We dive into the story of Maria Delgado, whose family restaurant became ground zero for a viral TikTok controversy after an edited video suggested racist service practices. The episode chronicles how a 30-second clip led to protests, vandalism, and near-bankruptcy, despite later evidence revealing crucial missing context. Through interviews with Maria, former employees, and even the original TikTok creator, we examine the speed of social media justice, the challenge of presenting nuance in viral moments, and the long-term impact on small business owners caught in the crossfire of digital outrage.

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