YouTube suggested a 3-hour video on how to properly fold a fitted sheet

I saw it recommended after watching a single truck maintenance clip, and now my whole feed is nothing but laundry hacks and mattress reviews. Has anyone else had an algorithm decide you suddenly need a complete life makeover based on one video?

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allen.amy16d ago

The thing is, once you watch that fitted sheet video the algorithm assumes you're on a journey to become some kind of domestic god or goddess. I watched a five minute clip on how to fix a squeaky floorboard once and for the next month YouTube was dead set on turning me into a home renovation contractor. I got videos on drywall repair, replacing toilet flanges, and somehow a deep dive into concrete mixing ratios. It's like the algorithm thinks if you show interest in one small task you must want to completely rebuild your entire house from scratch.

palmer.ryan16d ago

You got a deep dive into concrete mixing ratios" made me laugh out loud, because I know exactly what you mean. It's like the second you show any interest in a practical skill, the algorithm decides you've signed up for a full apprenticeship with no exit strategy. I feel for you, that's a rough ride for just wanting to fix one squeaky board.