The Story of Stuff - excellent environmental video not just for kids

 In this 20 minutes long video, through simple animation and verbal explanation, the story of stuff will be introduced to you. It includes all different links, context, theories... Did you know that in 50s, manufacturers intentionally decreased the lifetime of their products to increase sale, and thus, consumerism?

Annie Leonard explains all the different aspects of modern consumerism-oriented life. Materialistic economy is simplified, but not over-simplified. I have to admit that I sometimes don't enjoy being talked to like a little kid, but at least it is accessible to many people across the world.

And, I simply like simple things. I hope you will enjoy this, as I did.

• Check out Explanations in Plain English for similar, short and "cooler" educational videos
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