Why societies need credible experts willing to be unpopular by Nicolás Boullosa on October 27, 2022 Does the global housing market slump represent opportunities for first-time buyers? It might seem counterintuitive, but a pervasive housing market …
Can suburban homesteads lead to higher well-being? by Kirsten Dirksen on September 25, 2011 “I think a majority of economists would agree that we’re at a fundamental turning point in terms of our financial …
Sustainable society development by cromalter on May 12, 2010 Why can we only use money, and not own it? Despite the fact that money is a basis on which …
Spoiled: The Economic Downturn and "Struggling" by BioDieselHauling on November 23, 2009 (This began as a discussion with someone, and turned into a blog post) My original comment was not meant to …
Barter markets: trading beef for a backpack to curb spending by Kirsten Dirksen on August 2, 2009 Blame it on the recession, the Internet, or a rejection of consumerism, barter markets are no longer fringe in Barcelona. …
Barcelona’s barter markets: an antidote to overconsumption by Kirsten Dirksen on June 16, 2009 A barter economy may seem far-out, but this world of trade is growing in parts of Spain (particularly Catalonia). “We’ve …
Postmodern frugalistas make thrift the new green by Kirsten Dirksen on April 16, 2009 Growing up, I worked to keep my family’s frugality discreet. Rather than brag about the number of days I had …
A present shopping guide? 15 tips by Kirsten Dirksen on December 6, 2008 This article is not meant to feed the season’s shopping fever. On the contrary, these are tips on how to …
Tips to save money going green by Kirsten Dirksen on October 22, 2008 The economic crisis is the perfect time to go green. Helping the environment can mean big savings to your household …
6am (is money to support living?) by BioDieselHauling on October 22, 2007 It says something about our society. On the BART in the morning, just over 50% of the passengers on any …
