A Stadium Beer Vendor

Dan Heath hosts "What It's Like To Be," interviewing Howard Hart, a stadium beer vendor with 35 years of experience. Hart shares his experiences, from carrying 50-pound beer tubs and cultivating relationships with regular customers, to witnessing exciting events like the Cal Ripken streak and the Kentucky Derby. He discusses the financial aspects of the job, the challenges of dealing with intoxicated customers, and the camaraderie among vendors, including their unique sales pitches. Hart also recounts a touching story about a loyal customer who provided his wife with a ticket to the last game at Memorial Stadium, and reflects on the personal fulfillment he derived from his unconventional career, despite some family members questioning his choices.