Posts Tagged "consumerism"

The Narcissist's New Clothes: Identity Politics in the Age of Digital Cosplay

As Japan's urban zeitgeist shifts towards performative individualism and ethical consumption, we witness the curious marriage of digital tribalism and late-stage capitalism, portending broader economic tremors.
George Pearson's avatar George Pearson

Trash Talk: How Garbage, Pokémon, and Bulk Shopping Are Reshaping Society

A deep dive into how seemingly random trends like SM_쓰레기, Typhlosion, and Costco shopping habits are actually indicators of major shifts in our cultural and political landscape.
Casey Ledger's avatar Casey Ledger

The Absurd Spectacle: Seoul's Digital Zeitgeist and the Illusion of Meaning

In the neon-lit labyrinth of Seoul, where trends flicker like dying stars, we find ourselves confronted with the absurdity of human existence, manifested through pop-up experiences, digital fortune-telling, and the cult of celebrity.
Avery Newsome's avatar Avery Newsome