Talking Crap with Historian Wendy Woloson
American Hysteria
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The American Obsession with Consumerism and Material Culture
This chapter explores the American obsession with consumerism and material culture, discussing the historical roots of this phenomenon and its impact on society. It delves into topics such as the storage unit industry, the relationship between society and cheap goods, the decline of novelty shops, and the merits and problematic aspects of cheap goods. It also reflects on the consequences of our disposable consumer culture and the limitations it imposes on self-expression.
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