The Cultural Impact of Burning Man
The reputation of Burning Man as a gathering of the strange rose in tandem with the festival’s popularity. It first appeared in the media because of television shows. A family trip to Burning Man is the catalyst for an exciting journey in Malcolm in the Middle. People have been transported to Burning Man via shows like The Simpsons and South Park, as well as by computer games. Cartman launches a dictatorial assault on the hippies when South Park goes to “the biggest party in the world, man.”
You Can’t Buy Fun at Burning Man
Don’t bring any money with you. The participants of Big Rock City enjoy a barter and trading system that promotes a spirit of communal sharing. The only consumables you’ll find for sale at Burning Man are caffeine and cold beverages. The sharing aspect outweighs the commercial one. Almost anything you could possibly want or need may be found, but you will likely have to barter for it. This means you’ll need to pack all of your own consumables, as well as a substantial amount of trade goods.