Source URL: https://substack.com/browse/business/post/152125885

Summary

• Magazine covers are losing their value and relevance in the age of social media and individual reach.
• Corporate executives are seeking cultural influence to capture the imagination of the American people and influence policy.
• A shift towards consumer frivolity is seen, where brands that understand fun will succeed.
• Paris Hilton's media company, 11:11, is experiencing success with various ventures, including skincare, music, and digital series.
• The concept of "functional fragrances" is criticized, with companies making strong claims without substantial evidence.
• The health and wellness discourse is expected to change with the expansion of media coverage and the influence of figures like RFK Jr.
• Macy's delays earnings report due to an employee misstating delivery expenses.
• Lindsay Lohan's face doctor becomes a topic of interest.

Mind Map

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  root((Generational Discourse))
    (Decline of honesty in younger generations)
      (94% of boomers value honesty and authenticity)
      (87% of Gen Z value honesty and authenticity)
    (Paris Hilton's cultural relevance)
      (11:11 Media and its ventures)
        (11:11 Beauty skincare line)
        (Paris & Pups digital series)
        (Slivingland metaverse experience)
      (Paris as an influencer)
        (Different kind of influencer game)
        (Sacrificing coolness for commerciality)
    (Functional Fragrances)
      (Nue Co's Functional Fragrance collection)
        (Described as "fragrance supplements")
        (Single review implying alcoholism help)
      (Seed's toilet stool)
        (Biohack and Ochuko's worst word)
    (Health and wellness coverage)
      (The Atlantic's Being Human section)
      (RFK Jr. as Wellness Influencer-in-Chief)
      (Expansion of wellness coverage)
    (Other Concepts)
      (McDonald's McRib sandwich)
      (Luxury handbags repurposed as clutches)
      (AI reducing the number of writers)
      (A24's merch business)
      (Lindsay Lohan's face doctor)

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