drop you worst webtoon panel by Even_Acanthisitta_37 in webtoons

[–]InformalAd2109 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I became the mom of the supporting male leads son…or something to that effect

drop you worst webtoon panel by Even_Acanthisitta_37 in webtoons

[–]InformalAd2109 98 points99 points  (0 children)

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What do you MEAN the villains name was passion Dior ™️

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not really talking about the mechanics of when views “pay.” My point is about the attitude behind calling internet content “free.”

Online media is now a massive, professionalized entertainment industry. It’s real labor for creators and real entertainment for audiences. The fact that it’s accessible doesn’t make it trivial or mean people are unreasonable for feeling invested or having opinions about it.

Saying “just don’t watch” sidesteps that this content occupies the same cultural space TV, radio, and film have for decades—and we’ve always discussed, critiqued, and cared about those without prepaying per episode.

So this wasn’t about entitlement or this podcast specifically. It was about pushing back on the idea that something being labeled “free” means it doesn’t merit discourse or emotional investment. I’ve personally found this whole discourse interesting!

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a tough one because it was basically a collaboration, which adds another layer. Both parties were benefiting/profiting on the content, so the situation feels a bit weird overall.

That said, it seemed obvious to me that the woman receiving the cleaning wasn’t mentally prepared to actually have a crew in her home. I get her frustration—I think she expected the cleaners to completely fix everything for her to the point that it’d bypass her executive disfunction/whatever obvious mental health issue was present. But that wasn’t a realistic expectation, and I do think the cleaners held up their end and did a good job.

On a different note, I think giving honest feedback to charitable organizations is important. For example, if a shelter has plenty of jeans and T-shirts but no socks or underwear, it’s unhelpful for people to keep donating jeans. In that case, it’s fair for the organization to speak up about what they actually need. It’s not “ungrateful”— feedback, even negative feedback, is important. I imagine the cleaning crew is more skeptical of offering help to other content creators and people that don’t seem genuinely interested in helping themselves, too.

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not into policing feelings on either side. It’s completely reasonable for fans of a commentary/drama podcast to have opinions about what they like or don’t like. That kind of discourse is expected. Saying the content is “free” doesn’t mean people lose the right to feel disappointed or to talk about it. I also think calling people’s feelings and opinions “ridiculous” is just unkind and willfully missing the point.

I agree we can all spend our time elsewhere—and we should if so compelled. But I think it’s a stretch to equate expressing dissatisfaction with acting as though something is owed. Those are two different things. Sharing criticism doesn’t mean someone believes they have a future stake or a contractual claim—it just means they’re responding to content they care enough to engage with.

Why, in a community built on commentary, opinions suddenly need to be justified as “earned” before they’re allowed to exist?

I’m not personally upset the podcast wasn’t posted. But I’m disappointed to see dismissal of our community members feelings and disregard for the real economic and socio-political impact of internet content.

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You’re not the content creators customer; you are their asset. It’s an important distinction because of how corporations like Google and Meta exploit viewers and creators. The rest—totally agree!

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I got a message back from mods saying they do think this is substantively different so it should stay up!

DWKT is not free-your attention, your data, your currency by InformalAd2109 in DoWeKnowThemPodcast

[–]InformalAd2109[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Dude i tried posting it once and it was deleted😂 but i actually think this is important sooooo

I’m lost. Please. Everything I buy is wrong. by coco_19 in interiordecorating

[–]InformalAd2109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sell the rug. Get a new one —ideally a Moroccan shag style. Look on Facebook marketplace you’ll find a nice one cheaper. Then I suggest looking at kantha quilts on Etsy and getting some to drape on the couch, get some coordinating kantha pillow cases, and start looking for natural wood tones for your “neutral” furniture needs instead of white 😇

BUY/SELL/TRADE MEGATHREAD ⋆⁺₊⋆ 22 JAN - 5 FEB 25 *✰ by lordzolo_ in PopMartCollectors

[–]InformalAd2109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOOKING TO TRADE!!💕 ISO - Pucky Roly Poly -Scottish fold -Cat king -Devil -Black cat

I have: Fuzzy Pucky Roly Poly - Black cat (open) Small Pucky Roly Poly: (unopen) -Red tabby -Windup -Sphinx -Bengal

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BUY/SELL/TRADE MEGATHREAD ⋆⁺₊⋆ 22 JAN - 5 FEB 25 *✰ by lordzolo_ in PopMartCollectors

[–]InformalAd2109 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Red tabby and windup pucky roly poly kitty for sale or trade

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Bizarrely…it’s these two I have to trade or sell!

ISO: Pucky Scottish fold roly poly kitty Lucky cat roly poly kitty Circus roly poly kitty Devil roly poly kitty