To learn more about where some of the memes shared on this list came from, we got in touch with the creator of Beauty and Mockery on Instagram.
"BnM started as a place to share some of the funniest memes and write new ones as well," the creator told Bored Panda. "It's a place to spread joy by finding the beauty in mockery."
And clearly, many people resonate with the page, as it has amassed an impressive 190K followers!
We also asked the creator how they decide what pics to share on Beauty and Mockery. "It's mostly memes that make me laugh, and originals based off images I find or trending topics," they noted. "A few are submissions from followers, but I haven't done that as much as I'd like to yet."
When it comes to what makes a great meme, the account owner says, "The shorter you can get across an entire concept the better. Having the words and image hit you at the same time is like a little puzzle your brain solves, and when it works, it's pure delight!"
Finally, we asked about their plans for the future of Beauty and Mockery. "I plan to make it more interactive, possibly adding livestreams where people can submit and react to new memes as they come in."
We were also lucky enough to get in touch with the creator of ComedySlam on Instagram, Declan. He was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and open up about what it’s like to run an account with 8.5 million followers.
“I started ComedySlam in 2012 purely for fun—there were no goals or expectations back then,” the creator shared. “I just wanted to share funny and comedic content that I personally enjoyed.”
“It’s been an incredible journey, filled with emotional ups and downs, but one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” Declan continued. “After nearly 13 years, ComedySlam has grown alongside me, evolving from a passion project I started in my teens into something that feels like my baby. Watching it become so popular has been surreal, and I’m incredibly grateful for the community that’s formed around it.”
We were also curious about where Declan’s content comes from. Does he make it, find it online or take submissions from followers?
“It’s a mix of all three,” he told Bored Panda. “I create some of the memes myself, our fans submit some fantastic content, and we also discover gems online. Whenever we share something we find, we always make sure to reach out to the original content creators to get their approval and provide proper credit.”
Next, we asked the expert what makes a wonderful meme. “A great meme delivers entertainment and laughter,” Declan says. “Whether it’s something that makes you chuckle quietly to yourself, laugh out loud with your friends, or share a moment of humor with the internet community, it’s all about sparking joy and connection.”
Finally, we wanted to know if the creator has any big plans for the future of ComedySlam. “My plan is to keep doing what I’m doing! I’m genuinely happy with what ComedySlam has become over the years,” Declan shared. “That said, I’d love to continue growing the platform and entertaining even more people around the world.”
So if you’re looking for some hilarious content to add to your Instagram feed, pandas, be sure to give him a follow!
There’s no question that we all love memes. If you spend any time on social media or the internet in general, you probably come across several every single day. And according to therapist Theodora Blanchfield, AMFT, memes have even transformed the way that we communicate. She explains that these silly images allow us to easily share ideas with one another and “foster a sense of connection” by sending them to friends, colleagues and loved ones.
