3 chapters across the catalog
Twitter Trends, FDR Fireside Chats and Global Maps
During Obama's speech, Curry notes that the top trending topics on Twitter were T-Mobile, Ray Rice, and the Apple Watch, with the speech failing to crack the top list. They contrast this with FDR's fireside chats in 1942, which prompted citizens to buy maps and globes to follow the war's progress.
Taylor Swift Saturday Night Live Appearance and Twitter Trends
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program by noting Taylor Swift's recent appearance on Saturday Night Live. Curry observes that Twitter trending topics prioritized the singer and the comedy show over the monumental health care bill passed in the Senate. This observation serves as a critique of national priorities reflected in social media data.
Twitter-Enabled Cat Flap, Oprah Winfrey and Trending Topics
A trending news story features a cat flap equipped with RFID technology that posts photos of cats to Twitter. The hosts discuss the mainstreaming of Twitter following Oprah Winfrey's arrival on the platform. They review current trending topics, including Susan Boyle and Earth Day, while questioning the depth of social media discourse.
