October 2024 Internet Culture Round-Up
KSI’s Latest Song Drop 🎶 KSI dropped a new track in October, and let's just say… people had a lot to say. The lyrics? Copypasta gold: “From the screen, to the ring, to the pen, to the king. Where’s my crown? That’s my bling.” 🤴💎 Memes flooded in, mocking everything from Prime Energy to his other ventures. Even KSI fans were like, “This... is a lot.” And DanTDM called out KSI, Logan Paul, and MrBeast for pushing “low-quality products” to kids. Honestly, how do we even handle this? 🤔
Stop Jumping, Elon! 🚶♂️💥 Elon Musk’s awkward jump at a Trump rally became the meme we didn’t ask for but definitely got. On October 5th, at the Butler rally, Musk leapt into the air in a cringe-worthy moment that exploded across social media. This isn’t even his first awkward jump—this man’s made a career out of awkward leaping. From his Tesla meeting to random rallies, Musk’s jumps are giving us all the second-hand embarrassment. 🥲
Jack Doherty McLaren Crash 🚗💥 Jack Doherty, the Kick streamer, livestreamed himself crashing his $200,000 McLaren. Instead of checking on his injured friend, he was more concerned about his car while speeding in the rain. The whole thing raised serious concerns about influencer responsibility, but at least he got banned from Kick, so there’s that. Content creation shouldn't come at the expense of safety—glad to see some accountability. 👏
The Joker 2: Folie a deux Flop 🎬 Joker 2—yeah, I saw it. The beginning was alright, Lady Gaga was decent, but Joaquin Phoenix? Maybe a bit too into the role. Halfway through, it turned into a drawn-out court drama that was honestly a little boring. I left before the explosion (because, honestly, I’d seen enough), and spoiler: it didn’t get better. Expect a third movie, though—because that’s how Hollywood works. 😬
Hurricane Milton 🌪️ Hurricane Milton hit Florida on October 9th, 2024, as one of the most powerful storms in Atlantic history. It went from a Category 1 to a Category 5 in a single day, leaving destruction in its wake. While Tampa Bay was hit the hardest, conspiracy theories about the storm began circulating, with some blaming the government for using weather technology to manipulate the election. Sure, why not? 🙄
Velma Series Ends... Maybe? 👻 The Velma series might be over after two seasons. The finale had Velma killed by Scrappy-Doo (yes, really), only for her ghost to plot a comeback. But it’s not quite over yet—there’s a Halloween special where ghost Velma somehow returns to life. Fans are celebrating Scrappy-Doo’s revenge, but honestly, this whole show might just end here. Let’s just leave it at that, yeah? 🤷♀️
"My 17 Diapers Moment" 👶💩 Nurse Hannah went viral on TikTok after sharing how she found 17 dirty diapers scattered around her home two weeks postpartum. While some moms roasted her, others shared their own messy experiences, coining the term “My 17 Diapers Moment” to symbolize the chaos of motherhood. It’s a heartwarming reminder that moms should support each other, not shame each other. 🤍
Liam Payne’s Tragic Fall 💔 Liam Payne’s apparent suicide attempt shocked the world. After weeks of drama involving his ex and accusations of abuse, Payne was reportedly incoherent and aggressive before falling from a balcony. TMZ posted details within hours, before his family even had time to process. It’s a tragic reminder of how invasive media can be, exploiting trauma for clicks. 📰
MrBeast’s Reputation as "Nice Millionaire" Unraveling? 💸 MrBeast is facing backlash for his new product, “Lunchly,” which many fans called a cash grab. Things got worse when Rosanna Pansino called him out for shady business practices. Fans are starting to question his “nice millionaire” image, and the narrative around him is shifting. Is this the end of his golden reputation? Maybe. 🤔
Meet Luce, the Vatican’s Unexpected Anime Mascot 💙 The Vatican just introduced an anime mascot, Luce, designed by Simone Legno. With her blue hair and yellow coat, she’s here to connect with younger Catholics. Alongside other characters like Fe, Xin, and Sky, she’s been the subject of memes and fan art. The Vatican is officially embracing anime, and honestly? I’m here for it. 💖
Peanut the Squirrel Is Gone: Have We Entered the Worst Timeline? 🐿️💔 Peanut the Squirrel (P’Nut) is gone. Along with Fred the Raccoon, they were euthanized after a rabies investigation, sparking outrage across the internet. Both animals had a huge Instagram following, and now they’re at the center of memes and tributes. Feels a lot like Harambe all over again. Seriously, are we in the worst timeline now? Because this is just too much. 😔
