The Poetics of Social Media

Andre

You ever wonder what the difference is between a philosopher and an influencer? Well, a philosopher gets followers, and an influencer gets likes. I mean, who needs deep thoughts when you can have deep likes, right?

Andre

And let's talk about the noble quest. I mean, we're out here trying to change the world one Instagram post at a time. But what if the world just wants to see your cat wearing a hat? Where's the nobility in that?

Andre

You ever try to write a deep caption? I once spent two hours writing, 'The sun sets, and the world pauses for a moment.' And then I realized, 'Nah, just put #sunset and call it a day.'

Gladys

So, I was out on a noble quest to find content. You know, the kind of content that makes people think, 'Wow, this influencer is really deep and meaningful.' Instead, I found a cat playing the piano. And let me tell you, that cat was more influential than I'll ever be.

Gladys

I mean, I was trying to interview this family about their tragic loss, and their daughter's favorite thing was posting selfies. How do you talk about deep stuff when the subject is shallow? It's like trying to have a serious conversation with a goldfish. 'So, what do you think about the meaning of life?' 'Bubble, bubble, bubble.'

Gladys

And let's not forget the irony of trying to find nobility in a job that thrives on superficiality. I mean, we're the modern-day jesters, but instead of juggling, we're juggling likes and followers.

Andre

You know, the dark side of social media is real. I once saw a post that said, 'Find me in the comments if you're struggling.' And I thought, 'Dude, I'm just here for the memes.'

Andre

And then there's the whole 'hunting down tragedy for content' thing. I mean, I was at a charity event, and the first thing I thought was, 'This is going to make a great story for my feed.' It's like, how do you balance empathy and exploitation? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

And let's talk about the comments section. It's like a minefield of trolls and angry people. I once posted a selfie, and someone commented, 'You look like a potato with a smartphone.' I mean, harsh! But you know what? I used it as a caption. 'When you get roasted by a stranger on the internet.'

Gladys

So, I was interviewing this family about their daughter's tragic loss, and I had to keep reminding myself, 'This is real. This is not just content for your feed.' But the more I talked to them, the more I realized, how do you capture the depth of a tragedy in a 280-character tweet?

Gladys

And then there's the responsibility. You know, when you have a platform, people listen. But what if they're listening for the wrong reasons? I mean, I once posted about a cause, and the first comment was, 'When are you going to post about my cat's birthday?' It's like, how do you prioritize?

Gladys

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to have a serious conversation, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the heavy stuff with the light stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

So, I was at this charity event, and I met this guy who had just lost everything in a fire. And I thought, 'This is going to make a great story for my feed.' But then I remembered, this isn't just content. This is a real person's life. How do you capture that in a selfie?

Andre

And then there's the whole 'getting likes' thing. I mean, I once posted about a charity, and the first comment was, 'Nice filter!' It's like, how do you balance the good you're trying to do with the need for engagement? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to have a serious conversation, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the heavy stuff with the light stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Gladys

So, I was trying to be authentic on social media. I mean, how do you be real when your life is a highlight reel? I once posted a picture of my messy room, and someone commented, 'Is this a new aesthetic?' It's like, how do you be authentic in a world that thrives on perfection?

Gladys

And then there's the whole 'being relatable' thing. I mean, I once posted about my struggles, and the first comment was, 'You're so lucky! I wish I had your problems.' It's like, how do you be relatable when everyone's problems are different?

Gladys

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to be real, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

So, I was trying to use hashtags to spread awareness. I mean, how do you make a difference with a hashtag? I once posted, '#EndWorldHunger' and the first comment was, 'When are you going to post about my cat's birthday?' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff?

Andre

And then there's the whole 'trending' thing. I mean, I once posted about a cause, and the next day, it was all about a new dance challenge. It's like, how do you keep the momentum going? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to make a difference, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Gladys

So, I was trying to influence people for the better. I mean, how do you change the world one post at a time? I once posted about a cause, and the first comment was, 'Nice filter!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff?

Gladys

And then there's the whole 'inspiration' thing. I mean, I once posted about my struggles, and the first comment was, 'You're so lucky! I wish I had your problems.' It's like, how do you inspire people when everyone's problems are different?

Gladys

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to make a difference, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Andre

So, I was trying to be self-deprecating on social media. I mean, how do you make fun of yourself when everyone else is trying to be perfect? I once posted, 'When you realize your best content is your cat.' And let me tell you, that cat got more likes than I did.

Andre

And then there's the whole 'self-care' thing. I mean, I once posted, 'When you realize you need a break from social media.' And the first comment was, 'When are you going to post your next update?' It's like, how do you take care of yourself when everyone wants more content?

Andre

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to be real, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.

Gladys

So, I was reading this short story about a social media influencer who tries to convince himself that his job is noble. And you know what? It's like, how do you find nobility in a job that thrives on superficiality? I mean, I once posted, 'When you realize your best content is your cat.' And let me tell you, that cat got more likes than I did.

Gladys

And then there's the whole 'broken conversation' thing. I mean, how do you have a meaningful conversation in a world that thrives on 280 characters? I once tried to have a deep discussion in the comments section, and the first response was, 'When are you going to post your next update?'

Gladys

And let's not forget the audience. You know, when you're trying to be real, and someone in the audience is like, 'Hey, check out my new tattoo!' It's like, how do you balance the real stuff with the fake stuff? I don't know, but I'm working on it.