How are influencers affecting politics?

6 Minute English

BBC

Language Learning, Education

4.6 • 1.3K Ratings

🗓️ 27 November 2025

⏱️ 7 minutes

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Summary

We've seen influencers on social media posting about all sorts of things – from lifestyle and fashion, to sports, travel, gaming and music. But did you know that some social media influencers are trying to get involved in politics? Beth and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.

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0:40.0	Hello, this is 6 Minute English from BBC Learning English. I'm Beth.
0:45.8	And I'm Pippa. Everywhere you look online, from gaming and fashion to music, travel and culture,
0:52.6	you'll find social media influences. These social media
0:56.5	influencers do what they're famous for, influencing and creating trends. Do you follow any social
1:03.0	media influences, Beth? I don't follow any specifically, I would say, but I do see influences on Facebook and Instagram, things like that.
1:14.5	Well, the most successful influencers have millions of followers, and not surprisingly,
1:19.5	this has caught the attention of another group of people trying to get their message out to the
1:24.2	public, politicians. Politicians using the media to win elections is nothing new.
1:30.9	But in this episode, we'll be finding out what happens when social media influences
1:36.0	become politicians themselves.
1:38.9	As usual, we'll be learning some useful new words and phrases.
1:43.2	And remember, there's a transcript of this episode
1:45.8	to read along with while you listen. It's available now on our website, BBClearningEnglish.com.
1:52.1	But first, I have a question for you, Beth. The most followed Instagram account of
1:57.6	2025 belongs to footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.
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