In this episode of Girl Boss Red Flags, Erin and Tay dive into the shady world of pay-to-play visibility scams with publicist Brooke Young. Brooke spills the tea on her own experiences—both personal and professional—and breaks down how these scams take advantage of people’s wallets and emotions. 

They chat about spotting red flags, avoiding sketchy deals, and what actually works when it comes to getting legit media features and speaking gigs. From the truth about paid media to building real visibility the right way, this convo is packed with must-know tips to help you make smart moves for your business.

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CHAPTERS

00:52 Brooke's Background and Pay to Play Scams

01:55 Heartbreaking Stories of Pay to Play Victims

04:09 The Normalization of Pay to Play in Coaching

15:30 The Illusion of Credibility in Paid Media

18:55 Red Flags and Consumer Awareness

34:53 Foundations for Successful Media Engagement

42:56 Where to Find Brooke

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Some of the topics that we talk about in this episode may be triggering or distressing. If you find yourself experiencing strong emotions at any point during listening, please do what you need to do to take care of yourself. Secondly, nothing that we discuss in this episode constitutes legal, medical, or professional mental health advice. We are not lawyers, we are not doctors, and we are not clinical mental health professionals. If you think that you or someone you know may have been scammed, please consult the relevant professionals so that you can get the advice that you need for your situation.