In an era of information overload, the lines between digital content creators (or “influencers”) and traditional journalists are increasingly blurred. Both play pivotal roles in shaping public dis...
V Spehar
V Spehar is an accomplished TikToker and political advocate. Their core brand, Under The Desk News, started out as a series expanding on news events in a nutshell and quickly became GenZ and Millenials' go-to source for news. Within just a few years of starting their account, V has built a loyal following of over 3 million subscribers who turn in daily for content that informs and educates while centering the emotional safety of viewers. V's in-depth citizen journalism has led them to collaborate with notable figures like former President Obama, President Biden, and a dozen plus members of Congress to lucidly inform and push for civic participation. V has even brought their humanity-first style coverage to audio, hosting Lemonada Media's podcast V Interesting, which debuted in the top 10 News podcasts in June of 2022 and has held a steady place in the Top 25 News podcasts since.
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