A restaurant check paid in cash

Why Do Americans Love Tipping?

Tipping as cultural practice: why some countries like the U.S. like tipping and others don't.
A pastor speaking to his congregation

When Televangelism Got Big

Deregulation of the airwaves helped lead to the success of televangelism, and cable made it stronger.
Punch clock next to a wall of timecards

The Trouble with Scientific Management

Frederick Taylor's scientific management theory has some holes in it.
A woman in a modest swimsuit with sleeves and a skirt past her knees

Modesty in Fashion

The intersection of religion and fashion has led to modesty in bathing suits.
Lunch tables outside overlooking NYC

Why It Matters Where We Get Lunch

Choosing a place to eat goes beyond just food.
A cruise ship docks at a tropical location

Who Wants Cruises To Come to Town?

The benefits and consequences of cruises.
Older photo of Donald Trump waving to the public

Donald Trump and the American Celebration of the Wealthy

A look into how wealth can transfer into fame.
Neon signs at a strip club

Money and Power at Strip Clubs

A new viewpoint on who holds the money and power in strip clubs.
A tired employee receives more work to complete

Who Suffers in Rude Workplaces?

Not everyone is impacted equally when it comes to workplace bullying and incivility.
A black and white photograph of a 1590's housewife speaking to a salesman at her door

“Uber for Sales” and Door-to-Door Vacuum Salesmen

The independent contractor model employed by Uber was used in the vacuum cleaner companies.