Best Progressive Grocers Podcasts (2025)

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How UNFI Helps Its Partners Achieve Strategic Differentiation 18:41

9d ago18:41

18:41

UNFI executive Louis Martin joins the podcast to discuss strategic differentiation among the company's independent retailers, private label prowess and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Diving Deep Into AI at Food Retail 11:55

22d ago11:55

11:55

Jennifer Conklin from Capgemini joins the podcast to delve deep into AI applications at grocery, alternative revenue streams for food retailers, giving back to her community and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Retailer/Supplier Collaboration 5:40

1M ago5:40

5:40

Giant Co.'s chief merchant discusses true retailer/supplier collaboration and why it's so important in today's food retail ecosystem.By Progressive Grocer

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The 95-Year Magic of Publix 26:06

2M ago26:06

26:06

Maria Brous and Aissata Deme from Publix Super Markets join the podcast to discuss the food retailer's big milestone anniversary and much more.By Progressive Grocer

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Delivering Disaster Relief 16:37

2M ago16:37

16:37

The PG Today series kicks off with a topic that's especially relevant this time of year, as hurricane season arrives and wildfire risks ramp up. Bettina Stix, director of disaster relief, food security, and education at Amazon, joins the podcast to talk about disaster preparedness and how Amazon's unique and expansive logistical network is set up f…

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Community Marketing With Vallarta Supermarkets 14:18

3M ago14:18

14:18

Lizette Gomez, director of marketing at California-based Vallarta Supermarkets joins the podcast to talk community marketing, in-store advertising, mentorship and more.By Progressive Grocer

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The Rural Grocery Imperative 14:18

3M ago14:18

14:18

Food access is a major issue in this country, including many rural parts of the U.S. This week, PG talks to Rial Carver, a rural grocer extension specialist at K-State Extension and a program director at the Rural Grocery Initiative, to learn more about initiatives aimed at enhancing food security for underserved populations and addressing food des…

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How Customer Obsession Shapes Whole Foods' Marketing, Merchandising Strategies 17:42

4M ago17:42

17:42

Whole Foods CMO Sonya Gafsi Oblisk joins the podcast to share her extensive career journey in retail and marketing, the importance of customer obsession and how it shapes Whole Foods' strategies, and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Private Label Prowess with Misfits Market 27:35

4M ago27:35

27:35

Morgan Drummond from Misfits Market joins the podcast to discuss starting an own brand from scratch, leaning into sustainability, partnerships and much more.By Progressive Grocer

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How Amazon's Leadership Principles Apply to Grocery 29:13

5M ago29:13

29:13

Progressive Grocer chats with Meredith Bunche, head of growth and marketing at Amazon Fresh, about how the evolution of the shopper has fueled development, growth and change at that banner. She also shares how Amazon has become a grocery destination in many forms, based on shoppers’ familiarity with and trust with the overall brand that includes Am…

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The Heart of Cultivating Brands 26:39

5M ago26:39

26:39

By Progressive Grocer

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How Chips Ahoy! Reinvented Itself 14:47

6M ago14:47

14:47

Sabrina Sierant joins the podcast to talk about product and marketing innovation at Chips Ahoy!, a legacy brand under Mondelez International.By Progressive Grocer

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How Grocery Outlet's CMO Takes the Brand to New Markets 21:59

6M ago21:59

21:59

Grocery Outlet CMO Layla Kasha joins the podcast to discuss her career journey, how the food retailer shares its brand in new markets, why failing forward is important and more. Guest: Layla Kasha, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer at Grocery OutletBy Progressive Grocer

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The Power of Internal Messaging 19:09

7M ago19:09

19:09

Messaging is powerful in all forms, including communications with internal team members. Progressive Grocer talks with Teresa Tolentino, director, internal communications at The Save Mart Cos. about how creative tools like Break Room TV and tailored outreach programs elevate engagement for the betterment of employees and customers alike.…

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GenNext Winner Gets Real 16:39

7M ago16:39

16:39

In a first side-by-side podcast, Progressive Grocer (literally) sits down next to Katie Paul, SVP of merchandising at KeHE Distributors and a 2024 GenNext winner, to talk about how to break out as a young leader while also doing good for the world around you.By Progressive Grocer

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The Science Behind Retail Media Measurement 11:50

8M ago11:50

11:50

Albertsons Media Collective's new VP of Media & Measurement Liz Roche joins the podcast to talk about all things retail media, including the company's approach to the business, breaking down silos in measurement, her "board of directors" and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Community Spirit 19:05

8M ago19:05

19:05

Community outreach programs are at the heart of any grocery business. Progressive Grocer talks with TWIG Hall of Fame winner Mary Frances Trucco about her role in helping the 125-year-old Jewel-Osco banner improve the lives of people in its neighborhoods.By Progressive Grocer

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Secrets of Store Design 24:02

9M ago24:02

24:02

If surroundings are key to experience, good design attracts and welcomes shoppers throughout their in-store journey. Progressive Grocer talks with Elda Galvez, a senior design manager at H-E-B, and Carol Bartolo , a VP at BRR Architecture, about how H-E-B creates an appealing environment and how female architects and designers are shaping the futur…

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Trust in Merchandising 25:56

9M ago25:56

25:56

Progressive Grocer's Lynn Petrak talks with Tasha Tandy, VP of Merchandising for Breakfast, Baking and Commodities at Walmart, about how the retailer executes on its mission of feeding consumers in a financially responsible way, why supplier partnerships are crucial in that goal and how to share purpose outside of work.…

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The 411 on TWIG Nominations 13:48

10M ago13:48

13:48

Ashley Flower from The GIANT Company joins the podcast to chat about her experience with crafting top-notch Top Women In Grocery nominations, and also gives listeners advice about the process.By Progressive Grocer

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Challenges and Triumphs in the Egg Category 27:20

10M ago27:20

27:20

Emily Metz, president and CEO of the American Egg Board, joins the TWIG Podcast to discuss the organization, the rippling effects of avian influenza, consumer behavior and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Marketing a Mission-Driven E-Grocer 34:01

10M ago34:01

34:01

Thrive Market Chief Marketing Officer Amina Pasha joins Emily Crowe to talk about micro-influencers, an important anniversary campaign, marrying marketing with customer experience, the importance of mentorship and more.By Progressive Grocer

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The Keys to Store Manager Success 33:17

11M ago33:17

33:17

Progressive Grocer talks to 2024 TWIG winner Karla Quandt, district store director at Hy-Vee, about growth potential in the grocery industry, from teenage jobs through successive levels of leadership, and how to keep teams motivated.By Progressive Grocer

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Fostering the Future 26:47

11M ago26:47

26:47

Internships have come a long way in recent years, as students and organizations learn from each other. In this episode, Daymon's VP Christine Boenig and WMU food marketing student Avery Knoll talk about the valuable experience gained in such programs.By Progressive Grocer

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Modern Marketing in CPG 15:05

1y ago15:05

15:05

Shalini Stansberry joins the podcast to discuss marketing different consumer segments, Kinder Chocolate’s official U.S. launch, upcoming innovations from the chocolate company, mentorship and more.By Progressive Grocer

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A Trailblazer Talks Shared Paths 21:14

1y ago21:14

21:14

Progressive Grocer talks to the 2024 Top Women in Grocery Trailblazer award winner Lynette Ackley, Group VP at Meijer, about what it means to be a trailblazer today, and how the company culture has fostered mentorship throughout its 90-year history.By Progressive Grocer

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Making the Right Marketing Moves 16:08

1y ago16:08

16:08

Shipt Chief Marketing Officer Alia Kemet joins the podcast to discuss her love of retail, the importance of a social media strategy, marketing to customers where they are and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Finding Your Purpose in Grocery 26:46

1y ago26:46

26:46

What does it mean to be "purpose-driven'? In this episode, we talk with Jen Warner, president of Raley’s Family of Stores, and Chelsea Minor, VP community impact and public affairs at Raley’s, about how the grocer brings that term to life. They also discuss their respective paths in the industry, and how one grew up in the business and the other fo…

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Making a Social and Economic Impact 23:03

1y ago23:03

23:03

Shipt's VP of Economic and Social Impact Khadijah Abdullah joins the podcast to discuss her unconventional career journey, her work to combat food insecurity, what being a Top Woman In Grocery means to her and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Collaborating for Sustainability 32:11

1y ago32:11

32:11

Sometimes, grocers and their supplier partners have to roll up their sleeves and literally dig into new opportunities that enhance shopper choices and sustainability. In this podcast. Athena Petty of New Seasons Market and Jocelyn Bridson of Tillamook County Creamery Association talk about the power of partnerships and how to align environmental go…

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A Fresh Approach to Team Building 22:34

1y ago22:34

22:34

By Progressive Grocer

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Building the Right CPG Data 17:04

1+ y ago17:04

17:04

Laura Howell, chief data officer at consumer brands agency C.A. Fortune, joins the podcast to talk about optimizing the right data, key trends in the grocery and CPG space, volunteering to help women who have been through trauma re-enter the workforce, what it means to her to have been chosen as one of the 2024 Top Women In Grocery, and more.…

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Location, Location, Location 30:15

1+ y ago30:15

30:15

TWIG talks to Christina Minardi, Executive Vice President of Growth and Development for Whole Foods Market & Amazon and a past TWIG winner, about how the organization creates a unique shopping experience at its stores spread across diverse locales.By Progressive Grocer

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Putting People First 24:54

1+ y ago24:54

24:54

Nicole Zube, EVP and chief human resources officer at SpartanNash, joins this episode of TWIG Podcast to talk about the food solutions company’s “People first” approach. Nicole talks about its impressive strategy of investing in its own people, helping SpartanNash find great success in retaining associates at a time when many companies are struggli…

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Bringing Health & Well-Being to the Grocery Aisle 29:44

1+ y ago29:44

29:44

FMI's Krystal Register joins the TWIG Podcast to discuss her career journey, the importance of embedding registered dietitians in the grocery industry, lessons from her favorite mentor and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Publix and Its Good Neighbor Policy 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

26:47

Publix's focus on helping others started with founder George W. Jenkins and continues in earnest today, as employee-owners constantly give their time and talent to support communities. Maria Brous, director of media and community relations, joins the podcast to talk more giving heart efforts, including her own experiences in paying it forward.…

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The Value of Food 24:55

1+ y ago24:55

24:55

FMI's latest research shows that customers still love shopping for food, and FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin breaks it all down on this TWIG podcast.By Progressive Grocer

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Owning Your Space in Grocery 22:45

1+ y ago22:45

22:45

Progressive Grocer talks with Kasey Sheffer, a two-time TWIG winner and VP of Own Brands at Giant Eagle, Inc. about her non-traditional path to grocery retailing and how her background and mentor helped her become a leader in the fast-growing private label arena.By Progressive Grocer

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A Look at Today's Female Consumer 26:05

1+ y ago26:05

26:05

Communications expert and consultant Lisa Mabe joins the podcast to discuss shopper research, today’s female consumers, her foray into U.S. market tours for international grocers and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Telling an Imperfect Story at Misfits Market 25:06

1+ y ago25:06

25:06

Kelly Nigh, chief merchandising officer at Misfits Market and Imperfect Foods joins the podcast to discuss the power of e-commerce product storytelling, innovating within private label, her career journey as a woman in both tech and grocery, and more.By Progressive Grocer

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When DTC Enters the Grocery Channel 24:17

1+ y ago24:17

24:17

Daily Harvest's Annie Streit joins the TWIG Podcast to discuss the company’s expansion into the grocery channel, her career progression, her pioneering journey into remote work and much more.By Progressive Grocer

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Where Passion Meets Food Access 25:33

1+ y ago25:33

25:33

In this podcast, Progressive Grocer talks with Nancy Dalton, head of community experience and customer marketing for Amazon Access about how to drive systemic change in food access, through listening, engagement and passion.By Progressive Grocer

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Yes, Bring Your Whole Self to Work 28:00

1+ y ago28:00

28:00

Mary Moorkamp, Chief Legal and External Affairs Officer and Corporate Secretary for Schnuck Markets, Inc. and Stacy Brandt, Vice President of Operations for Schnucks, are passionate about not having a piecemeal approach to work and life. In this podcast, they share ways that messiness in their lives has made them more resourceful -- and good leader…

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Grocery Through a Designer's Eye 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

29:08

An interview with Rosalind Campbell, a 2023 TWIG winner who uses her design background to create beautiful store and corporate officer environments.By Progressive Grocer

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The Strength of Storytelling 30:31

1+ y ago30:31

30:31

Giant Food's brand strategy director -- and 2023 GenNext winner -- Kate Kowalzik joins the podcast to share how authentic storytelling differentiates a hyper-local grocery brand and why grace is important in collaborative leadership.By Progressive Grocer

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Bringing Back the Art of the Deal 30:16

2y ago30:16

30:16

Flashfood's new chief customer officer discusses honing the company's new visual identity, the intersection of B2B and B2C, the art of a great deal and more.By Progressive Grocer

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The Power of Shopper Education 18:07

2y ago18:07

18:07

Earth Fare is on a mission to help educate its shoppers about the benefits of eating natural and organic foods, and Laurie Aker, the grocer's director of marketing, joins the TWIG Podcast to discuss its focus on education, a new partnership, and her unique career journey into food retail.By Progressive Grocer

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Going Behind TWIG 18:15

2y ago18:15

18:15

Progressive Grocer Managing Editor Bridget Goldschmidt and Senior Editor Lynn Petrak join the podcast to discuss their history with the Top Women In Grocery Awards program and discuss what they look for when judging a nomination.By Progressive Grocer

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Behind a Global Brand 22:58

2y ago22:58

22:58

Top Women In Grocery and GenNext honoree Liz Bleakley, who serves as head of PR and communications for UK-based St Pierre Groupe, joins the podcast to talk about her career journey, telling a brand story across continents, the power of kindness and more.By Progressive Grocer

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Lessons from 40 Years as an Indie 31:35

2y ago31:35

31:35

Kowalski's Markets' co-founder and owner Mary Anne Kowalski and CEO Kris Christiansen Kowalski join the TWIG podcast to talk about the 40 year legacy of the Twin Cities Grocer and how family intertwines with their family of customers.By Progressive Grocer

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