Episodes
This is not goodbye, but see you later ❤️ This podcast has opened so many doors for me and I am eternally grateful. I will be focusing my time on creating the best show I can with "The Middle Row w Coco Mocoe" where every episode, I sit down with a music artist as we watch their music video on the big screen and break it down scene by scene. The first guest of my new show will be Towa Bird. Turn on post notifications on YouTube so you are notified when the episode drops. TAP HERE...
Published 03/26/24
Subscribe to Coco's YouTube channel⁠ 📺 Follow Coco Mocoe on social media: ⁠instagram.com/cocomocoe⁠ ⁠tiktok.com/@cocomocoe/⁠ Join the Discord here: ⁠https://discord.gg/PjJuA7JehE⁠ Thank you for reviewing the #AheadOfTheCurve podcast and sharing it with a friend who loves marketing and pop culture as much as we do! Listen to my episode about the UMG vs. TikTok battle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ahead-of-the-curve-with-coco-mocoe/id1603953369?i=1000644222978 Email:...
Published 03/14/24
Today's episode of #AheadOfTheCurve with Coco Mocoe is all about what makes content or trends go viral, and most importantly become memorable, according to "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell. The book was written in 2000 but I apply his brilliant concepts to how to go viral on TikTok, YouTube and more in 2024 and beyond. In this episode, we discuss 3 of my major takeaways after reading the book: The power of repetition or "The Blues Clues Effect" The power of reverse marketing...
Published 03/05/24
Subscribe to Coco's YouTube channel 📺 Follow Coco Mocoe on social media: instagram.com/cocomocoe tiktok.com/@cocomocoe/ Join the Discord here: https://discord.gg/PjJuA7JehE Thank you for reviewing the #AheadOfTheCurve podcast and sharing it with a friend who loves marketing and pop culture as much as we do! Today we are talking about how to break out of a shadowban on TikTok, how to find a new niche when feeling stale about your content and what is changing about TikTok's...
Published 02/28/24
Reesa Teesa has taken over the FYP with her storytime, "Who the F Did I Marry?" (@reesamteesa on TikTok). She grew from 100k followers to 600k overnight. Then jumped to 700k+ while I was at the gym! I have not seen growth this fast since Khaby Lame, Charli D'Amelio and Addison Rae. After writing the script and going to bed, I woke up to Reesa having over 1 million followers! It has been so long since a new creator has reminded me of the magic of this app. Reesa is not following trends or...
Published 02/20/24
Join the #AheadOfTheCurve Discord: https://discord.gg/uUkRh4qfAU Follow Coco Mocoe on social media @cocomocoe Instagram YouTube TikTok For business inquiries, email: [email protected] Summary of Episode: The first Super Bowl was hosted in 1967 and the average cost of a commercial was between $35.000 and $40,000 according to Sportico. This year more than ever, the NFL had their eyes set on a female audience. This came with the addition of player’s girlfriends...
Published 02/13/24
Join the #AheadOfTheCurve discord here: https://discord.gg/QUx2h72q Thank you for reviewing the podcast! Today's episode of "Ahead of the Curve with Coco Mocoe" is about the Grammy's 2024 award ceremony where Taylor Swift won big! Some of the most talked about moments of the night include; Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift rooting each other on, Lana Del Rey joining Taylor Swift on stage, Victoria Monet wins for "Best New Artist" of the year and more! We also cover the biggest tech...
Published 02/05/24
Today we are talking to TMZ journalist, Wyld Young, about how they break the biggest stories in entertainment news, the biggest Grammy's controversies, the Nicki Minaj & Meg thee Stallion beef and more. Follow Wyld Young on socials: instagram.com/wyld.young/ tiktok.com/@wyld.young/ Listen to the TMZ Verified podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tmz-verified/id1614545941 Thank you for watching, rating and subscribing to the podcast ❤️ Join the...
Published 01/29/24
Want to be an influencer or creator in 2024? Want to make TikTok or YouTube your full-time job? Well...get ready for lots of hate! Unfortunately it is part of the job. But that doesn't mean it should stop you. Here is how I have learned to grow self-confidence even at times when I fall into the trap of reading awful things people are saying. It happens to everyone online so it is not personal! I hope this helps someone ❤️ SOURCES: "I faked a scandal online for attention" by Marley...
Published 01/22/24
Did the world need a “Mean Girls” musical movie? Let's discuss... Tina Fey comes back to the big screen with a “Mean Girls” musical remake based on the Broadway play. The new movie features an all-star cast like Renee Rapp, Auli’i Cavalhro, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Angouri Rice, Christopher Brinley and Bebe Wood. Lot’s of reviews are coming in about the movie. Here are my thoughts from a media perspective and how the public’s response to this movie will shape the industry in the next few...
Published 01/15/24
"Saltburn" Spoiler Alerts Ahead! 🚨  Today’s episode of #AheadOfTheCurve with Coco Mocoe is all about the movie “Saltburn” - because I can’t stop thinking about it.  Topics discussed:  Who is Emerald Fennell and her connection to Margot Robbie?  Comparing the ending of “Saltburn” to “Leave the World Behind” Symbolism of the moth and Oliver Oliver correcting Fairleigh about the poet Lord Byron  The symbolism of mirrors The symbolism of red rooms  Oliver’s strained...
Published 01/08/24
Is relatability over-rated? As Alix Earle faces some scrutiny over a vomit dress in the closet, it seems that audiences are starting to grow weary of the over-relatable. But what will come next? Creators like Jackie Aina and Monet McMichael have grown cult-like followings in the beauty space for creating high-quality content. Is this going to be one way the pendulum swings away from what was trendy the last few years? Let's discuss! Welcome to the season finale of #AheadOfTheCurve with...
Published 12/27/23
Want to be the next Meredith Duxbury or Monet McMichael? What will be different about how beauty influencers become famous in 2024 compared to 2023? What do the top beauty brands look for when curating their influencer lists and beauty trends? Today's episode is with top beauty brand strategist & creator, Koosha Nouri! He is a wealth of information when it comes to brands, best practices, how to go viral in the beauty space and more. You can find Koosha on socials here:...
Published 12/25/23
Remember Boxxy? Join us as we explore the rise and fall of this internet icon and her influence on the birth of millennial cringe culture. We'll take a trip down memory lane, revisiting iconic moments, tracing the evolution of cringe, and analyzing its lasting impact. We also discuss why Gen-Z is so obsessed with capturing millennial cringe in their own ironic content. Today’s video is featuring Justin Jordan aka @freddiesroommate from TikTok! You can listen to his podcast “Decoding...
Published 12/11/23
Was 2023 the year the influencer bubble burst? Today we are joined by the Lauren and Jordyn from the Infinite Scroll Podcast to talk about the biggest influencer stories and controversies of 2023 and how they will shape the industry for years to come. You can listen to the “Infinite Scroll”podcast episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/infinite-scroll/id1499785732  You can watch the “Infinite Scroll” YouTube video with me here:...
Published 12/04/23
Did you know Jenna Marbles got her start at Barstool Sports? We discuss that and more on this episode of #AheadOfTheCurve with Coco Mocoe. Let's dive into the parallels of BuzzFeed and Barstool Sports and what can go wrong when you become the "coolest place to work" on the internet. Thank you so much for listening to the podcast, subscribing to my channel and for sharing your favorite episodes with a friend who loves marketing and pop culture as much a we do. Let's hit 500 reviews on...
Published 11/27/23
How did Selena Gomez become Gen-Z's favorite pop star? We are dissecting her 10+ year long music career in today's episode of 'Ahead of the Curve with Coco Mocoe'. Our special guest is Adam The Flop! From Revival to Rare to Kiss & Tell...we talk about it all. Join the #AheadOfTheCurve Discord here: https://discord.gg/FWjnNmCnRu Follow @adamtheflop on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube Follow Coco Mocoe on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube Here is the great deep dive I mention early on in...
Published 11/20/23
Ever wondered how often celebrities google themselves? Or taken it a step further and done a PR stunt to change any bad search results that are trending? Well today, we are discussing some of the most talked about celebrity “seo” conspiracies from Disney’s “Frozen” to Hailey Bieber’s “Mean Girl” to Taylor Swift’s “Jet”.  Today’s episode is with one of my favorite podcasters who you hear me mention ALL THE TIME, which is Shannon from Fluently Forward. Listen to her podcast here:...
Published 11/13/23
Have you noticed an influx of videos on TikTok making fun of millennials? Well, I have! But Millennials have always been ridiculed online for simply existing. And why is that? From the cup song to Hogwarts houses to boxxy - millennials at least have culture! Let’s discuss. The viral TikTok that inspired this video was from @freddiesroommate on TikTok about the history of millennial cringe and the creator "boxxy" aka Catie Wayne. Examples of tiktokers making videos about millennials:...
Published 11/06/23
Today is an honest book review and deep dive into the trending book, Glossy by Marisa Meltzer. It is a profile piece about Emily Weiss and Glossier. But who is she?  Emily Weiss is the founder of the popular beauty brand, Glossier. She was introduced to the world as a Teen Vogue intern on the MTV show, ‘The Hills’, starring Lauren Conrad. She would go on to create the popular beauty blog ‘Into The Gloss’ which would be the catalyst for her billion-dollar company, Glossier.  What can we...
Published 10/30/23
In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into the story behind the viral success of the Pickle Sweatshirt, created by Jess Slone of Bad Addiction Boutique. Discover how an inside joke turned into TikTok Shop's best-selling item, as Jess shares her journey from concept to market dominance. We also explore the impact of influential figures like Mikayla Noguiera who have contributed to the pickle sweatshirt's viral fame. For more celebrity and creator interviews, marketing insights and TikTok...
Published 10/23/23
Today's interview is with celebrity P.R. crisis manager, Molly McPherson. We talk about the biggest scandals of the year from Lizzo to Ashton Kutcher to Colleen Ballinger. You can follow Molly McPherson on social media here: instagram.com/molly.mcpherson tiktok.com/@mollybmcpherson You can listen to Molly McPherson’s P.R. podcast, “Indestructible PR Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indestructible-pr-podcast-with-molly-mcpherson/id1441897190 TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - 1:28...
Published 10/15/23
Today we will be talking about the rise of Bobbi Althoff and her mysterious podcast. This video is based on personal opinion and I encourage everyone to do their own research. Follow Coco on socials: Instagram.com/cocomocoe TikTok.com/@cocomocoe YouTube Join the #AheadOfTheCurve Discord here: https://discord.gg/4wTp3DpjBh Rate the podcast on chartable: https://chartable.com/podcasts/coco-mocoe-tarot Thank you for listening to "Ahead of the Curve with Coco Mocoe" on YouTube and your...
Published 10/09/23
Today we are sitting down with Trevi Moran. Trevi is known for having one of the most viewed auditions on X Factor of all-time, for being a part of the first content house ever (O2L) and now for putting out dark pop music. Here is my sit-down interview with the rising pop star. Hope you enjoy! Follow Trevi Moran on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/trevimoran Subscribe to the #AheadOfTheCurve podcast channel Listen to the episodes back on your favorite podcast platforms (Spotify,...
Published 10/02/23