These essays are part of an ongoing, research-based series drawing on visual culture studies, media theory, arts policy, religious studies, AI, leadership, cultural studies, and critical advertising scholarship. Together they explore how images, myths, idols, and market forces shape what we see, what we worship, and what we buy. These essays are exploratory field notes toward future academic research and are not reviews of, or commentary on, any specific employer, client, or confidential project. Disclaimer: All opinions expressed here are my own and do not represent the views of my employer or its clients.