The digital realm has a way of churning out viral sensations overnight, and the recent episode of the ‘Whatever Podcast’ is no exception. Following the quirky trails of guests like Bangs and Noelani, a new internet persona has emerged from the show’s latest episode, going by the meme-worthy moniker ‘Gorlock the Destroyer.’
Behind this meme lies Ali C. Lopez, a well-followed blogger who recently found herself in the crosshairs of online mockery after her appearance on the show aired on April 25th.
The ‘Whatever Podcast,’ hosted by Brian Atlas, is a known hub for sparking discussions on dating and relationships with a revolving door of Gen-Z women. On its 69th episode, Lopez joined the panel, unaware of the viral meme storm that would follow.
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Who Is Ali C. Lopez, Now Known as ‘Gorlock The Destroyer’?
Ali C. Lopez, the face behind ‘Gorlock The Destroyer,’ is a blogger with a substantial TikTok following of over 200,000. Her presence on the ‘Whatever Podcast’ was distinct, thanks to her physique, which was notably different from the other panelists.
Been enjoying this podcast. Great takes from:
-Ashley
-Rachel
-Gorlock the Destroyer
-Tiffany pic.twitter.com/sOpMM3Ou92— RichardRatBoy (@RichardRatBoy1) April 26, 2023
This difference caught the eye of a Twitter user who shared a screenshot of Lopez, bestowing upon her the nickname ‘Gorlock the Destroyer.’ The tweet exploded on the platform, garnering over 150,000 likes within a week, solidifying the nickname in the digital lexicon.
The nickname ‘Gorlock the Destroyer’ draws parallels with the Elder Scrolls monster, Glorgoloch the Destroyer. It’s part of the recurring narrative where the internet tends to single out individuals who stand out physically in a group, reminiscent of the ‘name my band meme’ from 2011.
Gorlock the Destroyer pic.twitter.com/5laeRr6pkO
— Zeno Calhoun (@zenoc_oshits) April 28, 2023
Viral Memes and ‘Gorlock The Destroyer’
The aftermath of Lopez’s podcast appearance saw the internet flooded with memes referencing ‘Gorlock the Destroyer.’ Many online jesters edited clips from the podcast, swapping Lopez’s voice with Jabba the Hutt from Star Wars or morphing her into various meme-worthy narratives.
The jests primarily pivot around Lopez’s physical appearance, painting her as a mythical creature, far from reality. These memes, while comical to some, reflect a lesser admirable facet of online culture, where mockery trumps empathy.
The ‘Gorlock the Destroyer’ meme saga is a testament to the swift and often unforgiving nature of internet virality, where today’s guests become tomorrow’s memes. As the meme wave continues to roll, the underlying narrative around body shaming and online mockery underscores a deeper conversation worth having in the digital age.