The collective knowledge that we accumulate as a society is what continues to advance humanity. Social media creates our own little city of knowledge and allows for the sharing of information.
Jason Chicola provides his Twitter handle for people who want to learn more and connect with him on Twitter.
Social media perpetuate snap reactions and outrageously inaccurate comments with many users failing to actually read the content. Brain Pickings offers a stronghold of positivity and instructions to ban vicious behavior rather than rational disagreement.
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.
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.
This Wondery series explores what happens when the world's wealthiest man acquires a powerful social media platform in the pursuit of free speech.
A person shares their habit of stalking people on social media, specifically when they are being ignored. They describe how they go about finding information and give an example of getting updates on someone from five years ago.
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.
The CEO of Facebook explains why the platform doesn't remove hateful or offensive content despite the harm it can cause, saying it's important to accept that people make mistakes when speaking publicly. However, this inaction has led to an increase in racism and hate speech on the platform, including calls for violence against minority groups.
The issue of selective outrage on social media, where individuals choose to only engage in certain political and social issues while ignoring others, is discussed. This phenomenon occurs due to media incentivizing conflict and individuals wanting to avoid being called out for not speaking equally about every injustice.
The Twitter feud started when All In Stats published an analysis showing J-Cal has been talking a lot on their podcast, and David Sachs commented calling out J-Cal's "piss poor moderation," leading to mean tweets and ultimately J-Cal blocking Sachs.
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 hosts discuss taking suggestions from Instagram Live viewers for "would you rather" questions, while also promoting their YouTube channel for podcast viewing.
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.
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 speaker suggests posting daily for a month on any social media platform and not worrying too much about creating perfect content. They share their experience and how they helped others grow their audiences.
The hosts discuss the option for private messages on their platform and express their desire for society to move on from rigid gender roles.
The speaker discusses the potential consequences of liking Twitter posts, recalling his discovery that YouTuber Philip DeFranco held anti-vaccination views.
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.
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.
The speaker describes the overwhelming experience of gaining social media followers quickly after a video of him went viral, and expresses discomfort with the constant attention and updates on people's lives that social media provides.
The podcast hosts discuss the culture of negative comments on social media platforms and how people use them to feel superior to others. They also touch upon how people get sucked into endless comment threads and how online comments can become ways of escapism.
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.
Users on OG users buy stolen usernames and immediately change the username to avoid any chance of the original account holder recovering it. This prevents the old username from being associated with the old account and reduces the risk of being caught.
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 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.
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.
The lack of a standard sentencing guideline can lead to harsh and unfair punishments for mistakes made online. Social media and the internet make it easy for people to attack others with little regard for the repercussions of their actions.
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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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 discusses different social media platforms where listeners can follow Real Life Real Crime, including Instagram and private groups on Facebook for fans to post non-crime-related content or connect with each other.
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 best of social media reflects the complexity of our world by exposing its dark parts and finding hope and understanding through discussion. It provides a way to unite in times of turmoil and share real-life experiences while challenging our perspectives on the world.
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.
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.
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.
The speaker discusses how the validation received from social media likes may affect relationships, specifically on how it might make a partner feel inadequate.
The podcast discusses some instances of sensitive content warnings on social media, including accidental shares of disturbing photos and warnings for scary content.
The podcast revisits the early days of social media and MySpace through the people who lived it, the users. The podcast aims to share insider stories about the creation of MySpace and its impact on the digital world.
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.
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.
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.
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.
