Junk Culture

Goody bags, Easter baskets, and other junk culture opportunities: Revisiting the cheap plastic toys conundrum.

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[3:00] Everybody hates goody bags, so why are we still giving them?

[8:00] The history of gifting: 4 reasons why humans are wired to give gifts

[20:00] Words of encouragement for listeners reluctant to go against the grain

[27:00] 5 things to consider re: hosting a no-present birthday 

 

Resources mentioned:

• Episode #253: Everything Eco-Minimalist Birthdays
• Episode #8: How To Host a No-Presents Birthday
• Email me your best junk-culture free birthday hacks! [email protected].

 

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