Sophie Fergie

In this conversation, teen influencer Sophie Fergi shares her journey from childhood vlogs to a massive following, revealing the pressures of online fame and the toll it can take on mental health. Journalist Taylor Lorenz provides insights into the evolution of the influencer industry, discussing its roots and the democratization of fame. Together, they explore the dual nature of social media: empowering yet harmful, and how young people's desire for security often leads them to commodify their lives. It's a deep dive into the complexities of growing up online!