Phase or Forever? Toby’s Trends 2025 Mega Recap

Key takeaways

Creatine has re-emerged as a popular supplement, expanding its consumer base beyond just gym enthusiasts.
Caviar's accessibility has transformed it into a trendy dining item, indicative of changing attitudes toward luxury foods.
Gen Z prefers transactional dining experiences over traditional bar tabs, reflecting their changing drinking habits.
Grandma hobbies are a popular trend amongst younger people seeking low-tech, hands-on activities.
The revival of metal braces and the portrayal of smoking in media highlight cultural shifts among younger generations.
Interest in history is resurging, possibly as a response to the rapid technological changes shaping society.

Summary

Recap of 2025 Trends

In this episode, Neil and Toby take a look back at the biggest trends of 2025. They highlight how certain foods like creatine, caviar, Dubai chocolate, and spicy foods have taken center stage in people's diets. They also discuss the changing behaviors of Gen Z, including their aversion to opening bar tabs and the rise of communal dining.

Food Trends of 2025

The podcast discusses notable food trends this year, including the resurgence of creatine as a popular supplement, the newfound accessibility of caviar, the viral sensation of Dubai chocolate, and the surge of spicy foods in restaurants. Creatine has gained attention for its cognitive benefits and broader consumer acceptance, while caviar has become more mainstream due to lower prices. Dubai chocolate's popularity can be traced back to a successful TikTok video, and spicy food items have proliferated in restaurant menus.

Gen Z Dining Habits

A significant trend highlighted is Gen Z's choice to avoid keeping bar tabs, opting instead for single transactions. This shift appears to stem from their lower alcohol consumption and desire to minimize anxiety associated with open tabs. In contrast, communal dining has made a comeback, appealing to younger diners who enjoy the social experience it provides.

Hobbies and Leisure Trends

Toby discusses the rise of 'grandma hobbies' among younger individuals, which include activities like knitting and crafting. This trend reflects a desire for low-tech pastimes as a way to escape the digital world. There's also a discourse on reading, where men notably show less interest in fiction compared to women, though the overall interest in reading has declined.

Reviving Old Traditions

The podcast touches upon the revival of trends from the past, notably the return of metal braces as a fashionable statement and the increasing depiction of smoking in media. The hosts reflect on how these trends are associated with cultural shifts, particularly among younger generations.

Fast Walking and Historical Interest

In the closing segment, Neil shares trends he's particularly excited about: the increased pace of walking in urban environments and the rising interest in history as a subject of study. The fast-paced walking trend correlates with societal changes, while the interest in history books and historical content reflects a search for understanding in times of rapid change.

Show notes

Episode 746: Neal and Toby revisit some of the biggest trends of the year! A big theme? What we’re putting into our bodies with the rise of creatine, caviar, dubai chocolate, and spicy foods. Then, why Gen Z is averse to opening bar tabs but all-in on communal dining. Then, we’re tapping into our inner elder-selves with an uptick of grandma hobbies and reading fiction books, but there’s a disparity between men and women. Also, a callback of days-old traditions, anybody? Metal braces are back for teens and cigarettes on the silver screen are back. Finally, Neal shares his favorite trends on 6-7, interest in history, and fast walking.

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