As part of the current BBC Hands on History campaign, Radio Wales has been examining the state of the high street in Wales.
You can view details on Radio Wales' programmes in a previous Wales History blog.
In 1999, broadcaster and journalist, Jaci Stephen visited three very different high streets in Wales in a series called Shop Talk. You can view a clip from each of the programmes below.
Clifton Street,Cardiff: Jaci Stephen visits a charity shop.
Machynlleth: Jaci meets the people who attend this weekly market.
Cowbridge: Jaci Stephen meets some ladies who love shopping in the town.
