Are Influencers Replacing Journalists?

The Internet's (Not So) New Obsession With Being Thin

Why does every celebrity have the same face? And when did “wellness” start looking suspiciously similar to 2000s diet culture? In this episode of Let’s Circle Back, Hebe and Valentina unpack the return of skinny trends, the normalization of cosmetic procedures, and the internet’s growing obsession with youth, thinness, and perfection. WARNING: This episode contains mentions of weight loss, body image, ED, dieting, and discussions surrounding beauty standards and appearance. Please watch or listen to this episode at your own discretion. Have requests, feedback, and questions? Email them to us at letscirclebackshow@gmail.com Consider following us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/letscirclebackshow/] and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@letscirclebackshow] for the latest updates, fun social content, and more! Disclaimer: Let's Circle Back is not affiliated with any companies or organizations. All views are our own. Intro & outro jingle by Christoph Scholl from Pixabay. Sparkle sound effect by ShidenBeatsMusic from Pixabay.

Are Influencers Replacing Journalists?

Why are influencers interviewing celebrities now? And are they actually good at it? In this episode of Let’s Circle Back, Hebe and Valentina discuss the chaotic state of media in 2026: influencer interviewers, journalist-turned-influencers, AI-generated content, media literacy, and why it’s getting harder to tell the difference between entertainment, marketing, and journalism. Have requests, feedback, and questions? Email them to us at letscirclebackshow@gmail.com Consider following us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/letscirclebackshow/] and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@letscirclebackshow] for the latest updates, fun social content, and more! Disclaimer: Let's Circle Back is not affiliated with any companies or organizations. All views are our own. Intro & outro jingle by Christoph Scholl from Pixabay. Sparkle sound effect by ShidenBeatsMusic from Pixabay.

Let's Get Real About Reality TV

Who are you when the cameras are rolling? Do you become the nation's sweetheart, or television's biggest villain? The world of reality TV is vast, with entertainment options ranging from hardcore survival challenges to wealthy housewife drama. In this episode of Let's Circle Back, Hebe and Valentina reminisce on their K-pop survival show voting experiences, talk about their reality TV consumption habits and explore the factors that motivate millions of people to tune into their favorite reality shows. Have requests, feedback, and questions? Email them to us at letscirclebackshow@gmail.com Consider following us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/letscirclebackshow/] and ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@letscirclebackshow] for the latest updates, fun social content, and more! Disclaimer: Let's Circle Back is not affiliated with any companies or organizations. All views are our own. Intro & outro jingle by Christoph Scholl from Pixabay. Sparkle sound effect by ShidenBeatsMusic from Pixabay.

Why Is Everything About Whimsy Now?

If you’ve spent any amount of time online, you’ll know that “whimsy” is one of the year’s buzziest words. From analog hobbies and colorful makeup to eccentric outfits and inner-child-approved home decor, 2026 is about using whimsy to disrupt monotonous daily routines. In this episode, Hebe and Valentina break down what whimsy is, how people are bringing it into their lives and how companies are, essentially, selling it to you. Have requests, feedback, and questions? Email them to us at letscirclebackshow@gmail.com Consider following us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/letscirclebackshow/] and ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@letscirclebackshow] for the latest updates, fun social content, and more! Disclaimer: Let's Circle Back is not affiliated with any companies or organizations. All views are our own. Intro & outro jingle by Christoph Scholl from Pixabay. Sparkle sound effect by ShidenBeatsMusic from Pixabay.

Obsession, Parasocial Fandoms & The New Hollywood

Old Hollywood glamour is long gone. In its place, social media turns celebrities into influencers, boybands into boyfriends and Timothee Chalamet into… a tofu peddler? In this episode of Let’s Circle Back, Hebe and Valentina dive into celebrity culture, parasocial relationships and how marketing in Hollywood has changed to fit the digital age. Have requests, feedback, and questions? Email them to us at letscirclebackshow@gmail.com Consider following us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/letscirclebackshow/] and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@letscirclebackshow] for the latest updates, fun social content, and more! Disclaimer: Let's Circle Back is not affiliated with any companies or organizations. All views are our own. Intro & outro jingle by Christoph Scholl from Pixabay. Sparkle sound effect by ShidenBeatsMusic from Pixabay.