
Welcome to The Retail Whisperer Podcast by me, Michelle Sherrier: a podcast of stories and lessons from a life in retail. After decades spent in the retail industry, I’ve seen and done it all. Join me every week as I interview people from all walks of retail, the service industry, the wholesale gift industry, and more. We’ll talk about what drives them, the things they love, and some of the bigges... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 268 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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In this episode, Michelle opens up about the emotional journey behind rebranding The Retail Whore Podcast to The Retail Whisperer. She takes us back to her days owning three stores at Fred Segal, the devastating experience of losing everything, and t... more
Matt Triest is an entrepreneur, retailer, and small business owner with more than 15 years of experience in retail and e-commerce. He is the owner of Be Charmed, an independent gift shop in Medfield, Massachusetts, where he has spent almost a decade ... more
For more than 22 years, Barbara Mooney has been building Daisy’s Mercantile in Alameda, California, into a retail experience rooted in creativity, storytelling, and discovery. Now, her daughter Jillian is bringing her own perspective to the family bu... more
Owner/Interior Designer Christina Van Blake is a prominent designer serving the Maine and NH Seacoast area for over 22 years. Christina truly enjoys her work, her clients and design of all kinds. Her enthusiasm for the art of this business ensures ea... more
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I just listened to episode 244 with Emily Brooker and I found the episode delightful! I'm so glad that Michelle recognizes how Emily's unique approach and thoughtful service to her customers and community are worth sharing with others. I also loved the advice Emily shared from a first date, who told her that if she wasn't unique that she deserved to go out of business. Wow! I'm grateful for Emily, and all the delightful humans out there, who bring realness, humor, and make shopping feel less li... more
I can’t get enough of this podcast! As the owner of two magical, eclectic shops, I love creating store displays. And Michelle shares so much inspiration and information. I love this podcast so much! Thank you, Michelle
Michelle really knows retail and her respect and caring for retailers really shines through!
No fluff and just realness. Thank you Michelle for these honest conversations!
Getting the opportunity to be interviewed by Michelle for the podcast was an honor. I love being around other retailers/ wholesalers who are passionate about what we do, and having her share that with others is amazing! When we all work to support each other everyone wins!
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This show centers on practical retail storytelling, emphasizing hands-on tactics for brick-and-mortar and multi-location shops. Episodes frequently cover merchandising, visual display, open-to-buy strategies, store operations, staff culture, and community engagement, often with a candid, no-fluff approach. A standout thread is the emphasis on human-centric, tangible retail experiences—from immersive in-store storytelling and holiday displays to lean budgeting and data-informed buying—helping listeners translate ideas into actionable improvements for real-world storefronts and showrooms.
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Recent guests on The Retail Whisperer include:
1. Matt Triest
2. Barbara Mooney
3. Jillian Mooney
4. Christina Van Blake
5. Allison Levy
6. Sara Stein
7. Leslie Firkins
8. Kate Kauffman
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