Wisconsin Weekend: Shopping Locally On Small Business Saturday

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Artisans participate in Small Business Saturday
Artisans participate in Small Business Saturday by hosting a pop up market in Miramar on November 26, 2016 in San Diego. Denis Poroy / AP Photo

Small Business Saturday has been around for fewer than 10 years, but it’s already surpassed both Black Friday and Cyber Monday in terms of total retail sales. On this edition of “Wisconsin Weekend,” we talk about the appeal and importance of buying local.

What local shops do you like to support? Why do you buy local? Join the conversation at 1-800-642-1234, ideas@wpr.org, @wprmornings or on The Ideas Network Facebook page.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Nyajai Ellison Producer
  • Jennie Broecker Guest