The ongoing disputes between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have sparked major debates, both among fans and within the industry. From accusations of script deviations to uncomfortable production moments, we’ll break down what has unfolded on-set and the implications for the film’s message about domestic violence.

We’ll explore how this drama unfolded, the production challenges it highlights, and why this is one of the most complex PR and marketing crises the film industry has seen in recent years.

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Resources:

https://www.sagaftra.org/sites/default/files/sa_documents/Intimacy_Stand_Feb23.pdf

https://www.max.com/movies/in-dispute-lively-v-baldoni/546625b9-fa46-4cf1-a60d-6d2b1103095a

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You’ve seen them: those niche corners of the internet that feel like home, or sometimes like a trap. Last week, we exposed how subcultures quietly influence society. Now, we're digging deeper into what separates the toxic from the transformative.

We'll discuss:

• How healthy subcultures are built on value (not control)
• Red flags to watch for when a community starts to feel...off
• Real stories from the host’s personal experience in Amway and actress Bethany Joy Lenz’s stunning escape from a cult (read her book "Dinner for Vampires: Life on a Cult TV Show (While also in an Actual Cult)
• Why digital “tribes” shape how we buy, behave, and even believe
• How to build a thriving, safe, and value-led subculture of your own

If you're an online creator, coach, entrepreneur (or just culture-curious) this episode will give you the clarity (and the chills) you didn’t know you needed. Get ready for honest truths, insider insights, and empowering advice you can actually use.

Feel seen? Or maybe a little called out? DM @teasha.leigh or email hello@teashaleigh.com to share your story. We’re here for the real ones.

Hit play and learn how to spot (and build) digital communities that heal, not harm.

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Are subcultures running society? From soft girl aesthetics to hustle culture, internet subcultures are quietly shaping how we think, live, and even define ourselves. But are they empowering us or controlling us?

Host Teasha Leigh dives into the world of online communities, exploring the good, the bad, and the downright toxic. She shares a personal story about how her family became entangled in an unhealthy subculture and offers practical tips on spotting red flags in the digital age.

You’ll discover what makes a subculture safe, how to evaluate their true impact on your identity, and questions to ask yourself about who’s really pulling the strings in your life. Is it you, or the algorithm?

Send this episode to someone questioning their online world, and stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll learn how to create your own authentic subculture worth following.

Listen now and rethink your feed.

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In today’s episode, we’re tackling a fascinating, slightly controversial topic that’s been around for decades: subliminal advertising.

What is it? Does it actually work? And more importantly, should brands be using it?

We’ve all heard stories of brands sneaking hidden messages into ads or movies to influence our buying decisions. But how much of this is fact, and how much is myth?

Tune in to join the conversation.

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Today, we’re unpacking one of the biggest clickbait crises of the year...What’s really going on with Justin Bieber? Recent reports from The Hollywood Reporter reveal the singer still owes his record label four albums as part of a contract he signed back in 2020. His team is reportedly wondering when he’ll return to fulfill his obligations, while fans are seeing him create music on social media and asking themselves what’s next.

Are you a Belieber? My family and I have actually attended all four of his world tour shows.

We’ll also discuss how clickbait marketing in the digital age walks a fine line, sometimes bordering on harassment of artists and their families. Do online users really understand the consequences of this type of marketing? Could Bieber find a way to escape a contract that, from all appearances, no longer fits the life he wants to lead?

Should there be systems to free artists from rigid agreements, especially when circumstances change? For Bieber, four more albums could mean another decade of working with a label he may no longer want to be part of. Is it fair to essentially own an artist’s time and creativity?

I’m breaking it all down. Tune in to join the conversation.

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Today, we’re tackling a question that’s on everyone’s mind (whether we admit it or not): What does it really mean to be “pretty enough” in today’s digital age? With social media, filters, TikTok trends, and the entertainment industry shaping how we see beauty, the pressure feels heavier than ever. Who’s responsible for these toxic standards? Is it the media, groundbreaking tech like photo filters, marketers, entertainers, or a mix of everything?

We’ll explore the impact all of this has on mental health, societal pressures, and the endless cycle of chasing perfection. How does this obsession with anti-aging and the ideal appearance influence our youth?

Plus, as someone with experience in front of the camera as an actress and behind the scenes in entertainment marketing, I’ll share my personal experience with this while in the entertainment industry. You may be surprised by my point of view.

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Today, we’re unraveling groundbreaking discoveries beneath the Great Pyramid of Giza. Italian researchers have unearthed shafts and chambers 2,000 feet underground, hinting at a lost civilization that may predate the pyramids by tens of thousands of years. Could this hidden city rewrite human history as we know it?

We’ll explore the technologies that made these revelations possible, the role of social media in reshaping archaeology, and the profound implications of these findings. Did an ancient flood erase a civilization far more advanced than we imagined? And how does this change our understanding of the past in an era of rapid technological advancements? What kind of technologies have we been using to help us in archeological findings thus far?

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*The first Vicking settlement discovered in North America was found back in 1960, 300 miles from the latest site, not 30 miles.

Today, we’re unpacking one of the biggest marketing crises of the year...the new Snow White movie. From PR mishaps to social media debates, this film has sparked a lot of controversy.

My issue is many critics of the movie haven’t even stepped into a theater to see it. Imagine creating 30-minute rants online about something you haven’t even watched! My grandmother calls that “not real journalism,” and honestly? She’s totally on point.

This inspired me. I grabbed my mom, my grandmother, a friend, and headed to the theater myself. I also rewatched the iconic 1937 classic and analyzed four hours’ worth of reports to get the full picture. Snow White has been reimagined countless times, from Mirror, Mirror to Snow White and the Huntsman, but this latest version is sparking some major questions about marketing, controversy, and whether this branding can be saved.

We will also discuss the notion that when someone takes on an iconic role like a Disney Princess, there’s often an unspoken expectation that they embody the character beyond the screen. But is it fair to expect that?

Have we created an environment where actors are judged for staying true to themselves?

I’m breaking it all down—what worked, what didn’t, and why this movie caused such a marketing crisis. Tune in to join the conversation.

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Tune into Next Gen Culture Files Episode 2, "The Fascinating History of Media and Theater's Role In It," at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2460122/episodes/16819454

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