Mintel Little Conversation's new mini-series explore the impact of tariffs worldwide. The first episode explores the impact of tariffs on consumer sentiment and behavior in both the U.S. and European markets. Mintel consumer experts highlight the differences in consumer attitudes towards tariffs, the economic indicators affecting spending, and the strategies brands can adopt to navigate these challenges. 

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Host:

Lynn Dornblaser, Client Advisor, Mintel.

Guests: 

Andrew Davidson, SVP/Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Rich Shepherd, Category Director - Financial Services and Social Research, Mintel.

Host Andrew Davidson speaks with Julie Szudarek, CEO of Self Financial, about accessible credit solutions for consumers facing financial challenges. Listen to the discussion about innovative credit builder products, customer success stories, and how Self adapts to economic changes. 

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Host: Andrew Davidson, SVP/Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Guest: Julie Szudarek, CEO, Self Financial.

Food and drink experts at Mintel discuss key innovative products and trends observed at the Natural Products Expo West. They explore the rise of hydration-focused products, the impact of upcycled ingredients, and the evolving snacking landscape. Listen to find out more about innovative cooking solutions, emerging flavors, and the importance of community and provenance in food products.

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Host: Lynn Dornblaser, Client Advisor, Mintel.

Guests: Stephanie Mattucci, Director, Mintel Food and Drink.

Host Andrew Davidson interviews Kelley Halpin, co-founder and CEO of Mesa, about the innovative Mesa Homeowners Card, which rewards homeowners for their mortgage payments and other home-related expenses. Listen to the discussion about the value proposition of the card, the challenges of launching a fintech product, and the importance of consumer insights in shaping the product's features.

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Host: Andrew Davidson, SVP/Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Guest: Kelley Halpin, co-founder and CEO, Mesa.

Food and drink experts at Mintel explore key trends in 2025, focusing on the importance of nutrition, supply chain challenges, and the integration of technology in agriculture. Listen to find out how consumers are navigating contradictory desires for health and indulgence, the impact of global events on food sourcing, and the role of innovation in meeting evolving consumer expectations.

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Head over to Mintel’s LinkedIn and let us know what trend you think will have the most impact in 2025. Don't forget to visit mintel.com to become a member of our free Spotlight community.

Host:

Lynn Dornblaser, Client Advisor, Mintel.

Guests:

David Jago, Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Jenny Zegler, Director, Mintel Food & Drink.

Host Andrew Davidson sits down with Nick Antonelli, Chief Marketing Officer from Bread Financial, to talk about the strategies for building brand awareness, and the diversification of products and services. Listen to find out more about the importance of partnerships, consumer engagement, and the evolving marketing landscape in the credit card industry.

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Host: Andrew Davidson, SVP/Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Guest: Nick Antonelli, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Bread Financial.

Beauty and personal care experts at Mintel explore key beauty trends in 2025. Listen to find out more about the three themes that we think will be influential in 2025 and beyond: embracing ownership and individuality while prioritising functional efficacy, the merging of climate-adaptive beauty, localism and minimalism, and, finally, back-to-basics through comfort, nostalgia and slow living.

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Host:

Andrew McDougall, Director, Mintel Beauty and Personal Care.

Guests:

Alex Fisher, Associate Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Clotilde Drape, Global Beauty Analyst, Mintel.

Vivienne Rudd, Senior Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Host Andrew Davidson sits down with Jinal Shah, GM, Shopping & CMO at Zip, to talk about the growth and evolution of the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) sector. Listen as they discuss BNPL’s target audience, marketing strategies, corporate commitment to financial literacy and the importance of responsible lending practices. Tune into the conversation to find out more about the future of BNPL and the opportunities it presents for both consumers and marketers.

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Timestamps:

(00:03) Introduction 

(01:56) BNPL market growth

(05:14) Target audience of BNPL and evolution

(10:15) Competition in the BNPL space

(13:59) Responsible lending and transparency 

(18:23) Marketing strategy and innovation 

(28:43) Future plans and aspiration

(32:22) Career advice for aspiring marketeers

(38:56) Closing thoughts and takeaways

Host: Andrew Davidson, SVP, Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Guest: Jinal Shah, GM, Shopping & CMO, Zip.

Culture and brand experts at Mintel explore consumer sentiment during the US election season, focusing on the stress and anxiety consumers are currently experiencing. How are brands navigating political engagement? Listen now to find out more about the evolving relationship between consumers and brands in a politically charged environment.

Disclaimer: This content does not endorse any political party, candidate, or stance in the 2024 US presidential election.

Browse Mintel’s Cultural and Identity research and buy a report here, and get in touch with our consultants to learn more.

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Host:

Lynn Dornblaser, Client Advisor, Mintel.

Guests:

BJ Pichman, Principal Consultant, Mintel Consulting.

Lisa Dubina, Associate Director for Culture and Identity, Mintel.

In today's episode, host Andrew Davidson sits down with Anthony Merola, Head of Proprietary Products for Citi Branded Cards, to discuss Citi's vision for its credit card products and the rise of travel credit cards. Listen to find out more about the importance of customer feedback in driving product innovation and how financial powerhouses navigate the increasingly competitive landscape of the credit card industry.

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Head over to Mintel’s LinkedIn to share your take on the future of branded travel cards, and visit mintel.com to become a member of our free Spotlight community.

Host:

Andrew Davidson, SVP, Chief Insights Officer, Comperemedia.

Guest:

Anthony Merola, Head of Proprietary Products for Citi Branded Cards.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction to Citi and the travel credit card landscape

(02:57) Citi's vision and how it relates to product development

(07:17) What gave rise to travel credit cards

(09:49) Brand cards refresh - how did it go

(12:07) The branding of Citi Strata Premier

(21:40) Impact of inflation on consumer spending

(23:30) Looking ahead: Innovations and customer engagement