July 2023 TikTok Trends

This week, we're joined by Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, Ph.D.—licensed school and clinical psychologist, author, and expert in what really drives our behavior. From the emotional power behind trending obsessions like Labubu dolls and Stanley cups to the psychology of blind boxes and dopamine loops, Dr. Koslowitz unpacks it all. We get into why everyone’s captivated by the Coldplay jumbotron affair (yes, there’s science behind it), why she never posts her kids on social media, and the double-edged sword that is “ParentTok.” She also introduces us to fascinating concepts like time confetti vs. time ribbons—and how they affect your mental health. Drawing from her powerful book Post Traumatic Parenting, we explore the “trauma app,” pandemic burnout, comparison culture, and how to start healing your inner child. You can find Dr. Robyn Koslowitz at: Website: https://posttraumaticparenting.com/about/ Instagram: @dr.koslowitzpsychology You can find 2 Old 4 TikTok at: Website: 2old4tiktok.com Instagram: @2old4tiktokpod TikTok: @2old4tiktok_podcast

24 Juli 41min

This week the girls start off discussing the Backstreet Boys in Vegas before pivoting to Dena’s big announcement. She shares videos in the FYP segment by @oliviadangerculpo, @lilaholmess, and @brekrause. Dena and Catalina debate the Gen Z stare (@conornoburst, @xiandivyne) before pivoting to Catalina’s FYP, including Columbus content (@nicholasbaldwin4) and @emmadorancomedian telling us we just need a night out. They wrap up with the Drama Tok segment, featuring @massappeal.mom’s summary of the antipasto salad drama.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

17 Juli 44min

The gals start off the episode with Dena’s report on her long-awaited trip to Wingstop before turning to their FYPs. Dena’s includes @officialgordonmote’s impression of tennis sounds, @moorrgs, and a recap of the history of the Nathan’s 4th of July hot dog eating contest by @__sportsball. Catalina shares @wishyouwerequeertv’s reaction to learning Columbus is a “fashion capital” and @mc667868 reporting that the silent monastery retreats are booked for the summer. This week’s highlighted audio trend is the “you look happier” trend set to Taylor Swift’s “You belong with me,” with videos by @meredithymckenzie, @grandma_droniak, @realmousevibes, and @thecontracowboy. Wrapping up with food and drink trends, the ladies discuss the Surf Lodge chicken tenders, including videos by @queenrichter and @maxcohennn.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

10 Juli 39min

Catalina calls in from Spain on this week’s episode. While she has fallen off in her TikTok watching, Dena brings her up to speed on all things Jimmy Awards (@broadwaydirect), Benson Boone Crumbl cookies (@chloebuggzz, @yaptrapped) and a facelift in Guadalajara (@michellewood165, @michellewood165). They also chat about Le Creuset Sample Sale videos, featuring content by @jackiemitchellll, @thatssoandrew, and @mlescal. Dena discusses a malfunction at Beyoncé’s Houston stop before highlighting @newyorkturk in the Content Creator Spotlight Segment. Finally, they turn to BenTok, covering someone who looks like Dave Portnoy getting pizza thrown at them.   Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

3 Juli 31min

Melissa, co-founder of the podcast, joins Dena this week. They discuss their love of Ginny and Georgia, hatred of Sirens, mixed feelings about The Valley, and how TikTok is reacting to the shows. Dena’s For You page contains a horrifying recap of what’s going on on “white TikTok” from @theotherjamila, a funny Karen read take from @kyle_mccutcheon, and the trend of people bullying you to be nice, featuring @remedyandrestore. Melissa FYP includes the trending audio that uses an ad for a vacation, example from @tereza_svehlova. And she’s built her FYP brick by brick to keep showing Jonathan Groff content (an interview from @gemspod) and Spring Awakening writer @steven_sater. She also keeps laughing at these man on the street parody videos from @kaspahonpc. Dena highlights the creator @tomtomaldon who shows excitement at chain restaurants in New York City among other things. And on FoodTok, we’re watching @acrosskrissystable make a summer pasta salad.   Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

26 Juni 30min

Dena is joined again by Ashley, friend of the pod, for an exciting episode. Dena’s return from London (where she saw Beyonce, Les Mis, etc.) had them comparing London’s weather to the current NYC weather (@jrue17). And of course, there was more Beyonce content - this time surrounding the Grammy’s news (@beysus.christ). And the newest Blue vs. Gold dress argument is Blue vs. Gray couch (@im.krispy). Spoiler: it’s gray. Dena shared her Amanda Bynes jump scare video (@amandabynesupdates) which had Ashley vowing to never get a manicure from the Nickelodeon queen. And it wouldn’t be an episode without broadway content, this time from the West End, London with #EvitaTok (@joshplaysthepiano, @ashleyhufford). Ashley’s FYP is a combination of random linguistics videos (@kwaku2k), the NYC Democratic Primary (@yochrisjames), yadda, yadda, yadda. Then they get into NYCTok with the pigeon pageant (@mickmicknyc); new creator spotlight with @misfitsandmatcha, and FoodTok with a video by @juliakatzin and a watermelon “flight” by @sloanecoe. Tune in to hear more!  Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

19 Juni 31min

This week on 2 Old 4 TikTok we are joined by Ashley friend of the pod to talk about the latest June trends. Dena and Ashley explain the spiritual experience that was Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter concert (@13tywilson, @terrytorro). And how could they not mention Jaz’s influencer wedding (@justjazzzyidk)? Dena’s FYP gave us “Petty Patti” by Honey Boo Boo (@pagesix) and the latest on Moana girl (@mollybmcpherson). Ashley is all over the holy air ball trend (@shayfl) and of course more music that brings her to tears - this time it’s Jessie J (@alejandrojah). Tom Francis of Sunset Boulevard fame has entered the TikTok space as @sodascout. The nuns are taking over (@oraiilton, @bandentrete). And Catalina is still with us, sharing tricks to avoid motion sickness in the car (@nyeatsbrown). And just who IS Mr. Girth aka @girthmasterr1? Listen to find out!    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

4 Juni 37min

Melissa, co-founder of the podcast, joins Dena this week. They discuss the trend that gingers are Black people with a video by @siraddisonwitt. Season 2 of the Group Chat series is out and both of their for you pages are full of information about the Diddy trial. Dena’s FYP consists of a funny video by @theaveragejoe55 about the controversy about a fitness instructor saying people over 200 pounds could not do pilates, as well as Amanda Bynes content (@amanda.bynes1986) and Tina Turner content (@laurabfulgenzi). Melissa’s FYP consists of Paigedaya videos (@painelaine08), Jonathan Groff (@lawrencetheband/), Bravo’s The Valley (@noeleileen), and a strange AI trend (@kristalstone1994). The content creator spotlight this week is @jake_amazing with his catchy song about Diet Coke. Finally, Taco Bell is coming to Ireland (@garron_music)!     Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).

22 Maj 33min