Minnesota has thousands of secondhand stores, from for-profit businesses to those tied to charities — all possible treasure troves for the determined thrifter.
Thrifting can be a bonding experience across generations or part of self care. But the history of this popular pastime is more complicated than you might think.
Host Angela Davis talks with a historian who wrote a book about thrifting and a thrift store marketing manager about thrifting’s past, present and future.
Guests:
Jennifer Le Zotte is an assistant professor of history at the University of North Carolina Wilmington and author of the book “From Goodwill to Grunge: A History of Secondhand Styles and Alternative Economies.”
Molly King is the marketing manager for Arc’s Value Village thrift stores in the Twin Cities.
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