Russell Brand lays into Black Friday in an epic rant

Russell Brand's epic tirades on his YouTube channel cover topics from Israel-Palestine to Renee Zellweger's face. 

This time, he's taking on Black Friday. 

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The English comedian intermittently shows footage from times past of chaotic crowds and outbreaks of violence to emphasize that the tradition turns us into "a pack of idiots squabbling over television sets."  And he warns about the implications of such a consumerist day. 

So, you know, a cheerful message to start the holiday season. Happy bargain hunting!  Read more...

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