In last semester’s marketing class, I learned about the channels of distribution: suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. Watching “The Story of Stuff” repositions this way of thinking, because little do we think or learn about where and how suppliers get their resources, nor do we think much about what happens after consumers (we) dispose of what they’ve (we’ve) accumulated.

I came across the above video sometime last month and soon after got into talks with my friend Yvonne about plans to revive a sustainability and environmental club at our alma mater. I’ll let you know what happens. Until then, watch “The Story of Stuff.” And learn. I did.