How the New Clock Ruled the Family and the Factory
Explore how the new clock ruled the family and factory, replacing natural rhythms with rigid schedules and why that shift still shapes our daily lives today.
Jimmy Bunty
Jimmy, an entrepreneur and your guide at Dad's Parlor, brings a lifelong passion for understanding how things work to his explorations of history, innovation, spirits, and markets. With a background spanning the automotive world, real estate, and a deep dive into whiskey with certifications from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy & the Stave and Thief Society, Jimmy offers a unique lens on the engines that drive our world.
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