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Future Commerce is the culture magazine for Commerce. Hosts Phillip Jackson and Brian Lange help brand and digital marketing leaders see around the next corner by exploring the intersection of Culture and Commerce. Trusted by the world's most recognizable brands to deliver the most insightful, entertaining, and informative weekly podcasts, Future Commerce is the leading new media brand for eCommer... more

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Zia Daniell Wigder, Global President of Shoptalk and Groceryshop, joins Brian and Alicia to mark Shoptalk's 10th anniversary and unpack the themes defining the spring show in Las Vegas. (Hint: AI isn't the headline, it's the backdrop.) A week before ... more

As ChatGPT pulls back on native in-app checkout, malls becomemainstream again. Is agentic commerce ready for primetime, or are consumers seeking more analog experiences? PLUS: Dick's Sporting Goods' loyalty loop that turns steps into spending power, ... more

Phillip and Brian get deep on a week when everything felt a little unhinged: Shopify's AI sidekick started building custom apps, Iran allegedly took out AWS data centers mid-Claude-outage, and the McDonald's CEO went mega-viral just days after Philli... more

We’re live and poolside at the close of eTail Palm Springs. This year’s conference brought less theory and more proof, from agentic platforms doing actual operational work to the quiet rise of go-to-market tooling among merchants. One thing is clear:... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Cohen
Chief Marketing Officer of Onyx Global Group, responsible for brands like Pure Daily Care and Aquasonic.
Onyx Global Group
Episode: Cracking the Viral Code: Creators As CMOs
Ricky Silver
CEO of Daily Harvest, overseeing the company's shift post-acquisition by Chobani.
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Episode: Daily Harvest is Fighting the Wellness Hype Machine
Dr. Marcus Collins
Award-winning marketer, cultural translator, and best-selling author of For the Culture.
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Episode: Every Brand Spent $20M on 30 Seconds. Levi's Bought the Whole Super Bowl.
Jason Murray
Founder and CEO of Shipium
Shipium
Episode: Supply Chain's AI Evolution: Infinite Simulations
Damon Berger
Head of Consumer Digital Engagement at Gap Inc.
Gap Inc.
Episode: Why Gap is Back: The Mattel Playbook for Brand Reinvigoration
Andrew McLuhan
Grandson of Marshall McLuhan and creator of the McLuhan Institute
McLuhan Institute
Episode: How Brands Become Publishers In the Age of Distrust
Paulo Ferreira
Co-founder of Barrons Brand Publishing, helping brands become informational publishers.
Barrons Brand Publishing
Episode: How Brands Become Publishers In the Age of Distrust
Nicole Thomas
Head of Partner Marketing at Brex
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Episode: [STEP BY STEP] Seizing the Seasonal Opportunity
Corinne Boonstra
Strategic Partnerships Team member at Brex
Brex
Episode: [STEP BY STEP] Optimizing the Product Promise

Hosts

Phillip Jackson
Host of Future Commerce Podcast; co-host focused on culture-driven commerce insights and retail strategy.
Brian Lange
Co-host and analyst focusing on commerce trends, technology, and practical business impact.
Alicia Esposito
Host/guest adviser with expertise in retail, AI impact on consumer behavior, and Step by Step/NRF topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • 💎💎💎

    500+ ep is an incredible feat for any podcast🔥 I’m not a product founder, but as a PR coach for product founders, I’m always looking to recommend resources for them! Whether you want a deep dive into a more umbrella topics, or hyper-specific problem solving and case studies, you’ll find it all here across all industries! Plus the energy is always high and engaging!!

    @gloriachoupr

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United States2 years ago
  • A new fav 🔥

    Future Commerce is a new favorite in my feed! I’m truly impressed by the engaging discussions and insights into industry trends. Absolutely loved the recent episode with Neil Shankar and hearing about how brands are gaming our algorithmic overloads. Highly recommend giving this pod a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
  • Absolutely relevant

    a MUST if you want to keep track in E-Com

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    User2903
    Germany4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    This podcast is a must listen for anyone looking to stay up to date in the world of eCommerce and online business! Phillip and Brian are great hosts and provide fresh insights and valuable advice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • Not your average eCom show

    “Work content” that you actually WANT to listen to. Even look forward to!

    Phillip & Brian bring fun & wit to eCom and retail news and practices. Curious where the industry is headed and what’s new? This is your show.

    There is no other podcast I listen to as consistently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicolette7
    United States4 years ago

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The show provides in-depth, actionable insights for e-commerce and retail leaders.
The conversations blend industry trends with cultural analysis, helping guests stay ahead.
Hosts bring a balanced, pragmatic take on technology and marketing with real-world relevance.
Listeners praise the energy, wit, and long-form depth of episodes.
Guests are consistently top-tier, offering credible, practical guidance.

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Daily Harvest is Fighting the Wellness Hype Machine
Q: How are you thinking about how that content is consumed by an LLM and how that's impacting people's viewpoint and health journeys?
Brands now need to collaborate and partner meaningfully, utilizing a broader community to develop trusted content rather than relying solely on individual influencers.
Daily Harvest is Fighting the Wellness Hype Machine
Q: What is the behavior you're trying to replace in the consumer and what do you want to replace it with?
We found some of our best consumers engage with the skipping function, showing an active management of their plan rather than needing a preset routine.
Why Gap is Back: The Mattel Playbook for Brand Reinvigoration
Q: What are the metrics for success you're overseeing and how do you measure them?
We measure everything from brand love to lower funnel metrics, focusing on connecting culture with measurable outcomes.
[STEP BY STEP] Seizing the Seasonal Opportunity
Q: What needs to be done from an operational standpoint for e-commerce businesses?
Brands need to focus on building flexible infrastructure and leveraging real-time data to manage finances and operations effectively.
[STEP BY STEP] Seizing the Seasonal Opportunity
Q: What is driving the most disruption when we think about seasonality?
There is a huge cultural shift from predictable buyer cycles to frequent, unexpected demand spikes due to social media influence and virality.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Future Commerce

What is Future Commerce about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the intersection of culture and commerce, offering in-depth conversations with founders, executives, and industry experts who shape how brands engage with consumers in a fast-evolving digital economy. Episodes routinely cover topics like e-commerce strategy, brand publishing, influencer and creator economies, AI and data-driven retail, cash-flow and supply-chain innovations, and seasonal/growth tactics for DTC brands. A standout pattern is the blend of practical business guidance with thoughtful cultural analysis, plus a willingness to explore frontier concepts such as agentic commerce, positionless marketing, and brands-as-p publishers. The format tends to feature candid host-host and guest dialogues, often tied to real... more

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Future Commerce launched 10 years ago and published 600 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Future Commerce include:

1. Jonathan Cohen
2. Ricky Silver
3. Dr. Marcus Collins
4. Jason Murray
5. Damon Berger
6. Andrew McLuhan
7. Paulo Ferreira
8. Nicole Thomas

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