are all events slop now?

are all events slop now?

From Grownkid by GrownKid

February 21, 2026 · 20 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the rise of slop events as a means for young people to connect in real life.

from look-alike contests to lesbian oil wrestling to boxing your evil situationship, people are looking for a reason to gather. this episode we talk about how slop events have taken online discourse and made it something you could actually be part of. if slop events are what it takes to for young people to connect IRL, then yes, we will attend the Timothée Chalamet look alike contest. join our social club: https://grownkid.typeform.com/to/eZhvsKGH?typeform-source=grownkid.com overshare with us: grownkid.com About our Partners: Grownkid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 Reasons Why to Unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics covered

  • events
  • online discourse
  • social gatherings
  • youth culture

Keywords

  • slop events
  • Timothée Chalamet look alike contest
  • lesbian oil wrestling

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Timothée Chalamet, Unprisoned

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