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... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > media studies > media and society > social movement media > concept and topic overviews > alternative media > Church of Life After Shopping
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > media studies > media and society > social movement media > alternative media > Church of Life After Shopping
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > media studies > media and society > social movement media > cultural contestations > Church of Life After Shopping

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Church of Life After Shopping  

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  • The Church of Life After Shopping is a New York-based troupe of activists who preach the “gospel of stop shopping” in various locations, including street corners, stores, and churches. The basic action involves Church of Life After Shopping founder, Reverend Billy (aka Bill Talen) preaching while the Stop Shopping Gospel Choir provides accompaniment. [Source: Encyclopedia of Social Movement Media; Church of Life After Shopping (United States)]

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