Best Retail Intel Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 61: The Acres 41:42

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Send us a text Todd Gailor's journey from corporate banker to entertainment entrepreneur offers a masterclass in seizing opportunities others miss. After 20 years in commercial lending, a pandemic-induced moment of reflection led him to acquire Edder's Custom Golf Center, a rundown but beloved Cincinnati institution dating back to 1951. What makes …

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Open AI’s Worth Half a Trillion Dollars 20:40

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In a little less than 10 years, OpenAI has gone from an idea to a half-trillion dollar company, and its ambitions for the next several years are much, much, bigger. Plus, Fair Isaac Corporation is opening a new front in the battle for your credit score and Berkshire Hathaway puts its massive cash pile to use. Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quas…

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Trump Plans Shutdown Job Cuts, OpenAI Valuation Soars to $500 Billion 15:51

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On today's podcast: 1) White House Budget Director Russell Vought is planning to swiftly dismiss federal workers, a sign that Republicans will lean into hardball tactics to pressure Democrats to cave to end a government shutdown. Vought told House lawmakers Wednesday that some federal agencies will move to terminate workers within one to two days, …

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VARTECH 2025 Recap - AI, People, Connectivity, and a Boulder? 57:16

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VARTECH 2025 made the most of its location at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas, offering two packed days of networking, new technologies to explore, insightful education, and fun-filled evenings. Our theme, "Join the Quest," encouraged attendees to come together in partnership and accept the challenge of finding bold new solutions to their custom…

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Winners & Losers from ChatGPT’s Shopping Launch 25:52

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OpenAI has launched shopping within ChatGPT and this could be a disruptive force to companies like Amazon, Google, Shopify, and Etsy. We discuss who the winners could be and who will be a loser in this agentic shopping world. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman and Rachel Warren discuss: - ChatGPT shopping launch - Winners in agentic shopping - Losers in ag…

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AFIRE International Investor Survey with Gunnar Branson 27:06

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The results are in. Despite promising fundamentals, 63% of international investors have a negative outlook for U.S. cross broker investments vs only 42% had a negative outlook last year. Okay so more investors feel negative about performance. But get this, 44% plan some level of increase in U.S. property investments vs only 24% planned an increase …

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Government Shutdown Takes Effect, White House Pulls Antoni BLS Nomination 15:41

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On today's podcast: 1) Congress blew past a midnight funding deadline, triggering the US government’s first shutdown in nearly seven years — and the third under President Trump. The White House’s budget office ordered agencies to begin executing their plans for a funding lapse, shuttering the government aside from essential duties, disrupting the j…

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Asian Food Chains Moving Stateside 26:19

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American palates are shifting, and investors are starting to take notice. In today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, host Emily Flippen is joined by analysts Sanmeet Deo and Jason Hall to unpack four of the newest Asian food chains looking to expand across the United States The team dives into: - Whether or not Jollibee’s rise is sustainable - The re…

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Vance Says US Headed for Shutdown, US & Israel Agree to Gaza Peace Plan 21:41

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On today's podcast: 1) Vice President JD Vance said he believes the US government is on track to shut down, seeking to pin the blame on Democrats one day before federal funding is set to lapse. President Trump met with top Democratic and Republican congressional leaders less than 36 hours before an October 1st shutdown deadline. The two sides left …

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What’s a Supernova Stock? 3 Ideas For Your Watchlist 26:16

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David Meier, Rick Munarriz, and Tim Beyers preview the Oct. 1 return of Motley Fool Supernova with three stocks with Rule Breaker DNA that are worthy of your watchlist. David Meier, Rick Munarriz, and Tim Beyers discuss: - Supernova’s return with the real-money Odyssey and Phoenix portfolios. - Why CAVA, Camping World, and Warby Parker belong on yo…

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Trump to Meet Democrats as Shutdown Looms, Israel's Netanyahu in DC 15:04

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On today's podcast: 1) The top four congressional leaders will meet with President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, a day before federal funding would expire if the two parties can’t agree on a short-term spending bill. The discussions will be the first between Trump and congressional leaders ahead of the deadline to avoid a shutdown. Sen…

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Interview with David Gardner: Rule Breaker Investing 23:30

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Motley Fool Co-Founder David Gardner has racked up big returns by bucking the conventional wisdom. Rule Breakers Senior Vice-President of Strategy Brian Richards talks with David about his new book, Rule Breaker Investing: How to Build the Best Stocks of the Future and Build Lasting Wealth. Topics include: Buy high, sell higher Traits of a Rule Bre…

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Why Investors Earn Less Than Their Funds, and the Small-Cap Surge 23:21

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When evaluating a fund, one of the first sets of numbers you'll likely look up is its past returns. But those are not the returns that owners of that fund actually earned. Robert Brokamp speaks with Morningstar’s Jeff Ptak about which investor behaviors and types of funds are more associated with underperformance. Also in this episode: -The Russell…

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September 26th, 2025 | Investors false sense of safety in stock market, IPOs look hot, don’t touch them, you’ll get burned! What's going on with the real estate market? Insurance Vs Investments & More 55:38

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Investors have a false sense of safety in the stock market A psychologist by the name of Gerald Wilde came up with the term homeostatic years ago and I believe this is totally relevant in today's market. It essentially means that when the environment comes to feel safer, people’s behavior becomes riskier. A great example he used was that people wil…

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The Hidden Opportunities in AI 39:36

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Beyond the big names, where are there opportunities in AI and discounts in the market overall? Plus, Meta’s changing AI plans and we play “Higher or Lower”.Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jon Quast discuss: - AI’s hidden gems - Tiktok’s sale - Where there are opportunities today - Meta’s AI plans Companies discussed: Oracle (ORCL), Alphabet (GOOG),…

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Daybreak Weekend: US Jobs, Power Conference, China PMIs 38:58

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Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Tom Busby take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to the U.S jobs report and the Electric vehicle sector. In the UK – a look ahead to the Bloomberg Women, Money, Power conference in London. In Asia – a look ahead to the China PMI data. See omnystudio.com/…

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Former FBI Director Comey Charged, $14 Billion TikTok US Valuation 14:57

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On today's podcast: 1) Former FBI Director James Comey has been charged with lying to Congress and obstruction related to testimony he gave in 2020, accelerating President Donald Trump’s push for legal action against his perceived political enemies. The filing of charges capped days of speculation over whether the Justice Department would bring the…

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Navigating the Housing Market’s Mixed Signals 21:13

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Investors looking at housing and homebuilders are probably wondering what to make of the seemingly contradictory messages out of the housing market. In this episode, Tyler, Matt, and Jon drill down into the confounding numbers in the housing market and some recent homebuilder earnings reports. Also, they react to Starbucks restructuring and serve u…

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White House Issues Shutdown Warning; Kimmel Attracts Record Audience 15:50

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On today's podcast: 1) The White House budget office is telling federal agencies to prepare plans for mass firings during a possible government shutdown. The move would represent a substantial escalation beyond normal shutdown protocols in recent years, under which government workers deemed nonessential in the case of a funding lapse were typically…

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Accelerating RFID Sales w/RedBeam’s Kevin Keith & Kyle Stanford 1:10:15

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"I think customers have gone from RFID-curious to RFID-serious," says RedBeam VP of Sales Kevin Keith, reinforcing an ongoing trend of RFID growth and investment. He's joined this week by Solutions Architect Kyle Stanford to explain why the need is at an all-time high for resellers and integrators to build out their RFID business. What tips do they…

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Why Did DTC Retailers Fail? 21:44

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We examine the failure of formerly highly valued retail brands like Allbirds, Peloton, and Casper, who were once highly valued only to fall on hard times. Why did they fail to live up to lofty expectations and will agentic shoppic agents lead to another shift in the industry? Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Rachel Warren discuss: - Why have DTC sto…

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Kimmel Returns as Trump Renews Attacks; Powell Reiterates Duel Economic Risks 15:21

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On today's podcast: 1) Jimmy Kimmel returned to TV, saying "it was never my intention to make light of the death of a young man" and addressing controversy over his remarks about the shooting of Charlie Kirk. Kimmel called Kirk's killer "a sick person" and said the willingness of Kirk's widow Erika to forgive the assassin was an "example we should …

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Underappreciated Rule-Breaking Small Caps 27:14

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On today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, analysts Emily Flippen, Jason Hall, and Toby Bordelon spotlight three off-the-radar small caps with very different stories. The team dives into: - Why the renewable energy industry deserves a second look, even with policy headwinds - If Phinia offers a pragmatic hedge against a slower-than-expected EV transi…

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REIT Insights & Market Trends with Ed Pierzak 17:10

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On this weeks show Michael Bull, CCIM, is joined by Ed Pierzak, Senior VP of Research with NAREIT, to explore the current landscape of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) amidst a fluctuating market. They discuss the performance of REITs in light of changing interest rates, operational metrics, and the implications of recent market changes. Ed al…

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Kimmel Returns to ABC; Trump Tylenol Recommendation 14:17

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On today's podcast: 1) Jimmy Kimmel Live! will return to the air on Tuesday, ending a suspension Walt Disney Co. imposed following controversial remarks the ABC late-night host made about the assassination of Republican activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel will address the controversy when he returns to the stage, according to people with knowledge of the…

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The Great Rule Breakers Healthcare Debate: Progyny or Hims & Hers? 23:18

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Which is the better healthcare Breaker? Alicia Alfiere, Sanmeet Deo, and Tim Beyers pit Progyny against Hims & Hers. Leave a comment to get in on the debate! Alicia Alfiere, Sanmeet Deo, and Tim Beyers discuss: - Progyny vs. Hims & Hers - who goes on the watchlist? - Intel and NVIDIA’s big $5 billion deal. - Reflections on Rule Breaker Investing. B…

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Trump and Republicans Mourn Charlie Kirk; Effects of H-1B Visa Fee 15:18

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On today's podcast: 1) On Sunday evening, Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, spoke at memorial service for her late husband, attended by the president and many prominent conservatives. She said she forgave the man who gunned down her husband, saying “I forgive him because it was what Christ did and it’s what Charlie would …

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Interview with Karat Packaging CEO Alan Yu: From Boba Tea Shop to Packaging Powerhouse 26:00

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What began as a single Boba tea shop in 2000 has transformed into a leading supplier of sustainable packaging for local startups to national brands like Panda Express and Chipotle. Motley Fool CEO Tom Gardner and Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross talk with Alan Yu about the evolving business of packaging: Boba Tea beginnings Eco-friendly alternat…

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Retirement Tools and Affording Impulse Purchases 25:35

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Retirement is largely a math game, and calculators can help you crunch the numbers. Sean Gates of Motley Fool Wealth Management joins Robert Brokamp to discuss what to look for in a high-quality retirement tool, and to offer some recommendations. Also in this episode: -How the Fed rate cut will affect your finances -REITs have similar long-term ret…

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September 19th, 2025 | Retail sales surprisingly strong, Are quarterly reports necessary for public companies? Is your financial advisor "quiet retiring"? Understand low rated bonds risk & More 55:39

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Retail sales are still surprisingly strong Although the labor market has been softening and consumers say they are worried about inflation, people are still spending money. August retail sales were up 5% compared to last year and if the annual decline of 0.7% in gasoline stations was excluded, sales would have increased 5.5% compared to last August…

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Big Tech Is Fun Again & The Fed Speaks 42:01

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Meta introduced a new pair of AI-powered glasses, Google announced a partnership with PayPal and AI updates to Chrome, and the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, but is concerned about both the economy and inflation. Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Jason Moser discuss: - The Fed’s rate cut - NVIDIA invests in Intel - Meta can’t quit the metaverse …

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Daybreak Weekend: The Future of the Fed, UK Private Markets, Miran's Impact Overseas 38:28

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Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Tom Busby take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – how The K-Shaped Recession Hasn’t Hurt US Equities...Yet In the UK – Are Private Markets Entering Their Golden Age In Asia – a look at Stephen Miran's Impact on EM and the Dollar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Trump's War on Media Expands; Trump, Xi to Hold Call 15:27

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On today's podcast: 1) The president threatens TV networks that criticize him after Jimmy Kimmel's suspension. President Trump has said US broadcast networks should face scrutiny over their licenses if they're too critical of him, and media executives and academics say companies are "bending to the will" of Trump's administration, making media comp…

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Nvidia and Intel Make a $5 Billion Bargain 21:00

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Intel has benefitted from multiple major investments in 2025 but perhaps none more headline-grabbing than this: Nvidia and Intel agree to co-develop products for data centers and PCs. Nvidia also made a $5 billion investment. In this episode, our team breaks down the deal as well as talks about a proposal from President Trump to eliminate quarterly…