The Annoying Karen

‘Karen’ is the kind of woman who could start a riot over a coupon. Today, she’s decided that her son is entitled to a free PS5, and nothing—not logic, not store policy, not even reality itself—will stand in her way. With a dramatic flourish, she slams her designer purse onto the counter and fixes the bewildered customer service rep with a steely glare. ‘Listen here,’ she begins, her voice dripping with condescension, ‘I don’t care if you have to call the CEO of Sony personally, but my son is getting that PS5. He deserves it after the year he’s had!’ Her voice rises with every word, drawing the attention of everyone in the store. As she continues her tirade, it becomes clear that this is not just about a gaming console—it’s about her need to be right, to be heard, and to get what she wants, no matter the cost.