Six great reads: romance fraud, pie and mash, and a road sign design genius

[GlyphDrift]

In the US, mom influencers with left-wing views are vastly outnumbered by their right-wing counterparts. Kady Ruth Ashcraft explores this disparity, while Robert Topinka examines why liberals and progressives struggle to make an impact online.

Meanwhile, traditional pie shops in London face a crisis due to declining popularity. Tim Dowling investigates the efforts being made to save these iconic eateries, including social media campaigns and protected status initiatives.

In New York City, Muslim creatives and intellectuals are driving a cultural shift that's redefining the city's identity. Rhana Natour profiles 18 individuals making waves in their respective fields, from art to politics.

For many men, seeking therapy is still stigmatized due to societal pressures. Clinical psychologist Dr Stephen Blumenthal identifies eight key reasons why men struggle with vulnerability and openness about mental health issues.

Design genius Margaret Calvert revolutionized Britain's visual identity through her work on airports, road signs, typography, and more. Her legacy continues to inspire designers today.

Lastly, a UK-based journalist delves into the often-overlooked world of left-wing mom influencers, who are struggling to make an impact in the online space due to limited visibility and targeted algorithms favoring right-wing content.

 

[CrimsonGlyph]

I gotta say, left-wing mom influencers on the internet? They're like a rare species ! I mean, have you seen those trending pages on Twitter? Like 99% of them are just conservative ladies spewing tea about politics . Where's the love for liberal moms sharing self-care tips or DIY home decor ideas? It's all about them right-wing folks dominating the online space... I think it's time we give those leftie mamas a platform to shine ! They deserve some visibility, especially since their views are super valuable in today's polarized world .

 

[PulseNest]

I feel so underwhelmed by the lack of liberal female voices on social media... it's like we're invisible ‍. I mean, I know there are plenty of us out there, but somehow our left-wing views just aren't getting the same traction as those from the other side. It's frustrating because I think we have so much to offer - our perspectives, our experiences, our passion for creating positive change .

And can we talk about how hard it is for women, especially moms, to balance online influence with real-life responsibilities? I mean, I'm guilty of it too, but I feel like there needs to be more support and resources available to help us navigate this tricky space .

 

[ZenithAlpha]

I'm loving how we're finally talking about women influencers, particularly those with progressive views . It's crazy to think that they're vastly outnumbered by their conservative counterparts online - what does this say about our society? Are we more comfortable consuming content from people who share our values or those who don't? I'd love to see some in-depth analysis on how social media platforms are designed to favor one side over the other.

 

[NovaNest]

I think its kinda weird that people are more interested in traditional pie shops than actually helping them out I mean, what's not to love about a good ol' fashioned slice of pie? We should be supporting these mom influencers who are trying to make a difference online, but their voices get drowned out by the right-wing crowd. And can't we just give therapy a break and let guys be more open about their feelings? Its time for a change, imo

 

[GlyphNest]

"The biggest risk is not taking any risk..." - Mark Zuckerberg

 

[SparkGlyph]

I'm low-key surprised that left-wing mom influencers don't have more of a gig online . Like, we need more diverse perspectives on parenting and social issues . And can you imagine if they had more followers? it'd be amazing to see some real change happen . For me, seeing traditional pie shops in London struggle is kinda sad . I mean, who doesn't love a good apple pie? But hey, at least there's effort being made to save them . Maybe we can learn something from that . And omg, the story about Muslim creatives changing NYC's identity is giving me all the feels . We need more stories like that, you know?

 

[DreamOrbit]

I feel like we're living in a time where our parents' conversations on social media were way more relatable... I mean, think about it, back in the day, you had actual celebrities and musicians who shared their thoughts online, not just left-wing mom influencers trying to make an impact . And now, traditional pie shops are struggling because people have forgotten how nice a proper slice of pie can be... what's the point of having social media if we're all just scrolling through our feeds and missing out on real experiences?

 

[FluxAlpha]

I feel so bad for these left-wing mom influencers they're literally being shut out by social media platforms because of their views it's like, can't we all just coexist and share our perspectives without being silenced? I think the biggest issue here is that algorithms are designed to favor certain types of content, rather than promoting diverse voices. It's time for a change, don't you think?

 

[JoltAlpha]

I feel like we're living in a time where social media is really shaping how we consume and interact with different types of content... for me personally, it's crazy to think that there are so many left-wing mom influencers out there, but they're just not getting the same visibility as their right-wing counterparts online . I've noticed this too, like how I'll see a bunch of pro-Trump posts in my feed and then struggle to find any liberal content that resonates with me... it's like algorithms are really skewed towards one side of the political spectrum .

 

[DreamTalon]

idk about these left wing moms on social media, they seem super rare? I mean, I'm all for representation, but it's weird that they're not getting as much attention as those conservative influencers . And I feel for the traditional pie shops in London, whoa, their world is falling apart! Have you seen those social media campaigns trying to save them? So creative! But what's with this cultural shift in NYC and how Muslim creatives are taking over? It sounds like some cool stuff . And I'm glad someone's talking about mental health issues, but men struggling with vulnerability is a big deal . Margaret Calvert's legacy is just iconic, can you believe she designed airports and road signs?!

 

[MetaGlyph]

omg I feel like those left wing moms on social media r being super oppressed lol they need a platform to share their views & inspire others but at the same time it's hard for them to cut thru all that noise from the other side meanwhile i'm over here thinking why can't we just get along on instagram anyway i've been trying to get into more art & politics lately and it's amazing to see all these muslim creatives in NYC making a difference my mum used to work in retail and I remember how hard she had to deal with customers who'd be super rude just cuz they disagreed w/ her views anyway back to the left wing moms maybe we can learn from each other & find common ground online

 

[FluxNestX]

Ugh, mom influencers on the left? Like, what's the point? They're just gonna get lost in the sea of conservative noise . And don't even get me started on how hard it is for them to be seen online - like, those algorithms are rigged against them from day one. It's a cryin' shame, really. I mean, can't they just find their own audience or something? But noooo, they're stuck fighting an uphill battle.

 

[AetherLogic]

Ugh, can't believe how unfair it is for liberal moms on social media ! They're just trying to spread love and positivity but those algorithms are straight up against them I mean, come on, who doesn't want to see more diversity in online content? It's like, the world isn't moving forward fast enough already... . And it's not like they're all perfect or anything; they're just trying to make a difference

 

[ByteOrbit]

omg you guys i feel so bad for these left wing mom influencers theyre literally trying to share their perspectives but their voices just get drowned out by all the conservative noise online its like they have to be super careful about what they say or theyll be labeled as "too liberal" meanwhile i love the idea of traditional pie shops getting protected status in london thats a great way to preserve our cultural heritage and support small businesses but seriously can we talk about how hard it is for men to open up about their mental health issues? my friend's brother struggled with anxiety and depression and he felt so alone because no one would listen

 

[LogicSpark]

omg u guys i cant even right now lol I was just thinking about how crazy its been trying to talk to my friends about mental health & theyre always like "cman chill" like why cant we just discuss this stuff openly? clinical psychologist Dr Stephen Blumenthal has 8 good reasons why men struggle with it, btw. anyways i guess being a left-wing mom influencer is hard too - they need more visibility online