Best Specialty Retail Podcasts (2024)

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Technician Flex - Episode 7 36:33

5h ago36:33

36:33

Today's episode begins with a question about servicing wheels. What are the steps needed to execute great service? If you would like your questions answered on the flex, you can write to the NBDA at any time with ANY questions about the bicycle service center, mechanics training, bicycle assembly, etc. Submit your questions and photos to heather@nb…

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REAL TidBits Series: Portfolio Oversight with Bill Bymel 25:00

1d ago25:00

25:00

This episode is your compass to navigate the complexities of loan portfolios, with insights that could shield banks from the stormy consequences of oversight neglect. Listen in as I unpack the urgent necessity for banks to bolster their oversight of commercial real estate loan portfolios and unlock the secrets of robust risk management in the ever-…

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Embracing Fun to Build Community in Retail (After the Show) 10:29

9h ago10:29

10:29

Welcome back to After the Show where we’re diving into the impact of adding more fun in your business. In our latest episode, I had a great conversation with Aimee Pelletier and Carly Stipe from Darn Knit Anyway, a store that’s redefining community connection and fun in retail. Aimee and Carly have really brought a playful energy to their store, an…

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Bosch Service and Training 49:50

3d ago49:50

49:50

This episode’s guests are Stephen “Phunky” Proffitt, eBike Technical Service Specialist at Bosch and Laura Montero, eBike Technical Product Specialist. Listen in and learn more about Bosch e bike systems, training, support, service opportunities, rider safety, secondhand market, leasing opportunities and more! Support the Show.…

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Crafting Community Through Classes with Darn Knit Anyway 36:51

3d ago36:51

36:51

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to cousins Aimee Pelletier and Carly Stipe, the team behind Darn Knit Anyway. Their yarn store offers everything from a thriving e-commerce platform to a makers' lounge, and various classes and events. This episode is all about community: how to build it, connect with it, and nurture it in meaningful ways. Aimee…

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 149 8:23

3h ago8:23

8:23

This week's Friday Retailer Flex topic is boosting online bicycle sales: strategies for retailers Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Decoding the Real Dynamics of Mortgage Banking with Industry Expert Richard Christopher Whalen 29:22

14h ago29:22

29:22

Ever wondered how the gears of mortgage banking truly operate behind the financial facade? Prepare to be enlightened as I bring you an exclusive chat with none other than Richard Christopher "Chris" Whalen, a vanguard in the financial sector whose career has been as varied as it is impressive. From his early days as a Volcker appointee to his pione…

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Investment Trends and Strategic Priorities in the Specialty Chemicals and Materials Industry 11:13

5h ago11:13

11:13

In today’s episode, we will focus on the influential trends and investment priorities shaping the specialty chemicals industry. Our subject matter experts will discuss the surge in innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability in the chemicals sector and highlight the strategic responses to recent industry challenges. Key points/topics cov…

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NBDA News Hour - May 2024 53:35

3h ago53:35

53:35

Every month we are joined by the team at Human Powered Solutions to review their Micromobility Reporter feature. This month's news hour focuses on economic news, safer batteries, in addition two bonus articles submitted by the HPS team. Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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EVOLVE 2024: Winning Strategies for Retail Success 36:11

11d ago36:11

36:11

We did it, we really did it! EVOLVE 2024 is now officially in the books, and what a ride it was. Today, I'm thrilled to take you behind the scenes of EVOLVE. In this episode, I'll be sharing some of the most memorable highlights that made this year's event truly special. EVOLVE isn't just an event—it's the result of months of planning and a commitm…

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 148 6:37

4h ago6:37

6:37

This week the team has tips for Bicycle Retailers to sell old inventory via their website! Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Secrets To Off-Price Going Online: Gaming Meets Shopping With Yaysay 27:55

2d ago27:55

27:55

In this episode of Retail Visionaries, we host Yaysay's Co-Founder & CEO, Lindsay Ferstandig, to chat about her latest venture into digital shopping. Yaysay marries the excitement off off-price treasure hunting with gamifying retail and luxury shopping. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to drive a personalized daily offering across cat…

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Investing in Innovation: Cryptocurrency's Influence and Buying Power in Retail and Real Estate with Bill Erbey 36:40

1h ago36:40

36:40

Could cryptocurrency be the new frontier for homeowners? Join us for another groundbreaking episode of Real Estate Lowdown, as we unlock the mysteries of cryptocurrency's impact on everything from your morning coffee to your first home with our returning guest; innovative entrepreneur, investor, and real estate titan Bill Erbey, founder of Ocwen Fi…

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The Power of Creating FOMO in Pop-Ups 11:32

15d ago11:32

11:32

We’re back for another After The Show to dive deep into the exciting world of pop-ups and pop-ins. In our latest episode, I was thrilled to host Allison Yee from Popping Up Next, where we explored all the nuances, logistics, and success stories surrounding these experiential retail strategies. Today, I'm excited to share with you my top takeaways a…

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Cycling to Success: How I Turbocharged Sales and Profits in My Bike Shop 46:58

2h ago46:58

46:58

This episode’s guest is Mickey O'Brien, the entrepreneurial force known as "Laid Back Mickey." He scaled his first bike shop to three locations in three years before founding a #1 cycle shop specializing in premium recumbent trikes. Through strategic marketing and unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction, Mickey drove unprecedented sales and …

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The Secrets of Successful Pop-Up Shops with Allison Yee 34:57

18d ago34:57

34:57

Have you ever considered the power of a pop-up shop to breathe new life into your retail store? Well, you're in for a treat because today we're joined by Allison Yee, the founder of UpNext. We're talking all about the untapped potential of pop-up shops and pop-in shops. Let’s explore how these temporary setups can be game-changers for testing new m…

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 147 6:43

1h ago6:43

6:43

Heather reviews tips for Bicycle Retailers to gain more social media followers. Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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The Unvarnished Truth of Transitioning from New Buyer to Property Investment Pro with Dani Hampton 52:26

7d ago52:26

52:26

When Dani Hampton, Team Lead at Hampton Group of Dallas-Fort Worth area, stepped onto the scene with her home buying story straight out of high school, it was clear that this was a tale not just about real estate, but about the resilience and adaptability required to thrive in it. In Dani's candid discussion on the Real Estate Lowdown, we peel back…

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Using Spontaneous Creativity in Your Marketing (After the Show) 13:44

21d ago13:44

13:44

This week I’m talking about episode 81 with Lori Foster where we talk all about using Facebook Lives to market her shop. She has such incredible results and the biggest secret to her success is that she has found a way to make it FUN for her. For Lori that means leveraging spontaneous creativity to create her daily live show. This idea might be ins…

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Scope 3 Emissions: A Strategic Imperative for Pharma Companies 19:08

2h ago19:08

19:08

In this episode of “Insight Exchange,” we explore the crucial role of Scope 3 emissions reduction in the pharmaceutical industry. Listen to L.E.K. Consulting experts Verena Ahnert and Max Cambras, who share their insights on the significance of Scope 3 emissions, the current state of commitments in pharma and how emissions reduction is both a strat…

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Liza Amlani: Retailing and Marketing Your Optical 16:18

8d ago16:18

16:18

Opticals combine providing medically necessary eyewear and fashion. So WO turned to Liza Amlani, principal and founder of Retail Strategy Group, to ask if there are missed opportunities in retailing and marketing opticals. In the first of this two-part podcast, she suggests optometrists and opticians can think outside of the box, especially in term…

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Making 2-Wheel Electric Mobility Accessible to Everyone 44:07

7d ago44:07

44:07

This episode’s guest is Alessandro Pregel, sourcing lead, Upway. Upway is building the largest marketplace for reconditioned e-bikes, making electric mobility more affordable and reducing waste-helping retailers move product, with a mission to make 2-wheel electric mobility accessible to everyone. Listen and learn more about Upway, how they are wor…

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Leveraging Facebook Live for Retail Success with Lori Foster of The Dressing Room 43:07

26d ago43:07

43:07

Lori Foster has mastered the art of engaging with customers through Facebook Live. Lori shares her journey into live streaming during the pandemic, emphasizing its significant impact on sales and customer connection. She offers insights on how she plans content, engages viewers, and converts live sessions into sales without relying on e-commerce pl…

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 146 7:30

20d ago7:30

7:30

This Friday Flex is Tips for Bicycle Retailers to Optimize Their Website! Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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What's Next For Digital Health With Omada Health's Sean Duffy 36:34

11d ago36:34

36:34

Recorded on 04/19/24 In this episode we’ll be talking about what’s next for digital health, which started emerging in the mid-2010s as a way to provide new ways to access care using a digital first approach, disrupting the traditional care model that was episodic in nature to move toward a care model that was more continuous. A lot has changed over…

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InstaLend: the Architect of Alternative Lending with Saurabh Shah 29:08

14d ago29:08

29:08

NYU alumnus and co-founder of InstaLend Corporation, Saurabh Shah, takes us on a fascinating journey from the vibrant heart of Mumbai to the financial pulse of Wall Street, where he's shaking up the real estate lending scene; being recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. on the INC 5000 list and providing thousands of real es…

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What We Focus on Expands (After the Show) 11:32

29d ago11:32

11:32

This week my goal was to help ease your mind when it comes to any worries you may have around the economy, the fact that it's an election year, and that the cost of goods has increased. Paul Erickson was a perfect guest because he has so much experience and has watched these cycles in retail. He offers so much valuable advice. My biggest takeaway f…

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We Ship. You Ride. Bikeflights. 41:44

13d ago41:44

41:44

This episode’s guest is William Alcorn, President (and Founder) and Sue George, Vice President from Bikeflights. We discuss how trends in our industry affect the Bikeflight's business and how their crew stays nimble to provide great service as a mediary. Support the show Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Growing Your Retail Store in Economic Uncertainty with Paul Erickson 47:13

1M ago47:13

47:13

Today, we've got an episode that's perfect for anyone feeling the weight of economic uncertainty, the buzz of an election year, or the pinch of rising prices. If you've been wondering how to navigate these turbulent waters and ensure your store not only survives but thrives, then you’re going to love this conversation. Joining us today is Paul Eric…

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Retail Design Flex - Episode 9 1:03:58

1M ago1:03:58

1:03:58

This week on our Retail Design Flex we cover fixtures and merchandising. Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Franchise Fortune Formula: the Keys to Building Your Empire with Bob Bernotas 30:55

1M ago30:55

30:55

If you're considering franchising as an addition to your investment portfolio, then this episode of the Real Estate Lowdown is just what you need to hear. Join me as I sit down with the insightful Bob Bernotas, President of FranchiseWithBob.com, to discuss the intricacies and opportunities within the franchising industry. Venture with us into the f…

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Leveraging Your Creativity in Retail (After the Show) 10:05

1M ago10:05

10:05

In this episode of 'After the Show,' I am going to dive into my key takeaways from my discussion with Kareen Walsh. I first want to talk about what it might mean if you have an 'exit strategy' mindset even if not planning to exit. But what I really wanted to focus on is the unmatched advantage of creativity in independent retail against giants like…

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Navigating US Packaging Trends: The Current Opportunities for Brand Owners 36:52

12d ago36:52

36:52

In this discussion, we dive into the world of brand packaging, examining the responses from a thorough survey amongst over 400 brand managers. The episode is led by the expertise of L.E.K. Consulting managing directors Thilo Henkes, Jon Moss and Jeff Cloetingh, as well as Roger Zellner, who analyze the balancing act between innovative packaging sol…

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Ditching the 9-to-5 to Launch a Coffee Roasting & Retail Business with Mable & Ming - Moonwake Coffee 1:13:44

30d ago1:13:44

1:13:44

In this episode of the Coffee is Me podcast, Valerian interviews Mabel and Ming from Moonwake Coffee. They discuss their first sip of coffee, their professions, and why they decided to start a coffee company. They also talk about the meaning behind the name Moonwake and their sales channels, including direct-to-consumer, farmers markets, and wholes…

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Retailer Spotlight - Bicycle Ranch Tucson 51:20

1M ago51:20

51:20

This episode’s guest is our friend Steve Morganstern, owner at Bicycle Ranch Tucson. We talk leveraging brand and awards to tell customers the story of “why us,” discuss the changing market and how shops can succeed with the right tools. In addition, we cover unique strengths of their team and one’s other retailers can pick up to have the same 10 y…

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Build a Business and Life You Love with Kareen Walsh 40:15

1M ago40:15

40:15

Are you ready to learn how to craft a business and a life that you truly love? Well, today, we're diving deep into just that with the incredible Kareen Walsh. She’s a friend and mentor who has mastered the art of building a business while staying true to herself. Kareen's evolution from a people-pleaser to seven-figure business builder is truly ins…

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 145 7:22

1M ago7:22

7:22

This week's Flex focuses on solving unmet customer needs. Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Dr. Caitlin Reghetti: Supporting Patient Education With a Great Design 20:52

18d ago20:52

20:52

Several years ago, Caitlin Reghetti, OD, merged her interests in patient education with her skills for design and explaining things clearly. Believing that great design reinforces the quality content that doctors provide to patients, she branched out into a design business--DrReghettidesigns.com. Here, other eye care professionals can select forms,…

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Crisis to Clarity: Real Estate's Turbulent Past to Transformative Decade with Spencer Lee 24:17

29d ago24:17

24:17

Join me as I sit down with my good friend Spencer Lee, co-founder and Managing Member of Redhawk Research LLC, a leading data analytics and technology firm, to reminisce about the chaotic days of the Great Financial Crisis. Our candid discussion peels back the layers of the housing market's tumultuous past. We share gripping stories from the field,…

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Why you should use affiliate marketing in your store (After the Show) 13:41

1M ago13:41

13:41

Are you doing anything with affiliate marketing? Have you heard of affiliate marketing? Have you done any research thinking it could help drive traffic to your store? Or maybe you’ve done nothing at all, maybe you can’t see how affiliate marketing is going to help your brick-and-mortar store. Give me a chance to show you how it can work and why its…

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Bentonville Bike Fest / NBDA Retailer Summit - See you there! 36:38

20d ago36:38

36:38

This episode’s guest is Kenny Belaey. Founder of Bentonville Bike Fest. I was excited to have Kenny on the show again to talk about how the festival has grown, what to expect for 2024,and the years to come. The Bentonville Bike Fest is happening just days after the NBDA Retailer Summit. Giving retailers and suppliers a chance to spend multiple days…

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Affiliate Marketing Secrets for Independent Retailers with Wade Tonkin 53:11

2M ago53:11

53:11

Affiliate marketing isn't just for the big players. It's a powerful tool that can help grow your e-commerce business and open doors to new revenue streams without the hassle of more inventory. But if you're new to the concept or unsure if it's right for you, don't worry. Today, I'm joined by Wade Tonkin, a seasoned expert with over 25 years in the …

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The Friday Retailer Flex - Episode 144 8:42

24d ago8:42

8:42

Our Friday Flex this week is about rider experience. Support the Show.By National Bicycle Dealers Association

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Specialty Pharmacy’s Role In The Future With Dr. Surya Singh 46:08

28d ago46:08

46:08

Recorded on 03/28/24 Specialty drugs, which are typically composed of large molecules that need to be injected or infused, as a category, represent roughly 50% of pharma spending today and continues to increase. And unlike more traditional medications that people pick up at their local pharmacy, specialty pharmacies emerged along the way to dispens…

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Road to $2.3 Billion: the Lending Blueprint for Investing Success with Brandon Campbell 26:36

2M ago26:36

26:36

Brandon Campbell, Senior Sales Manager at Lima One Capital, joins me on this episode of the Real Estate Lowdown to talk about a company with a remarkable origin story that showcases the entrepreneurial spirit of two former infantry marines. Their vision has propelled Lima One Capital from a modest operation in Atlanta to a staggering $2.3 billion e…

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Achieving Expected Value in M&A – The Integration Triangle 21:35

2M ago21:35

21:35

Throughout this episode, our experts will discuss the intricacies of merging and acquiring businesses and the importance of the Integration Triangle, a framework we have developed to ensure successful outcomes. Host Cristina Barquero is joined by Phil Roux, a partner with 20 years of experience in M&A, and Tom Marshall, a principal in L.E.K. Consul…

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YouTube and Bicycles? We Know a Guy. 49:39

27d ago49:39

49:39

Justin Bolinger is no stranger to bike shop life. Ever since his parents opened a shop in the 1980's, his love of cycling has grown. Now, over 30 years later, he shares his years of expertise and passion through his YouTube channel I Know A Guy Bicycles. The Guy's YouTube channel continues to gain traction for his industry commentary, mechanic expe…

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Glowing With The New Glossier 27:47

1M ago27:47

27:47

Recorded on 03/21/24 In this episode, we host Glossier's CEO, Kyle Leahy, to discuss the brand's core strengths in the competitive beauty market. We believe Glossier is changing the world of beauty through iconic products and embracing community and inclusivity. Glossier started as Into The Gloss, a beauty website and community devoted to sharing r…

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Social Media Strategies to Drive More Foot Traffic with Steph Bechard 55:27

2M ago55:27

55:27

Today, we're diving deep into social media and how it can drive meaningful foot traffic to your store. I'm thrilled to be joined by our digital strategist at Crystal Media, Steph Bechard. With over six years of experience in building online communities and skyrocketing engagement for retailers, Steph brings a ton of knowledge to the table. As the d…

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