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> sneer at people's misfortune, I wouldn't be surprised if this is mixed in. People love to see the mighty fall. I was surprised how much of the throwaway news
by trgn 4y ago
> sneer at people's misfortune,
I wouldn't be surprised if this is mixed in. People love to see the mighty fall. I was surprised how much of the throwaway news filler in Europe is about random Florida-man stuff.
Although, to me, it seems like the main motivational force for this is "nostalgie de la boue", a desire to participate in trashy low-life culture. It has positive connotations too; a temporary freedom from mores and responsibilities of civic life. Mardi gras, music festivals, St Patrick's day, ... they all are an opportunity to let loose.
- Toutouxc 4y ago> I was surprised how much of the throwaway news filler in Europe is about random Florida-man stuff. I'd guess that that's mostly because the Joe from Florida is both far, far away (so they can publish unverifiable bullshit) but also culturally adjacent and his exploits or misfortune more relatable than, say, a guy from Uruguay or Vietnam. Also you wouldn't believe how many trash articles start with "American scientists".