"Pay to Play: OnlyFans, Loneliness, and the Cost of Companionship"

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In this thought-provoking episode of The Higher Point, we dive deep into the world of OnlyFans, a platform that's redefining digital relationships and raising critical questions about the price of intimacy. Is OnlyFans empowering, exploitative, or somewhere in between? With a cohost who’s an insider himself—GiGi Luigi, a male creator catering to women on the platform—we explore both sides of the phenomenon.

Launched in 2016, OnlyFans began as a subscription-based platform for all types of creators but quickly became synonymous with adult content. Today, it boasts over 200 million users, with men spending vast amounts to seek what they believe are personalized connections. Yet, is this connection real, or merely a transactional illusion? As we discuss the origins, evolution, and impact of OnlyFans, we uncover troubling truths about  ...