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Centennial World
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Jun 27, 2024 • 35min

The Story of Reddit: Why "The Front Page of The Internet" Took 20 Years to Hit Its Stride (Maybe)

The podcast discusses the origin and challenges of Reddit, including controversies like the Boston bomber misidentification and NSFW content. It delves into Reddit's growth, significant events like AMAgeddon and Gamestop, and its future. The evolution of Reddit, its independence, and handling of controversies are explored, highlighting the platform's unique content and relevance in the digital space.
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Jun 27, 2024 • 21min

MINI SCROLL: Twitch vs. Dr Disrespect, Brooke Schofield's "Who TF Did I Marry?", Sabrina Carpenter exposes hater + Lilah Gibney wedding backlash

The biggest stories on the internet from June 27th, 2024. Timestamps: 2:35 Dr Disrespect admits that sending inappropriate messages to a minor got him banned from Twitch 9:28 Brooke Schofield posts 15-part TikTok series exposing ex-boyfriend Clinton Kane 13:52 Sabrina Carpenter celebrates first # 1 Billboard hit with a hate tweet 16:54 Lilah Gibney faces backlash for posting content from Alex Warren and Kouvr Annon's wedding  Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/   
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Jun 26, 2024 • 16min

LET THE GIRLS GAME: The Sexualisation of Women Characters, Gamers & Streamers in Video Games

This episode explores the sexualisation of women in gaming— from characters to streamers— and the impact this culture has on the mental health and safety of women in the industry, featuring an interview with creator Phos. Let the Girls Game is a podcast mini-series powered by Let's Sing. Bring the karaoke experience to your living room with Let's Sing 2024, available now at all major retailers. Find Phos here: https://www.phos.live/ Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/   
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Jun 25, 2024 • 18min

MINI SCROLL: Kylie Jenner "dehumanised" by haters, Taylor Swift responds to Dave Grohl, Paris PoopTok + MTV News removes decades of music history

The biggest stories on the internet from June 25th, 2024. Timestamps: 2:09 TikTok responds to Kylie Jenner breaking down over hurtful comments about her face 10:14 Taylor Swift seemingly responds to Foo Fighters' dig about Eras Tour live performance 12:13 Paris PoopTok breakdown 14:30 MTV News archives entire website with two decades worth of pop culture and music history Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 
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Jun 24, 2024 • 15min

MINI SCROLL: Charli xcx vs. Lorde, MrBeast defends trans rights, Madeline Argy & Harry Jowsey (?), Alex Warren & Kouvr Anon married + Swiftie news

Edit: Apparently, the clip of Charli being mistaken for Lorde in that 2014 interview was a skit! I got it from a credible news source but guess they didn't know the lore well, sorry!  The biggest stories on the internet from June 24th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:42 Charli xcx and Lorde make up on the remix 7:32 MrBeast speaks out for trans friend Ava Tyson 10:33 Madeline Argy and Harry Jowsey dating speculation  12:00 Alex Warren & Kouvr Annon married 13:34 Taylor Swift brings Travis Kelce on stage at Eras Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 
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Jun 20, 2024 • 23min

MINI SCROLL: Rhegan777 cat allegations, Ariana Grande claps back at fan, OG Pookie takes over explore page, Chappell Roan "industry plant" + OkBaby drama

The biggest stories on the internet from June 20th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:34 TikTok star Rhegan Coursey is accused of animal neglect 8:04 Ariana Grande claps back at fan about her changing voice 9:40 Old photos of Campbell Puckett AKA Pookie are taking over the IG explore page 12:07 Chappell Roan accused of being an industry plant 15:57 YouTube family vloggers OkBaby embroiled in more drama Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 
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Jun 18, 2024 • 12min

LET THE GIRLS GAME: Is AI The Answer to Gender-Based Harassment Online?

This episode analyses how gender-based harassment manifests for women and gender-diverse people online and explores how AI could be used to combat this culture moving forward. This is a two-part discussion with games studies academics Dr. Mahli-Ann Butt and Dr. Lucy Sparrow. Let the Girls Game is a podcast mini-series powered by Let's Sing. Bring the karaoke experience to your living room with Let's Sing 2024, available now at all major retailers. Find Dr. Mahli-Ann Butt and Dr. Lucy Sparrow's project here: ai-ally.org Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 
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Jun 17, 2024 • 14min

MINI SCROLL: Xandra Pohl new man, Joe Alwyn speaks, Swifties vs. Brat Girl Summer + Oscar de la Renta goes D2C

The biggest stories on the internet from June 17th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:39 Xandra Pohl allegedly has a new man 4:36 Joe Alwyn addresses Taylor Swift split in new interview 7:21 Swifties vs. Charli xcx's Brat Girl Summer 10:00 Oscar de la Renta is done inviting media and influencers to its shows Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/
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Jun 13, 2024 • 32min

The Rise & Anatomy of The Iconic Influencer Apology

Exploring the evolution of influencer apologies, from Notes app to tearful videos, and even ukelele apologies. Highlighting iconic examples like Addison Rae, Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star, and more. Discussing the effectiveness and sincerity of influencer apologies amidst public scrutiny.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 13min

MINI SCROLL: Ariana Grande speaks on Nickelodeon, Billie Eilish ghosted for 6 months + a lesson in TikTok ragebait

The biggest stories on the internet from June 13th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:14 Ariana Grande addresses Nickelodeon allegations 4:11 Billie Eilish opens up about being ghosted for the past 6 months 6:05 TikToker Lilly Gaddis fired from job for saying racial slur + what we can learn from rage bait Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg  Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/  Join our Geneva home: https://links.geneva.com/invite/7eb23525-9259-4d59-95e3-b9edd35861a5  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

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