Trolling isn’t just an internet joke—it gets people killed.
In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan digs into the real-world consequences of online harassment—from the deaths of Caroline Flack and Megan Meier to the digital mobs of GamerGate. What drives trolls? Why do platforms let it happen? And what can anyone do about it?
🎙 Topics include:
– Tragic outcomes from trolling and cyberbullying
– Why internet anonymity fuels cruelty
– Ryan’s personal encounters with online hate
– Legal challenges and what law enforcement can—and can’t—do
This episode doesn’t beg for sympathy. It demands accountability.
🔥 Hit Follow if you’re tired of watching people weaponize a Wi-Fi signal.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: The Impact of Yelling at Others
00:16 - Tragic Stories of Online Harassment
01:33 - Welcome to Stay in the Gray Podcast
02:13 - Exploring the World of Online Trolls
18:14 - Personal Reflections and Handling Trolls
29:03 - Conclusion: Dealing with Online Negativity
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