Magic toys meet an untimely end in Hasbro's landfill purge

Hasbro, one of the world's largest toy and game manufacturers, has recently come under fire for allegedly destroying and disposing of unsold magic sets in a landfill. The company, which is best known for its popular board games such as Monopoly and Scrabble, has been accused of purging its magic inventory in an effort to eliminate competition and maintain a monopoly on the market. The controversy began when a former employee leaked internal documents to the media, which detailed a plan to discard overstocked magic sets rather than selling them at a discount or donating them to charity. This revelation has sparked outrage among magic enthusiasts and environmental activists alike, who argue that such wasteful practices are both unethical and harmful to the environment. Critics argue that by destroying and burying these magic sets, Hasbro is not only wasting valuable resources but also contributing to the growing problem of landfill pollution. They point out that the production and packaging of these magic sets require significant amounts of energy, water, and raw materials, all of which are essentially being thrown away without being put to use.

They point out that the production and packaging of these magic sets require significant amounts of energy, water, and raw materials, all of which are essentially being thrown away without being put to use. Furthermore, environmentalists argue that the disposal of these magic sets in landfills can have serious long-term consequences. As the products decompose, they release harmful chemicals and greenhouse gases, contributing to air and water pollution.

Books on Witchcraft Cluster Around Halloween

As books on witchcraft continue to flood the market, it comes as no surprise that dozens of titles are being timed with Halloween this year. Festivities around October 31 have roots in Celtic spirituality, and today’s celebrations include harvests, feasts, and spooky costume parties. For revelers who want to do more than just dress up as witches, new books on magick are offering self-care techniques, advice for finding true love, guides for those who are just getting started, and more. As a bonus, also included on our list are forthcoming books on witchcraft and topics such as cooking, caring for the Earth, and embracing one’s origins.

Becoming the Witch: The Art of Magick

Melbourne, Australia's popular SpellBox metaphysical store founder Thorp aims to teach beginner witches the must-know components and practices of witchcraft, including the elements, spells, tools, deities, and rituals important in the 21 st century.

Brujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color

Cuban-Colombian writer Monteagut chronicles the magical lives of a growing subculture of feminist witches, led by Afro-Latinx immigrants and Indigenous Americans, as they extend personal rituals to larger self-care and activist movements. Part memoir, part ritual guide, the book seeks to empower readers by connecting them with their true ancestors.

City Witchery: Accessible Rituals, Practices & Prompts for Conjuring and Creating in a Magical Metropolis

Basile, a writer living in New York City, provides writing prompts, reflections, and rituals for practicing magic while living in a city or traveling—when nature, time, space, and resources are scarce. The book also includes practices that consider those with limited energy and mobility.

Earth Magic: Elements of Witchcraft

The fourth book of Llewellyn’s Elements of Witchcraft series demonstrates ways to enrich one’s connections to the Earth. Witch and filmmaker McKay explains deities, sacred sites, animal guides, herbs, crystals, and stones associated with the land and mother Earth.

The Good Spell Book: Love Charms, Magical Cures, and Other Practical Sorcery

Psychic and medium Kemp’s revised and updated edition—10 new spells, illustrations, and advice—brings together 85 spells from the Romany people that make use of common ingredients such as candles, flowers, ribbon, and string. Included are spells for attracting romance, improving health, and landing a dream job.

The Witch of the Forest’s Guide to Natural Magick: Discover Your Magick. Connect with Your Inner & Outer World

Squire, creator of the Instagram account The Witch of the Forest, introduces beginner-level rituals, spells, and potions that use simple tools and ingredients corresponding to the witch’s wheel of the year. The book also includes information on candle magick, herbs and foraging, spellcraft, creating sigils (symbols used in magick), and building a budget-friendly practice.

The Enchanted Moon: The Ultimate Book of Lunar Magic

Demarco, founder of themodernwitch.com, includes meditations, spells, crystal suggestions, and gardening guidelines for each of the 28 phases of the moon. “The alchemy of lunar science will show you how moon cycles work for magic, balance, health and self-realization and about how both ancient and modern rituals will help you get the most power from those cycles,” she writes in the book.

Goddess Magic: A Handbook of Spells, Charms, and Potions Divine in Origin

Witch and herbalist Kane encourages readers to channel divine power and discover their patron deity, while also highlighting the importance of connecting with one’s spiritual heritage and tapping into the power of ancestors.

Green Witch Magick: Essential Plants and Crafty Spellwork for a Witch’s Cupboard

Tuttle, an herbalist, explores 13 essential plants every green witch must have in her garden and cupboard, plus offers help with healing, spellwork and divination. Her goal, she writes, is pointing witches toward responsible stewardship of mother Earth.

Practical Witch’s Love Spell Book: For Passion, Romance, and Desire

Featuring a number of illustrations, Greenleaf’s follow-up to The Practical Witch’s Spell Book includes a collection of spells and incantations focused on bringing more love into one’s life. The target audience is beginners and seasoned witches seeking a new relationship or improving a committed one.

The Witch’s Feast: A Kitchen Grimoire

Chef, witch, and herbalist Madara, co-owner of Brooklyn’s Catland Books, provides recipes for pagan dishes as well as recipes that correspond with the wheel of the zodiac and seasonal feasts to celebrate solstices and equinoxes. These include lamb roasted with milk and honey, blackberry pulled pork sandwiches, herbed fondue, and lemongrass pavlova.

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As books on witchcraft continue to flood the market, it comes as no surprise that dozens of titles are being timed with Halloween this year. Festivities around October 31 have roots in Celtic spirituality, and today’s celebrations include harvests, feasts, and spooky costume parties. For revelers who want to do more than just dress up as witches, new books on magick are offering self-care techniques, advice for finding true love, guides for those who are just getting started, and more. As a bonus, also included on our list are forthcoming books on witchcraft and topics such as cooking, caring for the Earth, and embracing one’s origins.

These pollutants can have harmful effects on both human health and the environment, with potentially far-reaching consequences. In response to the controversy, Hasbro has issued a statement denying the allegations and asserting its commitment to environmentally responsible practices. The company claims that the leaked documents were taken out of context and that the disposal of the magic sets was done in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They also argue that the decision to discard the unsold inventory was motivated by economic factors, as the cost of storing and distributing these products would have been prohibitive. Nevertheless, the damage to Hasbro's reputation has already been done, with many consumers expressing their disappointment and vowing to boycott the company's products. The controversy has also reignited the debate around corporate responsibility and the need for greater transparency and accountability in the toy industry. Overall, the Hasbro purging magic in landfill controversy has highlighted the environmental and ethical challenges facing the toy industry. It serves as a reminder that companies must prioritize sustainability and responsible business practices, as consumers become increasingly conscious of their impact on the environment..

Reviews for "Hasbro's landfill purge: a step back for sustainable toy manufacturing"

- John Doe - 1 star

I cannot believe that Hasbro would have the nerve to do something like this. As a long-time fan and collector of magic products, it is absolutely disheartening to think that these cards and merchandise that so many people love are being disposed of in such a wasteful manner. Hasbro should be finding ways to redistribute or donate these products, rather than adding to the growing problem of landfill waste. It's a huge disappointment and makes me question my support for the company.

- Sarah Smith - 2 stars

While I understand that Hasbro might have their reasons for getting rid of these magic products, I still think it's a terrible waste. As someone who has enjoyed playing magic for years, it's saddening to see such a mass disposal of cards and other items that could still bring joy to many people. Hasbro should have considered alternative options, such as organizing events to give away or sell the remaining stock, rather than sending them straight to the landfill. It just seems like a missed opportunity and a letdown for the magic community.

- David Thompson - 1 star

I'm utterly appalled by Hasbro's decision to purge magic products in a landfill. Not only is it an unimaginable waste of resources, but it also sets a terrible precedent for the industry as a whole. With so many people passionate about the game, it seems unfathomable that Hasbro couldn't find a more responsible way to handle these products. It's a slap in the face to all the loyal fans and collectors who have supported the company over the years. Hasbro needs to reconsider their approach and take responsibility for their actions.

Environmentalists sound the alarm over Hasbro's magic toy disposal