Best Retail Value Chain Podcasts (2025)

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When Should You Spend MORE Money To Get a Customer? 27:23

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When my house insurance doubled, I realized most retailers are stuck in transaction tunnel vision—treating customers like one-night stands instead of building lifetime relationships. This episode breaks down the Customer Lifetime Value formula that separates genius marketers from those throwing money at the wall. Discover why a $30 customer can be …

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Strategic Transformation Series: Pharmacies at the Crossroads - From Retail to Community Care 19:28

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Between pharmacy closures, drug shortages, technological innovations, and workforce shortages, pharmacies are at a pivot point and must evolve to keep up with this changing environment. In this episode of the Strategic Transformation series, Mindy McGrath, Saurabh Raman, and Ryan Hummel explore how the Pharmacy Channel is reimagining the pharmacist…

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Real Time Conversational Commerce: How Brands Are Using AI To Power Real Time Conversations With Customers 27:57

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we’re spotlighting a marketing channel that’s quietly dominating Europe, Australia, and beyond—but is still underused in North America: WhatsApp marketing. While most Shopify brands are stuck battling expensive Facebook ads and crowded email inboxes, a new frontier is emerging that offers 80–90% open rates…

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Retail Legend Ken Pilot Breaks Down Tariff Math, Retail Tech & Brand Survival 37:04

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In the first of our 8-part summer series produced in partnership with CommerceNext, our guest is Ken Pilot—retail executive, tech investor, and host of The Retail Pilot: Leaders & Legends podcast. Ken's legendary career spans decades and includes pivotal roles such as President of Gap Global, Factory Stores at Ralph Lauren, and leadership positions…

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These 3 Strategies Will Add Thousands in Revenue 28:57

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What does scaling past 8 figures really allow you to achieve? I thought my answer was too silly to share at first - maybe I could finally shop without obsessively checking price tags. But our purchasing psychology runs deeper than we think, and that's exactly what makes these sales strategies so powerful. In this episode, I'm breaking down three ga…

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Cracking The AI Commerce Code: Tanner Larsson On Making Your Brand Unmissable 1:07:50

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! A fundamental shift is underway in how customers discover and purchase products, and most Shopify merchants are unaware of it. The days of relying solely on Google search are numbered as consumers increasingly turn to AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity for buying advice. But here’s the problem: 80…

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Episode 200: Growmark Launches New Campaign for FS Brand 13:21

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Heather Thompson, Executive Director of enterprise marketing at Growmark, shares the details behind the new campaign—Start to Finish. She explains how Growmark is investing in its retail footprint and optimizing farmer customer relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Farm Journal

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Vuori CEO & Founder Joe Kudla Live on Stage: Scaling a Global Brand with Product, Purpose & Community 40:31

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In this Season 10 finale of The Remarkable Retail Podcast, Steve interviews Vuori CEO & Founder Joe Kudla live on-stage during the closing keynote of the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York. Steve and Michael also are on-stage for a session gleaning the top retail trends of the year so far and set the stage for what's most important to focus on th…

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Your 4-Step CEO Reset to End the Year Strong 24:47

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Halfway through 2025, I woke up facing a massive decision that would change everything. An opportunity I'd been thinking about for five years suddenly became viable - but it meant scrapping our entire plan for the rest of the year. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact 4-step half-yearly reset framework I used to navigate this crossroads. You'll l…

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Strategic Transformation Series: Systemness Unlocked—Health Systems Transform for Scale and Experience 23:00

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In a world of financial pressures, workforce challenges, and increased focus on the patient experience, health systems are continuing to assess their operations to improve efficiencies and grow through strategic transformation. In this episode of the Strategic Transformation series, Mindy McGrath, Saurabh Raman, and Ryan Hummel discuss how health s…

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S01 E15 From Island To Aisle: The Dairy Story - ADL 38:26

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In this episode of SKUFood Recipes for Success, we head to Prince Edward Island to explore the unique world of dairy with Lee Turner, National Sales Manager at Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL). With over a decade at ADL and nearly 15 years of advocacy for local food and beverage in Atlantic Canada, Lee shares how a cooperative rooted in community …

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How This CEO Turned 25,000 Customers Into Just 2 Support Agents (The Revolutionary Communication System) 40:43

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! If you’re running a Shopify store, you know the pain of email overload, endless internal threads, and the chaos that comes with managing customer conversations across multiple channels. Today, we’re tackling “inbox chaos” head-on with a tool designed to unify your team’s communication, streamline support, and bri…

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Future-Proofing Retail: Mark Irvin Best Buy's EVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer on Agility, AI & Delivering for Customers 46:41

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In the latest episode of Remarkable Retail, Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis return with a their hot takes on the week's top retail headlines. The duo begins with a macroeconomic update, including political gridlock in the U.S. over the "Big Beautiful Bill," the Fed's inflation outlook, and uncertainty surrounding consumer spending. They then break…

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How Lisa Turned Eco Values into a Global Brand 38:05

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Ever had that fantasy where your business suddenly blows up online and everything changes overnight? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Sjöblom—a digital growth strategist and operations expert—to unpack the real story of what happens when your business goes viral. Together, we talk about the traffic surge, the customer service avalanche, the un…

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S01 E14 Sweet Supply: Berries, Borders and the Terminal Market Flow 29:56

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Sweet supply: berries, borders and the terminal market flow In this episode of SKUFood Recipes for Success, we speak with Anthony Bisogno, a seasoned leader in Canada’s fresh produce industry. From his early days on the floor of the Ontario Food Terminal to managing some of the most high-value produce categories like berries, grapes and stone fruit…

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Strategic Transformation Series: Health Plans – Value Creation and Strategic Transformation 23:46

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In this Trending Health series, Vynamic team members will highlight how different sectors of the health industry are evolving to meet the demands of today’s ever-changing healthcare landscape through value creation and strategic transformations. In this episode, Mindy McGrath, Saurabh Raman, and Ryan Hummel dive into how payers are shifting from sh…

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Episode 199: How Carbon Markets Are Changing 17:48

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Thad England, director of U.S. strategic accounts with Groundwork BioAg, shares his experience in taking carbon market opportunities to farmers, and how those programs are changing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Farm Journal

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Breaking Into Billion-Dollar Markets: Clean Boss vs. The Cleaning Giants 36:49

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we’re diving into the world of challenger brands and what it really takes to break into—and win—in a market dominated by legacy giants. If you’ve ever walked down the cleaning aisle, you know it’s ruled by “Big Clean”—massive CPG players with decades of brand equity. But what happens when a new player, pow…

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"The Analysts" Part 2: The Future of Department Stores and Agentic AI with Sucharita Kodali, Neil Saunders & Simeon Siegel 47:31

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In the latest episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, co-hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc return with Part Two of “The Analysts," which featues three of the retail industry’s most respected thought leaders—Sucharita Kodali (VP & Principal Analyst, Forrester Research), Neil Saunders (Managing Director, GlobalData Retail), and Simeon Siegel (…

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How Natalie Trains Her Customers To Buy From Day One 47:41

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What if your audience knew exactly when and why to buy—without you constantly reminding them? In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Santini, founder of Sew Hungry Hippie, to unpack how she turned her loyal followers into paying customers—from day one. With no marketing degree, no fancy funnels, and no burnout, Natalie built an engaged community …

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Episode 198: A Crop That Feeds The Soil and Feeds Livestock 15:01

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As director of R&D and Innovation at Forge Genetics International, Emily Meccage has a lot to share about the breeding work being done for alfalfa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Farm Journal

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Unlocking Shopify Summer Editions 2025: Retail Innovations With Ray Reddy 28:03

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! I’m Steve Hutt, and today we’re diving into Shopify’s Summer Editions 2025—also known as the “Horizons” release. If you’re new to Editions, here’s the quick scoop: every six months, Shopify rolls out a huge batch of updates—this summer’s release features over 150 enhancements spanning the entire platform. It’s th…

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"The Analysts": Sucharita Kodali, Neil Saunders & Simeon Siegel Decode What Really Matters 50:07

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This landmark episode launches "The Analysts," a periodic new feature segment, bringing together three of retail's most respected thought leaders in a new format . Part One features Sucharita Kodali (Forrester Research), Neil Saunders (GlobalData Retail), and Simeon Siegel (BMO Capital Markets) who cut through industry chaos to reveal what really m…

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Episode 197: How Ag Retailers Can Equip Their Facilities For the Future 16:57

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From the west coast to Wisconsin and through the central corn belt, Cody Steinkamp with Doyle Manufacturing helps ag retailers outfit their dry fertilizer warehouses to serve customers today and into the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Farm Journal

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Stop Gambling With Your Promotions 17:25

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Can we talk about something that's been driving me absolutely crazy? I keep seeing you amazing business owners setting these big, juicy revenue goals for your promotions - and I'm talking $10K, $50K, even $100K - only to watch you hit the wall halfway through wondering if it was even possible in the first place. Sound familiar? Yeah, I thought so. …

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Product Launch Series: Applying GenAI to Product Launch 21:09

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The complexity of today’s product launch environment demands a smarter, more optimized approach when it comes to planning—artificial intelligence (AI) is a potential tool to help teams keep up with the demanding pace. In the final episode of the Product Launch Series, Everly is joined by Ashley Stanley & Matt O\’Dell to explore how GenAI is already…

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How This Shopify Expert Built A $1M+ Etsy Store Without Ads (Free Traffic Secrets) 45:32

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! I'm Steve Hutt, and today we're diving into something that honestly blew my mind during our conversation. Picture this: 95 million active buyers actively searching for unique products, built-in traffic you don't have to pay for, and a platform where most successful sellers never touch ads. Sounds too good to be t…

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10 Tantalizing Tips for Tumultuous Times: Surviving Retail's Perfect Storm 52:14

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In this special edition episode, Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis address the unprecedented challenges facing retailers with Steve's "10 Tantalizing Tips for Tumultuous Times." Steve rates current market turbulence at a 9 out of 10, comparing it to COVID-era disruption but noting the added complexity of legal uncertainties around tariff policies. T…

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Work Less, Earn More: The Power of Being the Most Expensive 47:27

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In this episode, I sit down with Cat (Catalina Viau), an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her passion for photography into a thriving, seven-figure photo booth business. We talk about her journey from a corporate insurance career to building a brand that truly stands out — focusing on branding, quality, and strategic marketing. Cat shares her insi…

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Health Industry Chat – Federal Agency Restructuring: May 2025 23:51

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In this special episode of Trending Health, Mindy McGrath and Karen Baldry explore how recent changes across the U.S. federal health agencies and policies from the new administration are impacting the life sciences and biotech industry compounding with other pressures like the IRA, tariffs, and budget constraints. From launch delays at the FDA to s…

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How One Star Drop Kills 50% Of Sales: Amazon Review Removal Secrets With Danan Coleman 40:04

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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane. I'm your host, Steve Hutt. Ever felt like negative Amazon reviews are sabotaging your hard-earned sales, or that your product listings are quietly losing ground without you even knowing? You're not alone. In today's landscape, managing your brand's reputation across both Shopify and Amazon is more critical—and mo…

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Warby Parker's Remarkable Vision with Neil Blumenthal, co-CEO and Co-Founder (E) 28:14

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Joining us for a fascinating interview is Neil Blumenthal, co-founder and co-CEO of Warby Parker, one of the most successful and innovative "disruptor brands" to emerge in the past two decades. Neil shares the brand's origin story, what makes Warby Parker remarkable, why they've aggressively invested in brick-and-mortar locations, the critical inte…

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S01 E13 The co-packing connection: building food industry partnerships - Karl Wirtz 38:11

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In this episode of Recipes for Success, we sit down with Karl Wirtz, President of WG Corporate, to explore the vital but often misunderstood world of co-packing in the food industry. With decades of experience helping brands find packaging solutions from concept to shelf, Karl shares invaluable insights into what makes a successful co-packing partn…

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Why Holding Onto Potential Could Ruin Your Business 13:21

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Tired of spinning your wheels trying to grow your retail or e-commerce business? You’re in the right place. Welcome to Bringing Business to Retail, the show where I, Salena Knight—retail strategist, speaker, and former multi-store owner—share real, unfiltered strategies to help you scale with clarity, confidence, and cash flow. Each week, you'll ge…

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Product Launch Series: Elevating the HCP Experience 15:46

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Healthcare providers (HCPs) are busier and more overwhelmed than ever before, meaning the customer experience can no longer be an afterthought—it must be a strategic priority. In this Trending Health episode, Everly is joined by Raina Dhir & Colleen Lawlor to tackle a challenge every launch team faces—how to break through the noise and truly connec…

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Beyond Discounts: The Clienteling Strategies That Boost Customer Retention & Lifetime Value 43:02

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Ever wondered how to truly bridge the gap between your Shopify store and your retail locations? Or maybe you’ve heard the term “clienteling” tossed around by big brands and wondered if it’s just for luxury retailers, or if it can actually move the needle for your business, too? If you’re looking to drive more foot traffic, boost repeat purchases, a…

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The Evolution of Outlet Centers: Stephen Yalof, Tanger's CEO, on Value Retail's Transformation 50:51

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In this episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis begin with a news segment covering recent market developments, notably the "tariff turmoil" between the US and China. They discuss how the US has partially de-escalated its stance, with tariffs dropping from a proposed 145% to 30%, creating a 90-day window for …

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Episode 196: Inside Ag Retail’s Supply Chain: How This Industry’s Distribution is Unique 18:19

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Kyle Barton, procurement manager at Simplot Grower Solutions, manages the supply chain of crop protection, adjuvants, micronutrients, and biologicals for the company’s retail locations west of the Rocky Mountains. In total, that’s over 100 supplier relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Selling To Rich People 35:28

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I watched a wealthy man hand his trash to a hotel staff member and tip him for it. That moment changed everything about how I think about business. In this episode, I’m sharing the mindset shift that helped me (and my clients) stop selling to price-sensitive shoppers and start attracting high-value customers who expect to pay more. I’ll walk you th…

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Product Launch Series: Execution Readiness - Practice, Prove, Launch 19:09

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In today’s fast-paced environment of product launch, planning and preparation aren’t just important—they are essential to launch success. In our second episode of the Trending Health Product Launch Series, Everly is joined by two more Vynamic Launch Leaders, Christina and Swathi, as they explore critical launch readiness tools and key consideration…

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Episode 195: Demonstrating Value Is a Mandate: Fun, Shiny Objects Don’t Do the Job 19:24

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Benny Andres, who oversees the product management team at Bushel, shares how technology—and specifically software—can be used to strengthen the relationship between farmers and their trusted advisers. He says the Bushel team is applying a focus on how to do business better, and when value is demonstrated in the technology adoption, farmers the firs…

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Navigating Tariffs And Supply Chain Chaos: A Shopify Merchant's Survival Guide 27:40

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Are tariffs and supply chain chaos keeping you up at night? Not sure how to forecast inventory or manage cash flow when every shipment from China seems to come with a new surprise fee? If you’re a Shopify merchant importing from overseas, you’ve probably felt the sting of trade wars, unpredictable costs, and the pressure to deliver a seamless custo…

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The Beauty of Relevance: Getting Personal with Josh Friedman, Ulta's SVP Digital & eCommerce 41:58

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In this episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis begin by dissecting the week's most important retail news, highlighting the Trump administration's UK trade deal. They discuss the more consequential negotiations with China befor examining how Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein are experiencing sales dro…

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Recent UK Retail Ransomware Carnage is the ‘Canary in a Coalmine’ Moment for Sport 19:58

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Send us a text Hey everyone, and welcome back to the show! Today we're discussing a critical warning sign for the sports industry: the recent wave of ransomware attacks hitting UK retailers. This TIAKI article argues that this "carnage" serves as a stark "canary in a coalmine" final warning, highlighting the urgent need for sports organizations to …

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Beyond Gut Feel: How Al-Powered Psychological Profiling & Injury Prevention Maximizes Asset Performance & ROI 32:46

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Send us a text Hey podcast listeners! Today we're diving into the fascinating world of AI and sports performance, specifically how AI-powered psychological profiling and injury prevention are revolutionizing how we understand and maximize athlete potential. This TIAKI article explores how moving beyond intuition and leveraging data-driven insights …

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Gen Z & Alpha Are Here: Your Data & Security Deficit is Their Monetisation Exit 26:44

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Send us a text Welcome back to the show! Today we're talking about why understanding and securing the data of Gen Z and Alpha fans is no longer optional for sports organizations – it's crucial for monetization. Fail to prioritize their data privacy and security, and you risk alienating these key demographics and losing out on significant revenue op…

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The Risk of Fraudulent Deepfake Attacks in the Sports Ticketing Supply Chain 13:19

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Send us a text Hey everyone, and welcome to the podcast! Today we're diving into a concerning new threat in the sports world: fraudulent deepfake attacks targeting the ticketing supply chain. These sophisticated scams can lead to significant financial losses for fans and organizations alike, underscoring the urgent need for advanced security measur…

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The Gen Z and Alpha Fan Monetization Paradox in Global Sports 9:32

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Send us a text Hey listeners, get ready to unpack a fascinating challenge in the sports world: the Gen Z and Alpha fan monetization paradox. While these digital-native generations offer huge potential, their unique engagement habits and expectations create a complex puzzle for sports organizations trying to tap into their economic power. https://ti…

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Rugby’s Revolution: Data, Diversification and the Fight for the Future 11:38

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Send us a text Welcome back to our podcast! Today, we're exploring how the world of rugby is undergoing a revolution driven by data analytics and the need to diversify revenue streams. These crucial shifts are essential for the sport to adapt, grow its audience, and secure its future in an increasingly competitive entertainment landscape. https://t…

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The Looming Threat of Ransomware Attacks in the Digital Sports Industry 6:55

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Send us a text Hey podcast listeners! Today we're discussing the growing and serious threat of ransomware attacks targeting the digital sports industry. These attacks can cripple operations and compromise valuable fan data, making robust cybersecurity measures absolutely essential for protecting the integrity and financial health of sports organiza…