From Shaaanxo to Alix Earle: How The GRWM Video Became So Iconic

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This episode is an exploration into the history and impact of the GRWM genre of content— from beauty YouTube to TikTok storytimes.





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Timestamps:





00:00 BRITA sponsorship





00:38 Intro





3:00 The origins of the GRWM: Shannxo & Jackie Aina





6:18 The evolution of the GRWM: From educational to personality-driven





7:48 How TikTok changed the GRWM





9:18 Alix Earle & the GRWM





12:26 Impact of GRWM: Purchasing





15:25 The darker impact of GRWM content





19:49 Why we love the GRWM: Self-expression





21:45 Oversharing in GRWM





23:51 Memes & thirst-trapping





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