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The Modern Retail Podcast

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Amazon
E-Commerce
Target
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Walmart
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Nike
Shein
Black Friday
Macy's
Consumer Behavior
Retail Industry
Starbucks
Peloton
Sustainability
Retail Sales
Pepsico
Costco
Covid-19
Artificial Intelligence

The Modern Retail Podcast is a podcast about all the ways the retail industry is changing and modernizing. Every Saturday, senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels break down the latest retail headlines and interview executives about what it takes to keep up in today’s retail landscape, diving deep into growth strategies, brand autopsies, economic changes and more

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On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporter Gabriela Barkho is joined by executive editor Anna Hensel to talk all things World Cup marketing. This week, Modern Retail ran an editorial series on how retailers and brands of all sizes are taki... more

Pride Month is underway, marking a season of celebration that's become a mainstay for some brands. But earning the trust of LGBTQ+ audiences goes far beyond rainbow merch or a few social media posts.

This week on the Modern Retail Podcast, special p... more

Young consumers have always been a sought-after demographic for retailers — but what they value is always changing.

Over the past several decades, Pacsun has sought to maintain a strong pulse on the evolving tastes of teenagers.

From viral jeans to... more

Late May saw a slew of first-quarter earnings reports that reflected meaningful growth for companies like Target and Walmart, but also revealed some bigger shifts in consumer behavior and operational costs.

While shoppers dealing with higher fuel co... more

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Matt Tumminello
Part of Target10, LGBTQ-focused marketing agency
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Matt Wagner
Part of Target10, LGBTQ-focused marketing agency
Target10
Episode: The next era of Pride Month marketing
Brie Olson
CEO of Pacsun
Pacsun
Episode: Pacsun's CEO on how the brand cracked its Gen Z strategy
Mitchell Parton
Modern Retail reporter
Modern Retail
Episode: Hits and misses from Q1 earnings season
Lawrence Longo
CEO of Prince Street Pizza and Irv's Burgers
Prince Street Pizza
Episode: Why every brand is now their own media company, featuring Prince Street Pizza
Katie Thomas
Lead of the Kearney Consumer Institute
Kearney
Episode: The tradeoff economy: Why stressed shoppers are still spending
Mandy Fry
President and co-owner of Z Supply
Z Supply
Episode: What it takes to build a true lifestyle brand
Jason Straczewski
Group Vice President of Government Relations and Political Affairs
National Retail Federation
Episode: The growing debate over digital price tags
Ademola Oyefeso
Representative from United Food and Commercial Workers
UFCW
Episode: The growing debate over digital price tags

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • 💎💎💎

    I’m not a retailer, but as a PR coach for Ecom and retail brands, I am always looking for quality resources to recommend them! And it is so important to stay up to date with industry trends and case studies! And this podcast updates so frequently! Also quick and to the point so the episodes don’t draw out too long, much easier to stay engaged that way!

    @gloriachoupr

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful!

    As someone in retail, I naturally gravitate towards market updates. This podcasts delivers on relevance, a great selections of guests, and insightful information on consumer behavior. My only gripe is Gabi Barkho's melancholy delivery. The sighs while delivering the content, are a bit distracting. Love Cale, though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SOUTE456
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun weekly shows + odd format

    I love both the interview, and the rundown at the end of the week. It’s a good way to do the dishes, but one thing does drive me crazy: in the rundown you can start counting the number of times that they say, “which we’ll talk about later” or “we will touch on in a bit” etc over and over. Also, the bizarre whoosh sound that they used to separate segments has made me jump a number of times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Web dev
    United States2 years ago
  • Expected more

    It takes the hosts way too long to share useful information. Unfortunately, they are also too monotone to hold an audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ddffxxcc233
    United States2 years ago
  • Thoughtful empathetic discussions

    I’m impressed with the editing packing a lot information in a relatively short amount of time. The recent podcast with the Shein head of strategy not only increased my knowledge of the company but also increased my faith that some companies can help the retail industry and consumers embrace and accelerate their sustainability efforts.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Markhhsp
    United States3 years ago

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Audience values practical takeaways for branding, pricing, and omnichannel strategies.
Listeners appreciate concise, data-informed episodes and strong guest lineups.
Some criticisms mention delivery pacing and occasional housekeeping sounds.

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Hits and misses from Q1 earnings season
Q: What are some of the biggest challenges they're facing right now?
The discussion points to consumer budget pressures, fuel costs, and the potential need to reinvest in prices or refunds to support margins, with ongoing watch on supply chain and inventory movements.
Hits and misses from Q1 earnings season
Q: Curious, you know, when you looked at the earnings this week and listened to the call, what were some of the biggest things that you think are driving growth for them right now?
Mitchell highlights Target's assortment refresh, social media-driven launches, and multi-pillar strategy as drivers of near-term growth, while noting questions about sustaining momentum into Q2 and beyond.
Why every brand is now their own media company, featuring Prince Street Pizza
Q: What's the biggest lesson learned across these shows for food brands looking to create content?
Net positive outcomes come from consistent, authentic content that engages audiences across platforms, with collaborations and a clear strategy for leveraging guest talent and cross-promotions.
Why every brand is now their own media company, featuring Prince Street Pizza
Q: Do you need a celebrity to make the investment in in-house content worthwhile, or can regular influencers suffice?
Content is king; you don't need a celebrity to create great content, but a celebrity with built-in audience can help, though a non-celebrity with strong storytelling can still achieve significant reach over time.
Why every brand is now their own media company, featuring Prince Street Pizza
Q: Can you give us a short elevator pitch for Delivering Happiness for listeners who aren't familiar?
Delivering Happiness is a slice-of-life series where a pizza delivery scenario becomes a platform for conversations with guests, turning every delivery into a new episode rather than a traditional ad.

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What is The Modern Retail Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, business-focused show that packs timely retail headlines with in-depth conversations from executives and analysts. Recent episodes cover earnings trends across major retailers, how brands are becoming media companies, pricing strategies in volatile markets, and the rise of channels like TikTok Shop and agentic commerce. Guests range from brand founders and retailers to industry researchers and policy experts, providing practical takeaways on pricing, omnichannel strategies, product storytelling, and technology-enabled shopping. The format often blends data-driven analysis with real-world case studies, making it valuable for marketers, brand leaders, and retailers seeking actionable insights and a forward-looking view of the industr... more

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1. Matt Tumminello
2. Matt Wagner
3. Brie Olson
4. Mitchell Parton
5. Lawrence Longo
6. Katie Thomas
7. Mandy Fry
8. Jason Straczewski

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