Best Lebow Podcasts (2024)

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Reimagining Retail: The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List (April) | Apr 24, 2024 28:38

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On today's podcast episode, we discuss the unofficial list of the most interesting retailers for the month of April. Each month, our analysts Arielle Feger, Becky Schilling, and Sara Lebow (aka The Committee) put together a very unofficial list of the top eight retailers they're watching based on which are making the most interesting moves: Who's l…

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Reimagining Retail: How to Reduce Friction at the Point of Sale and Predictions for the Future of Retail Payments | Apr 17, 2024 24:37

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the main friction points at the point of sale and potential sticking points to adopting easier payment systems. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us four spicy predictions about the future of retail payments. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts a…

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Reimagining Retail: The Beauty Path to Purchase and How Social Media Trends Have Influenced Beauty Products and Marketing | Apr 10, 2024 23:43

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the role of the store for the beauty space, Walmart's involvement in this product category, and how TikTok is changing things. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top three social media trends that have influenced beauty products and how they're marketed. J…

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Reimagining Retail: Where In-Store Retail Media is Headed and Activations That Are Moving The Needle | Apr 3, 2024 22:24

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss in-store retail media: what's holding it back, cooler screens and smart carts impact, and what digital advertising looks like outside the store. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top three activations in retail media. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she ho…

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Reimagining Retail: The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List (March) | Mar 27, 2024 27:03

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On today's podcast episode, we discuss the unofficial list of the most interesting retailers for the month of March. Each month, our analysts Arielle Feger, Becky Schilling, and Sara Lebow (aka The Committee) put together a very unofficial list of the top eight retailers they're watching based on which are making the most interesting moves: Who's l…

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Real Conversation w/Richard Mekdeci 1:23:33

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When this singer/songwriter moved from Nashville to Unity Village just outside of Kansas City, he was just getting started. As the president and co-founder of Empower Music and Arts and the Empower Music Festival, he created a communal experience in support of Posi musicians that is fast approaching its third decade. Still a troubadour at heart, no…

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Reimagining Retail: The Most—and Least—Important Takeaways From Shoptalk 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 20:05

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On today's podcast episode, we're at Shoptalk 2024 discussing the main takeaways, the best side conversations and booths, and the discussed trends we don't see coming to fruition. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts chief content officer Zia Daniell Wigder and analyst Jasmine Enberg, who were both at this year's conference. Follow us on Instag…

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Reimagining Retail: Walmart—The Purchase of Vizio, Why It Needs More Stores, and What The Retail Giant Will Do Next | Mar 13, 2024 20:54

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss Walmart's purchase of Vizio, its brick-and-mortar strategy, and whether they can attract more upper income shoppers. Then, in a mini "Shark Tank"-style segment, we predict what the next big move for Walmart will be. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts senio…

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Reimagining Retail: How the $100 Billion Resale Market is Evolving and What Retailers Should Be Thinking About | Mar 6, 2024 21:55

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how the resale market is evolving, why some retailers work with a third party instead of developing their own charitable programs, and the role of digital marketplaces in resale. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts vice president of content Suzy Davidkhania…

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Reimagining Retail: The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List (February) | Feb 28, 2024 29:19

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On today's podcast episode, we discuss the unofficial list of the most interesting retailers for the month of February. Each month, our analysts Arielle Feger, Becky Schilling, and Sara Lebow (aka The Committee) put together a very unofficial list of the top eight retailers they're watching based on which are making the most interesting moves: Who'…

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Reimagining Retail: How AI Can Help with Hyperpersonalization and Promising Examples of AI in Retail | Feb 21, 2024 22:50

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss what AI can do for retail, who the biggest players are, and if hyperpersonalization is something people even want. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank four promising examples of AI in retail. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts vice president of content Su…

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Real Conversation w/ Bodhi Starwater Setchko 1:42:42

2M ago1:42:42

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Bodhi Starwater Setchko is a sound healer, musician, author, songwriter, composer, recording artist, producer, teacher, band leader, poet, speaker, workshop leader and creativity coach. At home on flute, piano, guitar, conch shell or turning an affirmation into a chant, Bodhi brings a genuine lightness of being to every concert and workshop setting…

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Reimagining Retail: How Different Buying Alcohol Is Online and How Consumption Habits Are Changing | Feb 14, 2024 24:05

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how buying alcohol online is different, what Uber’s shutdown of Drizly means for its retail media business, and how consumption habits are changing. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us four spicy predictions about the future of alcohol. Join our anal…

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Reimagining Retail: How Shopping on Our Mobile Devices is Changing and Why Car Commerce Actually Makes Sense | Feb 7, 2024 19:26

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss why folks are shopping more on their mobile devices and the role of mobile in-store. Then, for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us some spicy predictions about the future of mobile shopping. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Carina Perkins and…

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Reimagining Retail: The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List (January) | Jan 31, 2024 20:40

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On today's podcast episode, we launch our inaugural 'The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List' for January. Arielle, Becky, and Sara (a.k.a. The Committee) have put together a very unofficial list of 8 retailers they're watching right now, based on which retailers are making the most interesting moves this month. Who's launching new initiativ…

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Reimagining Retail: Retailers to Watch in 2024—Most Likely to Reinvent Itself, Go Viral, or Make It in Media | Jan 24, 2024 16:59

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Awards" segment, we discuss the retailers to watch out for in 2024 (superlatives edition). Find out which retailer will win most likely to need a makeover, most likely to reinvent itself, most likely to go viral, and more. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Arielle Feger and Zak Stambor. Fol…

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Reimagining Retail: The Most—and Least—Important Takeaways from NRF 2024 | Jan 17, 2024 21:38

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On today's podcast episode, we discuss this year's National Retail Federation event—the main takeaways, the best side conversations and booths, and the discussed trends we don't see coming to fruition. Join guest host Marcus Johnson as he speaks with our vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian, who was at this year's conference. Follow us on In…

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Reimagining Retail: Lessons from The 2023 Holiday Shopping Season and Some Way-Too-Early Predictions for The 2024 Holidays | Jan 10, 2024 21:18

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how the 2023 holiday shopping season really went, whether we've shaken the feeling that we're in a recession, and what this means for the start of this year. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us two spicy predictions about the 2024 holiday season and …

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Reimagining Retail: 2024 Retail Trends (Shark Tank style)—The In-Store Renaissance, Livestream Shopping, and Buying RMNs | Jan 3, 2024 22:56

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On today's podcast episode, we discuss the most important retail trends we're watching in 2024: How retailers will try to compete less with Amazon online, how China's influence will shake up online shopping in the US, and buying retail media networks. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian and analysts …

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Rob Port - WNBC Sing-Along - Local Advertising & Promotion - Maury Povich - Chevy Chase 2:01:57

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On this week's episode of "A Page in History," hear about WNBC's iconic holiday tradition, the talent and employee Sing-Along, plus a lot more! Our paths first crossed in a different lifetime; we'll discuss this trailblazing experience! He embarked on his journey as an NBC Page on the East Coast in 1989, marking the beginning of a long and fascinat…

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Reimagining Retail: 2023 Retail Awards—The Most Must-Visit Store, The Retailer You Need to Know, and The Comeback Story of The Year | Dec 20, 2023 28:31

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On today's podcast episode, we give out some 2023 retail awards for the most must-visit store, the company that came the closest to crashing and burning—only to course-correct at the last minute, the retailer you need to know, and the comeback story of the year. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian an…

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Judith Lupatkin Bernstein - Paul McCartney - Kenneth the Page Parcell - John Cena 1:10:01

4M ago1:10:01

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Get ready for a journey through the captivating life and incredible experiences of an East coast Page in the mid two thousands—a woman who has rubbed elbows with some of the biggest names in entertainment. Imagine having Paul McCartney serenade you in an elevator—well, our next guest not only lived it but managed to keep her composure. Starting her…

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Reimagining Retail: How retail data helps inform campaigns | Dec 13, 2023 23:11

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how purchase data can inform campaigns, the importance of real-time information, and what retail media networks are missing. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the most exciting retail media tech advances happening right now. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she…

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Doug Sivco - Bill Murray - Cheap Trick - Eddie Murphy 1:22:57

5M ago1:22:57

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Get ready for an extraordinary journey in today's episode of "A Page in History" and hear stories from the 1980s! Hear how our next guest made small talk with some lovely ladies and told them the Bandit would be by any minute. To his surprise, the one and only Burt Reynolds did make an appearance. Hear how our guest faced the amusing trials of inex…

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Reimagining Retail: What To Expect From The Rest Of The Holiday Season | Dec 6, 2023 23:31

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how the Thanksgiving numbers look, why folks are online shopping more this season, and where the ecommerce ceiling is. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us four spicy predictions about the remaining few weeks of holiday shopping. Join our analyst Sara…

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Ben Hoffman - Letterman & Live at Five - Schwarzenegger - Don Pardo 1:12:58

5M ago1:12:58

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Get ready to dive deep into a captivating episode of "A Page in History" that will transport you to the vibrant world of NBC in the late '80s. Ever wondered what it's like to be the barrier between David Letterman and a TV studio? Our guest not only had to stop the late-night legend from crashing the Live at 5 set but also witnessed a surprising tu…

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Reimagining Retail: The Changing Ways Gen Zers Are Shopping and 3 Campaigns That Really Worked With Them | Nov 29, 2023 24:03

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how Gen Zers discover products; where they stand on buy now, pay later; and how loyal they really are to brands. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank three campaigns that really worked with Gen Z. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analyst Arielle Feger an…

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Reimagining Retail: What’s Happening on TikTok Shop and How It Compares with Instagram’s Social Commerce | Nov 22, 2023 28:21

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss whether TikTok Shop will face the same challenges as Instagram's social commerce efforts, how much Amazon's partnership with Meta's social media platforms will affect TikTok, and if TikTok Shop is ruining TikTok. Then in a newish segment, "Loyalty Point, Counter…

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Reimagining Retail: US and UK Grocery Habits, Which Grocers Are Doing Digital Well, and Which Are Taking an Alternate Approach | Nov 15, 2023 24:40

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the differences between how US and UK consumers shop for groceries. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank two grocery stores doing digital well, two taking an alternate approach, and why both can work. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Blake Droes…

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Reimagining Retail: The Challenges of Impulse Purchases Online—and How to Incentivize Them | Nov 8, 2023 22:51

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how to define an impulse buy and some of the challenges in sparking them online. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank three suggestions for inspiring online impulse purchases. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analyst Arielle Feger and director of Briefin…

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Reimagining Retail: How Search is Changing How We Shop Today—and In the Future | Nov 1, 2023 25:03

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how retailers are staying ahead of the curve on search and also search within retail media. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us some spicy predictions about the future of search in retail. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analyst Sky Canaves …

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Reimagining Retail: Amazon’s Second Prime Day Event and How It Has Informed Our Predictions for the Holiday Season | Oct 25, 2023 23:09

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how Amazon's second Prime Day performed and whether it's really a holiday sale. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us some spicy predictions about the 2023 holiday season. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman an…

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Lesa Mattingly - Late 70’s - Robin Williams - Don Rickles 1:10:54

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On this episode of "A Page in History," this guest started her career as a West Coast Page in 1977. Her first job after training was working for Rowan and Martin on the iconic hit show 'Laugh-In.' She has an intriguing story to share about penguins, and it even involves the legendary Robin Williams. Through this memorable encounter, she forged a la…

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Reimagining Retail: The Genius of Costco and What It Can Do To Get The Naysayers to Come Back | Oct 18, 2023 22:13

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how Costco is getting on and the vision for the wholesale retailer in a crowded marketplace. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the two things Costco can take to the next level and two things it could do to get the naysayers to come back. Join our analyst Sara…

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Reimagining Retail: What’s Next for Amazon Fresh and Lessons on How Best to Compete with Walmart | Oct 11, 2023 20:50

7M ago20:50

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On today's episode podcast, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss why Amazon is struggling to get Amazon Fresh off the ground, what it has going for it, and what would happen if Amazon broke out a separate subscription for grocery. Then for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the other players that could offer lessons on how Amazon Fre…

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Bob Barnard - Andy Kaufman - Desi Arnaz - Joan Rivers 2:17:14

7M ago2:17:14

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This guest embarked on his media journey as an NBC Page in the early 80s and has remained deeply entrenched in the industry ever since. His Page career has been peppered with riveting tales that are sure to captivate you. For example, we'll dive into the electrifying moment when Andy Kaufman made a surreal appearance on David Letterman's show, only…

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Reimagining Retail: What Makes You Need and Want to Visit a Store, and The Most Must-Visit Store Experiences | Oct 4, 2023 27:25

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss what makes people need to go into a store, what makes them want to go into a store, and the leading in-store pain points. Then for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top four must-visit store experiences. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves…

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Christian Bladt - Dennis Miller - Saturday Night Live’s 25 Anniversary - Rosie O’Donnell 2:02:35

7M ago2:02:35

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We are thrilled to introduce our next guest, who had the incredible opportunity to work on the Page Desk during Saturday Night Live's 25th Anniversary. He also collaborated with numerous cast members throughout his tenure, including iconic figures like Billy Crystal and Dennis Miller. In fact, he continued to work alongside them for nearly two deca…

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Reimagining Retail: The Digitization of the Store, Which Retailers are Leading the Charge, and Who Doesn’t Need To | Sep 27, 2023 23:58

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss what’s important in a good omnichannel experience, where in-store retail media is headed, and how stores can tailor experiential and experimental tech to build a more robust customer profile. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank two retailers that are doing stor…

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Doug LeBow - WWE - Madonna’s Kiss - Chris Farley 2:19:46

7M ago2:19:46

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On this episode of "A Page in History,” WWE, Madonna’s Kiss, Chris Farley, and more! Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for a scoop hotter than an NBC Page wearing their polyester pants in late summer! Our next guest may have shared a smooch with Madonna long before she made headlines at the MTV Video Music Awards! Then he'll talk about his memorable …

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Real Conversations w/ Gary Lynn Floyd 1:13:59

7M ago1:13:59

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Well-known and much loved in New Thought circles, on his latest album Gary Lynn Floyd pays homage to one of his songwriting inspirations and mentors, Harriett Schock. Schock made three albums for a major label in the 1970s, scoring gold and platinum awards for her Grammy-nominated "Ain't No Way to Treat a Lady". Gary combed through her catalog, pic…

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Reimagining Retail: How Digital Grocery Buyers Discover New Products and How Creator-Led CPG Brands Succeed | Sep 20, 2023 21:31

7M ago21:31

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how younger Gen Z consumers are most likely to discover grocery products, whether this new wave of celebrity-backed brands is different from previous ones, and what social media's role in all of this is. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the four elements a c…

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Vicky Stewart - Nickelodeon - Advertising & Promotion - Rockefeller Christmas Tree 1:45:24

7M ago1:45:24

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We have a genuinely remarkable guest whose journey through television and entertainment is extraordinary. Our guest will take us through her early days at WNBC local advertising and promotion, then later onto the Network and beyond! She'll share the excitement of being a talent escort for the iconic "Saturday Night Live," and she'll talk about the …

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Joe DeTullio - Set Design & Construction Saturday Night Live 2:58:48

8M ago2:58:48

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I'm an enthusiastic admirer of my upcoming guest, and I promise you're in for an extraordinary experience! This talented individual, along with his dedicated team, possesses a remarkable ability to transport audiences to diverse places, which all help to tell a story! His artistry entails the intricate design process and the profound responsibility…

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Reimagining Retail: How Standardization Can Unlock Retail Media Spend, and Retail Media Ad Buying Predictions | Sep 13, 2023 28:18

8M ago28:18

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how standardization can unlock retail media spend, when we are likely to see it, and where the future of targeting is headed. Then for "Red-Hot Retail," our analysts give us some spicy predictions about the future of retail media ad buying. Join our analyst Sara…

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Reimagining Retail: What to Look Out for This Holiday Season, Who Will Do Well, and Why | Sep 6, 2023 22:23

8M ago22:23

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss what we are paying close attention to this holiday season, how much more the holiday season has been pulled forward, and besides being earlier than everyone else, which holiday strategies will work? Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank one projected winner and o…

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Reimagining Retail: TikTok for Toys, and How Brands are Driving Toy Sales Through Creative Marketing | Aug 30, 2023 25:45

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how toy brands are using TikTok as a marketing channel for children and adults alike, and how brands are making their toy stores more experiential to drive sales. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank toy brands whose creative marketing strategies are making thei…

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Reimagining Retail: Why Established Brands are Dominating D2C and Which Digital Natives are Primed for Success | Aug 23, 2023 32:32

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On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss what established brands have to gain by going D2C, the ways digitally native brands sell in brick-and-mortar stores, and how brands are maintaining a digitally native “identity” for marketing purposes while also going wholesale. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we r…

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Reimagining Retail: Online Grocery-Buying Habits, and Can Uber and DoorDash Push Further Into Grocery? | Aug 16, 2023 27:09

8M ago27:09

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On today's episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the changes in how US consumers buy groceries, strategies for building future growth in grocery, and who has the best shot at winning. Then in a newish segment, "Loyalty Point, Counter Point," we present arguments both in favor of and against Uber and DoorDash being abl…

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Dave Schiff (Part Two) - Law & Order - 3rd Rock from the Sun - LA Law 1:32:53

9M ago1:32:53

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In this installment of Part Two, which marks the celebratory continuation of our second season of "A Page in History," we delve further into our captivating dialogue with a wonderful Hollywood writer! From his early days as an NBC Page, selling tickets for the NBC Tour, he went on to superstardom to craft scripts for iconic shows like "3rd Rock fro…

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