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It’s My Favorite Thing Today Because It’s Popular
Season 6 Episode 38
In this episode, we unpack one of the most common and least questioned behaviors in creative culture: adopting interests, fandoms, and opinions not because they resonate—but because they’re trending. From sudden character obsessions to recycled hot takes and performative enthusiasm, we explore how popularity quietly replaces authenticity.
We talk about how algorithms reward sameness, how fear of being left out drives shallow engagement, and why so many creators feel pressured to pivot their “favorite thing” every time the internet moves on. More importantly, we ask what gets lost when taste becomes transactional and identity becomes reactive.
This episode isn’t about gatekeeping or nostalgia—it’s about integrity. Creating from genuine interest hits differently than chasing relevance, and audiences can feel the difference. If you’ve ever questioned why your feed feels hollow, repetitive, or oddly insincere, this conversation puts words to it—and offers a way back to creating what actually matters to you.
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