We all have to wear shoes. I know I don't want glass in my feet or rocks. Shoes keep feet protected. I'm sure we've never given much thought to the companies that make them. I'm here to change that.

References

https://egrove.olemiss.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1465&context=jofa

http://president.shoes/footwearfacts.htm

https://www.johnstonmurphy.com/na-ourstory.html

https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/sldc/project-connect/nga/history/upload/The-Shoe-Industry-of-St-Louis.pdf

https://www.contemposuits.com/blog/history-of-stacy-adams-shoes/

The textile industry brought many changes to America. It helped creat new jobs. People no longer had to make their own clothes. CLothing companies began popping up like weeds. Unfortunately sweat shops began as well. Join me as I discuss the history of the American fashion industry.

https://textilefocus.com/history-of-the-american-textile-industry/

https://www.srnteach.us/HIST1700/html/projects/unit3/popups/readings/garment.html

https://www.gentlemansgazette.com/brooks-brothers-history/

For the Second time, my friend, Michael Towensend Wright, returns for a conversation. Join us a we discuss, The Grand Ole Opry, Radio shows and more. This episode promises to be a hoot.

Vaudville's roots are obscure. It was once the most popular form of entertainment. Many acts fame together in one theater. Many famous peple got started in vaudeville. Join me as I discuss the history of American vaudeville.

Since I started this podcast, there has been one person I have wanted to interview, and that is my good friend, Michael Townsend Wright. He is a comedian, actor singer, and one heck of a human being. He has had more celebrity encounters than anyone I've ever known. Join us as we discuss, backstage stories, music and show business. I als dedicate this episode to show business legend, "Uncle" Floyd Vivino.

As automobiles became more affordable train and river travel became less popular. As cars became more common, better roads were needed. Highways became a priority. U.S government stepped in to help bulild roads. Highways helped shape this country.

Before highways and railroads, rivers served as major transportation hubs. The Missouri and Mississippi were major waterways during these times. People relied on the rivers for transportation and supplies. Riverboats became big money for people. River travel became a way of life.

Time is something we often take for granted.
The calendar we use was not always the one Americans used.Time is something we often take for granted.
The calendar we use was not always the one Americans lived by

Join me as I discuss why the Gregorian calendar was adopted in the United States, and how traditions like Oktoberfest and St. Patrick’s Day made their way to America.