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Moving into pop culture, they mention personalities like James Woods, Tulsi Gabbard, and James Charles, illustrating how social media has transformed celebrity. There’s admiration for how TikTok and YouTube enable people—regardless of age or background—to build massive followings, sometimes overshadowing traditional media.
Reap mentions how makeup tutorials by James Charles are watched by millions among younger audiences, reflecting a cultural shift where content creators with niche expertise or flamboyant personalities gain enormous influence. They also critique social media moderation, sharing stories of followers’ posts being mysteriously deleted or flagged without explanation, exposing the opaque workings of platforms like Instagram.