Some environmentalists call Christmas the world’s greatest annual environmental disaster, and for good reason: All that cheap, ultra-trendy decor adds up. On today's show: getting intentional about our holiday decorations once and for all.
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[3:00] Let's talk numbers: How much do Americans spend each year on holiday decor?
[10:00] 3 ways in which 'Christmas Creep' encourages us to spend more than we intended on decorations
[13:00] The origins of those inflatable lawn thingys: Where did they come from and when will they disappear?
[22:00] Don't go out and buy another decoration until you've displayed the decorations you already own, and here are 4 reasons why
[32:00] Want to make your child smile? Don't buy a cheap piece of holiday decor; do this instead
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