Globalization simply defined is the intensification of global interactions. The case studies we studied describe two of the main types of globalization. Economic globalization, which is the production, exchange, distribution and consumption of tangible goods and services, and cultural globalization, the exchange of materials and symbols that represent facts, values ​​and beliefs. When globalization occurs, it usually has a major impact on indigenous cultures. Optimists or “champions” assert that the relationship between culture and globalization has positive effects because it creates balance between nations. Conversely, critics argue that relations between the two have negative effects, leading to the loss or deterioration of an indigenous culture. The rationale for whether globalization is good or not depends on what is being globalized and each individual's perspective. I would like to examine two case studies on globalization, Karen Hansens, Salaula; the world of thrift shopping and Zambia, and cricket in the Trobriand Islands to assess the relationship between globalization and culture. Karen Hansens discoveries in Salaula; the world of second-hand clothing and Zambia, explores the journey that donated clothing in MEDC countries embarks on. From the economic benefits to the cultural influence on Zambia, Hansen's work shows the role second-hand clothing plays in Zambia and the Western world. Economically, the distribution of second-hand clothing is a win-win situation for both donor and recipient countries. It is cost-effective for the Western world, while being affordable and accessible for Zambians. This notion of fair trade shows how globalization can have enormous benefits. In this case, Zambia benefits from an unwanted clot ... middle of paper ...... and on top of that culture. With other types of globalization like McDonald's, I think the benefits are more visible while the downsides are not so visible to the majority of people. McDonald's brings cheap food to many places around the world and creates many jobs. For many people, they only see the benefits because it has a direct effect on them. But what most people don't realize is the spread of monoculture and the dilution of their indigenous culture. This is similar to the role of the Salaulas in Zambia. The Salaula case study is therefore not exceptional and fits into our theory of globalization. Trobriand cricket is also not exceptional because, even if it does not have the effects on culture like Salaula or McDonald's, it is still globalizing. What is different is how the Trobrianders perceived and reacted to it..