Nov 19th, 2008 · The poor outlook for the holiday shopping season is forcing retailers to slash seasonal jobs. L.L. Bean is filling 23 percent fewer positions this year. The nationwide squeeze on holiday work comes just as more Americans say they will look for second jobs because of the uncertain economy. Curt Nickisch reports for member station WBUR.
Oct 30th, 2008 · Barack Obama shoots hoops for good luck, and John McCain has been known to break out his special L.L. Bean shoes. Guests and listeners discuss the role of superstition in politics. Which "lucky charms" will be brought into the White House?
Aug 27th, 2006 · LL Bean's flagship store in Maine is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Independent producer Joshua Gleason found that a lot of the people wandering among the outdoor goods in the wee hours aren't actually shopping.
Jun 26th, 2006 · An American labor group has investigated conditions in Jordanian garment factories and says that foreign workers are being enslaved in sweatshops. Under a free-trade agreement with the U.S., the factories are producing items for Target, L.L. Bean and other major American retailers.
Sep 26th, 2005 · Ed Gordon talks with hip-hop trailblazer L.L. Cool J about being recognized at Monday night's Hip Hop Honors on VH1.