Podcasts about Birkenstock

Episode 304 reunites The Analysts — Remarkable Retail's celebrated panel of Forrester's Sucharita Kodali, Guggenheim's Simeon Siegel, and GlobalData's Neil Saunders — to take stock of retail coming out of earnings season. Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc open on the paradox of 2026: results are largely strong, sentiment is dismal. Simeon argues the link between the two is "tenuous at best" — people talk one way and spend another. Neil has the data: roughly 60% of shoppers who expect the economy to worsen still spent more than a year ago, propped up by spring tax refunds that won't repeat. Then the K-shaped economy. Higher-income households drive most of the real volume growth; middle-income shoppers prop up value growth mainly because prices are higher. Sucharita revisits "peak ambiguity" and the "vibe session," noting record sales barely outrun stubborn inflation. The panel unpacks the standouts — Ross's 17% comp, Victoria's Secret up 15% — and debates GLP-1's role in surging apparel and beauty: wardrobe replacement, new confidence, trading up to statement pieces. On turnarounds, Simeon lands the episode's sharpest thesis: brands "ubiquitize" and peak around $3–4 billion in the US. Lululemon got too big, over-distributed, and over-earning — so the bad sales have to "walk out the door" before the brand can re-elevate, the same lens that frames Nike's long reset. He and Sucharita draw the Gap parallel ahead of Simeon's on-stage interview with Mickey Drexler, noting Old Navy now dwarfs Gap itself. Neil makes the case for Macy's under Tony Spring — basics fixed first, satisfaction and visitation improving — while Steve stays skeptical of the pace. Next, the DTC reckoning. Simeon reframes his old "DTC is not all it's cracked up to be" call as "anti-anti-wholesale": outside high-margin luxury, nearly every brand needs a healthy wholesale business — and stores remain the best channel because "the customer is your employee." Sucharita pushes back on the AI narrative, reminding everyone it's far more than generative hype, as the panel digs into why scaled players — Amazon, Walmart, Costco, off-price — keep compounding through retail media, marketplaces, and flywheel economics. It closes on the wealth effect, trillion-dollar market caps, and whether a market correction could rattle high-end spending — then rapid-fire hot takes: brands to watch (Cozey, Ross Stores, Goyard) and what's on each analyst's radar, from inflation and surging oil prices to a quiet "middle of the doughnut" news lull and an election year's hunt for stability. Join us at the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York June 23rd and 24th with this exclusive discount code for 10% off general admission tickets and FREE retail tickets: Your code is "REMARKABLE" . See you in the Big Apple! 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 author 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 a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions hosted senior retail executive on-stage in 1:1 interviews worldwide. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including The Remarkable Retail Podcast, The Voice of Retail The Food Professor, The FEED powered by Loblaw and the Global eCommerce Leaders podcast. He has been recognized by the NRF as a global Top Retail Voice for 2025 and 2025 and continues to be a ReThink Retail Top Retail Expert for the fifth year in a row.

What does it take to lead a 250-year-old brand across eight Southeast Asian markets in an era of TikTok commerce, agentic AI, and fragmented consumer journeys? In this episode, we sit down with Evelyn Chua, Managing Director for Southeast Asia and Oceania at Birkenstock, who brings 15 years of retail leadership across luxury fashion, beauty, wines and spirits, and e-commerce.Evelyn shares how she has navigated some genuinely distinct career transitions: from DFS and the world of travel retail, to the fast-moving world of e-commerce at Synergy, to her current role shaping Birkenstock's regional strategy. Her career is a masterclass in what it means to build breadth without sacrificing depth.In this conversation, we explore:How the consumer journey has fundamentally shifted, and why there is no longer one dominant channelHow Birkenstock protects its premium positioning in a region as fragmented and fast-paced as Southeast AsiaWhy AI reinforces rather than replaces the importance of brand clarity and consistencyThe hybrid skills that retail leaders need today compared to five years agoWhat Evelyn tells her team when they are afraid to say "I don't know"Her three pieces of advice for anyone navigating a career in retail: stay positive and adaptable, build breadth, and stay groundedWhether you are a seasoned retail professional wondering how to stay relevant, or an early-career leader figuring out which moves to make next, Evelyn's perspective is grounding, practical, and genuinely generous.Connect with us on LinkedIn: ·       Vanessa Iloste (Host)·       Vanessa Teo (Host) ·       Aaron Wu (Producer)

In der aktuellen Folge des Pinguins-Podcasts geht's um Birkenstock-Schuhe. Ja, richtig gelesen. Die Podcaster sprechen aber auch über die DEB-Trainerdiskussion, den Kader der Pinguins und Panini-Sticker.

June is officially joy month at Chasing Brighter — and what better way to kick it off than with one of our favorite subjects: fashion. In this Superwoman Diaries episode, Jessica and Kelly break down the summer 2026 fashion trends worth paying attention to, the ones you can skip, and the ones you're probably already wearing without even knowing you're trendy. No pressure, no closet overhaul required. This is a wear-what-brings-you-joy conversation. Free Resource

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at today’s Cubs game and Mary asks, “what's with” teenagers wearing socks with Birkenstock clogs?

Aktien hören ist gut. Aktien kaufen ist besser. Bei unserem Partner Scalable Capital geht's unbegrenzt per Trading-Flatrate und auf der hauseigenen European Investor Exchange, die genau auf Privatanleger zugeschnitten ist. Alle weiteren Infos gibt's hier: scalable.capital/oaws. Quanten-Firmen kriegen 2 Mrd. $, IBM davon die Hälfte. Bloom Energy liefert Nebius Strom. Applied Digital findet Mieter. Deere hat wenig Nachfrage. Softbank dankt IPOs. Birkenstock kauft mehr Aktien zurück. Spotify und Stellantis haben neue Strategien. Ubisoft enttäuscht. Abbott (WKN: 850103) ist Marktführer bei Geräten für kontinuierliche Blutzuckermessung. Sinkt die Nachfrage wegen GLP-1 oder steigt sie sogar? Dazu gibt's die 21-Mrd.-$-Übernahme von Exact Sciences, die Chancen mit sich bringen könnte. Walmart (WKN: 860853) wächst 7%, aber der Ausblick enttäuscht. Damit haben mit Target und Walmart zwar riesige US-Einzelhändler eine schwache Prognose veröffentlicht. Schlecht bei 1.000 Mrd. $ Börsenwert. Schlecht für die US-Wirtschaft. Diesen Podcast vom 22.05.2026, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH (Noah Leidinger) zur Verfügung. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ASX-listed Tuas has seen its shares fall 63% after Singapore's regulator warned that its $1.5 billion merger is on the ropes. Birkenstocks are falling… falling more than 14%.... and hitting record lows…as its luxury status is being called into question. Everlane, the brand that built its whole identity on radical sustainability, has just been acquired by Shein. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Birkenstocki, czyli sandały i klapki na korkowej podeszwie, powracają, a w zasadzie nigdy nie wychodzą z mody. To must-have w cieplejszych dniach roku, kiedy zwalniamy tempa, a wybór codziennych stylizacji przychodzi nam z łatwością. Ze względu na wygodę i styl trudno wyobrazić sobie lato bez Birkenstocków. I jeśli mielibyśmy wskazać jedną rzecz, w którą warto zainwestować w ramach wiosenno-letniej garderoby, zdecydowanie byłyby to właśnie buty, które sprawdzą się jako dopełnienie sukienek i spódnic. Autorka: Alejandra Olmedo Artykuł przeczytasz pod linkiem.

#ADVChe cos'è successo questa settimana?Estathé diventa uno sport drink;Plenitude e la sua nuova campagna “Dark Mode Ads”; José Mourinho è il nuovo volto di Prima Assicurazioni;Lacoste si dà una nuova identità visiva;Barilla mette al centro le persone;Birkenstock entra nel mondo beauty.S.Pellegrino fa parlare la sua etichetta;☕️ Ti è piaciuta la puntata? ⁠Qui⁠ ti lasciamo il nostro sito web, così da poterci conoscere meglio.

Birkenstock Arizona to bezdyskusyjnie najwygodniejsze klapki na lato 2026. Podpowiadamy, jak wzorem gwiazd nosić je w letnich stylizacjach w tym sezonie.   Autorka: Paulina Klepacz   Artykuł przeczytasz pod linkiem: https://www.vogue.pl/a/birkenstock-arizona-wygodne-klapki-lato-2026-stylizacje-bledy-triki

What happens when three celebrities land in the same ultra-exclusive rehab — and someone ends up dead? That's the opening of Such Sheltered Lives, the electric adult debut from New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel. Host Samantha Tennant sits down with Alyssa for a wide-ranging conversation about the leap from YA to adult fiction, the joys and challenges of writing multiple narrators, and how she crafts twists that feel both surprising and inevitable on the second read. They also dig into Alyssa's fascinating work as a collaborative and ghost writer — including her official novels for Umbrella Academy, Outer Banks, and The Haunting of Sunshine Girl — and what it means to inhabit characters you didn't create. Plus: Fresh Fiction Facts, dream casting, and a very strong case for Birkenstock clogs.

This week's episode is a special one  co-host Lynsey is joined by her old friend and former London College of Fashion classmate, Jodie Blake, now CMO at Manolo Blahnik. What starts as a nostalgic trip down memory lane (lemon poppy seed muffins from Starbucks, high heels to lectures, and getting the tube one stop instead of walking) quickly turns into one of the most insightful conversations we've had on the show.Jodie's career is a masterclass in building from the ground up. She started out as a press assistant at Office Shoes during its golden era of big collabs with Nike, Converse and Dr. Martens, before moving through a series of agencies - culminating in a decade at The Communication Store, where she worked across Versace, Max Mara, Acne Studios and more, doing 42 shows in a single fashion season. From there she went in-house at Self-Portrait to build on their communications function, before being headhunted to join Manolo Blahnik as Head of Communications - a role that evolved into her appointment as CMO almost two and a half years ago.We get into what it really means to market a luxury product today, how Manolo Blahnik has spent 22 years fighting to reclaim their trademark in China (spoiler: they won - one of only two cases ever, alongside Michael Jordan), the story behind the Birkenstock collab that sold out in 12 hours, the upcoming Balenciaga collaboration, and why being headline sponsor of the V&A's Marie Antoinette exhibition felt like the brand's most natural home.Jodie also shares what it was like to move from agency to in-house, the realities of stepping into a leadership role, and why working closely with buyers and the commercial team is central to everything her team does.3 Key Takeaways:Stay true to your brand values - even when it's hard. Manolo Blahnik famously refused to make trainers despite enormous commercial pressure and buyer demand. Jodie explains how staying uncompromisingly true to your identity is what builds longevity - 56 years, fully privately owned, with Manolo still designing every single shoe. Chasing trends can dilute a brand to the point where customers no longer know what you stand for.Break down silos and ask questions beyond your remit. Whether you're in PR, buying, merchandising or logistics, understanding how other parts of the business work gives you a fuller picture - and makes you better at your own job. Jodie credits this curiosity as a key driver of her own career progression, from agency PR specialist to CMO. The "holy trinity" of communications, commercial and merchandising teams working in lockstep is something she views as non-negotiable.Make people feel something. In a time of economic uncertainty, consumers are more considered than ever about what they buy. The brands that win are those creating genuine emotional connections - through storytelling, community, experiential moments, and products that carry real personal meaning. From a grandmother leaving envelopes of money for her granddaughters to buy Manolo Blahniks for their weddings, to a Birkenstock collab born out of shared values rather than commercial logSupport the showIf you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you! It honestly really helps to keep this going and growing!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM or email hello@buyingandbeyond.co.ukWe also have a retail buyers membership @jointhebuyersclub  Find out more at www.jointhebuyersclub.co.ukIf you'd like to show a little more love, then head here to give us just a little bit *extra* and show us your support :) thank you!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300060/support

There are voices that entertain.And then there are voices that remind us who we are.In this episode of Gems of Arabia, we enter a deeply reflective conversation with TamTam, an artist whose journey extends far beyond music. What unfolds is not simply a story of sound, but a meditation on identity, intention, and the quiet strength of authenticity.From her earliest encounters with melody to her presence on global stages, TamTam's path is rooted in something deeper than performance. It is about trust. About surrender. About returning to that inner voice we often outgrow, yet never truly lose.Presented in collaboration with Birkenstock ME, this episode moves beyond the structure of an interview. It becomes a dialogue between craft and culture, where music, movement, and presence intersect with meaning.At Gems of Arabia, we believe culture is not something to be observed from a distance. It is something to be felt, lived, and carried forward.Through TamTam, we are reminded that authenticity is not an act.It is truth, lived out loud.Discover more cultural conversations:https://gemsofarabia.com/Instagram Promo:https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrESpdF_Di/#GemsOfArabia #TamTam #BirkenstockME #CulturalEdit #SaudiCulture #MusicAndCulture #Authenticity #CreativeVoices #ArabArtists #MiddleEastCulture #ArtAndIdentity #GemsInFocus

Hazel und Thomas haben eine Heimspiel vor knapp 700 Zuschauer:innen in der Stadthalle Groß-Umstadt, in der Nähe ihres neuen Wohnorts. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:07 Groß-Umstadt 00:17:58 Überleben in Südhessen 00:29:47 Empfehlung Aktivitäten 00:36:08 Was fehlt Umstadt 00:46:24 Bestes regionales Bier 00:49:53 Hazels Erfindungen 01:03:46 Q&A Oberbürgermeister René Kirch https://www.instagram.com/r_kirch/ Popcorn Bucket Teufel trägt Prada 2 https://hypebeast.com/de/2026/3/amc-theatres-unveils-the-devil-wears-prada-2-handbag-popcorn-bucket Regionale Empfehlungen von Hazel: Mömlingtal, Salz-Spielplätze, Kärcher-Zentrum Reinheim Regionale Empfehlungen von Thomas: Casino Aschaffenburg, Harmonie Sachsenhausen, Lichtspiele Rodgau, Schreibwarenladen „Tintenklecks und Eselsohr“, Thaifestival Darmstadt, Umstädter Brauhausbier, Schmucker Bier, Umstädter Bücherkiste, Café Fachwerk Reinheim Handkäs Birkenstock https://handkaese.com Mos Instagram https://www.instagram.com/big_morilla Otzberg Likör https://www.heiners-erben.de TimeLash https://timelash-event.de VR Zeitreise Köln https://timeride.de/timeride-koeln-vr/ Thomas' gesunde Snacks https://www.instagram.com/p/DUU6kcvjP9Z/ Vox-Video über Independent-Kinos https://youtu.be/-R0fPJQr0qo?si=Bitz2zL8Zo5wqZSd Nächster Termin: https://www.ztix.de/gross-umstadt/events/live-podcast-hazel-thomas-hoererlebnis-yT1OjT Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/hoererlebnis Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

The final part of our series from design salon Matter and Shape with Dan Thawley and Nic Monisse. We blur the boundaries between inside and out with Jayden Ali and talk about scale and sculpture with Birkenstock 1774. Plus: Connecting jewellery, interiors and object design with Repossi and Sabine Marcelis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retail earnings season just wrapped, and the headlines are telling one story while the data tells another. Consumer sentiment is dismal. Tariffs are squeezing margins. Geopolitical uncertainty looms. Yet average retail revenues grew 7-9% in Q4, and consumers keep spending. How do you reconcile these contradictions? Simeon Siegel, Senior Managing Director at Guggenheim Securities and one of Wall Street's most data-driven retail analysts, cuts through the noise with a simple philosophy: "The first thing I look at is revenues. Because it's very easy to conflate growth rates with revenue sizes."In this episode of The Retail Pilot, Ken sits down with Siegel to dissect what's really happening in retail beyond the sentiment surveys and macro doom-scrolling. From Nike's "dying" $47 billion business to Gap's viral comeback, from the D2C myth to why NPS scores should be banned from boardrooms, Siegel brings his signature contrarian analysis backed by hard numbers. This isn't about feelings—it's about what consumers are actually doing with their wallets, which stocks are positioned to win, and why the retail industry's most cherished beliefs might be leading CEOs astray.In this episode you'll learn:Why consumer spending remains strong despite abysmal consumer sentiment—and what that divergence really meansThe revenue vs. narrative disconnect: How Nike can be "dying" with $47-49 billion in salesWhich retail subsectors are winning and losing in the K-shaped economy (hint: it's a market share story, not a demographic one)Simeon's top stock picks for 2026: Why he's bullish on Nike, TJX, Ross, Birkenstock, Planet Fitness, and CapriThe real impact of tariffs on Q4 earnings: What retailers passed through vs. what they absorbedWhy Gap Inc.'s comeback under Richard Dickson is working—and whether it's sustainable beyond the hypeThe one KPI Simeon wants banned from retail boardrooms: Net Promoter Score (NPS) and why it misleads executivesWhy "D2C is not all it's cracked up to be": The data-driven case for wholesale distributionHow the Iran conflict could impact consumer spending, gas prices, and petroleum-based athleisure costsThe department store survival blueprint: What Macy's, Nordstrom, and off-price retailers are getting rightWhy TJ Maxx's lack of e-commerce is actually an asset for moving premium brand inventory "invisibly"Don't forget to subscribe to The Retail Pilot podcast for more conversations with retail industry leaders and visionaries shaping the future of commerce.If you missed our last episode, where Terry Lundgren (former Macy's CEO) and Jan Rogers Kniffen dissect the Saks Global bankruptcy, predict the future of department stores, and reveal why some retailers will survive while others won't, be sure to tune in.Connect with Ken:-Follow Ken Pilot Ventures on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

As part of a short series about finding your personal style, Emilia Petrarca, author of the fashion and style newsletter Shop Rat, talks about how getting offline and going outside changed the way she thinks about fashion and style.  Photo: Evi Wave is seen wearing an oversized puffer jacket in soft pink and taupe-grey clogs in soft suede from Birkenstock, December 3, 2025 in Duesseldorf, Germany. (Photo by Moritz Scholz/Getty Images)  

Album 8 Track 6 - Step Up. Speak Up. Move Up. w/Shawna HausmanBrand Nerds, get ready to take some serious notes! On this episode of Brands, Beats and Bytes, hosts Darryl "DC" Cobbin and Larry "LT" Taman sit down with retail and digital marketing powerhouse Shawna Hausman. From her scrappy early days in the Gap Inc. universe to driving a massive 300% sales increase as CMO of FSA Store, Shawna has built an incredible career by stepping up, speaking out, and never letting fear dictate her next move.Shawna takes us behind the scenes of some of the most iconic retail brands, sharing hilarious and anxiety-inducing stories, like the time she told retail legend Mickey Drexler that his marketing wasn't working when she was just a 22-year-old intern! We also dive deep into the modern marketing landscape, discussing everything from the rise of AI to why heritage brands like Birkenstock are winning by refusing to compromise their identity.Whether you are looking to climb the corporate ladder, pivot into consulting, or simply understand the psychology of retail sales, this episode is packed with "Triple C" leadership advice: Clarity, Conviction, and Courage.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Mickey Drexler Story: How a bold critique from a young intern led to an unexpected seat on the corporate jet with the "Merchant Prince" himself.Avoiding the "Mushy Middle": Why brand overlap (like the historical dynamic between The Gap and Old Navy) can eat your own market share, and why you must carve out distinct lanes.The Power of Executive Buy-In: Shawna gets vulnerable about her biggest career "F-up" involving an unapproved $40,000 app at West Elm, and why you absolutely need skin in the game from your key overlords.Embracing AI: Why marketers must lean into artificial intelligence tools rather than fearing them, and how it is revolutionizing the way we work today.The Birkenstock Strategy: How "winning ugly," maintaining scarcity, and leaning unapologetically into comfort and heritage is keeping Birkenstock at the top of the footwear game.Fearless Career Growth: Why you should never stay in a miserable job just for the money, and how taking calculated risks leads to the real magic.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow Brand Nerd!Instagram | LinkedIn

Episode Description: What's the most creative way you've ever sought revenge—or celebrated a birthday?

On today's 2.10.26 show we talked about National Flannel Day, Chat GPT caricature trend, financial cheating, Olympic medals are falling apart, Cardi B and Steffon Diggs breakup rumors,Graham's gift for his wife for Valentine's day.Birkenstock has a bridal line, initial reports of the viewership for Bad Bunny's halftime show performance and more!

L'info du matin - Grégory Ascher et Erika Moulet ont évoqué ces objets du quotidien que l'on oublie souvent de nettoyer. Le winner du jour - Un cochon volant provoque une panne géante d'électricité. - Des touristes affluent en nombre sur un site qui n'existe pas. Le flashback du jour - Octobre 1991. La bande originale de "Robin des Bois, prince des voleurs" domine avec "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" de Bryan Adams, tandis que Arnold Schwarzenegger fait son retour au cinéma avec "Terminator 2 : Le Jugement dernier" de James Cameron. Les savoirs inutiles - Le nom Shrek viendrait du mot yiddish "shrek", qui signifie peur ou terreur, une référence cachée derrière l'ogre le plus célèbre du cinéma. La chanson du jour The Rolling Stones "Sympathy for the Devil" 3 choses à savoir sur John Williams Qu'est-ce qu'on teste ? - Un parapluie qui permet de garder les mains libres, imaginé par le créateur John Tse. - Birkenstock lance des sandales de mariage en satin et perles Le jeu surprise (C'est qui le plus fort) - Guillaume de Sannois, dans le Val-d'Oise, gagne un séjour de deux nuits au Frégate Provence à Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer. La Banque RTL2 - Maxime des Auxons, vers Besançon, remporte 534 €. - Matthias de Saint-Malo gagne un iPhone 17. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Did Rick Owens really design leather jackets for Ghost of Mars? Is Timothee Chalamet running the exact same PR playbook as Jack Harlow? What the hell is Goouch, and can a goose be a Muppet?Sol and Michael are back! They sit down to break down Rick Owens' early Hollywood costume design work (Ghost of Mars, Tank Girl, Otto; or Up with Dead People), the sock-heel technique that created the iconic pagoda shoulders, and Bailey Goldberg's knitwear producers. The pair then dives into the Timothee Chalamet Marty Supreme PR playbook—from Druski collabs and Chrome Hearts red carpet fits to basketball clout and cultural co-opting—and asks why Hollywood can't let a good actor just act. Finally, a full-blown rant about Front General Store's refusal to stock size Large, a $800 "Viet Cong Hunting Club" military liner, and the ethics of selling Vietnam-era militaria in 2025.They also cover: Lower East Side store tours (Self Edge, Desert Vintage, Commune, Copy, Brute Archives), why Orchard Street is still the fashion capital of New York, Japanese 90s rave culture photography books, the Fear of God represent era fashion time capsule, fake Chrome Hearts dunks, fake Geos flooding the market, Supreme box logo nostalgia, ins and outs list criticism, late 90s and early 2000s horror movie promo tees (House of 1000 Corpses, Flatliners, The Faculty, Planet Terror), why Good Art should make Birkenstock buckles, a heated Muppets debate (what qualifies as a Muppet?), Nine Inch Snails lore, Nicholas Cage movie quotes, Absolute Batman and Doomsday Clock, Happy Gilmore 2 and the nostalgia sequel problem, joggers vs boot cuts, long line tees vs cropped silhouettes, and much more.Big Announcement: The Pair of Kings Podcast turns 6 years old! Join us for the birthday party on Friday, January 16th—free entry, cake, music, and community vibes. Plus: Enter our military surplus giveaway (combat boots + milsurp jacket) through Hero at hero.co/pok.Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok

Bis zu 2.500 € Bonus von Scalable Capital. Neu- und Bestandskunden, die Wertpapiere oder Guthaben bei Scalable Capital einzahlen, können sich bis zum 15.01.2026 einen Bonus sichern. Alle Infos gibt's hier: https://de.scalable.capital/transfer-bonus. Micron hat historisch gute Zahlen. BP macht eine historische Personalentscheidung. Trump macht mit seinem sozialen Netzwerk auch Atomkraft. Aktivisten bei Buchhandlungen, Whitbread und Howard Hughes. Amis freut Inflation. Nike & Birkenstock freut nix. Elliott Management steckt 1 Mrd. $ in Lululemon (WKN: A0MXBY). Seit Jahresanfang hat die Aktie fast 50% verloren. Jetzt auch den Dip kaufen? Alle schauen auf Gold, aber was ist mit Dr. Copper? Der Kupferpreis steigt und Aurubis (WKN: 676650) kassiert. Dirk Roßmann freut's. Diesen Podcast vom 19.12.2025, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH (Noah Leidinger) zur Verfügung.

You're listening to Burnt Toast! We are Virginia Sole-Smith and Corinne Fay.And it's time for the episode we look forward to all year long—ever since we made it a tradition exactly one year ago! It is time for... The Year In Butters, where we look back at everything we've recommended in the past year and tell you what's still buttery and what has...gone rancid. If you're new here: Butter is what we call the recommendation segment at the end of every episode. It might be a new favorite food, a great book, an experience, or a state of mind. But since we give recs every week, some Butters stand the test of time more than others! Find out if we still love...

The episode begins with a deep dive into the latest retail and economic headlines that are shaping the landscape. Steve and Michael dissect the U.S. government shutdown, its ripple effects on employment, and how cost-cutting in Washington could further weaken an already fragile job market. They then examine new tariffs on furniture, cabinets, and agricultural exports, highlighting how the policies are squeezing retailers and farmers alike—particularly soybean producers, who have been hit hard by China's retaliation.The hosts also analyze the latest on TikTok's uncertain U.S. future, as political maneuvering opens the door to a controversial joint venture involving major tech and media figures. In retail performance, Costco's continued dominance and Nike's early turnaround efforts take center stage, as both giants adapt to shifting consumer sentiment and inflationary pressure. The segment concludes with a discussion of AI's growing impact on the workplace, holiday hiring trends, and how discretionary spending and de minimis trade rules could redefine retail economics on both sides of the border.Then, in a wide-ranging interview, David Kahan, President & CEO Birkenstock Americas delivers a masterclass in brand stewardship and retail strategy. He traces Birkenstock's roots from a humble German cobbler to a global fashion phenomenon—revealing how the brand's success rests on “never deviating from its DNA.” Every product begins with the footbed, he says, making comfort, health, and purpose inseparable from style.Kahan credits Birkenstock's ongoing cultural resonance—from the Barbie movie to red carpet collaborations—to disciplined brand management and “engineered distribution.” He explains how each Birkenstock store is a unique community experience, blending tactile engagement with hyper-local curation. The conversation also touches on leadership philosophy, emphasizing humility, trust, and an unwavering focus on brand equity over short-term sales.     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.

TBOY Live Show Tickets to Chicago on sale NOW: https://www.axs.com/events/949346/the-best-one-yet-podcast-ticketsSome Le Pain Quiotidien's bakeries are turning into night clubs… The hottest pivot in biz history.How is China handling the Trade War?... It's making its data disappear.DoorDash, Uber, Instacart stocks are surging this year… It's proof of a vibe-cession.Plus, “Nerd-Sniping” is the new hiring trend in tech… Solve math on the street? Get a job.$DASH $UBER $CARTWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of

Hollywood just entered the Trade War… starring the 1st ever digital tariff (100% on Wicked 2).Warren Buffett is retiring, so we found his secret $$$ sauce… It's culture, not calculations.Skechers is the 3rd biggest shoe biz on earth… and just sold for $9B thanks to your nana.Plus, the untold origin story of… Google Maps.$SKX $$PARA $NFLX $BRK.B $GOOGOur episode from last year on Berkshire Hathaway's Greg Abel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-one-yet/id1386234384 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zC0iXEvP8BkUDq6lBa4f5Want more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Google Maps: The *Actual* Everything App

Sam Altman is scanning eyeballs to verify Tinder dates… but the bigger story is the End of Passwords.Formula One just had its Miami Grand Prix… and the racing stock is at an all-time high.Mack Weldon's underwear turned tariffs from a weakness to a strength.Plus, the next TBOY Live Show will be in **Chicago** 7/23/2025

Luxury cars are adding wild mindful wellness features… But will anyone pay for an in-car spa?Elon just exited DOGE… So we calculated the $$$-saving scorecard.Apple pulled off a “Mission Impossible” operation… We're calling it the Hoarder's Quarter.Plus, who will win the Kentucky Derby?… The horse whose name begins with “S.”$AAPL $SPY $MGGYYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… the Starbucks Frappuccino

Pizza explains the Trade War… Delivery pizza is tariff-proof, but frozen pizza is recession-proof.Waymo just partnered with Toyota for personal self-driving cars… It's the new robo-chauffeur.Today is half-way to Halloween… but “horror” has become a year-round industry.Plus, instead of “can 100 men beat 1 gorilla,” we're asking “can 100 men out-earn 1 gorilla?”$DPZ $YUM $GOOGWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… the Starbucks Frappuccino

Lyft dropped the wildest CEO letter ever… and it includes “Enshitiffication” and “Falcon Mode.”The most popular, viral product right now? Labubu dolls… Their growth hack? Blind boxes.The big business beef was President Trump calling Jeff Bezos… because of a Tariff Fee.Plus, the world's biggest pasta brand just solved pasta cooking… with the first “Pasta Playlist.”$LYFT $AMZN $PMRTYLyft shareholder letter: https://www.lyft.com/blog/posts/letter-to-shareholders Want more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… the Starbucks Frappuccino

The trade war inadvertently created a $1K Baby Tax… So we predict a “family exemption.”Star Wars re-released Ep 3, bringing in $42M this weekend… Re-releases can save theaters.UNC is teaching athletes how to become D1 Influencers… The key: “you don't have to dance.”Plus, the untold origin story of… the Frappuccino (spoiler: Starbucks acquired it)$DIS $NFLX To make a donation to Daniel's cause in honor of his son Jack, click here: ItHasBeenAPleasure.comWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…

Jeff Bezos' secret electric car launched… It's $20k, anti-Tesla, and inspired by the Amish.100,000 year old glacier ice is being used in Dubai nightclubs… selling for $60/cube.California passed Japan to be the 4th biggest economy in the world… we'll tell ya how.Plus, the latest recession signal is the “Brown Bag Indicator”... Leftover lunch is an econ warning.$RIVN $AMZN $JBLUWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinks to listen.“The Best Idea Yet”: The untold origin stories of the products you're obsessed with — From the McDonald's Happy Meal to Birkenstock's sandal to Nintendo's Susper Mario Brothers to Sriracha. New 45-minute episodes drop weekly.—-----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts FOR MORE NICK & JACK: Newsletter: https://tboypod.com/newsletter Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/ Connect with Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/ SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Since the Pope passed, streaming of “Conclave” is up 3,200%... It's the power of Shelf IP.Uber & VW just hooked up for robo-hippie-van taxis… It captures Uber's Switzerland Strategy.Every company's put their investment plans on ice… We call it the Great Capitalist Pause.Plus, Starbucks bought 200,000 Sharpies… now its new CEO wants a doodle on every cup.$UBER $VWAGY $AMZN $NFLXWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinks to listen.“The Best Idea Yet”: The untold origin stories of the products you're obsessed with — From the McDonald's Happy Meal to Birkenstock's sandal to Nintendo's Susper Mario Brothers to Sriracha. New 45-minute episodes drop weekly.—-----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts FOR MORE NICK & JACK: Newsletter: https://tboypod.com/newsletter Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/ Connect with Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/ SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump's de-escalating his trade war with China… because of a warning about “empty shelves”.Kardashian protein popcorn?... In the Ozempi-conomy, protein brands are the top food trend.The hottest area of the housing market is… trailer parks. We found 3 ways to invest.Plus, the untold origin story of… The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.$NVO $SPY $BXWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… TMNT

Cluely's founders got suspended for building an AI cheating app… but now it's venture backed.Home Depot's biggest division will shock you… it's their $20B/year secret garden.President Trump tanked markets Monday for threatening to fire the Fed… so we explained central bank's independence with a superhero.Plus, using “please” and “thank you” in ChatGPT is costing the company tens-of-millions of dollars…$HD $SPY $CMGWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… The Ninja Turtles

You're about to see “Tariff Fee” on your receipts… But the phrasing is about to get political.Companies are embracing mascots again … Jake From State Farm just beat the Kardashians. Costco's one weakness? It's never successfully sold a Kirkland beer… until now.Plus, we've got Duolingo's CEO on tomorrow's pod… and he's announcing something big.$COST $MCD $DUO $SPYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… the Super Soaker

Twinkie is embracing 4/20 with Munchies Mobiles... because the US economy is now PG-13.China just stopped selling us Rare Earth Metals… We call it the Acupuncture Needle Strategy.Say hello to “Nepo-preneurs”… Because kids joining family businesses just surged 13%.Plus, the top way to reduce stress at work? Playing Tetris… $SJM $LMT $SPYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… the Super Soaker

Harvard is taking on the Trump admin for $2B… so we looked at the Economics of Endowments.60% of Coachella ticket sales were payment plans… it's not buy-now-pay-later, it's pay-now-party-later.Netflix thinks it's recession-proof… So its new internal goal? Hit $1 trillion Dollars.Plus, what's the most forgetful day of the year?... Uber's Lost & Found data just told us$NFLX $SPOT $UBERWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinks to listen.“The Best Idea Yet”: The untold origin stories of the products you're obsessed with — From the McDonald's Happy Meal to Birkenstock's sandal to Nintendo's Susper Mario Brothers to Sriracha. New 45-minute episodes drop weekly.—-----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts FOR MORE NICK & JACK: Newsletter: https://tboypod.com/newsletter Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/ Connect with Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/ SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chinese factories are retaliating in the trade war… with TikTok videos exposing $5 Lulu pants.Moleskine's journals are thriving despite the digital age… because they created a Gen Z Board.Will Instagram get split from Meta?... Zuckerberg testifies this week in FTC vs. Meta.Plus, the untold origin story of… The Super Soaker.$LULU $META $SPYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Super Soaker

Louis Vuitton opened its 1st Texas factory 6 years ago… but we'll explain why it's failing (#FooeyVuitton).Dubai Chocolate went viral 17 months ago… It shows why every biz needs a “Trend Team.”Trump's trade war focus is the “trade deficit”... But America's economy is Brains & Brands.Plus, tomorrow is tax day… But if you haven't done yours yet, Pokemon can help.$LVMUY $SHAK $SPY Want more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinks to listen.“The Best Idea Yet”: The untold origin stories of the products you're obsessed with — From the McDonald's Happy Meal to Birkenstock's sandal to Nintendo's Susper Mario Brothers to Sriracha. New 45-minute episodes drop weekly.—-----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts FOR MORE NICK & JACK: Newsletter: https://tboypod.com/newsletter Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/ Connect with Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/ SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yesterday we covered the trade war pause… today the behind-the-scenes Trump drama.Versace was just sold to its Italian cousin Prada at ½ price… because time kills all deals.Nick just got his 1st colonoscopy… so Jack found our fave economics lesson in the exam.Plus, Google is now paying AI engineers to do nothing… no joke. $CPRI $PRDSY $SPYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Peeps

Trump paused most tariffs, except for 1: USA vs China… Who will win the isolation game?The Masters golf tourney begins today… but the real strategy is in the $1.50 sandwiches.Harry's Razors filed to IPO as “Mammoth”... because Harry's is really a startup studio.Plus, scammers moved from email, to text, to… job apps? 25% of interviewees will be fake humans.$SPY $PG $EPCWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…Peeps

Colossal brought the Dire Wolf back from extinction… by using a strategy from Hollywood.The #1 winner of the Trade War? ThredUp… The second-hand clothing stock has doubled this year.Shopify is requiring everyone at the company to use AI every day… AI is part of the dress code.Plus, introducing “Tasteful Tariffs” — Things that should be tariffed. Think Cargo pants, small talk, QR code menus…$TDUP $REAL $SHOP $NDAQWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of Peeps

Should you buy the stock dip?... The best way to decide is with our stock Time Machine.Artipope just unveiled a $4,000 baby carrier… because the best status symbol is “status subtle.”Ford launched employee pricing for all… because tariffs will hit garages over groceries.Plus, the untold origin story of the world's biggest marshmallow company… Peeps.$SPY $F $WBDWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… Peeps

Stocks fell 10% Thurs/Fri, now this trade war could trigger a global recession… a “Pan-cession.”Chipotle went on a 7-year journey to find a tariff-free avo… but it doesn't exist.4 o'clock is the new 5 o'clock… You now leave work 42 minutes earlier, but with one big catch.Plus, the hottest new fashion product?... It's the Nvidia CEO's leather jacket.$SPY $NDAQ $CMGWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…

White Lotus' szn finale is Sunday… and HBO's drip strategy is beating Netflix's drop.The best way to understand Trump's trade war nuclear bomb?... The $324 iPhone tariff.Coach's handbag stores are adding ice cream bars?... Because “dwell time” leads to “sell time.”Plus, Buffalo Wild Wings invented March Madness smart-glasses that beat Apple's Vision Pro…$WBD $NFLX $TPR $AAPL $NKE $SPYWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…

The Hooters founders are buying it outta bankruptcy… but did you know Hooters once had an Airline?Facebook is going back to the OG version… Because the Social Network became a Stranger Network.Canada's using a WWII playbook to fix their housing crisis… and it's inspired by Long Island and Everything Bagels.$AAPL $META $EATWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…

The New York Yankees set a home run record… Thanks to a new data-optimized torpedo bat.The #1 term you gotta know for Q2? “Stagflation”… when unemployment and inflation both rise.One drone delivery startup is beating Amazon in the sky… but should serve houses or hospitals?Plus, Kim Kardashian's Skims is launching a Wall Street Shapeware line… $SPY $AMZN $GOOGWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of