Best Michael Winn Podcasts (2025)

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Kraft Heinz Pilots AI Ketchup Agent, Ahold Delhaize Unveils Edge Platform & DoorDash Adds Reservations 8:17

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Kraft Heinz debuts The Cookbook, an AI agent giving workers access to 150 years of ketchup production expertise. Ahold Delhaize announces Edge, a unified retail media platform launching January 2026 that consolidates …

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Guests - Keith Gross, Don Wilkie, Betsy Smith 1:30:14

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Guests - Keith Gross, Don Wilkie, Betsy SmithBy Kathleen Winn

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Etsy Pops 16% on ChatGPT Instant Checkout, Kroger & DoorDash Expand to 2,700 Stores & Costco Early Hours Reshape Traffic 6:28

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Etsy shares surge 16% as OpenAI launches Instant Checkout, enabling ChatGPT users to purchase products directly through the AI chatbot, with over one million Shopify merchants coming soon. Kroger and DoorDash expand t…

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Guests - Rodney Glassman, Kelly Walker, Alex Kolodin, Chris Burgard 1:26:52

24h ago1:26:52

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Guests - Rodney Glassman, Kelly Walker, Alex Kolodin, Chris Burgard Attorney General Chris Mays appears to be ramping up actions against elected officials in Arizona, raising questions about priorities and partisan motivations. Attorney Rodney Glassman, who is running for Attorney General, shared his perspective on the current administration and hi…

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Amazon Pays $2.5B Prime Settlement, Starbucks $1B Restructuring & Costco Tops Earnings with Member Growth 8:47

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Amazon agrees to pay up to $2.5 billion to settle FTC claims it tricked customers into Prime memberships using deceptive website design Starbucks closes underperforming stores and cuts 900 non-retail jobs in $1 billio…

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guest - Remy The Republican Dogg 1:30:50

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guest - Remy The Republican Dogg Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted and taken into custody this morning. This significant development comes after years of controversy surrounding his role in various investigations, including the handling of the Hillary Clinton email case and the Russian interference probe…

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Walton's Weekly Wramblings | Never Put The Smart Cart Before The Store 11:12

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Chris Walton explains why he doesn't think grocers should be prioritizing smart cart investments. Brought to you with the help and support of Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, and more profits without the heavy lif…

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guests - Remy the Republican Dog 1:31:12

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guests - Remy the Republican Dog The propaganda machine and brainwashing mechanisms in the United States are in full swing. Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, we've witnessed the full effects of demonization against the Republican Party, the conservative movement, and Christian Americans. Every principle of propag…

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Michaels Fills Party City & Joann Void, Carter's Adopts 'Poison Pill' & ALDI Launches Massive Rebrand 7:02

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Michaels steps up to fill the retail void left by Party City and Joann's departures, launching The Knit & Sew Shop and The Party Shop nationwide. Carter's implements a shareholder rights plan after hedge fund Roseman …

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay Tolkoff 1:31:03

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay TolkoffBy Kathleen Winn

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Amazon Closes UK Fresh Stores, Sephora Launches Creator Platform & Office Depot Goes Private in $1B Deal 7:51

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Amazon announces the closure of all 19 Fresh grocery stores in the UK. Sephora launches My Sephora Storefront, a new affiliate platform enabling U.S. influencers to create customizable, shoppable digital storefronts i…

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith 1:29:42

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith Dominic Escamilla shared his personal experience attending Charlie Kirk's memorial service on Sunday. Despite standing in long lines and walking considerable distances in the heat, Escamilla described the event as deeply moving and spiritually powerful. Mark Beckman, author of "Som…

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Nike's Skims Collab Launches, Walmart Delivers Cold Prescriptions & Saks Eyes Bergdorf Sale 5:37

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Nike's highly anticipated activewear collaboration with Skims launches Friday. Walmart becomes the first retailer to deliver refrigerated prescriptions nationwide, including insulin and GLP-1s, alongside groceries in …

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar 1:29:35

8d ago1:29:35

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar Yesterday marked an unforgettable moment as thousands gathered to honor Charlie Kirk at Cardinals Stadium in Phoenix. The event, which began at 5 a.m. and concluded around 3:30 p.m., wasn't political in nature but rather a Christian gathering to honor a man who dedicated his life to his faith and …

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Amazon Partners with Winn-Dixie for Florida Delivery, Sam's Club Dethrones Costco & Claire's Rescued from Bankruptcy 5:15

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Amazon expands its grocery partnership strategy by launching online delivery of Winn-Dixie's full grocery assortment in Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida. Sam's Club overtakes longtime leader Costco as America's top w…

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan 1:30:01

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan This Friday marks one of the toughest weeks in recent memory following the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Jeff Utsch, senior faculty lead instructor at the Leadership and Freedom Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and head swim instructor at Streamline Performance, joins t…

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:26

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern a heartfelt conversation with Shelly Boggs, Superintendent of Public Instruction for Maricopa County, Kathleen Winn reflects on the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's life and legacy following his tragic death. In conversation with Seamus Bruner, Director of Research at the Government Accountabi…

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Schnucks Expands Midwest Footprint, Kroger Brings Back Paper Coupons & Best Buy Challenges Amazon 5:47

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Schnucks makes major regional expansion move, acquiring Wisconsin-based Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers through newly formed 1939 Group, creating 164-store chain across four Midwest states while preserving local banners and community connections. Kr…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon 1:29:09

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon The assassination of Charlie Kirk has brought America to a critical moment in its fight to defend the nation. The embodiment of American values has been murdered in the public square—a young man of faith, family, and courage who stood for traditional American ideals.By Kathleen Winn

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Amazon Returns Prime Big Deal Days, Instacart Pushes Price Parity & Toys"R"Us Plans Holiday Expansion 6:17

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Amazon announces the return of Prime Big Deal Days for October 7-8, 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of the fall Prime sales event that officially kicks off the holiday shopping season. Instacart CEO Chris Rogers reveals the company's strategy …

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt 1:30:23

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt The transgender movement's influence has grown exponentially across America, reaching into schools, homes, and courts - often with devastating consequences for families. Despite President Trump's immediate actions to undo trans indoctrination and halt federal funding for organizations promoting gender ideolog…

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U.S. eGrocery Hits Record $11.2B, Tyson Removes High Fructose Corn Syrup & VF Corp Sells Dickies for $600M 4:49

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: U.S. online grocery sales reach new monthly record of $11.2 billion in August 2025, with delivery surging 30% year-over-year and multi-method shopping behavior accelerating as cross-shopping with Walmart hits all-time highs Tyson Foods commits to removi…

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow 1:29:24

15d ago1:29:24

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow In the wake of the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the conversation about free speech, parental rights, and the impact of gender ideology in education has taken on new urgency. The recent events have highlighted the dangerous consequences of political division and the vital importanc…

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Kelly Cardenas: The Power of The VIBE: Building People First and Allowing Them to Build the Business 31:43

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Kelly Cardenas is a visionary leader, bestselling author, speaker, and popular podcast host. What started as cutting hair for extra cash in high school turned into founding Kelly Cardenas Salons, with locations in Chicago, San Diego, Las Vegas, and Carlsbad-including the iconic Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Kelly tells …

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Kroger Reviews Automated Network, Walgreens Expands Party Supplies & Love's Adds Buffalo Wild Wings Go 5:33

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Kroger conducts site-by-site analysis of its automated fulfillment network, shifting focus back to store-level fulfillment as cost pressures mount and performance varies widely across locations. Walgreens makes a strategic play for the party supply mark…

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guest - Josh Jacobsen 1:30:00

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith Guest - Josh Jacobsen The recent arrest of a suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Even those on the left are beginning to realize that there's a manifestation of violence behind divisive rhetoric. The suspect, a 22-year-old former college student who had becom…

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Walton's Weekly Wramblings | Gap's Beauty Isn't In The Eye Of This Beholder 9:36

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Chris Walton explains why the rationale put forward by Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson to extend into the beauty business just doesn't hold up under scrutiny. Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, and more profits without…

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer 1:30:16

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer On the somber occasion of September 11, 2024, Win Tucson dedicated its broadcast to honoring Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was tragically killed in an apparent political assassination the previous day. …

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Morrisons Pilots U.K.'s First Caper Carts, Sam's Club Pioneers Frontline AI & Starbucks Completes Inventory Vision AI Tech Rollout 6:11

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Morrisons becomes the first U.K. grocer to pilot Instacart's AI-powered Caper Carts, bringing smart shopping technology with automatic item recognition and personalized recommendations to British customers starting in early 2026. Sam's Club breaks new g…

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith 1:25:44

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith The diplomatic relationship between the United States and China continues to evolve under the Trump administration, with recent developments highlighting both tension and cautious dialogue. Secretary of War Pete Hagseth held his first call this week with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, a co…

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith 1:29:45

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith Lee Smith, author of the forthcoming book "The China Matrix, The Epic Story of How Donald Trump Shattered a Deadly Pack," joined Win Tucson to discuss recent geopolitical developments. Smith, an investigative journalist, shared insights on President Trump's appr…

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Hy-Vee Partners with Instacart for Carrot Ads, Walmart Opens Automated Perishables Facility & AI Search Tools Challenge Google 5:22

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Hy-Vee RedMedia launches Instacart Carrot Ads on Hy-vee.com, giving CPG brands new opportunities to reach high-intent shoppers through performance-driven, native advertising placements. Walmart opens its third automated perishables distribution center i…

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Sam's Club Refreshes Digital Experience, Apple Embeds Pay Later & Office Depot Promises 15-Minute Pickup 5:33

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Sam's Club completes major website and app refresh with new "global intent center" that personalizes shopping experience based on fulfillment choice, while expanding club fulfillment spaces to support growing e-commerce business. Apple transforms buy no…

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala 1:27:43

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala Robert Bowse, a financial institutions expert working in Washington D.C., detailed troubling allegations against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The case centers on what appears to be systematic mortgage fraud involving multiple properties and false occupancy statements. Secretary of State cand…

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Albertsons Launches Three New Retail Media Channels, Walmart Partners with OpenAI & Gap Bets Big on Beauty 5:25

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Albertsons launches three new retail media channels including organic influencers, premium in-store screens, and expanded onsite placements, while offering free curated advertising packages that match CPG investment with enterprise media dollars. Walmar…

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni 1:29:47

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni President Trump has issued an executive order renaming the US Department of Defense as the Department of War. The order designates "Department of War" as a secondary title for administrative purposes, allowing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to adopt the traditional title of Secretary of War in …

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones 1:31:47

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones State Senator John Kavanagh, representing the third legislative district in the Arizona Senate since 2023, brings a unique background to his legislative role. Before entering politics, Kavanagh served 20 years as a Port Authority Police officer in New York City. After retiring, he earned a PhD i…

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Walton's Weekly Wramblings | From Wi-Fi Hell to Retail Heaven: Why Best Buy Gets It Right 10:25

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Chris Walton continues to be impressed by Best Buy, and this episode explains what stands out the most to him. This episode is brought to you by: Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, and more profits without the heavy…

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Target Tests Free Circle 360 Memberships, Macy's Earnings Beat Sends Shares Soaring & Walmart's OnePay Launches 6:09

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Target experiments with customer acquisition by offering free year-long Circle 360 memberships to qualifying shoppers, as the retailer seeks new growth levers amid declining sales. Macy's shares surge 20% after beating earnings expectations and raising …

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith 1:30:08

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith On September 2nd, China held what many analysts are calling the largest military parade in modern Chinese history. This event marks a critical turning point in geopolitical dynamics, according to Ava Chen of the New Federal State of China, who joined host Kathleen Winn on China Watch Wednesday. "The world is different…

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Sycamore Closes Walgreens Deal & Splits Into 5 Companies, Best Buy Partners with Uber Eats & Walmart Challenges Amazon's Streaming 4:57

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Sycamore Partners completes its $10 billion acquisition of Walgreens, ending the pharmacy chain's nearly 100-year public company run and splitting it into five separate businesses while installing Staples veteran Mike Motz as the new CEO. Best Buy expan…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala 1:27:59

27d ago1:27:59

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne addressed recent public statements by Attorney General Kris Mayes claiming he had improperly approved ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account) purchases. Legal analyst and former assistant state attorney Keith Gross provided ins…

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Walmart Store Delivery Jumps 50%, Ulta Beauty Raises Outlook & Dick's Beats Expectations Ahead of Foot Locker Deal 7:10

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walmart reports 50% growth in store-fulfilled delivery sales as one-third of deliveries arrive in three hours or less, with AI-powered dynamic delivery windows driving customer loyalty. Ulta Beauty posts 9.3% net sales growth in Q2, raises full-year out…

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Michael Swanson: Don't Be a Pop-Tart; You're a Souffle! 1:10:02

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Michael Swanson is an Emmy award winner, Hollywood TV studio executive, and film producer. He is also a visionary entrepreneur and president/CEO of the Los Angeles-based production and distribution company, Faith Filmworks. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Michael proves that his formula of kindness, gratitude, and cultivating a connection with co-wo…

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The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro 51:53

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the nature of dignity, the soul-crushing need to justify your existence, the cost of disordered loves, ambiguous epiphanies, the inherent value of humanity, the classist admiration for English lords, and whether or not they would have made good butlers. What We’re Reading: The Cost of the Discipleship by …

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani 1:31:18

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani Congressional candidate Daniel Butierez is working hard in the final weeks before the special election for Arizona's Congressional District 7 on September 23rd. As a businessman rather than a career politician, Butierez offers a distinct alternative to his Democrati…

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Walton's Weekly Wramblings | Walmart’s “You Win. We Win” Mantra Is Its Digital Superpower 10:51

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Chris Walton immersed himself in all things digital at Walmart's Marketplace Seller Summit this week and came away more than a little impressed. This episode is brought to you by: Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, …

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore 1:27:32

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore On Wednesday, a horrific shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during a service marking the beginning of the school year. According to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, two children, ages 8 and 10, were killed where they sat in the pews. An additional 14 students between the ages of…

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Macy's Partners with Amazon for Ads, Walmart Bridges Digital-Physical Divide & Amazon Further Integrates Whole Foods 4:46

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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute: Macy's Media Network becomes the first major retailer to partner with Amazon Retail Ad Service, allowing advertisers to buy sponsored product ads through Amazon's platform while maintaining customer data privacy. Walmart launches next-day delivery for t…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:23

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Winn spoke with Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China about concerns regarding Chinese Communist Party influence over Chinese students studying in American universities. A mass shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis has claimed multiple lives, including two children aged e…