Do Disney cartoons lead viewers to believe in and act out Disney’s consumeristic fantasy? What about modern icons like the Disney Princess and the iPod? Can you sing M-I-C, K-E-Y, C-N-S-U-M?
From “The Last Supper” to My Passover Supper: Rituals of Overconsumption
Have “The Last Supper,” Passover suppers, and other ritual feasts been supersized over the centuries? You betcha…
Investigating the Consumer Dreams of the Garbage People
Watching the new documentary Garbage Dreams, I found myself struck more by the stark lack of discussion of “where does all this garbage come from?” than all the garbage itself.
The Pope Tackles Consumerism
In his New Year’s address, the Pope discussed the need to overcome consumerism in advanced economies. Let’s hope he’ll take a leading role in helping to make this happen.
Diverse Peoples Stand United for 350 in Historic Weekend
On December 11-13, people around the world held vigils for the most pressing moral issue humanity faces: a changing climate.
Let Us Pray for the Catholic Church
A Catholic Coalition connects climate change and poverty and encourages adherents to take the St. Francis pledge and help solve both.
