The Rise and Fall of Kmart

04/13/22 • 23 min

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If you were alive in the 1980s, you definitely went to K-Mart at some point. The store had everything and was a huge part of our lives. But how did the company go from retail giant to almost nothing? As of the time of this recording, there are only three K-marts left. This is a look back on the rise and fall of a giant company with a history that goes all the way back to 1899.

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Show Notes: The Rise and Fall of Kmart

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Show Notes: The Rise and Fall of Kmart

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