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Centennial World
An internet culture news podcast that explores themes surrounding viral stardom, the creator economy, and how social media is shaping Gen Z. Hosted by Centennial World founder Lauren Meisner & deputy editor Annabel Bendavid.
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Mar 26, 2025 • 15min
MINI TECH SCROLL: Ashton Hall’s viral morning routine, TikTok Global Observatory + Netflix refines its gaming strategy
The biggest tech & social media trends on the internet from March 26th, 2025.Timestamps:1:23 Ashton Hall’s viral morning routine7:15 TikTok Global Observatory10:56 Netflix refines its gaming strategyFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ Sources:https://x.com/tipsformenx/status/1902608673022595531 https://tkgo.aiforensics.org/ https://x.com/mattxiv/status/1903540201563025872 https://theintercept.com/2020/03/16/tiktok-app-moderators-users-discrimination/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/22/24276700/netflix-gaming-studio-closure-blue https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-03-21/netflix-bets-big-on-video-games-with-broad-new-strategyhttps://www.fastcompany.com/91298065/what-happened-to-netflixs-big-bet-on-gaming

Mar 25, 2025 • 12min
MINI SCROLL: Tana Mongeau's $17K Coachella trip, Sydney Sweeney's Reddit movie + Alix Earle livestream drama
The biggest stories on the internet from March 25, 2025.Timestamps:1:00 Tana Mongeau opens up about fan behaviour at music festivals & what she would have to spend to go to Coachella safely6:32 Sydney Sweeney to turn a Reddit story into a movie9:21 Alix Earle & Braxton Berrios livestream drama10:55 Jake Paul engagedFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

Mar 24, 2025 • 16min
MINI SCROLL: Aspyn Ovard rumoured girlfriend, Molly Mae & Tommy Fury reunite + Brianna Chickenfry exposes Zach Bryan amid his new relationship
The biggest stories on the internet from March 24th, 2025.FIND HIGH STEAKS HERE!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Xvmq63MHzsP5ykSIhzgHqApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/high-steaks/id1801856794Timestamps:3:35 Aspyn Ovard rumoured girlfriend7:35 Molly Mae and Tommy Fury are reportedly back together9:33 Brianna Chickenfry exposes wild Zach Bryan story amid his new relationshipFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

Mar 21, 2025 • 33min
Stan-ing The Flames: The Evolution of Celebrity Feuds & The Impact of Fan Involvement
Dive into the wild world of celebrity feuds as they evolved from tabloid gossip to viral social media battles. Discover how fans have become key players, fanning the flames themselves. Explore the rise of diss tracks and drama channels, and how public figures stir the pot online. The emotional toll on creators like Alyssa Violet and Tana Mongeau is examined alongside the unique challenges brands face. This engaging discussion reveals the intricate dynamics of fame, conflict, and fan involvement in today's digital landscape.

Mar 20, 2025 • 11min
MINI SCROLL: Emma Chamberlain film debut, Billboard cracks down on album variants + Shay Mitchell Beis pop up scandal
The biggest stories on the internet from March 20th, 2025.Timestamps:1:23 Emma Chamberlain film debut4:02 Billboard cracks down on album variants5:58 Shay Mitchell's Beis pop up scandalFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

Mar 19, 2025 • 15min
MINI TECH SCROLL: The Great Meme drought, users plan to flood YouTube Shorts with brainrot + Meta community notes
Want to come to our free Centennial World Podcast Network launch event in Sydney? Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsD14vwolH5LPJtQRbqNDz5qlUxXnHqMU8N7iLCXGYBwzstg/viewform The biggest tech & social media trends on the internet from March 12th, 2025.Timestamps:1:04 Meme drought5:33 TikTok users are planning to flood YouTube Shorts with brain rot9:06 Meta is rolling out community notes Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ Sources:https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/march-2025-meme-drought https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/juggtok-slimetok https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/events/youtube-shorts-colonization https://www.theinformation.com/articles/oracle-leading-contender-help-run-tiktok-new-deal https://www.mediamatters.org/google/right-dominates-online-media-ecosystem-seeping-sports-comedy-and-other-supposedly https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/features/2025-03-18/community-notes-on-x-and-meta-can-t-save-social-media-from-itself https://www.platformer.news/meta-community-notes-launch https://about.fb.com/news/2025/03/testing-begins-community-notes-facebook-instagram-threads/?ref=platformer.news https://www.tiktok.com/@aidanetcetera/video/7481762860326980886

Mar 18, 2025 • 19min
MINI SCROLL: Australian 'Who TF Did I Marry?' series, Natalee B Fitness women's-only gym backlash + wombat influencer speaks out
The biggest stories on the internet from March 18th, 2025.Timestamps:00:25 Australian 'who tf did I marry?' series8:22 Natalee B Fitness faces backlash for excluding trans women from women-only gym13:43 Wombat influencer speaks outFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

Mar 17, 2025 • 17min
MINI SCROLL: Becki Jones leaves social media, "7-part viral series" about Hailey Bieber & Selena Gomez + Chappell Roan Jason Aldean backlash
Want to come to our free Centennial World Podcast Network launch event in Sydney? Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsD14vwolH5LPJtQRbqNDz5qlUxXnHqMU8N7iLCXGYBwzstg/viewform The biggest stories on the internet from March 17th, 2025.Timestamps:00:51 Becki Jones leaves social media over toll on mental health4:50 Truth behind the 7-part TikTok series goes viral "exposing" Hailey Bieber's "obsession" with Selena Gomez13:03 Chappell Roan faces backlash for referencing Jason Aldean in a positive way in new interviewFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

Mar 13, 2025 • 30min
The Sister Squad & Parasocial Nostalgia For This Iconic YouTube Era
Dive into the nostalgia of the Sister Squad, the YouTube collective that captivated a generation. Explore the rise of stars like Emma Chamberlain, James Charles, and the Dolan twins, and their unforgettable collaborations. Delve into fan theories and the intense parasocial relationships that formed during their heyday. Reflect on the emotional fallout of their disbandment and what remains of their legacy in today's social media landscape. It's a journey through internet culture and the complexities of friendship and fame!

Mar 13, 2025 • 17min
MINI SCROLL: Mikayla Nogueira skincare brand drama, Alix Earle stylist faces backlash, Pretty Little Thing rebrand + a big Centennial World announcement!
Download Carted here: https://www.carted.com/?utm_campaign=cwminiscrollWant to come to our free Centennial World Podcast Network launch event in Sydney? Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsD14vwolH5LPJtQRbqNDz5qlUxXnHqMU8N7iLCXGYBwzstg/viewform The biggest stories on the internet from March 13th, 2025.Timestamps:1:15 Gen Z publisher launches podcast network5:27 Mikayla Nogueira launches skincare brand12:16 Alix Earle alcohol brand partnership + stylist backlash16:03 Pretty Little Thing rebrandFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/


