Episode 385: Human Nature Unveiled

• Scenario 1: Yuka's Self-Checkout Saga

Yuka, determined to avoid human interaction, opts for the self-checkout at the grocery store. Midway through scanning, the machine blares, "Unexpected item in bagging area." Flustered, Yuka waves over Hagiwara, the attendant, who rescues her from the rebellious scanner. Was skipping the regular checkout line worth it after all?

• Scenario 2: Eben's DIY Disaster

Eben is confident he can assemble his new bookshelf solo. After hours of wrestling with parts and a near-decapitation by a rogue shelf, he surrenders. He calls his friend Eva, luring her with promises of pizza to help fix the lopsided monstrosity. Is DIY ever really a solo endeavor?

• Scenario 3: Richshawnda's Group Chat Fiasco

Fed up with constant notifications, Richshawnda exits the group chat, craving peace. Days later, she realizes she's out of the loop on weekend plans. She sheepishly messages Neomi, only to receive a GIF of a tumbleweed in response. Can we ever really quit the group chat without regrets?