Jacob is joined by UK-based YouTuber Alina (of According to Alina) to delve into the phenomenon of the BookTok community on TikTok. What is typical content found on BookTok, and how does it contribute to the cyclical nature of creator engagement? We hear Alina’s concerns regarding anti-intellectualism within the community, and her opinions on the potential negative implications of endless romance trope discussions.
Jacob is joined by UK-based YouTuber Alina (of According to Alina) to delve into the phenomenon of the BookTok community on TikTok. What is typical content found on BookTok, and how does it contribute to the cyclical nature of creator engagement? We hear Alina’s concerns regarding anti-intellectualism within the community, and her opinions on the potential negative implications of endless romance trope discussions.