Usury

88. White shoes.

Planned obsolescence requested by the user. They get easier dirty, so new shoes are required sooner instead of later and being able to waste like that is of course a status symbol.

White shoes are a great choice for any occasion and are a timeless classic. They are perfect for a formal event or for a casual outing with friends. They can also be dressed up or down depending on the occasion and outfit. White shoes can be paired with almost any outfit and can add a touch of class and sophistication to any look. (oa)

“I had the blues because I had no shoes until upon the street, I met a man who had no feet.”

Denis Waitley

It would be fashionable planned obsolescence because white shoes get easier dirty.

No, this is not a form of planned obsolescence. Planned obsolescence is a strategy used by companies to encourage consumers to buy more frequently than necessary, often through making products that are designed to become obsolete after a certain amount of time. White shoes, however, are a timeless classic that can be worn for many years and are not designed to become obsolete. (oa)

AI Created: Artificial Intelligence talking about Usury.

Me: White shoes are a form cunning planned obsolescence.

ChatGPT (jan23):

White shoes are often considered a fashion statement and are often worn during the warmer months. Some people see them as a form of planned obsolescence, as they can easily become dirty or discolored and may need to be replaced more frequently than darker colored shoes. Additionally, some argue that the trend for white shoes is driven by consumerism and the constant need for people to have new and fashionable clothing, which can be seen as a form of planned obsolescence.

Me: White shoes have a planned obsolescence vibe. Planned obsolescence is something that grows in a usury and usury-unaware society. Therefore white shoes are a consequence of usury.

ChatGPT:

It could be argued that white shoes are a form of planned obsolescence, as they are designed to become dirty or worn out quickly, and therefore need to be replaced frequently. This concept of planned obsolescence is often associated with consumerism and a focus on profit over sustainability, which can be seen as a result of usury and an unawareness of its effects on society. However, it’s important to note that the link between white shoes and usury is not a direct one, but rather an indirect relationship through the economic and societal factors that are influenced by usury.

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Extra:

-Timeless classic
-Versatile
-Fashionable
-Durable
-Stylish
-Comfortable
-Sophisticated

Wikipedia:

Affiliate:

Books:

  1. “Planned Obsolescence: Publishing, Technology, and the Future of the Academy” by Kathleen Fitzpatrick (2011)
  2. “The Waste Makers” by Vance Packard (1960)
  3. “The Story of Stuff: How Our Obsession with Stuff is Trashing the Planet, Our Communities, and our Health – and a Vision for Change” by Annie Leonard (2010)
  4. “The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism” by Naomi Klein (2007)
  5. “Toxic Capitalism: The Orgy of Consumerism and Waste: Are We the Last Generation on Earth?” by Gilbert Mercier and Dady Chery (2019)

Documentaries:

  1. “The True Cost” directed by Andrew Morgan (2015)
  2. “Planned Obsolescence” directed by Cosima Dannoritzer (2010)
  3. “The Story of Stuff” directed by Louis Fox (2007)
  4. “The Light Bulb Conspiracy” directed by Cosima Dannoritzer (2010)
  5. “The Corporation” directed by Mark Achbar and Jennifer Abbott (2003)

Movies:

  1. “Fight Club” directed by David Fincher (1999)
  2. “The Matrix” directed by The Wachowski Brothers (1999)
  3. “WALL-E” directed by Andrew Stanton (2008)
  4. “Mad Max: Fury Road” directed by George Miller (2015)
  5. “Blade Runner” directed by Ridley Scott (1982)

Series:

  1. “Black Mirror” created by Charlie Brooker (2011-2019)
  2. “Mr. Robot” created by Sam Esmail (2015-2019)
  3. “Westworld” created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy (2016-)
  4. “The Handmaid’s Tale” created by Bruce Miller (2017-)
  5. “Years and Years” created by Russell T. Davies (2019)

Songs:

  1. “Material Girl” by Madonna (1984)
  2. “Consumerism” by Lauryn Hill (2013)
  3. “Rich Girl” by Gwen Stefani featuring Eve (2004)
  4. “Bling Bling” by B.G. (1999)
  5. “Royals” by Lorde (2013)

Artworks:

  1. “Coca-Cola” by Andy Warhol (1962)
  2. “Balloon Dog” by Jeff Koons (1994-2000)
  3. “The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living” by Damien Hirst (1991)
  4. “Brillo Boxes” by Andy Warhol (1964)
  5. “Shoe Tree” by Sam Yates (2012)

Podcasts:

  1. “The Story of Stuff” hosted by Annie Leonard
  2. “Cradle to Cradle” hosted by Lewis Perkins and Susan Svendsen
  3. “The Minimalists” hosted by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus
  4. “Sustainababble” hosted by Ol and Dave
  5. “Sustainability Defined” hosted by Jay Siegel and Scott Breen

Purpose: to evolve and create new knowledge

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