James Swanwick
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Big Alcohol Exposed: Why We Think We Need To Drink During The Holidays - Victoria English
Big Alcohol Exposed: Why We Think We Need To Drink During The Holidays - Victoria English
Big Alcohol Exposed: Why We Think We Need To Drink During The Holidays - Victoria English
Monday 28th October 2024
Victoria English reveals how holiday alcohol ads manipulate us and offers tips to enjoy a sober festive season.
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Episode Overview
- Holiday alcohol ads create strong associations between drinking and festive cheer.
- These ads can lead to cognitive dissonance, especially for those trying to reduce their drinking.
- Victoria shares personal memories of how alcohol ads influenced her perception of the holidays.
- 'I Spy a Lie' exercise helps identify misleading alcohol marketing messages.
- Understanding these influences can help you enjoy a sober and fulfilling holiday season.
'It's no secret that the holidays are prime time for drinking. Festive cocktails, toasts on New Year's Eve... they want you to believe you need it.'
Ever wondered why alcohol seems to be everywhere during the holidays? Victoria English dives into this question in the 'Alcohol-Free Lifestyle' podcast. In this episode, she uncovers how the alcohol industry pours vast sums into holiday advertising to make you think that festive cheer and booze go hand in hand. She reminisces about her childhood memories of glitzy alcohol ads, revealing how these ads create a glamorous image of drinking that sticks with us for life.
Victoria explains how this marketing blitz leads to cognitive dissonance - that uneasy feeling when your actions don’t match your beliefs - especially for those trying to cut back on drinking. She points out the societal pressures to drink and the emotional toll it takes, especially during the holidays. Victoria also offers a practical exercise called 'I Spy a Lie', encouraging you to identify misleading alcohol ads and rethink their messages.
By the end of the episode, you'll have a better understanding of how alcohol marketing manipulates perceptions and some tools to resist its influence. Tune in for a refreshing take on enjoying the holidays without the hangover.