Harry Styles Fragrance & Parasocial Anxiety

[@selunescorpio]

Brittany turning her head away from the mic when she’s about to shout loudly is like when someone’s smoking and they turn their head so they don’t blow smoke in your face. Brittany’s consideration for the audience is touching

[@yourrebornbabymamaa]

I honestly love when she does that so much I can't quite put it into words😂

[@abbyz13]

and then she’ll burp confidently straight into the mic and i’m like yep. this is my leader

[@abbyz13]

@@yourrebornbabymamaacause you know she WANTS to yell straight into it 😂❤

[@LottaCoffee]

Now that my hearing has been damaged, I dislike a lot of screaming, but I always enjoy hearing Brittany talk. 😂

[@pogchamp5276]

its the little things ❤️❤️😍😍

[@hilaryelement8014]

"we no longer are posting to share memories, we're posting to prove who we are" rlly got me. that's exactly how it feels.

[@highestheater101]

I go on & on in all directions but what I do that is most important to me is being a mentor to people from Nigeria & Ghana & hearing that they are still having peaceful times still after so many years of fighting. Then being a mentor for the Nigerian based 200000000 WOMEN Ministers Group along with many other International Women's Ministries Groups+!!!+ It is extremely important that Women Ministers take the 'lead' in Ministry Worldwide in the battle of Good & Evil, really+!!!+💫👉🫶👈💫This is how we win this battle+!!!+

[@Kthespacewhale]

Having Brittany talk about being a commodity and something to sell herself and how it can be so taxing and dehumanizing then be cut off by an ad of exactly that nature felt quite dystopian and really makes the point solidify

[@BroskiReport]

No literally I watched the edit back and was like that’s beautiful irony I couldn’t have scripted a better joke

[@ArgoBargo]

@@BroskiReport it’s a great joke yeah, but it’s one of those jokes where you laugh and then you bunch over and just start questioning your existence. Aka 10/10 would have an existential crisis again

[@oryx6247]

yeah but she put that ad in🙊 cuz she wants the money

[@oryx6247]

she has commodified herself. very lame!

[@Kthespacewhale]

@@oryx6247 she doesn’t just want it, she needs it, this is her job, this is just life under capitalism, im glad she has ads so that she can get enough money to keep doing projects like the podcast and royal court and afford to live

[@jamiealford8315]

I really hope she doesn’t get burnt out and quit the internet. She’s brought something new and special and we can’t afford to lose her.

[@herkai06]

same i genuinely love her sm

[@tandons7704]

She supports is not real sadky

[@bellagarzia9653]

@@tandons7704💀

[@maiseylikesyou]

Hope it isn’t Jenna marbles 2.0 :’)

[@desertrose3511]

@@maiseylikesyoubro I’m still sad. But it makes me so happy that Jenna and Juliens 1 year anniversary is this month ❤

[@stephanieyglesias7893]

Brittany is my parasocial bestie. Watching these podcasts on Tuesdays is like our weekly FaceTime

[@PinkSheep-vj8pq]

and the comment session is my weekly group hang out

[@igotuastick]

brittany girl you have somehow become one of the most transparent and inspirational creators because she simultaneously is this "parasocial best friend" and also incredibly real. its so refreshing to see someone so humble and successful and be able to feel that they are a real person

[@abbiebutler6407]

I sat in my bathtub and bodied 2 rolls of sushi while watching this episode. The beginning couldn't have captured what I'm going through any better. I'll always be grateful for what you give us, and you deserve to do it in the way that's healthiest for you

[@maddimorton8727]

Damn I eat in my bathtub while watching these eps too lol❤❤❤ and agree with what you said! Love u britttt

[@brookethompson3646]

This sounds therapeutic af

[@kaitlynkite]

okay i’m so glad you said this bc eating sushi in the bathtub is one of the most therapeutic experiences one can have, plus watching broski report while you do it, yeah i’m ascending!

[@Alexandra0729]

Also ate sushi while watching this episode and somehow that feels like sisterhood lmao. I couldn’t agree more with your final thoughts on being grateful and at the same time understanding that Brittany deserves to do this in a way that feels healthiest for her. I could tell by your words that you’re a compassionate soul! Proud to be a part of Broski Nation.

[@Crashlee11]

at first I thought you said you ROLLED sushi rolls in the bathtub and I was like 😮damn dude that’s a whole ass project 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@halliehunt3998]

i don’t remember life w out brittany. the way she can relate and be so vulnerable is LITERALLY SO COMFORTING AND REASSURING. i love you girl keep being you

[@chakeyy6178]

"Men don't know what they want and they make us suffer for it." Truer freakin' words have never been spoken.

[@jessicatrumpler3368]

I think the reason why we are all so drawn to you is because you voice what we are all thinking. You eloquently share deep, vulnerable thoughts while still keeping humor centered. I understand your ebbs and flows, but it’s the fact that you are talking about it and using this platform in a productive way. The weight of your world is on your shoulders like you said, but it becomes relatable because we all have that same mindset and yet don’t talk about it that frequently. We love you!!!!!

[@alannasporer5076]

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[@annav1038]

Saying “hes not even that cute” in unison & then cracking up has made my day 100% better. Love u broski nation

[@sophiehalsted5983]

I’m in medical school, my bf and I are long-distance, and I don’t really have any friends or family close by.🙂 At such an isolating and excruciating time in my life, watching your podcast has been source of so much positivity and comfort to my life. Thank you for always being so honest and vulnerable and it really does feel like you’re a friend.

[@emelycarcamo1954]

I wish you all the luck in med school!!! just know the broski nation is here for you as friends and we’re your biggest cheerleaders!!!!!

[@amyabrams4649]

I’ve never commented on anything because it feels like a weird fourth wall breach but honestly your content is easily the most entertaining, nuanced, informed, authentic and simultaneously hilarious that is available. The fact that those who are emotionally intelligent and have wherewithal to care about impact are the ones who suffer the most. I wish viewers used critical thinking skills for your sake because you deserve that same grace that you give others. It’s a privilege that you share yourself with us authentically because it’s rare and we as humans are scrambling for sense of belonging. It is not your burden to carry alone, you ARE allowed to preserve yourself and I WILL throw hands from the Broski Nations bureau in New Zealand

[@ericanelson8452]

i completely agree 🤍

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

All too often I notice how viewers become so parasocially attached to creators who don't even know them. The lack of critical thinking skills leads to these fans saying and doing some of the most ridiculous stuff... it really hurts to see. I only recently got into Brittany's content and she was the first person to show me what it's like to be so into something. I'm an adult above the drinking age and not once have I ever expressed how I truly feel about the things I love out of fear of being judged. She taught me how to feel excitement and laughter again, especially after my sibling had just passed away last month. She has done so much for me, but she did it indirectly, and neither of us owe each other anything for that. She is not my bestie and I am not her bestie. More fans could stand to learn such a concept. Also, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Even if you don't often comment, what you DID say was spot-on and well said. I'm American but I have a friend in NZ as well, so I'm sending you and your country much love.

[@babrielle]

RETWEET! ❤️

[@nad6342]

^^^ absolutely! we love u madam broski

[@zacksandoval2158]

Real !

[@dahliapins]

Brittany is like if the world could get together and vote someone into being an influencer. Like she didn’t want this. She’s just like us. That’s why this podcast hits so hard for so many people, because she speaks about what we all feel but don’t talk about. She is such a powerful force of good in this toxic sphere and it’s so incredible to see. Thank you Brittany, for being a voice of the people.

[@distressfvl]

Crashed into the local Denny’s going 95mph, now we’re all listening to the BroskiReport. Anything for our Lord and Savior.

[@Me-vn3gz]

you blessed their day

[@walpurgisnight7]

Brittany, I hope you're able to see how many people you leave a lasting positive impact on. Imposter syndrome sucks and warps your self-image. You deserve every ounce of love we give you!

[@Babymarie0628]

Brittany screaming out for Beyoncé is literally me every time I get played. I’ll be calling out for the goddess herself like it’s the damn bat signal or somethin😪

[@yourrebornbabymamaa]

THAT PART 😂😢💕

[@PinkSheep-vj8pq]

you mean the beyoncé signal

[@Babymarie0628]

@@PinkSheep-vj8pq no because there’s no history of that and nobody has ever actually done it before so I referred to it as something that is a legitimate thing. So no I meant Bat signal

[@JD-mh9zw]

Wow this episode was so damn good. And ending with “I fired my therapist” was the cherry on top 😭 BRING THE MERCH

[@fairyjiji]

HANDS OFF THE WHEELS ‼️‼️‼️ MY EYES ARE CLOSED‼️‼️ AND READY TO HEAR THE BROSKI REPORT ‼️

[@ksspook]

A family of five May parish for what I’m about to do but god damn it’s worth it!

[@hyakinthos3643]

In Broski we trust‼️

[@abbless]

YES MAAMMM

[@Yessiree3]

You just ran over my grandmother!!! Oh you’re watching the Broski Report? Understandable carry on then…

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

YEAH MR WHITE!!!

[@norabeauchamp8633]

I’ve never commented on one of your vids before but I wanted to say that we all appreciate the work and dedication you put in to not only entertain us but teach us about topics that are both interesting and important, you make us laugh so hard, and feel connected to you and the experiences of others! LOVE YOU BRITNEY! You deserve only the best.

[@halffirewolf]

brittany, you are not here to serve us. we are here to enjoy existing at the same time as you. you bring my day so much joy I cannot even describe, but it’s nothing if you’re not happy providing it. do not ever feel guilty or in the wrong for wanting to keep things private, for taking a break, for changing your content, for anything. we will be there for you simply to enjoy what you create!! You deserve the world, and you can make that world whatever you want. We love you Brittany

[@kyliekramer2343]

Couldn't say it better myself! We ❤ you Brittany!

[@elizoegomez]

and to add Imma say it right now, I did not like that theripist either. Don't overwork yourself, validate rest and to be fo real: turn us off if it's too much, you've more tat earned it.

[@nothudsonnn]

brittany has provided more therapy than any therapist has before, brittany if you’re seeing this, i’m writing the check!!!

[@SoRavie]

Miss ma’am is looking exceptionally gorgeous

[@leahelaynerivera7410]

I had this same thought, I’m a therapist and this is my therapy

[@glizzymcguire7]

Are we passing the bechdel test? Maybe not today. Are we being kind to ourselves and not judging our emotions even if it's over silly loser boys? Yes ma'am. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@YesJosephine]

Technically she spoke with Beyoncé so that’s a step, but it was about a man 😂 two steps back!

[@kat2025]

The way you describe feeling the weight of the world on you while also consciously knowing that nothing in this world can be changed by just one person is so insanely relatable to me. I feel like some of my favorite KZbinrs may have these opinions but to actually hear it in such an unfiltered way has me about to be emotional with you. As always thank you for sharing.

[@cheyennejacinto-calderoni9740]

I’ve already seen a few comments from others regarding the matter, but I just wanted to reiterate some therapy expectations as someone who is becoming a therapist: therapists are told not to give advice or exact direction because it’s actually unethical! Therapists are not meant to be the ones to make changes or control/direct your choices- you are. You are the expert of your own life! It would be a great disservice to you if someone were to make choices for you when they haven’t lived your life. A therapist’s main priorities should be doing no harm and making decisions that are in the best interest of their client. If a therapist gave you advice, even if they meant well, and it backfired, they would be doing you more harm than good. I know it can be frustrating when a therapist doesn’t tell you like it is or isn’t challenging enough. I highly encourage you give feedback to your next therapist and communicate what your expectations are, should you continue to pursue therapy. I wish you the best of luck with your mental health :) take care of you!

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

I once had a therapist who said I was "unwilling to change" and that we would be "cutting down" on meetings after I had spent 30 minutes telling her about a big change I had made in my life (I dumped a manipulative compulsive liar after we had been dating for half a year). Safe to say I never saw her again after that lol. Ironically, she was referring to the fact that I had briefly mentioned several meetings ago that I was having a hard time getting a job (this was 2021). Not just LANDING a job, but WORKING itself--I couldn't find many jobs that I would stay in for longer than a month. She did start giving me "advice" (more-so she was telling me to put effort into getting a job.. but then wouldn't tell me HOW I could cope with the work). She also constantly forgot about our discussions between each meeting EXCEPT FOR THE WORK THING which wasn't even THAT important to me at the time. Turns out, according to a new therapist, I might be symptomatic of autism or a personality disorder and I am now on a waitlist to be screened for a few things, lol.. even being put on a waitlist was more helpful than hearing "you're unwilling to change" FROM MY OWN THERAPIST?? I think sometimes the issue is what we expect from social workers, but sometimes it's the workers themselves. What's important is to find someone who will respect your boundaries as much as you respect theirs!

[@sabinapalermo1006]

your transparency literally saves lives, i hope you recognize that. thank you for being you and allowing me to see myself in someone i admire for the first time in my life. i’ve recently deleted all social media, attempting to recharge that dopamine vape. & in the moments where it’s been hard, your youtube vids have been getting me through. can’t express how much i love you xoxoxoxo

[@jaredmichael4849]

All I have to say is if Brittany became a writer, director, or producer behind the scenes where she can really work on her art and not have to be in the public eye all the time I would fully support and watch everything. I love her so much

[@hungergames1D]

This just made my heart sink because of the jenna marbles effect. But I 110% agree with you and ofc we are broski nation till the end.

[@PinkSheep-vj8pq]

maybe she needs a movie series of the nation of broski against the world staring all of her favorite people and love island somehow

[@melinadelgado4643]

i’m late to this video but hear me out. this podcast is my comfort. keeps me going. i’m in a hard spot right now but i swear her being herself and enjoying herself within her passions (royal court, art rants, this peek into her life podcast) reminds me of how human i am. it’s very grounding and inspiring.

[@sydney9011]

Girl don't be afraid to take a legit vacation, Broski nation will understand. Go somewhere fun or even just stay at home, no obligation to create content, just have fun, you deserve it

[@HoneyElectric]

She literally travels like every second week. She’s rich lol, she’s fine.

[@pegapage9603]

​@@HoneyElectricbeing rich and being fine are not the same.

[@HoneyElectric]

@@pegapage9603 she travels and goes to expensive concerts whenever she wants, she’s fine.

[@whythenumber]

​@@pegapage9603how does the boot taste

[@sydney9011]

@HoneyElectric travel for work ain't the same as a vacation.

[@m_a_k_e_n_n_a]

girl i know it would be damn near impossible but i NEED to see you and Bo Burnham have a dialogue about online performativity because this conversation and what you have to add to it is so fascinating and important

[@deltafournumbers]

Bo Burnham on Royal Court

[@oriannaisabella7041]

@@deltafournumbers yesss I'd love to see that so much. He doesn't do many interviews, but I could see him saying yes to her.

[@haleypistole]

THIS.

[@hekateshound]

maybe we should just start by addressing brittany being performative rn??? theres a genocide happening for WEEKS now and not a WORD out of her. edit: sorry I made a typo and I'm a perfectionist :')

[@jaedamarie3397]

This conversation would break my brain

[@madisoncrisp7866]

I absolutely LOVED Brittany's appearance on the Colin and Samir show, and more podcasts/interviews should give longer screen time with guests and talk about things that the guest cares about! Brittany forever has a place in my heart and I hope peace finds you girl! Please take care of yourself! I love how willing she is to speak up for herself, and her needs.

[@sasha.mp44]

ive been having the same thing abt social media where i quite literally hate everything about it but can't stop scrolling and checking it and obsessing over it. "we've posting to prove to each other and to ourselves this is the type of person that i think i am" is such an incredibly brutal yet beautiful way of describing the change in social media. so inspiring. every time you post a new episode i always find myself thinking of how to articulate my thoughts in such an intellectual yet easily understandable way that you do so well. MY IDOL

[@ThatTurtleGirl]

“We’re posting to prove who we are” YES! I deleted all my socials because this mind set was SO unhealthy for me. I’m still recovering honestly, it’s so pervasive!

[@danibee6053]

Girl same, on Insta I felt like no matter what I did I couldn't express who I actually was, I could only mimic what I thought I was supposed to do or be a caricature of myself, and in the end couldnt figure out why I was "performing" if I wasnt an influencer lol. I hope getting off social media becomes more of a wave, cause people definitely are a bit hesitant when you say you don't use it. (besides yt, if that even counts)

[@ThatTurtleGirl]

@@danibee6053 YES I felt like everything I did was in the lens of “oh this would be a cute Instagram pic” or “oh I should record this for my TikTok” like people cared when I had like 300 followers, most of them were people I went to high school with 😂 like pls relax

[@beacoventina]

i also deleted all socials last night because i realized 1) how much time i was losing just mindlessly scrolling 2) how much information i was intaking and occasionally parroting rather than retaining and 3) EVERYTHING IS PERFORMANCE. even if you’re the most “real” version of yourself you’re not real, it’s all curated.

[@brooklynnberggren8721]

yes this!! i just deleted instagram and tiktok for a while (i did redownload.. it’s a serious issue) but i realized how many times i would go through my pages and try and place myself within the perspective of someone seeing my page for the first time or even someone stalking my page, because i do the same to other peoples pages, and it either completely boosts my ego or destroys it and it’s such an unhealthy balance. and when i think of deleting my posts and clearing my digital footprint, not just the app, im so hesitant to do so because of what i’ve cultivated online and i want to do what everyone else is doing because it’s become our normal to create personas online that don’t match our reality and that’s where we disconnect. i just wanna focus on reaching people outside of social media and working on myself outside of the perception of others.

[@Kizzy10Luv]

It’s true! I hate when rich influencers complain about the woes of being a rich influencer but the way Brittany portrays herself and those woes is something that is still relatable and understandable. It’s not “guys doing these $5k Dior hauls is really hard 😢” it’s real and raw and the troubles of being a human being in this digital world that we can all relate to in some way

[@sarazilinski5248]

the way that you can make silly jokes and do impressions and then be so vulnerable and intelligent is really admirable. you are the role model this world needs :)

[@cormabe]

she cant even speak out on a genocide

[@sophieaviles9023]

vulnerable and intelligent right right ....

[@mushynugget8205]

@@randohuman5084 boohoo

[@sophieaviles9023]

@@randohuman5084 that's not harassment 🤣 people have every right to be upset at someone who's supposedly such an intelligent little activist

[@user-np8yf8fj2w]

@@sophieaviles9023 people like you eat it up when influencers post an AI generated response to what's going on just so they don't lose followers but come for Brit's neck when I'm telling you right now in a few days she'll post something from the heart. But I guess being chronically online comes with a lack of critical thinking. Like do you really think she's some evil person who will never acknowledge it? come on

[@caravanschaick1593]

i’m new to the broski nation but i feel if she quit being an influencer it would be like “you either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become a villain” and seeing her recognize that this lifestyle changes you and the effect it has is so real.

[@Spamish93]

So true bestie. Also welcome

[@PinkSheep-vj8pq]

im new tooooooooo! long live broski nation!

[@sage5530]

ive been part of broski nation for about 2 years now and shes truly the best influencer ive come across. i love her :(

[@rileypak494]

right! I think she would recognize when it is weighing on her too much, though. love her and hope the best for her.

[@moyaxoxo5923]

Why would u ever put that out there I’m going to vomit 👁️,👁️

[@magpie4948]

So many times I'm listening to you.. especially on this podcast.. and I'm thinking how totally real and vulnerable you are sometimes. And I, as just a listener, a fan, a woman, feel so lucky and honored to be hearing you in that moment. I sometimes forget just how vulnerable you're being with us and that not everyone listening is as... idk... kind hearted or understanding or as sympathetic as some of us listening are ..and being so truthful can be opening you up to peoples unkind comments and overly opinionated remarks. Honestly, I can imagine being in your position. I'm grateful you've chosen to do this job and I know its not for everyone. Just know... you need to be ok too. Hearing you when you're struggling hurts because you've been a light for so many in darker times ..myself included. I know I'm being long winded.. sorry lol and I'm gonna be totally cringy ..bare with me one sec lol. I'm sending you hugs and positive thoughts .. cause it might help ..idk lol. But its what I can do from way over here in my world. Love you guys 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@Jess-Jayne]

I literally felt this episode so hard you have no idea, I had my heart broken this morning and this made me feel a little less alone.

[@Aaaa-ed8nv]

I'm a sociologist and sometimes Brittany gets super into social theories and it's so cool. This episode was insanely interesting to listen to because of that.

[@maetaylor9735]

Hey Brittany here’s a reminder that even though what you do can feel dystopian and vulnerable, it also makes so many people feel seen and less alone. We get to, for an hour every week, turn the exhausting loudness of the world off and sit with you and LAUGH and sometimes CRY and feel, for a minute, connected to others. Not just you, all the people on the comments, I get to feel connected to. You are simply wonderful, your humour and your intelligence truly helps me through my week. Thank you for doing what you do, even when it’s so crazy hard to do. Truly thank you. It’s parasocial, sure, but i and so many others appreciate you so much -another overwhelmed girl in her 20s

[@BEANS518]

As a person to a person, hearing Brittany’s pain makes me want to hug and comfort all the people who feel like this. I know how you feel and I would give anything to take away their pain.

[@yesyariyes]

Britney perfectly explained what’s it’s like to be single rn, and as someone going through the same shit it’s nice to know I’m not alone in this.

[@LizTRex8]

Around the 30 minute mark when you were talking about the panic feeling of feeling the weight of everything messed up in the world on your shoulders, I feel daily. I can only imagine what that'd feel like if I had a platform like you and others that have a platform do. I feel the world around me sensitively, I do not like going on social media platforms so I reduce my use to one with my close loved ones on that help me. I really appreciate you expressing and explaining the para social and altered reality we humans create online. There are some people who don't even think about this or feel like they are the only one feeling anxiety about these topics reality. I want you to know that I love and appreciate your honesty and kindness, your humor is golden🥰 I'm sending you love, light and support❤

[@clarakuli2880]

Brittany -- on behalf of Broski nation, please don't stress over whether we will like things or not, the beauty of your content is that we get to know you better, know your interests, etc., which is a blessing in and of itself. We genuinely will love any content you put out because our interests align with yours and we love your personality. You literally cannot mess up because we accept you for who you are entirely. We love you so dearly!

[@paigeyelanich5740]

THIS ^

[@clemi5051]

This Episode for me was one of the most emotional ones. To see how you struggle sometimes like all of us do and talk about your work from a POV that we usually dont have is so beautiful. I really like you as a person and a creator and value when we get these insights of your work and your life form a different standpoint :)

[@millahalonen3197]

Listening to Brittany and Drew has compleatly changed my views on myself and others. I have realized the internalized biases and how the way I see my intelligence and worth through the eyes of society. How an intelligent and a beatyfull woman acts and look. It is so beautyful to have these brilliant women who are unapologetically themselves and show what a true beautifull woman is. It has compleatly changed the way I value myself. So parasocially thank you!

[@lexisovasquez]

Drew who ?

[@Dancingsushi911]

@@lexisovasquezi bet monson

[@zoemcbride3143]

@@lexisovasquez Drew Afualo

[@rpattssidepiece]

Brittany's speech about parasocial relationships was so interesting and thought provoking. I recently wrote an essay in my Communication Theory course about this similar thing about how we "perform" online and how theres a desire in us to perform a certain appearance to other people, especially with the tools used through social media. I love this podcast.

[@SuperLululu12]

The amazing thing about Brittany is that when she's still struggling and having a hard time she puts on a smile and laughs her way through this episode (as we all do). When I'm struggling or having a bad day I watch her podcast episodes! even on her worst days she pulls through to help us all on our worst days.

[@htcheeto420]

aight since I don’t see anyone else saying this I understand and respect your right to curate your presentation online. I feel the need to stress that although you are not required in any way to make statements about politics, specifically the current situation, the bare minimum you can do is allow people to express their views without censorship within reason. Purposely deleting comments in support of marginalized individuals that may make you uncomfortable or affect your numbers is not behavior that is consistent with your public support of other topics like women’s rights. Parasocial relationships aren’t the issue, people in support of palstne (which I have censored bc of the algorithm) have genuine concerns with your response and double standards that directly affects people’s lives. If education or lack of education is an issue, there are many resources available that we would happily share. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.

[@earthworm11]

what a well-articulated comment, i hope this isn’t deleted. her lack of care, and censorship this past month has really changed my perspective on her morals that she has outspokenly claims she has ..

[@IntergalacticBoner]

I don't think people realize that Brittany didn't delete those comments herself. IG deletes/mutes comments that are spammed over a certain amount of time, like constantly posting emojis or flags. It isn't Brittany, it's Instagram lol and you can thank Taylor Swift for this implementation after that whole snake emoji debacle

[@noodleweeniedog]

​@@earthworm11a thousand percent. In the past she spoke so openly about how important it is to speak out on various issues (trans issues, BLM, women's rights being taken away...), and it's incredibly disappointing for her to completely switch regarding this ongoing g*noc*de. Seeing everybody agree with her is even more disappointing. They praise her no matter what. and that's deeply problematic. I love Brittany so much, and i wish she'd stop running away from the elephant in the room.

[@han01070]

wish so badly for her to say something literally anything about this subject

[@isntittoodreamy]

The lack of other comments about this makes me think she banned certain words or phrases

[@deltafournumbers]

On a road trip and my eyes have been closed and my hands have been off the wheel for HOURS in preparation for this moment. I'm currently being airlifted with life-threatening injuries but that's irrelevant, what matters is that I'm here for my leader

[@22suprstar22]

I have been on a social media detox for a month and a half now. When I did it , I immediately felt relief. So everything you were saying here felt so relatable, like the timing I'm seeing this is crazy. The social media boom has only been for about 10-12 years and it's insane how "weird" it's become as you've said. I've been practicing digital minimalism and getting back to things I loved to do before I got so internet addicted lol. It really is important to take time away and really think about who we are besides the internet persona we curate to show others

[@Maggie_mccann]

Brittany i want to let you know that i have been a front line soldier in the male validation war and i have been dishonorably discharged for constantly asking my boyfriend if he thinks im pretty. I think this is an extreme reaction and would like to go infront of the committee to fight this discharge

[@evasloan2496]

Brittany, you are honestly the highlight of my week and I'm actually about to cry typing this. October has been such a rough month mentally and physically from getting rejected from nursing school, going through a long-term breakup, changing jobs, and not really seeing anyone but my coworkers. You are the one who puts a smile on my face when no one else can. I'm so grateful that you have the platform you have to put joy to not only me but to others as well. When it comes to certain people getting platforms, most of them don't deserve but you are the one who does. I love you so much even though you haven't met me but I just feel such a friendship connection with you. Thank you, Brittany, you are an amazing soul and please keep doing what you're doing.

[@AVspectre]

One foot in front of the other… ❤ Telling myself as much as telling you 😅 What activities bring you joy? My wife and I have recently decided to spend more time doing the hobbies that we both enjoy instead of just spending most of our downtime in front of the telly. We both enjoy making miniatures/kits, but hadn’t done any building in a long time. We decided to pull out a kit we’d only finished about halfway, and worked on it for a couple of hours the other night. It was a small thing but it was really nice to just carve out a small chunk of the day for something that I enjoyed doing and gave me a little window of satisfaction/creativity. I’m looking for work at the moment and may have to accept I may not work in my chosen field despite getting my Masters in it. I know the frustration of thinking you know how the foreseeable future will unfold, only to learn you a particular door you thought was open seems closed. Thinking of ya and sending good vibes! 🤞🌈

[@Zivvios]

Brittany, I'm sure you already know this, but you are such an amazing and inspiring person. These days it feels like I have nothing to look forward to, but every Tuesday morning I get a chance to breathe and laugh. You are such a joy to the world and everyone who brushes your life! It makes me angry and sad that some guy made you feel less than that. No man should ever have the audacity to make a woman, that he could never match, feel bad. You deserve only happiness and success, and for anything else that comes your way, just know Broski Nation will be beside you!! I hope you have a wonderful day ^^

[@angel_daze]

^^

[@emileemorin9290]

Brittany, as a member of the invisible other nation, I would be totally okay if you took a month off! I appreciate you, love your perspective and humor, and want you to feel okay to take space and time for yourself. I wouldn't be able to share that much of my life personally and I feel honored that you do. You're the "Realest". Performing the ritual is definitely weird but yours is genuine, one of a kind, and connective always. ❤ Also, sorry about the La-who Za-her ex. His very obvious and tragic loss haha. Dumb dumb...

[@Saint.3.3.3]

My partner of 16 years has broken me for the last time and cheated. normally i would berate and destroy every semblance of healing I've gained over the past year, but through this podcast and talking with those also who tune in I'm able to breathe and take the pain as it comes while holding on to all that i have gained and come to love. Sometimes life feels like a never ending torrent of misery and numbness but Brittany has taught me there is always a light.

[@mrswagaswaga]

Babe, if it helps, self destruction isn't helping anyone. After traumatic times it's so easy to fall in the dark hole of self destruction, but you are just sabotaging yourself. Like idk, starting to do dru9s. Who tf is that helping? No one and def not u. Even the most chaotic neutral option - "destructing" your trauma perpetrator- is more useful than that. Use the anger, pain and betrayal as a fuel to elevate yourself so much u completely pivot the person u are around, so that u won't recognize this hurt version of you and this sadness. even implementing the smallest change in ur life will make u forget; you will look at yourself in like 2 years and think: "I don't even remember the person I was before doing yoga (example), now I can't imagine living without it!". Shed the pain away from u babe, don't let them win. Life is way too short and we r all gonna die for WW3 soon. U got this

[@nahimgood4]

@@mrswagaswaga You creating this kind and sincere paragraph of advice only to end it with "Life is way too short and we r all gonna die for WW3 soon." is so broski nation coded and ily for that

[@mrswagaswaga]

@@nahimgood4 lmaooo ty babes ive been a long time trooper of broski nation

[@Yuckycarrot]

I know I’m late but it does get better! I know it sounds cliche but you’ll be able to talk about this normally with time with no pain like this. Just another tale of your life, you got this!

[@karizmorgue]

"solidarity costs. you. nothing. think about that. to stand next to someone, and say ‘i agree with what you’re saying’. to say, ‘i recognize your struggle, and i’m here with you. i’m here to lend a helping hand.’ to extend your hand in that sort of like ‘hold my hand and we’re gonna stand in line, and i’m here with you.’ solidarity. costs. nothing." from the river to the fucking sea. 🇵🇸

[@dontbother2knock]

👏👏

[@caleboop1814]

apparently solidarity costs nothing until it actually does. so fucking disappointing. it’s been over a month brittany.

[@algaecake]

I am so disappointed in her

[@yeoisa]

so disappointed but not surprised

[@spkolala]

She sees the comments. To turn your head away from blatant genoc*de is selfish and downright brutal. I can’t enjoy her content and at this point I’m only following to see if she eventually says something.

[@sometimesigetby6952]

Giiiiiirl this is why you’re #1 in my eyes. Things are always fun at first until it becomes a job that takes and takes from you. There’s fans/listeners who understand if you ever step away indefinitely. It’s not a sign of weakness, but of strength imo. Stick it to the man and never let social media take away your essence girl. 100% believe it can be extremely taxing when all eyes are expecting you to be the best and happy and funny & your job is expecting you to bring in money so they can feed their own families. It ain’t a job for the weak! :T

[@Ghostgirl8]

if Brittany ever wanted to pull away from the internet i feel like she would do amazing as a fiction/romance writer! i’ll be there for anything she decides to do

[@Thepeanutcollector]

Fanfiction???

[@kaylaaa333]

I feel like you're the one creator that's so relatable because you are so venerable and open with what's going on in your personal life and I can heavily relate to 80% of it and appreciate what you're doing fr

[@kylemulii]

Her talking about being the persona people obsess over in a parasocial relationship was so scary but so refreshing. It's so enlightening to see that she rlly is one of us who is dealing with this very strangely specific issue just like anyone else would.

[@Itssarahbeck]

This came out at the right time. I’m also very overwhelmed and going through a heartbreak, and feeling like I have a bestie in solidarity is very comforting. Thank you, I love you.

[@MyNameIs21Characters]

Seeing someone like you be able to address hardships in your personal life is so REAL and appreciated. I think we all need to be able to identify ourselves broadly because once a certain identity is threatened we may feel “who am I”, and lose a sense of self and then become overwhelmed with this sentiment. I just watch Dr. Mike do an interview with a psychiatrist and it was very insightful and calmed my head and sense of being overwhelmed. WE LOVE U BRITTANY ❤

[@nahimgood4]

Absolutely agree with this! I once had such a narrow idea of self that when one interest or quality fell through i'd have an existential crisis. Recognizing ourselves how we are, complex and ever-changing, is very important.

[@lindseymeza4305]

I deleted all my social media for six months this past year and honestly, it was great. I found so many things that I wanted to try, things I wanted to ponder, and realized what I actually like!! Also, as a history MA, we are currently talking about what social media will mean as a historical source, and your thoughts are SO pertinent

[@Beckshap22]

I just started the journey of living without social media like 2 weeks ago (which is insanely dramatic to say aloud but when you’ve been on social media for the majority of your life it’s a real thing to struggle being off it) and I struggle with my sense of self but it’s a journey that’ll take a minute to get through but I can already see the benefits of it

[@kayludes]

When you talk about parasocial relationships.. there's a guilt I feel towards the dependency I feel for your content. Myself- like many others, waits for your podcasts and videos and your tiktoks to be posted.. you provide that weekly escapism I crave (from other creators as well), but to what cost of y'all? The creators? I'm very aware of my own mental health as I really started getting into your content when I was looking for a distraction from my postpartum depression.. but to take a step back and imagine the weight creators feel both as a whole and individually when your audience is built up of people like me.. neurodivergent people, those with mental illness, the outliers, people who have gone through their life seeking out happiness to find it in y'all, to depend on creators for dopamine and serotonin and for that 52 minutes out of an exhaustingly long week- things don't seem so bad for us... but the pressure that puts on y'all. I can't even fathom. All this to say, you are seen and heard in what you're conveying to us, Brittany. I think I speak for more than just myself here when I say that your audience (us) cares for you in our own little parasocial way and we're extremely grateful for the sacrifices you go through to provide us with enlightening, eye opening, hilarious content on the regular. We love you Brittany.

[@yaaaaaas8189]

One thing that I just admire about Brittany: she is so incredibly thorough. That is such a gift! I’m so thankful for the way that she’s able to walk people through things. Like when she was talking about para-social relationships; I thought I knew what they were, but Brittany just explained it in a way where I finally *understand* them and can identify where that’s happening in my own life. Even with books, yes! That’s so true. Books, shows, movies - this has been around for forever, and I feel like it’s pretty recent that it’s acknowledged as a relationship that we all experience. We never talked about para-social relationships in school - even in College when I took an Interpersonal Communications and Relationships course! And that occasional strong urge to NEED validation from men... that is so real. Even as a feminist, where I truly believe that men and women are equal, there’s still that societal pressure and expectation. And when that urge hits, it’s a crushing weight.

[@NotQuiteKat]

I went through SO MANY therapists in my life time until i found one that does what you said for me. The way I found her surprisingly was searching “therapist near me” and looking up every place within 15 minutes of me. One place i found had pictures of each of their therapists and a description of their specialties and their approach. All of them were okay until I read one that resonated with me. I went with my gut. Highly recommend you do the same in your search and not stop until you find a good therapist! I promise there is one out there for you!

[@babe_rosss7302]

“We are performing the ritual of ourselves” YES. I needed to hear this now more than ever. When you are the commodity to sell, what happens when we just want to be a person - what if we don’t want to perform, are we still entertaining enough? Some days I want to leave social media but it’s my job so it feels like being trapped. Big love Broski nation ❤

[@rachelstrollo3919]

I’m a therapist and the core of what we’re taught is to not tell clients what to do and especially to not judge them, but I know it’s frustrating when you feel like you’re needing more direction. I hope you find what you’re looking for! I’ve heard of many directive therapists but i would not agree with most of the advice they give, remember that they’re people too and they don’t know everything!!! Ily supreme leader

[@glitch804]

Brittany, I So encourage you to get the reduction! Getting a breast reduction was literally the best thing I've ever done for my physical and mental wellbeing. I used to be a 36H, the only store in my hometown that sold bras that big was the sex store (and I was like 14 having to shop there) Aside from no longer being in pain, I feel more connected to my body, like this is more my body than it ever was before surgery. I also don't feel the weird constant societal sexualization of my body near as much, so I can finally sexualize them my damn self. It's the most empowering thing I've done. AND I CAN JUMP NOW

[@degrassiluverz96]

same same it is honestly the best feeling!! it’s weird to be able to work out and not feel so uncomfortable. congrats on getting it! 💞

[@k8tybug]

brittany i am going through a really tough time, including dealing w/breaking up with my boyfriend of 4 years. you dont know how much it means to me to know that i am not alone. its so hard, i am not sure who im supposed to be, what i am supposed to be doing. idk it takes alot of courage and vulnerability to be as honest as you are. i laughed so hard during this video and also bawled my eyes out. thank you for being you

[@hailSithis4693]

From a fellow big titted woman, I appreciate what you create SO much. I live in a religious republican retirement town and have zero friends, and listening to your podcast feels like I am listening to a friend who gets it. Also your make up is STUN-ING! Thanks for just being you. It makes me feel like it's okay to just be me.

[@YistheRumGon]

You know you’re approaching 30 when you come to realize the system is truly broken and cheap. I wish Brittany the best and I hope she stays true to herself and doesn’t question that too much. It’s not you, Brittany, trust. We’re here for YOU. Not your clout or just one side of you.

[@Chiara.o.o]

Update after listening this episode: Brittany, you're so incredibly aware ad intelligent, I trust that you'll find the best way to live thought this new world you're in. We cannot even imagine what you're going though but as you make us all feel so safe and understood I wish we could do the same to you. We truly value the time you give us but I bet everyone who's your fan wishes that you live this experience in the best way possible, so pls don't do anything that you don't feel like doing cause the best thing about your content is your genuineness, that I bet will stay forever the same as long as you'll enjoy what you're doing... So take you're time if you need to, the people who love you (like I do) will understand ❤️ (hopefully I didn't make any mistakes writing this 'cause I'm Italian and I've never wrote something like this 😖) Ps. I *NEED* THIS PODCAST MERCH !!!

[@beargrindinger7757]

i’m so glad you said this about TT and dopamine. i have been suffering ab this. nothing bringing me joy like it used to. i’m having fun then i’m devastated. i don’t see my mind in this world. my heart, my kindness, my EARNESTY and empathy, i rarely see in the world. then i listen to you talk about being in love with being human and i think oh my god finally SOMEONE gets it! thanks for saying this. i don’t know what to do. my dopamine receptors are pleading for help

[@Juliamh2222]

❤️ Regarding the talk about parasocial relationships.. if you ever need to set boundaries with us, please do. True supporters will still be here because we truly respect you and want the best for you. We live you because of what you’ve done for us, even if it’s just making a person chuckle a couple times. I live far from home and find myself getting swallowed by work often. The best way I know how to reset is just to go home for a weekend and lounge with my parents. It grounds me. I hope you find your footing Brittany🫶

[@yaminyee8703]

Britney I think you are the type who transcends.. JOBS, PLACEMENT, TITLE and trying to find place in one form of medium when you are so talented in almost every aspect of art feels weird. You’re an influencer but you are so much more and you show so much more, so that’s probably why you feel you aren’t fit to be where you are. But you are. You fit EVERYWHERE. There’s space for YOU everywhere.

[@maddie-wm2bo]

Ms Broski I 1000% mean this when I say it: I have never felt so seen, heard, and validated as when I'm listening to you speak. I genuinely want to put myself out there more because I see you and all of Broski Nation's citizens and I see a reflection of myself, how my brain works, and my sense of humor. I genuinely worry about you too, because I know how overwhelmed I get just existing in the world without the public eye on me. So much love for you!!! Take care❤❤❤

[@goobgoobgoobgoobgoobgoob]

As a fan I often feel demeaned or shamed for the excitement I have towards someone I don’t even know & haven’t met. You understand what it truly feels like to love something so much you wouldn’t be the same without it. You respect us as fans. That’s not something I have ever felt in my parasocial relationships. You humanize us in ways we don’t see often from people in your same position. It makes me feel less like a worshipper & more like a friend. & that’s why you are my favorite creator. You have a high opinion of your fans. & it makes me as a fan want to live up to that. It’s how it should be.

[@Huhhuhwhuhuhh]

If you wrote a book on your experiences or literally anything else I would read that without putting it down once. You are so engaging and intelligent.

[@BukeyBoy]

It is so refreshing to hear someone talk about what we’re all thinking. Social media is so overwhelming. I put a time limit on tiktok last week for the first time, and I am about to delete it entirely. I can’t do it anymore. I’m simultaneously addicted, and also hate it

[@crysteltheriault6606]

I deleted tik tok, i felt like i had seen it all and i dont miss it really

[@hello6775_ava]

only a minute in and already struggling following her train of thought but i’m loving it!!

[@screamingXskittles]

You’re a beautiful soul and I’m so grateful to have someone on this platform that is so authentic and grounded. You truly make the days of so many people. We support you no matter what and truly only want you to be happy, whatever that looks like for you. Always rooting for you!

[@bebobyler]

The way that this is the one podcast I always watch as soon as it comes out

[@Stankoniabegonia]

It's crazy watching her go through her twenties seemingly very similar to how I did. Just in mindset shifts and closing the loop on certain concepts

[@laurenfoley2570]

it’s crazy how not only are our social media presences performative, but i notice in myself and in my peers, especially in college, that our real social presences are becoming more and more performative. Of course, everyone can be a little fake at times, but it’s almost as if there is an innate fear to be oneself fully and completely and that’s what I love about Brittany, that she is authentic even on social media.

[@kaitlynkite]

@@ilykataraeven if she doesn’t or she used the wrong term i still understand her point

[@laurenfoley2570]

⁠​⁠@@ilykatarai was sharing my thoughts about what Brittany was saying at 31:18

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

I've met so many REAL LIFE people in COLLEGE who will tell me "Oh you like Harry Potter? Uh... you KNOW JK Rowling is problematic, right?" (as if my autistic bisexual transgender activist ass didn't know). And then they go on and on about their interests that are much, MUCH worse (and literally all of them eat at Chick-fil-a?? like even I don't do that). I don't think there's anything wrong with having an opinion, such as disliking a series based on PERSONAL PREFERENCE, but when their opinions depend so heavily on what social media tells them to think, THAT is when they become fake and performative. People will do and say the most HURTFUL shit to you, regardless of what you have to say, just because "the internet told me so". The internet can teach us so many things, and yet it seems like people aren't learning anything at all... and man, it makes this world feel lonelier. Sorry for that big ass paragraph. I know it seems personal, but to me it's my way of saying pop culture gets shitted on so heavily that cancel culture is seeping into REAL LIFE. Social media addiction is causing so much shit irl that I thought ONLY existed online (in terms of beefing with strangers). I quit using social media years ago to escape that black-and-white, fake way of thinking, and now it's following me into my real life!! Wtf!! (EDIT: I also meant to add that it's this toxic mentality of "it's either this or that, and also you're wrong no matter what" type of thinking that is causing people to be afraid of being themselves, as you had said. We can't innocently enjoy things anymore because, believe it or not, nobody is perfect and there is ALWAYS going to be a reason to cancel someone. It almost works like anxiety in the sense that when your mind tells you something is wrong, you do something twice as bad to avoid the "wrong" thing. I've experienced so much ableism and sexism and transphobia from "woke" people all because of ONE book series I enjoy. ONE. It's so bullshit. Thank God for people like Brittany, who love selflessly and selfishly. She could teach these mfs a lot.)

[@deltafournumbers]

​@@ilykataraPerformative means "related to performance." It doesn't just pertain to performative activism, anything that is done as a performance rather than authentic reality is performative. So yeah I 100% agree, social media is a performance

[@sophieshearer6193]

Thank you for this episode Brittany. The para social anxiety hit hard because I’ve subconsciously been feeling like that for YEARS, thank you for clarifying what it actually was. ALSO, yes I would absolutely buy your merch!! You need to do a line of Broski MuMu’s PLEEEASE❤️

[@angela1804]

Also am genuinely so happy whenever Brittany talks about someone she’s been a fan of mentioning her or her having a really great opportunity, WE’RE SO PROUD OF LORD BROSKI

[@hilbillythegoat]

BRITTANY I NEED YOU😂…to know that your presence on this platform is enriching, informative, and courageous. The GUTS it takes to consciously bare your soul week after week is rejuvenating and entrancing! There is NO creator I know that can drag me into their mind palace and have me sitting and listening attentively like you. What you do is greatly appreciated by me. Your humour and laugh is infectious and really one of the joys I get the honour of experiencing! Thank you Brittany for your honesty your bravery to tell me what’s on your mind I really do love it🌞🧚🏿‍♀️ also you look delicious! Smile yum! Hair yum ! Eye make up scrumptious 😋 !

[@PinkSheep-vj8pq]

WE NEEEEEEEDDDDDD

[@rosiegal33]

You truely make the world a better place with your perspective, insight and humour 💖

[@Vb34567]

Thank you so much for talking about these topics. Listening to you talk about serious issues while also being funny and capturing the viewers attention is such an experience. I identify with you so much and having a creator like you talk about these issues is so important. I would love to sit down with you and have a genuine discussion about these issues because not too many people want to talk about them / are unable to have deep conversations about them. You are my favorite person on the internet. Thank you

[@70wontons]

you described it how i never could, this is why shes one of my favorite creators ❤

[@noodlevod]

Boycotting and calling your government officials helps!! please!!

[@zee5060]

ive been struggling so so SO much recently with mental health. im exhausted of the way life works rn but ill tell u this brittany brings me so much joy even when im at rock fucking bottom this woman can make me cry laugh…… we love u sm brittany its okay to feel horrid! thank u for being here for so many people including me 💗💗💗💗

[@taylorgamez2973]

Brittany I can’t imagine what a strange experience it is to be in your seat. But thank you for invading my earbuds every week. You truly are one of the people that I don’t know, but makes my day better just by sharing what you do. It reminds me of how growing up I would watch Jenna Marbles and she would just be herself and it would help me get through this dystopian reality we’re in. Whatever you decide to do, im grateful to have gotten to see you pop off about whatever you got going on 🤪 thank you girl. 💜 -a broski nation resident

[@cynimations4662]

From the river to sea🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@tobiascampbell6693]

love the podcast. love you. use your platform to speak on the genocide of the gazans. i think a lot of the discourse going on in Tiktok about your platform is critiquing the silence, when you said you would never stay silent on political topics because of your allyship to marginalized people. i understand taking time to think of the "perfect response" but it has been a month. obviously we cant address every social issue, but this is one of, if not, the most televised genocide of people in history. love you

[@alecia3784]

Brittany, if you need a break, honestly take one! I know you probably wont see this in the SEA of comments but we support you girl! If you’re overwhelmed its completely understandable to take time to yourself! We love you!! (obviously in a parasocial way, but in a way nonetheless)

[@deltafournumbers]

Especially with the shit she's dealing with in her comments on other platforms right now. I would totally respect it if she takes like a month off, the internet is not treating her well right now

[@jakabbailey6654]

Agreed!

[@lunarmadz6490]

Been needing to listen to this podcast while I’m getting ready, while I eat my lunch, on the drive home for work, the first hour home from work to decompress … just simply need it to vibe through life 😂❤

[@laylamills8982]

Brittany, no matter WHAT you talk about, it’s interesting. I think everyone else agrees too. You could literally give us a history lesson (which you actually have taught me a lot about certain artists/authors) and I’m locked in. It’s a gift!

[@transideo]

brittany this was so uplifting. i hope you know how happy we all are just to listen.