Aiden Arata
Writer and influencer, known as the Meme Queen of Depression by Mashable. Author of 'You Have a New Memory', a collection of essays exploring the impact of social media on millennials.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 39min
Confessions of a Meme Queen: I Created an Instagram Following to Trick People Into Letting Me Write a Book
Aiden Arata, dubbed the Meme Queen of Depression, shares her journey from Instagram influencer to published author. She reveals how building a following wasn't just about fame but a strategic move to gain literary credibility. Arata discusses the 'AI'd' communication we’ve all adopted on social media, leading to an existential crisis she'd term 'plastic bag theory.' She also contrasts the richness of writing with the surface-level exchanges online, reflecting on the emotional tolls of digital culture and the true art of storytelling.
Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 11min
The Cult of Catholic School
Aiden Arata, writer and queen of depression Instagram, joins the podcast to unpack the pageantry and horror of Catholic schools. They discuss religious trauma, lack of comprehensive sex education, cult-like behavior, favorite punishments, and the impact on students. The speakers share personal experiences, including being outed as queer, guilt and dogmatism, and the resurgence of Catholicism among young progressives. The chapter also explores the power structure within Catholicism and the struggles faced by queer individuals.
