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Bloomberg Businessweek reporter Amanda Mull chats about her internet diary, favorite @dril tweets, and changing views on Peloton. They discuss early internet memories, Titanic fandom, Reddit insights, and the impact of TikTok on reporting. She shares insights on consumerism during the pandemic and rules for online engagement, including limiting public conversations to three replies.

Candice Lim is joined by Slate culture writer Nadira Goffe to play a game of High Speed Downloads, where they get 60 seconds to break down an internet story they’re obsessed with. From the rapidly rising star of the “Hawk Tuah girl” to the awkward BET Awards moment involving Taraji P. Henson and TikTok star Keith Lee, they also give some advice on what to do if you catch someone cheating on your next flight.This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario and Candice Lim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Candice Lim is joined by Slate business and tech writer Nitish Pahwa to break down two stories surrounding artificial intelligence in fashion and advertising. They explore Baggu’s recent collaboration with Collina Strada, which used an A.I. tool in their designs and possibly went against both brands’ commitment to sustainability. Then, they discuss the internet’s reaction to a bad Toys R Us commercial that was made almost entirely with A.I. software. But first, why was Twitter riled up over a Michael Mann movie?This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario and Candice Lim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TIME culture reporter Moises Mendez II joins the podcast to discuss the impact of Tati Westbrook's 'Bye Sister' video on internet culture. They explore how the drama unfolded, involving James Charles and Jeffree Star, and its lasting influence on online communities and influencers.

Candice Lim and Nadira Goffe delve into Ayo Edebiri's internet history, highlighting her social media presence and fan speculation. They discuss her success in comedy, acting, and directing, as well as her journey from early beginnings to stardom. The podcast explores Ayo's diverse talents, entertainment industry relationships, and experiences navigating online fame.

Rachelle Hampton, departing host of the podcast, says farewell as the hosts reflect on their time together and share fan-favorite moments. They discuss internet coverage, community building online, and conspiracy theories. A fun quiz on past episodes, voice memos, and a heartfelt tribute to Rachelle's run on the show.

Listeners share heartfelt stories of finding queer friendship online, from Instagram personals to supportive Yahoo Groups. The hosts discuss a French Netflix movie involving a shark in Paris and their excitement for Love Island USA and UK. They also explore the benefits of Slate Plus subscription and Discover's customer service.

Author John Green discusses tall love on TikTok and being bullied off Tumblr, along with a critique of a 4-hour Star Wars hotel review. The hosts also explore internet culture, viral pranks, and the dynamics of social media platforms.

Today, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes from October 2023 about LinkedIn.In this episode, Rachelle Hampton and Candice Lim dive into the decades-long transformation of LinkedIn from a website for digital resumes to a social networking platform whose devotees have earned the name LinkedIn Lunatics. Founded in 2003 and sold to Microsoft for $26 billion in 2018, LinkedIn has become an inescapable feature of the job hunt. But while the site is ostensibly founded on professionalism, in recent years its fomented its own particular and peculiar brand of terminal onlineness.This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario, Candice Lim and Rachelle Hampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slate staff writer Nadira Goffe joins the host to discuss the Ashley Madison docuseries, exploring controversies of online dating, open relationships on the site, deception in the digital age, and lessons learned from the scandal.