Bite Back with Abbey Sharp EXPOSING Liv Schmidt’s SKINNY SOCIETÉ Disordered Instagram Echochamber with Whistleblowing Journalist EJ Dickson
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Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode on the Skinny Societé and SkinnyTok:
- 00:38 - Introduction to Skinnytok & the Skinny Societé
- 04:08 - Eating Disorder Relapse Triggers
- 07:07 - Underage Girls on SkinnyTok
- 10:48 - Skinny Competition in the Skinny Societé
- 18:33 - Skinny Luxury Lifestyle
- 22:16 - The Culty Intersection between SkinnyTok & Fake Empowerment
- 25:46 - Is SkinnyTok Fighting Obesity?
- 28:08 - TikTok and Instagram Are Failing Us
Check in with today’s amazing guest: EJ Dickson
- Website: ejdickson.com
- X: @ejdickson
- Instagram: @ejdickson
References:
- https://www.thecut.com/article/influencer-liv-schmidt-subscriber-group-chat-weight-loss.html
- https://www.thecut.com/article/tiktok-banned-skinnytok-hashtag.html
- https://www.med.unc.edu/psych/eatingdisorders/learn-more/about-eating-disorders/statistics/
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.
If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.
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