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Whether we like it or not, there’s a pretty high volume of influencer content on our social media feeds. Think of morning selfies, evening dinners, live videos, countless stories — we’re bombarded with their experiences and ideas they often disguise as ads. So let’s just put it out there, this whole influencer culture has gotten a bit out of control.
You see, some internet celebrities go out of their way to get more likes, followers, and attention, only to unintentionally reveal their entitled personalities. Luckily, there are plenty of people online ready to expose their ridiculous behaviors. Enter the Choosing Beggars subreddit, a community dedicated to "posting screenshots, pictures, or stories of people who are being way too picky when begging for things."
Bored Panda has selected some of the best posts of influencers asking to get stuff for free and rightfully getting shamed for it online. Continue scrolling and upvote your favorites as you go! And if you’re in the mood for some more Choosing Beggars goodness, check out our previous posts right here, here, and here.
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#1
My Mum Is An Artificial Florist And Had An ‘Influencer’ With 70k Followers Ask For Free Wedding Flowers For Exposure
Jo Choto 3 years ago
I will never understand the concept of influencers or why anybody should give a flying whoopsie about them.
Kookamunga 3 years ago
I just want Instagram to shut down for about a week, just to watch these losers freak out. "How can I live if no one can see it?"
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DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
She's had 6 requests which means they really like her product....you know what you do when you really really really like a product? Pay for it.
Vetus Vespertilio 3 years ago
When I really like a product, I don’t even mind paying a little extra for it, so the creator stays in business to keep making more.
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Paul Ellis 3 years ago
My most therapeutic activity during the two years of Covid hell has been to troll "influencers" on social media and finally to close permanently all (both!) of my social media accounts. These days the onlt spam I get is from sundry idiots trying to deliver my Covid survival fund of nMillion² dollars! I am forced to keep using the internet becauise I write for a commercial aviation publication and have to interact with aviation companies. So ... please mail me a personalised Gulfstream G650 and I promise to "like" it.
Red 3 years ago
One of my hobbies is reviewing indie, fanmade, and small developer games. I never once ask for things for free. Why? Because my readers pay me, either by views or by donations. I forward that revenue onto new games. As such, Its essentially already free for me. If you're popular enough to get things for free, you're popular enough to forward some of your revenue onto what you want to buy.
Scipio Africanus 3 years ago
Unless you Drake or a celebrity of his size there is little to no benefit for the business
Koni Rose Royval 1 year ago
Nothing but money whores. Why anyone would spend a nano second of time with such fools is beyond me. I would willing smash every phone, tablet and computer in my home to block them from my family and friends.
Janet Graham 3 years ago
That was nicely said and clearly stated. I could not have been that nice. That is why I do not work with people.
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#2
One Approach #couscousforcomment
Kay blue 3 years ago
This would probably get the "influencers" more followers because people would know they are supporting a business which supports those in need.
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
Aside from how gag-inducing the term "influencer" is, I honestly think some only slap that label on themselves to scam/bully freebies.
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Cheyanne Pavan 3 years ago
I don't see this as being out of touch or shameful ... I see the restaurant as charitable and kind.
Emma Starr 3 years ago
What a nice thing to do! Influencers suck, I guess self centered people are drawn to that lifestyle:/
#3
My Friend Got Shorted By A Pretty Major Influencer
Naesil 3 years ago
Can we make it legal to pimp slap these influencers who think too much of themselves.
Parthania Dawson 3 years ago
Legal or illegal, I think I'd still take a swing.
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Hans 3 years ago
Calling a human being "dispensable" (and even spelling it wrong) is a particular level of being despicable.
AnnaBanana 3 years ago
Totally. I would straight up punch someone in the head for saying that to me!
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Eric Forman 3 years ago
Why protect these people's identity? If they're horrible then expose their behavior. That's how it stops. Protecting them does nothing but enable these vultures
bexxms 3 years ago
Seriously, name and shame these people. After all, exposure is what they want, so let's give it to them.
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DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
"I can't sacrifice my integrity for exposure" was perfect. Also....10 dollars they didn't want to pay??!?!?
Cheyanne Pavan 3 years ago
Love the guy who won't sacrifice integrity for exposure! Sounds like a true artist to me!
With the joys of social media, there’s also been a rise of new types of celebrities. You suddenly start to see emerging new names — from mega, macro to micro and now nano-influencers, they truly seem to be having their moment online, transforming our feeds into a battleground full of ads, promotions, and brand endorsements.
Today, it’s nearly impossible to go through Instagram without coming across at least one sponsored post or a carefully staged product picture. But not every influencer ruffles our feathers. There are plenty of decent people out there who share their experiences and stories because they generally want to connect with their audience. A personal touch goes a long way with consumers, so their followers can certainly feel it.
More often than not, however, people who believe they are famous can become greedy. They push forward and keep at it to be liked and acknowledged, no matter the cost. After all, collecting and maintaining a large audience is one of the biggest goals influencers have, and the size of their follower base is the thing that makes them relevant to the professionals in advertising.
#4
I Took Some Advice That Were Given After Posting The Conversation I Had With A Tiktok “Influencer” Yesterday. This Is What The First Person I Made The Offer To Said
Naesil 3 years ago
"really drive up sales"... "naah cant promise 12 people to purchase anything, I'm out"
Dee on bikes 3 years ago
This is my favorite response to this type of ask; make them admit themselves that the 'exposure' isn't worth anything.
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Wang Zhuang 3 years ago
That's a really good deal for a person looking to be a serious influencer. This person just wants free stuff
DuchessDegu 3 years ago
Indeed that's a great idea and everyone wins (if the influencer is serious about promoting and just not after free stuff)
Load More Replies... Jo Choto 3 years ago
Yeah, the truth is, that all these people who are followers are pretty young, aspirational and often don't have any money (rather like the influencers themselves, I suspect). So I remember reading about this one girl who had 400k followers, and managed to sell two t-shirts total from her "influencer promotion".
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
12 sales and you get a refund....all this so called "influencing" went out the window real quick. Lol
Guy MacGregor 3 years ago
At first I thought "Hey, this TikToker have nice stats", then "hey, this company offer a very nice and fair proposal". And then the TikToker shot their own foot.
#5
Large “Influencer” Wants Free Clothing From My Small Brand
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
Hence the reason why I think they should never be referred to as or given the hype of being called "influencers".
Amanda Lawrence 3 years ago
The problem with "influencers" flexing their numbers is that they can buy a lot of fake followers and comments to make their numbers higher, so even if they do promote something, no one real is actually seeing it
#6
They’re Back
Mary August 3 years ago
Got to give half a point to the influencer, for saying "if not, we completely understand". First time I've seen that.
UncleRussian 3 years ago
The sad part about this is that she ain't gonna learn a god damn thing from it
Fitz_N_Fartz 3 years ago
I so much want to see any responses (if they dared) from these numpty influencers...
Alexandra Comeau 3 years ago
even though she wanted stuff for free in a struggling time is bad, she was one of the people who were able to ask in a proper manner and politely.. which is not a standard when asking for collabs..
Needless to say, this industry has rocketed over the past few years. According to Statista, influencer marketing has become one of the most popular and effective forms of online marketing. You see, hundreds of thousands of people browse the net every single day, looking for entertainment, inspiration, and a variety of recommendations. So, of course, marketing professionals use this as an opportunity to promote their businesses and clients.
"The global influencer marketing market value has more than doubled since 2019, standing at around 13.8 billion U.S. dollars as of 2021," Statista reports. Experts predict that the industry will only become bigger and stronger every year, making the collaborations between creators and brands even more fruitful.
#7
Influencers Are The Worst Choosing Beggars
Daniel Mattock 3 years ago
Price discrimination is legal as long as it isn’t used to target a protected group. Student discounts for example are fine, or free entry for women to a nightclub.
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#8
Influencer Asks For Free Meals In Exchange For Reviews And Exposure, Gets Called Out By Restaurant
Caro Caro 3 years ago
NO NO NO. You don't even know how to eat properly and have lousy table manners. Not the kind of customers we're looking for. Bugger off.
Kalevra 3 years ago
So, i dont like influencers as much as the next guy, but you really gonna single out sloppy eaters in your restaurants?
Load More Replies... Jo Choto 3 years ago
That's so funny, that she's tried this scam so many times she can't even tell which restaurant it's from.
Fay Kneuse 2 years ago
Late to part because I like searching for these posts. The person who posted it asking who the restaurateur is isn't the influenza. Its just a huge fan of the response. Hth.
Load More Replies... DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
Everyone is a critic and an "influencer" these days. This habit of expecting free stuff is disgusting.
Trevor Nicholson 3 years ago
I would tell them I don't want reviews from people who don't know proper grammar. This is not the correct use of "and I" and it's such a pet peeve of mine.
Stephanie Did It 3 years ago (edited)
Agreed. Why it is so hard to figure out I and me in a sentence? If you went to a movie with a friend, just subtract the other person and say it as though you are the only one who went. You wouldn't say, Me went to a movie. No, you'd say (name) and I went to a movie. Works in every case. Not hard if you think about it and make it a habit.
Load More Replies... Janet Graham 3 years ago
She is making that dinner look disgusting. Now I never want to eat there.
Crissie Laugesen 3 years ago
She could learn some manners - and some grammar too! "... you give [...] I..." :D
Rachel W B 3 years ago
That girl looks like she's never even been to a proper restaurant before. So off you go girl,bet all you know is how to order a cheeseburger at MD (or im now doubting she could even do that) 🙄🤯
#9
Local 15 Year Old “Tik Tok Influencer” Wants A Free Pair Of Hand Painted Customized Air Force 1s I’ve Been Waiting For This Moment!!
*witty retort* 3 years ago
Precisely. Come back with a million views THEN you can say you’re something.
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Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago (edited)
Lol my hubby has a youtube video of our dog sniffing it's butt that has over 1k views.
kit cat chunky 3 years ago
bro i get 5k views on random videos i cant believe she think getting 1k on unboxing will get her anything
Dani Alexander 3 years ago
Some people are just so out of touch with reality it’s unbelievable
#10
Instagram Influencers Offer The Best Incentives To Work For Them!
Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
I'm pretty sure somebody with the money to travel for months and professional camera equipment can find much better things to do than follow an influencer with less than a half mill followers around.
Steven Dirkson 3 years ago (edited)
I would say yes- put a clown filter on her, take the photo, then leave.
Persephone 3 years ago
This is batshit... you must pay me to "like you"... bc I will have to work very hard at pretending.
Many creators strive to exponentially grow the number of followers on their social media platforms. Yet, people with a thousand followers sometimes already feel entitled to free stuff just because they throw around the word "exposure" every chance they get. Well, as you probably noticed from this post, they tend to overestimate their worth and instead end up looking arrogant and downright annoying in the worst possible ways.
#11
New Zealander Tired Of “Influencers” Bs
Ayisa 3 years ago
Thank you! All those 'influencers' need to hear this. If they're so rich and famous, why can't they pay for it like everyone else?
#12
Ig Influencer Wants To "Collaborate" W A Surgeon And Get Her Implants Removed After Being Told It Would Cost Her Money. Even Says Her Exposure Will Pay For The Money She Doesn't Pay
buttonpusher 3 years ago (edited)
She might get one of those "professionals" who work from a shed. Anesthesia is administered via brick. They'd probably remove more than your implants though.
RoseTheMad 3 years ago
Looks like she's fake enough already without any added extra plastic...
Otter 3 years ago (edited)
Whadda maroon! I suppose there's a vague possibility that someone could get a surgeon to waive their fee in exchange for exposure, but not an anesthesiologist or surgical nurse! Not to mention that using an operating room costs money, and the most entertaining thing she could possibly put on social media would be the conversation where she tries to talk a OR manager into using an operating room and all the supplies needed for a surgery in exchange for social media exposure.
Gordan Blažević 3 years ago
This one is also extremely stupid, any surgeon who would need exposure that desperately is so bad that they would probably butcher whole thing...
#13
Instagram "Influencer" Want People To Work On Their Startup For 3 Months, Full Time (9-5) On Site Job With No Pay And No Leaves. Oh And Also 'I'm Gonna Be Incredibly Hard On You.'
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
Wait what? This is real....like someone actually posted this for recruitment? Please tell me they didn't get someone to work.
Lara Kristelle 3 years ago (edited)
I would come to her office just so I can slap her with my fist.
Ella Blackwood 3 years ago
I think you are being a little too kind. She deserves much worse.
Load More Replies... Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Well, thanks for letting everyone know up front that you're a cheap scammer who likes to take advantage of people for your own selfish gain.
It turns out people are getting quite tired (and often very confused) about this whole influencer culture. While some artists and businesses choose to give in or simply ignore their requests, others are making a stand and publicly shaming their entitled and toxic personalities online. Well, there’s nothing more satisfying than watching someone so full of themselves be put in their place.
Joei Chan, global head of content at Linkfluence, explained that more and more people are seeing a lack of authenticity in these internet celebrities’ posts. "People are sick of all the generic cookie-cutter posts showing celebrities posing with teeth-whitening kits, boutique clothing, or even appetite-suppressing lollipops. Instead, social media users are looking for real, unstaged content to engage with," she wrote.
#14
Yeah I Need Exposure, But Not This Way, Also I Think The Amount Of Emojis He Used Is Scary
Jo Choto 3 years ago
He probably makes calls from Microsoft about your computer not working in his spare time.
Parthania Dawson 3 years ago
And he will ask for payment in the form of an apple gift card
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Shelby Jackson 3 years ago
Wiley is suuuuuper genius. This guy? Not so much.
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DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
This is also why most of them should not be called "creators"....that title is reserved for people who actually work on their content.
TTorrest Author 3 years ago
Wait. So he wants the artist to pay him to post the song to get exposure, then when the artist refuses, the scammer says he's going to post it for free? Where's the downside again?
#15
Yelper Gives A Pizzeria 1 Star Because They Wouldn't Give Her A Discount Even Though She's An Influencer
Mattie 3 years ago
I love it when they say, "you've lost my business" like, I never had it to begin with, what the f are you on about?
Load More Replies... Random Anon 3 years ago
Hey call a spade, a spade 'kay? If I want to feed freeloaders, I would feed the strays. At least, they're grateful and adorable.
Pink kitty 3 years ago
'Restaurants frequently ask me to come in and try their pizza for a post' yeah, in her fantasies
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
If I knew where this was I'd go just to make sure they get sales. Also, before you pulled out the "influencer" card, they probably would have let you have it but your ego got in the way.
Micah 3 years ago
I have been laughing at this for a minute straight. I'm not sure what's more astonishing: them being short $.30 or them being ignorant enough to think their 1-star review would convince people not to go there. If I read that review for a local restaurant, I'd be inspired to go there.
#16
"Influencers" If Words Had Punchable Faces, That One Would Be The Most Punchable!
Mazer 3 years ago
Ohhh Melissa, you cad. Throwing in the dying mother is a sickening touch (on more than one level).
K Miller 3 years ago
Her "client"? Oh please, with 55k followers there's no way she's paying an assistant or whatever this Melissa is... 100% the "client" is sending the emails herself to seem more important.
Piglet 3 years ago
Melissa is either fictional or deluded. Probably both.
Load More Replies... DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
Really quick to pull the "name and shame" card huh? You tried and failed horribly at extorting products out of hardworking people and then you want to "name and shame". There is only one name to be shamed and that's yours.
Scott Andrews 3 years ago
I've seen this one elsewhere, and the photographers then go on to rip "Melissa" to shreds for her poor grammar, pointing out that someone who, apparently, works in the communications industry should be able to phrase a sentence correctly.
Kath Edwards 3 years ago
This email didn't date well.. "I'm aware this wedding date is greatly two years off" sent in 2019(ish) pre covid HA!
GenericPanda09 3 years ago
"would of"...... I don't know why that s**t really gets on my tits.. but it does.
Plus, let's not forget the rise of fake influence. "Influencers face huge incentives to boost their numbers when it comes to followers, likes, and comments, and this has given rise to issues with bots, paid follows, and other shortcuts," Chan mentioned.
"In fact, studies have found cases where the influencers engaged by major brands have follower bases that are estimated to be up to 70% fake. This isn’t just a massive headache for brands: it’s also another huge reason behind the disillusionment with influencers in general."
#17
Influencers Have Been Around At Least Since 1937, When Agatha Christie Wrote About Just Such A One In Death On The Nile.
Raven DeathShade 3 years ago
Stupid people have been the same for so long it isn't even funny.
Don't Look 3 years ago
Once again, "influencer" is just a new term for advertiser. These people are just adding a scam to their "trade".
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
D list 'celebrities' have expect free entry to nightclubs, free meals in restaurants, etc since forever. What's new is the volume of people that are deluded enough to think they are in this group. At least previously you needed to have been on TV at least once.
Roxy222uk 2 months ago
I remember the term being a new marketing term before social media, when marketing companies were making use of personalities that had social cache (rather than being famous in the old fashioned way) to publicise brands (usually more edgy, niche brands, not Coca Cola, especially new to the market). I remember reading an article about it in the 90s
foofoofloofy 3 years ago
Death on the Nile RULES!!!! I've read the book seven times and hope to watch it soon!
Sina 3 years ago
In mrs. Otterbourne's defense, she was supposed to be a fallen from grace author whose books stopped selling and stirred quite some controversy causing her sales to plummet and to deal with all that she turned to alcoholism. I'm pretty sure that before all that she did enjoy the fruits of her fame, and she only became a bitter entitled "influencer" in her later years not being able to deal with her decadence :p Her character was hilarious >.<
#18
I Think You Need An Actual Influence Before You Can Have Free Stuff
TyrantrumGogoat 3 years ago
What's it called? The link doesn't work for me.
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#19
My Friend Who Is About To Start A Business Got This Today From Influencer Who Wants Her To Send Clothing For Free To Post On Ig To Promote. She Will Be Selling The Sarees-It’s A Traditional Indian Outfit. Prices Are $250-$400 Per Saree For Context
Jo Choto 3 years ago
WHY? Why do people think they should get things for free. This whole influencer b******t is so stupid.
Caro Caro 3 years ago
I'd like to know who follows them and how stupid these followers are!
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TyrantrumGogoat 3 years ago
You should post This with the name, so at least you have evidence and can ruin their business.
Paul Davis 3 years ago
What a stupid, selfish argument to make -- "You can't possibly be a successful business owner unless you give away all your product for free to whoever asks". You'd have to be a complete moron to even give that kind of person the time of day.
Trisha Howson 3 years ago
They are so immature to think they can talk to someone like that and not this is crazy they should not be allowed to ask for free stuff like that it just dirt
Random Anon 3 years ago
Just like idiots, don't bother getting too chatty with these types. Their stupidity may be contagious.
#20
Self-Proclaimed Reality "Star" And Influencer Is Now Taking Applications For Another All-Expense Paid Trip Abroad For Her And Her Girlfriends. Must Include Makeup Artist.
Ember 3 years ago
These idiots make me so angry. Teaching young people that you are entitled to things for free and don’t have to work for them is creating a terrible generation of lazy fools.
Sharon Kenty 3 years ago
plus they're grammer is atrochus. ie: "me and my girls decided...: is incorrect use of the first person pronoun. Correct usage is "My girlfriends and I decided..." Whenever uncertain as to use "me" or I" with another person, just remove the other person and see if it makes sense. ie: "Me decided to..." does that sound right?
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Great Panda Mamu 3 years ago
How do they know they aren't going to get "sponsored" by a human trafficking organization?
An Unpopular Opinion. 3 years ago
"After careful consideration..." I doubt they thought about it that long
Well, that seems to be the case here. Many of the so-called influencers people exposed in this list simply want to get a moment in the spotlight. They believe that just by promising to mention others in their stories for their followers (with a big chance that most of them are fake), it somehow justifies the fact they want to get everything for free.
The sense of entitlement for some of them is through the roof, and business owners, service providers, and artists are beginning to see that. Thankfully, we have plenty of people online who continue to do everyone a public service and shame their desperate cries for attention.
#21
A Beauty Influencer Posted Screenshots Of Her Demanding Pr For A $17 Eyeshadow Palette In An Attempt To Shame An Indie Brand, Instead She Just Came Across As Catty And Childish
Pat Bond 3 years ago
Superb, complemented them with a one line response killing it dead to paragraphs of rubbish,
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Micah 3 years ago
I guarantee you she got likes and found sympathy from people.
Load More Replies... Red 3 years ago
I wonder if it says anything about her "influence" that I haven't ever heard of any of those brands she mentioned she is on the PR list for.
Madeleine Crawford 3 years ago
I've heard of Juvia's Place, they even sell it at Ulta now. I guess they didn't need this particular "influencer" after all!!
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
You support a business by PAYING for what you get like a grownup, so they can in turn pay their bills and STAY in business, bimbo.
#22
Actual Quote From An Influencer Who Wanted Me To Address 250 Wedding Invites And Save The Date Cards. If It's "Just Writing" Surely You Can Do It Yourself 🤗
Jo Choto 3 years ago
Learn calligraphy yourself and then you can send out the invites yourself after a couple of years when you are possibly competent.
Agnes Jekyll 3 years ago
not to mention the cardstock, ink, pens (tools?), and the hours of labour
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Trevor Nicholson 3 years ago
500 followers? This is by far the worst one because that's not even remotely a big number. It's just writing? It's a lot of writing. It's literally work.
RandomBeing 3 years ago
"It's just writing b*tch" hits me on another level as a left handed person with dysgraphia (who also ironically has an interest in calligraphy). It really do be "just writing" to some folks huh.
Lulu Lemons 3 years ago
My mum did all the calligraphy on her wedding invites! yes this is just me bragging about my awesome mum
Don't Look 3 years ago
Yo, for real, that's incredible. Rather wish I had a reason to get something like this.
#23
Can We Discount Her From Being A Credible Influencer?
Red 3 years ago
Here's what I read: "the food was the best ever, but I'm a spoiler brat who thinks she's a princess and deserves special treatment to get my high quality food for free, so I won't be returning". And my takeaway: "the food is amazing, and the atmosphere will be better since I won't be there".
Random Anon 3 years ago
There are some cats with more followers. Said cats don't demand free sh!t from random businesses. Be like the cats.
Francesca Annoni 3 years ago
Customer means you pay what you eat.. the manager actually treated them as customers.. not as guest (I hope I used the right word ..I dont know if in English guest has exactly the same meaning i mean...)
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
You expressed it correctly. "Guest" generally carries the meaning that there is a host footing the bill.
Load More Replies... Spittnimage 3 years ago
She does know how to treat customers. You order food, she takes money.
Gregory Mead 3 years ago
So she's pissed because she was treated like a normal customer instead of "special".
Wang Zhuang 3 years ago
I've seen this before. I really would have loved to see how the restaurant responded to this
#24
Influencer In Banggood
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
This really is beginning to get out of hand. #Plutoisarealplanet
M O'Connell 3 years ago
Assuming they mean Mexican Pesos, that's $73.27 USD. Would anyone really pay $73 for a keyboard that doesn't even have a numpad?
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
Greed, vastly over-inflated ego, being scamming beggars.....
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Geordie Girl 3 years ago
My son has a keyboard like this, but he worked his a**e off to save up & actually pay for it, so kudos to my son!!
#25
''influencer'' Keeps Playing The Victim & Begging For Money, Refuses To Get A Job
Wang Zhuang 3 years ago
If the TikToker would just pull their head away from the screen once in a while and go outside, they would see all the job vacancies. Hell, I can see them, and I live all the way across the world
Baleygr 3 years ago
I don't know about that one. No one asked pink, which I assume isn't a friend/relative (those would have had the email address?) for their opinion about blacks life situation and choices. And really, "stop doing what you like to do and want to try to build up, to get a normal job" is an 'advise' as old as time and as ignorant as you can get towards a stranger. If pink absolutely wants to try the ticktock/social media route, let her. If it goes sideways, they'll notice and can change. But they don't have to ignore their dream just because some stranger, or anyone, really, isn't pleased and want them to do something that's more their own idea of a good life.
Load More Replies... Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
Sheesh, brat, learn to freaking cook! I can get a LOT more than three meals out of $50 if I put my mind and hands to it.
Baleygr 3 years ago
Easily 5, if you're not on a too tight budget. 10 and you still eat ok. At least in my country.
Load More Replies... Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
Probably because of employee turnover, when people get sick of Karens shrieking and pseudo-celebrities throwing begging tantrums.
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Trisha Howson 3 years ago
People gosh I wish some people would pull there head out there bums it make it easier for the people that actually work.
#26
Influencer Wants Free Food Because Her Staff Is On Leave.
Leesquee 3 years ago
I read it as *my parents are out of town and there's no one to make me dinner*
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
"Mu underpaid and undervalued staff are not here this week and I can't really take care of myself. Can you cook and give me food...but for free?"
John Wilson 3 years ago
Hate how they use the word "collaborating" incorrectly, when they actually mean, "Give me what I want, for free!"
K Miller 3 years ago
Trying new cuisine is somehow decreasing the workload of the kitchen? Did I read that right? ffs
Alexandra Marosi 3 years ago
Just cook some pasta and pour a jar of tomato sauce of it. You're welcome ;)
Pete Häkkinen 3 years ago
"I'm so busy being awesome today so I might lower myself to being fed by a rando."
Eppe 3 years ago
I read this as the influencer wanting to help out in the kitchen. But I may be on the naive side on this.
Jo Choto 3 years ago
I did for a moment, but then I realized she meant that she is just SO busy and hard-working, she wants to take a break from her own kitchen work.
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Baleygr 3 years ago
A redneck influencer? O.o Homeschooles their poor children but still is in regular social media sites instead of GoFundMe?
foofoofloofy 3 years ago
Nope, they're (usually she's) BEING homeschooled.
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"Influencer" Wanted Free Tickets To A Charity Event
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
Well, it's charity to donate tickets to a beggar, isn't it?
Load More Replies... Mr Zipperface 3 years ago
Why not ask the homeless to pay for 70% of your ticket so you can promote them.
Trond Øien 3 years ago (edited)
Asking for a free entrance, +1 to a charity event for a local homeless shelter tells you everything you need to know about this influencer bs.
Trevor Nicholson 3 years ago
Ok but straight up, if you don't have even remotely proper grammar, why would someone want you promoting them?
#28
“Influencer” With 2k Followers Wants Me To Send Her My Product For Free!
Lady Goldberry 3 years ago
I get so annoyed by influencers and those who follow them. Celebrity means nothing these days. But it's also quite sad seeing these youngsters putting themselves out there and ending by looking ridiculous. I know a lot of them have the skin of a rhino, but others come across as kids trying to make a fast buck. Society has a lot to answer for.
Shelby Jackson 3 years ago
I'd answer "a product of my choice huh? Ok!" Then send her a bobby (hair) pin with glitter glue on it
Wesley Yuen 3 years ago
The big ones actually provide exposure and lead to future sales. Every female “influencer thinks they will be the next Gigi Hadid’
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An 'Influencer' I Know
#30
“Popular Influencer” Asks If Someone Is Willing To Build The 2nd Floor Of His For Free, In Exchange For Exposure
TyrantrumGogoat 3 years ago
Uhh, I understand thinking getting food and clothes for free, but a 2 story house!?!? What's he thinking!!
#31
“Exposure Doesn’t Pay The Bills, My Guy”
#32
I Thought This Would Stop After Covid-19 But Influencers Are Still Trying To Scab Free Things From Bars & Restaurants.
Red 3 years ago
Sure. Give them portions equal to about 1/10th the full size, as a "trial" platter. Not enough to even feel not hungry, but enough to showcase flavor and appeal. Want free s**t? Get the free samples.
Cold Contagious 3 years ago
A small spoon sized bite of each item they want to try, with a maximum number of items of the restaurants choice.
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Insta 'Influencers' Asking For Free Custom Made Cakes (Article Below)
Megan Curl 3 years ago
I’ve heard of this one...she’s really bada$$ about shutting down influencers. She’s a treasure.
Cold Contagious 3 years ago
Her cakes look amazing, she deserves to be paid for her work and creativity like everyone else.
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Wannabe Influencers Abuse Generosity Of International Volunteer Program’s Free Food & Housing #blessed
Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
If they weren't rude I'd think it would he hilarious to see groups of influencers try to work on a farm 🤣🤣🤣 I mean Paris and Nicole tried for a hot second and that was pretty funny. But, as a farmer, those kinds of people are actually a liability.
#35
If You Give Me Your Products For Free, I Will Write Good Reviews Because I'm A Social Media Influencer (This Person Wrote That Instead Of An Actual Review. They Thought The Review Section Is Where You Can Solicit Business)
#36
Kenyan Influencer On Why She Deserves Free Things
Mercy Wanjiru 3 years ago (edited)
I know her...Michelle Ntalami . She wanted a bunch of stuff ( clothes, shoes, hair and makeup, shoot, Jewelry ) for free for her birthday. In return she'd post the pictures on her Instagram and tag you. She's quite rich too. Awful person that one.
Red 3 years ago
Why is it that the rich always want stuff for free and the poor always seem willing to pay?
Fay Kneuse 2 years ago
Very late to the party because I search these posts out. I just turned 40. I've finally realised the rich are rich because they don't spend money. They beg for freebies, which they often get. They don't pay taxes. They simply hang on to every penny they can. In the U.k., we've had politicians claiming heating for stables under "expenses". And worse. You can Google U.K. MP expenses scandals to see it all. There are worse ones than that too.
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#37
These Influencers Don’t Realize That Restaurants Are Struggling. Real Solid Response From @demitrisfeast #repost #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
Rijkærd 3 years ago
125 followers is a "large Melbourne following?? Whats the population of Melbourne?? 150?? Damn these entitled muppets
IDK_Something 3 years ago
This screen grab was sent to the profile with 125 followers. I do like to think the asshat has that or less, though 🤣
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Influencer With Massive Global Following Trying To Get A Free Private Jet Flight
BarBeeGirl 3 years ago
Omg! I just listened to 10 seconds of her auto tuned crap and my life has not changed one iota
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This Happened To My Friend; A Dm From An "Instagram Influencer" Asking For Free Cookies To Review (White Box Is Translation)
#40
“Influencer” Wants A Brand New Leather Jacket But 10% Off Isn’t Good Enough
The Scout 3 years ago
My company has worked with "serious" influencers for some time. Most of them had suggested coupon-code based business models by themselves - like "Give me a code to promote, and I get 1% of every puchase where it is used". That was a collab we could work with, as it was measureable. Most of these did not even ask for free products, as they (rightly) assumed the income would more than justify the costs. But for this to work, you need to have a real follower base and a certain credibility - both of which most wannabe influencers lack. It all comes down to the difference between a professional and an entitled wannebe.
#41
"Influencers" Need Not Apply To This Art Hotel In Kyoto
IDK_Something 3 years ago
The title says it's an art hotel in Kyoto. They must get a lot of people asking for "collaborations" to include the disclaimer on "influencers".
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Hahah John You Are Awesome !!! More Begging For Free Shit #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
It's not even about the money sometimes, it's about making themselves feel important
#44
Influencers During A Pandemic
Cold Contagious 3 years ago
Vultures, literally trying to pick at the slowly dying carcasses and have no empathy.
#45
Bachelorette Contestant Wants Free Rent To Be "Live-In Influencer"
Megan Curl 3 years ago
Who isn’t loving the fact that this is out there, and we all now hate Chase McNary? Karma dude.
Eric Forman 3 years ago
This dude really thinks people love him so much they'll pay thousands a year to live nearish him?
#46
Instagram "Influencer" Mad At How "Cheap" A Prize Is
#47
Model Tries To Get Free Drawing From Me For Exposure. Have I Become A Real Artist Now That Someone Wants Free Art From Me?
Jo Choto 3 years ago
I commissioned a piece of work from a mega-talented artist. I paid her normal rate. I still promoted it and told everyone about it, because she's so talented. I recently commissioned her for a second portrait, which I am paying full rate for. Because she's a talented artist and it's her work. I will still promote her after the fact. That's how it works.
Bobby 3 years ago
If someone wants your exposure they will ask you for it, not the other way around. I'm pretty sure when Coke or Kelloggs, or whatever massive company does celebrity endorsements(which is what all the influencers what their "exposure" to sound like) they are reaching out to the person they want representing them, not the other way around
Raven DeathShade 3 years ago
A friend of mine is a graphic designer just getting started. The amount of times she's complained about stupid customers is just apalling.
#48
Last Message Sent Translation: It's Too Expensive, I'm An Influencer I Can Shout You Out. That Drawing Is Easy
#49
“I’m An Influencer, Give Me Free Stuff”
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
Alongside the nonsense they've typed and how ridiculous the last post is, I'm also amused that they don't understand that 'media' is already the plural of 'medium'
#50
Okay This One’s A Bit Different. A Small Business Reached Out And Offered Them Free Food And They Rebuted It And Wanted To Charge A Large Fee Because U Have That Many Followers Lol And The Best Part Is This Kid Has A “Manager” That Books Him Restaurant Rd Lmaooo #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
#51
Influencer Asking For A Free Mega Yatch To Shoot Their Video
Jo Choto 3 years ago
I've just written a song, called "Filthy rich, live in a castle". I need to be given a castle and a few piles of gold bullion." In return, I'll tell everyone how generous you are.
Random Anon 3 years ago
A person with a yacht don't need promoting. And if I have one, I wouldn't let this person go on it. They don't seem to have all their ducks quite in a row if you catch my drift.
#52
Social Media “Influencer” I Somewhat Know Sent Out A Bunch Of $5 Venmo Requests Saying “Plz Help” And Plays If Off As A Joke. I Think This Is So Trashy... Am I The Asshole Here? Would This Be Considered A Funny Joke To You?
#53
Had A Message From @secreteatsmelbourne Offering This Unbeatable Opportunity? We Know Several Who Have. Tell Em They’re Dreaming’ #couscousforcomment
#54
"Influencer" Upset Our Tiny Business Didn't Send A Freebie In A Timely Manner.
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
Yeah, you go and find out what the police have to say about this . . .
#55
Influencer Wants To Collaborate For Her Wedding And Gets Called Out By The Designer.
Daniel Mattock 3 years ago
One glorious day, people will still caring so much about weddings. We’re slowly getting there.
#56
Choosing Influencer™ Wants A Free Meal
Jay Cee 1 month ago
The brother of a guy I worked with had a small musical instrument store but also made custom violin and cello bows and had some impressive internationally know clients. Our boss asked my college if his brother would give a discount on a violin because boss's daughter was going to lessons. College said it was not a family concern, boss would have to ask. Having been tipped off the boss was offered a "£150 violin for just £120" and snapped it up. In actual fact, if he'd just walked into the shop he would have got it for the normal price of . . . £100!
#57
Influencer Wants Personal Song Written Plus One Hour Set At Wedding For Free
jammer 3 years ago
That’s no fist bump, that’s a smack right in the kisser.
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Kenyan Influencer Gives Back
Ember 3 years ago
There must be some people/businesses out there that are willing to do these things or influencers would stop asking... wouldn’t they?!
Upstaged75 3 years ago (edited)
Sadly there are. Lots of "influencer families" get tons of free stuff sent to them by suckers who want their 15 minutes of fame. Many of the families even get free vacations. The Disney resort in Hawaii does it all the time - post videos and pictures of their family at the resort in exchange for a free stay. Frankly I think it's disgusting to finance your life by exploiting your children, but it's quite popular on YouTube.
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#59
The Influencers Have Shifted To Ebay Because Nobody Else Is Falling For Their Shit.
#60
Fan Criticizes Influencer's Personal (Not Sponsored) Giveaway
Ember 3 years ago
Even when you TRY to give something away, some a-hole will complain about it...
Cold Contagious 3 years ago
Won't the gift card work online as well? Am I missing something?
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#61
Suggested Ad Influencing The Exposure Lifestyle
#62
So, I Make Clothes And This Dude Really Wanted Them For Free So This Is What Happened (Mind You This Guy Was By No Means An Influencer And Had No More Than 100 Followers, Which Unfortunately Matters In This Case.
#63
So This Is A Thing Now ? I’m Sorry, I Don’t Care. I Also Don’t Care To Pay. Even If You Have 100k Followers .this Was A Dm From An Account That Shares Design Posts Of Others ( That’s It, Easy Money ) And Just Recently I Was Encouraged To Submit A Photo To Another Feed, A Renowned Food Photography Awards Site. But Here’s The Monetary Catch For This One Too. This One Particularly Amusing. In My Book.you Have To Pay To Be Featured ( And Then There Is The Opportunity To Be Granted One Of Their So Called Prestigious Awards. Oh Please. What’s More.. You Would Think That A Site Like This Would Have A Reputable Photographer Or Creative Team Would Be Behind It. Yes ? I Mean They Should Understand What They Are Looking At Right ? But No. In Fact No One Knows Who They Are. I’ve Even Asked Nicely. Emails Fall On Deaf Ears. In Addition, Pathetic, As I’m A Stylist And Not A Photographer( Well, Not Yet ) ...😂mmm) What People Do To Get Noticed? And Guarantee 200- 300 New Followers. It Is Amazing They Didn’t Add ‘Authentic ‘ In There As Well. Instagram Has Removed Likes, This Is Good. So We Can Just Concentrate On Sharing, Not Validation.maybe They Can Remove These Accounts Too. Smells Like Predator To Me. Featuring The Beautiful Work Of Others Whilst Cashing In. Not #couscousforcomment But Just As Bad. What Do You Think ? #nohawkersplease
#64
Fed Up Of "Influencers". "I'm Happy To Pay For Shipping And Do As Many Posts As You Want".....quickly Changes To "It's Takes Time And Effort To Make Posts". Yeah Well It Takes Time And Effort To Make Our Product Too
#65
Choosing Beggar Is A “Micro Influencer” Who Will Pay You When She Gets Endorsed
#66
Tiktok Influencer Can’t Afford Shampoo From A Startup
Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
I could kind of see this if both are start ups. Not an entire bottle but a weeks worth sample.
#67
Equivalent To Instagram Influencer Asking Free Food For Review. Devs Worked For Months Even Years For The Game.
#68
Redneck Influencer Wants Free Concrete Work
Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago (edited)
Watch out if you're doing this. "Sovereign citizens" in my area have gotten homeowners in sticky situations by stealing construction goods, showing up and doing an hours worth of work then asking you for payment so they can buy something they need. They precede to leave with your money and you have a bunch of stolen items in your yard. It's almost always $250 or $500 they charge for things that are worth thousands. *Edit* I'm in NE US)
#69
Another "Influencer" Who Fits Right In
DennyS (denzoren) 3 years ago
It's the thumbnails that always pisses me off....like it's so clever.
#70
I Sell Spaghetti Themed Merchandise On Pinterest And Some Cb Wanted Me To Pay For Social Influence.
#71
This Insta “Influencer” Has A Series Of Sold Out Talks And Wants Free Photography And Videography Services.
#72
Tiktok Compilation Channel Openly Trying To Get Free Work From Me Because Theyre "A Huge Social Media Influencer"
#73
Game Dev Sends A Review Code To A Cb Influencer.
#74
Asks Influencer For Free Dog On Facebook. Then Tells Me To Mind My Business After Her Public Plea.
ChimeraBubbles 3 years ago
It is my understanding there is a shortage of trained service dogs at this time. If you need one and don't have one life can be much harder. There is a process to get a service dog though and you don't get to skip your place in the queue.
Danielle Gibbs 3 years ago
Currently training my Aussie as a Psychiatric Service Dog (not an Emotional Support Animal). You can legally train your own dog. Oh and Jessica, there is no such this as a "certified" service dogs. ADA states that dogs don't need to be "certified" or professionally trained. If someone says their service dog is certified they're either lying or got scammed by an online company.
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A Lovely Response To A Request By @brisbaneweekender For #couscousforcomment Whoever @brisbaneweekender Might Be. Begging Bowl Of Entitlement. Rise Up, Restaurateurs Of Australia, And Shut This Shit Down.
#77
Tiktok Influencer Who Live In An NYC Luxury Apartment Wants Free Labor
oktopus 3 years ago
One point is approximately 0.1 of one exposure at the current exchange rate.
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Brand New Ebay Account Claiming To Be "Youtube Influencer" And Trying To Get A Free/Discounted Drone From Me
#81
This Girl Wants A Free Bday Party In Exchange For Some Social Media Exposure Lol. She Can’t Afford To Pay For Her Own Party #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
#82
@johnlethlean @afropunkoz Need Some Advice Here Guys. Sounds Like A Great Opportunity #couscousforcomment
#84
Wow Huge Influencer With A Huge 195 Views On Youtube
Cold Contagious 3 years ago
So someone who may not be able to afford the game immediately or wanting to make deals with the game company for it, are ratkids? This low class cb gamer doesn't have a very good opinion of the people surrounding them. They're a sad individual.
#85
Trying To Pay For A 40k Medical Procedure Using Influence With People In The Comments Thinking This Is Justified And Reasonable.
#87
Hey @jaymibunn You Barely Have Followers And Want To Get Free Shit. Go Buy The Product And Review It On Your Own. Out Here Begging Companies For Shit. #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
#88
Absolute Gold @fourlegs_ldn Read It All. #couscousforcomment
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
"if you have a website" - wait, they didn't even put the work in to find out if there was a website??
#90
Co-Intern Had To Answer A Text. What Next? Doctor Is Gonna Operate For Exposure?
Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
If you find someone because you desperately need their service, I don't think they need 'exposure'
#92
“Influencer” Who Has Starred On/Made $$$ From At Least 3 High Profile Reality Shows Asking For Major House Renovations In Return For Likes...
#93
Lol Not Only Is This Person Asking For Free Food, They Want The Chefs To Make Something Not Even On The Menu!!! Go Make Your Own Quail And Rabbit Lol #couscousforcomment #commentoftheyear #couscousforcomments
#94
Hahaha This Is The Best Response Ever. She Only Has 5k Followers And Ways To Way For Free 😂😂 #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments #shame
#95
#repost Now People Are Asking For Free Vacation Rentals 😅 #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
#96
Ok This One Isn’t Bad. They Were Both Pretty Nice But Still These Influencers Are Expecting All This Free Shit #couscousforcomment #couscousforcommentfrontfoot #couscousforcomments
#97
Here We Go….. I’m A “Bully”
IDK_Something 3 years ago
Oh, this provides the context for currently #86 on this list! That one was confusing.
#98
Here’s An Example Of Tiny Accounts Trying To Get Free Food. #couscousforcomment #couscousforcomments
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DrNefariousMcFarious 3 years ago
The easiest way to stop these influencers is to out them. Stop blocking their profile names. Post them in on their glory.
WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago (edited)
We all know how the minds of influenzas work since the posts of Russian influenzas crying on Instagram because it will be blocked in Russia. They are more concerned about their loss of income than about the fact that their comrads are killing civilians in Putin's dïck measuring contest which he calls a "military mission". The rest of the world calls it a war.
K Witmer 3 years ago
Influencer is a dream "job" come true for narcissists. I'm sad to see so many exist. They can never be cured they only get worse and a lot of good people get sucked in by them.
MimSorensson 3 years ago
And the real irony is that people who are actually successful “influencers” (oh god, I hate the mere word but since they exist now no matter what I think about it) work like HELL and don’t expect free shìt for nothing.
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Lily Mae Kitty 3 years ago
When I had a shop on Etsy, selling vintage clothing, I had a bunch of people try this crap on me. Thankfully there's so many of us on eBay that this doesn't happen there.
Brafne Heiwer 3 years ago
Back in 1980, I fell off my bike, rolled on the road, and skinned my knee. I'm telling you now because there was no social media in 1980.
Linny H 3 years ago
I mean, maybe it's because I'm not young and dumb. But who on planet Earth is "influenced" by rando's on tik tok?
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
There must be someone teaching this stuff. The same buzz words over and over. Collab? Too painfully cool. At least two murder/missing persons tv dramas on US television have been about choosing beggars in the last few weeks. Shows how much people find them expendable.
DrNefariousMcFarious 3 years ago
The easiest way to stop these influencers is to out them. Stop blocking their profile names. Post them in on their glory.
WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago (edited)
We all know how the minds of influenzas work since the posts of Russian influenzas crying on Instagram because it will be blocked in Russia. They are more concerned about their loss of income than about the fact that their comrads are killing civilians in Putin's dïck measuring contest which he calls a "military mission". The rest of the world calls it a war.
K Witmer 3 years ago
Influencer is a dream "job" come true for narcissists. I'm sad to see so many exist. They can never be cured they only get worse and a lot of good people get sucked in by them.
MimSorensson 3 years ago
And the real irony is that people who are actually successful “influencers” (oh god, I hate the mere word but since they exist now no matter what I think about it) work like HELL and don’t expect free shìt for nothing.
Load More Replies... Lily Mae Kitty 3 years ago
When I had a shop on Etsy, selling vintage clothing, I had a bunch of people try this crap on me. Thankfully there's so many of us on eBay that this doesn't happen there.
Brafne Heiwer 3 years ago
Back in 1980, I fell off my bike, rolled on the road, and skinned my knee. I'm telling you now because there was no social media in 1980.
Linny H 3 years ago
I mean, maybe it's because I'm not young and dumb. But who on planet Earth is "influenced" by rando's on tik tok?
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
There must be someone teaching this stuff. The same buzz words over and over. Collab? Too painfully cool. At least two murder/missing persons tv dramas on US television have been about choosing beggars in the last few weeks. Shows how much people find them expendable.
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