Tracey Panek, Levi Strauss & Company historian, shares insights on the newly reopened Levi's Vault and its "Amped" exhibit, featuring iconic denim worn by music legends like Kurt Cobain and Beyoncé. Gregory Climer, Chair of the fashion design program at California College of the Arts, discusses the cultural significance of jeans, highlighting their evolution from workwear to fashion staples. The episode dives into personal denim stories, the impact of fabric innovations, and the ongoing push against fast fashion, showcasing how jeans remain a canvas for identity and creativity.
