What Makes L.L.Bean's Oldest Boot so Iconic? Know Your Stuff Episode 6

Welcome to Know Your Stuff, a podcast where we unbox trends in consumer culture, one topic at a time.

In this special episode, we go into the field and get a look inside the resoling process behind L.L.Bean’s iconic Bean Boot and the Maine Hunting Shoe.

Managing Editor Steve Mazzucchi and I hear from the people responsible for recrafting thousands of boots every year and learn about what makes their process and culture so unique.

Guest(s):

• John Camelio, Director of Manufacturing
• Mary Goyette, Personalized Services / Rebuilds
• Ben, Stitcher / Tour Guide
• Steve Mazzucchi, Managing Editor
• Mykim Dang, Director of Video and Platforms

Background Reading and Referenced Articles

• https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/ll-bean-field-coat-vintage/
• https://www.gearpatrol.com/outdoors/ll-bean-vintage-bean-boots/

The podcast is produced by our Director of Video and Platforms, Mykim Dang.

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