Are You Dressing for You or the Algorithm? With Maggie Zhou
From Big Small Talk by LiSTNR
March 25, 2026 · 54 min
About this episode
Maggie Zhou joins to discuss the impact of digital trends on fashion and personal identity.
This week on Small Talk, we’re joined by writer, editor and Culture Club co-host Maggie Zhou to unpack fashion, trends and identity in the digital age. From growing up on Tumblr to navigating TikTok’s endless trend cycles, Maggie breaks down the difference between slow and fast fashion, the psychology behind overconsumption, and whether influencer and celebrity brands still hold power in 2026. Plus whether or not the haul is dead! We also get into personal style in an algorithm-driven world and how to step off the trend treadmill without losing your sense of self. Big Small Talk Instagram Sarah-Jane's Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Guest: Maggie Zhou
Topics covered
- fashion
- trends
- identity
- digital age
- overconsumption
- personal style
Keywords
- fashion
- trends
- identity
- digital age
- overconsumption
- slow fashion
- fast fashion
- influencer brands
- personal style
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Culture Club, Tumblr, TikTok
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