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Dena and Catalina are two 30-somethings who are obsessed with TikTok. They’re on a mission to show everyone there’s more to the platform than dancing teenagers. Join them as they discuss the latest trends, creators, and stories on their For You pages. Like TikTok itself, the content will range from the absurd to the educational. Check out their blog at 2old4tiktok.com and instagram @2old4tiktokpod for a recap of each episode and to view all the videos they discuss.
Episodes
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Dena’s recent trip to New Mexico and her mom’s For You Page.
3:30 - Music Trends
The first trend we discuss is, “I ain’t never been with a baddie,” by Dreya Mac, FelixThe1st and Finch Fetti from the song, “Own brand freestyle.” We feature an explainer from @jonnahamilton. Next trend is a viral duet with @staceyryanmusic singing, “Please don’t text me when you’re drunk.” Our favorite duet comes from @tyymichellee. Then, we shout out our favorite new band @lawrencetheband that we found on TikTok. We talk about a dance trend featuring Beyonce’s song as the Freakum Dress Challenge.
20:00 - Audio Trends
A new audio trend uses general background crowd noise to say funny things over it. We feature one from @brittany_broski saying, “Vodka cran. No cran,” to a bartender. The next audio trend pulls a clip from Empire saying, “I gotta put me first,” by @itookyourunicornn.
26:40 - Celebrities on TikTok
The latest celebrity on TikTok is Elle Fanning (@user6754189318472). We love how genuine her content is so far.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Dena and Melissa welcome resident food expert Sam Jinishian to the podcast! They begin the show discussing a bit of nonsense among friends and the Edible Arrangement Dena and Sam gifted Melissa. Melissa tells a story of how she found a dog last week.
10:00 - Green Goddess Salad by Melissa Ben-Ishay @bakedbymelissa
Sam explains the phenomenon behind @bakedbymelissa’s famous TikTok salad. Dena and Sam made it themselves and discuss their experience.
17:40 - TikTok Cake
All the famous TikTokers got a cake from TikTok. Creator @karalynndunton went viral for documenting her experience with her neighbor’s TikTok cake.
25:00 - Banana Loca
Dena explains a device making the rounds on TikTok called Banana Loca. It was featured on Shark Tank. One of the funniest videos comes from @zzzachariah.
31:00 - NYC Food Spots with @devourpower
We love following @devourpower to learn about delicious food spots throughout New York.
Sam explains how to use Google Maps to save cool restaurants you find on TikTok all over the world.
37:00 - Zaria of Duolingo
The creator behind everyone’s favorite TikTok owl is posting more on her personal account now (@zariaparvez).
39:30 - Axel and the Smallest Apartment in NYC
We love @axelwebber. He didn’t get into Juilliard but a ton of verified creators gave him support.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Dena and Melissa welcome Pamela Wurst Vetrini (@themostes) to the podcast this week! Pamela went viral on TikTok with her Cliffs Notes videos for Xennials. She tells us what it’s been like going viral and getting comments from TikTok royalty Elyse Myers, Jonathan Graziano, Charlotte Palermino and more. We learn more about her background and her plans for her TikTok content in the future. She tells us about some of her favorite creators like Melina Benches (@melinabee3), Robert Khederian (@notenoughangers), Charles Gross (@charlesgross), @clairefromwhere, @mrs.frazzled, @fluentlyforward, Joseph Corella (@567broadway), Kendahl Landreth (@kendahllandreth), and Ereka Vetrini (@erekasfood). We discuss the latest trends including a looping clip from Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” saying, “Got nothing in my brain.” Featuring one from @doctorsood. Another trend revolves around Vision Boards and Manifesting. Pamela tells us her predictions for TikTok 2022 and gives listeners some TikTok advice. Follow Pamela at @themostes on TikTok and @pamelathemostes on Instagram.
Check out all the videos mentioned on this week’s episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing the year in review and the new year ahead.
3:00 - Audio Trends
The first audio trend comes from @s_johnson_voiceovers saying, “This is a work of art. This is bullshit.” We feature other takes on it from @diybri and @fluentlyforward.
8:00 - Song Trends
The song “Fool” by Frankie C is trending. Lizzo (@lizzo) uses it to show herself talking about her crushes. A mashup called “Jr Stit x bruno mars x adele” is used by creators showing their year in review. Someone also mashed up Mariah Carey’s Christmas song and Bing Bong.
12:15 - Viral Breastfeeding Cat Video
A weird viral video of a woman breastfeeding her cat on a plane is making the rounds on TikTok. We feature an explainer from @washingtonpost.
19:00 - Stovetop Potpourri
The latest TikTok trend involves making “simmer pots” or “stovetop potpourri.” We listen to a funny video from @whoistaylorhamm.
23:00 - Dyson Hair Dryer
The trendiest Christmas present this year was the Dyson hair dryer. Maybe if we had our lives together we’d get it too, until then we are hoping @neat.caroline can help us.
26:30 - Celebrities on TikTok
We talk about the latest celebrities making waves on TikTok including Ed Sheeran (@edsheeran) and Ted Cruz’s daughter.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Dena and Melissa welcome Clara (@colormeloverly) to the podcast this week! Clara went viral on TikTok with her PR-style videos. She embodies the role of the PR rep of troubled celebrities or public figures, starting with Buckingham Palace and the Kardashians. Clara now does a variety of comedy TikToks and funny videos about corporate America. We learn more about why she loves TikTok, how her content has evolved, and what’s on her FYP.
We discuss new trends including an audio clip from Tyra Banks on America’s Next Top Model, and users bonding over their love of Celine Dion’s “It's All Coming Back to Me Now.”
We find out some of Clara’s favorite creators including Delaney Rowe @delaneysayshello, Clare Brown @clarabellecwb, Emily Uribe @emilyuuribe, and @thecorporatemama. Follow Clara at @colormeloverly on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter.
Check out all the videos mentioned on this week’s episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Melissa’s illness and the new Covid surge in New York City thanks to SantaCon.
3:30 - Are you a Nicki fan?
The first trend up is a viral clip from The Wendy Williams Show (guest hosted by Michael Rapaport) where Wendy Osefo (from The Real Housewives of Potomac) tries to prove her Nicki Minaj fandom by quoting a lyric from "Monster." We feature some funny examples from @joshomio, @justinfukoo, and @itsjojosiwa
7:30 - Go Little Rockstar
A song called “Pope is a Rockstar” by Sales is trending on TikTok. Examples from @murrayhillmillennial and @taylahdavies1.
10:00 - Helikopter by Fazlija
This song trend has people spinning in circles and gathering up other people along the way to spin with them. Examples from @dreamdancefitness and @pandkourt.
11:20 - Skip Dance Trend
The skip dance trend is making its way through TikTok, and people still can’t figure it out. Our favorites are from @zamiralikesfood, @dylanjjames, and @lelacarabae.
12:55 - High School Relationships
A song by @itsjennaraine inspires creators to share their love stories that started in grade school and are still going strong. Check out ones from @haiter_ and @tranarchosyndicalist.
16:25 - Rihanna Interview Clip
A clip from an interview with Rihanna says she pretends to be confident when she doesn’t feel it. This inspires creators to show themselves without and with makeup. Featuring one from @kristyachayo.
18:45 - Where is the money that she got herself?
This clip from Real Housewives of Melbourne is going viral. We love takes on it that ask how people can afford houses and afford to be influencers.
20:40 - Trade Me Project
This creator (@trademeproject) just ended a year-long journey of swapping a bobby pin to eventually get a house. A video from @benlapidus makes us feel better about our lives.
26:50 North West Live on TikTok
North West went live and @emilycschwartz covered it.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Thursday Dec 09, 2021
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Couch Guy’s Slate article.
9:30 - Kyle Scheele Controversy
We circle back to Kyle Scheele’s viral Kum & Go TikTok as new information reveals he was working with the brand the whole time. Featuring an explainer by @jamie_regan.
16:30 - Chanel Advent Calendar TikTok Drama
We explain the latest drama involving Chanel’s advent calendar. Featuring videos from @colormeloverly and @girlbosstown.
23:00 - Bing Bong - Sidetalk TV Viral TikTok
The latest TikTok sensation has got everyone saying, “Bing bong!” We explain the trend and shoutout videos from Finneas (@finneas), John Legend (@johnlegendofficial), and Lil Nas X (@lilnasx).
28:00 - Song and Audio Trends, Pranks
The new song trends on TikTok include “Boom Boom Pow” by the Black Eyed Peas and Adele’s “Water Under the Bridge.” An audio trend by @beccamemes asks creators to recite the same lines over the same audio. A new prank involves people leaving audio messages that cut them off at the worst moment, we feature one from @thatonebroad.
35:50 - Steve from Blue's Clues on TikTok
Steve Burns (@hioutthereitsmesteve) from Blue’s Clues has taken over TikTok as “the millennial Mr. Rodgers.” A duet from @thekatemoose explains how much has changed since Steve’s been gone.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Hanukkah gifts and pandemic enlarged feet. First up is a new trend using audio of a Facetime call and a girl having a breakdown. The text over the videos reads, “When your bestie says ft but it's not that kind of ft.” We shout out one of our favorites from @yoleendadong.
5:00 - Brooklyn Bagel Hinge Drama
We break down the latest niche TikTok drama revolving around Jonah Green @verybadatsports connecting with girls on dating apps just to get intel about the best bagels in NYC. Creators @stopitparis, @swagmoneykaite, and @tylo_len weigh in.
11:30 - Song and Audio Trends
Melissa keeps seeing this country barn dance by @sabrinaprater625 with users duetting it as different parts of the barn scenario. Audio from @nomeatmashers video about Chicago-style pizza has gone viral. A song trend called Drilla by Opps and Blocks is trending, we explain examples from @4_seasons_landscaping_, @averyy.saldivar, and @landonbarkerr.
18:00 - Celebrity and Kid Shared Accounts
We explain the new phenomenon of celebrities creating joint accounts with their young children. Kim Kardashian and North West (@Kimandnorth) lead the pack. Of course, Penelope and Kourtney are also getting in on the fun (@pandkourt). We feature a video from Kardashian Kolloquim @kardashian_kolloquium explaining why they’re doing this and another video by Emily C Schwartz @emilycschwartz. Bethanny Frankel and her daughter (@bethannypeanut) are also jumping on the joint account trend.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Dena and Melissa start the show discussing Dena’s marathon and The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Then, we get right into trends starting with a stitch from @_anastasiagracia_ asking about different community drama on TikTok, including crochet drama (featuring a video from @dxvotie), Bratz doll drama (from @joolieannie), and ant group drama (from @nustellart).
9:15 - Cup Game
The cup game trend on TikTok involves throwing pens into a cup, and daring yourself to do something if they get in. Featuring videos from @ambernicoleardolino, @2goodmarshall, and @katie.janeee.
12:40 - Then and Now Trend, How Much Do You Get Paid Stitch
Creators use the song “Spirits” by The Strumbellas to show photos of their younger selves versus today. Featuring videos from @retirementhouse and @juleskadenblack. User @itsnitababyyy posted a video with the line, “How much do you get paid?” And people stitch it with their salary. A viral one by @andrewkozaktv talked about local TV salaries.
18:50 - Duolingo TikTok, Dance and Audio Trends
User @asianbobbyhill found the mastermind behind the brand’s TikTok account using Linkedin. We hear why Duolingo is doing so well on TikTok from @jazsocial_. A song by MOREART inspired a dance trend for when you’re going to eat. Our favorite is from a law firm @jonathanwjohnson_llc. Another audio trend pulls from “Big Mouth,” Nick Kroll (@nickkroll) himself made a TikTok with a quote from the show. As the holidays approach, a line from “Elf” is also trending.
24:00 - Taylor Swift TikTok AKA SwiftTok
Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) has taken over TikTok after dropping Red (Taylor’s Version). Will Daniels aka Mr. Feeny even posted a promo for Taylor’s new album (@subpargrace). And Taylor commented! We dive into the “not Taylor Swift” account conspiracy theory. User @farebear6 showcases all the brands commenting on Taylor Tok. Taylor posts a video using a trending sound with Selena Gomez. And CJ Donald @attorneycj reports on how men in the music industry have underestimated Taylor Swift.
34:30 - Miniature TikTok, Kyle Scheele
Weirdly, there’s been a lot of miniature content on TikTok. By that, we mean one man built a mini lego version of his house (@alex_falcone), @slimetownusa built a snail version of The Great British Bake Off, and @worldsbestdogdad built his dogs a mini apartment. Kyle Scheele (@kylescheele) is going viral after making a giant cardboard cutout of himself and placing it in a random gas station. User @toddlertok made a similar promo with his daughter. Melissa points out the differences between comments on Instagram vs TikTok after seeing a video by @demibagby about money flying on the San Diego freeway on both platforms.
44:00 - Celebrities on TikTok
We welcome Steve Burns from “Blues Clues” (@hioutthereitsmesteve), Jennifer Garner (@jennifergarner) , and Ana Gasteyer (@anagasteyer) to TikTok.
Check out all these videos and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Dena and Melissa welcome Harrison Greenbaum (@harrisoncomedy) to the podcast this week! Harrison resisted his sister Dena’s pleas to join TikTok for about a year, but now he’s found success posting clips from his standup routines. He explains his journey on every social media platform over the years, why he thought he was too old for TikTok, and how he’s been building an audience on the platform.
Follow Harrison (@harrisoncomedy) on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube, and check out his website for more: harrisongreenbaum.com
Check out all the videos mentioned on this episode and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).