253.6K
Downloads
207
Episodes
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 Nov 05, 2020
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Dena and Melissa make a part two to highlight more celebrities TikTok. We discuss the festive Christmas video Mariah Carey (@mariahcarey) just released and how Dena once saw her sort of perform in Central Park. Then we talk about someone we actually saw perform in Las Vegas, Celine Dion (@celinedion). And how shocking her low follower count is, but how she reposts other TikToker’s accounts like Rob Anderson (@heartthrobert) and Shuba (@tiktokbrownchick). Staying in line with singers on TikTok, we explore how Ariana Grande (@arianagrande) created a TikTok to promote her new album, Positions, and music video. We follow up with Bob Saget (@bobsaget) on TikTok, creating self-aware cringey content with the latest trends. Tyra Banks (@tyrabanks) is making very odd videos which should surprise no one. And people are pulling up old clips of America’s Next Top Model to remind us how truly strange that show was. Chris Evans (@cchrisevans) recently joined to support a charity and we hope he does more push-up content. Melissa gets in one final promo for Mandy Patinkin on TikTok (@tiktokinpatinkin). Then we discuss celebrity trends on TikTok, like #celebritybeef including beefs with: Bob Saget, Leonardo Dicaprio, Mary Kate & Ashley, Geraldo Rivera, and Justin Bieber. Melissa and Dena discuss their own celebrity encounters and Melissa tells her world-famous Kim Kardashian bathroom story.
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Dena and Melissa start the show chatting about their new ad and their B'nai Mitzvahs. Then, they discuss the latest song trends on TikTok including: “Potential Breakup Song” by Aly & AJ, “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac, “Where is the Love” by Black Eyed Peas, and “Mariners Apartment Complex” by Lana Del Ray. We discuss viral videos from Mia Gillespiee (@miagillespiee) and Nathan Apodaca (@420doggface208). Dena brings up the trending love ballad to Remy the Rat from Ratatouille by Em Jacc (@e_jaccs) and the musical theatre follow up from Daniel J Mertz Lufft (@danieljmertzlufft) of “Musical Theatre Grocery Store” fame. Melissa gushes over Mandy Patinkin (@tiktokinpatinkin) creating TikTok videos with his family encouraging everyone to get out and vote!
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Amber Nichole (@ambernicholeee) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa start the show chatting about pumpkin spice lattes. Then, we get into the interview, asking Amber if she feels too old for TikTok...as a twenty-year-old! We learn how she got started on the platform and how she’s growing her art business and Etsy store (AmberNicholeArtwork) through it. Then, we discuss Art TikTok, where artists showcase and promote their work as well as connect with other members of the art community. Including accounts like: Devon Rodriguez (@devonrodriguezart) drawing strangers on the NYC subway, Ruth Speer (@ruthspeer) showing us her portraits on TikTok, Vanessa Stockard with her famous black cat appearing in each painting, and Kate Hickman (@kathickmanart) creating gorgeous landscapes of national parks on TikTok.
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
John Friia (@hereinnyc) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa start the show chatting about Claudia Conway’s TikTok fame. Then, we get into John’s interview, asking him about his NYC fun facts on TikTok, how he gets inspiration for content, and documenting his 102-year-old Aunt’s return to her old Hell's Kitchen apartment. They discuss History TikTok, including accounts like @vintageeloquence showing Titanic stories and old film footage, @historyfeels reporting on historical news, and @arielviera teaching history through local tours. John gives us a lightning round of “The Best of NYC” featuring his favorite bagel, pizza, and park in NYC. Plus, we highlight his favorite creators: Christine Tran (@tourdelust), @uncovermore, Meg Radice & Audrey Jongens (@theviplist), and Cathy Pedrayes (@cathypedrayes).
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Sam Weidt (@samweidt) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa discuss his NYC advice TikToks, creating TikTok videos with a film degree, and using marketing principles to create a template for content. They discuss Millennial TikTok, including trends like Gen Z vs. Millennials. Sam gives us a lightning round of advice related to TikTok things like posting your first video and using TikTok as a dating app. Plus, we highlight Sam’s favorite creators: Bbtronics (@bbtronics), Minolivisuals (@manolivisuals), Frank Caliendo (@frankcaliendo), and Matthew Friend (@matturday.night.live).
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Karen Cassady (@karencassssss) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa discuss Karen’s viral characters and parodies, creating TikTok content as an improviser, and using TikTok Duets to connect with other creators. They discuss Nostalgia TikTok, including trends like #90s, beanie babies, and 80s pop culture. Karen performs a lightning round of improvisations including: 90s romcom lead, 80s villain, teacher, and jazz singer. Plus, we highlight our favorite creators: Michael Burke (@dmichaelburke), Caitlin Reilly (@itscaitlinhello), Michaela Myers (@giddyupmichaela), and Drew Talbert (@drew_talbert).
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Claire Manship (@womanship) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa discuss Songs from the Sill, creating TikTok content as a stage performer, and the TikTok Creator Fund and Marketplace. They discuss New York City TikTok, including the trends they love and hate. Claire performs a lightning round of TikTok songs including: Miel Pops, Renegade, Savage, Jake Miller’s Take a Walk...and others that don’t really have official names. Plus, we highlight our favorite creators: @dutchdeccc, Mitchell Crawford (@mitchell), Tati (@thereal_tati) and Devin (@devincaherly).
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Andrea Lopez (@andrealopezcomedy) joins the show this week! Dena and Melissa discuss her viral Kourtney Kardashian impression and “Kourtney” herself comments on being “too old for TikTok.” Dena breaks down Reality TV TikTok and Andrea weighs in on TikTok videos from Teresa Giudice, Lisa Rina, Leah McSweeney, Jill Zarin, and of course, the Kardashians. Andrea performs a lightning round of impressions including: Kourtney Kardashian, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Coolidge, Gilbert Gottfried, and Elizabeth Holmes. Plus, Andrea tells us her favorite creators: Christa Allen, Steff Todd, Brittany Broski, Nicky Smigs, and TikTok Grandpa (nickg164).
Thursday Sep 03, 2020
Thursday Sep 03, 2020
Dena and Melissa discuss collab houses and invite their friends, Sam and Catalina, to “collab” on this week’s episode. They try to understand e boys and soft boys, and imagine what their own Hype House may have looked like in college. Melissa describes Zoom University on TikTok. And they highlight their favorite creator this week: @richcaroline
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Dena and Melissa discuss NYU quarantine TikTok. Dena explains Prison TikTok. Melissa describes the childhood halloween costumes trend. And they both highlight their favorite creator this week: @flossybaby.