From Donna. More and more people are saying social media feels worse than ever. I feel the exact same way even though I can’t stop scrolling. Today, I break down how modern content can still be endlessly engaging, yet leave us feeling strangely empty afterwards. We’ll look at how the platforms use to work, how…

From Donna. Wow I’m back! After the series finale of Stranger Things I was sent down an AI Rabbit Hole, on social media. I should have put my phone down, but I couldn’t look away. What started out as viral scene rewrites I found on Twitter escalated into alternative timelines that were creepy. What I…

From Donna. There has been this ongoing trend of viewers accusing commentary channels of covering up anytime Mr. Beast makes a mistake. Is this a case of the audience hungry for blood or is this a case of the entire drama community being wrong? Today, I attempt to answer that question in this video. Using…

From Donna. Recently, I’ve observed a gradual change in how people view finance influencers. What once served as a valuable educational resource now seems more like a platform that prioritizes views and affiliate marketing. This shift in perception is not unique to me; there is a growing online sentiment among followers who share this perspective.…

From Donna. Today, we dive into the complex dynamics of online friendships that have captivated audiences. Can true friendship thrive in the business context that is social media influencer, or will it cause the inevitable downfall of a relationship? Perhaps what we saw was a group, that was never truly friends to begin with. Join…

From Donna. In the early 2010s, Anne Hathaway faced an unexpected wave of criticism and negativity from the internet, despite her impressive achievements and starring roles in beloved films. Dubbed as the "Hathahaters," a group of anti-fans emerged online, targeting the actress with unwarranted hate and disdain.This video explores the curious phenomenon surrounding Anne Hathaway’s…

From Donna. In this intriguing video, we delve into the controversial decision made by the founders of Watcher, a YouTube channel known for its high-quality content. We examine how their announcement of a new subscription service sparked outrage among their loyal fanbase and how a psychological concept of reactance played a key role in shaping…

From Donna. The internet has has gone ballistic after Ariana Grande was accused of cheating on her ex-husband Dalton Gomez, with co-star Ethan Slater. Best known for his role as SpongeBob on broadway, Slater shocked the world when he decided to divorce his wife, and move on with the pop singer. What makes this situation…

From Donna. Support Me Here: https://www.patreon.com/PsychIRL The Whittaker’s story went viral back in 2020 when photographer Mark Laita, interviewed the family at their home. The video touched many and spurred successful GoFundMes to aid the family with their living expenses. However, a YouTuber by the name of Tyler Olivera recently scrutinized the legitimacy of the…

From Donna. Support Me Here: https://www.patreon.com/PsychIRL The 15 million sub YouTuber, Airrack just got caught faking his videos. While many have claimed this is a “nothing burger”, it reveals just how much YouTube has changed. Today we take a deep dive into the controversy of Airrack and even talk to a former team member that…

From Donna. Support Me Here: https://www.patreon.com/PsychIRL Imagine minding your own business, as you walk down the street. A stranger points a camera in your face, without saying a word. You don’t respond and he starts shouting expletives at you. You’re familiar with social media, so you know this guy’s motive. He’s one of those influencers…

From Donna. Patreon 02/14: The Disadvantages of Attractive Woman – https://www.patreon.com/PsychIRL Gaining over 18 million followers on Tik Tok, Matt Rife’s success eventually led him to a Netflix special. Known for being the “hot comedian” fans swooned over Rife’s crowd work, pushing his Tik Tok content into the millions of views. However, his rise came…

From Donna. One month ago, a YouTuber by the name of Fidias flew to Japan in order to film a video called, “I travelled across Japan For Free”. In the video he breaks several laws just for content like begging for money, stealing food, and sneaking on the train and bus without paying. This incident…

From Donna. Almost a year ago, I investigated why so many minimalists in the community were making videos explaining minimalism’s dark side. Some have even expressed leaving the lifestyle. In an interesting twist of events, 3 of the movement’s most prominent figures saw the video and reached out to me for a discussion. This is…

From Donna. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PsychIRL If you’re familiar with the name Fousey, you’re probably familiar with the never ending cycle he takes his viewers on, that rollercoaster ride of rallying behind this underdog, the excitement of seeing his triumphs, and then like clockwork, a seemingly inevitable descent into chaos. Viewers disappointed by his actions, he withdraws…