The speaker discusses the controversy surrounding hate speech on social media and the different reactions people have to it.
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.
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.
The speaker shares their observations on the sometimes ego-driven content of Instagram stories, using the example of a friend's veganism after eating too much meat, and comments on the awkwardness of some social posts seeking validation.
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 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.
The hosts talk about experiencing backlash over tweets from their personal accounts and reader's reactions.
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 discusses the negative effects of social media on productivity and creativity and suggests time-blocking periods throughout the day to limit usage. They also question whether social media is truly necessary for creative work.
The pressure of social media can help motivate individuals to achieve their goals, as demonstrated by the example of becoming a fitness influencer on Instagram. Spending time with people who have different goals can also influence one's desires and achievements.
Donald Trump plans to create a new social media platform to provide an alternative to traditional media and censorship from big tech companies. The platform, yet to be named, has a potential valuation of $1.7 billion.
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.
The tension caused by extractive rents and lack of connection with the real world might lead to a social media exodus in late 2030s as network effects keep people on despite their dissatisfaction.
Learn about different ways to make your podcast stand out on social media and how to have an open relationship with your audience.
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 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.
In this podcast episode, the host explains how the primitive nature of humans is reflected in social media even though it's a sophisticated tool. People who are successful at social media understand the biases that drive people and how to blend into their audience.
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.
This podcast explores the early days of social media and its impact on modern platforms through the experiences of those who lived it during the MySpace era.
In this podcast episode, the host discusses the importance of managing social media response to negative comments with guest, Ryan Holiday. They talk about how to handle criticism and negative feedback without letting it affect your mental health or business.
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.
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 speaker creates Instagram reels to connect and share thoughts with a larger community about the ups and downs of life in their 20s. It is easier to cultivate healthy thinking patterns early on rather than always expecting the worst.
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 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 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 podcast host discusses how social media can influence people's bucket lists and shares his own views on what makes a good bucket list item.
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.
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 they created memes featuring a chicken suit and went viral in May 2020, eventually getting signed to UTA and verified on social media.
The podcast discusses some instances of sensitive content warnings on social media, including accidental shares of disturbing photos and warnings for scary content.
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.
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.
