Sam Pepper
The Problematic Relationships Between Some YouTubers and Their Fans
When fan-performer relationships routinely become inappropriate, how do we dredge through the filth to find a solution?
What Our Love of Sadistic Pranks Tells Us About Ourselves
Scientists know where fear comes from—it's triggered by the feeling of losing control or being rendered powerless in some way. But why is it now a cultural obsession?
I'm Sick of These Bullshit 'Harrowing' Prank Viral Videos
YouTuber Sam Pepper pretended to murder someone for a prank but can you believe anything any more?
Feckless YouTubers, The Homeless Are Not Tools of Self Promotion
There's nothing wrong with doing a nice thing for someone. There is, however, quite a few things wrong with doing it for online validation and ad revenue.
Are Vloggers Ripping Off Their Young Fans for Meet-and-Greets?
As the cult of YouTube celebrity grows, fan interactions have been rapidly monetized. The question is, is $80 a fair price to pay for a selfie and a hug?
Is My Internet Generation Finally Coming Unstuck?
Sexually abusive vloggers, Twilight-loving racists and Harry Potter misogynists.
The British Vlogger Invasion Is Vain and Inane
The vanilla teens are coming for us with their radio shows and book deals.