Get Rich Slow Club 222. How to be a more ethical consumer
Dec 15, 2025
Katherine Halliday, the Ethical Fashion Lead at Baptist World Aid, dives deep into the world of ethical shopping. She highlights the hidden human and environmental costs of fast fashion and discusses ways consumers can resist overconsumption, especially during sales like Black Friday. Katherine advocates for secondhand shopping and credible certifications to support dignity in worker rights. She shares practical tips to reduce decision fatigue and make values-aligned purchases without feeling overwhelmed. This enlightening conversation is a must-listen for conscious consumers!
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Cheap Prices Hide Real Costs
- Modern fast fashion hides supply chain harm by making cheap prices feel normal to consumers.
- Katherine Halliday argues that low retail prices often shift costs onto exploited workers and the environment.
Research Before Sales Events
- Before sale events, research what you actually need and make a buy list to avoid being swayed by discounts.
- Only purchase items you already planned to buy rather than adding extras for free gifts.
Waiting For Sales After Research
- Anna delayed buying skincare and waited for Black Friday to save money on products she already used.
- She used research-first then sales-second to avoid impulsive purchases.