Dena and Melissa welcome Pamela Wurst Vetrini (@themostes) to the podcast this week! Pamela went viral on TikTok with her Cliffs Notes videos for Xennials. She tells us what it’s been like going viral and getting comments from TikTok royalty Elyse Myers, Jonathan Graziano, Charlotte Palermino and more. We learn more about her background and her plans for her TikTok content in the future. She tells us about some of her favorite creators like Melina Benches (@melinabee3), Robert Khederian (@notenoughangers), Charles Gross (@charlesgross), @clairefromwhere, @mrs.frazzled, @fluentlyforward, Joseph Corella (@567broadway), Kendahl Landreth (@kendahllandreth), and Ereka Vetrini (@erekasfood). We discuss the latest trends including a looping clip from Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” saying, “Got nothing in my brain.” Featuring one from @doctorsood. Another trend revolves around Vision Boards and Manifesting. Pamela tells us her predictions for TikTok 2022 and gives listeners some TikTok advice. Follow Pamela at @themostes on TikTok and @pamelathemostes on Instagram. 

Check out all the videos mentioned on this week’s episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing the year in review and the new year ahead. 

3:00 - Audio Trends 

The first audio trend comes from @s_johnson_voiceovers saying, “This is a work of art. This is bullshit.” We feature other takes on it from @diybri and @fluentlyforward. 

8:00 - Song Trends

The song “Fool” by Frankie C is trending. Lizzo (@lizzo) uses it to show herself talking about her crushes. A mashup called “Jr Stit x bruno mars x adele” is used by creators showing their year in review. Someone also mashed up Mariah Carey’s Christmas song and Bing Bong. 

12:15 - Viral Breastfeeding Cat Video

A weird viral video of a woman breastfeeding her cat on a plane is making the rounds on TikTok. We feature an explainer from @washingtonpost.  

19:00 - Stovetop Potpourri 

The latest TikTok trend involves making “simmer pots” or “stovetop potpourri.” We listen to a funny video from @whoistaylorhamm. 

23:00 - Dyson Hair Dryer 

The trendiest Christmas present this year was the Dyson hair dryer. Maybe if we had our lives together we’d get it too, until then we are hoping @neat.caroline can help us.  

26:30 - Celebrities on TikTok 

We talk about the latest celebrities making waves on TikTok including Ed Sheeran (@edsheeran) and Ted Cruz’s daughter. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa welcome Clara (@colormeloverly) to the podcast this week! Clara went viral on TikTok with her PR-style videos. She embodies the role of the PR rep of troubled celebrities or public figures, starting with Buckingham Palace and the Kardashians. Clara now does a variety of comedy TikToks and funny videos about corporate America. We learn more about why she loves TikTok, how her content has evolved, and what’s on her FYP. 

We discuss new trends including an audio clip from Tyra Banks on America’s Next Top Model, and users bonding over their love of Celine Dion’s “It's All Coming Back to Me Now.”

We find out some of Clara’s favorite creators including Delaney Rowe @delaneysayshello, Clare Brown @clarabellecwb, Emily Uribe @emilyuuribe, and @thecorporatemama. Follow Clara at @colormeloverly on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. 

Check out all the videos mentioned on this week’s episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Melissa’s illness and the new Covid surge in New York City thanks to SantaCon. 

3:30 - Are you a Nicki fan?

The first trend up is a viral clip from The Wendy Williams Show (guest hosted by Michael Rapaport) where Wendy Osefo (from The Real Housewives of Potomac) tries to prove her Nicki Minaj fandom by quoting a lyric from "Monster." We feature some funny examples from @joshomio, @justinfukoo, and @itsjojosiwa

7:30 - Go Little Rockstar

A song called “Pope is a Rockstar” by Sales is trending on TikTok. Examples from @murrayhillmillennial and @taylahdavies1. 

10:00 - Helikopter by Fazlija

This song trend has people spinning in circles and gathering up other people along the way to spin with them. Examples from @dreamdancefitness and @pandkourt.  

11:20 - Skip Dance Trend

The skip dance trend is making its way through TikTok, and people still can’t figure it out. Our favorites are from @zamiralikesfood, @dylanjjames, and @lelacarabae.

12:55 - High School Relationships

A song by @itsjennaraine inspires creators to share their love stories that started in grade school and are still going strong. Check out ones from  @haiter_ and @tranarchosyndicalist. 

16:25 - Rihanna Interview Clip 

A clip from an interview with Rihanna says she pretends to be confident when she doesn’t feel it. This inspires creators to show themselves without and with makeup. Featuring one from @kristyachayo.

18:45 - Where is the money that she got herself?

This clip from Real Housewives of Melbourne is going viral. We love takes on it that ask how people can afford houses and afford to be influencers. 

20:40 - Trade Me Project

This creator (@trademeproject) just ended a year-long journey of swapping a bobby pin to eventually get a house. A video from @benlapidus makes us feel better about our lives. 

26:50 North West Live on TikTok

North West went live and @emilycschwartz covered it. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Couch Guy’s Slate article. 

9:30 - Kyle Scheele Controversy 

We circle back to Kyle Scheele’s viral Kum & Go TikTok as new information reveals he was working with the brand the whole time. Featuring an explainer by @jamie_regan. 

16:30 - Chanel Advent Calendar TikTok Drama 

We explain the latest drama involving Chanel’s advent calendar. Featuring videos from @colormeloverly and @girlbosstown. 

23:00 - Bing Bong - Sidetalk TV Viral TikTok

The latest TikTok sensation has got everyone saying, “Bing bong!” We explain the trend and shoutout videos from Finneas (@finneas), John Legend (​​@johnlegendofficial), and Lil Nas X (@lilnasx). 

28:00 - Song and Audio Trends, Pranks 

The new song trends on TikTok include “Boom Boom Pow” by the Black Eyed Peas and Adele’s “Water Under the Bridge.” An audio trend by @beccamemes asks creators to recite the same lines over the same audio. A new prank involves people leaving audio messages that cut them off at the worst moment, we feature one from @thatonebroad. 

35:50 - Steve from Blue's Clues on TikTok

Steve Burns (@hioutthereitsmesteve) from Blue’s Clues has taken over TikTok as “the millennial Mr. Rodgers.” A duet from @thekatemoose explains how much has changed since Steve’s been gone.

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast). 

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Hanukkah gifts and pandemic enlarged feet. First up is a new trend using audio of a Facetime call and a girl having a breakdown. The text over the videos reads, “When your bestie says ft but it's not that kind of ft.” We shout out one of our favorites from @yoleendadong. 

5:00 - Brooklyn Bagel Hinge Drama

We break down the latest niche TikTok drama revolving around Jonah Green @verybadatsports connecting with girls on dating apps just to get intel about the best bagels in NYC. Creators @stopitparis, @swagmoneykaite, and @tylo_len weigh in. 

11:30 - Song and Audio Trends

Melissa keeps seeing this country barn dance by @sabrinaprater625 with users duetting it as different parts of the barn scenario. Audio from @nomeatmashers video about Chicago-style pizza has gone viral. A song trend called Drilla by Opps and Blocks is trending, we explain examples from @4_seasons_landscaping_, @averyy.saldivar, and @landonbarkerr.

18:00 - Celebrity and Kid Shared Accounts

We explain the new phenomenon of celebrities creating joint accounts with their young children. Kim Kardashian and North West (@Kimandnorth) lead the pack. Of course, Penelope and Kourtney are also getting in on the fun (@pandkourt). We feature a video from Kardashian Kolloquim @kardashian_kolloquium explaining why they’re doing this and another video by Emily C Schwartz @emilycschwartz. Bethanny Frankel and her daughter (@bethannypeanut) are also jumping on the joint account trend. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast). 

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Dena’s marathon and The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Then, we get right into trends starting with a stitch from @_anastasiagracia_ asking about different community drama on TikTok, including crochet drama (featuring a video from @dxvotie), Bratz doll drama (from @joolieannie), and ant group drama (from @nustellart). 

9:15 - Cup Game

The cup game trend on TikTok involves throwing pens into a cup, and daring yourself to do something if they get in. Featuring videos from @ambernicoleardolino, @2goodmarshall, and @katie.janeee.

12:40 - Then and Now Trend, How Much Do You Get Paid Stitch

Creators use the song “Spirits” by The Strumbellas to show photos of their younger selves versus today. Featuring videos from @retirementhouse and @juleskadenblack. User @itsnitababyyy posted a video with the line, “How much do you get paid?” And people stitch it with their salary. A viral one by @andrewkozaktv talked about local TV salaries.  

18:50 - Duolingo TikTok, Dance and Audio Trends

User @asianbobbyhill found the mastermind behind the brand’s TikTok account using Linkedin. We hear why Duolingo is doing so well on TikTok from @jazsocial_. A song by MOREART inspired a dance trend for when you’re going to eat. Our favorite is from a law firm @jonathanwjohnson_llc. Another audio trend pulls from “Big Mouth,” Nick Kroll (@nickkroll) himself made a TikTok with a quote from the show. As the holidays approach, a line from “Elf” is also trending. 

24:00 - Taylor Swift TikTok AKA SwiftTok

Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) has taken over TikTok after dropping Red (Taylor’s Version). Will Daniels aka Mr. Feeny even posted a promo for Taylor’s new album (@subpargrace). And Taylor commented! We dive into the “not Taylor Swift” account conspiracy theory. User @farebear6 showcases all the brands commenting on Taylor Tok. Taylor posts a video using a trending sound with Selena Gomez. And CJ Donald @attorneycj reports on how men in the music industry have underestimated Taylor Swift. 

34:30 - Miniature TikTok, Kyle Scheele

Weirdly, there’s been a lot of miniature content on TikTok. By that, we mean one man built a mini lego version of his house (@alex_falcone), @slimetownusa built a snail version of The Great British Bake Off, and @worldsbestdogdad built his dogs a mini apartment. Kyle Scheele (@kylescheele) is going viral after making a giant cardboard cutout of himself and placing it in a random gas station. User @toddlertok made a similar promo with his daughter. Melissa points out the differences between comments on Instagram vs TikTok after seeing a video by @demibagby about money flying on the San Diego freeway on both platforms. 

44:00 - Celebrities on TikTok

We welcome Steve Burns from “Blues Clues” (@hioutthereitsmesteve), Jennifer Garner (@jennifergarner) , and Ana Gasteyer (@anagasteyer) to TikTok. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa welcome Harrison Greenbaum (@harrisoncomedy) to the podcast this week! Harrison resisted his sister Dena’s pleas to join TikTok for about a year, but now he’s found success posting clips from his standup routines. He explains his journey on every social media platform over the years, why he thought he was too old for TikTok, and how he’s been building an audience on the platform. 

Follow Harrison (@harrisoncomedy) on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube, and check out his website for more: harrisongreenbaum.com

Check out all the videos mentioned on this episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing TikTok’s obsession with “camp,” featuring a video from @thereforeispam.  

4:30 - Halloween Recap

The famous quote from Mean Girls about Halloween was trending for the holiday. Creators showed off their slutty and not-so-slutty costumes. Our favorites were a CVS receipt and Squidward.  

6:50 - Ryanair TikTok

The airline Ryanair (@ryanair) is killing it on TikTok and bringing all the other brands into the fun. Featuring a video from @rod. 

13:00 - November Trends 

An old viral meme about a snail is making the rounds on TikTok as @noahglenncarter explains, featuring videos from @joe_burke0227 and @rowdexplores. A new trend asks creators to post an old video that made them go viral, featuring @shelbiechey and @malcupnext. A new clip from American Horror Story Murder House is trending. Another trending audio shows someone telling their friend “you’re done,” after trying to pop their pimple, by @kittykatkittykatpur. A cute TikTok from @liliannawilde of her baking pie with her husband has some great stitch reactions from @kimchieats, @audge9129, and @bitch_fart.

And finally, Mariah Carey (@mariahcarey) lets us all know it’s time for Christmas. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Dena and Melissa start the show discussing fire alarms and cooking gone wrong. 

4:00 - Holy Spirit Activate 

We explain a viral audio clip with Chynna Phillips Baldwin from Family Feud hosted by Steve Harvey. Featuring TikToks from @doctorelly and Jojo Siwa (@itsjojosiwa). 

7:45 - Meet Me At Our Spot 

The song “Meet Me At Our Spot” by THE ANXIETY, Tyler Cole, and Willow is all over TikTok. We mention videos from @cpizzle95, Will Smith (@willsmith), and @wshanelance. 

14:10 - Brands on TikTok

We discuss the juxtaposition of brands posting self-referential content on TikTok. Featuring a video from @all_day_breakfast_.

19:40 - Drink a 7Up, Eat a Moonpie

A viral TikTok audio from @priscilla91_ features a sheriff saying, “Drink a 7up, eat a moonpie, quit murdering people.” The official Moonpie account (@theoriginalmoonpie) has a great response. 

22:08 - Metaverse

We love a TikTok from @sineadbovell explaining the metaverse and why Facebook and other tech companies are betting on it. 

28:00 - Halloween Audio Trends

The TikTok trends for Halloween include showing off your costume using audio from @olivia.madeira of “Bad Girls” by M.I.A., we feature a TikTok from @ashsotiro going as an airpod. Creator @ianasher mashes up “Somebody’s Watching Me” with “Thriller” and people are using it to show before and after looks for Halloween. A clip from American Horror Story where Sarah Paulson yells, “The killer is escaping,” has gone viral on TikTok. Sarah Paulson herself joined Lizzo (@lizzo) on TikTok to try the trend where you say the words without emotion. Billie Eilish (@billieeilish) flared her nostrils to the words. 

Our favorite creator this week is @happykelli. She does incredible transition videos. She recently turned into candy corn for Halloween. 

Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).