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Retail Daily Minute

Omni Talk Retail

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Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton bring you the day's top retail headlines. And, by that, we mean only the top headlines that two former retail executives think are worth your time.
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Omni Talk Retail

Omni Talk Retail

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Omni Talk Retail provides news, analysis, and commentary on the latest trends and issues in the retail industry. It covers a wide range of topics related to retail, including e-commerce, technology, marketing, and consumer behavior. The podcast regularly features industry experts, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, as well as retail thought leaders who all share their insights and perspectives on the latest developments in retail.
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Retail Fast Five

Omni Talk Retail

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The Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast is your weekly dose of retail industry insights and trends in a quick and digestible format. Hosted by industry experts, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, this podcast delivers the top five news stories each week that are shaping the digital and physical retail landscape. Each episode breaks down the most important developments in retail, from the latest innovations in technology to consumer behavior shifts, emerging market trends, and beyond. Whether you ...
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Shop Girls on MyTalk 107.1

myTalk 107.1 | Hubbard Radio

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Ali Kaplan (Twin Cities Business, Minneapolis St. Paul magazines) and her mother Harmony are the Shop Girls, talking everything retail in Minnesota. Includes: Fashion trends, celebrity brands, local deals & steals, design, technology updates and more. Should you buy it? The Shop Girls have the answers, as heard Saturdays 11-1 pm CST on myTalk 107.1 radio.
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Unpacking the Digital Shelf

Digital Shelf Institute

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Let’s talk through the future of brand manufacturing in the digital age. Welcome to Unpacking the Digital Shelf. For more commerce content for all brands CPG & beyond, visit us at www.digitalshelfinstitute.org
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, A&M’s David Brown and Lisa Collier joined Chris and Anne to discuss:- Amazon’s new beauty store in Italy- Scheels adding 460 and $11 million worth of digital screens into its stores- Dick’s new varsity influence…
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, A&M’s David Brown and Lisa Collier joined Chris and Anne to discuss: Amazon’s new beauty store in Italy (Source) Scheels adding 460 and $11 million worth of digital screens into its stores (Source) Dick’s new va…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walmart Adopts AI for Price & Climate Risk Forecasting – Walmart partners with Helios to enhance price forecasting and assess climate risks in its supply chain. Ulta Beauty & Lucky Revolutionize Omnichannel Beauty Shopping – Ulta teams up with Lucky to …
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: U.S. Retail Sales Decline in January – Retail sales fell 0.9% month-over-month, the largest drop since January 2024. Experts cite post-holiday slowdowns, high prices, and severe weather as factors, though annual sales are still up 4.2%. Starbucks Hits T…
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During her 35 years at Mars, Angela Mangiapane has been a leader in the front office, the middle office, and the back office, most recently as President of Mars Global Services for the last 9 years.. She has been a witness to, and a driver of, the digital era. And from those experiences come great wisdom and principles that should be guides to the …
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Amazon Enhances Mobile Shopping App -- Amazon is testing a "Shop Brand Sites Directly" feature, allowing customers to browse and buy products from other retailers within the Amazon app. SpartanNash Eyes Hispanic Grocery Expansion -- SpartanNash sees gro…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Aldi Selling Back Stores It Had Acquired From Southeastern GrocersFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/2w2T7EP2Liw…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Amazon Opens First Beauty Store in Milan – Amazon launches its first-ever brick-and-mortar store in Italy, featuring high-tech shopping experiences like AI-powered skin analysis, interactive product displays, and digital shelf labels. Retail Job Cuts Ju…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: EG America Deploying Quorso Tech Across 1,500 StoresFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/2w2T7EP2Liw…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Pro Or Con: Instacart Piloting CPG Brand Tasks For Its WorkersFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/2w2T7EP2Liw…
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Chris and Anne discussed: The many angles to Aldi’s decision to sell back some of the stores it previously purchased from Southeastern Grocers (Source) How bullish they both are on Gap’s new v…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Wayfair Launches "Muse" AI Shopping Tool – Wayfair debuts Muse, an AI-powered platform that helps customers visualize, customize, and shop home décor in a seamless experience. Dick’s Sporting Goods Expands "Varsity Team" Influencer Program – Dick’s open…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Party City’s Wind-Down Nears Completion – After filing for bankruptcy in December, Party City has auctioned off its intellectual property and real estate, with Ad Populum acquiring the brand for $20 million. Instacart Introduces In-Store Tasks for Gig W…
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Trybe is redefining women’s leadership conferences, bringing together top executives, founders, and industry leaders across retail, tech, and consumer industries. In this episode, Anne Mezzenga chats with Krystina Gustafson, Trybe's Chief Content Officer, about what makes this event different, who should attend, and why it’s a great opportunity for…
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Chris and Anne discussed:- The many angles to Aldi’s decision to sell back some of the stores it previously purchased from Southeastern Grocers - How bullish they both are on Gap’s new vintage…
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What’s happening with retail automation in 2025? Investment in supply chain technology appears to be flattening out as retailers shift focus from large new projects to optimizing existing infrastructure. Anne and Chris sit down with Kim Baudry from Dematic to explore what this means for AI in logistics, warehouse automation, and the future of retai…
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I’m assuming all of you listening are human, so I also assume all of you, like me, struggle with beliefs about ourselves and our capabilities that hold us back from our full potential. If you’re not human, please connect up with me on LinkedIn, because I have questions. In the meantime, though, for us humans, and because of systemic barriers, parti…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Aldi Sells 170 Winn-Dixie & Harveys Stores – Aldi finalizes a deal with C&S Wholesale Grocers and CEO Anthony Hucker to offload 42% of its Southeastern Grocers acquisition, while focusing on expanding 220 Winn-Dixie locations into Aldi stores. GoPuff In…
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In this latest 5 Insightful Minutes episode, Caitlin Allen, SVP of Market at Simbe, breaks down the key misconceptions retail executives have about automation, why data quality is critical, and how top retailers are scaling AI-driven solutions. Learn the difference between good and bad computer vision AI, how autonomous robots are driving efficienc…
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Ali and Fatima are back for the second half. They are joined by florist and owner Lynn Williams of Brown & Green Florist who shares Valentine's Day arrangement tips. Later they are color-analyzed by Haley Armstrong of ColorFixx! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy myTalk 107.1 | Hubbard Radio
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Ali and Fatima Olive are here joined by Ellen Hertz owner of Max's to share new jewelry trend predications. Later Katie Walley-Wiegert, head of brand communications, colle mcvoy shares the art of Superbowl commercials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy myTalk 107.1 | Hubbard Radio
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What’s happening with retail automation in 2025? Investment in supply chain technology appears to be flattening out as retailers shift focus from large new projects to optimizing existing infrastructure. Anne and Chris sit down with Kim Baudry from Dematic to explore what this means for AI in logistics, warehouse automation, and the future of retai…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walmart Restructures & Closes Charlotte Office -- Walmart eliminates corporate roles, closes its Charlotte, NC office, and consolidates operations in Arkansas and California, emphasizing in-person collaboration and efficiency. U.S. Ends De Minimis Exemp…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walmart Buys Monroeville Mall – Walmart acquires Pittsburgh’s Monroeville Mall for $34M, marking its first major mall investment. Plans include redevelopment with retail, entertainment, and mixed-use spaces. Trump Proposes Sovereign Wealth Fund for TikT…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: What We Should Make …
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The Pros Or Cons of …
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: A Suitcase Full Of S…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: If The Third Time's …
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The New CVS App And …
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The Impact Walmart's…
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Shoptalk’s VP of Original Content & Strategy, Ben Miller, joined Chris and Anne to discuss: CVS Health’s new app rollout (Source) Beyond buying back BuyBuy Baby (Source) Walgreens’ plans to cl…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Gap Launches ‘GapVintage’ Collection – Gap partners with Sean Wotherspoon to introduce curated vintage drops featuring iconic pieces from the ‘80s, ‘90s, and ‘00s. Kroger Health Introduces ‘OptUp Your Nutrition’ – Kroger’s new free virtual nutrition coa…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: BuyBuy Baby Reunites with Bed Bath & Beyond Parent – Beyond Inc. acquires global rights to BuyBuy Baby for $5M, exploring store reopenings and blockchain-based customer benefits in partnership with Kirkland’s and fintech firm tZero. Hologram Ads Coming …
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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Shoptalk’s VP of Original Content & Strategy, Ben Miller, joined Chris and Anne to discuss:- CVS Health’s new app rollout - Beyond buying back BuyBuy Baby - Walgreens’ plans to close down 47 o…
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When it comes to the promise of Social Commerce, we have the Social part down, but the Commerce part is still very much a work in progress. We have news on that front. Andrew Criezis, President at NIQ, recently returned from a trip to China with insights, data, and experiences that foretell new social commerce experiences and formats that might jus…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walgreens Suspends Dividend for First Time in 92 Years – Facing financial challenges and opioid-related litigation, Walgreens halts its dividend to preserve cash for debt reduction, legal costs, and long-term business stabilization. Costco Raises Hourly…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: H&M Struggles Amid Competition & Inventory Issues -- H&M’s Q4 sales miss expectations, raising concerns over CEO Daniel Erver’s turnaround plan as the fast-fashion retailer faces stiff competition from Zara and Shein. Walmart Canada’s $4.5 Billion Inves…
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Kohl’s Reduces Corporate Workforce by 10% – Under new CEO Ashley Buchanan, Kohl’s is cutting 200 corporate jobs and closing 27 stores as part of a strategy shift to improve efficiency and profitability. Starbucks Reports Signs of Recovery – Starbucks’ s…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Allowing Suppliers To Test New Products With Walmart CustomersFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/PmDEXwquuSE…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Increasing Regional Manager Pay To Potentially Over $600k Per YearFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/PmDEXwquuSE…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They're Buying Or Selling: Levi’s Claim That Data Helped It Capitalize On The Baggy Jeans TrendFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/PmDEXwqu…
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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If The Starbucks Ceramic Mug Rollout Is Hot Or Extra HotFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/PmDEXwquuSE…
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