Best Phillips Edison 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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Ep 165 GAME, PLAY: The Indie Game Dev Journey with Jasmine Phillips 52:49

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In this episode, we talk to Jasmine Phillips on all things digital game design 🎮 Jasmine is a 2D game artist, animator, and founder of Nomo Studio. Born and raised in the Philippines, she studied Game Design and Development before freelancing with studios on titles like Episode, World Chef, and Laboratory Mayhem. Now in Australia, she’s continued f…

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Ep 164 GAME, PLAY: Conflict, Cards and Creativity with Urusaro Rwagaju 48:36

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In this episode we talk to Urusaro Rwagaju as we get a taste of the physical craft of Game Design. Saro is a design strategist, award-winning vocalist & songwriter, and the creative lead at the Museum of Sticks and Stones. Her work explores how creativity, dialogue, play, and design can bring people together to foster social cohesion and build comm…

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Ep 163 GAME, PLAY: An Introduction to Gamification with Dr Zac Fitz-Walter 35:45

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In this episode we talk to Dr Zac Fitz-Walter on all things Gamification. Zac has a PhD in user experience, gamification, and motivational science. He’s the co-founder of the Make It Toolkit, co-runs a game and design studio called Eat More Pixels, and lectures in university Game Design courses. Join us as we discuss the evolution of gamification, …

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Ep. 60: L&L Hawaiian Barbecue 26:11

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Send us a text Celebrating Retail Intel's 60th Episode! 👏✨ What happens when the son of a dishwasher transforms a small investment into a nationwide restaurant phenomenon? Eddie Flores Jr. reveals the remarkable journey behind L&L Hawaiian Barbecue's success in this captivating conversation about entrepreneurship, cultural authenticity, and the pow…

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Ep 162 James Martin (aka Made By James) 36:12

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We sat down with James Martin—aka Made By James—partner at Lincoln Design Co. James is a brand designer, storyteller, educator, and relentless sharer of process—someone who’s built an authentic brand and community around his work. Recorded while James was in Sydney for the Canva Design Advisory Board, this conversation covers everything from design…

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Ep. 59: Mazunte 28:11

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Send us a text What happens when a beach-loving journalism student discovers the transformative flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine? For Josh Wamsley, it sparked a journey from teaching English abroad to founding Mazunte. Join us to hear the inspiring story behind this beloved Midwest Restaurant.By Phillips Edison and Company

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Ep. 58: Amber Waves 44:25

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Send us a text Join Brian Sheehan as he sits down with Katie Baldwin and Amanda Merrow, Founders of Amber Waves. What happens when two aspiring professionals with backgrounds in economics and international relations stumble into farming? For Katie Baldwin and Amanda Merrow, it sparked the creation of Amber Waves Farm, a revolutionary nonprofit teac…

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Ep. 57: X-Golf 31:44

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Send us a text Join Brian Sheehan and special guest Michael Ruvolo, Co-Chief Executive Officer of X-Golf, on the latest episode of Retail Intel! Dive into an insightful discussion about the ins and outs of retail and uncover how X-Golf is redefining the game. Whether you're in the industry or simply curious about the innovative intersection of reta…

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Ep. 56: Sit Still Kids Salon 33:37

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Send us a text This week on Retail Intel, host Brian Sheehan sits down with the amazing Amy Leclerc, Co-Owner and President of Franchising at Sit Still Kids Salon. 🎧 Tune in as Brian explores how Sit Still is revolutionizing the niche kids' salon industry—creating inspiring and imaginative experiences for children and their families. Amy shares her…

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Ep. 55: Angry Chickz 33:23

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Send us a text This week on Retail Intel, host Brian Sheehan connects with Mike LaRue, Angry Chickz Franchisee, for an in-depth conversation about what makes Angry Chickz a standout brand. 🐓💥 Discover their insights on balancing perfection vs. revenue. Explore the unique philosophy behind their partnerships. Learn about their franchise development …

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Ep. 54: The Culinary CMO- Part 2 32:46

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Send us a text PECO’s Brian Sheehan sits down for Part 2 with Sri Divel, the Principal of The Culinary CMO, to talk about what's new and exciting, affecting the restaurant world! Sri’s profound insights and expertise shine through—showcasing the incredible connection between creativity and strategy in the culinary world. Catch the full episode now …

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Ep 161 Amber Bonney (The Edison Agency) & Andrew Ashton (Aa Design) 49:09

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This episode, listen in as Aa Design Studio Creative Director, Andrew Ashton sits down to chat with Amber Bonney, founder of The Edison Agency. They dive deep into the world of fast-moving consumer goods, and Amber speaks candidly about her experience with neurodiversity and how it’s impacted her working life.…

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Ep. 53: MG2 30:43

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Send us a text What makes a physical store truly worth visiting in today's digital-first world? Melissa Gonzalez, founder of MG2 Advisory, reveals the evolution of retail design that's reshaping how brands connect with consumers through physical spaces. Listen now and join the conversation about creating spaces that deliver experiences digital simp…

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Ep 160 Nu Goteh (Room For Magic + Deem Journal) & Anzac Tasker (Guardians) 46:34

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On this final episode of our ⁠The Design Conference⁠ '24 series tune in to hear Anzac Tasker founder and executive creative director of ⁠Guardians⁠ an agency led by intention, that was born out Aotearoa, New Zealand, speak with Nu Goteh the principal of ⁠Room For Magic⁠, a community-centric research and creative studio based in Los Angeles that ins…

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Ep. 52: Dirty Dough 36:39

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Send us a text Tune in to the latest episode of Retail Intel with host Brian Sheehan, our Director of National Accounts, and special guest Bennett Maxwell, Chairman of Dirty Dough. Discover how Dirty Dough is shaking up the cookie game with their super-stuffed cookie bombs! From unique processes to the sweet secrets behind their growth, you don't w…

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Ep 159 Dominic Hofstede & Rob Duncan (Mucho) — TDC24 31:03

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In this episode, we hear from Rob Duncan and Dominic Hofstede, Creative Directors and Partners at Mucho. They explore a variety of topics including the perception of Australian Design, challenges with decision-makers and uncertainty, and their insights into wayfinding, with some fun facts on airports 🛫 Special thanks to Rob and Dominic for taking t…

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Ep 158 Corine Roesner (Roes Coach) & Emmi Salonen (Studio Emmi) — TDC24 35:32

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This episode, listen in as Studio Emmi founder Emmi Salonen, chats with mindcoach, Corine Roesner about creative leadership and management skills, as well as diving deep on burnout - from their own personal experiences with it, to crafting environments that might better prevent it, and the importance of addressing the root issues. Thank you to Emmi…

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Ep 157 Arielle Bodenstein & Claudia Henderson (For The People) — TDC24 31:02

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Listen in as Arielle Bodenstein, Senior Storyteller chats with Claudia Henderson, Strategy Director. These two co-workers/friends dive into everything from handling perfectionism in creative work to acknowledging problems and their importance — plus an insider’s view on life at For The People. Make sure to check out their conference talks via The D…

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Ep 156 Tarra van Amerongen (Atlassian) & Patrick Guerrera (Re Agency) — TDC24 47:39

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Listen in as Tarra van Amerongen, Head of Design at Atlassian, chats with Patrick Guerra, Founder & CEO of Re, and APAC Lead at M&C Saatchi Consulting. They dish out some quick fire home truths about the industry, as well as discussing leadership of creatives, dealing with urgency from clients, fostering the space for creativity while steering clea…

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Ep 51: Taco Pros 23:32

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Send us a text Dive into the purest flavors of Mexico with our latest episode of Retail Intel! Join host Brian Sheehan and Bhagyesh Patel, co-founder and CEO of Taco Pros, as they explore the enticing world of Mexican market street foods.Inspired by the gastronomic art of Mexico, Taco Pros aims to transport you to the flavors of Mexican Tianguis (m…

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EP 155 BATE & Martini Rc (By Fiction) & Casey Martin (Play Studio) — TDC24 33:38

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Tune in to a conversation between BATE and Martin, founders of ⁠By Fiction⁠, and Casey, the founder of ⁠Play⁠. They really get into the nitty-gritty of starting and scaling a studio — with plenty of practical insights throughout. Thank you BATE, Martin and Casey, and thank you to ⁠The Design Conference⁠ (TDC) for having us. If you liked this episod…

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Ep154 Mat Bogust (Think Packaging) & Kelvin Soh (DDMMYY) — TDC24 38:58

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Listen in as Mat Bogust, Design & Managing Director of Think Packaging, chats with Kelvin Soh, founder of DDMMYY. They share their experiences in packaging design, reflect on the early days of their careers, and discuss the challenges of planning projects that aim to last from 100 to 1000 years. Make sure to check out their conference talks via The…

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Ep153 Julie Solvstrom & Guillermo Flores — TDC24 32:27

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Listen in as Julie Solvstrom, Illustrator and lettering artist chats to Guillermo Flores, art director, illustrator and graphic designer. They discuss setting and crossing boundaries as a creative practitioner, building support systems and the importance of community, and being a part of something bigger than yourself. Check out Julie's work: julie…

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Ep152 Carmen Angelillo (Niceshit) & Mat Voyce — TDC24 35:47

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Listen in as Carmen Angelillo, co-founder and creative director at Niceshit studio, chats with type designer and animator Mat Voyce. Join them as they discuss their work, how they sustain or regain motivation in both personal and client projects as well as the ways they manage frustration, and the red and green flags they look for in a project. Tha…

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Ep151 Richie Meldrum & Paul Balfe & Kiel Tillman (Pennybridge) — TDC24 41:14

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Listen in as Richie Meldrum, the founder of Bare Brand Strat, chats to Paul Balfe and Kiel Tillman from Pennybridge Creative. Join them as they talk about all things brand and strategy - from their ways of managing client feedback, to sharing stories in advertising. Thank you Richie, Paul and Kiel for being a part of it, and to Matthew Haynes and T…

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Ep150 Mary Faber 32:33

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In this episode we sat down with Mary Faber, brand & product designer at Josephmark, ahead of her talk at AtypI Brisbane 2024. Mary speaks with co-hosts Amaani Thassim and Grace Pointon about the evolution of design inspiration, the font design process, how AI shapes up in generating fonts today, and how it might impact the future of the discipline…

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Ep 50: Vampire Penguin 17:20

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Send us a text We're celebrating the 50th Retail Intel Episode! Ready for some shaved snow magic? Join Brian Sheehan as he sits with the Co-Founders of Vampire Penguin, Paolo & Leo San Luis! Discover the delicious story behind one of today's most unique and trending dessert brands. Listen now to get inspired by their incredible journey and see how …

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Ep149 Kel Lauren & Elliot Ulm 38:41

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In this episode, we sit down with two well-loved creatives and content creators - Kel Lauren and Elliot Ulm. Listen in as they discuss the graphic design content space, the balance between success and self-worth when collaborating with big names, and reminisce about their favourite design software over the years. This episode was recorded at Canva …

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Ep148 Alex Naghavi 38:26

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For our last episode in the series, we’re speaking with Alex Naghavi, Partner and Executive Creative Director at Josephmark. In this episode, we dig into Josephmarks evolution and practical strategies to foster connection in a remote work environment; we talk about leadership and the importance of trust, as well as diving into Josephmark’s work wit…

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Ep147 Leah Heiss 40:09

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In episode two of our mini-series asking 'How can design be used to tackle disconnection?' we’re speaking with Leah Heiss, a Melbourne-based designer and the Besen International Research Chair in Design at Monash University. Through collaborative projects, Leah has brought human-centred design to technology to improve and save lives. We speak to Le…

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Ep 49: Almond Surfboards 48:24

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Send us a text In our latest episode of Retail Intel, Brian Sheehan sits down with Dave Allee, founder of Almond Surfboards. Almond Surfboards isn’t just a surf shop — they're a custom board shaper, an apparel brand, a surf product collaborator, an eCommerce business, and a community hub all rolled into one. Tune in to hear about their dynamic, mul…

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Ep146 Jessica Watson 35:50

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Today we are hearing from Jessica Watson, independent user experience consultant for the built environment. This episode is the start of a new mini-series featuring co-host, Pip Kennedy who asks 'How can design be used to tackle disconnection?'. Jess is on a mission to revolutionise the way we design and build our places based on radical inclusion …

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Ep 48: Happy Lemon 24:55

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Send us a text Dive into the latest episode of Retail Intel! Brian Sheehan sits down with Jasmine Chin, managing member of Happy Lemon USA, to discuss the art of serving refreshing, delectable beverages including their famous Cheese Foam Tea. Get ready to uncover industry secrets, brand stories, and inspiring tips.…

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Ep 47: Swig 30:24

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Send us a text Join our host Brian Sheehan as he chats with Nicole Tanner, the visionary Founder of Swig, home of the Dirty Soda. Discover how Swig is bubbling up across the country. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation filled with entrepreneurial wisdom and innovative ideas.By Phillips Edison and Company