Aj Schwanz

Two of my favorite podcasts to listen to, of very different topics, have somewhat colaborated in bring up concerns.

Speaking of Faith is participating in American Public Media‘s series Consumed:

We are what we buy — a glib adage to be sure, but it prompts an interesting question: Is our consumer society sustainable? American Public Media takes on that question in this special series. We follow consumerism from its origins to its dominance in the world’s economy and, arguably, its culture. And we examine how, and if, it might be adapted to reduce its destructive consequences while keeping store shelves stocked.

SoF’s contribution is “Money and Moral Balance“:

The sales are starting, the stores are open late, and many of us are gearing up to spend more money than we actually have in a holiday season with deep roots in religion. We explore the turmoil many of us experience with money in our day-to-day lives — and how we might work towards a moral and practical balance for ourselves and the next generation.

I have yet to listen, but am eager.

And The Splendid Table is hosting a survey on listener preferences on food and sustainability:

On The Splendid Table we often talk about organic, locally-grown and seasonal foods as important factors in taste and environmental sustainability. Now we want to know: how far are you willing to go to eat sustainably? Do you have access to locally-produced and organic foods? These are just a few of the questions we raise in the first national survey of it’s kind on food sustainability.

It’s not surprising that it’s happening this time of year when the glut seems to come out to play (or get shoved in our faces – thank you Christmas songs being played at the Dollar Store starting two weeks ago).   As I hear it from the Faith-y world and the Food-y world, I can’t not pay attention and wonder if holistic living is somewhat being laid out before me . . . .