The Truth About Influencer Culture, Success, and Motherhood with Jo Piazza

In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author, journalist, and podcaster Jo Piazza to dive deep into what it really takes to navigate creative success, modern womanhood, and the publishing world. Jo shares the inspiration behind her prolific writing career, including how she uncovers women historically forgotten by time—like her deep dive into the story of "Joe Van Gogh." Together, we pull back the curtain on the realities of influencer culture, the pressure of social media metrics, and how AI is shifting the creative landscape. Jo also offers candid insights on balancing a high-powered creative career with motherhood, establishing healthy boundaries, and why viewing success as a long-term strategy—rather than chasing short-term viral moments—is the key to lasting fulfillment. Order The Parisian Heist - https://amzn.to/4fub6sH Follow Jo- @jopiazzaauthor https://www.instagram.com/jopiazzaauthor/ Follow me: Instagram: @sabrinabendory - https://www.instagram.com/sabrinabendory/ @youwillbeokpodcast https://www.instagram.com/youwillbeokpodcast/ #DatingAdvice #RelationshipAdvice 00:00: Introduction and Inspiration03:38: The Journey of Writing and Storytelling06:38: Women in History and the Art World09:36: Balancing Career and Motherhood12:20: Career Milestones and Self-Perception15:24: The Impact of Influencer Culture18:17: The Future of AI in Influencer Culture27:32: Navigating AI Sensitivity in Writing28:42: The Impact of AI on Authors29:50: Adapting to Change in the Creative Industry31:41: The Role of AI in Creative Work34:06: The Fast-Paced Evolution of Content Creation37:50: Success vs. Happiness in Creative Careers40:58: The Influence of Social Media on Perceptions of Success43:11: The Reality Behind Success Stories48:03: The Long Game in Publishing #influencerculture #creativesuccess #motherhood #JoPiazza #AI #socialmedia #publishing #womeninhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/you-will-be-ok/episodes/6a62d63cfe24020c5b15093c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices