#122 - 6-7 Stupidity? Or Fun And On Trend?

What does it say about us when a phrase that means almost nothing can take over an entire generation?In this episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley and Jennifer unpack the wild world of viral slang, short-form video culture, and why trends like “6-7” catch fire even when nobody can fully explain them. From TikTok phrases and “brain rot” to acronyms, outfit checks, and kids speaking in shorthand, they explore how social media has changed the way young people talk, connect, and chase belonging.The conversation also moves through their top three current stories, including Caitlin Clark’s long-awaited Nike shoe, J.D. Vance’s faith-focused memoir, and Elon Musk’s growing power in tech, AI, and space. Along the way, they ask bigger questions about attention spans, instant gratification, culture, and whether today’s viral moments are harmless fun or a sign that substance is getting lost.They close with a Got Grit award for Japanese World Cup fans who clean up after themselves, proving that some trends are worth copying.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:04) Recording apart, summer colds, travel, and masks(3:06) Caitlin Clark’s Nike shoe and signature collection(4:45) J.D. Vance, faith, politics, and his new memoir(5:59) Elon Musk, trillionaire status, AI, and global power(11:14) The “6-7” trend and why kids love it(15:14) Slang breakdown: Chud, low key, FR, BDE, ASMR, cuffed, mogging(18:20) Fit checks, OOTD, short-form video, and kids’ screen culture(24:28) Likes, followers, influencers, and the loss of substance(26:18) More slang: tea, 4-1, whip, and trend language(28:45) Got Grit award: Japanese fans cleaning stadiums(32:36) Song lyric segment: “Closer to the Sun” by Slightly Stoopid(33:51) Final thoughts and next episode tease(34:15) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty