Inside the exploitative, cynical, money-fueled world of mommy influencers

Inside the exploitative, cynical, money-fueled world of mommy influencers

Mommy influencers are shamelessly exploiting their kids’ most private, distressing moments for online content. Author Fortesa Latifi’s new book reveals sick or sad children’s content often earns parents the most money. Past scandals, like the Stauffer family’s adoption reversal, highlight the ethical minefield of child exploitation. “Something’s off with our son, something’s office with our … Read more

Moms and dads are hurting their kids through ‘exploitative’ viral ‘sharenting’ trend

Moms and dads are hurting their kids through ‘exploitative’ viral ‘sharenting’ trend

Health experts are warning parents not to excessively share details about their children on social media, cautioning that doing so can have long-lasting effects on their mental health. According to an article by the Cleveland Clinic, “sharenting” refers to “the act of digital oversharing, of excessively posting information, pictures, stories or updates about your child’s life.” Examples … Read more

All Marilyn Monroe movies are exploitative. But Blonde shows you inside her vagina

All Marilyn Monroe movies are exploitative. But Blonde shows you inside her vagina

Blonde, the new Netflix film from Andrew Dominik, adds as much nuance to the idea of Marilyn Monroe as can be gleaned from a gynaecological exam. The bombshell movie star has long been established as a tragic figure, a woman who was abused by Hollywood studios, her husband Joe DiMaggio and, as a child, her … Read more