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15 Minutes of Fame

Grep News | Penny Bell

Life moves pretty fast, but 15 Minutes of Fame podcast makes sure you don"t miss it. 15M is a daily creator economy podcast covering viral trends, platform updates, brand deals, and creator stories across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, FRNS, and beyond. Hosted by Penny Bell, your news reporter who never sleeps and always has receipts - delivering social insights and internet culture analysis for creators, founders, and fans. 15M is your always-on pulse of creator entertainment with new episodes

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00:03:23

Blackpink's Rosé Tops Celebrity YouTuber Ranking with...

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2025/08/30

BLACKPINK’s Rosé just bagged $82M, now the highest-paid celebrity YouTuber—creator economy proof that authenticity beats label playbooks. Meanwhile, The Guardian says Netflix is churning out “algorithm films,” as artists like Rosé build their own audiences and monetize directly, shifting power from studios to creators.

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00:04:16

YouTubers Help Dismantle $65 Million Fraud Ring in...

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2025/08/29

YouTubers just helped bust a $65M San Diego fraud ring that preyed on seniors — U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon put it best: “Not all heroes wear capes. Some have YouTube channels.” These creators ran legit scambait ops in 2020–2021 that helped ID 3 of 28 defendants in an organized-crime scheme tied to overseas call centers. Bonus twist: Shark Tank’s Daniel Lubetzky and AWS CEO Matt Garman say this is why critical thinking beats AI hype — read Plato, adapt fast, stay human.

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00:03:25

Instagram's Chatbot Guides Teens Towards Suicide,...

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2025/08/28

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00:04:03

Roblox Fashion Startup Sells Over a Million Items...

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2025/08/26

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00:04:15

Meta Debuts Smart Glasses at 'Connect' Event

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2025/08/25

Mark Zuckerberg is about to drop Hypernova at Meta Connect—smart glasses with a real digital display and a wristband controller, pitched as a phone killer. Unlike the Ray-Ban collab, these actually put info in your view, and IDC’s Frederick Stanbrell says it’s Meta’s play to move beyond smartphones. Meanwhile, Netflix is opening “entertainment hubs” in Philadelphia and Dallas (Las Vegas next) with immersive show tie-ins, VR gaming, and themed restaurants.

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00:03:47

YouTube's Sneaky AI Experiment Shocks Users

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2025/08/25

YouTube is auto-tweaking Shorts with “image enhancement” without asking—Rhett Shull told The Atlantic it makes his videos look AI-edited. Meanwhile, OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky pocketed a $1.1B dividend (about $1.8B since 2021) as the site processed $7.2B in payments. Rumor mill says an ~$8B sale is on deck, but content moderation risks make it a tricky buy—raising the creator control vs platform power question.

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00:02:28

Blade Runner 2099 Official 2026 Window by Prime Video

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2025/08/23

Blade Runner 2099 is finally landing: Prime Video set a 2026 release window, with Michelle Yeoh leading and the series now in post-production. After strike delays and years in limbo since 2022, the show adds Hunter Schafer, Dimitri Abold, and Lewis Gribben—and picks up 50 years after Blade Runner 2049.

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00:02:35

Youtuber Hank Green's Adorable App Tops App Store

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2025/08/22

Hank Green just overtook ChatGPT on the App Store—his absurdly simple “knitting bean” app is now No. 1, ahead of the tech giants. Meanwhile, OpenAI is probing Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta over Elon Musk’s $97B takeover attempt, requesting documents amid suspected coordination with xAI.

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00:02:12

Emma Chamberlain Explains Rise to Fame and First...

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2025/08/20

Emma Chamberlain, the YouTuber who started in her bedroom with a tripod that probably cost less than her latte order, is now the queen of all things Gen Z. She redefined influencer culture by showing up in pajamas with her realness as her secret weapon, and now she's got a billion-dollar empire and coffee company to her name. Oh, and the White House is on TikTok now, which is kinda like your parents crashing prom. They banned the app on federal devices but couldn’t resist the TikTok hype—it’s wild

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00:02:02

Youtuber Mark Rober Brings Experiments to Netflix

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2025/08/19

Mark Rober, the YouTube genius who turned glitter-bombing thieves into a science masterclass, is leveling up with a Netflix gig. Yeah, you heard it right—this ex-NASA brainiac is bringing his electrifying experiments to a big-screen science competition show, making learning cool for the TikTok generation. It's like if MythBusters and Nailed It had a brainy kid who knew how to blow your mind without blowing up the kitchen. Finally, we’ll see science get the star treatment while we’re still figuring

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00:02:25

He Sold His Likeness Avatar Shills Supplements on TikTok

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2025/08/18

OMG, you won't believe this, but a creator just sold the rights to his face and voice, and now an AI version of him is hustling supplements on TikTok! Yep, his digital clone is killing it with engagement, tricking followers into thinking they're watching a real person. Companies are buying likeness rights left and right to turn these AI avatars into marketing machines. So wild that your digital twin could be out there selling stuff you'd never touch IRL! Can you even imagine scrolling and seeing a

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00:02:12

Rapper YouTuber DDG Briefly Detained in SoCal...

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2025/08/14

You won't believe this, but DDG just had the wildest scare at a paintball tournament in SoCal. Yeah, the YouTube star and rapper got SWAT-ed — some troll made a bogus call that sent cops with guns drawn to the scene, thinking there was a real threat. All he wanted was a fun day with paintball guns, but nope, real ones showed up instead. This just shows how risky internet fame can get — having your every move watched and misused isn't just part of a thriller movie, it's reality for these digital

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00:02:22

TikTok's Passport Photo Trend Is Getting People...

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2025/08/13

Okay, so get this: people are turning their passport photos into mini-glamour shots, and it's causing some serious drama at airports. Imagine showing up for a flight looking like a Monday morning wreck while your passport screams Friday night fab. Security's not impressed when the photo doesn't match your real-life no-contour face. Meanwhile, LinkedIn's trying to be the next TikTok—video content is up 69%, but organic reach is down to a miserable 2%! It’s like trying to go viral in a corporate

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00:02:04

Instagram Map Could Be a Privacy Nightmare Turn It Off

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2025/08/12

Instagram's new Map feature is tracking your exact location when you post, creating a guide to your routine that even politicians find concerning. Senators Blackburn and Blumenthal wrote to Zuckerberg, calling out the privacy risk of broadcasting your whereabouts to everyone. To turn off this feature, go to your profile, hit Settings, Privacy, Location Services, and toggle Instagram Map permission “off” - before your whole daily routine is out there for the world to see.

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00:02:29

I Went in Search of the Indonesia I Saw on Instagram

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2025/07/22

"Travel Fails: Instagram vs. Reality Exposed! Prepare for your mind to be blown by the shocking truth behind those perfect travel pics. Get ready for crowded beaches, litter-filled landscapes, and disappointing attractions. But hey, there's hope! Sometimes reality exceeds the hype. It's time to put down the phone and embrace the unexpected."

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00:02:10

Netflix and Disney Use Runway AI Video Tools For...

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2025/07/22

"Netflix and Disney sneak AI into our favorite shows without us even realizing! Imagine CGI scenes so realistic, you won’t know who's real and who's AI. Are we heading towards an era of AI-generated entertainment? Buckle up, folks, Mickey Mouse might be testing AI next."

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00:02:10

Most Online Creators Still Struggle to Earn a Stable...

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2025/07/17

"Struggling content creators face harsh reality: making under $15K a year keeps you stuck unless you pivot. Only 5% break into $200K+ tier, leaving the rest as unpaid enthusiasts. Despite a $250 billion industry, individual creators are still pinching pennies. But good news: brands shifting to authentic connections with micro and nano-creators. The era of superficial endorsements is fading. So, go be the main character in your own story!"

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00:02:01

Meta's Threads Gains Ground on X and Musk’s Platform

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2025/07/08

"Meta's Threads platform is taking on Twitter like a boss with 115M daily active users, up 128%! But X is losing mobile users at a rapid 15% rate. It's like a social media family feud, with Threads ruling mobile and X dominating web traffic. And watch out for Instagram's shady ads directing to sketchy Telegram channels, making creators feel like they moved into a luxury apartment with subpar maintenance. So, game plan: multi-platform strategy is key in this ever-evolving social media world of

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00:01:53

TikTok Users Posting AI-Generated Videos Depicting...

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2025/07/02

"Mind-blowing AI on TikTok creating harmful stereotypes and getting MILLIONS of views! Fake videos now looking incredibly realistic - you won't believe it! And wait, TikTok and Meta facing legal battles over dangerous trend content? Creation tools need better safeguards ASAP. Crazy times in the world of social media!"

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00:02:10

Netflix Takes Victory Lap Through Seoul With Massive...

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2025/07/01

Netflix goes all out for "Squid Game" in South Korea with a massive parade through Seoul - talk about a celebration! The show is a global hit with nearly 600 million views and hits number one in every viewing country immediately. From K-pop to skincare, Korean culture is taking over, and "Squid Game" is the latest sensation embracing its authenticity while resonating with audiences worldwide. Get ready to be hooked on this intense competition series that's capturing hearts everywhere!

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