June Hartwell is the editorial persona for Then & Now at Should We Watch, exploring familiar objects, old routines, and the ways everyday life has changed. The focus is on specific details and historical context, without treating every generation’s experience as the same.
As we look back on the 1960s, gas stations offered a completely unique experience, unlike simple fuel purchases or tedious self-service stations. Gas stations ... Read…
Read storyWell, folks, it looks like those kitchen gadgets collecting dust in your basement might be worth more than just memories! As someone who’s watched ... Read more
Read storyI remember the thrill of driving back in the 1960s. The skill, knowledge, and patience to operate the automobile was a hobby in itself ... Read more
Read storyUnfortunately, today’s kids spend the majority of their days swiping and tapping on devices rather than honing practical, real-world skills. Meanwhile, kids in our ... Read more
Read storyRemember those school cafeteria lunches from the 1970s? Sure, we complained about them back then, but looking back, there were some dishes that secretly ... Read more
Read storyRemember those toys our kids couldn’t live without back in the 1980s? It turns out that some of those plastic treasures are now worth ... Read more
Read storyRemember those carefree days of the 1970s when we’d spend hours playing with our favorite toys? You might want to check your attic or ... Read more
Read storyThe 1960s weren’t just about peace signs and tie-dye—they were an era of remarkable innovation that was sometimes too advanced for its own good. ... Read more
Read storyThink back to a time when using Google and YouTube were not options. We had to learn skills the old fashioned way – from ... Read more
Read storyWell, folks, grab your handkerchiefs because we’re about to get a little misty-eyed remembering some of the sweetest treats from our youth. Back in ... Read more
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