Selling the Unscripted: Why Fans Pay Top Dollar for a Peek Behind the Curtain
There's a booming economy built entirely on the illusion — or maybe the reality — of knowing your favorite creator on a personal level. From Substack confessionals to Patreon voice memos recorded in bed, entertainers have figured out that vulnerability is a currency. But who's actually profiting, and what does it cost everyone involved?
