Ep. 160 | The Day the Internet Died
From Ms.Biz by Brooke Boltz & Rachel Boltz
June 9, 2026 · 31 min · Episode 180
About this episode
This episode explores the Dead Internet Theory and the impact of AI and algorithms on online content and engagement.
Ep. 160 | The Day the Internet Died Is the internet still driven by real people, or are we entering an era where bots, algorithms, and artificial intelligence generate most of what we see online? In this episode, we explore the fascinating and controversial concept known as the Dead Internet Theory—the idea that a growing percentage of online content, engagement, and conversations may no longer be created by humans. From AI-generated content and automated social media accounts to algorithm-driven feeds and synthetic engagement, we examine why so many people feel that the internet has changed dramatically over the past decade. Has authentic human interaction been replaced by automation, or is this theory simply a reflection of how digital platforms have evolved? Join us as we break down the origins of the Dead Internet Theory, the rise of artificial intelligence, the role of social media algorithms, and what these changes could mean for businesses, creators, marketers, and everyday internet users. Whether you're interested in technology, digital culture, online marketing, AI, or the future of the web, this conversation raises important questions about where the internet is headed…
People in this episode
Hosts: Brooke Boltz, Rachel Boltz
Topics covered
- internet culture
- artificial intelligence
- social media
- digital marketing
- online engagement
- technology
Keywords
- Dead Internet Theory
- artificial intelligence
- social media
- digital culture
- online marketing
- automation
- internet evolution
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Organizations: Ms.Biz
Books & works: Dead Internet Theory
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