Why Do Black TikTok Creators Still Struggle to Earn Credit? w/ Moises Mendez II

Show Summary:

Why do black TikTok creators struggle to earn credit for their original work?

This week, TIME staff writer Moises Mendez II explains how TikTok creator Jordyn Williams is fighting for credit after her #NoLove dance went viral. How is Williams’ struggle symptomatic of the struggles black creators encounter on the platform? Further, Mendez outlines the key struggles creators face, from monetization to harassment, and shares his vision of a better social media landscape.

About Moises Mendez II
Moises Mendez II is a staff writer at TIME. He covers internet culture, movies, books, TV, podcasts, and music. His work can be seen in the Atlantic, Rolling Stone, Fast Company, HuffPost, and more.

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Show Notes and Resources:
Jordyn Williams is Here to Take the Credit for her Viral TikTok Dance - TIME
Why Is It So Hard for Black Creators to Get Their Due? - Rolling Stone
The Original Renegade - New York Times
How YouTube’s Beauty Community Fell Apart with an Explosive Feud Called ‘Dramageddon’ - Insider
YouTube Creator: Monet McMichael

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