Digital Folklore The Death of Meaning (Gen Z Humor, Absurdism, & Trust in Platforms)
Jan 8, 2024
Exploring Gen Z humor, the erosion of trust in online platforms, expressions of authenticity, and the study of humor. Guests discuss the impact of internet regulation and the evolution of memes, from counterculture to online marketing. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a promotion for another podcast.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Encounters with Tots and the Mysterious Back Room
02:21 • 7min
The Evolving Internet and Lack of Agency
09:32 • 6min
The Impact of Trust in Platforms on the Evolution of Memes
15:02 • 4min
The Evolution of Memes: From Counterculture to Online Marketing
18:56 • 10min
The Impact of Internet Regulation
28:50 • 18min
Wrapping Up and Closing Remarks
47:12 • 6min