The Matrix (w/ Wren Mack)
Movies vs. Capitalism
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Illusion of Wealth and Financial Struggle in Society
Society faces a stark reality where a few billionaires own more wealth than the bottom half of Americans, while most people live paycheck to paycheck. A significant portion of seniors struggle to survive on very little income. Despite this, society clings to an illusion of prosperity, made harder by the increasing difficulty of maintaining it. The accessibility of products like iPhones and the reliance on credit card debt further perpetuate this illusion, with individuals living off credit cards likened to being part of the 'Matrix' as if they are the battery life. More and more people are reliant on such financial tools to get by.
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