So our question last week was on innovation. Let's see what you all said . . .
The Munsters Reloaded
OK, fine look, there's going to be a "Munsters" reboot and as noted earlier, I hate it. Now normally this is Scott's territory as Count Adaptula, but I'm going to step in here and suggest that:
- A Munsters rewrite can be done in a way that won't be terrible or Munsters In Name Only.
- In fact, it may be very timely.
Yes, my progeeks, I'm thinking that the trends indicate it is time for a Munsters rewrite. In fact, it tells us something about our current trends.
Norway Butter Crisis
OK normally I post serious geeky economic news, bordering on the depressing, but as your geekonomist du blog, I have to share this story that is a great reminder of how social trends affect economics.
Norway is running out of butter.
Why? Because of a low-carb diet trend and some bad weather. Oh and they could get more butter from Denmark, but Denmark apparently isn't selling because of high import duties.
So next time you see some weird or odd trend or fad, pause for a moment, don't laugh, and ask yourself just what it's real-life economic impacts may be. The iPad may be cool, Skyrim may be awesome, but there's also a trend effect there.
Also, Norway Butter Crisis is an awesome name for a band or an MMO guild.