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Join Kate Lindsay twice a week as we gaze deep into the online abyss—and tell you what’s gazing back.

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by Will Oremus, tech writer at The Atlantic and author of “The Feel-Good Story of the World Cup Is Too Good to Be True.” While our social media feeds have been flooded with thousands of viral and wholes... more

On today’s episode, in collaboration with No Such Thing, host Kate Lindsay is joined by Manny Fidel, Noah Friedman, and Devan Joseph to talk about payment apps, and how they’ve changed the way we think about money. Plus, Kate reveals her own payment ... more

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Recent Guests

Beth Pinsker
MarketWatch columnist, CFP
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Lizzie Post
Co-president at the Emily Post Institute
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Episode: My Decade-Long Payment App Feud
Bridget Read
Features Writer at New York Magazine; author
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Episode: Your Group Chats Are Now Blackmail
Nitish Pawha
Staff writer
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Episode: Everything Is Phone
Rachelle Barker
YouTube creator known as Girl on Film, covers horror through a feminist lens
YouTube
Episode: A YouTuber Made Your New Favorite Horror Film
Rachelle Karten
Behind Link In Bio newsletter, social media strategist
Link In Bio
Episode: You Keep Falling For Secret Ads
Stephanie McNeal
Writer and reporter focused on culture and internet culture
Slate
Episode: Beware The Boy Mom
Angelina Mazza
Friend of the pod, frequent guest
Slate
Episode: Keep TikTok Out Of Our Favorite YA Books
Ed Zitron
Writer, host of Better Offline podcast, vocal commentator on AI and tech
Independent
Episode: AI Detectors Won’t Save Us

Host

Kate Lindsay
Host of ICYMI; engages in cultural and media analysis with a focus on internet culture and online discourse.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Hosts and guests with their “like”

    I generally like the episodes but find both the hosts and their guests use the word “like” way too often in their sentences to the point that it distracts what they are articulating. I wish they could tone it down.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sweater Bowl
    Canadaa month ago
  • Unthought out thoughts

    You guys don’t know what you want to say. Are these recorded live? Put some thought into it, make coherent statements.

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    1
    🦊🐶🐻🐱
    United Statesa month ago
  • love niche internet content

    speak on it!! it’s nice to listen to rational people break down some of these insane trends. also i feel like y’all are getting review bombed for some reason

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    l1lyhumm
    United Statesa month ago
  • Shocking, so many ads

    Interesting topic, personable host, but the episodes are hard to listen to because of how many ads there are in relation to how long the actual discussion is. I think this podcast concept would have a better shot on a network like Vox or NyMag.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mari_hendrix
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great era of ICYMI

    Tuning in a lot more these days. Love this new version of ICYMI ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N……..t
    Canada2 months ago

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A number of reviews highlight a shift in vibes since earlier hosts, with mixed feelings about changes in tone and guests.
Listeners praise the show for staying informed about online culture and currents in media.
Some critics feel the host's delivery can be sharp or abrasive for certain guests.
Listeners note ads can be frequent, but value the insights and guest expertise.

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#155
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#163
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A YouTuber Made Your New Favorite Horror Film
Q: What is your earliest internet memory?
Rachelle shares a memory of using Omegle as a teen, reflecting on the thrill and fear of early online interactions and how those experiences shaped her interest in online horror cultures.
Beware The Boy Mom
Q: How would you define a 'boy mom' and why does this trope persist online?
Stephanie explains that a boy mom leverages a mother's status to comment on gender norms and anxieties around sons, often reflecting and amplifying patriarchal stereotypes while also revealing the tension between a mother's caregiving role and broader cultural expectations.
Beware The Boy Mom
Q: What is your earliest internet memory?
Stephanie recalls a Beanie Babies forum from her childhood, describing how it was mostly adults and how she was a dedicated poster who contributed to world-building and fan narratives, which set the stage for her later work as an internet culture reporter.
My Decade-Long Payment App Feud
Q: Are there Venmo best practices that everyone should follow, no matter what?
Yes—debate over minimums for requests, preferring to split and pay your own share, and using upfront agreements to avoid awkwardness later; experts suggest not leaving large balances to accrue and to cancel or resolve small, lingering requests promptly.
The Secret Marketing Tactic Killing The Internet
Q: How do narrative campaigns differ from clipping, and what are some real-world examples?
Narrative campaigns use fake or dummy accounts to push a particular storyline in comments, threads, and tweets to shape perception, such as portraying a figure as wronged or promoting a specific theory. Examples discussed include campaigns around Justin Baldoni and others where crisis PR teams plotted coordinated online narratives.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ICYMI

What is ICYMI about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, culturally literate show that analyzes internet culture, media ecosystems, and contemporary politics through a critical but accessible lens. Episodes span right-wing media dynamics, fan communities, live-tainment economics, the ethics of leaks, and the evolving rhetoric around personal essays, spirituality, and AI in publishing. A recurring strength is connecting industry trends to everyday online behavior, with guests ranging from journalists and editors to creators and subject-matter experts. Notable since the show's relaunch is a more measured, research-informed approach, paired with candid storytelling and timely takes on how platforms, algorithms, and sponsorship shape online discourse. This mix makes it useful for listeners w... more

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8. Angelina Mazza

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