Social Media

Bluesky: The New “Old” Twitter

Twitter is arguably one of my most used social media platforms. I was, sometimes still am, an avid user and would tweet every little thing that...

To be an Artist in the digital times

One of the many advantages the internet has brought us is the accessibility of culture. Nowadays, there is no need to visit a museum or gallery...

November 17, 2024 by zuzuzuz Art Digital Media Social Media Virtual Visionaries 5

PODCAST: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (posted on Instagram)

In this episode, building on insights from my blog post, Response to Injustice: Digital “Activism” and the Need for Real-World Action, I’m joined by my comrade...

November 11, 2024 by roo Digital Media Slacktivism Social Media Social Movements Virtual Visionaries 0

Living for the aesthetics

I was 14 when I downloaded Instagram in 2016. Most of my friends had been on social media for a long time, while for me, it...

October 28, 2024 by zuzuzuz Children Digital Instagram Internet Media Mental Health Self Social Media Virtual Visionaries 4

This is so relatable

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October 20, 2024 by zuzuzuz Digital Influencer Instagram Internet Media Memes Online Community Social Media Virtual Visionaries YouTube 2

Sticky brat summer Sunday afternoons and cathartic bitter Saturday evenings – The absurdity of Spotify’s new Daylists

Although Spotify has been the leading music streaming service for approximately the past decade, it still continuously releases new updates. But maybe the updates are not released...

October 14, 2024 by helmi<3 Digital Dynamos Music Spotify 1

My Digital Role: Bookclub Host

In the offline world, reading is one of my favorite hobbies. This is an interest I share with my friends. However, running a book club has...

October 13, 2024 by Amandakyara Digital Dynamos e-readers Social Media 2

You’re Not My Friend

Imagine this: you go to YouTube, Twitch or any other video-content platform. You find some creators that you particularly like and you end up following them...

October 13, 2024 by shizu Entertainment Social Media Twitch Virtual Visionaries 2

Do I really want to buy these jeans or did the girl on Pinterest just look very good in them?

Social media makes it hard to tell if we genuinely like something or if we’re just chasing the latest trend. Fast fashion thrives on this cycle, constantly pushing new styles that we feel pressured to buy. The result? A closet full of clothes we don’t truly connect with, all while contributing to overconsumption and environmental harm.

October 13, 2024 by Vyara Advertisements Algorithms Body Image Consumerism Consumption Content Creators Digital Fashion Economy Influencer Media Online Shopping Reviews Self Social Social Media trend Virtual Visionaries 0

2020s; the Indecisive Fashion Decade

We as humans are prone to nostalgia, especially when it comes to visual aspects of life such as fashion. There is nothing new under the sun,...

October 9, 2024 by helmi<3 Consumerism Consumption COVID19 Digital Dynamos Digital Fashion Online Shopping TikTok trend 1

The Ethics of Online Shaming: Accountability vs. Cancel Culture

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October 7, 2024 by Marianne Heemskerk Cancel culture Digital Dynamos Online Platforms Social Media 2

I will write the message in my notes app and you will tell me if I should send it ok?

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October 7, 2024 by zuzuzuz Accessibility Apps Digitalization Language Mental Health Smartphones Social Social Media Virtual Visionaries 2

Social Media and Right-Wing Conspiracy Theories

Earlier this week, Austria’s far-right FPÖ emerged as the big winner in the national elections. The FPÖ, founded by former Nazis in the 1950s, is known...

October 6, 2024 by Nelleke Conspiracy theories Politics Social Media Virtual Visionaries 1

A love letter to Letterboxd

This week, I explore a little further into an app I really have enjoyed using, namely Letterboxd, which is like Goodreads, but for films. You can track what you’ve watched, share reviews, and connect with others who love cinema. Started in 2011 by two New Zealanders, it’s grown into a massive community. Whether it’s logging a favorite film or reading others’ takes, Letterboxd makes discovering movies even more fun.