Silence, Brand! 09.03.24
đĻ Happy Loop Day!, RIP Brat Summer, THE JONKLER, aliens, constipated aaa!, + Baby Invasion (+ the benefits of spatchcocking your chicken)
that feeling when you have a long weekend and are feelin good but then you log on to find an update on EVERY SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM and then its almost midnight but you committed to kickin this newsletter out twice a week but never thought about how that might affect TuesMondays in the future
*puts a finger down*
BUT AT LEAST WE HAVE THE JONKLER, AM I RIGHT???
we put too many trends in this issue
[again]
k byeeeeee
(and have fun explaining to your boss why canva now costs 300x more than what it used to! â sounds like the work of the jonkler if you ask me)
Almost missed it, but Happy Loop Day to those who celebrate!
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Yulia Putintseva Issues Apology Over Ball Girl Controversy at US Open (SI)
Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan faced criticism for her behavior towards a ball girl during her match against Jasmine Paolini of Italy at the 2024 U.S. Open. Putintseva was seen appearing dismissive as the ball girl attempted to supply her with tennis balls, leading to public backlash and subsequent apology from Putintseva on her Instagram page.
Teens are losing interest in school, and say they hear about college 'a lot' (NPR)
According to a new national survey by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation, school engagement among Gen Z students is declining, with many feeling disconnected from what they're being taught.
The survey also highlights a college-bound engagement gap, with non-college-bound students feeling less challenged and optimistic about their future.
Additionally, it reveals that students value teachers who care about them as individuals and that schools predominantly focus on college, neglecting to discuss alternative paths like apprenticeships and vocational programs.
RIP, Brat Summer (NME)
Charli XCX has officially declared an end to âBratâ summer, marking the conclusion of the album's cultural phenomenon. The musician teased a new remix on TikTok and hinted at a potential collaboration with artists like Bon Iver and Danielle Haim, while also announcing her role in an upcoming film directed by Gregg Araki.
How Google Forms became the hottest new dating app (Dazed Digital)
Fatigued by traditional dating platforms, people are using Google Forms to advertise themselves, allowing for a more direct approach and potentially a wider audience.
Why does everyone in Boston move on September 1? (Boston)
The tradition of September 1 as Boston's moving day, tracing its origins back to 1899 and discussing the various factors that contribute to this phenomenon, including the influence of the academic calendar and the impact of summer vacation. It also creates a shitshow that best unfolds on TikTok.
Police Allegedly Discovered Mushrooms, Marijuana on '1,000-Lb. Sisters'' Amy Slaton After She Was Bitten by Camel (People)
Reality star Amy Slaton was treated for a reported camel bite at the Tennessee Safari Park zoo before being taken to jail on multiple drug and child endangerment charges. Slaton and Brian Scott Lovvorn were arrested and remain in custody, each on $10,000 bond, while Slaton's two children were placed in the custody of family members.
RIP 'Russian spy whale' Hvaldimir (NPR)
Hvaldimir, a beluga whale with a mysterious past and a friendly demeanor, was found dead in Norway under suspicious circumstances. The beloved whale had gained international attention for his interactions with humans and had inspired efforts for marine conservation.
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TikTok Becomes Alien Communication Platform: (TikTok)
Thousands of TikTokers joined an alien-themed live earlier today hosted by @purple_alien_lover, where all guests of the live changed their profile picture to match a green alien aesthetic and made alien noises (gleep gloop vibes) until they either left the live or were replaced by another guest.
The live was shared over 30,000 times, with a steady average of 2k active viewers for the several hours it lasted.
Disintegrate me with water
TikTokers use this trending audio to validate their decisions.
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Ding Dong
TikTokers use this trending audio to demonstrate what phrase will make them arrive at a friendâs house immediately if said to them.
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Joker Beatbox
This TikTok audio, which features The Joker beatboxing with the phrase âWhy so serious?â, represents maximum brain rot while also making fun of millennials who relate their personality to the Batman villainâaka THE JONKLER
I canât take this off ever
TikTokkers are using this audio from Legends of Oz to show off the outfits they are guilty of repeating or their favorite types of clothing.
Use this as your streak for the day
TikTokkers suggests sending videos to avoid losing in-app streaks for consecutive days of messaging.
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Not the bore worms
This audio clip from Ts Madisonâs appearance on The Bald and The Beautiful podcast has sparked a recent earworm stemming from a quote from the movie Flash Gordon.
âSorry was I loud? In my own house?â
TikTokkers use this Taylor Swift audio to describe how they can do whatever they want in the safe spaces they have created.
20 billion aaa
TikTokkers are using this audio to rank things from one to ten (while claiming they're constipated).
100% - 0%
Beauty TikTokers are sharing carousels of themselves ranging from 100% (full glam makeup looks) to 0% (no makeup looks).
Krispy Kreme Is Honoring Barbie's 65th Birthday With 4 All-New Doughnuts â and Yes, There's a Ton of Pink (Food & Wine)
welcome back from the holiday weekend, social media managers!
everything is on fire XOXO
X / Twitter
Brazil plans to fine anyone who tries to use X via VPN (Mashable)
Bluesky tops app charts and sees 'all-time-highs' after Brazil bans X (Tech Crunch)
Elon Musk's X TV is now available in your living room | Digital Trends (Digital Trends)
X finally lets you edit DMs on iOS. Here's how. (Mashable)
Good Read: The burning of the Library of Alexandria for fandoms (
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TikTok
TikTok's new 'Manage Topics' tool gives you more control over your For You feed; here's how to use it (Tech Crunch)
Instagram Adds Broadcast Channel Replies (Social Media Today)
Instagram Adds Stories Comments To Encourage Interaction (Social Media Today)
Snapchat
Snapchat is going to put ads next to messages from your friends (The Verge)
Snap CEO says the company is testing a 'simplified' Snapchat (Tech Crunch)
Canva
Canva says its AI features are worth the 300 percent price increase (The Verge)
Tumblr
Tumblr will move all of its blogs to WordPress â and you might not even notice (The Verge)
Everything Else
Social networks canât be forced to filter content for kids, says judge (The Verge)
Good Read: As Google and Meta vie for digital ad spend, should social or search teams lead? (The Drum)
AI-Fakes Detection Is Failing Voters in the Global South (WIRED)
RIP, Fatman Scoop (AP News)
@dailymailđ¨BREAKING NEWSđ¨ Rapper Fatman Scoop has passed away at age 53 after collapsing on stage on Friday. His tour manager announced his passing on Saturday, saying he was "lost for words." This is a breaking news story; follow for more updates. #rip #fatmanscoop #restinparadise #breakingnewsTiktok failed to load.
Enable 3rd party cookies or use another browserZara Larsson Celebrates Topping Billboardâs TikTok Chart Thanks To Dolphin Meme (Stereogum)
Oasis says reunion tour tickets can only be resold at face value on official sites (undefined)
Adele Going on âBreakâ After Las Vegas Residency (Pitchfork)
Lollapalooza Argentina, Chile, & Brazil Announce 2025 Lineups (Stereogum)
The $10 million cocktail everyone is drinking at the US Open (CNN)
Remedyâs Supernaturally Beloved Games Are Coming to Hollywood (Gizmodo)
A16zâs Joshua Lu says AI is already radically changing video games and Discord is the future (Tech Crunch)
Concord Is Suddenly Getting Pulled Offline With Sony Promising Full Refunds (IGN)
Bethesda Yanks âDoomâ Mod About Killing Margaret Thatcher From Storefront (Gizmodo)
Grammy CEO says music industry also has AI concerns (Tech Crunch)
Strange Noises Are Coming from Inside Boeingâs Starliner Spacecraft (WIRED)
'Emotion AI' may be the next trend for business software, and that could be problematic (Tech Crunch)
NaNoWriMo is in disarray after organizers defend AI writing tools (The Verge)
The First-Ever MoMA x Nike Collab Is Kinda Sock-ing (HighSnobiety)
Liam Gallagher is (finally) the official face of Stone Island (Dazed Digital)
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Enable 3rd party cookies or use another browserParis Hiltonâs New Walmart Collection Is Filled with Affordable Pieces âThat Slayâ (People)
eBay Brings Pre-Loved Fashion To The Catwalk In New York And London (Vogue)
Good Read: The 5 Best Beauty Drops of August (HighSnobiety)
Good Watch: NYFW Fashion Tech Events & Runways
@marykorlindownsLinks & Invites will be added to my substack tomorow morning! Subscribe to get notified! #fashion # nyfw #fashionweek #fashiontech #fashiontechnology #fashiontok #fashiontechgirl #nycfashion #designerfashion #invitetonyfw #runway #secondhand #ebay #newyorkevents #fashionevents #fashiontechevents #greenscreenTiktok failed to load.
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How âMilk & Serial,â a Clever Slasher Made for $800 and Released for Free on YouTube, Became a Must-Watch for Horror Fans (Variety)
RIP, James Darren (Variety)
Good Read: 42 movies you'll want to see this fall (Mashable)
Good Read: âBaby Invasionâ Review: Harmony Korineâs Disturbing First-Person Shooter Doesnât Care What You Think of It (IndieWire)
Good Read: âOwn an audience, donât just rent oneâ (The Drum)
The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: What's a 'Wojak'? (LifeHacker)
Silence, Brand! is an internet culture and marketing newsletter compiled by unhinged brand marketing professionalsâan elite army of internet idiots.
Thank you to this installmentâs contributors: Ryan Benson, Dayna Castillo, Lenny Leithauser, David Cline, Dejaih Smith, and Benton Williams
I am incensed about the untimely death of Hvaldimir the whale and strongly suspect foul play. Putin is petty as hell, heâd totally have someone shoot a whale that defected, and wait five years to do it, too.