Exploring the early days of social media through the people who lived it, and revisiting the story of Myspace.
The speaker shares his experience of scheduling threads on twitter but ultimately deleting them as everything was being done for the sake of an algorithm, rather than from his heart.
Brad Turnwald's studies analyzed the nutritional content of the top grossing movies and the most influential people on Instagram and showed that up to 90% of influencers would fail the legal standards for advertising in the UK. Researchers like Ana Lemke also discuss the impact of social media and influencer culture on shaping beliefs and behaviors related to nutrition and substance abuse.
Learn tips on how to take better photos for social media without looking like a lonely person who has to take all their own photos.
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 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.
The speaker highlights the efforts people put in to make their social media videos perfect including adjusting their clothes and appearance to look good on camera. They emphasize on the different aspects involved in creating a video that can be deemed perfect by audiences.
Bert was up for an easy money campaign but had to go through a social media check first, with the concern that hiring him might upset some people.
The black and white selfie trend that went viral on social media in 2020 was supposed to be about raising awareness for femicide in Turkey, but the true meaning got lost in translation. Despite good intentions, people missed the important message and instead turned it into a shallow trend.
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.
The key to growth for social media companies now extends beyond their core business and into platforms like TikTok. With collaborations between influencer pages and aspiring entrepreneurs cropping up frequently, TikTok is quickly becoming a top priority.
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.
The speaker discusses the challenges of having nuanced conversations about sensitive topics on social media platforms and suggests alternatives to Twitter that could facilitate healthier discussions.
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 often reduces complex issues to one-sentence statements which can be emotionally charged and lead people to take sides without understanding the full scope of a topic. The focus of the pod should be to provide multiple points of view and context for listeners to make informed decisions.
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 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 speaker talks about the reasons behind negative online comments and how it's not always personal. They emphasize the importance of realizing that hurt people hurt people and that some people are just looking to make themselves feel better.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the challenges of social media fame and the parasocial relationships that followers form with celebrities. They also talk about how social media provides a warped sense of self and the limitations it imposes on meeting new people.
The increasing awareness of the negative effects of social media has prompted significant changes in both government regulations and the actions of tech companies. The speaker also suggests that to combat these negative impacts personally, we should put our phones away and take the time to connect with those around us.
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.
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss Facebook posts that suggest sharing in order to prove one's belief in God, as well as the old-fashioned practice of talking on the phone and the intrusiveness of monitoring someone's Facebook account.
The speaker talks about the lack of reviews on social media platforms and how it reflects on people's character. Additionally, they mention that Audible books are currently for sale at a discounted price of six dollars.
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.
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 urges individuals to stop comparing their lives to what they see on social media, as it can lead to feelings of worthlessness and lack of motivation. Spending an hour a day on social media only reinforces the idea that everyone else's life is a party except for yours.
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.
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.
The podcast hosts discuss their desire to grow their following on social media and the potential for monetization, while acknowledging the challenges of balancing content creation and audience engagement.
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 host discusses the sudden surge of national days on social media and how people feel pressured to participate in them. She also talks about the history behind these national days.
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.
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 discussion about the similarities between Instagram's popular engagement photos and corporate ladder climbing is had, with a focus on the handmade aesthetic and a person's LinkedIn career timeline.
Instagram's algorithm punishes users who promote their podcasts on the platform, even if they tag friends or push to another Instagram video. This has led to a disparity in views between popular vlogs and newer podcasts.
The conversation centers around individuals' tendencies to read comments on their own posts or their friends' posts and the effects this can have. Additionally, the speaker mentions a book about dead celebrities and their experiences with electronic media.
The hosts analyze Instagram behavior and give insight into hints and clues that could be found on one’s Instagram account.
Court shares her social media handles and announces her retirement from OnlyFans.
