Humans of capitalism

I vividly recall seeing an ad for artisanal, hand-woven USB cables once—my immediate reaction was a half-laugh, half-cry moment about how everything can be “luxury” if you spin it right. If your cynicism about consumer culture needs fueling, these Humans Of Capitalism snapshots might do the trick.

Imagine scrolling through a feed brimming with late stage capitalism memes, where flashy product packaging overshadows any real value. Each scene spotlights consumer culture fails that land somewhere between comedic and borderline tragic: from overpriced water in diamond-studded bottles to commercial absurdities involving brand tie-ins that make zero sense. Some images show everyday objects rebranded into “limited edition” goodies, while others highlight employees forced to adopt oddly dystopian sales tactics. By the time you sift through all 40, you’ll marvel at how confidently these businesses proceed—shamelessly hawking items that solve problems no one asked to be solved. Ultimately, it’s a carnival of questionable choices reminding us that, in capitalism, anything can be monetized if someone’s willing to buy.

After soaking in those displays of consumer ambition, you likely felt both entertained and slightly uneasy. You witnessed how far companies and individuals will go for a buck, leaving you torn between admiration for their audacity and pity for the world that accepts it.

If these humans of capitalism snaps sparked your curiosity, you might also enjoy exploring meme posts on comedic corporate branding, ironically overpriced items, or the comedic extremes of modern marketing on Thunder Dungeon. Because if the free market offers infinite possibilities, it also offers infinite ways to roll your eyes.