The speaker discusses the controversy surrounding hate speech on social media and the different reactions people have to it.
The minimum age for social media use should be around 15-16 to err on the side of caution, especially considering that boys tend to use physical violence to solve problems and social media does not facilitate that. Parents with teenage children can read "The Coddling of the American Mind" by Jonathan Haight for additional insights.
Exploring the early days of social media through the people who lived it, and revisiting the story of Myspace.
The speaker discusses their personal experience with using TikTok and how they curate their feed to learn and be inspired, while also reflecting on the larger impact of certain industries on society.
The host encourages listeners to tag him in their TikTok videos for a chance to be featured, and shares his love for wearing socks and sandals while eating hot, bagged sandwiches like White Castle.
This snippet from an episode unpacks the spectacle of private jets on social media and how being “unrelatable” doesn’t necessarily equate to losing favor with your audience.
The demand for more truth and accountability from platforms like Facebook or Twitter is increasing, similar to institutions like the New York Times. However, there is a need for platforms that provide counterweights to statements made such as those by Joe Rogan.
The host and guest discuss how to handle negative comments and trolls on social media, stressing the importance of not internalizing them and realizing that they are often coming from a place of insecurity or jealousy.
Social media can give everyday people a false sense of importance, making individuals feel like they are being watched and cared for when, in reality, their content may not be as important to others as they think.
Utah recently passed a package of laws that fundamentally change how children and teens use social media, making them safer online. These laws go further than any other in the U.S. and may be indicative of where the country is headed collectively in terms of online safety regulation.
A deputy's social media presence is scrutinized after he is questioned by a lawyer representing the family of a man who died in his custody.
The speaker reflects on how social media and public appearances affect people's perception of their confidence and how it can be misleading.
Researchers found that individuals who carry certain variants in oxytocin and oxytocin receptor genes seek out more social interactions on social media platforms, as evidenced by a social desirability index.
In this episode, the host shares a personal story about seeking revenge on someone who annoyed her on social media, and how it reminded her of a soap opera quote.
A discussion on how individuals seek out specific key people on social media platforms to follow their talking points and take cues from them, resulting in the spread of specific party lines and language throughout mainstream media outlets.
The podcast hosts discuss the chicken or the egg conundrum when it comes to celebrities and social media. They mention artists like Macklemore, Adele, and Beyonce and their success with or without a social media presence.
This podcast discusses the popularity of secret social networks, particularly amongst younger generations, and how foreign policy fears around Chinese companies may lead to a shift between networks.
Friends try to find a missing friend by logging into her social media accounts and dating platform, Tagged, to gather information to locate her whereabouts.
Suicide rates increased among millennials after the rise of social media in the mid-2000s, according to a book by one of the internet's pioneers. Many developers of major internet and social media companies refuse to acknowledge the problem.
Gary Vaynerchuk discusses how older executives are intimidated by social media and afraid of making mistakes, while acknowledging that the younger generation understands it very well.
The existence of algorithmically created dialects in social media is leading to arguments and polarization that could be prevented with better understanding of language differences. Different dialects can express the same sentiment, but use different verbiage, leading to misunderstandings.
The speaker urges listeners to share and like Courtney's story despite not being able to contribute financially, given the pain and appreciation everyone is showing for her.
The speaker observes common themes in social media profile photos, including women posing in bikinis with pizza or dogs and men posing with children to suggest financial stability.
The creators express the difficulty in striking a balance between discussing negative and positive aspects of their life and content on social media, as it often appears that the bad is heightened on social media while positive aspects are glorified.
The speaker talks about receiving a message regarding a collaboration with TikTok, and later, she discusses the importance of setting boundaries for social media interactions.
Many people blame social media for corrupting the dream of what the internet could do for the world, and computer scientist Jaron Lanier argues that it poses a real threat to a pluralistic society, with some fearing that it shapes our politics, societies, and even sense of reality.
This podcast encourages creating intentional, courageous content on social media to attract people that you can serve, despite any fear of judgement.
In this segment, the speaker talks about his concern over a potential run on Twitter data similar to what happened with FTX. Additionally, he discusses a person's obsession with Nathan Fielder and their desire to be part of the Hollywood cool crowd.
The speaker highlights their role in bringing social media interactions to the air during broadcasts and shares an anecdote about a commercial they watched. The transcript also briefly mentions an interview with Ben Affleck about his latest film project.
A person gets suspicious about a friend's finances and looks into their social media presence where they discover the world of social media models and the pressure to maintain a lavish image.
The speaker talks about their experience of building a mini social media network and the challenges they faced. They also mention the fear of YouTube collapsing and the partnership with Defy.
The speaker discusses how they unexpectedly gained a large following on social media and how it has made them consider transitioning from their current career to commentating, training fighters, and pursuing real estate.
The speaker shares her tactic for dealing with trolls, which involve going to their account and commenting on their personal pictures. She also plans to start calling out comments she receives and arguing back.
The speaker discusses the decision to keep relationships private on social media and highlights how this can show authenticity and depth of emotion. They also express difficulty in relating to celebrities who don't showcase their partners online.
The speaker discusses how social media harassment affected their life, including strange and disturbing messages sent to family members and the slow process of being doxxed.
The best way to challenge absurd or despicable messages in a network is to kill the message in your part of that network, says Ethan Zuckerman. He emphasizes that anxiety can be a motivating emotion, and social media can heighten it instead of alleviating it, making us more sensitive to deviations from normal patterns and rhythms.
This transcript discusses how heavy social media users may become less able to ignore distraction in general due to the easily accessible and constantly changing nature of social media. Additionally, unique algorithms for every user create individualized news feeds on social media sites that increase engagement with the platform.
The host shares how she was comparing her relationship with others on social media and realized the similarities between her boyfriend's and listeners' relationships. Additionally, she explains how she changed her planned episode due to not feeling like it was the right time to post it.
Comparing ourselves to others on social media can lead to feelings of loneliness, FOMO, and depression. Taking a moment to imagine ourselves as complete and lovable just as we are can help combat the negative effects of the comparing mind.
This Wondery series explores what happens when the world's wealthiest man acquires a powerful social media platform in the pursuit of free speech.
The speaker recounts a story of seeing a video on Facebook of influencer couples playing extreme pranks on each other, with one of the pranks involving a painful burning sensation.
Markiplier and Lordminion777 describe where to find them on social media, including YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook. They also discuss the concept of scavenger hunts as a way to get people to go outside more and break bad indoor habits.
In the Wondery podcast "Flipping the Bird: Elon vs Twitter," host David Brown explores Elon Musk's unexpected bid to buy Twitter and the drama that followed as ex-employees, critics, and fellow CEOs denounced his actions.
The speaker talks about their own insecurities and habits around posting on Instagram, such as immediately deleting posts or feeling frustrated with weird DM requests.
The speaker talks about starting social media in middle or high school and whether it was for fun or work.
One person confesses to looking at Instagram for 23 hours a day, while another points out the importance of checking comments and being a "looksy" type of user.
A lifestyle influencer found herself in hot water after exposing a food delivery service's contaminated product on social media, receiving backlash and even losing some of her sponsorships. Her story highlights the risks of speaking up, even in the name of public safety.
A discussion about the sometimes overwhelming nature of being part of a Facebook group for soccer moms and the need to establish clear communication and guidelines for sharing information.
The relentless and sometimes mean comments from people on social media when someone loses a pet can be devastating to those already grieving. Meanwhile, an ad interrupts the episode promoting Sleep Number beds that claim to improve your well-being in multiple ways.
Court shares her social media handles and announces her retirement from OnlyFans.
