Buy Nothing Year: A Consumerism Detox

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Meet the brave souls who embarked on a year-long journey of not buying anything new. Hear their stories, their triumphs, and their struggles, and discover what they learned about the true nature of need and consumption.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Unseen Influence: Media and Consumerism in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the role of media in shaping our consumer habits. We explore how a Buy Nothing Year can alter our perception of media and its influence on our daily lives. Hear from our guests about their experiences of media consumption during their Buy Nothing Year, and how it changed their relationship with consumerism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    13 min

  2. FEB 10

    The Unseen Harmony: Cultivating a Sustainable Lifestyle in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the concept of sustainability and how it intertwines with a Buy Nothing Year. We explore how participants have adapted their lifestyles to be more eco-friendly, the challenges they've faced, and the unexpected benefits they've reaped. We also discuss the broader implications of a sustainable lifestyle on society and the environment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    14 min

  3. FEB 3

    The Unseen Balance: Maintaining Health and Wellness in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the challenges and triumphs of maintaining physical health and wellness during a Buy Nothing Year. We explore how our guests adapted their diets, fitness routines, and self-care practices without purchasing new items, and the surprising benefits they discovered along the way. Listen in to learn about the creative solutions they found and how this journey reshaped their perspective on health and wellness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    12 min

  4. JAN 27

    The Unseen Transformation: Personal Growth in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the personal growth and self-discovery that occurs when one embarks on a Buy Nothing Year. We'll explore how this journey challenges and changes one's values, beliefs, and habits, leading to a profound personal transformation. Hear from those who have experienced this transformation and learn how it has affected their outlook on life and their relationship with themselves. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    10 min

  5. JAN 20

    The Unseen Resilience: Surviving Festive Seasons in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the unique challenges and rewards of navigating festive seasons, birthdays, and special occasions during a Buy Nothing Year. Hear from those who've creatively maintained traditions, gifted thoughtfully, and celebrated meaningfully without buying anything new. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    14 min

  6. JAN 17

    The Unseen Legacy: Raising Children in a Buy Nothing Year

    Explore the challenges and rewards of raising children during a Buy Nothing Year. Discover how this decision impacts children's understanding of need, consumption, and value, and how it shapes their attitudes towards material possessions and sustainability. Hear from parents who have embarked on this journey and learn how they navigated the world of consumerism with their children. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    14 min

  7. JAN 3

    The Unseen Journey: Traveling the World in a Buy Nothing Year

    Explore the adventures of those who took their Buy Nothing Year on the road. Discover how they navigated different cultures, economies, and environments without buying anything new. Learn about their unique challenges, unexpected joys, and the creative solutions they found to travel sustainably and economically. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    15 min

  8. 12/27/2025

    The Unseen Canvas: Creativity and Innovation in a Buy Nothing Year

    In this episode, we delve into the unexpected world of creativity and innovation that emerges when we stop buying new things. Hear stories of how our guests have repurposed, reused, and reinvented the items they already own, sparking a new wave of creativity and innovation in their lives. Discover how a Buy Nothing Year can turn constraints into a catalyst for inventive thinking. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    4 min
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Meet the brave souls who embarked on a year-long journey of not buying anything new. Hear their stories, their triumphs, and their struggles, and discover what they learned about the true nature of need and consumption.

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