The Problem With The Internet: Jacob Hawley & Jake Farrell
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Show Notes
Comedians Jacob Hawley and Jake Farrell, hosts of the hit podcast Screen Rot, join James Smith to dissect the madness of the modern internet - where everyone’s a brand, outrage is currency, and idiots become superstars overnight.
From online fame to fake authenticity, steroids to OnlyFans, they unpack the comedy and chaos of living in a world that never logs out.
Jacob and Jake, two of the UK’s freshest stand-up voices, bring their signature blend of humour and insight to questions that define our time: Is the algorithm killing culture? Why does everyone need a platform? And can you stay sane while being online for a living?
They discuss:
◼️ Why the internet rewards bad behaviour
◼️ How outrage, moral superiority, and “hot takes” became entertainment
◼️ The rise of online characters - from influencers to politicians
◼️ The dark side of the creator economy and performance-enhancing everything
◼️ What the future of comedy, fame, and humanity might look like
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