Are You 'Extremely Online'? The Rise of Social Media with Taylor Lorenz

Send Caitlin a Text!Discover shocking secrets behind the evolution of social media platforms and their impact on society. From the rise of the American dream to the lack of labor protections, this episode will leave you questioning the glossy facade of online success. Stay tuned as our guest Taylor Lorenz of The Washington Post and author of the new book Extremely Online shares the truth about the evolution and influence of social media platforms.Dive into our enlightening discussion with Taylor Lorenz. Taylor brings an impressive media repertoire. As a technology columnist for The Washington Post, Taylor's grasp of online culture is profound. Her acclaimed journalistic background also includes work for The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Daily Beast. As a legitimate voice in the social media realm, Taylor was featured in Fortune's 2020 ‘40 under 40’ list, solidifying her influence in media and entertainment.Her new book, Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet, is available for preorder now and is set for release on October 3rd. Learn more about Taylor and find her links and additional resources in our blog post for this episode, here.Key Takeaways from this episode:Explore the profound effect of social media in shaping the modern American dream.Uncover the inherent challenges and inequalities prevalent in the digital industry.Trace the evolutionary journey of various social media platforms and gauge their impact.Live vicariously through Taylor 😉 and her brushes with fame!Resources for this episode:Follow Taylor Lorenz on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for the best updates on what's going on in media and entertainment @TaylorLorenzCheck out Taylor Lorenz’s book, Extremely Online, for a deep dive into the history of internet culture and fameSupport your favorite influencers and bloggers by checking out their content and engaging with their postsWelcome to Not Quite Grownup. Let's do this.  Subscribe to join other Not Quite Grownups here >>>Follow on Instagram and Threads @not_quite_grownup.Please, rate, review, and subscribe for more Not Quite Grownup stories. Love you, mean it. Support the showVisit notquitegrownup.com for more content and the latest updates. Or connect on social media @not_quite_grownup on Instagram and Threads.