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Sloan HooksInterviewExclusiveQ: You gained 100,000 subscribers in just one week during the pandemic. What was that experience like, and how did you handle the sudden influx of attention?A: Gaining that many subscribers so quickly was surreal. It was a mix of excitement and pressure, but in the best way possible. I%u2019ve always focused on building a community, so seeing so many people connect with my content during such a challenging time was incredibly rewarding. It reaffirmed that people crave honest, in-depth conversations. I managed the attention by staying grounded and focused on my core mission%u2014sharing the truth and giving a voice to stories that often go unheard.Q: As someone who has now built a reputation as a reliable insider, how do you manage and protect your sources while maintaining your integrity?A: Protecting my sources is my top priority. Trust is everything in this industry, and I%u2019m very careful about maintaining that trust. It%u2019s a delicate balance, but I always prioritize integrity and transparency. If telling a story compromises a source%u2019s safety or trust, I either find another way to present the information or wait until the right time.Q: Your podcast %u201cLet%u2019s Get Into It%u201d focuses on survivors and those frustrated with how they%u2019re portrayed in the media. What drives your passion for giving these voices a platform?A: I%u2019ve always been drawn to stories that mainstream media overlooks. Survivors, especially, deserve to have their voices heard without being sensationalized or dismissed. My passion comes from wanting to create change%u2014whether by challenging media portrayals or shining a light on injustices. My goal is to provide a platform where people can tell their truths, unfiltered and without judgment. It%u2019s all about fostering empathy and awareness.Q: You%u2019ve interviewed several well-known figures like Holly Madison and Manny MUA. What was one of your most memorable interviews, and why?A: One of my most memorable interviews was with Holly Madison. Growing up, I watched The Girls Next Door, so sitting down with her and hearing her raw, unfiltered truth about her experiences at the Playboy Mansion was surreal. It was eye-opening and emotional, and my audience really connected with her story in a new way. Moments like that, where someone opens up and changes the narrative, stick with me.Q: Moving from Virginia to Florida, then to West Hollywood, how have these different environments influenced your approach to content creation?A: Each move brought something new to my work. Growing up in Virginia made me appreciate the power of storytelling. In Florida, I had a bigger stage to explore pop culture, and by the time I moved to West Hollywood, I was ready to dive into the heart of the entertainment industry. Being in LA has sharpened my instincts%u2014I%u2019m in the middle of everything, which keeps me inspired to dig deeper into pop culture..98 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 57