This episode explores the rise of “meaningless” content in a society exhausted by constant pressure to find purpose and value. While messages like “it’s okay to do nothing” appear comforting, they are not truly meaningless—they are packaged and sold as a form of relief. As people grow tired of chasing meaning, content that rejects effort becomes emotionally appealing. However, this creates a paradox: “meaninglessness” itself becomes a product. While such content can provide temporary comfort, it may also weaken one’s connection to reality and responsibility. Ultimately, the episode argues for balance—neither overvaluing meaning nor completely abandoning it in modern life.

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“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

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