It is no secret that Black culture is heavily infused into social media. From GIFs to vernacular, Black culture is the backbone for every new trend, challenge, and reaction. However, many Black people are tired of carrying the weight of being social media influencers while not receiving the monetary or sponsorship compensation they deserve. This report will highlight Black influence on social media, reactions to Black content creators, and its relation to the hegemony theory by breaking the cycle of appropriation.

In a world where influencers play a significant role in societal standards, do you believe your opinions are shaped by someone else? The Two-Step Flow Theory states that information goes through opinion leaders before reaching the audience. This blog post will explore different opinion leaders and their influence on general audiences through three distinct examples.

Persuasion is defined as “convincing or causing someone to do something through reasoning or argument.” Persuasion is constantly used in various interpersonal communication categories, such as advertising and marketing. However, what role does persuasion play in mass communication theory?

What role does media play in your life? Do you believe you are easily influenced by media trends? The truth is we are all affected, whether we like it or not. Media shapes our societal standards and values, teaching us what’s socially acceptable and what isn’t. The Hypodermic Needle, or Magic Bullet, theory explains how media affects audiences, including you and me.

College students are searching for support groups to manage the transitional, and often chaotic, demands of higher education. Church ministries, like Joshua Generation at Cross Culture Church, may be the key.

Cryptocurrency seems to be one of the hottest topics of our generation. Whether you’re trading or investing, cryptocurrency is the perfect method of building generational wealth while taking control of your finances. So, how can you join in on the action? Here are 5 tips to help you begin your cryptocurrency journey.

Seasonal changes and upcoming moving dates are great times to hold a garage sale to clear your home of unwanted and unused items. And the extra cash could go towards holiday gifts or a family vacation. Check out these 9 tips to prepare for a successful garage sale.

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