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The Y2K Bug

Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

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Reflections on Y2K and Stockpiling Toilet Paper

This chapter delves into the speaker's humorous and nostalgic reflections on the anxieties surrounding the Y2K scare, illustrating personal experiences with preparations and societal behaviors at the time. Through anecdotes and light-hearted commentary, they share the absurdity of stockpiling items like toilet paper over more practical necessities during perceived crises. The chapter intertwines elements of technology, family conversations, and the evolving fears of AI, creating a comedic yet thoughtful narrative about humanity's relationship with technology.

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