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The Pile-On

Clare Stephens
Mental Health
Internet Pile-On
Public Outrage
Online Harassment
Cheek Media
Internet Outrage
Kamala Harris
Politics
Digital Harassment
Social Media
Dehumanization
Charlie Kirk
Suicide Prevention
Indigenous Rights
2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Family Support
Public Debate
Social Media Outrage
Feminism
Rugby League

The Pile-On is a podcast about what happens when the internet turns on you. Each episode, we go beyond the hot takes, beyond the comment sections, into what many describe as one of the most brutal, isolating, suffocating experiences of their lives. You’ve seen the outrage. Now hear what it’s like at the bottom.

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Latest Episodes

Sophie Cachia knows what it’s like to be piled on on the internet. She’s been sharing her life online for 13 years — first as a blogger, then an influencer and now an entrepreneur and author. Over that time she’s learnt to live with the constant crit... more

Marlee Silva was 24 and on the cusp of a national book tour when her phone lit up—for all the wrong reasons. One accusation—branding her a “late-identifying” Aboriginal woman—ignited a vicious online pile-on. Overnight, friends fell silent, brands cu... more

Listen to part 1 of Clare's conversation with Hannah here.

On a Thursday morning in Australia, news breaks that far-right US activist Charlie Kirk has been shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. Hours later, Hannah Ferguson — CEO of Cheek Me... more

Listen to part 2 of Clare's conversation with Hannah here.

When Cheek Media co-founder Hannah Ferguson posted a video supporting Kamala Harris in 2024, she didn’t expect it to spark one of the most painful pile-ons of her career. What began as criti... more

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Recent Guests

Marlee Silva
Gamilaroi and Dungutti storyteller and NRL sideline reporter
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Episode: Marlee Silva’s career collapsed with a single notification
Hannah Ferguson
CEO of Cheek Media, a progressive platform
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Episode: Part 2: After the last few weeks, Hannah Ferguson is not okay.

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Clare Stephens
Author and host, known for addressing complex societal issues and individual narratives through personal storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 260 ratings
  • Fantastic!

    The interview with Sophie Cacia was fantastic Sophie you are amazing your resilience and strength is inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Massey168
    Australia4 days ago
  • Unique!!Brilliant!!

    Great podcast. Very balanced and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bmallllll
    Australia4 days ago
  • Brilliant stories

    Than you for bringing these people’s stories to us

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    055AB
    Australia5 days ago
  • Gammin 4 Gammin

    The marlee silva episode is embarrassing. She still gonna sit here 5 years later and gaslight Black women after been given the opportunity to yarn with community but chose to block us all instead?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tameeka Tighe
    Australia5 days ago
  • Love

    Such a clever and interesting podcast. Loving the guests and discussion so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke.Alyssa
    Australia7 days ago

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Marlee Silva’s career collapsed with a single notification
Q: What was the darkest moment for you?
A day when I had to sleep in my dad's bed because I was scared of what I might do to myself.
Marlee Silva’s career collapsed with a single notification
Q: What did the late identifying accusation mean to you?
It was frustrating and false; it undermined my identity.
Part 2: After the last few weeks, Hannah Ferguson is not okay.
Q: What happened and how have you been?
Hannah describes being in the middle of a larger pile-on after Charlie Kirk's assassination, detailing how her commentary sparked significant backlash and threats.

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Exploring the dark side of online interactions, listeners are invited to hear personal stories from individuals who have been subjected to intense public scrutiny and harassment. Topics include the effects of digital harassment, mental health struggles, and the complexities of navigating public opinion in today's social media landscape. Notable guests share their experiences dealing with public outrage, the emotional toll of being targeted, and the importance of community and resilience in overcoming these challenges. The conversations aim to provide context to the often-dehumanizing nature of internet culture and reflect on the profound impacts on individuals' lives as they reclaim their narratives.

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