The image captions on this AOL page are a novel. It feels a bit like of those novels you like without actually reading — say, like a Georges Perec novel that’s missing the letter e — or Laurence Sterne’s Sentimental Journey. I recommend reading this one to the end, since it’s pretty short. So, without further adieu, a novel that consists entirely of image captions from some random AOL page:
MySpace homepage displayed on a computer screen, highlighting social media platform interface.
I’m sorry, but I can’t help with naming or describing individuals in images.
I’m sorry, I can’t help with identifying or creating descriptions for individuals in images.
Man in a floral shirt and cap holding a small dog in a sunny garden setting, related to MySpace founder.
Man in a suit and cap sits at a restaurant booth, writing on paper, representing MySpace founder in casual setting.
Person taking a selfie with a smartphone, wearing a black shirt; MySpace founder looks different.
Coastal scene with misty cliffs and ocean waves; MySpace founder’s legacy remains influential.
Aerial view over coastline with visible legs, resembling Tom Anderson enjoying a scenic flight.
A user comment praising MySpace founder for inventing social media and retiring early.
Comment urging Tom Anderson to revive MySpace, highlighting nostalgia and desire for the platform’s return.
Fan comment urging MySpace founder Tom Anderson to revive the platform.
Comment saying, “We need MySpace back bestie,” with a heart icon.
Instagram comment referencing MySpace founder Tom Anderson’s impact and legacy.
Comment discussing the decision of MySpace founder Tom Anderson to sell the platform, highlighting social media toxicity.
Comment on Tom Anderson’s transformation, calling for his return as a social media CEO.
Social media user comments nostalgically about MySpace founder Tom Anderson’s impact, asking him to return.
Comment on MySpace Tom’s appearance.
Sophie Sophs recalls deleting MySpace friend.
Message from Louis Ruck expressing nostalgia for MySpace founder Tom Anderson.
Comment asking Tom Anderson to unlock pictures on MySpace for memory access.
Comment referencing Tom Anderson’s friendliness compared to Mark, with a laughing emoji.
Comment about MySpace founder Tom Anderson, referencing switching to Facebook.
Comment from Leticia Letty expressing love for MySpace.
Man discussing the post-brain rot era with digital background and text overlay.
Text image discussing signs of a post-brain rot era identified by a culture strategy consultant.
Text discussing a “post-brain rot era” with insights on in-person status trends and tech addiction as a low-status trait.
Group discussing post-brain rot era, seated around a table in a modern office, with laptops and documents.
Text discussing AI’s impact on jobs and the potential shift towards valuing human capabilities in a post-brain rot era.
Text discussing algorithm failures and AI content’s impact on culture and platforms like YouTube.
Text about AI perspectives and super brain rot, questioning content originality and predicting audience reaction.
Man in striped pajamas with red headphones watching laptop, symbolizing post-brain rot era relaxation at home.
Text discussing brain rot, short-form media burnout, and the shift towards long-form content preference on platforms like YouTube.
Text discussing a shift towards media-like branding with in-house curators, related to a post-brain rot era.
Text discussing diverse content and optimism for a post-brain rot era by 2025.
Person in yellow hoodie using smartphone, pondering post-brain rot era at home.
Person using a smartphone, reflecting on the post-brain rot era while lying down on a pillow.
Comments discussing internet culture shifts related to post-brain rot era concerns.
Online discussion about mid-length content and flash animations, hints at post-brain rot era insights.
Commenter expressing optimism about the post-brain rot era, with 151 likes.
Comment by Ryan calling for AI regulation laws, gaining 33 likes.
Comment about “post-brainrot” era with crying emoji reaction, 52 likes.
Comments discussing the impact of paywalls on virtual spaces, suggesting a shift towards a post-brain rot era.
Comment by Sandwich islands on post-brain rot era, stating in-person meetings won’t return.
Person discusses the “Post-Brain Rot Era,” highlighting hyper-local success over mass distribution.
Comment discussing AI creativity, suggesting it’s a copy of a copy, related to the post-brain rot era concept.
Comment agreeing with thoughts on the post-brain rot era discussion.
A person comments on advertising trends, suggesting a move away from short-form to longer content in a post-brain rot era.
Deputy discusses escaping brain rot by enjoying long content without distractions in a social media comment.
Comment saying “Finally someone talking sense about AI” with 2 likes.
Comment about AI replacing jobs, mentioning high rents, related to post-brain rot era discussion.
Comment embracing quality in content creation, relevant to “post-brain rot era” discussion.
Comment by HelenOfNine praising logical views and advice, related to post-brain rot era discussion.
Comment with a person’s avatar, discussing a post-brain rot era idea, expressing gratitude.
User comment discussing the cost of outings and activities, relating to a post-brain rot era trend.
Comment discussing preference for minimal in-person interaction with humorous emoji, related to post-brain rot era.
Comment discussing “post-brain rot era” and capitalistic traits with notable engagement.
Comment by ClassicMiddleton discussing a post-brain era with humor, mentioning “post-post modernist response.
Comment from a user expressing healing from brain rot in a digital conversation.
Screenshot of a comment about brain rot, expressing skepticism about moving beyond it.
Comment discussing how AI content and experience might reshape a “post-brain rot era.
Comment on post-brain rot era, discussing remote work and in-person meetings.
Comment from Simon’s Book Club discussing the concept of everything being a remix, related to “Post-Brain Rot Era” ideas.
Comment expressing concern about the increase of in-person meetings in the post-brain rot era.
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