Episode 20: Cécilia Jourdan Gets Muddy About Boundaries with Social Media

Into The Mud Podcast

Social media is a double-edged sword, offering creators a platform to celebrate creativity, build community, and connect with audiences in meaningful ways. However, it also opens the door to privacy violations and unchecked access, blurring the lines between personal and public life. French-American creator, Cécilia Jourdan, knows about this experience intimately. Rapidly rising to social media fame with her Instagram page @HelloFrenchNYC during the pandemic has proven to be a great challenge for Cécilia. The past four years have brought many remarkable gifts, but she has since been trying to find a balance between authentic engagement while also protecting her well-being in an environment where boundaries are easily crossed.
Bio: Cécilia Jourdan co-founded Hello French with her wife, which started as an Instagram account during the pandemic in 2020 (@hellofrenchnyc, with an audience of 1.4 million followers). She makes learning French engaging and fun, but what sets her apart is her commitment to authenticity and inclusivity. She addresses essential topics - often with humor, such as mental health and women’s rights, ensuring that her approach to learning French is not just about language but also about fostering a more inclusive and empathetic society.
Cécilia’s Social Media: @HelloFrenchNYC and www.HelloFrenchNYC.com

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Your Hosts: Alex Kumin (@Alex.Kumin) and Drew King (@DrewKingNYC). Audio mixed by Sarah Webb (@SWAudioPost). Filmed and recorded in the Barrow Lounge at @TheMalin West Village.
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