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Audra Schroeder


Audra Schroeder is the Daily Dot’s senior entertainment writer, and she focuses on streaming, comedy, and music. Her work has previously appeared in the Austin Chronicle, the Dallas Observer, NPR, ESPN, Bitch, and the Village Voice. She is based in Austin, Texas.

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Tim Robinson

‘You sure about that?: Why CapCut Tim Robinson is all over TikTok

We're all looking for the guy who did this.

On Mar 28, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Hailey Bieber in front of dark background (l) Selena Gomez in front of dark background (r)

‘This isn’t what I stand for’: Selena Gomez claims Hailey Bieber is receiving ‘death threats’ over rumored feud

'No one should have to experience hate or bullying.'

On Mar 24, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Pedro Pascal eating a peanut butter jelly sandwich in front of light grey background with That One Sound From TikTok logo in top right

‘HIS MOUSE MOMENT’: Pedro Pascal eating a sandwich is TikTok’s favorite new reaction meme

'Pedro Pascal really took over my whole FYP.'

On Mar 23, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Nan Goldin speaking as people hold signs behind in All the Beauty and the Bloodshed

In ‘All the Beauty and the Bloodshed,’ activism is art

It’s a must-see portrait of the radical bond between art and activism.   

On Mar 23, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Justin Roiland arrives at Comic Con 2019 for Solar Opposites

Fans accuse ‘Rick and Morty’ co-creator Justin Roiland of inappropriate interactions (updated)

There are also allegations around a 'men's club' work environment.

On Mar 21, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

a scene from Flamin' Hot

‘Flamin’ Hot’ is feel-good movie, even if it doesn’t feel entirely true 

Eva Longoria's debut feature is a biopic with heart.

On Mar 15, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Grace Van Dien in Stranger Things season 4

‘Stranger Things’ actress Grace Van Dien says she’s been turning down projects after movie producer sexually harassed her

The 'Stranger Things' star said she's declined four roles in less than a month.

On Mar 10, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

person rubbing hands with caption 'Flies for no reason:' (l) Alberto echo fart remix with caption 'CapCut and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race' 'day 2 of asking for Alberto balsam echo fart remix' (c) person raising hand with funny look on face with caption 'Guys raising their hands in class' with THAT ONE SOUND FROM TIKTOK logo in top right corner

‘Every time I listen to this song now I can only hear farts’: An Aphex Twin remix cuts loose on TikTok

'I'm just glad it's putting Aphex Twin in front of new audience.'

On Mar 10, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Clancy's Auto Body Shop with cat meme and caption 'Guys I lied on my resume and got a job doing the social media of this body shop, please blow this up so I don't get fired' (l) Clancy's Auto Body Shop with cat meme and caption 'Guys I lied on my resume and got a job doing the social media of this body shop, please blow this up so I don't get fired' (c) Clancy's Auto Body Shop with cat meme and caption 'Guys I lied on my resume and got a job doing the social media of this body shop, please blow this up so I don't get fired' (r)

A 6-year-old cat meme helped a Florida auto body shop go viral on TikTok

'Guess I'm driving 12 hours to get my car fixed.'

On Mar 3, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Mario Let Me Love You music video with THAT ONE SOUND FROM TIKTOK logo in top right corner

‘I’ll never hear the song the same’: Why Mario’s ‘Let Me Love You’ has TikTok screaming

'I've heard the song probably a hundred times, but that part stuck out to me.'

On Mar 3, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

the cast of Party Down

‘Party Down’ passes the revival test 

With hindsight, it’s easier to see how ahead of the curve 'Party Down' really was.

On Mar 2, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

woman greenscreen TikTok over Instagram post with caption 'MY BABY' 'there is a mother on IG who has created a tour to have individuals' (l) woman pointing to caption 'will you please address the woman who is having meet and greets from LA to NYC for her 3 year old!!!' 'I will address this' (c) woman greenscreen TikTok over Instagram post with caption 'MY BABY' 'aka strangers online meet her 3 year old daughter' (r)

‘The parasocial relationships on social media are out of control’: Influencer called out for announcing ‘meet-and-greet tour’ for 3-year-old daughter

The announcement got people talking about child exploitation on social media.

On Feb 25, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

woman greenscreen TikTok over TikToker making food with caption ''Erica, why don't you do cooking videos?'' (l) person holding ingredients with caption 'When I'm about to make one of my famous casseroles' (c) woman greenscreen TikTok over food TikTok with That One Sound From TikTok logo in top right corner (r)

‘I love how your voice is in all of our heads’: How TikTok came to love and fear ‘Everybody’s so creative’

All those gross TikTok food videos have a comeback now.

On Feb 24, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

Rihanna and ASAP Rocky in front of greenery

Rihanna’s British ‘Vogue’ cover draws out the toxic masculinity

Comments about 'emasculation' are predictable but depressing.

On Feb 17, 2023 by Audra Schroeder

IShowSpeed dancing to Just Dance One Kiss with That One Sound From TikTok logo on top right

Why Dua Lipa’s ‘One Kiss’ is going viral again on TikTok

'WHY DID HE RAGE?'

On Feb 17, 2023 by Audra Schroeder