Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing
This documentary miniseries examines the troubling realities behind child influencer fame, as teens and parents describe alleged exploitation, manipulation, and abuse tied to online content creation. Through firsthand accounts and broader questions about adult responsibility and platform oversight, it highlights how quickly attention and money can put kids at risk.
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Season 1
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E1
#momager
Tiffany Smith turns her preteen daughter into a YouTube star alongside a group of child influencers called the Squad. But what's the price of viral fame?
Apr 9, 2025 -
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E2
#crush
As Piper and the Squad get more famous than ever, parents grow alarmed by Tiffany's inappropriate behavior — and troubling attention from adults.
Apr 9, 2025 -
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E3
#unfollow
After Tiffany lashes out at kids who escape the Squad, a bombshell lawsuit sparks an FBI investigation. What will it take to protect child influencers?
Apr 9, 2025
