meta_pixel
Tapesearch Logo
Log in
DRAMA MAMA

the difference between celebrities and influencers

DRAMA MAMA

BENOFTHEWEEK

Fiction, News, Drama, Entertainment News, Comedy

4.93.3K Ratings

🗓️ 15 May 2024

⏱️ 35 minutes

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Ben dives deep into the nuanced distinction between celebrities and influencers, especially in the wake of the 2024 Met Gala. Reflecting on Hollywood's evolving landscape, Ben explores how the industry is increasingly divided between these two realms, with very few influencers successfully transitioning to full-blown celebrity status. With Emma Chamberlain standing out as a rare exception, Ben unpacks the challenges and complexities surrounding this transition, offering his unique perspective on what sets celebrities apart from influencers and the cultural implications of this shift. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that delves into the blurred lines between fame and influence on Drama Mama! Thanks to our sponsors: Go to https://Zocdoc.com/MAMA and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Turn your ordinary water into extraordinary hydration with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://LIQUIDIV.COM and use code DRAMA at checkout. Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/DramaMamaYouTube Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/DramaMamaBENOFTHEWEEK If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/DramaMamaBENOFTHEWEEK Follow Ben on YouTube Follow Ben on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0

Hello mamas. I used to think there was no difference between like a very famous

0:10.3

influencer or youtuber and a celebrity that's like an actor this

0:13.4

influencer or youtuber and a celebrity that's like an actor or a singer. I

0:17.2

Always kind of just thought like that like like I would look at people like pewdy pie growing up or freaking

0:26.0

well said I watch like some of the bigger viners and they were celebrities to me

0:31.3

they were at the same caliber as I don't know like like

0:34.8

Merrill Streep or someone. I I never really put too much kind of thought into

0:40.3

what makes an influencer and what makes a celebrity. I think there's arguments for

0:46.7

which is kind of more of a more of a prestigious and like not powerful what's the what's the word like esteemed

0:59.4

Prof profession. I think there's arguments for both you look at influencers and a lot of the time they're like there's sometimes like very self-made they made all the videos by themselves and they got to where they got by themselves.

1:13.2

Or you could make the argument that they just went viral from being pretty or something

1:18.0

and they don't actually deserve the fame that they have.

1:20.2

Then there's actors and singers who could have gotten to where they have they are by being so talented

1:28.1

Naturally and came from like like against all odds they were on a street corner.

1:33.3

They were the girl that made dance monkey

1:35.2

and she was busking her busk off

1:37.8

and then became so popular and viral.

1:40.9

Or there's the classic story of them being an epo baby and having everything handed to them

1:46.0

There's arguments for both and I'd be we're talking about fucking celebrities game

1:50.9

Not the funnest thing ever but it's interesting and I want to talk about it and we'll talk about it right for this quick break

1:58.8

Navigating the world of being a rich and famous celebrity is almost as difficult as finding a

2:06.6

doctor in 2024 baby but listen you got a Hail Mary pass here, okay?

...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from BENOFTHEWEEK, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of BENOFTHEWEEK and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.

Copyright © Tapesearch 2025.