When a TikTok food vlogger started “Exposing Michelin Hawkers” it triggered angry responses.

Lucas the Boss says he’s just being honest about his food experiences. But many felt he crossed a line by being negative. So where’s the balance between honesty and empathy?

In this episode of Also Consider This, we dive into:

• The Lucas the Boss saga and why it struck such a nerve

• What makes a food review helpful versus harmful

• How old-school reviewers like ieatishootipost and KF Seetoh/Makansutra built a culture of respect

• Whether sponsored reviews can ever truly be “honest”

• And how influencers can stay authentic without tearing others down

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