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Omni Talk Retail

Omni Talk Retail
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Amazon
Artificial Intelligence
Target
Starbucks
Kroger
Retail
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Doordash
Albertsons
Instacart
Mirakl
Dollar General
Google
Best Buy
Lowe's
Consumer Goods Forum
AI In Retail
Ocado
Bed Bath & Beyond

Omni Talk Retail provides news, analysis, and commentary on the latest trends and issues in the retail industry. Created by a retailer, Chris Walton, for retailers, Omni Talk Retail covers a wide range of topics related to retail, including e-commerce, technology, marketing, and consumer behavior. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - podcorn.com/priv... more

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Latest Episodes

Chris Walton puts Jenn Hahn in the Fast Five lightning round, covering everything from Stella Lefty and back-to-school shopping to Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies, fantasy football picks, and plenty more retail-free fun.

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TikTok Shop is reportedly testing a paid Shop Plus membership that could offer free shipping, discounts, and coupons as the platform looks to keep shoppers from leaving for Amazon.

Chris Walton and Jenn Hahn discuss whether TikTok’s rapid growth and... more

Amazon says more than 350 million shoppers have used Alexa for shopping over the past year, with active users nearly doubling and customer interactions increasing fivefold.

Chris Walton and Jenn Hahn discuss whether Amazon is best positioned to move... more

Ahold Delhaize USA is expanding its Savings Station discount kiosks to every Giant Food location, giving shoppers a physical way to access digital coupons, personalized offers, and loyalty rewards in-store.

Chris Walton and Jenn Hahn discuss whether... more

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Josh Hahn
Recruiting Services executive, formerly at Sports Authority and Meijer
J Recruiting Services
Episode: Gap Turns Employees Into Influencers, Grocery Keeps Sinking & Albertsons Breeds Canaries | Fast Five
Marc Lore
Founder of Wonder (food hall concept)
Wonder
Episode: Is Wonder Really Worth a $9 Billion Valuation? | Fast Five Shorts
Shikha Jain
Partner and Head of Consumer for North America at Simon-Kucher
Simon-Kucher
Episode: Who Wins & Who Loses With The Shifting Of The American Dream? | Ask An Expert
Caitlin Allen
SVP of Market at Simbi
Simbi
Episode: Walmart Drones, Taco Bell Voice AI & Wayfair's Big Bet | Fast Five
Amir Khoshniyati
Co-founder/Chief Strategy Officer at Wiliot
Wiliot
Episode: Confessions Of Supply Chain Executives | The End Of Inventory Guesswork
Kay Irwin
National Practice Lead for Connected Assets and Smart Supply Chain Practice
AT&T
Episode: Confessions Of Supply Chain Executives | The End Of Inventory Guesswork
Soroosh Seyhoon
Chief Revenue Officer
Zello
Episode: Radios Are Dead and Here Is What Comes Next for Retail Store Ops
Ayla Ziz
Chief Customer Officer at Danone
Danone
Episode: Danone Is Building Healthier Lives Through Data and AI | CGF 2026
Wesley Wilson
Regional Director of North America for the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF)
Consumer Goods Forum
Episode: Preparing Retail for What's Next with Wesley Wilson on AI Innovation | CGF 2026

Host

Chris Walton
Host focused on retail industry insights and analysis; frequently discusses trends, technology, and competitive dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Great content - sound could be improved!

    Interesting, timely content that I enjoy keeping up on! The only drawback is the audio - sound quality is low.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jul4788
    United States7 months ago
  • Insights are great

    I love the retail insight that Anne and Chris bring to each weeks stories. The promos at the beginning have grown out of control. I now just fast forward to about the seven minute mark to actually get to the stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Corey's Deals
    United States2 years ago
  • My absolute favorite, go-to retail podcast

    Long time listener. This is my weekly go-to podcast! It's interesting. It's real. It's fun. The dialogue is intriguing and everything is always super topical. Thanks Chris and Anne!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MeriG330
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen podcast!

    I am a co-founder of a fashion data company and listening to Anne and Chris is an essential part of my routine. Listening to Omni Talk is a critical part of my education.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mookie DTR
    United States3 years ago
  • Info packed! Just one small issue…

    Great pod for anyone in retail and product marketing. Packed with information and valuable takeaways. A must listen!

    My only small, teeny issue with the episodes is with Chris … you’re awesome, buddy, but … you gotta stop YELLING INTO THE MIC! :)

    Keep up the good work!

    Cheers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dwald
    Canada4 years ago

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Guests and topics are seen as credible and actionable for retailers.
Some critique audio quality and promo length but still tune in.
Audiences praise practical retail insights and candid host banter.
Listeners value timely industry context and real-world experience.

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Footlongs, Fresh Produce & A Side Of Legislation | Fast Five
Q: How significant is fresh same-day delivery grocery in the UK for the future of grocery retail globally?
Chapters explain that if Amazon can establish same-day from the UK, they could become the default grocery fulfillment player long-term, though competition with entrenched players and regional dynamics will shape the outcome.
Footlongs, Fresh Produce & A Side Of Legislation | Fast Five
Q: What is the quote unquote magic quadrant and what magic quadrant are you working on?
Gartner produces many magic quadrants (vendor evaluations) across software markets; Chap explains the framework and how it applies to distributed order management and AI-ready features for retailers.
Community Impact Is Good Business With Do it Best's Curtis Smith | Global DIY Summit 2026
Q: What challenges do you face in grantmaking?
Limited resources force us to be selective, saying no to most requests even when many are worthy, so we focus on partnerships that align with community impact goals.
Community Impact Is Good Business With Do it Best's Curtis Smith | Global DIY Summit 2026
Q: How has the merger affected the foundation's priorities and reach?
The merger has expanded scale and scope, allowing broader impact, though the foundation is still finding the best ways to balance US focus with international opportunities.
Community Impact Is Good Business With Do it Best's Curtis Smith | Global DIY Summit 2026
Q: What is the mission of the foundation after the merger?
The mission is to build the best communities by investing in nonprofits and people doing great work, with a focus on the US but expanding internationally as opportunities arise.

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What is Omni Talk Retail about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Omni Talk Retail delivers timely, practitioner-focused insights on the retail industry, blending news, analysis, and commentary with a practical, experience-driven perspective. Episodes routinely dissect store formats, supply chain shifts, e-commerce developments, and technology-enabled strategies, often pairing two hosts with candid banter and concrete takeaways for retailers and brands. Unique strengths include fast-round formats that surface quick-read implications and strong emphasis on real-world experience from industry veterans, making it useful for listeners who want actionable context and market signals.

Noteworthy aspects include a consistent focus on centralization vs. localization, AI and digital experiences in merchandising, a... more

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Recent guests on Omni Talk Retail include:

1. Josh Hahn
2. Marc Lore
3. Shikha Jain
4. Caitlin Allen
5. Amir Khoshniyati
6. Kay Irwin
7. Soroosh Seyhoon
8. Ayla Ziz

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