EP17: Influencer Gone Wild

Published: June 21, 2023, 4 a.m.

This headlining case of the England-based TikTok star Mahek Bukhari, which is being tried in court NOW (at the time in which this episode was recorded), is truly astonishing.\xa0 The twists and turns involved in this outrageous case are mind-blowing and reveal the grave lengths that this social media figure has taken in order to preserve her spotlight on the global stage.\xa0 We've all seen the tremendous reach that social influencers have today.\xa0 It\u2019s difficult to avoid their kitschy ads (pumpkin spiced latte in hand) pushing skincare products, weight loss supplements, detox teas, and the answer to all of our prayers.\xa0 Whether through video reels, stories, posts or live streams, the public is inundated with social influencers trying to....well, influence us. And those who are able to do this successfully stand to make millions of dollars through brand sponsorships and advertisements.\xa0 As such, the stakes are high and many would likely do whatever it takes to stay on top.\xa0 Sadly, this notion was made abundantly clear by Bukhari who, in February of 2022, was involved in a double-homicide along with multiple other defendants, including her own mother.\xa0 Two young lives were tragically lost in a horrific manner as a result of Bukhari's effort to bury some delicate information that stood to threaten, damage or even destroy her public image.\xa0 We'll walk you through the facts of this case, the players involved, and the progress of the trial...because it is truly devastating.\xa0 Stay current with us on this one and tune in to hear about an Influencer Gone Wild.\n Instagram: @psychopediapod @tank.sinatra @investigatorslater\n E-mail: psychopediapod@gmail.com\n Website: www.psychopediapodcast.com\n \nTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy\n \n Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices