It’s Brat and Coconut Summer

CREATOR NEWSLETTER

Issue #257 | July 23, 2024

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Hey everyone, it’s brat and coconut girl summer, and if you don’t know what the hell I’m talking about, you can read about it here. Our rights are being taken away, our democracy is in shambles, but at least we have Kamala “Von Dutch” fan cams and laugh track compilations to distract us. The world’s creativity in the face of chaos and horror never ceases to amaze me.

Speaking of which, I’m particularly impressed by the ingenuity of the youths this week. Reporter Steven Asarch attended a wonderfully elaborate (and a little chaotic) production of “The Little Mermaid” in Roblox — complete with detailed set designs, concession stands, dozens of attendees dressed in their finest evening gowns, and more than a few technical difficulties.  

Reading about this was a nice escape from all the other news going on in the world, so click below to enjoy. 

– Grace Stanley, Deputy Editor

CULTURE

My Night at the Roblox Theater

Here’s what I learned watching ‘The Little Mermaid’ in Bloxburg.

By Steven Asarch, Passionfruit Contributor

hand holding phone with roblox logo over a background of the illumination theatre production of the little mermaid

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  • A lawsuit alleging that one creator stole another’s “aesthetic” could mean big things for the creator economy.

  • In a piece for the New York Times, several creators, including Drew Afualo and Kacie Rose, discussed how they deal with hate and vitriol online.

  • Prime, Logan Paul’s energy drink, is being sued by the Olympic Committee.

  • A new study by influencer marketing platform IZEA found that more than half of U.S. adults would quit their jobs to become creators.

PLATFORMS

Coconut Hive, Rise Up: X Isn’t Dead Just Yet

Are Kamala Harris memes reviving X?

By Charlotte Colombo, Passionfruit Contributor

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TIPS & TRICKS

What Does Nudge Mean On TikTok: A Guide To Poking People

A poke by any other name would feel as sweet. 

By Jen Glantz, Passionfruit Contributor

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JOB BOARD

YOUTUBE MADE ME DO IT

George and Simone from CineBinge, a film reviewing dynamic duo, join the Reactorverse Podcast this week. These IRL friends living on opposite ends of Canada started their channel to share their natural charisma and iconic thumbnails while keeping things fun.

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