Retailistic

By Deborah Weinswig

Join Deborah Weinswig of Coresight Research as she hosts discussions on a range of topics at the intersection of retail and technology.... more

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The podcast currently has 213 episodes available.

Retailistic episodes:

July 28, 2026GLP-1s Aren’t Just a Drug—They’re Rewriting the Entire Retail Playbook
Key topics
Evolution of retail technology from typewriters to AI

Impact of AI and automation on pharmacy operations

The role of pharmacists in patient care and diagnostics

The significance of store experience and customer engagement

Future trends: longevity, personalized medicine, and digital health
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Steve Perlowski and NACDS
00:31 Historical perspective: retail tech in 1988
01:01 From typewriters to mail correspondence
01:15 Early retail data collection methods
02:34 Impact of internet, cloud, and AI on retail
03:22 Prioritization of pharmacy tech investments
04:12 Transformations in pharmacy customer experience
05:26 Automation and AI in pharmacy operations
07:05 Centralized pharmacy fulfillment and robotics
08:42 Pharmacy's role in healthcare and longevity
09:40 Implications of extended lifespans and biotech advances
12:23 Misunderstandings about pharmacy and healthcare
13:50 The complexity of prescription fulfillment and insurance
17:47 Technological improvements in prescription accuracy
19:02 AI and computer vision in medication dispensing
20:06 GLP1s and the broader store health story
24:37 Emergence of new health categories and merchandising
27:24 Creating experiences and merchandising by life stage
32:22 The evolving role of pharmacists and in-store health services
39:11 Challenges facing pharmacy location sustainability
41:27 Tech industry disconnect and opportunities in retail
44:57 AI build vs. buy and organizational ownership
45:41 Data privacy, HIPAA, and AI regulation
47:06 Lightning round: personal preferences and insights
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43min
July 14, 2026Beyond the Hype: Where AI Is Actually Changing Retail
Key topics
Impact of AI on retail strategy

Evolution of retail events and networking

Future trends in retail technology

Leadership and organizational change in retail

Real-world applications of AI in retail
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Krystina Gustafson and Retail Innovation
02:02 Krystina's Journey from Journalism to Retail
03:55 Lessons from Early Digital Transformation at Women's Wear Daily
07:00 The Role of Content and Curiosity in Retail Leadership
10:10 Transition from Journalism to Shop Talk and Retail Events
13:03 Insights on Building a Successful Retail Conference
16:01 The Rapid Evolution of AI in Retail
20:08 Strategic Planning and Long-term AI Roadmaps
24:09 Operational Applications of AI in Physical Retail Spaces
27:58 The Future of Personalization and Customer Experience
32:59 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption
38:10 The Importance of Connection and Authenticity in Events
41:47 The Intersection of Physical and Digital Retail
45:06 AI's Role in Enhancing Customer Engagement
49:08 Lightning Round: Retail Predictions and Trends
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51min
June 09, 2026The Next Trillion-Dollar Company Won’t Be an App – It’ll Run on Robots and Real-World AI
Key topics
AI in physical supply chains

Testing and building in fast-paced tech environments

The impact of GLP-1 on health and consumer behavior

Chapters
00:00 Navigating the Information Overload in Venture Capital
02:17 The Importance of Testing and Building in Tech
04:52 The Shift Towards a Builder Culture
07:36 Evaluating Build vs. Buy in Technology Investments
10:10 The Role of Interns in Modern Organizations
13:01 The Future of AI in Supply Chain and Logistics
15:42 The Ripple Effects of AI on the Physical World
18:12 Challenges in Supply Chain Automation
20:55 Complexities of Robotics in Warehousing
25:30 Automation and Workforce Dynamics
26:49 The Impact of GLP-1 on Consumer Behavior
31:03 Healthcare Innovations and Continuous Care
33:49 Investing in a Changing Landscape
37:33 The Future of Shopping and Agentic Commerce
41:06 Lightning Round Insights
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47min
June 03, 2026 Agentic Commerce: The $1 Trillion Retail Revolution Coming by 2030
📌 Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
• The rise of agentic commerce and AI-driven autonomous transactions.
• How GLP-1 medications impact apparel sizing profiles and consumer grocery spending.
• New Coresight Research data showing 60% of consumers want to use GenAI for shopping.
• Overcoming the three main challenges of AI in retail: trust, checkout friction, and user inertia.

#RetailTrends #AgenticCommerce #AIinRetail #Retailistic #CoresightResearch #RetailTech
0:00 - Weekly Research Highlights & Reports
0:53 - Introduction by Deborah Weinswig
1:10 - Defining Agentic Commerce Strategy & Architecture
2:24 - Projecting the $1 Trillion Agentic Commerce Market Size by 2030
3:10 - Use Cases: Demand Forecasting & Inventory Allocation
3:23 - The Retail Impact of GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications
4:00 - Solving Apparel Sizing vs. Non-Apparel Dietary Shifts
4:44 - Consumer Insights: GenAI Shopping Survey Results
6:06 - 3 Major Challenges Facing Autonomous AI Commerce
7:12 - Looking Ahead: The Future of Retail Tech
7:30 - Conclusion & Coresight Research Services
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9min
May 12, 2026 The End of Middle-of-the-Road Retail: How Discounters, Experiences & Healthcare Malls Will Reshape What You Buy, Where You Go, and How Much You Spend
Key topics
Resurgence of malls and entertainment concepts
Grocery store evolution and value shopping
Impact of AI and PropTech on retail real estate
Consumer behavior shifts and proximity effects
Revitalization strategies for dead malls
Luxury retail trends and customer focus
The role of pop-ups and short-term leases
Global retail insights from China and Mexico

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Passion for Retail
02:57 The Evolution of Entertainment in Retail
05:36 Changing Consumer Relationships with Malls
08:18 The Grocery Landscape Transformation
10:46 The Rise of Discount Retailers
13:23 The Future of Drugstores
16:19 Department Stores: A Dying Concept?
18:52 Experiential Retail and Consumer Engagement
21:32 Emerging Retail Concepts and Trends
26:17 The Rise of Luckin Coffee
29:48 Consumer Expectations and Product Innovation
30:30 The Mall Experience in China
31:37 Food and Beverage Trends in Malls
33:13 Healthcare in Retail Spaces
33:57 The State of Luxury Retail
36:00 The Lightning Round Begins
42:44 Misconceptions in Retail Real Estate
44:29 Future Cities and Retail Opportunities
45:57 Pop-Ups: The Future of Retail Leasing
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49min
May 05, 2026 Consumer Sentiment and Retail Trends Amid Economic Uncertainty
Key topics
AI Impact Framework in retail
Consumer sentiment and spending behavior
Tech innovations for business agility

Chapters
00:00 Understanding the Changing Consumer Landscape
04:59 Consumer Sentiment and Spending Trends
07:40 Innovations in Technology and Consumer Engagement

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12min
April 28, 2026 The K-Shaped Economy, Inflation, and Bitcoin’s Escape Hatch for the Middle Class
Key topics
Bitcoin rewards and their impact on consumer savings
The evolution of financial services with crypto
The role of Bitcoin in global financial inclusion

Chapters
00:00 The Philosophy of Technology and Consumer Empowerment
02:00 Inefficiencies in the Financial System
05:36 Financial Literacy and Consumer Behavior
07:57 Regulatory Frameworks: Traditional vs. Crypto
12:39 The Impact of Bitcoin on Banking
16:07 The Future of Rewards Programs
18:44 Consumer Behavior in a K-Shaped Economy
22:44 Elevating the Bottom of the Hourglass
27:25 Reflections on the Evolution of Fold
29:35 Lightning Round: Quick Insights
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34min
April 21, 2026 From Returns to Revenue: How AI is Turning Customer Pain into Loyalty and Insights
Key topics
Impact of AI on retail customer experience
Supply chain and logistics transformation through AI
Measuring ROI and success metrics in AI deployments

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Crescendo and AI in Customer Service
04:31 The Evolution of Customer Experience and Returns
09:33 AI Implementation Challenges and Expectations
14:09 Defining Customer Experience Across Channels
18:36 The Role of AI in Enhancing Customer Experience
26:06 Navigating AI's Potential and Realistic Applications
27:47 Transforming Customer Experience with AI
29:02 Personalization in Customer Engagement
30:59 The Evolution of Consumer Behavior
32:52 The Synergy of Digital and In-Store Experiences
34:39 Empathy in Customer Service
36:38 The Importance of Small Gestures
39:43 Lightning Round: Insights on AI and CX
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49min
April 07, 2026 From Obscure Forum to AI Goldmine: How Reddit Just Changed the Game for E-Commerce Brands
Key topics
Reddit's evolution and business model
Leveraging Reddit for brand marketing
Reddit's role in AI and LLM citations
Best practices for brand engagement on Reddit
Community dynamics and subreddit management

Chapters
00:00 The Evolution of Reddit
02:17 Reddit vs. LinkedIn: A Comparative Analysis
04:47 Subreddit Dynamics and Brand Engagement
07:32 The Role of Reddit in E-commerce and Marketing
10:31 Leveraging Reddit for AI and SEO Strategies
13:05 Best Practices for Brands on Reddit
16:03 Understanding Customer Insights through Reddit
18:31 The Future of Reddit and Brand Interactions
21:30 Personal Experiences and Community Engagement
23:55 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
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34min
March 24, 2026 The Death of the Trend: Why Retail is Looking to Defense and Biotech for the Future
Key Topics
AI-driven demand planning with Palantir
The impact of synthetic models and the uncanny valley
Robotics in supply chain and manufacturing
The role of space technology in retail innovation
The importance of understanding consumer expectations in tech adoption

Chapters
00:00 Navigating Creative Destruction in Retail
01:57 The Role of Innovation in Business
04:43 AI and the Death of Trends
07:04 Synthetic Models and Their Implications
09:50 The Future of Robotics in Supply Chain
12:12 Transforming Retail Experiences
14:31 The Evolution of Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Resources
South by Southwest - https://www.sxsw.com/
CES (Consumer Electronics Show) - https://www.ces.tech/
Palantir Technologies - https://www.palantir.com/
Archetype AI - https://archetype.ai/
Qualcomm - https://www.qualcomm.com/
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23min

FAQs about Retailistic:

How many episodes does Retailistic have?

The podcast currently has 213 episodes available.