This Week on TikTok: Thanksgiving, Wicked, Overconsumption, Stew Leonard’s + More

Happy 250th episode to all those who celebrate! Dena and Catalina begin by looking back on some of their all-time favorite trends and creators from years-past on TikTok– from Couch Guy and West Elm Caleb, to the 9 month cruise and the first years of Bama Rush. After reminiscing they move on to their current FYPs: Dena shares @katherinegilyard reacting to a woman who was arrested for putting someone in her trunk, as well as her mixing up Into the Manosphere with Ryan Gosling’s latest movie. Catalina spotlights @matt_chrzanowski telling us about his and his girlfriend’s travel styles and frat bride @veronica1james. In the audio trend segment they chat about World Cup songs (@reddevilgal_) and then wrap up with Learning on Tiktok, discussing @slowbuyclub’s video about marketing trends to watch out for. Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode of 2 Old 4 TikTok Dena and Catalina dive in with the FYP segment, with Dena sharing @latewynn reacting to another creator wearing pants as a romper, and @thethoughtsofgail reminiscing on a very inappropriate activity from her high school days. She also highlights @loxsmith_ imitating what it’s like to be alive these days. Next up Catalina complains about the mess that is currently her algorithm, except for one perfect video by @activejacket_hoodie. They chat about the dance trend to @zaralarsson’s Midnight Sun in their audio segment, and @bentonmcclintock’s waiting on line in NYC series. Finally, they wrap up with the Tertulia Field Report, which includes a prompt from @brain_glitch_daily to predict your most reliable bully.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week Dena and Catalina begin with a video about long time friends by @madladsliam before turning to their FYPs. Dena’s includes Bar and Bat Mitzvahs (@moraybabyy, @sharespree) and @optimisthicc2 discussing new Jolly Rancher and Sweet Tart candies, and Catalina shares videos about living in Disney’s Golden Oaks. In the Drama on TikTok segment they return to the Eggs By Toya saga, including a recap from @flatdustin and a parody by @most.smartest. They end with their Tertulia Field Report, covering group chat member @therealashleyrosayy’s viral moment.   Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dena and Catalina open the episode with a quick catch-up before turning to the latest creators and trends coming across their FYPs. Dena shares @phorloko reacting to Timothée Chalamet’s comments on ballet and opera and traumatic New Zealand commercials (@tyler_warwick) and Catalina highlights @grantegibbs reacting to some big claims by Ava Max about the Khia Asylum and @hankyspankyyyy reminding us that the best content is in the comment section. For food and drink trends they discuss a new margarita from Longhorn Steakhouse (@_mylifeasvia_) and then move on some peak TikTok drama tied to @joclearedyou’s series on trying Facebook Marketplace food (@defnotmamachancla). They wrap up with a quick Tertulia field report on @therealashleyrosayy attending a JFK Jr. lookalike contest in NYC (@katiefeeneyy).    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The girls begin the episode chatting about their FYPs. Dena discusses the McDonalds CEO parody by @itscatsullivan, @hiitsjana trying to change her handle, and @mad_mitch on purchasing concert tickets in 2026. Catalina shares the @zaralarsson takeover of her algorithm, including @coachbalto’s Portland Bike Bus, as well as Queen Victoria’s 4X4 figure (@royaltyfandom) and @jettashmetta being the spooky synth player. In the audio segment @elyse_j ust_elyse explains the Azealia Banks  song that that @charlidamelio is dancing to and Dena wants a clip by @phorlokoo to go even more viral asap. After a quick chat about people reacting to Rob Rausch’s father (@bran__flakezz) they end with food and drink trends, spotlighting @margsr’s reaction to one Tru Fru on a snack plate.  Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ladies open the episode discussing Dena’s Olive Garden Times Square birthday party and the “like a reality show” audio trend (@rheadhakalll, @ggfooodie, @whipitwithmadison) on Dena’s FYP. Catalina shares @chadksp telling us all our problems have already been solved on Reddit, clothing reviews by @fabricateurialist, creators like @acige celebrating Alysa Liu’s Olympic win and her potential first TikTok Shop purchase from @ceeceesclosetnyc. They also highlight an amazing content creator putting official supplies on everyone’s radar: the Staples baddie @blivxx. After spotlighting a Traitor’s video in the media segment (@relationshitpod) and some TikTok drama (@brittani.lizabeth, @epizuomi7024) they wrap up with a debate about who in their tertulia is a Witch, Owl, House Cat, or Pastor (@peteballmercomedy).     Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dena and Catalina start off the episode talking about everyone’s favorite topic..the weather! (@jayjurden). Next is Dena’s FYP which is still very Olympics-centric (@cowprintcowboyhat, @kellymanno, @scottygange, @theotherstallonedaily).On Catalina’s FYP she is learning about her torso with @5aldwinanna, taking @glamdemon2004’s advice to just go anywhere, and hearing @danielrabinowitz talk about a man who really liked plain chicken ravioli. For food and drink trends the ladies cover the McDonald’s caviar debacle (@thegmansour, @thesocialitefiles, @anastasianatalya, and they close with a video from the group chat about psychics (@aus_ight).    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dena and Catalina open the episode with some discussion of  the Bad Bunny Superbowl Halftime show, including videos by @nssmagazine and @kimherrmann5 before moving on to their FYPs. Dena’s includes @opinionatedhag commenting on Olympic ice dancing, @hannahstudent sharing her Olympic crushes of years-past, and @kar_enthegarage discussing Lindsey Vonn. She also highlights @christina.marie.palma’s feedback for Medieval Times. Catalina’s FYP trends include the Bebot makeup and audio trend (@ling_app, @lolydlplr) and @sarreexcuse demanding even more probiotic sodas. For food and drink trends they cover the Mcdonald’s Caviar and Nugget promotion (@stellabr8), @shrimpfriedroice pairing Little Caesar’s and Butter Chicken, and a new Korean cookie. Last up is Learning on TikTok where @eyedr.ang tells her followers how to test for an astigmatism and @marketpricebk explains what to look for in a shucked oyster.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you getting yelled at by AI slop? Dena and Catalina open the pod discussing the friendly and not so friendly AI cartoons giving them life advice (@health.habits12, @livelongerlab. @mind_wavelength) and creators parodying the trend (@gedhiaa). Dena’s FYP is Winter Olympics (@hahna.boards) and…you guessed it… new parent content! After discussing @anthonygoto’s fascinating data visualization of his baby’s sleep patterns, it’s time for Catalina’s FYP. On her side of TikTok, people like @fairytalesofblue are living life like a Chinese Baddie, following the advice of creators including @sherryxiiruii. She also shares @girlsinquire doing a recap of what they spent in a week and @sarahfischerm banning one of her favorite words. For media it’s more Traitor’s content (@loutiet, @sarahtneal) and wrapping up with a brand new Tertulia Report they share @therealashleyrosayy’s critique of Groundhog Day and @stacee766 giving us interview tips.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ladies start off the podcast reflecting on the trash fire that is the current state of affairs in the USA, using @grantegibbs’ very important commentary to summarize their feelings on the matter (it rhymes with DUCK MICE), before an abrupt vibe shift to the videos they are trying to numb their brains with, like exchange students reacting to the recent snowpocalypse (@italiangirl1130). Dena’s FYP includes @lizlaughlovenyc reacting to Jim Cantori going to New York and a pasta advice video by @shaneyanceyauthor that Catalina didn’t actually watch but still decides to have opinions on. Catalina discusses her sister winning a TikTok sweepstakes, a video by Green Day (@dj.xo97), and @welcometolynnslife helping people become Chinese Baddies. For Food and Drink trends they highlight Japanese Tiramisu (@soogia1), and in the Media segment it’s still all things Traitors with videos by @imsadalex, @jake_amazing, @creek.rat_ and of course @lisarinnaofficial. To close, they cover the latest installation of @thatgirlsydjo’s Group Chat series.    Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.