Internet Analysis

Odcinki

• "bean soup" theory & the death of nuance | Internet Analysis 31.05.2026 37min

  Let's get into the nuance of nuance!! And a larger conversation about how we interact online... how can we actually work to communicate and understand each other better? Is it possible?!
• corporate theatre, busywork, & made up jobs | Internet Analysis 20.04.2026 43min

  Let's discuss performing "busyness" at work and the rise of "Bullsh*t Jobs."I think it's deeply insulting that the vast majority of people have to spend at least 40 hours per week doing questionable labor... and many don't even get the dignity of a living wage. Let's dream of a better future!! Better jobs, better pay, and shorter work weeks.
• we're requesting "Bachelorette PR" now?? 02.03.2026 27min

  Let's discuss the excesses of modern (American?) bachelorette trip culture! From strict dress codes and outfit requirements... to extravagant gift bags... To the new trend of reaching out to brands and requesting PR products?? And finally, the concept of "treating your bach like a brand trip." Who is doing this?? And who can afford it all?!
• Influencer Fatigue | Internet Analysis 02.03.2026 40min

  Let's discuss influencer fatigue in the context of 2026! We're tired of screens, ads, and being SOLD stuff, constantly. But at the same time, many people are incentivized to pursue content creation as a potential way to earn extra money.... which is very valuable in this unstable economy. So let's dig in!
• the "bridesmaid to friend breakup" pipeline | Internet Analysis 03.02.2026 42min

  Let's discuss female friendships, the complex dynamics of bridesmaids, and why so many friendships end during / after a wedding!TIME STAMPS:00:00 - intro1:23 - the fantasy of the perfect girl group3:30 - the social media of it all4:19 - bridemaids are SO sorority-coded5:07 - how do you actually pick your bridesmaids??7:47 - thanks, Opera!9:26 - insecurity, comparison, and jealousy10:27 - not enough friends for bridesmaids?14:38 - the demands of being a bridesmaid16:35 - bachelorette party culture & bach trips18:53 - is a 5 day bach trip too much?? (just say no?) 27:50 - the unique pressures of bach / group trips29:59 - the corporate communication style32:10 - the bridesmaid to friend breakup pipeline!!33:57 - you're just not that close anymore35:29 - high pressure situations reveal the cracks36:20 - you dropped all your friends for a man!!38:09 - final thoughts
• fact-checking absurd misinformation in comment sections | Loud & Wrong! 21.12.2025 33min

  potential new series on my 2nd channel - Loud and Wrong! in which I dissect silly fights and misinformation within comment sections
• gift-giving culture is broken and we're TIRED! | Internet Analysis 16.12.2025 35min

  let's discuss compulsory gift-giving around the holidays... for the algo: Have we forgotten what the holidays are really about? We're overwhelmed with gift guides, ads, affiliate links... We're spending money on gifts we can't afford... and we're receiving gifts we don't really want. White elephant, Yankee swap, Dirty Santa... Too many gift exchanges!! It's a lot of waste and clutter. Overconsumption! So, it's ok to opt out of gifts, it's ok to change traditions, focus on experiences and quality time!!► TIME STAMPS:0:00 - intro1:57 - thanks, CookieRun!3:03 - compulsory giving and "gift debt"4:44 - the WASTE and clutter!8:50 - unwanted gifts can be a burden9:33 - the stigma of regifting12:20 - in defense of wishlists16:30 - gifting should be thoughtful!!17:44 - moms & the mental load of creating holiday magic20:27 - my personal gifting philosophies22:38 - "gift giving is my love language"26:40 - highly recommend donating! toys for tots, angel trees!27:37 - it's ok to opt out of gifts28:50 - "underconsumption holidays" and new traditions
• celebrity facelifts and blephs are driving me insane 😩 09.12.2025 33min

  (Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!)Here's the latest episode from November! Let's discuss the overwhelming wave of facelifts and blephs (eyelid surgeries), especially in the celebrity world. So now the beauty standard is that even the most beautiful A-list 35 year old celebs have to get facelifts?? What's going ON??
• luxury shopping is INSANE... (let's discuss the "Hermès Game") 08.12.2025 44min

  (Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!)Here's an episode from October, about the "Hermes Game." Basically, if you ever want to buy a highly-coveted bag like a Kelly or Birkin in the store, you'll have to keep spending more and more money until they OFFER you the opportunity. It's wild. Rich people are fascinating!!
• SECTION 8 SLUMLORD: evil loser behavior! 05.12.2025 31min

  (Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's an episode from August, about one of the worst landlords I've seen... and YES, he's selling a course, teaching others how to profit off being a horrible slumlord of Section 8 housing.
• Big trucks are the worst - I am their #1 hater. 04.12.2025 30min

  (Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's an episode from July.I have been a long-time giant pickup truck hater because these cars are not only obnoxious... but extremely dangerous to pedestrians and fellow drivers!
• Influencer PR is truly insane... 03.12.2025 34min

  (posting my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's the episode from July. Let's discuss how absolutely absurd and wasteful PR packages have become!!
• "high maintenance to be low maintenance" is NONSENSE | Internet Analysis 18.11.2025 28min

  let's discuss all the time, money, and energy involved in these elaborate beauty maintenance routines! and dig into whether "high maintenance to be low maintenance" is even possible?!
• The "Influencer Accent" | Internet Analysis 16.10.2025 43min

  Let's analyze the "influencer accent" - what exactly is it, why do influencers sound like that, and why do audiences seem to hate it so much??
• Performative Hygiene & the Fear of Being Unclean | Internet Analysis 17.09.2025 37min

  Let's discuss hygienetok, showertok, and all the performative ways we show that we're the CLEANEST of them all!► TIME STAMPS:00:00 - intro2:41 - the only correct shower routine5:33 - personal hygiene is personal (shock!!)8:12 - thanks, Nurx!9:14 - the wash cloth debate15:21 - Black women and the hygiene olympics20:40 - shame and stigma23:48 - what's the point of performative hygiene?24:41 - fragrance & femininity26:15 - is this about BEING clean, or SEEMING clean?27:18 - shower collections & overconsumption30:53 - companies invent insecurities to sell us more stuff33:10 - unnecessary (and maybe harmful) products
• The Boomerfication of Gen Z | Internet Analysis 15.08.2025 32min

  are gen z REALLY acting like boomers?? let's discuss...
• family vloggers try to defend themselves... 😬 "Born to be Viral" documentary | Internet Analysis 15.07.2025 43min

  I was recently interviewed in the family vlogger documentary series, Born to be Viral! so let's discuss...
• motherhood should RADICALIZE you 👀 | Internet Analysis 29.06.2025 36min

  let's talk about PARENTAL LEAVE and why it is so necessary!!
• ChatGPT: the death of critical thinking? 👀 | Internet Analysis 28.06.2025 30min

  why use brain when have chat??? (god help us)
• irony, cringe, & fear of being perceived are ruining our lives 🫣 | Internet Analysis 14.05.2025 29min

  let's explore the irony-sincerity dichotomy!!