Love Them or Hate Them, Influencers are Here To Stay

Are influencers modern-day digital visionaries or just slick snake-oil salesmen with ring lights? In this episode, we unpack the wild world of the influencer economy, from the high-polish Mad Men era of advertising to today’s endless feed of algorithm chasers, content mills, and grassroots hustlers. We cut through the BS to break down what makes us immediately smash the back button, why "influencer" became such a dirty word and how genuine creators are still out here doing the real work, building their tribe and keeping it authentic. Love ’em or hate ’em, everyone’s selling something, so let’s talk about it. Pull up a chair, tune in, and let us know where you sit!