# Profound Playing Cards Marshall Mcluhan Creates Philosophical ‘Distant Early Warning' By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-mcluhan-distant-early-warning References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/distant_early_warning_cards_14096.asp) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/86954993@N00/sets/72057594094068031/) In an attempt to relieve a troubled mind, Marshall Mcluhan (media theorist) has created a collection of interesting playing cards that each feature a different message. The “Distant Early Warning” cards are meant to [stimulate the mind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapeutic-games) or make you chuckle under your breath; in any case, they’re a bright and quirky creation. The cards feature [satirical statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-misfortune-cookies) such as, “High rise and mini skirts…The end is in sight; i.e., instant slums.” and “The chicken was the eggs idea for getting more eggs.” Check out the gallery and Mcluhan’s Flickr for more of the “Distant Early Warning” playing cards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Satirical Playing Cards:** The creation of satirical playing cards presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gaming industry by offering a unique and thought-provoking gaming experience. - **Artistic Message Cards:** The development of artistic message cards opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the stationery industry by combining creativity and philosophical ideas in a tangible product. - **Humorous Mind-stimulating Cards:** The production of humorous mind-stimulating cards presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the entertainment industry by offering a lighthearted and intellectual form of amusement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can benefit from collaborating with artists and philosophers to create unique playing card sets that engage players in a deeper and more meaningful way. - **Stationery:** The stationery industry has the potential to innovate by incorporating artistic and philosophical elements into their products, appealing to consumers seeking thought-provoking and visually appealing messages. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore new avenues by developing amusing and mind-stimulating card games that cater to individuals looking for intellectual humor and interactive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magician-Designed Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystery-playing-cards.md) - [Structure Building Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-cards-building-kit.md) - [Smiley-Themed Collectors Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-x-smiley.md) - [Augmented Reality Tarot Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-tarot-cards.md) - [Open Conversation Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actually-curious-card-game.md) - [Memory-Based Adult Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arschmallows.md) - [Therapeutic Sunset-Inspired Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-spark-card-deck.md) - [Mindful Nature Activity Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-meditations-deck.md) - [Indie Game Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balatro-playing-card-deck.md)