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.
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.
The speaker discusses their frustration with people including death dates and unnecessary sentimental posts in their social media bios and the expectation for exclusivity in romantic relationships.
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 expresses their frustration with people's tendency to be self-righteous about social issues, particularly when it comes to the "delete Uber" campaign, and how it plays into the controversy over sharing photos of private jets on social media.
This podcast discusses the negative effects of social media on our daily lives, focusing on how it manipulates our dopamine levels and steals our time and attention.
In this episode, the speaker discusses their method of thirst posting and how it's a shameless act that can be deemed as cancelable. Additionally, they promote t-shirts from tpublic.com.
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.
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 need for an all-encompassing app, like Twitter, that is trustworthy, spam-free, and inclusive, with a revenue share for content creators. The app could potentially include payment options as well, but the speaker also considers the option of starting a new version instead of trying to fix Twitter.
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.
Social media can be a trap if you follow people only because they are beautiful or because you are envious of their lives. It can turn your feed into a torture device filled with beauty and perfection, making you feel inadequate and intolerant of real people's imperfections.
The pressures of social media can be overwhelming for teenagers, with the need for approval and perfect appearances leading to stress, anxiety, and trolls. Prioritizing self-care and recognizing that social media validation is not necessary is crucial for mental health.
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.
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.
Friends try to find a missing friend by logging into her social media accounts and dating platform, Tagged, to gather information to locate her whereabouts.
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 internet and social media have allowed people to become scammers without any real medical expertise or celebrity status, such as the infamous "Liver King".
While there are positive and negative aspects to social media use, more focus should be put on fixing the dynamics rather than just the content moderation and free speech aspects of it, according to a recent podcast discussion.
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 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 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 discusses how drama on TikTok may lead to negative perceptions of social media and lack of fulfillment for users, as well as potentially causing harm to the platform itself.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
The speaker discusses the impact of social media on love and consumerism, highlighting the obsession with likes, follows, and ratings, as well as the influence of advertising on our purchasing decisions.
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.
Sharing too much of your personal life on social media can be dangerous, especially if you're in a relationship. It can invite strangers into your life and potentially cause harm.
The hosts discuss the trend of hating on popular social media platforms and the story of a hamster that outperformed humans in trading cryptocurrency. They also touch on a news story about a woman who found a dead body in a McDonald's bathroom.
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 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 speaker discusses receiving direct messages from people calling him out for making racist comments on social media and the long-term consequences that come with it. He also mentions he has found a topic for today's podcast from the experience.
A discussion about how people can use social media to investigate and confirm the identity of individuals.
