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Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington open hour 2 of the show reacting to recent comments from Jon Gruden where he said he wants the NFL to abolish Thursday Night Football... Do they agree? Then Mark Gunnels joins for the weekly 'College Kids' segment. Plus, more fun with a new edition of Shop Talk!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would your P&C agency benefit from nearshore or offshore back-office solutions? Find out more in this episode of Insurance Shoptalk! In this episode, host Eric Stein is joined by guests Mark Stetson and Henderson Watkins from Solvo Global. They share more about Solvo Global and their many services for P&C agencies, like processing certificates, scrubbing accords, forwarding policy information, and handling reinstatements and cancellations. Eric, Mark, and Henderson also delve into the differences between offshore and nearshore service, and how they differ in cost savings, productivity benefits, and more. To learn more about Solvo Global, find them online at www.solvoglobal.com About Insurance Shoptalk Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, follow us on our social media pages to learn the latest on commercial insurance industry.

PICKS AGAINST THE SPREAD! We pick 4 games this week and assign a confidence meter to the games we pick from the NFL week! Seeing how the NFC race is shaping up who is the best team in the NFC right now? Do the Rams have a good chance of getting the top seed in the NFC? SPILL THE TEA WITH SWEET T. Travis tells us why he is not made to be a nurse. SHOP TALK. Very own Parker Bell in the fun & games department joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Engines don't just give up they give signs. In this solo episode, Leonard Duncan breaks down the top five reasons engines fail, from poor maintenance to over-revving abuse. With real-world stories and practical tips, this Shop Talk edition is a must-listen for riders, racers, and wrenchers who want to keep their machines running strong.Share this episode with a fellow rider and tag us in your rebuilds or shop setups — your quad might be featured in a future show!

Kenny Wallace & Mark Martin share classic racing stories about Rusty Wallace, Jonathan Davenport, Scott Bloomquist & more! Mark's son Matt & Kenny's son-in-law Brody Pompe also contribute to this grass roots racing discussion. #racing #kennywallace #markmartin #nascar #dirtracing Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: http://jegs.ork2.net/rQ9Oy5

In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein sits down with Terry McLean, CEO of SageSure, to discuss how the company has built one of the largest independent property insurance platforms serving catastrophe-exposed markets. Terry shares insights into navigating the hardest property market in decades, managing risk in wildfire and coastal regions, and balancing technology with hands-on underwriting and claims operations. From Florida's ENS market to California's wildfire challenges, this conversation reveals how disciplined underwriting, data-driven modeling, and long-term relationships with agents help SageSure thrive where others retreat. Tune in for a candid look at the future of homeowners insurance, reinsurance cycles, and what agents can do to succeed in high-risk markets. About Insurance Shoptalk Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/ If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.

(00:00) Fred shares the nicest thing a friend has ever done for him… and it involves a hot tub. (Due to copyright restrictions, a portion of the first segment has been removed.)(8:54) CHRISTOPHER PRICE covers the New England Patriots for the Boston Globe and joins Toucher & Hardy to talk about rookies, Maye spreading the ball and much more!(23:58) SEX SHOP TALK!Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, recorded live at Shoptalk, Sarah Hofstetter sits down with Louise Cotterill, Global Senior Director of Insights and Intelligence at Kellanova, for a wide-ranging conversation on how to turn complex data into business results and build cross-functional trust along the way.Louise shares how her team built a proprietary clean room solution to drive more precise audience targeting, tailor creative to shifting shopper behavior, and ultimately deliver a 36 percent sales lift for Special K in the UK. She also explains how marketers can move from one-size-fits-all campaigns to dynamic, behavior-based segmentation, even without first-party data.Beyond the tech, Louise emphasizes the importance of soft skills. From speaking the language of the CFO to running test-and-learn pilots that bring skeptical teams along gradually, she shows how marketers can lead with both credibility and curiosity. In a standout personal moment, she reveals the bravest thing she's ever done: spending a summer living with nomadic eagle hunters in Mongolia.Key takeaways:Insights only matter if they drive action. Clean rooms enable smarter targeting and measurement, but results come from applying those insights across creative and media strategy.Buy-in is built through transparency. Louise outlines how gradual testing, third-party validation, and a shared focus on sales help teams embrace new tools with confidence.Transformation is both technical and cultural. Success depends on aligning stakeholders, evolving incentives, and creating a safe space to test, learn, and adapt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this month's Shop Talk, Brianna and Whitney open up about the realities of travel, delegation, and growth as a travel entrepreneur. Whitney shares highlights from her recent trip to Greece and the honest challenges of creating content while managing client work on the go. Together they talk about what it really takes to balance marketing, travel, and team leadership without burning out. Their conversation unfolds into lessons from mastermind retreats, the importance of profit and wealth-building, and how both are reimagining what growth looks like in this next season of business. It's a candid conversation about building success that's sustainable, flexible, and aligned with the kind of life and business they actually want.

In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein of Insured Solutions speaks with Bob Butts of Alternative Comp Solutions (ACS) about Ohio's newly approved Alternative Employer Organization (AEO) program—an innovative alternative to the state's traditional Bureau of Workers' Compensation system. They discuss how this new model allows agents to finally earn commissions on workers' comp, helps employers save 20–30% on premiums, introduces a convenient pay-as-you-go billing structure, and simplifies claims management. The conversation also explores how AEOs differ from PEOs, what agents need to know about the AC3 form and quoting process, and why this change opens major opportunities for agencies across Ohio. About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/ If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.

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Rob and Kelvin explain why the Las Vegas Raiders need to get rid of head coach Pete Carroll and quarterback Geno Smith after the season. Later, SEC Tea podcast host Cierra Clark swings by for a little SEC college football talk in this week’s edition of College Kids. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates Jaylen Brown’s spray-on air in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retail is back in force. Alex reports from Cannes at MAPIC on why capital is returning to physical retail. Simone unpacks the new John Lewis Christmas advert and how sentiment sells. We cover CBRE's data, MINISO's Bond Street bet, retail parks' quiet surge, and why athleisure keeps compounding.The 5 stories1. John Lewis Christmas advert 2025: Why nostalgia + vinyl is the most effective emotional shortcut this season.2. MAPIC takeaways (CBRE): Investment is thawing; leasing momentum improves; prime rents keep edging up as footfall normalizes.3. MINISO on Bond Street: Tourist gravity, pop‑culture IP, and an experience‑first flagship moment.4. Retail parks' resurgence: Value + access + parking = resilient openings and low vacancy.5. Athleisure's resilience: Demand holds; big‑box footwear/apparel remains a habit, not a fad.

In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, guest Jamie Fortier from isolved joins host Eric Stein to discuss how insurance agents can expand into payroll services through flexible referral and white-label models. Jamie explains how isolved supports agents with full back-office operations—from payroll processing to tax management—allowing them to grow revenue without adding staff. The conversation dives into isolved's focus on enhancing employee experience, the advantages of consolidating services under one provider, and strategies for protecting core insurance business while building new income streams. Tune in to learn how payroll partnerships can help agencies strengthen client relationships and scale their service offerings. About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/ If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.

This week @adafruit we're releasing our IoT Pool Notification guide. Prototyping an Apple IIe inspired enclosure for the Fruit Jam. Shoptalk segment on how Noe added images to his Mac Classic Fruit Jam and a special full color resin print from JLCPCB. This week's time lapse features an articulating skeleton reindeer. Pool Alert Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pool-party-notification-device Pool Alert YouTube video https://youtu.be/mguoqNAtfqU Eink Bonnet https://www.adafruit.com/product/6418 Fruit Jam: https://www.adafruit.com/product/6200 MagTag 2025 Edition: https://www.adafruit.com/product/4800 MagTag Enclosure https://www.adafruit.com/product/6433 Displaying Images on Pico Mac Emulator Playground Note https://adafruit-playground.com/u/pixil3d/pages/displaying-images-on-pico-mac-emulator-for-fruit-jam Skeleton Reindeer By 3Dcutes https://makerworld.com/en/models/1945280-articulated-skeleton-reindeer#profileId-2089632 https://youtu.be/ekabPOhpxh4 Community Makes https://www.printables.com/make/2944760

This week @adafruit we're releasing our IoT Pool Notification guide. Prototyping an Apple IIe inspired enclosure for the Fruit Jam. Shoptalk segment on how Noe added images to his Mac Classic Fruit Jam and a special full color resin print from JLCPCB. This week's time lapse features an articulating skeleton reindeer. Pool Alert Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pool-party-notification-device Pool Alert YouTube video https://youtu.be/mguoqNAtfqU Eink Bonnet https://www.adafruit.com/product/6418 Fruit Jam: https://www.adafruit.com/product/6200 MagTag 2025 Edition: https://www.adafruit.com/product/4800 MagTag Enclosure https://www.adafruit.com/product/6433 Displaying Images on Pico Mac Emulator Playground Note https://adafruit-playground.com/u/pixil3d/pages/displaying-images-on-pico-mac-emulator-for-fruit-jam Skeleton Reindeer By 3Dcutes https://makerworld.com/en/models/1945280-articulated-skeleton-reindeer#profileId-2089632 https://youtu.be/ekabPOhpxh4 Community Makes https://www.printables.com/make/2944760

In this episode, recorded live at Shoptalk, Sarah Hofstetter sits down with Neil Reynolds, Global Chief Customer & Digital Commerce Officer at Mars Wrigley. With experience leading across both developed and emerging markets, Neil shares what it takes to modernize digital commerce and retail partnerships at global scale.He breaks down how Mars Wrigley is investing in omnichannel foundations, aligning teams across functions, and collaborating more strategically with retailers around the world. From building fit-for-purpose capabilities to navigating internal complexity, Neil offers a practical lens on what transformation really looks like beyond the buzzwords.This conversation also explores why customer teams need to think like growth marketers, and how brave leadership means knowing when to slow down, simplify, and start with the basics.Key takeaways:Transformation is a capability, not a campaign. Real change happens through cross-functional alignment, local investment, and relentless customer focus.Retail collaboration must evolve. Neil shares how Mars Wrigley is rethinking retailer partnerships to drive shared outcomes and smarter execution.The basics still matter. Even in a digital-first world, s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest co-host Ben Miller, Shoptalk's VP of Original Content and Strategy joins to provide expert analysis and we interview Lauren Sherman, the acclaimed fashion correspondent at Puck and author of Selling Sexy: Victoria's Secret and the Unraveling of an American IconThe episode kicks off with a rich news segment, where the trio unpacks the latest forces shaping retail and the economy. Amazon's strong Q3 earnings headline the week, with third-party marketplace growth and ad revenues surging 24%. The conversation then pivots to the consumer landscape, where CPG brands lean on pricing over volume, private-label growth accelerates, and Estee Lauder's rebound in China might hint at green shoots in luxury demand.From there, the hosts explore the AI revolution's ripple through the workforce, with Ben outlining how global companies are reorganizing around “agentic transformation” as human and machine intelligence increasingly converge. He notes that the average IQ of today's AI agents already exceeds 130—with future leaps that will reshape every operating model. The segment closes with Steve's macro overview: U.S.–China tariff recalibrations, Fed policy shifts, and warning signs of consumer softening among younger cohorts.In the feature interview, Lauren Sherman offers a masterclass on the shifting foundations of global fashion and luxury. From the post-pandemic boom to today's demand reset, she dissects how the Chinese slowdown, pricing strategy saturation, and the direct-to-consumer explosion are redrawing the map for brands like LVMH, Hermès, and Prada. Lauren argues that “untouchable” luxury houses are now confronting the limits of endless growth, and that resale and rental markets have permanently altered consumer psychology—embedding secondhand luxury as a normalized part of the buying journey.She also explores social media's transformation under AI, Hollywood's over-reliance on fashion partnerships, and why the luxury world's obsession with celebrity campaigns may have reached saturation.The episode also previews ShopTalk Luxe, the new Abu Dhabi-based event connecting the global luxury ecosystem. The hosts wrap by spotlighting the AI data-center boom, the rise of GLP-1-driven nutrition trends, and the surprising revival of British department stores. 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.

Asia's retail landscape is evolving faster than anywhere else on Earth—and this episode brings you the inside view.Host Alex Rezvan sits down with Ryf Quail, Managing Director of NRF APAC, and Low Ngai Yuen, former Chief Merchandise & Marketing Officer at AEON Malaysia, board member at GDEX and OCK Group, and award-winning creative leader, to explore: • The rise of Chinese retail expansion across Southeast Asia • Why super apps like Grab, WeChat, and Alipay are reshaping loyalty and payment ecosystems • How influencer marketing is evolving into a listed industry • The future of responsible sourcing and supply chain transformation • The intersection of culture, experience, and intelligence in modern retailYuen also shares her vision for empowering women through her NGO WOMENgirls and reflects on storytelling, sustainability, and digital creativity.This is Asia's story—fast, mobile-first, and deeply human.

AI, Merchandising & the Next Era of Retail with Noah (何诺亚) HerschmanAI isn't replacing retail jobs — it's enhancing them. In this episode of The Retail Podcast, host Alex Rezvan speaks with Noah (何诺亚) Herschman, Retail & Ecommerce Senior Executive and Global AI Strategist, about how artificial intelligence is transforming merchandising, pricing, and product lifecycle management.Noah has shaped ecommerce since the 1990s, with senior leadership roles at Amazon, eBay, Groupon, Staples, and nearly a decade at Microsoft as Retail Industry Architect. Now at Intel, he helps global retailers harness agentic AI to make smarter, faster, and more creative merchandising decisions.

Rob and Kelvin argue whether it’s premature to say that Victor Wembanyama could sweep NBA award season and eventually become the GOAT. Plus, we talk Big Ten college football with sports media personality Mark Gunnels in this week’s edition of College Kids. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates Halloween candy in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Rezvan and Jill Dvorak (NRF) open with Rosalía's “Berghain” — a genre-bending track with Björk and Yves Tumor that shows how culture still drives commerce. Then come the hard numbers: Amazon's plan to cut ≈ 30 000 corporate jobs (Reuters) and what it signals for hybrid work, efficiency, and morale.Next, Calvin Klein's Reels-first storytelling proves how emotional minimalism beats perfection in branding. They examine TikTok's potential $14 billion Oracle-led divestment, and what a new owner could mean for algorithms and Shop visibility.Holiday season brings optimism with JCPenney's “It's What They Thought That Counts” campaign — reframing value around thoughtfulness — and finally Primark's accelerating U.S. expansion, where tactile, affordable retail wins against fast-fashion fatigue.

Topshop leans into Millennial nostalgia with Cara Delevingne; New Look fires up “Club New Look,” targeting scale with a £30m digital push; and ASOS takes a ten‑day Carnaby Street pop‑up mainstream with 200+ curated pieces and partner brands. Bonus: a culture lens on Rosalía's “Berghain” and what her fashion‑first storytelling means for retail discovery.Related video mentioned: Rosalía — “Berghain” (Official): https://youtu.be/htQBS2Ikz6c?si=E65oy0YY9svYzEtB

A major focus of the episode is the rapid construction of Andy's new 60-foot by 150-foot shop and office space, detailing its turnkey nature, dimensions, and various features like floor drains and security plans. He also touches upon industry events he missed, the benefits of running a business debt-free, and answers listener questions on topics ranging from building materials to equipment and light sensors.

Jeremy, Jeff, and Will catch up on travel, football, market updates, and a wild story about Nazi scientists founding NASA (yes, really). They dive into the latest real estate wins — from leasing quirks to property management surprises — and wrap up with their trademark blend of humor and hard truth about what's happening in Collin County's explosion of billion-dollar projects. It's part market talk, part college football therapy session, and all classic Shop Talk.

Rituals' Richard Lems reveals how the brand designs slow shopping at scale—lighting, layouts, and refits that reuse ~60% of furniture—plus the Oxford Street flagship and Mind Oasis.About this episodeWe cover global consistency, the system of rolling improvements, sustainability baked into fixtures, and creative leadership habits you can steal tomorrow.Guest: Richard Lems, Executive Director, Format & Design — Rituals.

You'll have to listen to this edition of Shop Talk to get the answer. Plus, some fascinating data on the impact of family meals on our well-being. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a while since we've recorded a podcast. In this episode we just recap of how our Summer went and what's been going on in the shop. We also talke about some of the trips we went on. If you want to see Cheech wipe out on his scooter then head on over to youtube and watch it there. 

Five Things Friday — Gap's London Comeback, Morrisons' ESL Rollout, AllSaints Pop‑Ups, DFS x Pinterest, Gen BetaToday's agenda: five moves reshaping UK retail—and what to do next.NEWS FLASH LINE‑UP• Gap returns to London with three stores (Covent Garden, White City, Wembley) before Christmas.• Morrisons partners with VusionGroup to digitise pricing across all 497 supermarkets using ESLs.• AllSaints opens three UK pop‑ups (Bristol Cribbs Causeway now open; Battersea Power Station & Stratford next).• DFS teams with Pinterest on a gamified “What's Your Thing? Collage Quest” that turns inspiration into shoppable boards.• Fashion is already talking about “Gen Beta” (babies born from 2025) — signalling a culture‑first decade ahead.

GUEST. Matt Young Dodgers pitcher in 1987 joins the show! Threw an unofficial no hitter in 1992! GUEST Alysha Del Valle joins the show! TIP OR NO TIP. Producer Laura throws some questions to the guys and we respond. SHOP TALK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this new episode of Insurance Shoptalk, join host Eric Stein and guest Jim Urseth, president of Reliable Premium Management (RPM), for a deep-dive into their pay-as-you-go solutions. RPM has many unique offerings, including a pay-as-you-go general liability program billed by payroll instead of the company's revenue. Their pay-as-you-go offerings also include Workers' Compensation programs, with superior options, flexibility, and benefits like easy implementation, a simplified audit experience, and pay-as-you-go insurance premiums to minimize the upfront costs of Workers' Compensation. To learn more about RPM and their pay-as-you-go solutions, find them online at https://reliablepremium.com/. About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, follow us on our social media pages to learn the latest on commercial insurance industry.

In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, explore the world of human resources (and more!) with host Eric Stein and special guest host Ryan Floyd. Eric and Ryan talk with David Ainsworth and David Bell from Zynergia, a trusted HR partner that offers a variety of services, including payroll, benefit management, risk management, and more. They discuss Zynergia's the coverage, features, and benefits of their unique programs, especially their PEO and Workers' Compensation offerings. To learn more about Zynergia and their services, please find them online at https://zynergiahr.com/ About Insurance Shoptalk: Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, follow us on our social media pages to learn the latest on commercial insurance industry.

On this week's episode of Shop Talk, the guys kick things off with fishing stories from Florida before diving into the state of the markets — oil dips, interest rate spreads, and why some brokers still don't understand the math behind a deal. Jeremy and Jeff unpack a wild “Property Management Moment” involving a dog bite, a lawsuit, and the importance of tenant COIs (Certificates of Insurance). From there, it's football picks, Big Ten chaos, and a Dallas city-owned office building gone terribly wrong. They wrap with news on Rick Perry's Amarillo nuclear AI project and McKinney being named the nation's hottest housing market.

October's Shop Talk is full of honesty, exhaustion, and big-picture reflection. Whitney shares how an overwhelming travel season pushed her to rethink her team structure and workflows—and what needs to change before next year. Brianna reflects on her own delegation journey, what it means to truly give team members ownership, and how she decides when to let go of personal preferences in favor of team growth. Together, they talk about balancing high-volume success with sustainability, taking sabbaticals abroad, and the launch of The Hivemind Podcast.

Episode 1, Season 2 of Shop Talk with your new host Chief Joe LeDucJoin Kat Palma and Vanessa Villalobos from the Crime Scene Specialist, or CSS. These highly trained professionals are the backbone of criminal investigations, meticulously documenting and collecting evidence that helps bring justice to victims and closure to families. Far from what you see on TV, the real work of a CSS demands precision, critical thinking, and emotional resilience. Every scene is different, every case unique, and the methods and technologies are constantly evolving keeping the job both challenging and rewarding.Now for some more info on your new host Chief Joe LeDuc:-Chief LeDuc was first hired as a police officer in 1991.-He was promoted to Sgt. in 2005 and worked patrol, AND in the Special Victims' Unit, and Internal Affairs Unit. -He was promoted to lieutenant in 2013 and served as a watch commander in patrol before supervising the detectives in the Special Investigations Section.-In 2016, he promoted to Police Commander and oversaw the Foothills District, then moved to the Downtown District and the Detention Section. -After being promoted to Assistant Police Chief in 2020, Chief LeDuc was put in charge of the Professional Standards & Investigative Services Division. -Chief Leduc has a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. -He is also a graduate of the Leadership in Criminal Justice Administration program from Northwestern University Center for Public Safety.-He is an adjunct Professor for Northern Arizona University AND an Instructor for FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (LEEDA)

Shop Talk discusses an op-ed from Suzy Welch about Gen Z in the workplace and how only 2% of the cohort surveyed had attributes that were prized by hiring managers. Caught My Eye looks at the world's tallest suspension bridge in China and a $19,824 parking ticket in Denver. Our Business Birthday celebrates Reed Hastings, the co-founder of Netflix. Listen, laugh, and learn on this week's The Focus Group. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob and Kelvin take Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts to task for pulling Tyler Glasnow in the middle of a pitching gem in Game 3, and debate whether the New York Yankees are still the marquee franchise in Major League Baseball. Plus, SEC Tea podcast host Cierra Clark swings by for the latest installment of College Kids. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew discusses their ‘oldest’ moments in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth and final installment of this Shoptalk series, host David Carothers and Zane Goldthorp of ProWriters tackle a critical issue facing agents every day: the vast difference between a standalone cyber policy and a simple BOP or package endorsement. They call out the laziness of settling for an endorsement, highlighting the massive coverage gaps it leaves and the E&O exposure it creates for the agent. Zane shares real-world horror stories of agents discovering their client's six-figure loss wasn't covered by their BOP. The conversation provides a clear, strategic path for agents to transition clients to proper coverage and use the inadequacy of endorsements as a powerful competitive wedge against other agents. Key Highlights: Standalone Policy vs. BOP Endorsement: A Massive Chasm The core of the episode is a stark warning: a BOP endorsement for cyber is not real protection. Zane explains that when compared side-by-side, endorsements lack critical coverage, have minuscule sublimits for events like social engineering, and often omit coverage entirely for sophisticated attacks like invoice manipulation, leaving clients dangerously exposed. The E&O Nightmare of "Good Enough" Coverage Zane shares his experience taking calls from frantic agents whose clients have suffered a major loss, only to find their BOP endorsement is useless. These situations not only lead to losing the client but also put the agency's own E&O policy on the line for failing to provide adequate counsel and coverage. Cyber as the Ultimate Competitive Wedge If you're prospecting an account and discover their current agent has them on a BOP endorsement, it's "game over." David and Zane explain how an agent with a standalone offering can easily tear the endorsement apart, create immense doubt in the incumbent, and win not just the cyber business but likely the entire account. Breach vs. Privacy vs. System Failure The conversation clarifies that a cyber claim doesn't always require a security breach. Standalone policies respond to a wider range of events, including privacy breaches (like a lost laptop) and dependent system failures. Using the real-world CrowdStrike outage as an example, they illustrate a massive business interruption scenario that would be covered by a standalone policy but never by a BOP. Connect with: Zane Goldthorp LinkedIn David Carothers LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp ProWriters Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts made a bone headed decision by taking starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow out of the game and putting pitcher Emmett Sheehan in the game. PICKS AGAINST THE SPREAD. The Dodgers and Phillies game is going down the wire. HOT & COLD. SHOP TALK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of Retail Sound Bites, we unpack the most compelling themes and takeaways from three powerhouse industry events—Shoptalk, Groceryshop, and Velocity. Hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton are joined by two of Kantar's leading voices in shopper intelligence: Leigh O'Donnell, Head of Shopper and Category Insights, and Julie Craig, Vice President of Shopper Insights. Together, they explore how the retail landscape is evolving across formats, cultures, and consumer behaviors. From the lasting impact of GLP-1 medications on grocery shopping habits to the reinvention of the in-store experience, this episode dives into the forces reshaping how shoppers engage with brands. The conversation also highlights the rise of omnichannel strategies, the growing influence of Latino consumers, and the importance of cultural relevance in building brand loyalty. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Contact Barry: Email | LinkedIn Contact Rachel: Email | LinkedIn

Week 41 of Shop Talk brings a mix of market talk, real estate reality, and a few laughs along the way. Jeff, Will, and Jeremy dive into everything from rate trends and leaseback deals to the latest wave of multifamily foreclosures sweeping Texas. They unpack why “lots of interest” doesn't always mean real demand, where rent growth is hitting a wall, and how institutional buyers are recalibrating in an 8-cap world. Plus, the guys riff on gas prices, S&P returns vs. owning the Cowboys, bank mergers, and college football chaos.It's part market check, part therapy session, and all Real Estater energy.

Eugene Chew is the Global Chief Operating Officer at BikesOnline.com, a leading direct-to-consumer cycling retailer in the U.S. and Australia and the exclusive distributor of Polygon and Superior bikes.From the early days of the internet to scaling a global Ecommerce operation, Eugene has built a career at the intersection of creativity, data, and operational excellence. Before joining BikesOnline, he led digital transformation as Chief Digital Officer at J. Walter Thompson (WPP) and served as Greater China Regional Head at Lion (Kirin).At BikesOnline, Eugene and his team are redefining what it means to sell complex, logistics-heavy products online. From solving “dirty freight” challenges to perfecting the post-purchase experience, he's proving that operational rigor and creative problem-solving can turn friction into a competitive moat.Beyond Ecommerce, Eugene is also an avid cyclist, gardener, and tea enthusiast — running Tea Urchin, his aged tea business that reflects his love for craftsmanship and detail.Whether you're scaling a DTC brand, optimizing supply chains, or navigating global expansion with a lean team, Eugene offers an inside look at how to balance creativity, data, and discipline to build a sustainable business that lasts.This episode also mentions insights from Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless on rethinking global fulfillment, and Kyle Hency of GoodDay Software on building better systems for modern Shopify brands.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:38] Intro[01:36] Naming a brand that stands the test of time[02:09] Predicting automation in ad buying early on[05:01] Learning innovation from China's all-in-one model[06:01] Balancing innovation with Western logistics limits[08:55] Recognizing the shift toward direct brand work[10:12] Shifting from service work to physical operations[11:50] Managing cash flow under market uncertainty[12:31] Stay updated with new episodes[12:41] Helping founders scale beyond day-to-day ops[13:27] Finding opportunity in a pandemic-era pivot[14:01] Designing packaging that simplifies assembly[15:30] Diversifying suppliers to reduce risk exposure[17:48] Protecting margins from tariff and fraud risks[19:01] Choosing Shopify for flexibility and speed[22:36] Hiring agencies to guide complex migrations[25:05] Training teams before adding new integrations[27:18] Episode Sponsors: Electric Eye & Heatmap[29:59] Partnering with experts where specialization wins[31:58] Gaining perspective from cross-industry learnings[34:27] Avoiding costly trial-and-error learning[36:34] Prioritizing projects with impact and simplicity[41:20] Managing cost challenges in global logistics[44:50] Preparing for tariffs with flexible strategiesResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubePremium bikes at unbeatable prices, direct from manufacturers bikesonline.com/Follow Eugene Chew linkedin.com/in/eugenechewMentioned episode with Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpbeHvv3_1QMentioned episode with Kyle Hency of GoodDay Software: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQNsUfgl9E4Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectClear, real-time data built for ecommerce optimization heatmap.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Shop Talk reveals the one thing we can all do to find happiness and live a life of no regrets. Caught My Eye covers a smelly prank in South Carolina and Kodak releases a keychain sized digital camera called the Charmera. Our Business Birthday celebrates Dave Goldberg, the founder of Launch Media and former leader at Survey Monkey. Listen, laugh, and learn on this week's The Focus Group. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob and Kelvin tell us if they’d rather root for a team like the San Diego Padres (who are always competitive but never actually win anything) or the Miami Marlins (who normally stink but win championships every blue moon). Plus, sports media personality Mark Gunnels swings by to discuss all the biggest Big Ten football headlines in this week’s edition of College Kids. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates athletes-turned-actors in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third installment of this Shoptalk series, host David Carothers and guest Zane Goldthorp of ProWriters shift the focus to proactive risk management for cyber insurance. They make the case that even in a soft market, a responsible business owner's focus should be on security, not just on meeting minimum carrier requirements. The conversation covers the essential security controls every business should have, including MFA, MDR, and employee training. They also dive into a real-world claim scenario that highlights a critical coverage gray area—the "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) issue—and discuss the potential conflicts between carrier-provided security services and an agent's referral relationships with Managed Service Providers (MSPs).   Key Highlights: Essential Risk Management Controls Zane Goldthorp outlines the foundational security measures agents should be discussing with their clients. While carriers may have relaxed some requirements, essentials like MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), regular backups, and email security are non-negotiable. He also notes the industry's shift from EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) to the more proactive MDR (Managed Detection and Response).   The Human Element: Employee Training The conversation stresses that one of the most effective and overlooked risk management tools is consistent employee training. With phishing and business email compromise being the source of most breaches, training employees to spot increasingly sophisticated attacks can be the make-or-break difference in preventing a major claim.   A Critical Coverage Lesson: The BYOD Problem David shares a story from a real claim that exposed a major potential coverage gap: whether a breach is covered if it originates on a personal device not owned by the company. This "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) issue highlights the critical importance of understanding policy nuances and working with an expert wholesaler who knows the forms inside and out.   Navigating Carrier Services and MSP Relationships Many cyber carriers now offer security services as part of their policies. While valuable, David cautions agents to be mindful of their referral relationships with MSPs (Managed Service Providers). An MSP may view these carrier offerings as direct competition, potentially damaging a crucial referral source. The key is clear communication to ensure all parties are aligned.   Connect with: Zane Goldthorp LinkedIn David Carothers LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp ProWriters Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes

Shop Talk looks at 5 science-backed longevity habits that are inspired by Japan's record number of centenarians. Caught My Eye looks at “lost” ball caps and other items found at Yellowstone near the thermal hot springs and geysers. Also, a faulty debit card program for the Summer Youth Employment Program drains about $17 million from NYC ATMs in 2 days. Our Business Birthday celebrates Franklin Mars, the founder of chocolate, candy, and pet food products powerhouse Mars Inc. Reminder: September is Criterion Month on the show. Listen to “Johns Says, Pick That Flick” for a chance to win. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether it’s fair to call Matthew Stafford ‘one of the best to ever do it’ in NFL history. Plus, SEC Tea podcast host Cierra Clark swings by to discuss all the biggest SEC football headlines in this week’s edition of ‘College Kids’. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates transportation obligations in this week’s edition of Shop Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.