Listen "Coffee Culture, State Parks, and the Gen Z Stare: July’s Hottest Google Trends"
Episode Synopsis
In this latest episode of the Mason Vera Paine Show, Mason is joined by Google Trends expert Jennifer Jones to speak about the biggest online trends of July. Jennifer shares why Labubu plush keychains have gone viral, how “No Buy July” is shaping shopping decisions, and what’s behind the boom in coffee culture and unique latte flavors. They also discuss the rise of Gen Z etiquette searches and the growing popularity of state parks. Key takeaways include practical Google tips for smarter shopping, staying updated on trends, and using AI tools for better communication.Top Show Highlights with Timestamps0:14 – Labubu Plush Craze: Jennifer Jones explains the global phenomenon behind Labubu dolls and the viral buzz about the rumored 24K gold Labubu keychain.1:22 – No Buy July & Shopping Trends: Hear how “No Buy July” sparked top searches about gold, buying homes, and organic food, as people rethought their purchasing choices.2:21 – Google Virtual Try-On Feature: Discover Google’s new tool that lets users preview billions of clothing items before buying, making online shopping smarter and easier.2:48 – Coffee Culture Booms: Coffee shops and at-home coffee-making reach an all-time high, with trending latte flavors like banana, s’mores, and Teddy Graham.4:54 – Gen Z Stare & Etiquette Searches: Dive into the rise of the “Gen Z stare,” a viral social trend, and see why Gen Z etiquette and online politeness are hot topics.6:10 – AI Tools for Communication: Learn how Google’s Gemini AI and Gmail’s unsend feature help users write better emails and avoid online misunderstandings.6:52 – State Parks Surpass National Parks: State parks become more popular than national parks in searches, as Jennifer shares tips for planning outdoor adventures with Google Maps’ offline features.Want to hear more of Mason? Check out: MasonVeraPaine.com for the latest interviews. Like Mason on Facebook at: Facebook.com/MasonVeraPaine and follow on X: X.com/MasonVeraPaine. Interested in being a guest on the show or wish to send pitches contact us at: [email protected]