Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

As the podcast approaches its 300th episode, it remains relevant due to its hosts’ emotional openness, trademark humor and fan connections.

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Three years after leaving his original comedy channel, the YouTuber is branching out while still staying true to his hilarious roots.

Lisa Lilianstrom, Northern Illinois University

The former Smosh YouTuber is offering a voice to those who are often oppressed and stereotyped, all in a judgment-free and educational way.

Vaishnavi Kalyana, College of DuPage

Are they still hilarious or down in the dumps?

Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

They survived Defy. Now let’s see who survived the Apocalypse.

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

Here are the five leading options, brought to you by my obsessive tweet sleuthing.