Showing posts with label markets in everything. Show all posts
Showing posts with label markets in everything. Show all posts

Friday, March 16, 2012

Markets in Everything: Linestanding.com


In about a week, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on the constitutionality of Obamacare.  And as you can imagine, a seat inside the courtroom is in scarce supply.  Many folks will probably camp out overnight just for the off-chance of getting inside. 

If you have more money than time, you can arrange for a queue-for-hire service from linestanding.com  For $36 an hour, you can have a warm body hold your spot for you.  That’s actually not a bad price, given the popularity of the case.

Friday, March 9, 2012

Markets in Everything: The Anger Room


Ever needed to blow off a little steam?  Who hasn’t.  For $75, a small company in Dallas, Texas, will put you inside a small room with furniture, televisions, and other breakable stuff and then turn you loose with a baseball bat.