Retail Riot

By Nick McHenry

Retail Riot covers the breaking news in the retail industry by industry veterans Andrew Smith, Alicia Esposito, and Nick McHenry. Our mantro is serious retail news taken seriously in an unserious mann... more

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How many episodes does Retail Riot have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.

Retail Riot episodes:

July 03, 2024 TikTok, Temu & Collabs Galore
Join Nick McHenry and Alicia Esposito as they dive into retail dynamics during the Fourth of July week, exploring the hustle of holidays for retail workers.
Key Topics:
Nike's Class Action Lawsuit: Shareholders sue over misleading statements about Nike's DTC business. Discussion on strategy shifts and market pressures.
Target and Shopify Partnership: Target Plus integrates Shopify sellers, offering opportunities for DTC brands. Debate on curation vs. marketplace models.
TikTok Shop Initiative: TikTok's SOAR Together program supports small businesses, with a focus on education and resources for growth.
Amazon's Strategic Move: Amazon introduces low-priced, unbranded items from Chinese warehouses to compete with Timu and Shein.
Hawk Tua.
Tune in for industry insights, current events, and cultural trends in retail.
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54min
June 03, 2024 Retail vs Ozempic
On this episode of Retail Riot Nick McHenry and Alicia Esposito breakdown the newest in Retail news.
Balenciaga and Under Armour Collaboration
Impact on both brands and potential mismatches.
Retail and Tech Savvy Kids
Alicia shares her son's sneaky Amazon purchase; Nick on kids' tech-savvy behavior.
Impact of Ozempic on Retail
Predictions on how Ozempic and other weight loss drugs will influence apparel retailers.
Pricing Strategies in Economic Changes
Discussion on pricing strategies of mass and big box retailers.
Executive Changes: Sun Cho's Move to Vans
Sun Cho's move from Lululemon to Vans; implications.
Brand Performance: Abercrombie & Fitch vs. Kohl's
Abercrombie's rebranding success vs. Kohl's decline.
Personal Retail Experiences
Nick's experience with Kohl's in-store pickup system.
Closing Thoughts
Final thoughts on the retail economy and strategies for success.
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47min
May 28, 2024 Rainy Days & Under Armour is Under Water
Hosts: Nick McHenry, Andrew Stores, Alicia Esposito
Episode Highlights:
Recap of Episode 1's memorable moments
Reflections on retail's ups and downs
Exploring the latest retail news with humor and insight
Segment 1: Hallmark's Holiday Magic
Key Points:
Hallmark's new live holiday experience in Kansas City, Missouri
The mix of free and paid experiences, including photo ops, workshops, and movie premieres
Potential brand collaborations and local artisan involvement
Segment 2: Under Armour's Woeful Performance
Key Points:
Under Armour's restructuring after a dramatic drop in profits
Kevin Plank's return as CEO and his plans for a brand turnaround
The challenges of maintaining brand relevance in a competitive market
Segment 3: The Rise of Dupe Culture
Key Points:
Gen Z's influence on the popularity of dupes (affordable replicas of high-end products)
The impact of social media on consumer behavior and brand perception
Examples of brands embracing or combating dupe culture
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53min
May 20, 2024 Welcome to Retail Riot News
In this episode of Retail Riot Nick McHenry, Andrew Smith, and Alicia Esposito talk the latest and most breaking retail news.
In this episode, they discuss:
- Chipotle founder's new robot restaurant
- Walmart business to the moon
- AI, AI, AI, AI, AI
- Is Bed Bath and Beyond making a come back?
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53min

FAQs about Retail Riot:

How many episodes does Retail Riot have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.