"As long as people will accept crap, it will be financially profitable to dispense it"

Commercial success does not always align with quality or authenticity; it often mirrors the standards and appetites of the audience. When people are willing to embrace inferior, misleading, or shallow products, whether in media, consumer goods, or even ideas, producers and corporations find it rational and profitable to keep supplying such offerings. Economic forces follow demand; if the masses reward subpar entertainment, fast food, clickbait news, or any other form of “crap,” then those behind these industries will naturally cater to those tastes, maximizing profit.

The irresponsibility is not solely on those producing or marketing low-quality products. There is a reciprocal relationship between what people accept and what businesses provide. The public's tolerance or indifference creates fertile ground for mediocrity, cynicism, and excess to thrive. If expectations are low, standards slip, and soon the market saturates with trivialities or manipulations rather than substance, truth, or artistry.

This dynamic can be observed across all forms of cultural output, film, television, online content, politics, and even education. When critical thinking is neglected and passive consumption prevails, superficiality might reign for the sake of easy profits. The path of least resistance becomes a business model; producers focus less on excellence and more on what will sell, regardless of inherent value.

As a consequence, there may be a gradual erosion in the quality and depth of shared experiences. While some individuals and organizations strive for higher standards, their efforts risk being overshadowed by a landscape shaped by the lowest common denominator. The solution is, therefore, double-edged: both creators and consumers bear responsibility. To foster an environment where quality, wisdom, and authenticity flourish, people must actively demand and support these traits, refusing to settle for “crap,” and compelling industries to raise their offerings.