Everyone's favourite new social media app, BeReal, promises an unfiltered and candid insight into our daily lives.

But does it live up to the hype? And is there really such a thing as authenticity on social media?

Millennial writer Patrick Lenton and Gen Z journalist Carla Jaeger join The Drop to talk about our current social media landscape.

The Drop is a weekly show tackling the latest in the world of pop culture and entertainment. Join host Osman Faruqi and the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age's team of culture writers and critics along with interviews with musicians, actors, film makers and everyone involved in the world of culture.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.