November is synonymous with Black Friday, great deals but what cost? Over consumption is endangering our already fragile planet. Is it time to change our ways? This week Do You Really Know is highlighting concepts and initiatives about reducing our consumption.

As you most likely know, today - the 25th of November 2022 - is Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year. It's an occasion which sees brands and retailers alike offer massive discounts on the last Friday in November. But it’s not to everyone’s taste, especially with growing awareness about the environmental impact that comes from overconsumption. Bear in mind the often-quoted fact that 20% of the world’s population account for 80% of resource consumption.

What’s it all about then? Where does it come from? Has Buy Nothing Day gone international? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Amber Minogue.

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