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About our guest:Steven Gaffney is a leading expert on increasing business profit through change management, honest communication, and high performing teams. An author, speaker, and trusted advisor, Steven works directly with top leaders from Fortune 500 companies like Amazon, Marriott, Allstate Insurance, and even the U.S. government and military. Steven has authored four ground-breaking books: Just Be Honest: Authentic Communication Strategies that Get Results and Last a Lifetime, Honesty Works! Real-World Solutions to Common Problems at Work and Home, Be A Change Champion, and co-author of Honesty Sells: How to Make More Money and Increase Business Profits. He is currently working on two books: Reboot: How to Create and Sustain High Performing Teams, and The 9 Pillars of Sustainable Profitable Business Growth. His latest release, Unconditional Power, is available everywhere.Steven helps leaders across many industries. Some of his clients include: Amazon, Marriott, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, SAIC, Allstate Insurance, BP, World Bank, Congressional Budget Office, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of the Navy, Citigroup, Texas Instruments, NASA,American Cancer Society, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers, Best Buy, and Johns Hopkins University. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!
You might be able to find the perfect furniture to go with your new TV you buy at Best Buy! Join Intern John, Sos, and Rose as we talk about mini-IKEAs opening at Best Buys and more!Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts
We're sending Kathy Griffin good vibes. Kim Kardashian went to Mexico for a new treatment. Does Kris Jenner have 6 toes? A photoshopping faux pas comes for the Kardashians again. Kourtney Kardashian took internet parenting criticism to heart. The most expensive coffee on the planet. Human connection to nature is lower than ever. IKEA is opening mini stores in Best Buys. Plus: The Labubu black market is open, and a crisis at Chuck E. Cheese.
COPCK: The David Bowie Edition! Also, Finneas talks about an awkward moment he had with Taylor Swift and IKEA is teaming up with Best Buy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
MONDAY HR 3 Monster Sports - ORLANDO CITY SC WIN!! NFL Preseason games. NASCAR HDMI cables! Best Buy joining up with this popular store.
It's the dawn of a new era... featuring a new host (this guy named TJ?) and a refreshing cast, most of whom we haven't seen in a minute! Mel joins us to begin breaking it all down as the drama and Best Buy gift cards keep us hooked from the first moments of this next season.This podcast covers episodes 1-6!ALL our episodes available AD-FREE on Patreon! Plus WEEKLY bonus episodes, our group chat and community, suggest us shows to watch, and more!Follow the podcast on BlueSky!Follow Matt and Scally on BlueSky!Follow the podcast on Twitter!Follow Matt and Scally on Twitter!Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Gauntlet 2 cast:Veterans:Ace AmersonAdam LarsonAneesa FerreiraBeth StolarczykBrad FiorenzaDavid BurnsDerrick KosinskiJisela DelgadoJulie StofferKatie DoyleMark LongMontana McGlynnRobin HibbardRuthie AlcaideSyrus YarbroughTimmy Beggy"Rookies":Adam KingAlton WilliamsCameran EubanksCara ZavaletaDanny DiasIbis NievesJamie MurrayJeremy BlossomJillian ZoboroskiJo RhodesJodi WeathertonKina DeanLandon LueckMJ GarrettRandy BarrySusie Meister
This week on the Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporters Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels chat about Ikea's new pilot partnership with Best Buy, and why the first-ever partnership with a a third party retailer could become a meaningful new acquisition channel. And they unpack how tween mall staple Claire's wound up filing for Chapter 11 for the second time in seven years -- and why they may be not be the last legacy retailer to get pushed over the edge by tariff policy. Later in the episode (14:50), Daniels is joined by reporter Julia Waldow to discuss her recent story on how some brands are readying themselves for a potential checkout tool native to ChatGPT. They get into how AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini and more are blowing up the traditional consumer funnel, and how brands are trying to get ahead of the curve.
Send us a textWelcome to Safe Dividend Investing's Podcast 234 - (9 August 2025) Ian Duncan MacDonald has started to write another investment book on stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. It will be called “2025 Edition – America's 200 Strongest High Dividend Stocks – Analyzed and Scored”. It is being written for investors who fear making investing in individual stocks because they fear losing the savings, they may have spent a lifetime accumulating.Ian's books always show investors an easy, safe way to pick financially strong companies who pay high dividends . Stocks that can provide a generous, reliable, growing income while also increasing the value of their portfolio. Unlike mutual funds and other investment vehicles where investors have no control over their investment, self-directed investors who create a manageable portfolio of 20 stocks from the 200 analyzed and scored stocks will know exactly what they are invested in and why they chose each stock for their portfolio. Ian is inviting those wanting to gain self-confidence in self directed investing to follow along in his podcasts over the next few months as he scores and analyzes a sampling of financially strong, high dividend stocks from his new book. Today he is scoring, comparing and analyzing BCE Inc, Best Buy Company Inc and Betterware De Mexico. For more information on self-directed investing go to my website www.informus.ca or listen to the previous 233 weekly podcasts. The first 160 podcasts are devoted to answering questions from investors just like you. Ian Duncan MacDonald imacd@informus.caIan Duncan MacDonald Author and Commercial Risk Consultant,President of Informus Inc 2 Vista Humber Drive Toronto, Ontario Canada, M9P 3R7 Toronto Telephone - 416-245-4994 New York Telephone - 929-800-2397 imacd@informus.ca
Send us a textRomanian photographer Mihaela Noroc joins Angela Nicholson in this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast to talk about her global portrait project, The Atlas of Beauty. Mihaela has spent more than a decade travelling the world and photographing women from diverse cultures, backgrounds and generations. Her aim? To challenge stereotypes and show that beauty is everywhere.She shares how a disheartening experience at university caused her to step away from photography for years and how travel helped her reconnect with her passion. What began as a personal project on the streets of foreign cities quickly became a viral success, eventually leading to two published books and a growing international following.Mihaela opens up about the realities of life on the road, how she approaches women for portraits and the importance of building trust. She discusses why she doesn't limit her work to a specific look or age group and how her own struggles with body image inspired her to broaden the world's understanding of beauty.Now a mother, Mihaela continues her work with a new sense of balance, often taking her family along and exploring analogue photography as a slower, more meaningful way of working. Her reflections on beauty, confidence and resilience are a reminder of the power photography has to change how we see each other and ourselves.Connect with MihaelaWebsiteFacebookInstagramCEWEThis episode is brought to you by CEWE - Europe's leading photo printing company and their hero product, the CEWE Photobook that is the proud recipient of the Which? Best Buy award.You know those thousands of photos sitting on your phone or hard drive? With a CEWE Photobook, you can turn your memories into a beautiful, high-quality album that you'll want to show off. Every page is fully customisable and you can pick from a range of sizes, finishes, and layouts, designing every detail with their easy-to-use editor — or let their Smart Assistant help. So if you're ready to do something real with your photos, head over to cewe.co.uk.Support the show
Lots of deals were happening for "Summer Black Friday" also known as Prime Day/Week. I continued to focus on Airpods from Best Buy with great success. I also experimented with the Amex $1k offer for Dell, and some more stuff with Walmart and Costco.For a full catalog of episodes, and the private Slack group, please go to churninglife.com for a link to the Patreon page.
The Automotive Troublemaker w/ Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier
Shoot us a Text.Episode #1113: Today we cover Amazon's push into used car sales, Rivian's legal battle to sell direct in Ohio, and Ikea's first-ever retail partnership with Best Buy. Show Notes with links:Amazon Autos now includes used and certified pre-owned vehicles. Starting in Los Angeles with Hyundai dealers, the program will soon roll out to more cities nationwide.Hyundai dealers can now list used and CPO cars, including non-Hyundai models.Vehicles come with a 3-day/300-mile return policy and a 30-day/1,000-mile warranty.Amazon promises transparent pricing, history reports, and no hidden fees.Customers can browse inventory within 75 miles and schedule test drives online.Amazon's Fan Jin: “This move continues our commitment to support local dealerships, now connecting dealers with more prospective customers online across new, certified pre-owned, and used vehicle categories.”Todd Caputo on LinkedIn: “Amazon sells purchases — not just eyeballs, phone calls, and form fills. Most dealers still make car buying way harder than it has to be. Amazon won't.”Rivian is taking Ohio to court, arguing the state's 2014 ban on direct-to-consumer sales is unconstitutional — especially since Tesla was granted a carve-out to sell under the very same law.Tesla was allowed to operate three Ohio stores under a special exemption.Rivian already runs service centers in the state but must sell cars elsewhere and deliver them in.Rivian says the law shields franchised dealers and seeks an injunction to stop enforcement of the banRivian's filing states: “It reduces competition, decreases consumer choice and drives up consumer costs and inconvenience — all of which harm consumers — with literally no countervailing benefit.”For the first time ever, Ikea is teaming up with another retailer — and the partner is Best Buy. The collaboration will bring mini Ikea showrooms into electronics stores, starting with kitchens and laundry setups.The first 10 hubs launch this fall in Florida and Texas, averaging 1,000 square feet each.Customers can shop Ikea furnishings paired with Best Buy appliances and get design consultations.Two locations will serve as Ikea order pickup centers, expanding fulfillment options.The partnership mirrors Target's Ulta and Kohl's Sephora mini-stores — aiming for “one-stop home solutions.”Ikea COO Rob Olson: “This new partnership is really allowing us to bring the Ikea experience closer to where people live.”Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/
In this episode I go through the potential best buys heading into round 23 of the nrl fantasy season!Join the new Facebook group which is replacing the discord group herehttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AQavXJogu/?mibextid=K35XfPCome and join a big group of people that love talking NRL Fantasy. Receive advice from myself and other superstar players including Riley 5th, Bevan 8th, Hayden 9th and Mitch 21st (2024). Be in the running for big prizes as seen last year with 2 x $1000 winners.What is included in this year private group is below:- Massive Top 10 Written Analysis (20th, 50,100,500,1000,2000 included for comparison)- Massive Top 10 Video Analysis (20th, 50,100,500,1000,2000 include for comparison)- The 3 Best Season Long Trading Strategies after analysing the top 10- The 4 Different ways the top 10 made the top 10 (Each strategy works)- My Trading Checklist- My clear team structure plans (how many guns, cows etc)Full Season Pricing & What You Get (4 Tiers)JBFA Private = $20 AUD- Access to the exclusive private Facebook Group & Group Chat with likeminded people which includes:My weekly best buys, teams to target, captaincy rankings, trades discussion, late mail, my late changes.- Post your questions in the weekly thread answered by me in the thread.- Contribute to the private group consensus team- Finals fantasy accessPayment DetailsAustralian Bank AccountJamie BrownBSB: 062692AN: 41028639Wise.com. (good overseas option)Or PayPalJamie@wattlecomms.com.auDM me or email me at jamie@wattlecomms.com.au when you have paid.#nrl #nrlfantasy #nrlfantasy2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Where not to buy can be just as telling as where to invest. In this episode, we dive into the thinking behind our latest National Top 10 Best Buys report – and why some of Australia's strongest recent performers, like Perth, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast, are no longer on the list. We explain why these booming markets have now passed their peak, and shine a light on the emerging "second wind" locations – early-stage markets with the right ingredients for future growth. If you want to spot the next wave before the crowd catches on, this is the insight you've been waiting for.
Ryan Recker covers a wild mix this segment, starting with the surprising news that Greg Gutfeld will guest host The Tonight Show to boost ratings as Jimmy Fallon struggles. He digs into the strategy behind this conservative crossover and anticipates how it'll play out. Then, he highlights a viral Minnesota meteorologist who was criticized for texting on air during severe weather coverage—but Recker defends the guy, pointing out how personal safety trumps “professionalism” in a crisis. The segment pivots to the WNBA, where fans throwing sex toys onto the court have sparked outrage among players and prompted bans, with concerns about security tightening at games. Finally, an unexpected retail partnership emerges as Best Buy and IKEA team up to create mini IKEA display setups inside Best Buy stores, targeting dorm-room shoppers and aiming to increase foot traffic.
Ryan Wrecker fills in for Marc Cox, diving into the political circus dissecting Democrats' desperate coalitions and Kamala Harris's political maneuvering. He breaks down CNN's Harry Enten's pragmatic take on Harris's failed governor bid and muses on the chaotic state of the Democratic Party, dominated by Trump's shadow. The hour shifts to market updates and breaking news with Nicole, including a Boeing machinists strike, tariffs, healthcare inflation, and quirky social trends like Toronto's daytime dance party. The banter then veers into a hilarious, off-the-rails debate on men and dancing, butt-slapping in sports, and marriage dynamics, showing a lighter side to the news grind. Finally, Ryan covers entertainment and cultural news: Greg Gutfeld guest hosting The Tonight Show, a meteorologist texting on air to check on family amid severe weather, WNBA fans throwing inappropriate items on the court, and a retail partnership between Best Buy and IKEA targeting dorm shoppers.
On "The Lead" - Jason talks to Lt. Col. Brian Morgan from the MN National Guard about how they're helping St. Paul recover from a cyber attack. Then Michael Rand from the Star Tribune reacts to a Twins fire sale. Then on "Page 2" IKEA stores in a Best Buy?! (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)
We get to say "goodbye" to July and welcome to the Business News Headlines for this Thursday, glad you are with us again. More tough tariff talk kicks us off today meanwhile a group of appellate judges question if Trump has the authority to impose tariffs without Congress. And, as we reported yesterday when the Fed did not cut interest rates we predicted that President Trump would lash out against Fed Chair Jerome Powell...and we didn't even have to wait 24 hours. What a new inflation number tells us about the tariffs. American Eagle Outfitters is causing a ruckus and we'll tell you about it. We'll check the markets in the Wall Street Report and Best Buy has a new partner and you'll be surprised at who it is. Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
In this episode I go through the potential best buys heading into round 22 of the nrl fantasy season!Join the new Facebook group which is replacing the discord group herehttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AQavXJogu/?mibextid=K35XfPCome and join a big group of people that love talking NRL Fantasy. Receive advice from myself and other superstar players including Riley 5th, Bevan 8th, Hayden 9th and Mitch 21st (2024). Be in the running for big prizes as seen last year with 2 x $1000 winners.What is included in this year private group is below:- Massive Top 10 Written Analysis (20th, 50,100,500,1000,2000 included for comparison)- Massive Top 10 Video Analysis (20th, 50,100,500,1000,2000 include for comparison)- The 3 Best Season Long Trading Strategies after analysing the top 10- The 4 Different ways the top 10 made the top 10 (Each strategy works)- My Trading Checklist- My clear team structure plans (how many guns, cows etc)Full Season Pricing & What You Get (4 Tiers)JBFA Private = $25 AUD- Access to the exclusive private Facebook Group & Group Chat with likeminded people which includes:My weekly best buys, teams to target, captaincy rankings, trades discussion, late mail, my late changes.- Post your questions in the weekly thread answered by me in the thread.- Contribute to the private group consensus team- Finals fantasy accessPayment DetailsAustralian Bank AccountJamie BrownBSB: 062692AN: 41028639Wise.com. (good overseas option)Or PayPalJamie@wattlecomms.com.auDM me or email me at jamie@wattlecomms.com.au when you have paid.#nrl #nrlfantasy #nrlfantasy2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thinking about buying an investment property in Australia in the next 3 to 12 months? Then book your free strategy session here: https://www.pumpedonproperty.com/free-strategy-session What can you expect from your free strategy session? In your strategy session, we will discuss: 1. Where you are right now 2. Where do you want to be long term 3. What's been holding you back from achieving your property investment goals until now 4. Your next action steps You'll walk away from the call with a clear plan in place and the confidence you need to invest in your next property. Take a look a some of the hottest properties we bought for our clients in Melbourne and Brisbane over the last month. Get your free copy of Australia's 60 Hottest Suburbs Guide here: https://www.pumpedonproperty.com/australias-60-hottest-suburbs At Pumped On Property, we help investors build their property portfolios with confidence & achieve financial freedom. As a business, we've helped our clients buy over $500,000,000 worth of investment property in Australia. We believe you were born to be financially free and living a life filled with choices. The choice to spend more time with the people you care about, do meaningful work, help others, move better, travel the world, and become the best version of yourself. We look forward to helping you get there.
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Welcome to the Convo By Design Icon Registry episode for the month of July, 2025. This month's inductee is someone you certainly know, a West Coast design staple and someone with whom I have had a number of conversations. Jeff Andrews first appearance on the show was in 2019 and then again in 2020. Just before the world shut down. Jeff and I spoke form his Legends of LaCienega showroom window in May, 2019. He later appeared on a panel conversation at WestEdge in 2019. The last iteration of the show until 2022. The Convo By Design Icon Registry is presented by Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home, a Best Buy company. Pacific Sales is comprised of long time professionals who love design and architecture as much as you do. Which is why it is so fitting that they present this recognition of some of the worlds greatest design talent every month here on Convo By Design. On the show today, you are going to hear from Jeff again. These were his appearances on the show from 2019. First, you will hear the individual conversation with Jeff from Legends and then, you will hear the conversation form WestEdge. I hope you enjoy hearing these again as much as I enjoy sharing them with you. Jeff, thank you for all you do for the industry and providing such joy through your work. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Design Hardware - A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! - Where service meets excellence TimberTech - Real wood beauty without the upkeep This wraps up another episode of the Convo By Design Icon Registry. A celebration and recognition of a true master in the art of design and the mastery of all that encompasses in the pursuit of making better the lives of those he serves. And, giving back along the way. Thank you, Jeff and congratulations. Some of the things I truly enjoyed were the retelling of inspiration that led to his window design at Legends and the Doorbell story. It's the little things, right? Thanks for listening to Convo By Design. Thank you to my partner sponsors, Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home for presenting the Convo By Design Icon Registry and Convo By Design partner sponsors, TimberTech and Design Hardware. And thank you for taking the time to listen. I couldn't do this without you, wouldn't want to. I hope this show helps you stay motivated, inspired and focused so you can rise above the chaos. -CXD
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What if you could swap out your influencer campaign…for a NASA astronaut?This week on Beyond the Shelf, Eric Sheinkop, CEO of The Desire Company, breaks down why expert-led content is outperforming traditional UGC and influencer videos—and how his team built a community of world-class experts to power high-converting content across Target, Sam's Club, Best Buy, Amazon, and more.We get into:Why shoppers are craving real expertise at the point of purchaseHow expert-led videos improve conversion—and build trustWhat makes PDP video different from social or UGCHow neuroscience and FTC compliance factor into Desire's content processThe ROI of going video-first—and how brands can scale without burning outConnect with Eric on LinkedIn Get the It'sRapid Creative Automation PlaybookTake It'sRapid's Creative Workflow Automation with AI surveyEmail us at sales@itsrapid.io to find out how to get your free AI Image AuditTheme music: "Happy" by MixaudProducer: Jake Musiker
The Sports Deli Podcast - Where Everyone Deserves a Seat at the Table; An Anti-Racist, Equality Pod
Amelia and Sara, partners in life joined me today along with their 9-month old pup, Alfie! Alfie has taught them so much about life especially about patience.I truly enjoyed their transparency and their loving and kind spirits individually and collectively.We hope you enjoy today's episode and remember, you can always dial, 988 if you're having a hard day and someone will be there 24/7/365.And finally, if you're interested in anything in my you tube shop, check it out as I have nearly 1,500 items. Just go to my channel and do a keyword search at the top and it'll let you know if I have it!I have things from 2,460 stores including but not limited to Lowes, Home Depot, Bloomingdales, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, QVC and so many others like Macy's iherb, Wyze and Eufy!I may make a commission from this podcast but I'm always authentically me and that doesn't ever impact my opinion about a product. I tell it like T.I.Z.(it is) baby like with the microphone I use from Synco!
Welcome to Episode #166 of the Talking Shop Podcast — recorded July 14, 2025.This week, we're unpacking everything from Dana White's entry into the hobby to eBay's new auction experiment that's got collectors buzzing. We're also talking about record-breaking UFC sales, hilarious inscriptions from Bobby Witt Jr. and Jac Caglianone, and what really matters when it comes to slabs.In This Episode:⚖️ eBay tests final-minute auction extensions
During a moment of crisis, Best Buy moved fast by turning a pilot program into a nationwide solution almost overnight.Join hosts Chuck Moxley and Nick Paladino as they talk with Robert Neer and Brent Van Wieringen, former Best Buy product leaders who orchestrated one of retail's most impressive digital transformations. With experience leading consumer-facing digital experiences and customer journey optimization, Robert and Brent share how they scaled curbside pickup from 25% of stores to chain-wide in just 72 hours, plus insights from studying competitors' failed attempts during the same period.Key Actionable Takeaways:Create urgency through customer outcomes, not arbitrary deadlines - Focus teams on solving customer problems rather than hitting dates to avoid artificial chaos and shortcutsExpose your entire team to customer pain points - Put engineers, designers, and product managers directly in front of struggling customers to build genuine mission-driven motivationMeasure success beyond conversion rates - Track lifetime value and downstream impact of customer engagement activities, not just immediate transactionsWant more tips and strategies about creating frictionless customer experiences? Subscribe to our newsletter! https://www.thefrictionlessexperience.com/frictionless/ Download the Black Friday/Cyber Monday eBook: http://bluetriangle.com/ebook-Goods Company Website: goodscompany.io Robert's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertneer/ Brent's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentvanw/ Chuck's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckmoxley/ Nick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/npaladino/Chapters: (00:00) Introduction(01:45) Pre-pandemic curbside pickup foundation(04:00) 72-hour chain-wide rollout during COVID(08:00) Physical and digital coordination challenges(11:00) Breaking down organizational silos(12:45) Enduring lessons from pandemic transformation(18:35) Creating urgency without chaos(24:55) Building mission-driven teams today(27:55) Product management philosophy and myths(30:50) AI's role in product development(35:50) Common misconceptions about frictionless experiences(37:50) Conclusion
Best Buy had another good sale on Airpods this month that I was able to scale pretty well. I also recap a 1.5 week trip to Peru where we saw Machu Picchu and the Inti Raymi festival.Link to the amex lounge waitlist (replace the airport code): https://queue.americanexpress.com/accountKey.59957E3C6338837882DC2D4C1D9AF664/PHX_CENTURION_LOUNGEFor more information on the private Slack group, visit churninglife.com
In the memorandum of law filed on June 24, 2025, Best Buy Co., Inc. moves to dismiss the complaint brought by Latroya Grayson, arguing that her claims are legally insufficient and fail to meet the required pleading standards. Best Buy asserts that Grayson's complaint lacks specific factual allegations tying the company to any actionable misconduct. They contend that her claims are vague, conclusory, and do not provide enough detail to establish liability under any legal theory presented. Best Buy emphasizes that the complaint does not demonstrate how the company engaged in or was directly responsible for any wrongdoing that could support the causes of action alleged..Furthermore, Best Buy argues that even if the facts alleged were accepted as true, they do not constitute a viable claim under the applicable law. The memorandum highlights deficiencies in Grayson's legal assertions, including a failure to show damages or injury traceable to Best Buy's conduct. The company also challenges any implied legal theories within the complaint as speculative and unsupported. As such, Best Buy requests that the court dismiss the case in its entirety with prejudice, citing the insufficiency of the complaint to survive a motion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.633985.71.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
In the memorandum of law filed on June 24, 2025, Best Buy Co., Inc. moves to dismiss the complaint brought by Latroya Grayson, arguing that her claims are legally insufficient and fail to meet the required pleading standards. Best Buy asserts that Grayson's complaint lacks specific factual allegations tying the company to any actionable misconduct. They contend that her claims are vague, conclusory, and do not provide enough detail to establish liability under any legal theory presented. Best Buy emphasizes that the complaint does not demonstrate how the company engaged in or was directly responsible for any wrongdoing that could support the causes of action alleged..Furthermore, Best Buy argues that even if the facts alleged were accepted as true, they do not constitute a viable claim under the applicable law. The memorandum highlights deficiencies in Grayson's legal assertions, including a failure to show damages or injury traceable to Best Buy's conduct. The company also challenges any implied legal theories within the complaint as speculative and unsupported. As such, Best Buy requests that the court dismiss the case in its entirety with prejudice, citing the insufficiency of the complaint to survive a motion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.633985.71.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
This episode is going to be a bit different, It's just me rounding up the news solo, but I figured since I put it on YouTube, I could drop it on my podcast feed as well, If you hate this idea, hop on the community discord and let me know. (nicely) UGREEN Nexode 45W Retractable Charger at Best Buy https://bit.ly/44vfhivUGREEN Series at Best Buy https://bit.ly/3GoqIAKSourceshttps://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/european-game-publisher-group-responds-to-stop-killing-games-claims-these-proposals-would-curtail-developer-choice/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/prolific-port-studio-says-any-60fps-xbox-series-s-game-will-easily-port-to-nintendo-switch-2/https://x.com/rafcolantonio/status/1941503596870369388https://www.gamefile.news/p/playstation-plus-15th-anniversary-interview-ghost-of-tsushimahttps://www.gamesradar.com/games/sony-is-really-thoughtful-about-bringing-playstation-franchises-like-god-of-war-and-the-last-of-us-off-console-and-ps5-games-going-to-pc-is-a-matter-of-if-not-when/https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/07/lsfg-vk-aims-to-bring-lossless-scalings-frame-generation-to-linux/https://www.metacritic.com/game/system-shock-2-25th-anniversary-remaster/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/less-than-20-of-tony-hawks-pro-skater-3-4s-soundtrack-is-made-up-of-songs-from-the-original-games/https://store.steampowered.com/app/3527290/PEAK/
In the memorandum of law filed on June 24, 2025, Best Buy Co., Inc. moves to dismiss the complaint brought by Latroya Grayson, arguing that her claims are legally insufficient and fail to meet the required pleading standards. Best Buy asserts that Grayson's complaint lacks specific factual allegations tying the company to any actionable misconduct. They contend that her claims are vague, conclusory, and do not provide enough detail to establish liability under any legal theory presented. Best Buy emphasizes that the complaint does not demonstrate how the company engaged in or was directly responsible for any wrongdoing that could support the causes of action alleged..Furthermore, Best Buy argues that even if the facts alleged were accepted as true, they do not constitute a viable claim under the applicable law. The memorandum highlights deficiencies in Grayson's legal assertions, including a failure to show damages or injury traceable to Best Buy's conduct. The company also challenges any implied legal theories within the complaint as speculative and unsupported. As such, Best Buy requests that the court dismiss the case in its entirety with prejudice, citing the insufficiency of the complaint to survive a motion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.633985.71.0.pdf
In the memorandum of law filed on June 24, 2025, Best Buy Co., Inc. moves to dismiss the complaint brought by Latroya Grayson, arguing that her claims are legally insufficient and fail to meet the required pleading standards. Best Buy asserts that Grayson's complaint lacks specific factual allegations tying the company to any actionable misconduct. They contend that her claims are vague, conclusory, and do not provide enough detail to establish liability under any legal theory presented. Best Buy emphasizes that the complaint does not demonstrate how the company engaged in or was directly responsible for any wrongdoing that could support the causes of action alleged..Furthermore, Best Buy argues that even if the facts alleged were accepted as true, they do not constitute a viable claim under the applicable law. The memorandum highlights deficiencies in Grayson's legal assertions, including a failure to show damages or injury traceable to Best Buy's conduct. The company also challenges any implied legal theories within the complaint as speculative and unsupported. As such, Best Buy requests that the court dismiss the case in its entirety with prejudice, citing the insufficiency of the complaint to survive a motion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.nysd.633985.71.0.pdf
Dan Schneier & Jacob Gibbs are BACK to break down all the finest points on everything you need to DOMINATE your fantasy football league! Who are some rookies to target and why? How does coaching and playcalling impact some sleepers? Which rookie compares to Bucky Irving? Which QB's are the most accurate & more!!!! (0:00) Intro (1:37) Travis Kelce Avoiding Tackles (3:00) Brock Bowers Comps (8:00) Ben Johnson Play Action (12:35) Colston Loveland (17:00) Play Action Efficiency (18:45) Bucky Irving (23:40) Irving vs. Kamara Comp (27:16) RJ Harvey (39:00) QB Accuracy (45:00) Raiders & Brock Bowers (51:40) Lamar Jackson (1:02:00) Patrick Mahomes (1:08:50) Bryce Young (1:11:00) Joe Burrow (1:12:00) Top 5 Fantasy Buys (1:17:00) Michael Pennix (1:18:00) Brock Purdy (1:20:00) JJ McCarthy (1:24:30) Josh Downs To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today's show is the second in a mini-series on the changing face of business. On Friday's show we talked about how Google is keeping search traffic on the Google platform and is not sending organic search results to the source pages in the way it used to. Traffic to businesses is dramatically reduced. This will cause many businesses who relied largely upon organic search to either adapt to whatever will replace organic search, or they will face bankruptcy. This is also going to affect every aspect of retail. So much has been written about the retail apocalypse. There is no question that the footprint of traditional retail is changing. There is much less diversity in shopping experience today than when I was a teenager. In the US we had numerous department store chains including Bloomingdales, Macy's Sears, Kmart, Bergdorf Goodman, Filenes, Lord & Taylor, Neiman Marcus, JC Penny, Walmart Target Montgomery Ward, Ames, and countless others. Today, only a small fraction of those remain. We are all familiar with the e-commerce revolution and how Amazon and Walmart are increasingly dominating this space. Even major retailers including Home Depot and Best Buy have a larger online catalog with products that are only a couple of days away from your home. But the new revolution is in a form of shopping called social shopping. This has been in existence in China for more than 8 years and is still in experimental stages in the US on a limited basis with specific platforms. So what is social shopping? It is a method of e-commerce that integrates the social aspects of human interaction into the online shopping experience. It leverages social media platforms and online communities to facilitate the discovery, research, sharing, and purchasing of products and services. Think influencers. Think buying events. -----------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1) iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613) Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com) LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce) YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso) Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com) **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital) Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)
Notas del Show: En este episodio cubrimos los eventos más relevantes antes de la apertura del mercado: • Wall Street retrocede tras amenaza arancelaria: Futuros en rojo: $SPX −0.5 %, $US100 −0.6 %, $INDU −0.3 %. Trump propuso un nuevo arancel del 10 % desde el 1 de agosto a países que respalden a BRICS y pidió al Congreso prorrogar tarifas. También rechazó el plan de Elon Musk de fundar un nuevo partido. El mercado espera avances comerciales esta semana. • Tesla se desploma tras movimiento político de Musk: $TSLA −7 % en premarket. Musk anunció el “America Party”, generando presión política y comercial para Tesla, que acumula una caída del 22 % en 2025. Wedbush advierte que este giro desvía el foco en un momento clave para la compañía. • Amazon desata batalla de descuentos minoristas: $AMZN lanza Prime Day (8–11 julio), estimado en $21B en ventas (+60 % YoY). Walmart responde con “Walmart Deals” (8–13 julio), Target con Circle Week (6–12), Best Buy con “Black Friday in July” y Kohl's con Summer Cyber Deals. La competencia por el consumo se intensifica. • Oracle recorta precios para conquistar el sector federal: $ORCL ofrecerá hasta −75 % en software con licencia y descuentos en cloud para agencias federales. El acuerdo con la GSA busca modernizar TI gubernamental y sigue iniciativas similares de $CRM, $GOOGL, $ADBE y $MSFT. Oracle apunta a +40 % en crecimiento cloud este año fiscal. Una jornada cargada de anuncios políticos, guerra de precios en retail y apuestas por modernizar la nube federal. ¡No te lo pierdas!
En el episodio de hoy de VG Daily, Andre Dos Santos y Eugenio Garibay analizan los dos temas importantes del mercado. Primero, exploran a fondo el contenido y las consecuencias del "Big Beautiful Bill", una legislación que ha sacudido el panorama político estadounidense. Después, se sumergen en el fenómeno de Prime Day, que este año se extiende a cuatro días y rompe récords de ventas. Presentan estadísticas sorprendentes sobre el volumen de ventas, el crecimiento frente a años anteriores y cómo Amazon ha obligado a competidores como Walmart, Target y Best Buy a lanzar sus propios mega-eventos de descuentos. Analizan cómo Prime Day está transformando el comercio electrónico, creando una nueva temporada de compras y cambiando los hábitos de consumo.
Buckle up for a wild ride through the latest political drama that's more chaotic than a Black Friday sale at Best Buy! In this explosive episode of Nuanced News, we dive deep into the stories shaping America and the world in 2025. What We Cover: International Intrigue & Military Action: The Trump administration's controversial strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and the Senate's rejection of war powers restrictions Iran's execution spree and crackdown on dissent amid escalating tensions Trump's unwavering defense of Netanyahu against corruption charges Immigration & Border Drama: The shocking termination of Temporary Protected Status for 500,000 Haitians Florida's dystopian "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center surrounded by actual predators ICE's aggressive arrests of Iranian nationals amid sleeper cell concerns The "One Big, Beautiful Bill" Breakdown: A deep dive into the massive 940-page Republican legislation that's tearing the GOP apart $3.8 trillion in tax cuts for the wealthy while 10.9 million could lose healthcare Why Trump didn't even understand what was in his own signature bill Supreme Court Showdowns: Major rulings on Medicaid funding, birthright citizenship, and religious liberty The judicial "rap battle" between conservative and liberal justices New cases that could reshape campaign finance forever Tech, Education & Corporate Drama: Meta's mind-boggling commitment of "hundreds of billions" to AI development Harvard under fire for treatment of Jewish students The Trump phone's "Made in USA" claims mysteriously disappearing Celebrity Justice: Breaking down the Sean "Diddy" Combs verdict - convicted on some charges, acquitted on others What 20 years in federal prison means for the hip-hop mogul The broader implications for accountability in the entertainment industry Why Listen? This isn't your typical news recap. We break down complex political maneuvers with sharp wit and clear explanations, making sense of the chaos without the partisan spin. From Trump defending Netanyahu "harder than a parent at a PTA meeting" to legislators naming bills with petty acronyms like "BIDEN" (Bridging Immigration-related Deficits Experienced Nationwide), we expose the absurdity while keeping you informed on what really matters. Perfect For: Political junkies who want the real story behind the headlines Anyone trying to understand how government actually works (or doesn't) People who like their news served with a side of humor and humanity Citizens who want to stay informed without drowning in propaganda Episode Highlights: Why Republicans can't pass their own bill despite controlling Congress The irony of states with "Do Not Travel" warnings being deemed safe for deportations How Meta is essentially "buying every lottery ticket" in the AI race The moment Trump's own party had to explain his bill to him Why the Diddy verdict represents a larger cultural reckoning Join us for an unfiltered look at American politics where we call out the absurdity, explain the complexity, and never forget that behind every policy are real people whose lives hang in the balance. Because in 2025's political landscape, staying informed isn't just important - it's essential for survival. New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow us for real-time updates on the stories that matter. Tags: #Politics #CurrentEvents #News #TrumpAdministration #Immigration #SupremeCourt #Congress #InternationalRelations #Iran #Technology #AI #Diddy #CulturalCommentary #PolicyAnalysishttps://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdown
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Luckin Coffee enters the U.S. market, opening two cashier-less stores in New York City despite local bans on cashless-only businesses.Wegmans partners with Instacart to launch AI-powered Caper Carts for a faster, smarter in-store experience.Best Buy sells off Current Health, as healthcare headwinds prompt the retailer to exit the home care space.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
How do we build trust in a world where everyone is overwhelmed, distracted, or afraid of saying the wrong thing?In this week's episode, Melanie sits down with Minda Harts—author, workplace advocate, and trusted advisor to global brands like Nike and JPMorgan Chase. Minda shares her journey from corporate life to bestselling author and speaker, and why trust (not talent or titles) is the true foundation of leadership.They discuss how small moments shape trust, the hidden impact of silence, and what Minda calls the “trust languages” that every team should understand. If you've ever felt unseen or uncertain about how to speak up at work, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with the tools to start.
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Mike Newman is the CEO of Returnity Innovations, the pioneer in the elimination of single-use shipping packaging. With over 20 years of experience at the intersection of sustainability and supply chain, Mike brings a deep understanding of how to drive real-world impact through practical, scalable innovation. After directing the Sierras Club's political operations in 20 states, he received his MBA from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. As Sales and Marketing Executive Vice President for ReCellular, he built e-waste programs for Verizon, AT&T, Walmart, Best Buy, and more, saving millions of used cell phones from landfills. Mike has been featured on the Today Show, The New York Times, NPR, and many more, including the I AM CEO podcast. He explains that true innovation means making reusable packaging just as practical and cost-effective as traditional materials, so companies and consumers can adopt it with minimal disruption. Mike also discusses the importance of transparency, not only in company performance but in leadership style, as he balances entrepreneurship with family life. Moreover, he shares lessons learned, especially around how early decisions around team, funding, and strategy can significantly shape the direction of a startup. Website: Returnity Innovations LinkedIn: Mike Newman Previous Episode: iam309-ceo-revolutionizes-the-packaging-industry-by-providing-reusable-shipping-packaging Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
On this episode of The No Normal Show, Desirée, Stephanie, and Chris reflect on this year's Cannes Lions festival, which they call the “Met Gala of marketing”, where headlines about AI and creativity sparked plenty of conversation. The team also looks at what Best Buy's exit from Current Health signals for healthcare disruptors and the ongoing shifts in the Funnel Wars.The modern CMO needs to move beyond just being the voice of the customer. The real opportunity is becoming the Leadership Whisperer — someone who understands the bigger market context and can help shape how an organization responds to economic shifts, policy changes, cultural trends, and emerging consumer behaviors. Being the Leadership Whisperer may not be easy, but it could be the edge healthcare marketing needs to keep pace with the world outside its walls. The future is listening. Tune in now.Subscribe to The No Normal Rewind, our newsletter featuring a mashup of the boldest ideas, sharpest takes, and most rewind-worthy moments from our podcast — right here.Show notes: Best Buy Divests Current HealthDownload our latest report, The Future of the CMO A new approach to employer health care? Give workers money to buy their own plan
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 7 natural ways to crush chronic inflammation and pain. (1:32) The benefits of regular napping. (21:50) Overactive bladder syndrome. (28:25) Green tea consumption = higher testosterone. (35:48) If you were stranded on an island, would you rather be by yourself or with your worst enemy? (36:40) Adam's Best Buy fiasco. (43:11) Sodium, low-carb diets, and performance. (47:42) Previewing Sal's upcoming YouTube series. (49:54) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (53:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is MAPS Muscle Mommy the right program for me being 14 months post-partum? If I'm only lifting 3 days a week and not looking to do extra work from home, are the trigger sessions necessary? (54:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can someone in a cut still feel confident about their progress when the scale isn't moving? (1:10:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you go about actively inspiring reform and rebuilding a community for people who are so set in their ways? (1:18:57) #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there anything I can do to build a more resilient CNS or recover better so I don't need those rest weeks as often? (1:36:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don't like it, give it away to a salty friend and we'll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** The effects of curcumin-containing supplements on biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Importance of maintaining a low omega–6/omega–3 ratio for reducing inflammation Effectiveness of Boswellia and Boswellia extract for osteoarthritis patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Regular Napping Linked to Increased Brain Size Mirabegron in the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Why Green Tea Could Be Your New Secret Weapon for More Testosterone TableTopics Dinner Party Question Card Game - 135 Entertaining Conversation Starter Cards for Dinner Table with Adult Friends, Getting to Know You Game. Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump's favorite cuts — no guesswork! ButcherBox members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** 10 Ways To Rebuild MUSCLE & Train SAFELY After Having A Baby | Mind Pump 1882 Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You're Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporters Melissa Daniels and Gabriela Barkho begin with a rundown of this week's news. Kicking things off is an analysis of Unilever's $1.5 billion acquisition of men's personal care brand Dr. Squatch. Next is a look at DTC bedding brand Parachute closing the majority of its stores to refocus on e-commerce and core products. Finally, a roundup of all the sales retailers are launching to compete with Prime Day(s), including deals from Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and Kohl's. Then for this week's featured segment (20:58), they get into some of the biggest forces shaping retail this year. There's a number of external factors impacting brands, and so many changing consumer behaviors that have led to a challenging environment, with May spending figures showing a slowdown and declining consumer confidence. Daniels and Barkho get into the trends shaping this environment like the deal-hungry shoppers, boycotts and -- of course -- tariff policy.
On this week's show we take a look at some of the most popular products in our homes. And we read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: iOS 26 Brings Video Streaming to CarPlay, But There's a Catch Don't Expect Netflix to Save U.S. Broadcast Networks HDMI Forum To Reveal New HDMI 2.2 Details At Press Briefing Other: Blockbuster Be Kind Rewind T-shirt - Blue Most Popular HDTV and Home Theater and Automation Products On this week's show we take a look at some of the most popular products in our homes. Most Popular Devices What is the most popular TV size in the USA The most popular TV size in the USA is currently around 65 inches, with recent trends showing it overtaking the previously dominant 55-inch size. Data from 2021 indicates the average LCD TV screen size in North America reached approximately 55.5 inches, with expectations of further increases as larger TVs become more affordable and accessible. Consumer purchasing trends and retailer insights suggest 65-inch TVs are now the most commonly bought due to their balance of immersive viewing and suitability for typical living room spaces, with viewing distances of around 5.4 to 8.1 feet for 4K resolution. What is the most popular TV brand in the USA Samsung is the most popular TV brand in the USA, holding a market share of around 28-30% based on 2020-2023 data. It has been the top-selling brand for 18 consecutive years, with 30.1% of the market in 2023, driven by brand recognition, diverse price points, and dominance in both standard and premium TV segments, including a 22% share in OLED TVs. LG follows closely, with the two Korean brands combining for about 52% of the market. Vizio, TCL, and Sony also rank highly, with Sony noted for strong consumer trust and picture quality. What is the most popular home cinema projector in the USA The most popular home cinema projector in the USA in 2025, based on expert reviews and consumer interest, is the Epson Home Cinema 3800. It's widely praised for its excellent balance of image quality, brightness, and value, making it a top choice for home theater enthusiasts. With strong contrast, vibrant colors, and the ability to project a sharp 4K image, it performs well in both dark and moderately lit rooms. Its affordability compared to high-end models like the Epson Home Cinema 5050UB, combined with features like two HDMI ports and easy setup, contributes to its popularity. What is the most popular AVR The most popular AV receiver brand in the USA is Denon, with models like the Denon AVR-X3800H and Denon AVR-X4800H frequently cited as top performers in 2024-2025 reviews. Denon's popularity stems from its optimal price-to-quality ratio, reliable performance, and advanced features like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and 8K HDMI support. Market data is scarce, but Denon's dominance is evident in consumer reviews, sales rankings on sites like Best Buy, and industry reports, with Marantz (its sister brand) and Yamaha as close competitors. Denon's models are praised for versatility, supporting setups with more than three speakers (e.g., 9.4 or 7.2.2 configurations), aligning with the 10-15% of households estimated to have such systems. What is the most popular voice assistant product in the USA Amazon's Alexa is the most popular voice assistant product in the USA, primarily due to its widespread integration into Amazon Echo devices and its compatibility with over 60,000 smart home devices. In 2025, Alexa has an estimated 77.6 million users in the US, trailing Google Assistant (92.4 million) and Apple's Siri (87.0 million) in total users but leading in smart home ecosystem adoption and versatility. Its popularity is driven by features like hands-free control, extensive third-party app integration, and the ability to perform tasks such as controlling smart home devices, streaming music, and shopping online. The Amazon Echo (4th Gen) is particularly noted for its sound quality and built-in Zigbee radio, enhancing its smart home capabilities. What is the most popular video doorbell in the USA While exact sales data is unavailable, the Ring Battery Doorbell and Ring Video Doorbell (2nd generation) are likely the most popular video doorbells in the USA in 2025. What is the most popular smart switch in the USA The Lutron Caséta is the most popular for its balance of advanced features, no-neutral-wire flexibility, and rock-solid performance across smart home platforms. Its hub requirement adds cost (around $60-$100 per switch plus $80-$100 for the hub), but users value its dependability and customization options. If you're on a budget or prefer Wi-Fi-based switches, the TP-Link Kasa models are nearly as popular due to their lower price (around $20-$40) and hub-free setup. What is the most popular smart plug in the USA TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim (EP25) frequently comes up as a top contender for indoor use due to its affordability, feature set, and wide compatibility.
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 down TikTok's extended 90-day reprieve, speculate on Amazon's motivation behind extending Prime Day to four days, and assess the e-commerce giant's recent shift in tone regarding AI impacts on future hiring needs The hosts also spotlight Walmart's surprising 23% growth in online apparel sales, consider the luxury sector's first contraction in 15 years, and dig into a new Profitero study that reveals digital channels now influence 64% of retail transactions—emphasizing the needs to break down silos and implement a harmonized shopping experience.Then it's over to this week's featured guest: Mark Irvin, Best Buy's Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer. With more than 12 years at the retailer and a deep background in logistics, Irvin pulls back the curtain on what it takes to operate one of the world's largest and most complex retail supply chains. From visibility and speed to adaptability, Irvin outlines the three pillars of Best Buy's evolving logistics strategy. He explains how they leverage AI-driven sourcing to reduce delivery errors, digital twins to simulate future supply networks, and a growing control tower to dynamically reroute inventory in response to global disruptions—like the Panama Canal's low water levels or shifting geopolitical challenges.He also details Best Buy's commitment to sustainability, including partnerships for electrified freight and aggressive reverse logistics programs to refurbish or responsibly dispose of aging tech. The conversation wraps with a preview of his upcoming keynote at NRF's Big Show Europe in Paris, September 16-18., where he'll explore the future of retail supply chains and what it takes to deliver exceptional customer experiences by 2030. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
Fraudology is presented by Sardine. Get your tickets to Sardine[Con] and end the scamedmicIn this episode of the Fraudology Podcast, Karisse Hendrick dives deep into the world of impersonation scams targeting major retailers and financial institutions. Drawing from an off-the-record conversation with a fraud expert at a large retailer, Karisse reveals insider strategies for combating these increasingly prevalent scams. She explores how fraudsters impersonate well-known brands like Amazon, Microsoft, and Best Buy to trick victims into purchasing gift cards or sharing sensitive information.The episode highlights innovative tactics used by retailers to shut down scam phone numbers and websites, monitor suspicious gift card activity, and work with law enforcement. Karisse also discusses the importance of training store employees to spot potential victims and implementing crisis training for fraud teams dealing with distraught customers. With impersonation scams on the rise, this episode provides invaluable insights for fraud fighters and consumers alike on recognizing and preventing these deceptive schemes. Tune in now to arm yourself with the latest knowledge on impersonation fraud and learn how major brands are fighting back.Fraudology is hosted by Karisse Hendrick, a fraud fighter with decades of experience advising hundreds of the biggest ecommerce companies in the world on fraud, chargebacks, and other forms of abuse impacting a company's bottom line. Connect with her on LinkedIn She brings her experience, expertise, and extensive network of experts to this podcast weekly, on Tuesdays.
The Two Bobs episode 284 for Monday, Jun 23, 2025: What are The Bobs drinking? Rob enjoyed an Affogato World Wide Stout from Dogfish Head. https://untp.beer/QXq8N Robert nursed a Cherry Pie Imperial Stout from Southern Tier. https://untp.beer/8jmJ2 Follow us on Untapped at @RobFromTTB and @lowercaserobert or we'll plant a cicada in your car. Our Father's Days were lit! This week's CRAZY NEWS would like a military parade thrown in its honor. A New York man broke into a retired prison and accidentally locked himself in a jail cell. https://wnyt.com/capital-region-news/washington-county-man-trespassed-former-correctional-facility-got-trapped-inside-one-of-the-cells/ A mule-riding Kentucky man released a raccoon in a bar after being turned away. https://local12.com/news/nation-world/kentucky-man-cowboy-cody-accused-unleashing-raccoon-in-bar-crime-criminal-activity-cincinnati-trespassing-resisting-arrest-failure-maintain-required-insurance-calloway-county-jail-animal-bites-dangerous-behavior-wow A buzzing cicada caused a woman in Ohio to flip her car. https://nypost.com/2025/06/14/us-news/buzzing-cicada-causes-panicked-ohio-driver-to-lose-control-and-flip-car-keep-the-windows-up/ Sydney Sweeney's sold-out bathwater soap is being scalped at ridiculous markups. https://www.dexerto.com/tv-movies/sydney-sweeney-bathwater-soap-scalpers-selling-sold-out-product-3212199/ A recent poll found that most Americans would swap democracy for a $100 Best Buy gift card. https://theonion.com/poll-finds-most-americans-would-swap-democracy-for-100-1847682668/ Find us wherever you get your podcasts. Rate, review, and tell your equally twisted friends. Join us on all the social things: Follow us on Blue Sky Follow us on Twitter Check out our Instagram Find us on YouTube Follow Rob on Untappd Follow Robert on Untappd The Two Bobs Podcast is © The Two Bobs. For more information, see our Who are The Two Bobs? page, or check our Contact page. Words, views, and opinions are our own and do not represent those of our friends, family, or our employers unless otherwise noted. Music for The Two Bobs was provided by JewelBeat (which doesn't exist anymore but we still put it here because we like to do the right thing)
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Justin Burns is a digital entrepreneur, sales expert, and founder of Maestro, a platform empowering creators to monetize digital products, courses, and memberships. After transitioning from a sales career to online business in 2008, Justin has sold digital products to over 30,000 customers worldwide. He helps entrepreneurs create “digital real estate” by building scalable, location-independent businesses that generate income through education and online communities. Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here. Key Takeaways Justin's success was built on sales mastery, perseverance, and seizing digital opportunities before they were mainstream. Digital products offer an opportunity to create income through memberships, courses, and online summits without geographical limits. Most people delay launching products while waiting for perfection — pre-launch validation is the key. Success comes from solving real problems, not from chasing money or hype. Meditation, affirmations, and mindset reprogramming play a crucial role in his long-term growth. Topics From Sales Hustler to Digital Entrepreneur Justin started in sales at Best Buy, discovered his skillset, and later became the top salesperson at a major cell phone company. Fired from his job unexpectedly — but that opened the door to his digital business journey. A chance meeting led him to the world of digital products in 2008, before online courses became mainstream. The Power of Digital Real Estate In 2008, Justin learned people were selling digital products globally, even as most people were unaware of this growing market. Attended one of his first webinars and saw $30,000 made in an hour, which shifted his entire paradigm. Realized that failure and setbacks created momentum that allowed him to thrive in the digital space. Launching Products by Pre-Selling Teaches entrepreneurs to launch products before creating them—using simple landing pages, ads, and early buyers to validate ideas. Encourages creators to focus on the buyer's “DNA pattern”—if a few strangers buy, thousands more likely will too. Uses online summits with guest speakers as a powerful lead generation strategy for memberships and coaching programs. Shifting Mindset Through Reprogramming Early limiting beliefs around money and success were replaced with custom affirmations and daily repetition. Recorded himself reading affirmations and replayed them daily during walks to rewire his subconscious. Attributes much of his success to inner work combined with digital skill-building. Maestro and Helping Others Build Digital Empires Through Maestro, Justin helps creators build courses, memberships, and recurring revenue streams. Simplifies the tech barriers many creators face while empowering them to monetize their expertise or curate others'.
Bonus Episode for June 2. President Trump's tariffs plans pose an enormous challenge for U.S. retailers like Macy's, Target and Best Buy. Some companies are working to move production out of China, others are negotiating with suppliers or even lifting prices for customers as the trade upheaval scrambles profit forecasts. Investors and analysts also want to know: As tariff turmoil ripples across the U.S. economy, are Americans still shopping? WSJ reporter Suzanne Kapner discusses what companies are saying in earnings reports and analyst calls. Hannah Erin Lang hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies' earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what's going on under the hood of the American economy. Boycotting Target: A WSJ Podcast Series Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices