#1,876 - Hippo Hardware in Portland may be forced to close due to safety and financial reasons

Fancy a glimpse into the reality of the American small business landscape? Prepare for an unfiltered look at the struggles and triumphs of Hippo Hardware, a once-thriving Portland establishment. In our compelling discussion, we pull back the curtain on the hardware store's journey from its 1976 opening, through its MTV-featured heyday, to its current predicament – a desperate plea for survival amidst a challenging retail landscape, exacerbated by pandemic woes and unforeseen societal challenges. As we navigate this narrative, tune in for my commentary on my morning YouTube premiere show, served fresh at 11 am Seattle time.

Pivoting from Hippo Hardware's microcosm, we zoom out to explore the broader issue of declining small businesses in cities. With Portland's very own Hippo Hardware as our case study, we dissect the effects of legislative decisions, police defunding, and drug misuse on the lifeblood of local communities – small businesses. Despite the harsh realities faced, we shed light on the heartening community response, manifesting in customer support, t-shirt campaigns, and more. We also share some personal experiences, touching on a disappointing 'Doom Loop Tour' in San Francisco. So, are you ready for a deep dive into the harsh realities of small businesses in our cities? Tune in, and let's start the conversation.

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