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The Retail Retold Podcast highlights community retailer stories from across the country and gives a behind-the-scenes perspective from business leaders in both retail and real estate industries. The show’s episodes contain valuable insights that help solve the needs of entrepreneurs and real estate pros. Each week our guests share stories of what worked, what didn’t, the ups and downs – giving the... more

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A disciplined pipeline and strategic site selection approach are enabling growth despite limited supply

Retail real estate didn’t change as much as people thought. The fundamentals never left. What changed is how precisely you have to execute them. more

A disciplined approach to product, experience, and real estate is fueling a fast-growing food and beverage concept

Palmetto Superfoods didn’t grow by chasing trends. It grew by challenging them.

Hessam Shirmohammadi, co-founder and COO, built the b... more

A different background, and a different lens on retail real estate

Careers aren’t linear. And the best ones usually evolve.

Anya Wolf didn’t start in retail real estate. Her background was in art, including studio work, art history, and hands-on ex... more

What if the biggest World Cup winners aren’t the teams?

The next major tailwind for retail real estate isn’t coming from policy, rates, or supply it’s coming from global demand.

The World Cup is set to drive one of the largest concentrated waves of... more

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Hessam Shirmohammadi
Co-founder and COO of Palmetto Superfoods
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Anya Wolf
Managing Director of Portfolio Management at DLC
DLC Management Corp
Episode: Building the Next Generation of a Family Business
Cary Beale
Recruiter in the retail real estate space; owner of Poline Search Partners
Poline Search Partners
Episode: Reputation, Risk, and Reality in Today’s Hiring Market
Adam Ifshin
CEO of DLC, experienced retail real estate investor and operator
DLC Management Corp
Episode: Retail Retold Replay: Why Retail Real Estate Is STILL "Too Good to Ignore"
Lindsey Barden
A retail tenant representative based in Tennessee and a follower of Jesus.
Dark Horse
Episode: How to Get a Retail Lease Done in 14 Days
David Habas
Managing partner of HK Enterprises and franchisee of Supercuts.
HK Enterprises
Episode: What Franchise Longevity Looks Like From the Inside
Tina Helton
Regional Property Manager at DLC
DLC Management Corp
Episode: From the Front Lines: The Reality of Running Retail Centers
Lÿden Foust
CEO and founder of Spatial AI, expert in location analytics
Spatial AI
Episode: Do Psychographics Beat Demographics?
Rob Gresham
Chef and founder of Isaac's Poultry Market
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Episode: Exiting a Winning Brand and Hatching Something New

Hosts

Chris Ressa
Host with a focus on guiding conversations and pulling practical insights from guests
Carly Iacono
Co-host bringing retailer and real estate perspectives, often focusing on strategy and market trends

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Love the stories

    One of the best podcasts in retail real estate right now. The storytelling is what makes it stand out. Real deals, real challenges, and real insight into how this business actually works. Always worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retail Real Estate Dealmaker
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Best!

    This podcast is a must-listen for anyone in retail real estate — insightful, current, and full of practical takeaways. The host does a fantastic job breaking down complex market trends into clear, actionable discussions. Every episode feels like a masterclass in development, leasing, and investment strategy. I always walk away with new ideas and a sharper understanding of the retail landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retail On My Mind
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show

    A unique and engaging podcast within the CRE space. Always an interesting take whether it’s about retail deal making, commercial operations or personal career journeys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jay jadley
    United States6 months ago
  • Human behavior architect

    That was extra good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbiepolitico
    United States2 years ago
  • Great retail update

    Good stuff on $General, etc. Planning to borrow some of this for my real estate radio show and podcast in Nebraska (Grow Lincoln shows) later this week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbiepolitico
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates practical, deal-focused retail real estate insights.
Listeners value the host's interviewer style and guests' depth across CRE topics.
Shows strong guest variety and actionable takeaways for leasing, investment, and strategy.

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Building the Next Generation of a Family Business
Q: What surprised you most about DLC or the real estate space when you first joined?
She notes that she learned almost everything on the job, especially about how leasing drives deals and why tenants choose certain locations, rather than relying on preconceived notions.
Building the Next Generation of a Family Business
Q: For those who don't know, tell us a little bit about who you are.
Anya shares that she grew up in Westchester, pursued art and art history, and eventually joined the family business DLC, transitioning from art into real estate and starting in the Transactions department.
How to Get a Retail Lease Done in 14 Days
Q: Can you tell us about a deal or a story of a deal that was interesting?
Yes, I recently closed a lease deal for Crunch Fitness in just two weeks thanks to motivated parties and quick decision-making processes.
How to Get a Retail Lease Done in 14 Days
Q: What are you seeing overall in the retail landscape right now? What are you seeing in Knoxville?
The retail landscape shows retailers stepping up to the plate and doing deals in sub-markets that were previously ignored, as vacancy rates are low and making decisions quickly is vital for success.
What Franchise Longevity Looks Like From the Inside
Q: If you had to do it all over again, would you become a franchisee?
100 percent, I would.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Retail Retold

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

The show centers on real estate and retail dynamics, featuring conversations with developers, brokers, tenants reps, franchisors, and operators who shape brick-and-mortar retail. Episodes mix macro market context with on-the-ground deal making, leasing strategies, and transformative retail concepts, from open-air centers and grocery resilience to experiential spaces and family-friendly entertainment. A standout is the practical, real-world focus: hosts pull actionable takeaways, discuss funding, partnerships, and technology, and spotlight personalities who blend entrepreneurship with real estate strategy. This blend of practitioner stories and market analysis can be especially valuable for entrepreneurs, retailers, and property teams seekin... more

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1. Hessam Shirmohammadi
2. Anya Wolf
3. Cary Beale
4. Adam Ifshin
5. Lindsey Barden
6. David Habas
7. Tina Helton
8. Lÿden Foust

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