The speaker explains how a video they posted on social media of someone giving a simple answer went viral and sparked the interest of many people due to the thought process that goes into 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.
The validity of fact-checking on social media platforms has been called into question after certain false claims were not retracted, despite being disproven.
The podcast revisits the early days of social media through the perspective of the people who lived it. The first season focuses on the rise and fall of MySpace.
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 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 speaker explains how to gain a large social media following by faking your importance through tactics like purchasing an algorithm and paying for verification.
The difficulties of trusting others to run your social media accounts and the benefits of automated posting are discussed.
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.
The host and guest both admit to creating fake social media accounts to stalk other people. They discuss the ethics and potential consequences of this behavior.
The guest speaker highlights the inconsistency of flagged content on social media platforms and how they shadow ban certain content without revealing their system or criteria.
Young people believe that becoming an influencer on social media will lead to success and quick money, but this misconception can often lead to disappointment.
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.
Tim Ferriss shares his strategies for maintaining sanity in the age of social media and how to avoid getting caught up in the negativity and attacks that can come with it.
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.
Social media influencer advises against responding with negativity to negative comments, because it can create a vicious cycle.
The documentary "The Social Dilemma" explores the relationship between social media and politics. It suggests that Facebook was likely aware of Cambridge Analytica's involvement in the 2016 election despite identifying them as a rogue operator, and highlights the potential dangers of algorithms that reinforce biases and manipulate public opinion.
Facebook's growth stalled at around 50 million users in 2007, which was not unusual for social networks at the time and brought to mind a quote about natural growth from historian Tacitus.
The discussion explores the responsibility of arriving at the truth of events such as the economic effects of the coronavirus or the money spent on war. While social media is a platform for sharing information and news, it can also involve misinformation and spreading biased narratives.
The speaker shares their experience of creating a private social network in middle school, which unexpectedly became popular among their classmates.
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 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 act of giving out your social media may be equivalent to giving your phone number and it has become a common way for people to meet and date online. Business owners can use social media as a tool to promote themselves, their brand, and their business by putting social media information on their business cards.
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 hosts discuss the option for private messages on their platform and express their desire for society to move on from rigid gender roles.
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.
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.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the effects of social media on personal ideology and news consumption, highlighting the cognitive biases that frequently result from the platform's algorithmic reinforcement of users' interests and beliefs.
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 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.
The speaker expresses fear of offending people on Twitter and facing backlash for past mistakes, while also expressing interest in attending concerts like Janet Jackson's.
Der individuelle Creator ist wichtig für Authentizität in sozialen Erwartungen, die Zeitverluste erfordern, um sie zu erfüllen. Erfahrungen wie der Erdschmerz können diese Erwartung ändern und machen es schwieriger, die Authentizität aufrechtzuerhalten.
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 how in the future people will ask if you do social media like an anachronism, and describes the current level of social media as being on par with an eighth-graders' level of understanding.
The hosts discuss the importance of creating short, engaging clips to promote content on social media platforms like TikTok. Despite failed attempts at pitching their ideas to larger platforms, they continue to brainstorm new ways to promote creative content.
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.
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 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.
