Tattle Tales & MSN Trails: How Social Media Shaped Us

Remember when your biggest worry online was picking the perfect Bebo skin or crafting the ideal MSN status? In this nostalgic and laugh-out-loud episode of Was Your Ma on Telly, the hosts take a hilarious and heartfelt trip down memory lane—reminiscing about early social media, catfishing mishaps, and the wild west of online messaging. But it’s not all glitter text and Top 16 drama; they also dive into how platforms like Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram have morphed into megaphones for influencers, misinformation, and parenting minefields. Whether you're a digital native or a dial-up survivor, this episode will make you laugh, cringe, and think twice about your first profile pic. Tune in for a dose of nostalgia, honesty, and a dive into the topical issue of Tattle Life.

0\0:00 The Evolution of Social Media: A Nostalgic Journey

04:43 From Bebo to Facebook: The Rise of Online Identity

10:56 The Impact of Social Media on Personal Relationships

19:11 Catfishing and Online Deception: The Dark Side of Social Media

24:49 Twitter: The Double-Edged Sword of Instant Feedback

32:06 Misinformation and the Responsibility of Social Media Platforms

34:50 The Evolution of Social Media Platforms

39:30 The Rise of Influencers and Commercialization

45:56 The Shift from Instagram to TikTok

49:52 Navigating Social Media as Parents

53:54 The Impact of Social Media on Personal Identity

01:06:41 The Good, The Bad, and The Future of Social Media

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