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Are We Drowning in Cheap Stuff? Consumerism, Relationships, and Holidays

Are We Drowning in Cheap Stuff? Consumerism, Relationships, and Holidays

Update: 2025-11-28
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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into the “junkification” of modern culture, using Christmas consumerism, cheap mass-produced goods, and the exhaustion of holiday commercialism as a launchpad for a thoughtful theological discussion. They explore whether our growing weariness with stuff is simply aging—or a sign of the times—while unpacking themes of relational poverty, cultural decadence, the loss of craftsmanship, and the ways economic values subtly replace biblical ones. Through humorous stories, honest cultural critique, and rich Christian reflection, Nathan and Cameron challenge believers to resist empty consumerism, rediscover meaningful presence over presents, and pursue a kingdom-shaped understanding of value, relationships, and holiday traditions.


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Are We Drowning in Cheap Stuff? Consumerism, Relationships, and Holidays

Are We Drowning in Cheap Stuff? Consumerism, Relationships, and Holidays

Nathan Rittenhouse & Cameron McAllister