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Memes in 2010: Downfall

December 27th, 2010 2:49 PM

In April, YouTube turned into a battleground of copyrights and fair use doctrine when hundreds of "Downfall" parody videos were taken down on behalf of the German production studio Constantin Films.

In a special two-part KYM episode, Internet scientists Elspeth & Yatta explain how Constantin’s attempt has only drawn more attention to the meme and how to dispute a wrongful copyright claim on YouTube.

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Anime Girls in Bullet Hell

December 24th, 2010 7:37 PM

Touhou Project 101! Let's take a closer look at one of the largest Japanese indie game franchises and the rise of moé characters as a memetic powerhouse.

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Memes in 2010: Effing Magnets

December 24th, 2010 5:30 AM

In April 2010, Detroit rappers Insane Clown Posse pulled out a wild card with a song about the wonders of nature titled “Miracles,” which was quickly met by both ridicule and immense reaction. Were they trolling for $$$? Or were they not thinking at all? Check out scientist Elspeth’s report for more info!

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Memes in 2010: Downfall

Memes in 2010: Downfall

December 27th, 2010 2:49 PM

In April, YouTube turned into a battleground of copyrights and fair use doctrine when hundreds of "Downfall" parody videos were taken down on behalf of the German production studio Constantin Films.

In a special two-part KYM episode, Internet scientists Elspeth & Yatta explain how Constantin’s attempt has only drawn more attention to the meme and how to dispute a wrongful copyright claim on YouTube.

Read More


Anime Girls in Bullet Hell

Anime Girls in Bullet Hell

December 24th, 2010 7:37 PM

Touhou Project 101! Let's take a closer look at one of the largest Japanese indie game franchises and the rise of moé characters as a memetic powerhouse.

Read More


Memes in 2010: Effing Magnets

Memes in 2010: Effing Magnets

December 24th, 2010 5:30 AM

In April 2010, Detroit rappers Insane Clown Posse pulled out a wild card with a song about the wonders of nature titled “Miracles,” which was quickly met by both ridicule and immense reaction. Were they trolling for $$$? Or were they not thinking at all? Check out scientist Elspeth’s report for more info!

Read More