The speaker discusses the controversy surrounding hate speech on social media and the different reactions people have to it.
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.
This podcast episode discusses how the public record of people's opinions on social media and online forums can lead to group ideology and irrationality, polluting global conversations with ill thought-out opinions. The podcast also explores how opinions have become more visible than our deeds, making us defined by our opinions rather than our actions.
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 discusses their frustrations with social media fame and the unequal distribution of brand deals, noting that people with fewer followers than them sometimes make more money off brand deals.
The host discusses a controversial Twitter poll he posted and the subsequent backlash from his fan base. He explains that he doesn't care about the political demographics of his followers and recounts the experience of receiving negative messages.
The need to remove dark and violent content from social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter is a growing concern. Investment in skilled professionals and artificial intelligence can help to combat this issue and make the internet a safer space for humanity to flourish.
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.
The "Challenge Accepted" trend on social media has its origins dating back to 2016 for spreading cancer awareness. The recent trend focused on women supporting women, and the black and white photos date back to a memorial for a woman who was murdered in Turkey in 2019.
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 founder of a social network that grew to 300,000 users and introduced features that we take for granted today, now manages a billion-dollar empire.
The obsession with popularity and status is not a new phenomenon, but it has been amplified by social media, where young people feel the pressure to attend only the "sickest" parties and be invited to exclusive events. The message of the billboard would be to promote genuine human connection over social media validation.
The market capitalization of social media companies makes them dangerous in terms of buying assets. The rise of subscriber-based payment models has been evident, with Trump successfully persuading subscribers to opt-in for monthly $25 reoccurring subscription.
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.
It's important to remember that social media doesn't reflect real life and to make time for in-person connections with friends and hobbies. Don't let the haters online get you down.
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.
Social media can trigger negative emotions which cause a decline in mental health according to studies. The obsession with appearance has also penetrated through social channels over the internet, as people click more often on "how to look confident" than "how to be confident".
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.
Learn about different ways to make your podcast stand out on social media and how to have an open relationship with your audience.
The speaker shares their experience of creating a private social network in middle school, which unexpectedly became popular among their classmates.
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.
This transcript snippet highlights how social media allows individuals to share a wide range of content, from personal moments to infographics and more.
This podcast episode discusses how parents struggle with the balance of sharing their children's lives on social media while ensuring their safety from potential dangers.
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.
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.
This podcast episode discusses how to find different social media and stream platforms through a website, and warns listeners that the website may not be reliable in the long-term. The hosts also talk about the financial aspect of making money through social media platforms.
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 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.
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 discusses how the validation received from social media likes may affect relationships, specifically on how it might make a partner feel inadequate.
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.
The speakers discuss the different tiers of OnlyFans subscriptions and the age limit that some users wait to reach before leaving 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 their own insecurities and habits around posting on Instagram, such as immediately deleting posts or feeling frustrated with weird DM requests.
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.
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 speaker discusses their experience with Instagram and admits that they are not familiar with the term "DM."
The relentless and sometimes mean comments from people on social media when someone loses a pet can be devastating to those already grieving. Meanwhile, an ad interrupts the episode promoting Sleep Number beds that claim to improve your well-being in multiple ways.
