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Parasocial relationships in the age of social media
Episode 20
Thursday, 14 May, 2026

In this episode, Ananya Bhargava interviews Lauren Auverset, Assistant Professor of Strategic Communication at the University of Louisiana. The discussion explores the historical context and evolution of parasocial relationships, the rise of influencer culture across new media platforms, and influencer responsibility and ethical standards in an online world.

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