I think it's amazing that technology and economic incentives allow this kind of absurdity to occur. The story invokes serious cognitive dissonance along with st

I think it's amazing that technology and economic incentives allow this kind of absurdity to occur. The story invokes serious cognitive dissonance along with strong emotions of disgust and competitive angst. Visiting Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon were serious undertakings at some point before they were turned into roadside attractions. The challenges today seem to be the base of the Mariana Trench and Mars while Everest is relegated to the status of Tinder date talking point.