Internet Analysis

Let's discuss performing "busyness" at work and the rise of "Bullsh*t Jobs."I think it's deeply insulting that the vast majority of people have to spend at least 40 hours per week doing questionable labor... and many don't even get the dignity of a living wage. Let's dream of a better future!! Better jobs, better pay, and shorter work weeks.

Let's discuss the excesses of modern (American?) bachelorette trip culture! From strict dress codes and outfit requirements... to extravagant gift bags... To the new trend of reaching out to brands and requesting PR products?? And finally, the concept of "treating your bach like a brand trip." Who is doing this?? And who can afford it all?!

Let's discuss influencer fatigue in the context of 2026! We're tired of screens, ads, and being SOLD stuff, constantly. But at the same time, many people are incentivized to pursue content creation as a potential way to earn extra money.... which is very valuable in this unstable economy. So let's dig in!

Let's discuss female friendships, the complex dynamics of bridesmaids, and why so many friendships end during / after a wedding!TIME STAMPS:00:00 - intro1:23 - the fantasy of the perfect girl group3:30 - the social media of it all4:19 - bridemaids are SO sorority-coded5:07 - how do you actually pick your bridesmaids??7:47 - thanks, Opera!9:26 - insecurity, comparison, and jealousy10:27 - not enough friends for bridesmaids?14:38 - the demands of being a bridesmaid16:35 - bachelorette party culture & bach trips18:53 - is a 5 day bach trip too much?? (just say no?) 27:50 - the unique pressures of bach / group trips29:59 - the corporate communication style32:10 - the bridesmaid to friend breakup pipeline!!33:57 - you're just not that close anymore35:29 - high pressure situations reveal the cracks36:20 - you dropped all your friends for a man!!38:09 - final thoughts

potential new series on my 2nd channel - Loud and Wrong! in which I dissect silly fights and misinformation within comment sections

let's discuss compulsory gift-giving around the holidays... for the algo: Have we forgotten what the holidays are really about? We're overwhelmed with gift guides, ads, affiliate links... We're spending money on gifts we can't afford... and we're receiving gifts we don't really want. White elephant, Yankee swap, Dirty Santa... Too many gift exchanges!! It's a lot of waste and clutter. Overconsumption! So, it's ok to opt out of gifts, it's ok to change traditions, focus on experiences and quality time!!► TIME STAMPS:0:00 - intro1:57 - thanks, CookieRun!3:03 - compulsory giving and "gift debt"4:44 - the WASTE and clutter!8:50 - unwanted gifts can be a burden9:33 - the stigma of regifting12:20 - in defense of wishlists16:30 - gifting should be thoughtful!!17:44 - moms & the mental load of creating holiday magic20:27 - my personal gifting philosophies22:38 - "gift giving is my love language"26:40 - highly recommend donating! toys for tots, angel trees!27:37 - it's ok to opt out of gifts28:50 - "underconsumption holidays" and new traditions

(Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!)Here's the latest episode from November! Let's discuss the overwhelming wave of facelifts and blephs (eyelid surgeries), especially in the celebrity world. So now the beauty standard is that even the most beautiful A-list 35 year old celebs have to get facelifts?? What's going ON??

(Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!)Here's an episode from October, about the "Hermes Game." Basically, if you ever want to buy a highly-coveted bag like a Kelly or Birkin in the store, you'll have to keep spending more and more money until they OFFER you the opportunity. It's wild. Rich people are fascinating!!

(Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's an episode from August, about one of the worst landlords I've seen... and YES, he's selling a course, teaching others how to profit off being a horrible slumlord of Section 8 housing.

(Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's an episode from July.I have been a long-time giant pickup truck hater because these cars are not only obnoxious... but extremely dangerous to pedestrians and fellow drivers!

(posting my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!) Here's the episode from July. Let's discuss how absolutely absurd and wasteful PR packages have become!!

let's discuss all the time, money, and energy involved in these elaborate beauty maintenance routines! and dig into whether "high maintenance to be low maintenance" is even possible?!

Let's analyze the "influencer accent" - what exactly is it, why do influencers sound like that, and why do audiences seem to hate it so much??

Let's discuss hygienetok, showertok, and all the performative ways we show that we're the CLEANEST of them all!► TIME STAMPS:00:00 - intro2:41 - the only correct shower routine5:33 - personal hygiene is personal (shock!!)8:12 - thanks, Nurx!9:14 - the wash cloth debate15:21 - Black women and the hygiene olympics20:40 - shame and stigma23:48 - what's the point of performative hygiene?24:41 - fragrance & femininity26:15 - is this about BEING clean, or SEEMING clean?27:18 - shower collections & overconsumption30:53 - companies invent insecurities to sell us more stuff33:10 - unnecessary (and maybe harmful) products

are gen z REALLY acting like boomers?? let's discuss...

I was recently interviewed in the family vlogger documentary series, Born to be Viral! so let's discuss...

let's talk about PARENTAL LEAVE and why it is so necessary!!

why use brain when have chat??? (god help us)

let's explore the irony-sincerity dichotomy!!

did millennials really have a better young adulthood than gen z? let's take a little blast to the past...

been working on this since the (temporary??) tiktok ban... social media is just such a mess!

Shari Franke, of the 8Passengers family, is sharing her side of the story.

the impossible beauty standard of the perfect chin + jawline!! i'm exhausted!

taking a quick break from maternity leave to rehash a tiktok argument from a month ago, so LET'S CHAT! unless... commenters don't say hi anymore??

my last upload before baby arrives, wowie!! let's talk about mommy marketing, endless baby product lists, and registry etiquette

romanticize the idea of... actually using the stuff you own? GROUNDBREAKING! (but really...)

financial rage bait, let's get mad!! yeah Caleb and Dave Ramsey... I'm looking at you

absurd influencer to-do lists & the lifestyle creator paradox!! let's discuss

let's discuss how HGTV has impacted culture (and maybe even the housing market)

is achieving "personal style" even possible?? if so... how do we actually figure it out?

let's discuss super messy creators & Cleantok!

please stop removing every ounce of character in these homes...

why is blonde hair so highly valued??? & does it really matter if the blonde is natural?

let's discuss "peaking in high school," Romy and Michelle... in the midst of Tiffany's 10 year impending reunion. cue the comparison and self-consciousness!

why don't people pay attention... read the caption... ?? let's discuss!

let's explore communal living, moving near friends, coliving, cohousing... perhaps we really do all need a village!

the reality tv industry is overdue for big changes!

let's discuss nostalgic reboots, millennial culture, and why so many child stars yearn to go back to their old classic shows

let's dissect the "splitting the bill" discourse... what is the most fair option? will you ruin a friendship over a $5 venmo request???

ticketmaster, bad etiquette... questionable vibes all around!

let's talk about student housing! dorms, off-campus apartments, etc. Why are they often so bad AND so expensive??

let's discuss age and the internet!!

let's talk about "ingredient households" and snacking culture!

the ultra-rich are building luxury doomsday bunkers...

internet analysis: WATERTOK!

let's discuss... AFFILIATE LINKS!

Let's discuss BEAUTY TYPING SYSTEMS!

let's look into the "nomad" RV family lifestyle!

let's discuss home decor trends & deinfluencing!!

let's analyze MrBeast's philanthropy... (again!)