Episode 42: Coco Mocoe - Cracking the Code of Influence

Episode 42: Coco Mocoe - Cracking the Code of Influence

Author: Kwame Appiah & Scott Sutton May 21, 2025 Duration: 56:27
Coco Mocoe is a content creator, marketing strategist, and podcast host known for her sharp insights into pop culture, digital trends, and the creator economy. Through her TikTok account, she’s built a following of over 1.1 million, delivering viral commentary on marketing, media, and the ever-evolving landscape of influence—making her a trusted voice among creators and brands alike. In this episode, Coco reflects on her early career days at Famous Names and Buzzfeed, how to actually get a br...

Hosted by Kwame Appiah, a content creator known from Netflix's Love is Blind, and Scott Sutton, the CEO behind the popular social media management platform Later, Beyond Influence is a conversation about where our digital culture is headed. This podcast moves past the surface-level hype to examine the real forces shaping how we connect and consume online, arguing that influencer marketing isn't just a trend but a fundamental shift in media. Each episode brings in leading creators and the brand marketers who work with them, focusing on the personal stories behind the profiles-the risks taken, the failures encountered, and the strategies that actually work. You'll hear candid discussions about the business realities, the creative process, and the unexpected ways this space intersects with broader culture, entertainment, and news. It’s a look at the human element driving a multi-billion dollar industry, offering listeners a genuine understanding of the landscape from two insiders with very different vantage points. Tune into Beyond Influence for a nuanced exploration of the people and ideas defining the future of social media, far beyond the likes and follows.
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