The Minimalists 425 | Behind What We Buy
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Jan 8, 2024 
Marcus Collins, author of For the Culture, joins The Minimalists to discuss the pernicious forces of corporate marketing. They explore reconciling minimalism with a marketing job, the superficiality of constant advertising, and the Minimalists' thoughts on 'buy nothing' challenges. They also touch on finding work that aligns with values, society's perception of boredom, and the benefits of 30-day experiments.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Differentiating Marketing and Advertising, Job Dilemmas, and Ethical Concerns
03:18 • 3min
Finding Companies and Clients that Align with Your Values
06:24 • 29min
Exploring the Analogy Between Sleep and Boredom
35:03 • 4min
Excitement for Tour and Indie Bookshops, Hugging Tradition, and 'Buy Nothing' Challenges
38:51 • 5min
Exploring the Benefits of 30-Day Experiments and Listener Insight
43:32 • 5min