Dena and Catalina are two 30-somethings who are obsessed with TikTok. They’re on a mission to show everyone there’s more to the platform than dancing teenagers. Join them as they discuss the latest trends, creators, and stories on their For You pages. Like TikTok itself, the content will range from the absurd to the educational. Check out their blog at 2old4tiktok.com and instagram @2old4tiktokpod for a recap of each episode and to view all the videos they discuss.
This week, we're joined by Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, Ph.D.—licensed school and clinical psychologist, author, and expert in what really drives our behavior. From the emotional power behind trending obsessions like Labubu dolls and Stanley cups to the psychology of blind boxes and dopamine loops, Dr. Koslowitz unpacks it all.
We get into why everyone’s captivated by the Coldplay jumbotron affair (yes, there’s science behind it), why she ...
This week the girls start off discussing the Backstreet Boys in Vegas before pivoting to Dena’s big announcement. She shares videos in the FYP segment by @oliviadangerculpo, @lilaholmess, and @brekrause. Dena and Catalina debate the Gen Z stare (@conornoburst, @xiandivyne) before pivoting to Catalina’s FYP, including Columbus content (@nicholasbaldwin4) and @emmadorancomedian telling us we just need a night out. They wrap up with t...
The gals start off the episode with Dena’s report on her long-awaited trip to Wingstop before turning to their FYPs. Dena’s includes @officialgordonmote’s impression of tennis sounds, @moorrgs, and a recap of the history of the Nathan’s 4th of July hot dog eating contest by @__sportsball. Catalina shares @wishyouwerequeertv’s reaction to learning Columbus is a “fashion capital” and @mc667868 reporting that the silent monastery retr...
Catalina calls in from Spain on this week’s episode. While she has fallen off in her TikTok watching, Dena brings her up to speed on all things Jimmy Awards (@broadwaydirect), Benson Boone Crumbl cookies (@chloebuggzz, @yaptrapped) and a facelift in Guadalajara (@michellewood165, @michellewood165). They also chat about Le Creuset Sample Sale videos, featuring content by @jackiemitchellll, @thatssoandrew, and @mlescal. Dena discusse...
Melissa, co-founder of the podcast, joins Dena this week. They discuss their love of Ginny and Georgia, hatred of Sirens, mixed feelings about The Valley, and how TikTok is reacting to the shows. Dena’s For You page contains a horrifying recap of what’s going on on “white TikTok” from @theotherjamila, a funny Karen read take from @kyle_mccutcheon, and the trend of people bullying you to be nice, featuring @remedyandrestore. Melissa...
Dena is joined again by Ashley, friend of the pod, for an exciting episode. Dena’s return from London (where she saw Beyonce, Les Mis, etc.) had them comparing London’s weather to the current NYC weather (@jrue17). And of course, there was more Beyonce content - this time surrounding the Grammy’s news (@beysus.christ). And the newest Blue vs. Gold dress argument is Blue vs. Gray couch (@im.krispy). Spoiler: it’s gray. Dena shared h...
This week on 2 Old 4 TikTok we are joined by Ashley friend of the pod to talk about the latest June trends. Dena and Ashley explain the spiritual experience that was Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter concert (@13tywilson, @terrytorro). And how could they not mention Jaz’s influencer wedding (@justjazzzyidk)? Dena’s FYP gave us “Petty Patti” by Honey Boo Boo (@pagesix) and the latest on Moana girl (@mollybmcpherson). Ashley is all over the ho...
Melissa, co-founder of the podcast, joins Dena this week. They discuss the trend that gingers are Black people with a video by @siraddisonwitt. Season 2 of the Group Chat series is out and both of their for you pages are full of information about the Diddy trial. Dena’s FYP consists of a funny video by @theaveragejoe55 about the controversy about a fitness instructor saying people over 200 pounds could not do pilates, as well as Am...
Catalina joins the podcast from Spain and the girls dive right in to their for you pages. Dena has a video about pineapples by @cassafrass0482 and the New York City McDonald’s Popup event by @hannahemerson27. Catalina gives an incredible update on her journey with the short films that she always sees ads for on TikTok. There’s a new Pope! So she’s still getting lots of Pope content feature videos by @dumbbutpretty13 and @saggiespli...
The girls begin the episode with some Met Gala talk (@johnmvilla2) before moving on to their FYPs. Dena has Cash Cab pranks (@dannyhig) and Death Becomes her on Broadway (@whattristabeaded, @majasparkledust) as well as Blue Ivy content (@..blueivycarter, @thestevensteven). Catalina has @chloe.ggraybringing a rotisserie chicken through TSA and short film sponsored ads that creators like @lucyyy_s can’t escape either. Next Dena highl...
This week on 2 Old 4 TikTok Dena and Catalina break down the I’m so hungry trend (@gracie.ham, @faith.wam, @shelovebenjis) and give it a try themselves. Dena shares the caveman skincare videos gracing her FYP (@kjadeg and @bla3kmagi3) and Catalina talks about all things Pope and Pope adjacent, featuring videos by @heartthrobert, @thestujoph, @nickybinthehouse, and @lkylady25. They wrap up with a content creator spotlight of @luisa...
Dena and Catalina dive into this week’s episode with a discussion of Chinese manufacturers Tik Tok, with videos by @sierrakatherinee, @iambuddhawangwang and @jesicaelise. Coachella videos are also making the rounds this week, including clips of Lady Gaga (@parkeralyse0), Bernie Sanders introducing Cairo (@latimes) and Lola Young (@michaeldrisko). Dena’s FYP includes Passover content (@murrayhillboy, @sammynaynay89) and people regal...
Dena and Catalina start off this week’s episode discussing the Group Chat by @thatgirlsydjo, featuring videos by @hashtagjrupp, @stassischroeder, @thecindynoir, @thebaddestmitch, and @problematichousewifenew. Dena’s FYP this week includes @wildchildandreaa discussing Girl math and tariffs and @padmalakshmi’s response to the VIP list girls. Catalina somehow ended up on the food fetish side of the platform (@thedonutdaddy) via a paro...
Dena and Catalina start off the episode with a discussion of friend of the pod Ashley’s recent TikTok hacking. In her honor they discuss Blue dress girl and the other “dress girls” that came after (@kr1staboi, @chronicallystayingstrong, @islandentertainment, @haydeczo7mp). In the FYP segment Dena shares @stinkyasher’s video of popular girls giving a presentation and @shannanferrytv pushing the product jail button at CVS. Catalina s...
The girls begin the episode with some chat about Catalina’s time in Brazil, including her foray into Brazil TikTok featuring a video by @pedrinho.e.mamae.rose. Next, Dena discusses entering the Skinny Tok side of the platform and a dear friend’s Harry Potter AI video rabbit hole (@potterstudioso). For audio trends they cover Beyonce’s End of Time (@gbrotherso) and the uncomfortable life clip from White Lotus (@marianarinc_, @marcgr...
On this week’s episode of 2Old4TikTok, Dena is joined by Melissa, Co-Founder of the pod, while Catalina settles down from her travels in Brazil. We start off with Nikki Blonsky Tiktok Cameos, featuring content from @theanwarali and @kylegfil_. And easily transition into Broadway TikTok with a video from @andrewpatino. The best part of TikTok is the comments, as displayed by trending content that asks viewers for responses like this...
On this week’s episode of 2Old4TikTok, Dena is joined by Ashley, friend of the pod, while Catalina wears adult diapers on her flight to Brazil. We start off with Traitors content (@morganevelyncook) because if you didn’t watch then what were you even doing? They talk about other themes from the week including Hozier’s yell (@rachelspicer_, @_coleslaw128) and always Chili’s (@calebsaysthings). We learn from Doechii, herself, about h...
We’re back! Dena returns from Japan on this week’s episode of 2 Old 4 Tiktok and there is a lot for the ladies to catch up on. They open with discussion of how the Oscars played out on their timelines, including a video by @elirallo, @terrencefoconnor’s new take on Emilia Perez and @civicsdea’s critique of the Adrian Brody acceptance speech. The audio trend of the moment is Doechii’s Anxiety, and Dena’s FYP is @mynamebeval reflecti...
Catalina and Dena are joined by special guest and OG co-host Melissa for a very special 200th episode. First up they play a game to celebrate, followed by two quick updates on the woman in Pakistan and the Welsh Five. After they discuss TikTok Superbowl content, including a woman who was trying to have her baby out of spite (@naniamour_, @hollmanfam), Kendrick’s performance, Serena’s Crip walk (@kierabreaugh) and of course the lack...
The ladies start off the podcast with a Grammys and TikTok recap, including some key reflections from long-time favorite creator @elirallo. Next up they cover the “You’re so funny” audio trend, highlighting videos by @miso.soup.official, @adamlambert, and @gdensmore. Dena’s FYP is popping off this week with the Welsh five returning to the USA (@ieuanjoness, @charlyannec), an Axolotl song (@doctor_waffle), classical renditions of Ge...
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