Nothing New Under The Sun: Recent Episodes
Brandon + Kirsten Dickerson
Are Brandon and Kirsten Dickerson crazy to try and buy Nothing New for a Year?
Entering a new decade, the filmmaker and designer have paused to consider how to care more and consume less. With a desire to be better stewards of creation and wrestle with consumption addiction, the Dickerson's are on a second round of "buying nothing new" for the full year and want to share the good, bad, and ugly of the journey with you on this N.N.U.T.S. Podcast (Nothing New Under The Sun).
Yes, it sounds extreme. Nothing New. Well, almost nothing. There are guidelines to help, and that is what this podcast is all about. If you Care More, and Consume Less you can Save Money and Save the Planet.
Brandon confesses recent Amazon purchases as Kirsten ponders thoughtful purchasing with a positive carbon footprint, fairly paid workers, and waste reduction.
Of course, Brandon and Kirsten have to buy food! But they try to buy as much as possible in season and local. The couple shares adventures in farm share, farmers' markets, local restaurants, and back yard chickens.
This one is a challenge, but we do what we can. Brandon and Kirsten dive into the world of b.y.o. bags, water bottles, and utensil sets — plus best practices communicating what you don't want when ordering out (no straws, plastic cups, plastic forks, etc.). And BEESWAX WRAPS!
The Dickerson's discuss inspirations in reducing, reusing, and recycling home decor, clothing, gifts, household items, electronics, and all things stuff-ish.
Brandon and Kirsten explore all things Abstinence (not what you’re thinking! ) Ask if you really need something. Try to do without. Do I love it and need it? Honestly, we probably don’t need it.
Brandon and Kirsten Dickerson share why they are buying nothing new for the year—to consider how to care more and consume less in the year ahead. They like to think of this challenge as a stuff cleanse… “So we can have a fuller, healthier lifestyle and a better perspective on what “we need” vs. what “we want.” It is good for our souls, better for our wallet, and beneficial to our world.” The couple introduce their 10 Guidelines for Buying Nothing New — and commit to explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of each challenge in future episodes.