This week on the Teen Trendsetters Podcast, I’m joined by Peja—actress, model, recording artist, and digital creator with over 1 billion YouTube views and 175 million TikTok views in the past year.

In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow as a creator while staying true to yourself. Peja shares honest insight on confidence, authenticity, and balancing multiple creative passions in today’s fast-moving digital world. This conversation is inspiring, real, and packed with takeaways for teens and parents alike.

What We Talk About:

• How Peja got started and what pushed her to take her creativity seriously
• Balancing acting, modeling, music, and content creation
• Staying authentic while building a massive online platform
• Handling criticism and protecting your confidence
• Using your voice and platform to inspire others
• Behind-the-scenes moments from her music and creative projects
• What’s next for Peja, including new music and upcoming acting work

This episode is all about believing in yourself, staying grounded, and continuing to grow—both on and off the screen.

Stay connected with Peja:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peja
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pejaanne/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pejaandmom

Stay Connected with Me:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthew_actor_model/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewrodriguezactor 

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