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The CEO of Saks Global joins after the company received court approval for its bankruptcy restructuring plan. Then, the CEO of Scotiabank, one of the largest banks in Canada, joins with his outlook for the global economy. We also discuss what to expect from Apple WWDC which kicks off today. Plus, we break down new weight loss drug results from Eli Lilly and Zealand Pharma. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sneakers used to be one of two things: performance or fashion. Somewhere in the last decade, that line collapsed — and the shoes most of us are reaching for now sit firmly in the middle.I'm joined by Adam and Ryan Goldston, founders of APL and the first members of an athletic company ever inducted into the CFDA, for a conversation on how they ushered in the era of the fashion sneaker. From getting banned by the NBA for their first shoe to landing in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance product in those rooms, Adam and Ryan share how a clear point of view — and a refusal to use logos — built one of the most distinctive sneaker brands in the world.We get into world-building beyond product, why they believe taste is their real superpower and the consumer shift toward quieter, design-led pieces.Shop APL https://www.athleticpropulsionlabs.com/In this episode, we get into:What actually set the stage for the era of the fashion sneakerWhy being inducted into the CFDA in 2016 was a turning point for the entire sneaker industryThe decision to launch in Selfridges, Net-a-Porter, and Saks before anyone else was selling performance in luxury roomsWhy APL refuses to use big, emblazoned logos — and how that built a stronger brandThe rise of the personal brand and why consumers don't want to be walking advertisements anymoreWhat "simple, yet severe" actually means as a design philosophyInside the APL flagship at The Grove and why it feels more like a gallery than a storeWhy building a brand world still requires a physical experience in an increasingly digital ageRalph Lauren as the singular blueprint for world-building — and the moment they found out Ralph himself is an APL fanWhy Adam and Ryan consider taste their real superpower (and how to cultivate it)The relationship between taste, bravery, and confidenceThe Tokyo trip and the souffle pancakes that inspired the ZipLine midsoleWhy texture — both tactile and visual — is the most important element of a perfect sneakerThe rise of the luxury basic and why consumers are investing in staples right nowHow the F1 partnership in 2016 shaped APL's global luxury performance positioningThank you to my partners at Macy's for my newest wardrobe essentials. Shop my selects here! https://shopmy.us/collections/5681436 #MacyspartnerLet's Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rick Watson runs through a busy week in retail. Walmart posted a $177.8 billion quarter, with revenue up 7.3%, U.S. comps up 4.1%, and global e-commerce up 26%, yet free cash flow landed at negative $1.9B as automation capex climbed. Advertising grew 37%, marketplace sales jumped close to 50%, and new shoppers skewed upper-income. At Sam's Club, more trips but smaller baskets.Authentic Brands Group named a new CEO: founder Jamie Salter moved to executive chairman, and former MGM Resorts chief Matt Maddox took over. ABG holds 50-plus brands, $38B in system-wide sales, and 77% of the company behind Saks, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman. Salter floated an IPO within the year.At Google I/O 2026, the Universal Cart follows shoppers across Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail, AI Mode crossed a billion monthly users, and native checkout opened to UCP merchants. Kroger hit $16B in e-commerce with a first profit in sight, wages past $20, two senior exits, and 70 to 80 stores planned. Plus an Investor Minute on Global-e, Insider, and Brown-Forman.This week's episode is sponsored by Avalara. For e-commerce brands, tax compliance grows more complex with every new channel, state, product, and market. Avalara Agentic Tax and Compliance automates the behind-the-scenes work so merchants can offer a smoother checkout, with accurate tax calculations, clearer visibility into tariffs and duties, and fewer surprises when orders arrive. It works with platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, and WooCommerce, helping teams manage compliance faster and scale with confidence. Learn more at avalara.watsonweekly.com.

The recent annual convention of TRADITON's publisher, the Rabbinical Council of America, was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work of our journal of Orthodox Jewish Thought. Our editor Jeffrey Saks had a chance to conduct a session with Itamar Rosensweig, whose “Reconceiving Conceptualism” opens our recently released Spring 2026 issue. The essay is an argument for method in Torah study as part of the pursuit of knowledge. Rosensweig asks if and why the so-called conceptual method (a.k.a. Lomdus) is typically favored in our own learning and teaching because it's somehow more “authentic” and “true”? Saks inquired what Rosensweig set out to do in the essay and touched on pedagogical and practical suggestions for ways to more effectively implement Lomdus and utilize its tools in our shuls and schools. This was of particular relevance to the rabbis and educators in attendance, many of whom raised questions and offered gentle pushback throughout the discussion. In fact, the essay has already generated a healthy amount of response and we hope to be publishing some of that in the near future. Watch a video of this discussion on YouTube. Rabbi Dr. Itamar Rosensweig is a Rosh Yeshiva and associate professor of philosophy at Yeshiva University, a dayyan at the Beth Din of America, and rabbi of the Merion Shtiebel. The conversation was recorded by TorahAnytime at the RCA Convention in Suffern, NY, on May 11, 2026. The post Reconceiving Conceptualism appeared first on Tradition Online.

Michelle Morgan Harrison's creative trajectory began not in design studios, but in the fast-paced world of 1990s print fashion journalism. An intersectional internship between her junior and senior years of college at Elle magazine introduced her to legendary industry giants like Marion McEvoy and Rona Berg. After completing her degree in magazine journalism at Syracuse University, she transitioned into a full-time career in the fashion capitol ecosystem.Her early professional years were defined by old-school curation, starting as the wardrobe manager for Mirabella magazine under the iconic Grace Mirabella. Working in the fashion closets handling couture dresses and traveling across Europe to cover runway shows alongside visionary creative directors, Michelle developed a keen instinct for predicting cultural shifts. During the height of the mid-90s "British Invasion," she was running up five flights of stairs in London to help spot and support emerging talents like Alexander McQueen.The transition into interior architecture happened organically as Michelle rose to become the fashion director at Mirabella, where she began managing holistic home and lifestyle photo shoots. After a brief stint directing corporate editorial work for Saks, her passion for historical home restoration took center stage. Shortly after relocating to Connecticut and giving birth to her second child, neighbors began knocking on her door to ask about her exterior paint colors and light fixtures—a sign that inspired her to officially launch her own design firm Morgan Harrison Home in 2006.

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Three stories on the table this week, and none of them small.Saks Global plans to exit Chapter 11 on June 22nd carrying $1.2 billion in debt, with a reorganization plan targeting $9 billion in GMV by fiscal 2030. That's nearly double where they sit today. Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky walk through the vendor mess (720 brands stopped shipping at the worst of it), the repair work underway, and why exiting bankruptcy this leveraged sets up another round of trouble down the road.The Watson Weekly Weekend edition is sponsored by Avalara - the agentic AI platform automating global tax and compliance for leading eCommerce brands. For more details: https://avalaratax.watsonweekly.comOver at Victoria's Secret, Australian investor Brett Blundy's BBRC Worldwide has built a roughly 13% stake and is pushing to remove two directors: chair Donna James and Miriam Naficy. The complaint is acquisitions like Adore Me. CEO Hillary Super is running a "path to potential" plan built around body positivity and a return to the Angels heritage. Fiscal 2025 sales are up 5%. The question is whether that's enough to keep the activist quiet.Then earnings. Alphabet did $109B in Q1, with Google Cloud growing 63% YoY to a $20B run rate and a $462B backlog. Amazon hit $181B, AWS grew 28% to $37.5B, and the chip business crossed a $20B run rate of its own. Shopify cleared $100B in quarterly GMV for the first time, with operating income up 88% on the back of all the layoffs and restructuring.The thread underneath all of it: AI compute is getting more expensive, not less. The pricing power is sitting with the infrastructure layer. Amazon, Nvidia, and the LLM owners are collecting the rent. The businesses adopting AI are paying it.

This is a peculiar hearing. Based on the explanation to the court on the record, this brief hearing was on approval of the revised disclosure statement submitted to the court for review within hours of the court hearing, with further party input and more changes anticipated. This is towards approval of the disclosure statement so Saks et al can solicit votes in support of a bankruptcy plan. I'm in the corporate restructuring space and found the presentation incomprehensible for the most part. I don't understand why people who didn't receive notice can be considered to have had a chance to review this disclosure statement and react to it in time to come forward to the bankruptcy court.

What does it actually take to lead 70,000 people through one of the biggest cultural resets in beauty history?Michael Bowes, Chief People Officer of The Estée Lauder Companies, joins Jessica Neal on Truth Works for a candid conversation about stepping into the top HR seat at an iconic 80-year-old company in the middle of a billion-dollar restructure, the courage it takes to disagree with your CEO without breaking the partnership, and why the loneliness of the role is real but the work is worth it.Michael walks through his path from Saks Fifth Avenue in the early 90s, to Nike, to Tommy Hilfiger, to Coach and Tapestry, and a brief detour into executive search before joining Estée Lauder in 2015. He spent almost ten years in talent before being promoted into the Chief People Officer role. He is honest about the fact he was not chasing the title. He took it because he believed in the new CEO Stefan's vision for the next 80 years of the company.Then the conversation gets into what is actually changing inside Estée Lauder under the new Beauty Reimagined strategy. A culture that used to default to no is now committing to say yes. Over 1,000 different bonus calculations across business units have been consolidated into nine. Brands that used to operate in silos are now rowing in the same direction with one shared set of goals.Michael also opens up about the realities of the CPO seat that no one prepares you for. The loneliness. The board dynamics. The added complexity of working inside a family-majority-shareholder company. The fact that everyone thinks they can do your HR job until you actually have to do something hard. And the running joke that the only people who tell you they would never want your job are the ones who just watched you do it.The episode closes with how Estée Lauder is approaching AI as a tool rather than a threat, including how the company is mining 80 years of prestige beauty consumer data in ways no competitor can match. Plus the rise of K-beauty, why Dr. Jart sits inside the portfolio, the China R&D centre that is reversing the old east-to-west flow of trends, and the philosophy that has guided how Michael hires for the last decade: hire the player, not the playbook.Topics Covered:How The Estée Lauder Companies scaled from a kitchen in Queens to a global prestige beauty portfolioWhy 87% of the workforce is women and how that shapes consumer decisionsTravel retail as a multi-billion dollar growth channelMichael's career path from Saks to Nike to Tommy Hilfiger to Coach to Estée LauderBeing part of the CEO succession conversation before being promoted himselfTaking the Chief People Officer role in the middle of a global billion-dollar restructureThe Beauty Reimagined strategy and its five pillarsShifting the culture from "protect by saying no" to "we say yes"Consolidating 1,000+ bonus calculations into nine business unitsThe loneliness of the CPO seat and why CEO chemistry is non-negotiableHow to disagree with your CEO and still own the decision publiclyNavigating board dynamics and family-majority shareholdersAI as a tool, not a threat, and how Estée Lauder is embedding it across R&D and consumer insight80 years of prestige beauty data and what AI can unlock from itThe K-beauty wave, Dr. Jart, The Ordinary, and the China R&D centreThe biggest hiring mistake organisations make by defaultWhy the right hire is the player, not the playbookThe piece of advice from Michael's grandmother that he still lives byTruth Works is hosted by Jessica Neal, former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix.

The podcast skips a couple of hearings held in the Saks bankruptcy proceedings earlier in April. The 4/24/2026 hearing is a helpful one to review because it includes an update on the restructuring support agreement and also an update on the anticipated timing of the chapter 11 disclosure statement. Additionally the hearing includes a summary of the proposed chapter 11 exit financing, with the business justification for the terms. At the conclusion of the hearing, the bankruptcy court approved the proposed exit financing, and the court noted another hearing is on for next Friday.

This week Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc bring listeners a high-energy live episode from Shoptalk Las Vegas — Part 1 of the inaugural Retail Rumble. The episode opens with the week's most important retail news. Levi Strauss delivers strong revenue growth driven by its expanding direct-to-consumer business, underscoring how its pivot away from wholesale dependency is unlocking margin and brand control — an increasingly critical playbook in modern retail. The department store sector remains under pressure. Saks Global's bankruptcy exit signals stabilization, but also highlights the structural challenges facing legacy luxury retail. With store closures, ownership restructuring, and vendor confidence still rebuilding, the hosts examine whether Saks can regain lost ground as Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom move to capitalize on the disruption. Additional analysis covers early warning signs in mall traffic, with Placer.ai data pointing to a potential slowdown, and Wayfair's continued push into physical retail despite broader category softness — raising pointed questions about the evolving role of stores in an omnichannel world. The second half shifts to the Retail Rumble stage, where industry heavyweights debate two of retail's most pressing questions. Michael LeBlanc and Anne Mezzinga, founding CEO of Retail Field Report, referee the action. Round one: Is eCommerce entering a new phase of accelerated growth? Neil Saunders argues that demographic shifts, infrastructure investment, and AI-driven discovery will fuel acceleration. R.J. Hottovy counters with the realities of market saturation, the enduring importance of physical retail, and the law of large numbers limiting growth upside. Round two: Does retail media improve the shopper journey? Kiri Masters argues that retail media enhances relevance and subsidizes pricing through high-margin revenue streams. Rachel Tipograph challenges the model as increasingly pay-to-play — one that risks distorting product discovery and eroding the customer experience it claims to enhance. 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.

Stay up to date with the latest in travel rewards, credit cards, and hotel loyalty programs in this episode of Wonderland on Points. We break down recent updates from Hilton Honors, including new status tiers like Diamond Reserve and what they mean for travelers looking to maximize hotel benefits. We also cover current credit card offers, changes to the American Express Platinum Card (including Saks credits), and smart strategies to keep earning and redeeming points efficiently. Plus, we celebrate giveaway winners and share community updates, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in points and miles, travel hacking, and maximizing rewards in an ever-changing landscape.Find Us On Online:Sign Up for the Y! Wonder Travel NewsletterWonderland on Points Youtube ChannelMary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupWonderland On Points BlogAffiliate Links:CardpointersComfrt.com 15% OFFHalara (use code "Wonderland" for 10% off)Tobiq 15%Our Favorite Credit CardsComfrt.com 15% OFFOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

This is the official court audio of the hearing held April 2, and is docketed on the court's docket.There have been some hearings in the Saks bankruptcy proceedings since the last Saks hearing posted to this podcast. The hearings concerned, for the most part, a dispute with a particular party as opposed to macro developments in the cases. The hearings were somewhat lengthy and broken up over a few recordings, and not available on the podcast but are available on the court's docket and the case administration site. https://cases.stretto.com/Saks/court-docket/ (Search the docket for the files named audio).This latest hearing being streamed here was held on April 2, 2026 and concerns an emergency request to lift the automatic stay. The automatic stay is a protection that goes into effect by operation of law under section 362 of the Bankruptcy Code, when a bankruptcy petition is filed. In this case as it typical the Saks chapter 11 debtors are protected by the stay, not only from contractual obligations, but also from continuing to defend personal injury litigation arising from injuries sustained before Saks Global went into bankruptcy. In this case it sounds like an individual plaintiff wanted to proceed with personal injury litigation in Massachusetts and sought bankruptcy court approval via counsel. The bankruptcy court was responsive, held a hearing, and continued the hearing to a final hearing on May 7. The court encouraged the parties to work things out, in other words to at least agree to a date the automatic stay will lift. This is after the judge suggested a 60 day time frame at the outset of the hearing.The court noted that the court will not allow the stay to stop the case from going to trial indefinitely. I think it would be interesting for the lawyer who argued against the automatic stay being lifted to listen to what he is saying to the court, and ask himself why he would try to deprive a personal injury claimant of continuing litigation when it doesn't make a difference in terms of the future of Saks Global. Also the law is pretty clear, even with outlier cases like Purdue Pharma, which some people estimated pays just $40k for wrongful death claims - that personal injury claims can't be liquidated in bankruptcy court.As the court noted, at some point bankruptcy courts allow personal injury claims to be liquidated, in other words to continue on their path to jury trial or other payout under applicable non bankruptcy law.

On this week's episode of the Glossy Podcast, international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska is joined by senior beauty reporter Emily Jensen to unpack Macy's latest earnings and what they signal for the future of department stores amid the Saks bankruptcy. Macy's reported $7.6 billion in fourth-quarter revenue and $21.8 billion for full-year 2025 on March 18, both coming in ahead of expectations.

Go to https://surfshark.com/mtm or use code MTM at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Description In this episode, Shawn and Mark break down a string of Amex Platinum changes — Saks credit going away, Centurion Lounge guest access tightening, Uber VIP disappearing — plus an honest look at the Citi Strata Premier revamp survey and the best offer ever on a no-fee Amex card. Mark is also freshly back from Bermuda and gives a teaser on what happened before the full recap next week. What we cover: Saks Fifth Avenue Amex Platinum credit ending July 1st and what might replace it Amex Business Platinum ChatGPT $300 credit — and whether it's actually useful Centurion Lounge same-flight guest rule starting July 8th Uber VIP ending May 7th and the broader Lyft vs Uber rideshare debate Citi Strata Premier revamp survey — two versions, which is better, and what they shouldn't touch Uber acquiring Black Lane and what it means for Citi credits Blue Business Plus 75K offer with no lifetime language — best ever Episode Guide: 0:00 - Welcome to MTM Travel 0:22 - Mark's Bermuda trip preview and Saks credit ending 5:11 - Amex Business Platinum ChatGPT credit 7:58 - Centurion Lounge same-flight guest rule change 11:19 - Uber VIP going away and the Lyft vs Uber debate 15:10 - Citi Strata Premier revamp survey — what to keep and what not to touch 19:56 - Uber buying Black Lane and Citi credit implications 23:15 - Blue Business Plus 75K — best ever offer with no lifetime language ✈️ Track your travel credit cards for free

How do you navigate a world that feels empty after a 38-year conversation ends? In this episode of Everyone Dies, we dive into the "radical honesty" of actor Richard E. Grant as he navigates the profound grief of losing his wife, Joan Washington. We explore why he rejects the idea that "time heals" and instead advocates for an unfiltered, open approach to bereavement.We also tackle the complex realities of spousal loss through a listener's story of grieving a partner lost twice—first to addiction and finally to illness. From the unexpected relief that can follow years of chronic caregiving stress, to the heartwarming story of NFL players are joining the ranks of the most trusted profession, this episode is a safe space for the raw, honest, and often unspoken truths about death and dying.   https://bit.ly/4sWAJrlWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:The Most Trusted Profession: Why nurses have topped Gallup's honesty and ethics poll for 24 consecutive years and how former NFL stars are now joining the ranks.Richard E. Grant on Love & Death: A look at the actor's journey through spousal grief and why he continues his 38-year "conversation" with his late wife through nightly letters.Challenging Grief Platitudes: Why "time heals" might be the wrong way to look at loss and how to navigate around the "hole" left behind instead of trying to fill it.The Power of Radical Honesty: How laying bare your life and secrets can become a therapeutic act of protection during bereavement.Grieving a Complex Partner: A raw account of losing a spouse to addiction and the "messy" administrative and emotional reality of cleaning up a life left behind.The Taboo of Relief: Understanding the sense of peace that can occur when the chronic stress of a partner's terminal illness or struggle finally ends.Safe Spaces for Death Talk: Why having a community to discuss the "unfiltered" side of death is essential for healing.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro; Saks 5th Avenue Closure and the Rising Thrift Store Trend03:48 - The Most Trusted Profession: Nurses and NFL Players that Transitioned to Nursing07:32 - British Actor Richard E. Grant on Love, Grieving his Wife, and Learning Openness from His Traumatic Upbringing17:03 - The Importance of Safe Places for Talking About Death and Grief19:38 - The Raw Reality of Death: Widowed Twice, the Complex Loss to Alcoholism, and Cleaning a Messy Life22:46 - Outro; Every Day is a Gift#EveryoneDies #GriefSupport #EndofLife #DeathEducation #Podcast #S6E51  #Grief #Widow #Nursing #DeathAndDying #MentalHealth  #RichardEGrant #SpousalLoss #GriefRecovery #HonestConversations #WidowedSupport the showConnect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube  

Cartel violence explodes in Puerto Vallarta as U.S.–Mexico operations intensify — and what does it mean for the Epstein files, election integrity, and national security? In this explosive episode of Patriots With Grit, Scotty Sacks joins us from Mexico with firsthand footage and insider analysis connecting cartel retaliation, global power structures, and the growing demand for accountability. Don't miss this deep-dive into the headlines the mainstream media won't touch.⚠️ The views expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Patriots With Grit, LLC Follow Scotty: https://SoveriegnRadio.comNOTE: This information is for educational and investigative purposes.-------------------------Check out all of our vendors at: https://patriotswithgrit.com/patriot-partners/ SPONSORS FOR THIS VIDEO❤️ Cardio Miracle – One Drink. Endless Benefits.Feel steady energy, sharper clarity, and stronger resilience every day.Own your freedom in health & experience the full power your body was designed for.

“The goal is to set the company up for longer-term success,” explained Rachel Murray, managing director at Moelis & Co. “If we're solving quarter-to-quarter, you're probably not investing in the business as you should; there's distractions for management, it's putting more pressure on the business, and frankly, probably their peers and competitors are going after their customers and creating noise.” In her conversation (7:40) with Bloomberg Intelligence's Negisa Balluku and Phil Brendel at the 22nd annual Wharton Restructuring & Distressed Investing Conference, Murray explored how private credit's growth and heavy dependence on relationships alter the restructuring dynamic, relative to traditional large cap leveraged finance workouts. This episode of the State of Distressed Debt podcast concludes (31:40) with BI's Noel Hebert joining Negisa and Phil to discuss the latest developments in First Brands, Saks, Multi-Color Corp., Ardagh Group and Serta.

The department store industry just witnessed one of its most dramatic collapses. When Saks Global filed for bankruptcy in early 2026, it marked the end of an ambitious—but fatally flawed—attempt to merge two luxury retail icons. For Terry Lundgren, former Chairman and CEO of Macy's, and Jan Rogers Kniffen, one of retail's most respected strategists, the failure was inevitable. "Putting two very weak financially organizations together will not make anything other than one big financially weak organization," Lundgren warned before the deal even closed. In this episode of The Retail Pilot, host Ken Pilot brings together two industry veterans who've navigated mergers, bankruptcies, and retail transformation for decades. They reveal what killed Saks Global, why some department stores will survive while others won't, and what the retail landscape will look like in 2026 and beyond.In this episode you'll learn:Why the Saks Global and Neiman Marcus merger was "DOA" from the beginning and what red flags signaled the collapseHow Terry Lundgren successfully executed one of retail's most successful acquisitions: the May Department Stores deal that created a national Macy's footprintWhy department stores aren't broken—just overleveraged—and how the right balance sheet can save the modelThe "My Macy's" strategy: How localized assortments and 70 district buying teams drove billion-dollar growthThe marketplace opportunity: How third-party sellers can expand assortments without inventory riskWhy physical stores still matter and how to make them "fun" again with experiential retail, restaurants, and curated galleriesWalmart's dominance: How they're "firing on all cylinders" and taking market share from Target, Kohl's, and JCPenneyAmazon's retail store struggles and why they should "buy somebody that has stores and let them run it"The future in 10 years: Which department stores will survive (spoiler: Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, and Dillard's)What it takes to save Saks and Neiman Marcus: A "white knight with deep pockets" and a long-term visionThis episode is essential listening for retail operators managing consolidation and change, investors evaluating the department store sector, vendors navigating complex retail partnerships, and anyone seeking to understand the forces reshaping American retail from two executives who've been at the center of it all.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 Lizanne Kindler, CEO of Knitwell Group, shares how she leads eight iconic fashion brands generating over $6 billion in revenue and successfully integrated three separate companies into one unified powerhouse, 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.

This week on the Watson Weekly Weekend edition, Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky are breaking down a massive shift in the retail and tech landscape. From the dramatic fall of a luxury giant to Walmart's historic milestone and the high-stakes risks facing Silicon Valley's finest, we've got the insights you need to stay ahead.In This Episode

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The hosts take open a sweeping look at the week's most consequential retail developments before heading live to the Narvar Podcast Studio at the NRF Big Show for a deep dive into AI, agentic commerce, and the evolving post-purchase customer journey.The news segment explores Saks Global's decision to close nine full-line stores, underscoring ongoing consolidation in the luxury industry and challenges in multi-line retail. The hosts examine luxury's continued bifurcation, with Kering struggling while Hermès thrives, reinforcing that luxe positioning alone isn't enough — execution matters.In specialty retail, the “collapse of the unremarkable middle” continues as Toys “R” Us Canada, Francesca's, and Eddie Bauer face significant retrenchment if not extinction, while Tractor Supply and Aritzia aggressively expand. Kroger appoints its first external CEO, Greg Boren, signaling operational rigor ahead, while Costco once again posts remarkable sales growth  Meanwhile, Target begins meaningful leadership restructuring — a foundational step in what is likely a multi-year turnaround. On the radar: AI-powered retail crime prevention at Bunnings and the imminent opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a major infrastructure development for North American trade.The featured interview brings Henry Spear, SVP Digital North America, JD Sports, and David Morin, VP Customer Strategy for Narvar, to the mic for a timely discussion on agentic commerce and how leveraging product returns can create competitive differentiation. 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.

Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Viral movie. This week, Jimmy and Larry are up at the ass crack of dawn to cut a banger on seasonal boot care, cuff gunk, the longest denim circumcision, dog shows and horse racing (handlers vs. jockeys edition), Japan's next new wave is already here, thoughts on Kai Cenat's new brand Vivet and how he is building it, Indian scammers, everything is post-Chrome, James went viral on Twitter which was obviously a nightmare, Timmy wore Ecko but he has bigger problems, the wiggas of old New York, Lawrence's dog is too fucked up for a Super Bowl party, there's no way Bad Bunny doesn't body the halftime show, Winter Olympic fever is here and it's bigger than just hockey gay sex (feat. skeleton phatties and frozen penises), double checking if any fashion folks are in the Epstein Files, whenever a Clinton testifies you know it's gonna be good, Nike reboots ACG again, we prove that Saks is bankrupt because they sucked at buying clothes, and much more.

The episode opens with a sweeping look at the biggest retail stories shaping January. Amazon dominates the headlines again, this time with the closure of all Amazon Fresh grocery and Go stores and a renewed reliance on Whole Foods and online grocery. At the same time, Amazon is laying off tens of thousands of employees, part of a broader wave of cuts across retail and adjacent industries, including UPS, Home Depot, and Nike. The hosts explore whether this is a post-pandemic correction, an AI-driven efficiency shift, or an early signal of bigger structural change.The news turns to Saks Global's bankruptcy, in which most Saks off-price stores will be shut down. This is expected to benefit rivals like Nordstrom Rack and Bloomingdale's Outlet. Earnings signals offer a mixed outlook: LVMH posts weaker results, reinforcing concerns that luxury's recovery will be uneven, while Starbucks shows early signs of traction with traffic growth and the return of tiered loyalty rewards.The second half features an energetic, insight-rich discussion with fellow NRF Top Voices Billy May, Brooklinen's CEO, and David J Katz, EVP and CMO, Randa Apparel, recorded live in the Narvar podcasting studio on the NRF Big Show show floor in New York. Together, they explore how consumer behavior is changing, why value is now deeply contextual, and how trust has become the most fragile currency in retail. They discuss pricing strategy in an era of tariffs, geopolitical risk, and algorithmic pricing, warning that transparency and clarity matter more than ever.The group dives into AI reality—what's working, what's hype, and why AI should be treated as a power tool, not a decision-maker. They examine leadership in the post-COVID era, arguing that execution, speed, and disciplined focus now define winning organizations. Don't miss these rapid-fire takes on rising retailers and the future of the department store—listen now and join the conversation to stay ahead in retail's next chapter.The conversation then shifts to the week's remarkable stories. highlighting the staggering scale of AI investment, including Anthropic's rumored $350 billion valuation and Amazon's possible $50 billion stake in OpenAI. Michael reflects on growing wealth concentration in the U.S. and many developed countries, noting the economic and social implications. Looking around the corner, Steve unpacks TikTok's shifting algorithms, political influence concerns, and TikTok Shop's move to force sellers into its proprietary logistics network—changes that could reshape social commerce. 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.

Vanessa Friedman, fashion director and chief fashion critic of The New York Times, discusses what the Saks Global bankruptcy filing to find out what it means for shoppers and vendors, and what it says about the state of retail sales in the city.

A 4.6 earthquake shakes Indio Hills, sending a jolt across Southern California and prompting immediate reactions and updates as more details come in. We continue with the latest information on the Indio Hills quake — what we know, what people felt, and what’s happening next. Then it’s football talk as Beckman Patriots head coach Morelli weighs in on a Rams play dreamed up by Conway — does it pass the coach’s test or get shut down immediately? And we wrap with a business showdown: Amazon vs. Saks. Amazon reportedly loses its fight to block Saks’ bankruptcy financing and warns of “drastic remedies.” What does that mean, and who blinks first? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers the breakup between Saks and Amazon, slowing Porsche sales, Beyond Meat's pivot, and recent moves across Meta, Apple, Walmart, and DraftKings.

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Topics discussed on today's show: NFL Divisional Round Weekend, National Nothing Day, Admin Nights, 3rd Hottest Year, Anchovy Donut, Japanese Tree Frogs, Concha Bread, Saks 5th Ave BK, Dating While Your Dementia Partner Is Still Alive, What's you favorite Planet?, Bandage Spray, Castration, Pop Quiz, Staying On The Moon, Get The Fake Out, Stay Or Go: Katy Tunbridge, Confessions, and Apologies.

In this podcast episode, we'll talk about how JAL awards can be changed, we'll talk about the Amtrak USA Rail Pass, and we'll discuss Bilt 2.0: Half-baked, confusing, but potentially very rewarding.(At the time of this recording, running ad for Bilt on the audio-only version of this podcast. Despite that, all opinions expressed here are our own. We will always tell you what we believe, good or bad.)Giant Mailbag(01:27) - JAL Mileage Bank awards can not be changed (but they can be cancelled for a reasonable feeSee Nick's post about the best uses of Japan Airlines Mileage Bank miles hereSee our podcast episode 325 "Sweet-spot awards courtesy of Japan Airlines" hereAwards, Points, and More(04:38) - Like MaxFHR but for The EditLearn more here(06:02) - Amtrak USA Rail Pass for $250 (usual: $499)(08:37) - Saks has filed for bankruptcy(11:53) - United MileagePlus Status Match ChallengeLearn more about the United MileagePlus Status Match Challenge hereMain Event: Bilt 2.0Learn more about Bilt 2.0 hereAnd find our opinion on Bilt 2.0 here(14:42) - The transition from old to new(19:36) - 3 Bilt Cards(20:52) - 2 rewards currencies...(22:20) - Is Bilt Cash valuable?(27:02) - More card details(29:49) - What do we know about Bilt Cash?(41:17) - Card Reviews / who are they for?(1:04:15) - Find out some answers to frequently asked questions here: https://frequentmiler.com/bilt-2-faq/Subscribe and FollowVisit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media.Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out this month's sponsor and support our showJoin the loyalty program for renters at joinbilt.com/mileshttps://joinbilt.com/miles

Mark Simone talks about the RFK Jr. press conference and how he is changing the recommendations for a daily diet, the diets of some of the most prominent figures in the world that contradict what is seemingly healthy, the financial troubles of Saks 5th Ave following their purchase by Neiman Marcus, Elon Musk's net worth hitting $750 billion and trending towards hitting a trillion before too long, Bill Ackman donating money to the GoFundMe for the ICE agent who fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis, the former attorney for Nick Reiner and the case he is now taking on, and Alec Baldwin struggling to sell his home in the Hamptons.

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Saks Global — the luxury retail conglomerate that owns brands like Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman — filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week. But given that higher-income consumers are driving so much of spending, why is a chain of luxury department stores struggling? Then, the Trump administration is ending a special protected status for 350,000 Haitians, and the elder-care industry is expected to lose thousands of workers as a result.

Saks Global — the luxury retail conglomerate that owns brands like Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman — filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week. But given that higher-income consumers are driving so much of spending, why is a chain of luxury department stores struggling? Then, the Trump administration is ending a special protected status for 350,000 Haitians, and the elder-care industry is expected to lose thousands of workers as a result.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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PODCAST LAS NOTICIAS CON CALLE DE 14 ENERO DE 2026 - Bancos dicen que van a declarar la guerra contra tarjetas de crédito con tope obligatorio de 10%La Junta lleva un año de secreteo, no divulgan sus informes financieros - CPI Ahora podrían declarar epidemia de influenza - Metro Hacienda evaluaría extender fecha para planillas por cambios contributivos - Metro Se reúnen por Groenlandia y evitar que Trump la tome por la fuerza - Bloomberg Abandonado el antiguo zoológico de Mayagüez - El Vocero DACO dice que no se pueden cobrar más de 25 pesos por parking en las SanSe - El Vocero Secretario de Salud había dicho que iban a verificar si H3N2 había llegado a PR, pero oops, nunca enviaron muestras - El Vocero 180 mil personas en PR tienen conexión solar, evalúan quitar la exención - El Vocero Plantean prohibir el aborto a través de medida de considerar el feto como humano - El Vocero Otra vez atrasada la vista de Anthonieska - El Vocero Supremo federal le cierra la puerta a Verdejo - El Vocero Junta advierte de caos si se cancela el contrato de LUMA - El Nuevo Día Le gana Eliezer Molina a Gobernadora por ley de Parguera - El Nuevo Día Van a inspeccionar los 328 residenciales públicos tras operativo donde cogieron apartamentos abandonados y destruidos - El Nuevo Día Farruko anuncia concierto para celebrar sus 16 años en la música y su marca de cannabis - Primera HoraEn quiebra Saks, el lujo ya no brilla tanto - WSJUSA parece haber comprado arma “sucia” a rusos - CNN¿Sabías que con T-Mobile puedes ahorrar hasta mil dólares al año comparado con Liberty y Claro?Sí, lo escuchaste bien.Y no es solo ahorrar… es recibir más.Con T-Mobile disfrutas de T-Satellite, la única red móvil y satelital a la vez, para mantenerte conectado incluso donde nadie más llega.Además, streaming incluido como Netflix, Hulu y Apple TV.Y cuando viajas, tienes internet de alta velocidad y textos ilimitados sin costo adicional en más de 215 destinos alrededor del mundo — algo que solo T-Mobile ofrece.¿Trabajas remoto o compartes internet? También tieneshotspot rápido y confiable para conectar tus dispositivos cuando lo necesitas.Y para tu tranquilidad, precio garantizado por 5 años.Por tiempo limitado, conoce Better Value, el plan que te da más por menos.Cámbiate hoy a la mejor red móvil en Puerto Rico y comienza a ahorrar ya. Para mas detalles visita t-mobile.com Incluye auspicio

Episode 754: Neal and Toby preview two major events from the federal government. First, the Supreme Court is expected to rule on Trump's tariffs and what it will mean for the economy. Second, the December jobs report arrives that gives a health-check on the labor market. Then, ChatGPT launches a health tab that connects medical records and answers any health questions. Followed by Google launching its Gemini AI throughout Gmail. Meanwhile, Stock of the Week, Dog of the Week returns with Sandisk soaring 28% and a Saks bankruptcy seemed inevitable after an unsettling CEO call.  Check out https://www.rubrik.com for more  Join us for MBD's Trivia Night! https://mbdtrivianight-jan2026.splashthat.com/  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are so thrilled to have our friends Taylor Strecker and Taylor Donohue join us (mere weeks before having a baby) to discuss all the things – their decision to have kids even though one partner was unsure, choosing a sperm donor, how they picture their lives changing, and more. We also discuss opposites attracting and whether two main characters can be together, when your partner posts non-approved pics of you, feeling like your friends' careers are outpacing yours, if magicians are hot or not, and the lore between Taylor Strecker and Kate Bosworth. Before the Taylors join us, Ashley has updates on the egg carton and wedding gift bags, and Rayna shares why Etsy keeps canceling her orders. Enjoy!  Find Taylor Strecker (and her links) on Instagram at @taylorstrecker, Taylor Donohue @taylordonohue, and listen to the Taste of Taylor podcast.  Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: Aura Frames: Get $35 off the bestselling Carver Mat frame at https://auraframes.com with code GGE. Square Space: Get a free trial at https://squarespace.com/GGE and use code GGE for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.  Skims: Get the perfect gifts for everyone on your list in the Skims holiday shop at http://skims.com.  Helix: Get 20% off sitewide at http://helixsleep.com/gge.  Saks Fifth Avenue: Get personalized and easy shopping this holiday season at Saks.com.

#911: Join us as we sit down with Bre Tiesi – real estate agent, star of Netflix's hit series of Selling Sunset, social media personality, investor, & business consultant. Fresh off the latest season, Bre gets candid about the unseen dynamics of reality TV, the gossip that never makes it to air, & how she protects her peace while living in the spotlight. In this episode, Bre opens up about the real behind-the-scenes drama, her non-negotiable personal values, the truth about building a real estate career, life beyond the cameras, & how she is balancing motherhood.   To Watch the Show click HERE   For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM   To connect with Bre Tiesi click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194.   This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential  Gift with intention this Holiday Season – give the gift of self-care. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/SHOP-TSC.    This episode is sponsored by Maui Nui Just go to http://mauinuivenison.com/SKINNY to grab yours.   This episode is sponsored by Cymbiotika Go to http://Cymbiotika.com/TSC today to get 20% off plus free shipping.   This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth Head to http://cozyearth.com and use my code SKINNY for up to 40% off.   This episode is sponsored by Synergy Ready to get started on your very own gut health journey? Visit http://SYNERGYDRINKS.com to find your SYNERGY flavor today.   This episode is sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue  Learn more at http://Saks.com.    This episode is sponsored by Wayfair Head to http://Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair's Black Friday deals for up to 70% off.   This episode is sponsored by Jones Road Beauty  Go to http://JonesRoadBeauty.com to get up to 20% off sitewide.   Produced by Dear Media

We are unpacking the Vogue article heard 'round the world that posed the question "Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now?" We discuss what prompted a question like this and why the conversation blew up, the cultural shift in relationship dynamics, our thoughts on whether boyfriends are in fact embarrassing, the response to the article (both good and bad, and from both men and women), and more. We also rank the worst fictional boyfriends of all time, from Friends to Sex and the City to Disney. And before we get into the topic, Rayna updates us on her comedy journey and Ashley discusses her prenup. Enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: Lola Blankets: Get 40% off your entire order at lolablankets.com with code GGE.  Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at https://rocketmoney.com/gge. Bilt: Get points by paying rent at https://joinbilt.com/gge.  Saks Fifth Avenue: Make shopping easier this season at https://Saks.com.

#910: Join Lauryn Bosstick as we sit down with Kenzie Burke – founder of BRÛLÉ, creative force, & cultural provocateur. Building her empire from the ground up, Kenzie returns to share her journey – from making half a million dollars in two months to facing online backlash, financial struggles, & filing for bankruptcy. In this episode, Kenzie gets real, raw, & honest – reminding us that the comeback hits harder than the fall. She opens up about overcoming personal challenges, rebuilding head-on, evolving constantly, & discovering the resilience to create the brand of her dreams.   To Watch the Show click HERE   For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM   To connect with Kenzie Burke click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194.   To shop BRÛLÉ visit https://shopbrule.com.   This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential  Gift with intention this Holiday Season – give the gift of self-care. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/SHOP-TSC.    This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol  Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription plus free shipping when you go to http://Nutrafol.com and use promo code SKINNYHAIR.    This episode is sponsored by Branch Basics Shop Branch Basics in 600+ Target stores nationwide, or http://Target.com. You can also use my code SKINNY15 to get 15% off at https://branchbasics.com/SKINNY15. Again, SKINNY15 for 15% off at https://branchbasics.com/SKINNY15   This episode is sponsored by Bon Charge Just head to http://boncharge.com and your 25% off code will be automatically added to your order.   This episode is sponsored by WeightWatchers Join today at http://WeightWatchers.com.   This episode is sponsored by Synergy Ready to get started on your very own gut health journey? Visit http://SYNERGYDRINKS.com to find your SYNERGY flavor today.   This episode is sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue   Learn more at http://Saks.com.    This episode is sponsored by BelliWelli Next time you're at Target or Walmart, look for the bright pink BelliWelli lid, or grab it on Amazon or http://Belliwelli.com today. Use code SKINNY at http://BelliWelli.com for 20% off.    Produced by Dear Media