: Julia Darling , CEO of She Speaks Media , provides a dedicated space for teens interested in the media industry to cover celebrity news and current affairs. Industry Challenges

About Julia Darling. Julia is currently a blogger for Huffington Post, CNN, Buzzfeed, Her Culture Magazine, The Smart Girls Group, The Shorty Awards

: Julia Leahy (@morepestoplease on TikTok) uses her platform of over one million followers to discuss the anxiety and social turmoil Gen Z has faced following the COVID-19 pandemic. She also hosts The Pesto Pod to explore these themes further.

: Known as one of Jake Shane's best friends from USC, she is a frequent guest on the podcast Therapuss . Professionally, she works in artist music strategy at William Morris Endeavor.

Even established stars like have recently reflected on the pressures of being a "serious" teen actress, recalling how she was frequently told to "smile more" during auditions. This highlights a long-standing dialogue in teen media regarding authenticity versus industry-mandated "bubbles". Julia Darling - Blogger - The Shorty Awards

: A "budding superstar" who gained national attention on The Voice . She recently attended the Grammy Awards and performs at iconic venues like the Stone Pony. Media Perspectives for the Digital Generation