Internet Analysis
Episodes
Spilling Tea: The Ethics of Drama Coverage on YouTube
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I focus on the pattern of how drama is covered (and spread) on YouTube, as well as the ethical implications. Is covering drama toxic,...
"Commentary YouTube" is more than just funny white guys
09 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's more to the commentary community than our beloved funny white guys. In this video I share my love for commentary videos, explain how Internet ...
The Dark Sides of Flex Culture
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of 'flexing' on social media: bragging and showing off expensive material possessions. Let's discuss why this content can be harmful.
Is Twitter "Philanthropy" A Scam? (deep dive into free money giveaways)
04 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Twitter philanthropy AKA giving away free money on twitter.... what's the deal? is this a scam? is it legit? WHY?
The Return of Essena O'Neill - interview with the instagram model who quit social media
14 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Interviewing Essena O'Neill, as she returns to social media for the first time in four years. In 2015, Essena famously declared, "social media is not ...
You're Not Relatable Anymore
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You're not relatable anymore! Let's discuss why money and fame can often change a youtuber's content and personality, and make them super unrelatable....
Sustainability Issues We Don't Talk About Enough
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sustainability & environmental activism MUST be intersectional!
The Importance of Deleting Old Posts
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's all delete our old posts bc they're embarrassing and potentially problematic!! I've posted far too much online in the past DECADE and it is time...
Celebrities & Corporate Content Are Taking Over
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why are celebrities and corporate content taking over YouTube?? let's discuss "authentic" youtube, late night shows, the Spill drama, and most importa...
"I'm Not Like Other Girls"
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's analyze the "not like other girls" phenomenon! (Spoiler, it's a lot of internalized misogyny, baby!)
Too Young for Millennials, Too Old for Gen Z
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Am I a millennial or gen z?? This is a tough question for anyone born roughly in the mid 90s - early 00s... what are we and where do we belong?
VSCO Girls, E-Girls, & Tik Tok
31 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to me try to understand these recent trends: VSCO girls, e-girls, & tik tok! What is happening??
The Workload of College is Overwhelming
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Basically, COLLEGE IS OVERWHELMING. Is it even possible to balance class, socializing, sleep, and work??
The Curse Of Being A "Gifted" Student
11 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's dive into the Gifted and Talented Education program! shout out to all my ex-gifted students (and also everyone who was NOT in these programs).
The Impossible Standards of College Admissions
21 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The college application process is hyper-competitive, unfair, and unhealthy. Why are our expectations for high school students so high? What harm can ...
Hustle Culture, Workaholism, and Toxic Productivity
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Work culture, especially in the US, is pretty intense. Let's discuss hustle culture, workaholism, and toxic productivity.
The MLM "Girl Boss" Narrative is a Lie
06 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's analyze MLMs, aka multi-level-marketing, direct sales, social selling, etc. Is it true you can be your own boss, work from your phone, and make ...
Low-Tech Schools & the Privilege of Limiting Screen Time
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, I'm responding to a video about tech-free schools that Silicon Valley parents send their kids to, along with many comments that I found...
Propaganda & PR: How to Manipulate the Masses
15 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss one of my 'intro to media' favs, Propaganda and PR, featuring the master manipulator himself, Edward Bernays.
How Dating Apps Affect Us
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is an overview of the history of online dating, why we use dating apps, and how they affect our behavior and self-esteem.
Dote - An Example of Selective "Diversity"
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Many of you requested that I discuss the Dote scandal - segregated housing at Coachella, token representation of POC, lack of size inclusion, and more...
Is Hookup Culture Unhealthy?
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss hookup culture, the concept of casually dating or having sex, instead of pursuing committed relationships. Is this empowering? Is it pot...
Boycott Coachella? deep dive into owner's anti-LGBTQ donations
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's deep dive into Coachella owner's conservative, anti-LGBT donations... is boycotting Coachella an effective solution?
The War Against Female Body Hair
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I've been seeing more female creators posting about their body hair recently - specifically underarm hair - and I was inspired to dive a bit deeper! I...
The Worst Things about "No Longer Vegan" Videos
29 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I myself am vegan so I thought it'd be fitting to finally discuss what I think about the increasing number of youtubers quitting veganism. Most recent...
Feminism and "Girl Power" in Advertising
21 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm looking at a few "girl power" ads that have gone viral over the past few years, such as Always' Like A Girl campaign, or Dove's body positiv...
The Rich Can Do Anything (Olivia Jade, College Admissions Scandal)
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss the recent college admissions scandal: Olivia Jade, Lori Loughlin, and other rich & famous people have allegedly scammed / paid / br...
The Rise of Minimalism, Decluttering, and Marie Kondo
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today's video is an analysis of the rise of minimalism, decluttering, and Marie Kondo (along with her KonMari method). I think minimalism is a fantast...
Cosmetic Procedures Advertised on Social Media
19 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm exploring why and how cosmetic procedures such as lip fillers, botox, other injections, and minimally invasive procedures are advertised on ...
Filters Ruin Our Self-Perception (Snapchat Dysmorphia)
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With last video’s discussion of Facetune, this week I wanted to explore how Snapchat and Instagram filters affect our self-perception and self-estee...
The Normalization of Facetune is Problematic
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss potential uses of the app Facetune, from simple blemish removal to body reshaping. From Tana Mongeau and James Charles, to Khloe Kardash...
YouTubers Promoting Sketchy Products (Kenza Cosmetics, Mystery Box Gambling)
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores sketchy brand deals such as Kenza Cosmetics and the mystery box gambling website. It's great that youtubers can make money...
Influencer Mansions of LA: Team 10 House, Clout House, & More
01 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore the trend of YouTube collab groups such as Team 10 and Clout Gang moving into mansions in Los Angeles, California. Why would 10+ influen...
The Rise of Thrifting
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss the rise of thrifting! I researched the growing popularity of the secondhand clothing / resale industry so I could share the good and th...
Are You A Good Influence? (Fast Fashion VS Sustainable Clothing)
01 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Internet Analysis: Family Vloggers Pt. 2. Let's talk about privacy - or the lack thereof - in daily vlogging. Are parents exploiting their children fo...
The Dark Side of Family Vlogging
21 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Internet Analysis: Family Vloggers Pt. 2. Let's talk about privacy - or the lack thereof - in daily vlogging. Are parents exploiting their children fo...
Family Vloggers are Ridiculous
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The family vlogging genre is growing more and more everyday. Documenting the lives of your children is one thing, but a lot of this content is questio...
Mental Health on YouTube
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health is discussed pretty often on YouTube these days, mainly focused on anxiety and depression. In this episode I share what I believe to be ...
How Vine Shaped a Generation
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I took a deep dive into my own personal history of Vine and tried to figure out/explain why I think Vine shaped this generation. Why do we love loud, ...
Joana Ceddia is the New Emma Chamberlain
22 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Joana Ceddia has taken over! Is she the "new Emma Chamberlain"? In this episode, I explain my theories of why Joana's channel has blown up in the past...