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YouTube is shaking things up with a new podcast chart aimed at boosting its podcasting influence, featuring a list of top 100 shows updated weekly. TikTok sees a wave of celebrity mobile game ads, blending fame and gaming like never before. Meanwhile, the podcast dives into Google's strides in AI search, discussing how it affects our online experience. A cautionary note is struck about generative AI's potential to stifle creativity at work, highlighting the importance of seeking meaningful jobs to combat burnout.

*Note for Spotify video viewers: We are testing a new editing software and only just realised this file exported without the usual graphics and photos to go along with the stories. Apologies for the blank slate today!**The biggest stories on the internet from May 20th, 2025.Timestamps:00:29 Man goes viral for swiping 2 million times on Tinder with only 1 date7:55 BookTok Kickstarter scandal15:19 Charlotte Tilbury vs. Huda Kattan over influencer postFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

Listen to MediaLand here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FGulpo33WeEWvWySm0apoThe biggest stories on the internet from May 19th, 2025.Timestamps:1:25 Kayla Malec & Bee Better respond to James Charles7:04 Celebrity MUA Mary Phillips quotes bride $100K for wedding glam16:35 Chappell Roan's comment section helps indie perfume go viralFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

Dive into the world of 2010s lifestyle YouTube, highlighting its rise through iconic figures like Alisha Marie and LaurDIY. Explore the dynamic friendships and collaborations that shaped content, from BeautyCon to the StyleHaul Network. Unpack the drama surrounding groups like Savage Squad and the Asian Girl Squad, and how their big trips turned into moments of conflict. Finally, reflect on the decline of this niche as audience tastes evolved, re-examining the authenticity and impact of their curated realities.

The biggest stories on the internet from May 15th, 2025.Timestamps:00:38 Bella Hadid denies facelift/fox eye surgery5:43 PlzDontBuyThat vs. Odd Muse TikTok drama13:05 Chat Franke opens up in longform interview about his mother and 8PassengersFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

The biggest tech & social media trends on the internet from May 14th, 2025.Timestamps:1:20 Sam Altman's new launch Orb Mini faces mockery7:48 Spotify releases 'plays' podcast metrics feature12:37 Hinge launches on Substack with mini seriesFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

The biggest stories on the internet from May 13th, 2025.Timestamps:2:53 Phoebe Gates called out by fashion stylist for asking for influencer promo for her new app8:42 Austin McBroom addresses Catherine Paiz cheating allegations13:58 Nylon launches invite-only members club for tastemakersFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

The biggest stories on the internet from May 12th, 2025.Timestamps:1:18 Unf*ck America Tour scandal explained12:33 Madeleine White bachelorette backlash over passport loss16:32 Catherine Paiz book revelationsFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

In this discussion, Tarang Chawla, an award-winning speaker and co-founder of Not One More Nikki, delves into the troubling rise of the manosphere and its effects on Gen Z dating culture. He defines the manosphere, highlighting its themes of toxic masculinity and misogyny. Chawla discusses why some men are attracted to these ideologies, the allure of loneliness and entitlement, and the troubling behaviors of subcultures like incels. He emphasizes the need for positive role models and promotes strategies for fostering safer dating environments.

The biggest stories on the internet from May 8th, 2025.Timestamps:1:35 James Charles & Kayla Malec speak out on Evan Johnson situation6:12 PopeCrave brings conclave updates to social media8:11 AI job interviews are taking over TikTok16:01 Mormon Madoff is latest series inspired by "who tf did I marry?"Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/