The Puppet Hierarchy meme features a series of felt, Muppet-style characters where one puppet is shown controlling another, often representing layers of manipulation or hidden power structures. Drawing on the nostalgic and slightly unsettling aesthetic of vintage children's television puppets, the image became a viral sensation for its ability to explain complex social or political dynamics through a simple visual metaphor. It is frequently used to mock corporate hierarchies, reveal the 'true' masterminds behind events, or depict the recursive nature of influence in the digital age.