Benedict Townsend

Benedict Townsend is one of the internet’s most respected voices on  Gen Z culture, digital media and social media trends, widely recognised for his insightful commentary and engaging storytelling. As a cultural commentator, comedian, and digital content creator, he has built a loyal and highly engaged audience across multiple platforms.

He is the creator and presenter of Scroll Deep, a digital news show with over 3 million followers across platforms, covering internet trends, social media news and Gen Z topics with humour, intelligence and authenticity. Through the show, Benedict explores the stories, memes and movements that define online youth culture today.

In his role as Senior Development Creative at Global, Benedict blends creativity and insight to craft compelling content for broadcast and digital media. He also created and presented Vine: The Six Seconds That Changed the World, one of Apple’s Best Podcasts of 2025, exploring the meteoric rise and lasting cultural impact of the short-form video platform that shaped Gen Z’s digital landscape.

Benedict has a personal social media following of over 500k including joint channels with his wife, Hannah, where they discuss TV, film, and internet culture. His expertise as a ‘Gen Z whisperer has seen him invited to speak at industry events including Snap’s Madfest and Snap Summit, as well as appear on radio and TV discussing youth culture, digital trends, and the evolution of social media.

A natural performer, Benedict is also a stand-up comedian, having sold out his show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2024. He began his digital journey on YouTube in the 2010s, giving him a unique perspective on the evolution of online culture and generational discourse in the digital age.

Through comedy, commentary and digital media, Benedict provides audiences with sharp, insightful, and entertaining insights into Gen Z behaviour, online trends, and the future of digital culture.

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