Our season finale covers all things fragrance! Olivia Olfactory joins the podcast to talk about perfume and social media.

The creator is chatting about how she reviews scents for an online audience that can’t actually smell them, working with Selena Gomez and Rare Beauty, the connection between gender politics and fragrance, overused and overlooked scent trends, how social media is changing the perfume industry, and the ethics of dupes.

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Dr. Alix Woolard is here to talk about trauma and social media. The researcher discusses the ethics of ‘trauma dumping’ online, the effects of doomscrolling through triggering content, and the detriments (and benefits!) of TikTok on mental health.

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The Aussie Girl Choir are our newest Internet Friends! The viral sensations join the podcast to talk about singing—and how their performances have struck a chord with millions online.

We chat about the stories behind their most viewed videos, how social media continues to change the tune of the music industry, and what they plan to do with their new-found internet fame.

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How do mental health and social media intersect? OCD and anxiety therapist Mary Feldman is here to explain.

Mary, whose account ‘OCD Rebel Therapist’ has garnered a large online following, is chatting about intrusive thoughts, Reddit rabbit holes, ego-dystonia, self-diagnosis from online information, and other ways social media can help or harm our mental health. Listen for tips on how to protect your wellbeing while online.

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Michelle Casey has made a name for herself as Australia’s first-ever name consultant, amassing hundreds of thousands of followers on her naming account “Grow Little Wildflower.” Now, she’s our latest podcast guest! The name consultant is discussing all things baby names: trends, regret, inspiration––and how social media is influencing it all.

Tune in to learn if ‘grandpa’ names are here to stay, whether cohesive ‘sib sets’ are important, and how Michelle became the name behind name consulting.

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We’re welcoming Leila Makes to the pod! The sewist and blogger discusses building a crafting community online, the ethics of dupes, sewing tips, and social media comparison. Listen now to learn about the best fabrics for beginners, where Leila gets design inspiration, why she avoids the word "seamstress," and more!

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Now in session: our latest episode, “Politics & social media.” Dr. Marlon Twyman from the University of Southern California is here to discuss the relationship between social media and political radicalization, campaigns, and misinformation. The social network expert breaks down the celebrity culture of politicians, social media as a collective memory, and how it democratizes civic information.

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Fashion trend expert Sara Ouardi joins the podcast to talk all things style: how social media is reshaping the shopping cycle, the importance of inclusivity and affordability in fashion, which trends she’s loving… and which trends she’s leaving behind. She shares her methodology for forecasting trends, styling tips, and why she thinks personal style will always be in vogue.

Are skinny jeans ever coming back? Is ‘butter yellow’ worth investing in? Is there precedent for the rise of Labubus? Listen to find out!

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Beloved baker Gemma Stafford is on the pod to share her recipes for digital, business, and culinary success! She explains her journey to millions of YouTube subscribers, the story behind her popular website Bigger Bolder Baking, her approach to social media trends, baking tips, and why brand diversification is her secret ingredient. What’s next for Gemma’s baking empire? Press play to find out.

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Professor Bronwyn Carlson is the world’s preeminent researcher into Indigenous digital life and Head of Critical Indigenous Studies at Macquarie University. She joins the podcast to unpack the complex role of social media for Indigenous Australians. We discuss discrimination, genuine vs. performative activism, digital colonialism, cultural preservation in a digital world, how allies can support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in online spaces, and more.

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