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Kyle Calise is a video producer, writer, and storyteller from southern New England. When he’s not crafting explainer and culture videos, he’s usually out on a nature trail admiring trees.

Kyle Calise

Meme History: How a ‘distracted boyfriend’ went from a simple stock photo to an iconic meme

Kahron Spearman is a journalist, copywriter, and host of “Discovery with Kahron Spearman” on KAZI 88.7.

Kahron Spearman

A short history of ‘What Year Is It?’ memes

There’s a starter pack meme for everything

What is the ‘Sussy Baka’ meme?

crying jordan meme on a red meme background

Meme History: Why sad Michael Jordan is the MVP of crying memes

Mikael Thalen is a tech and security reporter covering social media, data breaches, hackers, and more.

Mikael Thalen

Mickey Mouse as Steamboat Willie in Deal with It Meme

‘Steamboat Willie, no!’: Memes of Disney’s original version of Mickey Mouse committing atrocities flood web after copyright expires

The alien mummies in Mexico may not be real but the memes are hilarious

What are ‘Biblically Accurate Angel’ memes and why are they terrifying?

Memes

A history of Troll Face memes

A short history of the Spoderman meme

Entertainment

Meme History: How a tea commercial starring Kermit the Frog became the perfect reaction meme

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

Anchorman memes: They’re kind of a big deal

A short history of the “Chopper Crying” meme from “One Piece”

Tricia Crimmins is a former Senior Reporter on the politics and tech team covering discrimination, identity, and the 2024 election.

Tricia Crimmins

The joy—and awkwardness—of Robert Pattinson memes

Ralph Wiggum on bus saying "i'm in danger" meme