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- The First Ever Meme
In this very first episode of The History of Memes, host Brooklyn Edits takes you on a journey way before TikToks and X threads—to 1921, when what’s believed to be the first-ever meme appeared in a satirical magazine. From Richard Dawkins’ original definition of a “meme” to the early visual gags that still echo in today’s formats, this episode explores the origins of meme culture and what makes a meme timeless.
Discover how a simple two-panel cartoon from a century ago paved the way for the chaotic, hilarious content we scroll through today.
5 min
About The History of Memes
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The History of Memes is the podcast that dives deep into where memes came from, how they’ve evolved, and why they completely take over our brains. Hosted by Brooklyn Edits — a…
YouTuber obsessed with memes and editing — this show explores everything from the very first meme in 1921 to viral trends that break the internet today. Whether you’re a casual scroller or a full-on meme lord, this is your behind-the-scenes look at internet culture’s funniest phenomenon.