Trad Sons and Slop Dystopia
plus: the college "half of Wall Street’s kids" are attending
A recent short video uploaded by user @alexstamps has sparked discussion online, offering a poetic reflection on a perceived shift in global sentiment this October. The video, set against the backdrop of a nighttime drive in Greece, features a text overlay describing a feeling of profound change. "There's something really different this October. Art Heists are back. Everyone's in love or insane," the text states, hinting at a period of heightened activity and emotional intensity. The author suggests "something big is coming soon," drawing a parallel to a modern "roaring twenties" and indicating a societal "reset." According to the video's narrative, "uninspiring people are gone and out of sight," leading to a collective feeling of being "finally energized, cathartic and inspired after a soul draining summer." The piece concludes with the assertion that individuals are "now aligned and alive," viewing "the world as an oyster ready to be devoured." While the video provides no concrete events or verifiable facts, it captures a mood of anticipation and renewal that resonates with many online users, reflecting a broader cultural yearning for change and excitement after a period of perceived stagnation. This personal commentary, shared widely, highlights the evolving ways individuals express and interpret global shifts through digital media.
plus: the college "half of Wall Street’s kids" are attending
