$15 is cheaper than a movie ticket and the creator probably got more enjoyment out of it. Also, sometimes getting a few giggles out of people is return enough out of an investment.
replyWe pay $15 for frivolous things all the time
replyBecause it’s cheap and fun?
reply$15 can be spent on other stuff too, something useful
replyThe thing about fun and hobbies is that they are rarely useful. People spend money to have fun.
replyJust imagine the author had loads of fun making it.
reply$15 of serotonin is better than this stuff: https://www.amazon.com/stuff-under-15-dollars/s?k=stuff+unde...
Social commentary.
replyIt's the proof that people have too much money and should instead give it to Sam Altman that will make a more efficient use of it for our collective wellbeing®.
replyI believe the kids say "it's for the lulz"
replyHey, it’s approximately 13 upvotes a dollar. /s
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