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The Modern Retail Podcast is a podcast about all the ways the retail industry is changing and modernizing. Every Saturday, senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels break down the latest retail headlines and interview executives about what it takes to keep up in today’s retail landscape, diving deep into growth strategies, brand autopsies, economic changes and more

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How THC-infused beverage brand Cann is capitalizing on Dry JanuaryIn this episode, co-founder and CEO of Cann, Jake Bullock, discusses how his cannabis-infused beverage brand capitalizes on the popularity of Dry January.16 Jan 2025 · 35 min
Rundown: J.C. Penney merges with Sparc, Amazon's new retail ad service & Target doubles down on wellnessJ.C. Penney merges with Sparc, Amazon's new retail ad service & Target doubles down on wellness11 Jan 2025 · 26 min
How Gregorys Coffee is taking the craft coffee business to scaleIn this episode of *The Modern Retail Podcast*, Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels interview Gregory Zomfotis, the founder and CEO of Gregorys Coffee.9 Jan 2025 · 36 min
Rundown: Return fraud on the rise, Nordstrom going private and Big Lots' lifelineThe Modern Retail Podcast explores the evolving retail landscape, focusing on growth strategies, brand analysis, and economic shifts. Hosted by senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels.4 Jan 2025 · 25 min
The Modern Retail Podcast looks at what's ahead in 2025In this episode, the editorial team discusses predictions and trends for the retail industry as we head into 2025, focusing on three main topics: mergers and acquisitions (M&A), anticipated tariff…2 Jan 2025 · 33 min
AI, customer acquisition and the DTC bust: The Modern Retail Podcast year in reviewAI, Customer Acquisition and the DTC Bust: The Modern Retail Podcast Year in Review26 Dec 2024 · 27 min
Rundown: U.S. retail sales, Big Lots' liquidation & Vuori's new fundraise In this episode of *The Modern Retail Podcast*, hosts Gabby Barco and Kale Guthrie-Weissman discuss the latest developments in the retail industry, focusing on three main topics:21 Dec 2024 · 28 min
How Puma approaches emerging technology like generative AIIn this episode, hosts Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels interview Ivan Dashkov, Puma's Head of Emerging Marketing Tech.19 Dec 2024 · 30 min
Rundown: FTC sues alcohol distributor, Walgreens' potential PE takeover & Amazon cracks down on paid reviewsFTC Sues Alcohol Distributor, Walgreens' Potential PE Takeover & Amazon Cracks Down on Paid Reviews14 Dec 2024 · 23 min
How Chomps is marketing itself to convenience store shoppersIn this episode, co-founder and co-CEO Pete Maldonado discusses the journey of Chomps, a better-for-you snack brand known for its high-protein meat sticks.12 Dec 2024 · 31 min
Rundown: Malls' Black Friday comeback, a proposed Spindrift acquisition and Foot Locker's lackluster quarterMalls' Black Friday comeback, a proposed Spindrift acquisition, and Foot Locker's lackluster quarter7 Dec 2024 · 23 min
How Upway is introducing e-bikes to the U.S. marketIn this episode of *The Modern Retail Podcast*, hosts Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels discuss the growing popularity of e-bikes in the U.S.5 Dec 2024 · 31 min
Rundown: What retailers are saying about holidays salesIn this episode of *The Modern Retail Podcast*, hosts Gabi Barkho and Kale Guthrie Weissman discuss the current landscape of holiday sales as major retailers gear up for the end-of-year quarter.30 Nov 2024 · 22 min
Black Friday weekend and holiday marketing trendsIn this episode, senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels from Modern Retail, along with Glossy reporters Lexy Lebsack and Sara Spruch-Feiner, discuss significant retail trends observed…28 Nov 2024 · 43 min
Rundown: Target's earnings miss, REI cracks down on returns and Starbucks' woes in ChinaIn this episode, the hosts discuss significant shifts in retail strategies, including Target's disappointing earnings report, REI's crackdown on serial returners, and Starbucks' contemplation of…23 Nov 2024 · 28 min
How coffee liqueur Mr. Black rode the espresso martini waveIn this episode of The Modern Retail Podcast, hosts Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels interview Tom Baker, co-founder and creative director of Mr.21 Nov 2024 · 33 min
Rundown: Red Lobster's rebrand, Tapestry-Capri merger falls apart and Amazon expands telehealth servicesIn this episode, the hosts discuss significant news in the retail industry, including Red Lobster's rebranding efforts, the failure of the Tapestry-Capri merger, and Amazon's expansion into…16 Nov 2024 · 27 min
How KiwiCo is leaning on retail expansion to grow holiday salesThe Modern Retail Podcast discusses the evolving retail industry, with insights from senior reporters and interviews with industry executives.14 Nov 2024 · 33 min
Rundown: Trump's proposed tariffs, more bankruptcies & The Children's Place's Shein debutThe Modern Retail Podcast explores the evolving retail industry, covering growth strategies, economic shifts, and brand developments through discussions with senior reporters and industry executives.9 Nov 2024 · 26 min
How Jake Paul's personal care brand W is leveraging its influencer founderIn this episode of The Modern Retail Podcast, hosts Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels interview Woody Hillyard, CEO of W, a personal care brand founded by influencer Jake Paul.7 Nov 2024 · 32 min
Rundown: Coffee sales struggle, Etsy's posts solid growth and Subway sued over adsIn this episode, Gabby and Kale explore the current state of the retail industry, focusing on three main topics:2 Nov 2024 · 25 min
How Awe Inspired leveraged its celebrity fan base to become a DTC jewelry powerhouseIn this episode, co-founder and CEO of Awe Inspired, Max Johnson, discusses the growth of his direct-to-consumer (DTC) jewelry brand, the impact of celebrity endorsements, and the upcoming holiday…31 Oct 2024 · 30 min
Rundown: Keurig Dr Pepper acquires Ghost, Tupperware sold to lenders and Peloton partners with CostcoThe Modern Retail Podcast explores the evolving landscape of the retail industry through in-depth discussions on growth strategies, economic changes, and interviews with industry executives.26 Oct 2024 · 28 min
How the company behind the bar Death & Co is becoming a global brandIn this episode, Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels interview David Kaplan, CEO of Gin & Luck, the parent company of the renowned cocktail bar Death & Co.24 Oct 2024 · 31 min