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.
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 suggests that we stop worrying about how social media is currently affecting us and instead start imagining how it could be different and better in the future, like a platform created based on imagined scenarios 10 years ahead, which could help prepare us for unexpected events like pandemics.
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 how the fame and number of followers one has on social media impacts how they are viewed and liked by others, despite there being people with better content and talents who have fewer followers.
The speaker discusses how people tend to overreact to news or ads on social media, without considering their own behavior on the platform.
Jason Chicola provides his Twitter handle for people who want to learn more and connect with him on Twitter.
Social media can be a toxic place even with an influx of positive content, and the hate can be magnified when you release a special or product.
The host and guest both admit to creating fake social media accounts to stalk other people. They discuss the ethics and potential consequences of this behavior.
The black and white selfie trend that went viral on social media in 2020 was supposed to be about raising awareness for femicide in Turkey, but the true meaning got lost in translation. Despite good intentions, people missed the important message and instead turned it into a shallow trend.
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.
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 reflects on how social media and public appearances affect people's perception of their confidence and how it can be misleading.
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.
In this episode, the host talks about interpreting tweets positively by trying to find the wisdom in the message, instead of assuming the worst intention behind the tweet.
The idea of veneration has been disrupted by the emergence of social media, making it difficult to accept the notion that those in positions of power and influence are "better" than the average person. However, the average person may not believe that they are unduly influenced by deceptive content on social media platforms.
The speaker discusses the power of viral tweeting and his experience getting a new job after sending a tweet thanking Philadelphia for their support.
Revisit the early days of social media through the people who lived it via Let's Start a Coup podcast.
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.
Koh Tao and the Philippines demonstrate the dangers of social media when introduced to countries without proper regulation. Facebook has facilitated political violence and given a voice to individuals with harmful intentions.
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.
The speaker talks about the lack of reviews on social media platforms and how it reflects on people's character. Additionally, they mention that Audible books are currently for sale at a discounted price of six dollars.
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 episode, the speaker highlights the role of social media in politics and how platforms like Facebook and Twitter affect the overall political environment. The discussion also touches on the issue of Russian disinformation after the 2016 election.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 shares their thoughts on how easy it is to publicly shame others in today's digital age, emphasizing the importance of empathy and reflection on one's own mistakes before criticizing others.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the downsides of cryptic social media posts and how they can be confusing and frustrating for viewers who have to spend time deciphering their meaning.
The speaker discusses a situation involving a neighbor who lied on social media about the death of her dogs and how to approach it. They suggest informing other neighbors or directly confronting her if they were closer, and also acknowledging the possibility of other factors behind her behavior.
The host discusses the trend of people leaving negative comments online and how some choose to handle them, including avoiding the urge to respond with more negativity.
The speaker discusses their experience with Instagram and admits that they are not familiar with the term "DM."
