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Emily Rivera
Culture
Why Gen Z Is Falling in Love with No-Phone Concerts
At a Ghost no-phone concert, I discovered the power of pure presence with no screens, no distractions, just raw emotion and connection. Here’s why phone-free shows are the future of live music for Gen Z.
Lifestyle
11 Smartest Pets Gen Z Should Consider
Discover the smartest pets Gen Z is loving right now. From Border Collies to parrots, pigs, and even octopuses, find out which animals bring brains and charm into your home.
Lifestyle
11 Underrated Signs Someone Truly Cares About You
Discover 11 low-key yet powerful ways people express love in relationships. From small check-ins to silent support, see how Gen Z is redefining what it means to show you care.
Food
Why Magnum Is the Coolest It-Girl Accessory of 2025
Magnum Ice Cream has transformed into a Gen Z lifestyle icon by teaming up with fashion influencers and cultural events. Here's how a dessert brand became the hottest accessory of the year.
Culture
Is 35 the New 80? Gen Z's Take on Aging Has Millennials Spiraling
A recent poll reveals that Gen Z thinks 35 is officially “old”—and Millennials aren’t taking it well. Dive into the generational clash, what “aging” really means to Gen Z, and take our quiz to see if you’re already considered ancient.
Entertainment
The Best Squid Game Memes from Gen Z Minds
From Red Light, Green Light to Dalgona disasters, check out 20 Squid Game jokes that’ll make you laugh harder than Gi-hun’s bank account after episode 9. Only at Woke Waves Magazine.
Culture
Bathroom Camping Diaries: Gen Z's Secret Mental Hideout
Explore why Gen Z is turning bathrooms into safe mental hideouts with the viral “bathroom camping” trend. Learn how solo retreats in restrooms provide stress relief, privacy, and a reboot in overstimulating moments.
Entertainment
Mid-2000s Banger Turned TikTok Trend: The Return of Charli XCX's "Party 4 U"
Charli XCX’s once-obscure track “Party 4 U” from 2006 is now the TikTok anthem of summer 2025. Discover why this nostalgic bop has Gen Z in their feels—and their feeds.
Lifestyle
Micro Fruit Nails Are the Cutest Summer Trend You Need Right Now
Micro fruit nails are the ultimate summer 2025 trend—think strawberries, kiwis, and cherries painted in adorable detail. Gen Z's obsession with micro-artistry meets snackcore aesthetic in this TikTok-fueled nail art takeover.
Tech
Meet Jake the Rizzbot: Gen Z's New Favorite Cowboy AI
Jake the Rizzbot is the cowboy-hatted humanoid robot dropping Gen Z slang and pickup lines on Austin streets—and the internet is obsessed with his bizarre, meme-worthy charm.
Lifestyle
20 Vaseline Beauty Tricks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner
From longer lashes to softer feet, Vaseline is the budget beauty hack Gen Z swears by. Discover 20 creative, effective ways to use this classic skincare staple in your daily routine.
Culture
Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with the Girls Stoop in Greenpoint
Gen Z is turning HBO’s Girls stoop in Greenpoint into a cultural hotspot. From nostalgia-driven selfies to identity vibes, here’s why the millennial-era show is striking a deep chord in 2025.
Entertainment
Glee's Most Cringe Moments That Still Haunt Us
From hot tub pregnancies to puppet hallucinations, Glee was as chaotic as it was iconic. We’re revisiting the most cringe-worthy moments that made fans question everything.
Entertainment
Why Gen Z Is Rewatching Glee—and Loving to Roast It
Gen Z is rewatching Glee on streaming platforms, turning its cringe moments, iconic songs, and chaotic plotlines into viral meme content on TikTok. Here’s why it’s the ultimate hate-watch.
Entertainment
Celebs Are Weird: Inside Hollywood's Most Bizarre Hobbies
From Kesha’s tooth jewelry to Pierce Brosnan breathing fire, these celebrity hobbies are anything but basic. Discover the wildest, weirdest pastimes of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
Labubu Mania: Why Gen Z Is Collecting a $7,000 Gremlin Toy
Labubu, a quirky vinyl toy with bug eyes and weird vibes, is selling for up to $7,000. Here’s why Gen Z is going all in—and why I kinda love it too.
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About Author
Emily Rivera
Emily Rivera, renowned for her whimsical and light-hearted take on the world, is Woke Waves' primary writer for everything quirky and unconventional. Emily has a talent for uncovering the amusing and the extraordinary in everyday stories. She focuses on offbeat news, humorous events, and peculiar trends. Her engaging and humorous writing style brings even the most unusual topics to life in an enjoyable and accessible way. A Creative Writing graduate from the University of Oregon, Emily's love for wit and the weird shines through in her journalism, ensuring that every piece is filled with fun and fascination. Whether she's reporting on the latest internet craze, delving into odd cultural practices, or crafting features that make readers chuckle, Emily's work is a refreshing deviation from the norm, providing a delightful and entertaining break from daily routines.
