The speaker discusses the controversy surrounding hate speech on social media and the different reactions people have to it.
Michael Birch, the original founder of Bebo, shares his experience of starting the social network and the reasons for its eventual decline. He also discusses his current work creating an eco-friendly private club in California.
A host reflects on his experience receiving criticism on social media after a new show's premiere, expressing concern about his image and how he was perceived online.
The speaker shares their experience of outsourcing social media for their small business, as they did not want to spend all day on it. Additionally, the speaker discusses the importance of writing how you speak.
One side is saying the solution to disinformation is to let a thousand people speak and have, for free speech, while the other side says the solution is to shut down the free speech of others. Elon Musk has a unique perspective on balancing social media censorship.
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.
The speaker reflects on the fact that there are viewers who may dislike them or their show, and how their emotions differ when reading criticism versus directly receiving it.
A young person shares their experience of going viral on social media after a video received two million views in six hours, leading to an influx of followers.
People on social media often share false posts about missing people that can be emotionally devastating for their families, as random strangers share it and add sentimental messages that seem like they are saying goodbye.
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.
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.
The conversation around content regulation for social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter continues. This podcast provides valuable insight into the regulation history of online media, and the question of content ownership and responsibility.
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.
The excessive use of social media has led to us being more anxious, depressed, and socially isolated. Turning off notifications, limiting social media usage, and focusing on the present moment can help us combat its negative effects.
The speaker talks about how her relationship with someone on social media became toxic over time due to their different interests and how they dealt with it.
A new law in Utah will require parents to approve their child's use of social media, account by account. The law also allows parents to access their child's direct messages and other network activity, and requires social media companies to block minors' access to their accounts overnight unless a parent makes a change to the settings.
The internet and social media have allowed people to become scammers without any real medical expertise or celebrity status, such as the infamous "Liver King".
The rating system on Hot or Not dot com feels more explicit compared to other implicit rating systems like the People application. The podcasters discuss Koh Tao and the creation of the term "incels".
Main Accounts is a podcast revisiting the early days of social media through the people who lived in it, specifically focusing on the story of MySpace, the site that made the internet feel like a nightclub and slightly dangerous.
The government does not know how to handle the increasing popularity of social media and YouTube. They are fearful of the people giving their narrative, thus destroying people's reputations for voicing their opinion.
In this podcast, the host interviews Roger McNamee, author of the book Zucked, about the dangers of social media and the importance of making our own choices when it comes to our digital lives. Roger also shares details about his upcoming events in the UK.
The speaker reveals how the act of doom scrolling - endlessly consuming negative news content - affects our minds, and even compares it to the Buddha meditation method. He describes it as a doorknob that we can't resist touching, always craving for the latest negative statistics.
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.
This podcast episode discusses how parents struggle with the balance of sharing their children's lives on social media while ensuring their safety from potential dangers.
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.
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.
Kelsey Turner, like many others, believed that social media could help her achieve the high-status and glamorous lifestyle she aspired to. In the age of virtual fame, the number of followers you have can determine your level of success.
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.
Social media can create self-doubt, self-sabotage, self-criticism, and a loser mentality. To combat this, focus on curating a list of accounts that align with your goals and how you want to feel, and use social media as an additive to help you achieve those things.
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 thanks the listeners and promotes the show's social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
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.
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 this segment, the speaker discusses how perception often outweighs reality when it comes to social media and how people can be mean and cruel online despite behaving differently in person.
Whisper app is under fire for alleged lack of moderation leading to the presence of scammers and prostitution. Users have reported problems with the app and the reviews are also poor. Meanwhile, Kik is being sued by a teenager who claims the app did not do enough to warn parents about pedophiles on the platform.
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.
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.
The speaker reminisces about looking at young girls on Instagram, including black girls with done nails, hair, and a certain "DMV face". The speaker also discusses how it's natural to view young girls as attractive, but acknowledges the inappropriate nature of these thoughts.
The hosts analyze Instagram behavior and give insight into hints and clues that could be found on one’s Instagram account.
A discussion on why people may prefer watching "average" people on social media compared to celebrities, and the trend of TikTok makeup tutorials using headbands or clips.
