Retailistic
129 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 24 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsJoin Deborah Weinswig of Coresight Research as she hosts discussions on a range of topics at the intersection of retail and technology.
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Back to School Retail Trends and Strategies - How to Score an A+ this Shopping Season
July 12, 2023 02:08 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBJoin Coresight Research analysts Primel Konok and Owen Riley on the latest episode of Retaili$tic as they uncover the dynamics and trends of the back-to-school season, as well as retail strategies for the season. They also explore the macro trends driving consumer spending and evolving shopping channels and present insights into consumer behavior. Listen to discover which retail categories are expected to see a surge in spending and gain an understanding of the competitive advantages of top r...
The Art of Cultivating Company Culture
July 04, 2023 21:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBJoin Deborah and special guest Mortimer Singer, Co-Managing Partner at Traub Capital Partners, on this captivating episode of Retaili$tic. Gain invaluable insights into the world of consumer tech investments and discover how Traub's background has influenced their investment approach. Hear Singer's evolving outlook for the latter half of 2023 and explore the concept of measuring return on culture and learn practical methods for developing a thriving company culture. Tune in to this engaging d...
The Past and Future of Retail Loss Prevention
June 27, 2023 23:40 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, join Deborah Weinswig and Professor Charles Haseman, Director of RISE at UT Dallas, as they delve into the past and future of retail loss prevention, exploring various topics, including organized retail crime, brand protection, cyber protection and fraud. Discover how retailers are adopting generative AI (artificial intelligence) and loss-prevention strategies while remaining focused on emerging technologies and the evolving shopping habits of different generat...
Retail Theft Unveiled: RFID, Video Surveillance & Beyond
June 20, 2023 22:17 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBOn this week's episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah Weinswig and John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research at Coresight Research, dive deep into the world of retail theft and explore the cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing loss prevention. They are joined by Ned McCauley, Director, Smart Sensor Technology, at Sensormatic Retail Solutions, to discuss the latest trends in loss prevention, the transformative role of item tags, such as RFID tags, and how video surveillance compl...
The State of Retail Loss Prevention and the Path to a Better Future
June 13, 2023 22:59 - 37 minutes - 34 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Read Hayes, Director of the Loss Prevention Research Council and Research Scientist at the University of Florida, for an enlightening discussion on the current state of retail loss prevention and its future. They cover a wide range of topics, including a recap of the NRF Protect conference, the role of facial recognition technology, the best technologies for loss prevention and how to effectively utilize them, the dynamics of the landlord-t...
Generative AI in Retail: Exploring Innovations and Use Cases
June 06, 2023 21:15 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBJoin Primel Konok, a retail technology analyst at Coresight Research, in this episode of Retaili$tic as we explore the captivating world of generative AI and its impact on the retail industry. Discover diverse generative AI applications beyond ChatGPT, from creating realistic images with DALL·E 2 to building personalized recommendations with NeMo. The episode also touches on updates in the field, evolving consumer attitudes and the potential for automated customer service and 3D product visua...
Embracing Transformation: The Shifting Dynamics of Entertainment, Retail and Office Spaces
May 30, 2023 23:42 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, host Deborah Weinswig is joined by James Cook, Americas Director of Retail Research at JLL. The pair begin the episode with a brief recap of ICSC Las Vegas 2023 before diving into the impact of streaming platforms on movie theaters, the future of malls in the digital age and the evolving nature of office environments, including remote work trends and innovative workspace designs. For more information and research on these topics, head to coresight.com!
Unleashing the Potential of Retail Media
May 23, 2023 22:30 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBJoin host Deborah Weinswig on this episode of Retaili$tic as she explores the captivating world of retail media with RJ Hottovy of Placer.ai and Daniel Rodden of Coresight Research. In this episode, they explore the booming realm of retail media networks (RMNs) and their profound impact on digital advertising. Discover how first-party consumer data serves as the foundation for retail media, and learn how to navigate the changing RMN landscape. Tune in to this episode to unlock the potential o...
Unforgettable Moments and Expert Insights: Shoptalk Europe 2023 Recap
May 17, 2023 00:27 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah welcomes Ben Miller, Director of Original Content at Shoptalk, for an engaging and insightful recap of Shoptalk Europe 2023. Together, they delve into their most impactful takeaways from the event, highlight their favorite sessions and share intriguing stories of unexpected encounters. Don't miss out on this captivating discussion! Head to coresight.com to read our Shoptalk Europe 2023 recap reports.
Unlocking the Power of CDPs in Retail
May 09, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Amit Venugopal, MD at VASS, to discuss customer data platforms (CDPs) and how they are revolutionizing retail. CDPs are the ultimate tool for understanding and engaging customers, but how can retailers utilize their capabilities? Deborah and Amit discuss data clouds, retail media and everything in between! Head to coresight.com for more information.
Ageless Beauty: How the Beauty and Wellness Industry Can Better Serve the 50+ Woman
May 03, 2023 00:53 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe Retaili$tic podcast is back this week with another episode hosted by Primel Konok, who is joined by Marie Driscoll, Managing Director of Beauty and Luxury at Coresight Research. The pair discuss the impact of recent economic conditions on the beauty industry, as well as industry trends and the rise of self-care and product personalization and customization. The data discussed in this episode comes from our recent report, "The 50+ Woman: What She Needs from the Beauty and Wellness Industry...
Earth Day and Sustainability in the Retail World
April 25, 2023 21:50 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok hosts Coresight Research Senior Analyst Sunny Zheng for a conversation on Earth Day and sustainability. The pair discuss the significance of Earth Day, how brands and retailers can increase their sustainability efforts and the potential benefits of corporate social responsibility in terms of top- and bottom-line growth. For more information, head to coresight.com.
Dressing for the Future: Navigating the Evolving US Dresswear Market
April 18, 2023 19:45 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Sunny Zheng, a Senior Analyst at Coresight Research, discusses the future of dresswear, smart-casual and occasion-based apparel in the US after a year of strong demand revival. This episode is based on a recent report, US Dresswear Retailing: Sales To Dwindle in 2023 as Pent-Up Demand Fades, which you can find on coresight.com.
Generative AI and ChatGPT: A Retaili$tic Perspective
April 11, 2023 23:22 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok, a retail technology analyst at Coresight Research, explores the topic of generative artificial intelligence (AI), discussing how retailers can utilize ChatGPT and other generative AI platforms to improve business efficiency, innovation and creativity. Head to coresight.com to read the full report, ChatGPT and Generative AI: Five Things Retailers Should Know.
Shoptalk 2023 Recap: Key Insights, Surprising Discoveries and What’s Next
April 05, 2023 00:34 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBDeborah is joined by Shoptalk's Director of Original Content, Ben Miller, and Coresight Research analyst Primel Konok in this episode of Retaili$tic. Together, they recap the highlights of Shoptalk 2023, including keynote presentations and a couple surprising twists, as well as what attendees can expect from upcoming events, such as Shoptalk Europe and Shoptalk Chicago. For more research on Shoptalk 2023, visit coresight.com.
Shop or Drop: Current Macroeconomics and Retail
March 28, 2023 20:59 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBOn this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok, Analyst at Coresight Research, sits down with John Harmon, Managing Director at Coresight Research, to discuss recent macroeconomic developments and their effect on the retail landscape. Topics include inflation, interest rates, the SVB collapse, retail sales data, consumer health and predictions for the future.
Shoptalk 2023: Lessons from the Past and Recommendations for the Future
March 21, 2023 23:43 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThis episode is a must-listen for anyone heading to Las Vegas for Shoptalk 2023 next week! Deborah is joined by Marie Driscoll, John Harmon, and Charlotte Rothschild, members of the Coresight Research team. Together, the group dives into all things Shoptalk, including our recent Shoptalk Preview report, out now on coresight.com.
US Grocery Retail: Recessions, Inflation and Supply Chains, Oh My!
March 15, 2023 00:30 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Andy Harig from food industry association FMI to discuss smart labels, personalization, sustainability, supply chains, loyalty and so much more! Read the full report, produced in partnership with FMI, on coresight.com.
Shein in Fast Fashion
March 08, 2023 00:53 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBShein gained ground as a leading player in the fast-fashion market in 2022, and Coresight Research believes that the company is well positioned to expand in 2023. On this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah dives into Shein with Coresight Research Analyst Anand Kumar and discusses the retail space in general.
Bed Bath and Gone
February 28, 2023 22:47 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week, Deborah is joined by two Coresight Research Associates, Royce Baretto and Daniel Rodden. Together, they dive into Bed Bath & Beyond’s recently announced store closures, the areas that will feel the greatest impact and which companies could benefit from the closures. For more details, head to coresight.com.
The Innovator Matrix
February 21, 2023 23:15 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBOn this week’s episode, Deborah is joined by Primel Konok and Steven Winnick of Coresight Research to discuss the recently launched, Innovator Matrix series. The first report, which explores US last mile delivery, evaluates obstacles retailers are facing in the last mile, and identifies the top private last-mile delivery technology providers based on Level of Innovation and Market Potential. Read the full report on Coresight.com.
Valentine's Day Special
February 14, 2023 22:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBJohn Mercer, Global Head of Research at Coresight Research, joins Deborah this week for a special Valentine’s Day episode! John and Deborah dive into consumer spending from 2022 and consumer plans for Valentine’s Day 2023. Head to Coresight.com to check out the full Consumer Tracker Report, along with other reports mentioned in this episode.
Next Generation Retail
February 07, 2023 21:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week on Retaili$tic, host Deborah Weinswig and special guest Renee Hartmann discuss their new book, Next Generation Retail. The co-authors dive into what inspired them to write the book, their favorite chapters and how the book can benefit you and your organization! Purchase a copy now via your retailer of choice!
NRF 2023—Retail’s Big Show Recap
February 01, 2023 00:20 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBSunny Zheng, Apparel and Footwear Analyst at Coresight Research, joins Adeline Devers for a deep dive into NRF 2023. To read the #free reports on NRF 2023 go to coresight.com.
CES 2023—All Wrapped Up
January 25, 2023 01:40 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBJohn Harmon, Managing Director of Retail Technology Research at Coresight Research, joins Adeline Devers for a series of rapid-fire questions about his CES 2023 experience in this short-but-sweet episode. To read John’s #free reports on CES 2023, head to Coresight.com.
Travel Retail and Beauty
January 14, 2023 01:35 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBAdeline Devers steps in for Deborah this week to interview Coresight's one and only Marie Driscoll. In this episode, Adeline and Marie chat about all things travel retail and beauty - inspired by Marie's recent report Three Things You Need To Know: Travel Retail and Beauty, live now on Coresight.com.
The Retailistic End of Year Extravaganza
January 02, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBRon Thurston | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rthurston/ April Sabral | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilsabral/ Nick McHenry | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickmchenry/ Liza Amlani | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizaamlani/
Special Guest Kit Campoy
December 26, 2022 06:40 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBKit Campoy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kit-campoy-abaa6021/
Special Guest Justin Honaman
December 19, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBDeborah welcomes consumer goods consultant and fellow podcaster Justin Honaman to the show to discuss their unique stories and starting to address some big problems in the retail industry.
Forces and Trends to Look Out for in 2023
December 12, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBDeborah and Andrew look at 5 forces and 5 trends ahead of the new year.
Special Guest Oren Paran
December 05, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBOren Paran joins Deborah and Andrew for a lively discussion on retail innovation solutions with a focus on Israel.
A Look At The Year Ahead with Philip Moore
November 28, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBCoresight's Phillip Moore returns for a one-on-one chat with Deborah about the holiday season, sustainability, and 2023 prospects.
Special Guest Assaf Baciu
November 21, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBCoresight's Philip Moore swaps in for Andrew this week to join forces with Deborah as they interview Assaf Baciu about what Persado is doing with generative AI and language.
Special Guest Royce Baretto
November 14, 2022 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBAndrew is joined by Royce Baretto of Coresight Research this week to discuss the home and home improvement sector.
Special Guest Sophie Abrahamsson
November 07, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBDeborah hosts solo this week and discusses livestreaming with Sophie Abrahamsson of Bambuser.
An Andrew Rant Halloween Special
October 31, 2022 22:19 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBHappy Halloween! Andrew is rolling solo this week to rant about spooky topics like frontline team member pay versus CEO pay, Bed, Bath, and Beyond, Kanye and more.
Holiday Season Begins
October 24, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBDeborah and Andrew are back and it’s time to talk holiday season and more!
Special Guest Liza Amlani
October 17, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThis week Andrew speaks to the impressive Liza Amlani about the six core principles of "Product Creation By Subtraction" and all things merchandising.
Special Guest Philip Smiley
October 10, 2022 04:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBDeborah and Andrew speak to Phil Smiley to get a cross-border retail perspective, especially focused on China, as well as some bonus guinea pig content.
Special Guests Nick McHenry and Adam Davis
October 03, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBAndrew discusses retail startup technology with Nick McHenry and Adam Davis.
Groceryshop 2022
September 26, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBDeborah is flying solo this week after four days in Las Vegas with Groceryshop going through some of the highlights, lowlights, and everything in between.
Tech, Retail and Design come together at New York Fashion Week
September 19, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBDeborah and Andrew discuss how tech, retail and design come together at New York Fashion Week, as well as sustainability and Australian innovation.
Special Guests Ned Hayes and Ashley Coates
September 12, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBAndrew Smith is joined by Ned Hayes and Ashley Coates from SnowShoe. They are also co-hosts of the podcast Spark Plug where they talk about the intersection of business and technology.
Live Streaming and Payments
September 07, 2022 03:05 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBDeborah is solo this week breaking down live streaming and payments in the current retail landscape.
Special Guests April Sabral and Ron Thurston
August 29, 2022 08:07 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBAndrew is solo this week and joined by fellow retail influencers April Sabral and Ron Thurston to talk about their current happenings and past experiences on the retail front line.
Earnings Reports, Meme Stocks, and beyond
August 22, 2022 05:03 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBDeborah and Andrew cover an action packed week in retail news including earnings reports, supply chain, stock market volatility, and more.
Sustainability and Special Guest Steve Statler
August 15, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBDeborah and Andrew tackle retail news of the week, chat sustainability, and check in with Steve Statler, SVP of Marketing at Wiliot, to talk about new tech in the supply chain.
Special Guest Lori Schafer
August 08, 2022 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBDeborah and Andrew are joined by Lori Schafer, CEO of Digital Wave to talk retail tech, multichannel, metaverse, and beyond.
Special Guests Ray Riley and Rob Hoehn
August 02, 2022 06:21 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBAndrew is solo this week and is joined by friends from around the internet including Ray Riley, CEO at Progress Retail, and Rob Hoehn, CEO of IdeaScale to talk about innovation and events of the week.
Special Guest Rory Cutaia from Verb
July 25, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBAndrew Smith gets a chance to catch up with Rory Cutaia, CEO at Verb Technology Company, to talk about their plans for the future of live streaming and video based sales. Deborah joins to recap and preview upcoming shopping festivals and events.