About this episode

Kelli and Troy explore the evolution and impact of paparazzi culture on celebrities and the media.

This week Kelli and Troy are diving into paparazzi culture. Your hosts discuss everything from where the term came from to celebrity bounties and which celebs allegedly work with the paparazzi. From the tabloid gold rush of the 2000s to staged “candid” photos today, they unpack how the paparazzi industry really works and the complicated relationship between celebrities and the cameras following them. Join our Patreon for more content! - patreon.com/Beyondtheblinds Follow us on Instagram - instagram.com/beyondtheblindspod Kelli on IG - Instagram.com/laguna_biotch Troy on IG - Instagram.com/troyjeanspears --SPONSORS--- Right now, Baked by Melissa is offering our listeners 20% off your order at Bakedbymelissa.com/BLINDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Kelli, Troy

Topics covered

• paparazzi culture
• celebrity relationships
• media industry
• tabloids
• photography

Keywords

• paparazzi
• celebrities
• tabloids
• photography
• media

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