Oct 16, 2019
In this episode, Charlie, Rita and Jose talk about Facebook’s decision to hide ‘likes’ and the science and reasoning behind it. In the Deep Dive segment, the hosts discuss TikTok and what school marketers need to know about this growing platform. The Question of the Week focuses on the difference between search volume and search traffic. In the Rants and Raves segment, the hosts discuss the recent battle between Vegemite and Marmite.
Episode links:
Facebook says it is testing removing the number of likes on
posts so the platform doesn't 'feel like a
competition'
https://www.businessinsider.com.au/facebook-likes-remove-competition-2019-9
Headspace survey reveals social media the driving factor that
leads to poor mental health in our children
https://www.thecourier.com.au/story/6426309/social-media-leading-to-more-mental-ill-health-in-our-kids-headspace/
The science behind hiding likes on Facebook
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/the-science-behind-hiding-likes-on-facebook#V8dttSsKKVe6VoOj.99
Mental Health Month shines light on student
wellbeing
https://www.theeducatoronline.com/k12/news/mental-health-month-shines-light-on-student-wellbeing/267114
Irreverent video-sharing app TikTok is quietly ramping up in
Australia
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/irreverent-video-sharing-app-tiktok-is-quietly-ramping-up-in-australia#RAiQXjp2p3CGeljY.99
What’s making TikTok tick?
https://wearesocial.com/au/blog/2019/06/whats-making-tiktok-tick
TikTok revenue and usage Statistics (2019)
https://www.businessofapps.com/data/tik-tok-statistics/
Is TikTok safe for kids?
https://thecybersafetylady.com.au/2019/02/is-tiktok-safe-for-kids/
The battle between Vegemite and Marmite
thickens
https://www.adnews.com.au/news/the-battle-between-vegemite-and-marmite-thickens#b3Jk2ifykkmstT1S.99