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MADELEINE BRAND
NPR Special
06-27-2005
Interview: Bill Chrisman discusses his scented bowling balls

Host: MADELEINE BRAND
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

MADELEINE BRAND, host:

As with Journey, the popularity of bowling rests largely on its retro appeal. Bowling seems immune to the evolving tastes, fashion and technology that affect the rest of popular culture, but one entrepreneur is trying to bring a new sensation to the bowling experience. We sent producer Jeff Rice to nose around the Storm Bowling Company, and he brought back this sound portrait.

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