AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
The Evolution of Luxury and Discontent
This chapter explores the changing perception of luxury and status symbols, examining how exclusivity like the American Express black card and first-class flights have become less fulfilling for high net worth individuals. It touches upon the history of first-class accommodations, the unintended consequences of democratizing air travel, and the impact of discomfort on passenger behaviors, particularly post-COVID air rage incidents.