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Ej Dickson

Senior writer at New York Magazine's The Cut. Covers the tween podcast phenomenon, interviewing creators, platforms, and producers in the space.

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Apr 24, 2025 • 36min

Tween Podcasters Are Taking Over the Internet

EJ Dickson, a Senior writer at New York Magazine's The Cut, dives into the vibrant world of tween podcasters, revealing how kids aged 8 to 13 are transforming media from their bedrooms. They explore the impressive rise of youth-led shows like the MD Foodie Boys and SaltyBoys, discussing their unique takes on topics like school lunches and celebrity interviews. The conversation highlights the technological accessibility fueling this trend and the balance between authenticity and influence, showing how these young voices are reshaping content creation for future generations.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 1h 5min

Why eating disorder content is all over the internet

EJ Dickson, a senior writer at The Cut, dives deep into the troubling rise of eating disorder content on social media, especially within the #SkinnyTok community. She discusses how this phenomenon has evolved from hidden discussions in the early 2000s to a mainstream issue today. The podcast explores the impact of algorithms and influencers in promoting unhealthy ideals, the glamorization of disordered eating, and the emotional toll these narratives take on vulnerable individuals. Dickson also highlights the urgent need for accountability from tech companies.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 42min

MrBeast Dominates YouTube…but who is he?

Exploring MrBeast's rise on YouTube, from cracking algorithms to his philanthropy. His Hollywood-style studio system and viral challenges. Is his charity work inspiration or exploitation? Introducing the bizarre world of Skibidi Toilet. Plus, the debate on success, authenticity, and cultural gaps in the online space.

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