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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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Jun 11, 2024 • 13min
LET THE GIRLS GAME: How Video Games Became 'Gendered'
This episode explores why women face more harassment online, with a specific focus on how video games became gendered. 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_/

Jun 10, 2024 • 21min
MINI SCROLL: Cody Ko & Tana Mongeau, YouTube family vlogger updates, TikTok tradwives rebrand + Sabrina Carpenter's Please, Please, Please
The biggest stories on the internet from June 11th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:39 Tana Mongeau's allegations against Cody Ko 6:08 TikTok family creators Matt and Abby Howard come under fire for viral Father’s Day clip 10:44 Myka Schauffer docu-series on adoption scandal 14:08 Sabrina Carpenter releases new single Please, Please, Please 15:52 Are TikTok tradwives rebranding? 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_/

Jun 6, 2024 • 29min
The History of Influencer Marketing: How TikTok Redirected our Attention
Delve into the history of influencer marketing, from the 1930s to modern-day TikTok disruptions. Discover how technology shifts shaped the industry, with insights on successful brand campaigns. Hear from Inuit Mailchimp's global creative director on their Australian launch and marketing strategies. Explore the evolution of influencer marketing and Mailchimp's integrated campaigns with diverse creators. Learn about TikTok's impact on influencer collaborations and future trends in marketing.

Jun 6, 2024 • 9min
MINI SCROLL: Elvis Paytas-Hacmon, Gypsy Rose Blanchard sues true crime YouTuber + JoJo Siwa's new woman
The biggest stories on the internet from June 6th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:06 Trisha Paytas gives birth to second daughter, Elvis Paytas-Hacmon 2:58 Gypsy Rose Blanchard attempts to sue true crime YouTube channel 6:25 JoJo Siwa photographed kissing new woman 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_/

Jun 4, 2024 • 14min
LET THE GIRLS GAME: The History & Impact of the 1990s 'Games for Girls' Movement
This episode explores the history of the 'Games for Girls' movement from the 1990s and its impact on modern game development, featuring an interview with video game developer and advocate Ally Hennessey. 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 Ally's game Mystique Antiques here: https://www.instagram.com/mystiquesgame/?hl=en 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_/

Jun 4, 2024 • 12min
MINI SCROLL: Youthforia addresses "black facepaint" foundation backlash, Sabrina Carpenter new album + X to allow nudity
If you got the unedited version of this download where I butchered that girl's Instagram username over and over again, no you didn't. xx The biggest stories on the internet from June 4th, 2024. Timestamps: 00:25 Youthforia responds to massive backlash over their foundation shade range expansion 6:30 Sabrina Carpenter announces new album following the success of Espresso 8:30 X announces it will soon allow adult content on the platform 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_/

Jun 3, 2024 • 7min
MINI SCROLL: Alix Earle & Xandra Pohl SI Swim Week recap + MrBeast surpasses T-Series
The biggest stories on the internet from June 3rd, 2024. 00:51 Alix Earle SI digital cover star + backlash for walking with younger sisters in Swim Sweek show 5:00 Xandra Pohl also walks in SI Swim Week show amid Alix Earle rift 6:06 MrBeast surpasses T-Series to become most-subscribed to YouTube channel 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 our publication: https://www.instagram.com/centennialworld/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/

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May 30, 2024 • 1h 9min
The Evolution of Influencer Scams & Social Media Fraud w/ Meredith Lynch
TikTok star Meredith Lynch discusses influencer scams & social media fraud. Topics include fake followers, reviews, crypto promotions, undisclosed affiliate links, TikTok Shop, Instagram giveaways, and Master Resell Rights.

May 30, 2024 • 10min
MINI SCROLL: Brianna Chickenfry podcast drama, Match My Freak TikTok trend + Landon Barker shades ex Charli D'Amelio
Guest Brianna Chickenfry discusses drama with Alix Earle over merch design and potential solo podcast. Explore relationship dynamics and TikTok trend 'match my freak.' Landon Barker shades ex Charli D'Amelio on Instagram, hinting at unresolved feelings.

May 29, 2024 • 13min
MINI SCROLL: MrBeast takes on SocialBlade with new analytics site + Grace Beverly penalised in “landmark ruling” for influencer marketing
The biggest stories May 29th, 2024. Timestamps: 1:00 MrBeast launches new website that dives into detailed stats on any YouTube channel 5:40 Influencer Grace Beverly penalised in “landmark ruling” for influencer marketing 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 our publication: https://www.instagram.com/centennialworld/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/


