The hottest Celebrity Influence Substack posts right now

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Vicky Ward Investigates β€’ 279 implied HN points β€’ 30 Oct 24
  1. Celebrities are heavily involved in the election, but their influence on voters might not be as strong as hoped. Many people don’t change their voting choices based on celebrity endorsements.
  2. Taylor Swift stands out as a celebrity who could really sway young voters, especially since she has a significant following among undecided young women. If she actively campaigns, she might make a difference.
  3. Past celebrity involvement has sometimes backfired, like in Hillary Clinton's case in 2016. The focus on celebrity endorsements may not connect well with voters, especially those who feel alienated by elitism.
Big Technology β€’ 4003 implied HN points β€’ 05 Jun 25
  1. Elon Musk and Donald Trump's recent split was unexpected, going from friendly to very heated quickly. Their fallout started with Trump criticizing Musk over a spending bill.
  2. Musk publicly claimed he helped Trump win the election, which sparked a harsh response from Trump. This accusation seemed to upset Trump deeply.
  3. As a result of their fight, Musk's companies could face serious challenges with government contracts and regulations. The future looks uncertain for his business dealings.
TK News by Matt Taibbi β€’ 18171 implied HN points β€’ 07 Nov 24
  1. Jimmy Kimmel and other Hollywood figures showed a lack of self-awareness after the recent election. They seemed surprised by the outcomes and how others viewed their influence.
  2. Kimmel's emotional response highlighted the disconnect between Hollywood elites and everyday voters. Many people feel misunderstood by the media and entertainment industry.
  3. There's a growing debate about the future of late-night talk shows. Kimmel's remarks suggest that their relevance might be fading as viewers have different expectations today.
The Vajenda β€’ 3812 implied HN points β€’ 17 Oct 23
  1. Suzanne Somers promoted unsafe compounded hormones as better for menopause under the guise of female empowerment.
  2. Somers popularized the terms 'bioidentical hormones' through media coverage and celebrity endorsement.
  3. Compounded hormones lack safety data and precision dosing compared to pharmaceutical products, making them less safe.
Airplane Mode with Liz Plank β€’ 864 implied HN points β€’ 01 Feb 24
  1. Fox News has acknowledged the reality of carbon emissions after reporting on Taylor Swift's private jet use.
  2. Private jets contribute significantly to carbon emissions, with celebrities like Swift producing much more than the average person.
  3. Progressives have proposed various solutions to address private jet emissions, but face resistance from conservatives.
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