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Is it a Coincidence, or is it Ear Hustling?

January

Angie MarCo
January 20, 2025
Social Media Practices

Is it a Coincidence, or is it Ear Hustling?

Ever had one of those moments where you swear your phone is listening to your every word? You know, like when you mention you need a new vacuum cleaner and suddenly every ad on your feed is for the latest Dyson model? Welcome to the world of ear hustling—a term as modern as it gets for this uncanny phenomenon. Let's dive into the hilarious (and slightly creepy) world of coincidences, algorithms, and maybe a dash of good old-fashioned paranoia, especially as it relates to social media and advertising.

Un-Ticking the Clock: How the TikTok Ban Shook the Social Media World

January

Angie MarCo
January 19, 2025
Social Media Practices

Un-Ticking the Clock: How the TikTok Ban Shook the Social Media World

Once upon a time, in the wild world of social media, there was a digital dance floor where teens and adults alike could show off their best moves, lip-sync their favorite songs, and participate in challenges that ranged from the bizarre to the hilarious. This magical place was called TikTok. But then, in a plot twist that could rival any viral dance trend, the United States decided to hit the pause button. Yep, folks, I'm talking about the TikTok ban.