Economics

The Mom & Pop Store: How the Unsung Heroes of the American Economy Are Surviving and Thriving

Robert Spector

About the Program

Business journalist Robert Spector presents the culture and mindset of independent entrepreneurs, showing how community support of the local merchant is sustaining the Mom & Pop store during the economic downturn.

About the Authors

Robert Spector

Robert Spector is author of several books, including the Nordstrom Way, Amazon.com: Get Big Fast and Category Killers.  He's been a commentator on CNN, Fox News, CNBC and National Public Radio's Marketplace.


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The Mom & Pop Store: How the Unsung Heroes of the American Economy Are Surviving and Thriving

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Past Airings

  • Sunday, October 11th at 3:45pm (ET)
  • Sunday, October 11th at 12am (ET)
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