The Comment Section Ep. 5 - 2025 Recap & The 2016 Revival

In Episode 5 of The Comment Section, we recap the most chaotic and iconic moments of 2025. From Katy Perry going to space and the Coldplay kiss cam to Ozempic discourse, AI Jake Paul, and the rise of “aura farming.” Then we dive into the viral claim that 2026 is the new 2016. Was 2016 really the last “fun” internet year? From Vine’s shutdown to Pokémon Go and killer clowns, we unpack nostalgia, spectacle culture, and why everyone wants the clock turned back.