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Season 2
Episode 1: Talkin' TV
In this first episode of Season 2 of The Memory Mercantile, Mark and Jan flip on the TV set of their childhood and settle in for a nostalgia-filled conversation about the shows that shaped their early years. Along the way, they reflect on how television wasn’t just entertainment — it was a shared cultural experience that sparked imagination, friendship, and a sense of togetherness. It’s a cozy, fun look back at the glow of the TV screen and a few stories that helped define a generation.
Episode 2: Vacation Time
In this episode, Mark and Jan hit the open road (at least in spirit) as they swap stories about vacations past—especially those sometimes long, unforgettable car trips. From backseat boredom and roadside stops to the strange magic of being stuck in a car together for hours. It’s a nostalgic ride through family traditions, travel quirks, and the small moments that turned ordinary drives into lifelong memories.
Episode 3: Wi-Fi Not Required
In this episode of The Memory Mercantile, Mark and Jan take a joyful stroll down memory lane, swapping stories about all the things kids today will never have to do—but kids in the ’70s and ’80s absolutely did. From typing school papers, using rotary phones, rewinding cassette tapes, and the dreaded empty shelves at the video store, they laugh, reminisce, and reflect on how those everyday experiences shaped a generation. It’s a warm, funny, and slightly mind-blowing comparison of then vs. now, packed with nostalgia, “remember when” moments, and plenty of wow, times have changed.
Episode 4: What’s for Dinner?
In this deliciously nostalgic episode of The Memory Mercantile, Mark and Jan open the pantry doors of memory and pull out the flavors of their childhood. They reminisce about canned classics, Jell-O, and the unmistakable ways to open that can of green beans. From weeknight family inventions to the magical crinkle of foil on a TV dinner tray, their conversation blends humor, heart, and cultural time travel—exploring not just what they ate, but how those meals shaped family routines, connection, and the meaning of “childhood.” It’s a warm, funny, and flavor-packed stroll down memory lane—where dinner wasn’t organic, fast food felt fancy, and dessert sometimes came in its own little foil compartment.