Reduce, Reuse, Reverse an Economy?
In our eagerness to protect underpaid workers and to save the planet, are we unintentionally causing another set of problems entirely? How can we be truly conscious consumers? Both sides of this issue are explored in my audio slideshow:
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On me and my blog
While this blog began as an exploration of litter in New York City (by me, Brooke Edwards–hence the BE in NYC), it has transitioned to focus on how people are using litter and other forms of discarded goods to create commodities. I don’t want it to be strictly about the “green” movement, as there are many other factors motivating the artists and entrepreneurs I discuss to use trash in their work. I hope this comes across in the posts, video, slideshow and podcast that you will see here.
As for me (BE)… 
I am a freelance journalist, graduate student at New York University, and an intern at Scholastic Classroom Magazines. My work has appeared in The Atlanta Voice, The Villager, Downtown Express, Chelsea Now, The New York Resident, NYCReports.com, RunningTimes.com, MensRacing.com, Fast-Women.com, and the Big Bear Grizzly.
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A very impressive and informative podcast!! Way to go!
I loved it.
Makes you think twice about alot of things! In trying to do good we often times do more harm!Will definitely try to reuse, recyle, and be a wiser consumer.
Hey, girl. You asked for my feedback — sorry it’s taken me so long! One thing — I dunno if it’s youtube or not — but it seems like your photos get dark before they change. Do you notice that, too? I’m wondering if there’s an easy fix for that. Call me if you’d like or email at avv210@nyu.edu.
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Aimes
I liked this one. I could really relate to this because, in my house we recycle. We recycle bottle and cans. Everytime i throw a can away my grandmother always shouts, “i thought i told you not to throw these away, there are bends outside you can put them in.”