The speaker discusses the controversy surrounding hate speech on social media and the different reactions people have to it.
The speaker shares that receiving personal validation from someone they admire, like Balaji Srivastava, feels more rewarding than viral attention on social media because it creates a deeper sense of connection. They also note that a post going viral doesn't always translate to tangible results, as seen by their own experience with a video featuring Elon Musk and Lex Friedman.
The author discusses the timeliness of her book on outrage with the constant news cycle in 2020, and highlights her clothing line that offers a variety of colorful wardrobe options.
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.
Comedians Tom Segura and Christina P discuss their opinions on celebrities using social media platforms and compare today's expectations to the past. They also share funny anecdotes about their families.
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.
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 hosts discuss the evolution of social media platforms and the rise of influencers, reflecting on how initial skepticism has given way to the current reality of often low-quality content being heavily promoted.
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.
A discussion on how individuals seek out specific key people on social media platforms to follow their talking points and take cues from them, resulting in the spread of specific party lines and language throughout mainstream media outlets.
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 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 use of social media can build a business and connect people worldwide but also present challenges such as exposing personal relationships to public scrutiny and criticism, leading to a significant impact on businesses.
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.
Revisit the early days of social media through the people who lived it via Let's Start a Coup podcast.
Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist at NYU, discusses the negative effects of social media on the human mind and civilization, and offers suggestions for how we can do better to lessen the amount of depression and division in the world.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the dangers of unregulated social media and how it can lead to negative consequences like the Orwellian world. As a solution, he suggests uninstalling certain apps and committing to activities in the real world.
Tim Ferriss discusses the challenge of balancing daily engagement on social media with the desire to produce longer, polished content and push himself as an artist.
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.
Podcast hosts discuss Elon Musk's recent comments regarding free speech on Twitter and manipulation tactics used by individuals on social media.
The creators express the difficulty in striking a balance between discussing negative and positive aspects of their life and content on social media, as it often appears that the bad is heightened on social media while positive aspects are glorified.
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.
Social comparison on social media can lead to upward social comparison, reduce self-esteem and make one feel like they're never good enough. Realizing that social comparison is a normal behavioral strategy and recognizing when it becomes toxic can help avoid the negative effects on self-esteem.
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 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 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.
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.
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 speakers discuss the different tiers of OnlyFans subscriptions and the age limit that some users wait to reach before leaving the platform.
The act of giving out personal social media accounts can be seen as the same as giving out a phone number, but it is important to note the distinction between using social media for superficial followings and using it to cultivate deeper connections.
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.
This podcast briefly mentions a popular TikTok user who is known for wearing a red shirt and entertaining viewers with his content. The speaker acknowledges that they do not know his name but notes that he is well-known among younger viewers.
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.
A discussion about how people can use social media to investigate and confirm the identity of individuals.
