Meme creator @tonyzaret counts down the top 5 memes of the week and rates them as share, like, scroll or report with a "team" of special guests.
The Meme Team podcast is a hilarious and insightful show that delves into the world of internet memes. Hosted by Tony Zaret, this podcast brings together humorous guests to analyze and discuss recent memes in a conversational and entertaining manner. From peeling back layers of irony to dissecting cultural references, the conversations on this show provide valuable insights into contemporary culture, both online and offline.
One of the best aspects of The Meme Team podcast is Tony's ability to find the best and strangest memes every week. Whether it's gaming memes, relationship memes, or foreign memes from faraway places, Tony always manages to curate an interesting selection for discussion. Additionally, his comedic delivery and hard-rockin' riffs add an extra layer of enjoyment to each episode. Furthermore, the dynamic between Tony and co-host Kay (sp?) is perfect, as they provide different perspectives on culture which make for engaging discussions.
However, one could argue that The Meme Team podcast sometimes goes a little too deep into analyzing memes. While it's certainly interesting to discuss fonts, pictures, and other elements of meme composition, it can occasionally feel like overkill for those seeking a more lighthearted approach. Additionally, some listeners may not find the Facebook/Instagram meme focus as appealing since these platforms are often associated with less original content compared to other sources on the internet.
In conclusion, The Meme Team podcast is a charming and intelligent show that offers a unique perspective on internet culture. With its witty banter and well-selected memes, this podcast provides stimulating conversation along with multiple hard LOLs per episode. While there may be room for improvement in terms of targeting a wider range of meme sources and finding a balance between analysis and lightheartedness, overall The Meme Team remains an excellent choice for anyone looking for a fun-filled exploration of the world of internet memes.
Mary Houlihan joins the pod to discuss what games make you cool. Plus, we watch a video of a guy falling down and getting hurt.
I have to talk on Reddit for 10 hours before the end of October!
What has been the biggest technological advance of the current millennium? The smartphone that's allowed people to carry a personal computer in the palm of their hand? Advancements in green energy that have made our cars more earth-friendly and efficient? While important, these inventions are dwarfed by something no one in the 20th century could have foreseen: vaping. To discuss Vaping Memes, we are joined on the Meme Team podcast by Instagram's @gayvapeshark. Head to @tonyzaret on Instagram to see this week's pictures, labelled Episode 44!
Every 50 or so years a piece of music comes along that not only redefines the art of sound, but redefines who we are as humans. The symphonies of Beethoven, the spiritual jazz of John Coltrane and now there is... Despacito. Joining us to discuss Despacito Memes is the admin of Instagram's 'Despacito_Is_Epic', home of the best Despacito memes on line. We also look at some other Despacito memes I found by googling 'Despacito memes.' (these can all be seen at @tonyzaret on Instagram in the carousel labelled 'Episode 43.').
Apologies for the lack of podcasts lately! Been on a short break but will return better than ever! In the meantime, a number of people have asked for an audio version of my hit parody skit, DeadPool's Cheetos, so here it is!
America's medical system has come under fire in recent years for 'putting profits over patients.' But whether or not you agree that this system leads to a vastly unequal distribution of what the rest of the modern world considers as much of a public good as roads or potable water, you have to admire the medical professionals in our hospitals who work tirelessly to ensure their patients receive life-saving care. But do you have to admire their memes? We pose this question to an actual nurse on this week's episode of the Meme Team. To see the memes in question, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled Episode 42.
America's youth: there was a time when the only thing they cared about was baseball and catching frogs in the creek. But times have changed and rather than running around in the mud and dirt, today's young people prefer to stay in and look at memes. Joining us on the podcast is 3rd grader Declan, to review a series of memes aimed at social media-savvy 10-12 year old. Go to @tonyzaret on Instagram to see the memes under discussion.
Gaming - it's the coolest hobby ever invented. And one of the great benefits of being a video game player or 'gamer' is that you can also enjoy the many amusing gamer memes available online. Joining us on the Meme Team Podcast to review the best gamer memes out there is 'Meme Insider' correspondent @hugeplateofketchup8 . To see the memes in question go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look up the pictures labelled 'Episode 40.'
For the first time in human history a bunch of cartoon blobs created for an audience of 5-year-olds has been embraced by middle-aged right-wing adults. These creatures are known as 'Minions' and not only do they star in movies made for an international audience of small children, they also feature prominently in memes shared by retirees who are disgusted with the modern world. To examine the cultural phenomenon of Minion memes we have on The Meme Team podcast meme expert Joey Dundale and celebrity guest 'Denzel Pacino'! To see the memes, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the pictures labelled 'Episode 39.'.
The country of China has remained a fixture in the western news recently with talks of a 'trade war' and other controversies - but so far little has been mentioned of the country's fastest growing export: memes. We recently spent 2 weeks on a meme-finding tour of China and have returned to discuss 5 image macros from 中国 ('the Middle Kingdom') all of which can be seen at @tonyzaret on Instagram.
For many people, a life unencumbered by a romantic partner means the freedom to pursue one's own goals without restrictions - but for others, the single life is a lonely, rudderless journey filled with binge-watching and ice-cream-indulging. But while some people enjoy being single and others don't, there's one thing everyone enjoys: memes. Joining us to discuss memes about being single in our first ever LIVE episode are Marcia Belsky (Misandry With Marcia And Rae) and Bardia Salimi. To see the memes go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the 'Episode 37' pictures!
Alert! The first live Meme Team podcast is happening March 29th @ 9:30 at the Brick Theater in Brooklyn - get tickets here: https://www.brooklyncc.com/show-schedule/2018/3/29/the-meme-team-podcast-live ! On the last Meme Team podcast, we reviewed music memes - but came under fire for focusing on older memes, with Impact Fonts and pictures of Captain Picard. This week, we have musician Sabri (https://www.instagram.com/sabrisundos/) on the podcast, along with overall authority on the world Krista Sammons to review music memes - all of which were, per google, created THIS PAST WEEK! You can see them all @tonyzaret on Instagram.
What rock stars were to the 20th century, Meme Makers are to the 21st. To review music memes, music podcasters Dave Lyons and JD Ryznar of the Beyond Yacht Rock podcast join meme curator Tony Zaret and social media authority Kay Hsu to review music memes which can all be seen on Instagram @tonyzaret. Plus a special MEGA SIZED meme team hard rockin' riff of the week featuring Candlemass, Cactus, Cathedral, Spiritual Beggars, Warlock and Danzig.
What's the greatest thing about wine? Is it the taste? The way it pairs with food? Or is it the MEMES? On this episode of the The Meme Team Podcast, Lorelei Ramirez and Maria Wojciechowski join us to review Wine Memes! To see the memes under discussion, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for Episode 34.
The ancient Romans had an annual tradition known as 'Saturnalia' - it was celebrated with a sacrifice at the Temple of Saturn, in the Roman Forum, and a public banquet, followed by private gift-giving, continual partying, and a carnival atmosphere that overturned Roman social norms. This tradition continues today under a different name: Spring Break. And while the Romans expressed themselves through the epic poems of bards like Virgil, today's generation has something even more epic to share: memes. This week on the Meme Team comedian Annie Donley and co-host and Instagram Authority Kay Hsu review 5 spring break memes which can all be seen at @tonyzaret on Instagram.
The humble newspaper comic: for years it was one of the most popular forms of entertainment. Every day we would open up our papers to enjoy the antics of Garfield, Heathcliff and of course, Funky Winkerbean. Today, however the outlet where the comic strip as a medium flourishes is on social media. This week on the Meme Team we explore the Instagram comics of @Ugojesse with Brad Austin and a true expert on the platform, Instagram's Global Director, Creative Shop, Kay Hsu. Plus, the hard rockin' riff of the week, 'Kingslayer' by Grand Magus. Go to @tonyzaret on Instagram to follow along with the image carousel labelled 'Episode 32.'
Why does Halloween have to happen only once a year? 'Cosplayers' are adults who have figured out a way to have Halloween all year long. These week we look at their memes with Matt Koff and Charles Gould. To see the memes under discussion, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for 'Episode 31.'
PLEASE NOTE: This interview was recorded before the Content Zone was deleted from Facebook and temporarily deleted from Instagram in a different controversy surrounding the admin. We are following this story closely and hope to report on it more in an upcoming episode. In a historic interview, we speak with the admin of mega popular meme page The Content Zone, in order to clear the air about one of the biggest controversies of the meme era. Then, Sally Burtnick and Andrew Tisher join us to review a series of memes that reference the HOTTEST holiday of the year, Valentine's Day. All memes under discussion can be found on Instagram at @tonyzaret in a carousel labelled 'Episode 30.'
Since the dawn of time man has looked to the stars for guidance - but now he looks at something more important: memes. This week we look at the astrology memes that combine the celestial with the #relatable. To see the memes under discussion go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look up episode 29.
A well-educated public is necessary for a truly democratic society - but why does education require so much LEARNING?!?!!? Memes dealing with the frustrations of attending school are discussed today by guests Mike Abrusci (TV Casualty) and Hayden Maxwell (Only The Best). The memes in question can be seen on Instagram at @tonyzaret.
While the Looney Toons may not have the same central place in our culture as they did when they were delighting movie audiences in the pre-television era, they live on as a source of delightful meme backgrounds. Joe Rumrill and Manolo Moreno join us to review some of the most intriguing Looney Tunes memes online, all of which can be seen on Instagram at @tonyzaret in a carousel labelled 'Episode 27.'
Many people believe that the meme will be to 21st century politics what television was to the 20th, newspapers were to the 19th and lice-ridden powdered wigs were to the 18th - a true game changer. Keaton Monger and Colin Burgess join us to discuss this phenomenon of political meme-ing through a series of memes that can be found on Instagram at @tonyzaret.
Meme experts Ethan Beach and Drennen Quinn join meme curator Tony Zaret to discuss everything from the memes of author Rayne Hall to the positive messages of the GoodVibe.co's memes. To see the memes under review, to to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for 'Episode 25.'
The only podcast that reviews #memes is back for Season 2 - with Sam Taggart, Trevor Lyon and myself reviewing #gymmemes #pokemonmemes and more! Thanks to Stephen Levinson for sending in the #globehead meme as well! Head to @tonyzaret on Instagram to see all the memes under discussion.
Do nice guys finish last? Do women take long time to make decision? Memes about these controversies and more are discussed with Brian Frange (The Unbelievable Podcast) and Andrew Tisher on this week's Meme Team! See the memes on Instagram at @tonyzaret!
Meme team vets Marika Zappas & Amir Khan discuss Hamilton Memes, Vaping Memes and the ethics of soda-related pranks. Go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and find the carousel labelled Episode 22 to view the memes under discussion.
Meme Lover and upstanding netizen Pat Wise joins the meme team to discuss knitting memes, reptile memes and the Instagram comics of Ugojesse. To see the memes, head to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled 'Episode 21.'
Returning guest Mary Houlihan (who you may remember from the legendary 'Dude, how to make Pizaa' meme) and first timer Rosie Morales breakdown Anime memes, One Direction Reunion memes and what constitutes a 'Jagweed' on an all new Meme Team! To see the memes go to @tonyzaret on Instagram.
Meme Team n00b Brett Davis and returning guest Nick Naney review a Bill Belicheck meme, the quotes of "Guy Finley" and several more pieces of online content on the only podcast that review memes! To see the memes, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram.
Meme Team favorites Carmen Christopher & Matt Barats are back review memes and answer the question: what if the Teletubbies... got drunk?!?!?! To see the memes discussed here, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram.
Meme Team Legend Joey Dundale ("Total Eclipse of the Barbecue Review," Episode 2) is joined by Staten Island amateur comedian Marcus J (Tynan DeLong) to discuss Role Playing Memes, Avatar memes and the #BOSSBABE movement. To see the memes, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for "Episode 17."
Tim Platt joins the The Meme Team to discuss Crush memes, Memes about Memes and the most epic kind of fail memes, Epic Fail memes. To see the memes, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled Episode 16.
It's an all new episode of The Meme Team, the only podcast that reviews memes! This week Charles Gould & Scott Rogowsky review Burlington, VT memes, discover the inspirational King Hen and a great Joker (Jared Leto edition) Meme! Head to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled Episode 15 to see the memes.
Guests Sachi Ezura and Eli Yudin review a Chuck Norris meme, a 'Tag a friend' meme and more! To follow along with this week's memes, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled 'Episode 14' or go here
Ana Fabrega & Bronwyn Isaac join the meme team to review a Minion Meme and for the first time on the podcast an 'Aesthetics' meme! To see the memes discussed, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled 'Episode 13.'
Meme experts Edy Modica & Brian Fiddyment join us to review Sagittarius memes, University of Toledo memes and more! To see the memes discussed in the podcast, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled "Episode 12."
Meme Experts Dan Licata and Tommy McNamara join us to discuss Marilyn Monroe memes, 'Sherlock' memes and more! To see the memes, head to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled 'Episode 11.'
'Share' 'Like' 'Scroll' or 'Report'? If you're new to the Meme Team podcast or want to recommend it to a friend and not sure where to start I've culled together some of the best meme reviews from the past 10 weeks with guests including Joe Rumrill, Joey Dundale, Mary Houlihan, Andrew Tisher, Marcia Belsky, Ethan Beach, Amir Khan, Jo Firestone and Sam Taggert. Plus an ALL NEW Tony Z's Hard Rockin' Riff of the Week.
Marcia Belsky (Misandry with Marcia and Rae), Ethan Beach and Amir Khan join the Meme Team to discuss Mormon Memes, Rootbear [sic] memes and more! To see the memes, go to @TonyZaret and look for the image carousel labelled 'Episode 9.'
In the latest episode of the only podcast that reviews memes, guest meme experts Sebastian DiNatale & Wes Haney review an aquarium meme, a meme with a bird in it and, for the first time ever on the podcast, a non-English-language meme from Italy. To see the memes, head to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for the carousel labelled 'Episode 8.'
Matt Barats joins the Meme Team to discuss Lord of the Rings Memes, Forever Alone memes and to answer the question 'Which Potion Would You Drink'? To follow along with this week's memes, go to @TonyZaret on Instagram.
Meme experts Jo Firestone & Sam Taggert break down a 'Too D*mn High' meme, a House MD meme & more. To follow along with this week's memes, go to @TonyZaret on Instagram and look for the picture labelled "Episode 6."
Memelords Marika Zappas & Colin Burgess join us to discuss Minion Memes, Barnard Memes & more. To see the memes, go to @TonyZaret on Instagram and look for the picture labelled "Episode 5."
Bardia Salimi, Trevor Lyon & Keaton Monger join host Tony Zaret to discuss Idris Elba memes, Vegan memes and the classic "All Your Base Are Belong To Us Meme." To follow along with the pictures, go to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for "Episode 4."
Tony Zaret welcomes Mary Houlihan & Andrew Tisher to the Meme Team to discuss pizza memes, equestrian memes & more. Head to @tonyzaret on Instagram to see the memes and follow along!
Joe Rumrill and Joey Dundale break down this week's top 5 memes, plus Tony Z's Hard Rockin' Riff of the Week.
Guests Nick Naney and Carmen Christopher breakdown this week's top 5 memes. To follow along, head to @tonyzaret on Instagram and look for "Episode 1."
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