Category: Internet culture

In 2014, Nikocado Avocado began his YouTube career as a cheerful, thin vegan vlogger, amassing a dedicated following. However, by September 2016, he officially announced that he would no longer adhere to his plant-based diet, leaving many viewers confused.

Despite the persistent internet myth that drinking a gallon of milk in one hour is impossible, numerous accounts and videos prove otherwise, though not without severe consequences. The primary obstacle isn't a magical limit, but rather the human body's physical constraints and digestive processes. This viral stunt, also known as the 'gallon challenge,' has a surprisingly long and storied history, evolving from a bullpen pastime to a sensational online spectacle.

A 2020 post on Reddit’s 'Today I Learned' forum received thousands of upvotes for claiming the creamy center of a Ferrero Rocher is actually Nutella. This sentiment, widely circulated on the platform, has fueled a long-standing food myth based on the fact that both products are made by the same Italian confectionery company, Ferrero.

According to a 2022 survey of Korean adolescents, approximately 64% of boys and 79% of girls reported watching mukbang or cookbang broadcasts. While the trend offers viewers connection and entertainment, understanding the full picture is complex, and the question of whether watching mukbang is good remains highly debated.

Over half of mukbang viewers in one study reported feeling a negative impact on their dietary habits, with many showing signs of external eating behaviors. While mukbang often portrays the consumption of massive quantities of food, the reality behind how do mukbangers eat so much involves a combination of trained physiology, video techniques, and significant health risks that are not often apparent to viewers.

In 2023, YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, filed a lawsuit against Virtual Dining Concepts, the company behind MrBeast Burger, over complaints of 'inedible' and 'revolting' food harming his brand. This public legal dispute highlighted the significant quality control issues that have plagued the virtual restaurant from its inception, forcing fans and critics alike to question whether the hyped-up enterprise was ultimately a good concept or a bad burger.

According to a 2020 study, roughly 83.5% of mukbang videos display an overconsumption of unhealthy foods. Viewers often wonder: Do mukbang creators actually eat all that food, or is there more going on behind the scenes? This article dives into the reality of the phenomenon, exploring the various techniques, risks, and practices that exist beyond the camera's lens.

In 2022, a Japanese man, known only as Toco, captured the internet's imagination by spending approximately $14,000 on a lifelike collie costume to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming an animal. His work has since evolved from simple YouTube videos documenting his life as a 'human dog' to an expanding project that includes public appearances and even a unique zoo.

According to FiveThirtyEight, the Kappa emote was used over 1.3 million times per day on Twitch as early as 2015, establishing itself as a core component of digital irony. But in an era where text-based communication dominates, understanding the nuances of how and when to use this iconic symbol is key. So, how healthy is kappa for online discourse and the communities that use it?

With the mukbang, or 'eating broadcast,' trend originating in South Korea around 2010, audiences worldwide have been captivated by creators consuming massive amounts of food in a single sitting. How are mukbangers able to eat so much food without immediate severe consequences, and what is the reality behind the performance?