Internet Anthropology

Cultural Anthropology Expert and Content Creator

Internet Anthropology is a social media account that discusses pop culture phenomena and social media trends through the lens of anthropological theory on TikTok and Instagram. Carrera Kurnik, the expert behind Internet Anthropology, is a cultural anthropologist who specializes in social media trends, trend forecasting, and foresight strategy. For the past 6 years, Carrera has been working with companies like Doneger Group, Future Snoops, and sparks & honey as a futures strategist, taking an anthropological approach to tracking and predicting cultural trends. Carrera has also been interviewed by CNN as an expert in trends and culture. With an M.A. in Sociocultural Anthropology from Columbia University, Carrera’s work engages the anthropology of the future as a core research area.

Education

M.A. in Sociocultural Anthropology, Columbia University

Professional Achievements

Translates complex theory into clear, actionable insights on digital culture and trends
Appeared in Popular Science, Hypebeast, and ELLE magazine
Has spoken at future-oriented conventions like CES in Las Vegas and regularly leads workshops on foresight and futurism for students at Columbia University and the Fashion Institute of Technology

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Co-authored Articles (9)

The Origin of Labubu & Her Viral Rise to Fame

How a plush toy became an international superstarThe Labubu craze started in 2024 and shows no signs of stopping. But where did this odd little creature come from, and how on earth did it get so popular? We talked to cul...

What Does “Can I Pet That Dog” Mean? (& Why Is It Funny?)

Learn about more hilarious TikTok sounds & where they come from''Can I pet that dawwg? Can I pet that dawg? CAN I PET THAT DAWG?'' Does it ring a bell? It probably does, given that this viral sound has been all over YouT...

A Complete Ranking of Rare & Expensive Sonny Angel Dolls

How much do limited release & special edition Sonnys really go for?You probably know Sonny Angels as the small, cherubic, collectible figurines that started in Japan and then took off globally (largely thanks to the powe...

The “Old Man Yells at Cloud” Meme, Explained (Meaning & More)

A detailed guide to using and interpreting this silly Simpsons meme How’s your meme literacy these days? If you’ve seen a screenshot from ''The Simpsons'' that says “Old Man Yells at Cloud” somewhere online and ...

The Best Places to Buy Dubai Chocolate in the US (In Stores & Online)

Plus, where the viral chocolate bar came from & why it’s so popularIt seems like everyone online is trying the viral Dubai chocolate bar these days, but if you want to try the trendy chocolate yourself, where can you a...

All About Sonny Angels: What They Are & Why They’re Trendy

Find out where to buy Sonny Angel blind boxes near youSonny Angels are a TikTok sensation that’s taken the internet (and the world) by storm—but what ''are'' Sonny Angels? In a nutshell, a Sonny Angel is a small, col...

Do Sonny Angels’ Heads Come Off? Plus, Authenticating Your Sonny Angel

A guide to Sonny Angels head swaps & how to tell if they’re real or fakeIf you’ve held a Sonny Angel, you might’ve noticed something a little weird about its head. Maybe it feels loose, or maybe it came off by acci...

What Does "AirPod Body Type" Mean, and How Can You Style It?

Learn all about the new TikTok slang term for big-breasted peopleIf you’ve been scrolling on TikTok lately, you might have come across people talking about having an “AirPod body.” But what exactly is the AirPod bo...

Where to Buy Real Sonny Angels (and How to Avoid Fakes)

Your complete guide on where to find authentic Sonny Angel figuresSonny Angels are some of the cutest keychains and they’re only getting more popular. If you want to add some Sonny Angel figures to your collection, the...