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HIMS: Get personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more at https://Hims.com/ICEDAirbnb: Find a co-host at https://airbnb.com/hostGusto: Try Gusto for FREE for 3 months at https://gusto.com/ICEDShopify: Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at https://shopify.com/ichFollow Chris Camillo Here:  @DumbMoneyLive  Sign up for our new website to be an early user! http://www.extradollar.com/ Apply for The Index Membership: https://entertheindex.com/ Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:01 - $8-Figure Trades & His $5.5M Single-Day Win 00:05:34 - The Three Waves of the AI Super Cycle 00:07:34 - Trimming Bloom, Loading Up on Amazon (4 Ways It Wins) 00:12:50 - HIMS Sponsor / Robinhood as the Other Conviction Pick 00:17:54 - Margin, Dry Powder & Pressing Into Drawdowns 00:20:44 - The Coconut Water Trade He Missed (Vita Coco) 00:22:46 - Sweet Green Wraps: The Next Social Arb Play 00:25:32 - Moving Markets with Tweets & His Ethics Rule 00:28:44 - SanDisk, Memory Chips & "Trade of a Lifetime" 00:31:02 - Airbnb Sponsor / How the Average Person Should Invest in 2026 00:34:42 - What Counts as a "Risk Asset" 00:37:02 - Gusto Sponsor / The Time His Portfolio Was Down 70% 00:41:05 - Michael Burry & the Bear Case Rebuttal 00:44:57 - Treasury Yields, Layoff Risk & Why AI Trumps the Fed 00:49:22 - Ken Griffin Just Realized What's Coming 00:52:25 - Anyone Can Now Operate Like a Hedge Fund 00:54:40 - Shopify Sponsor / The $500K-a-Year AI Implementer Path 01:00:20 - Bill Perkins Rebuilds a Website in 45 Minutes 01:03:40 - Why Podcasting Survives the AI Wave 01:08:00 - Spotting AI Content & The Rise of Live Events 01:10:53 - The Swatch x AP Frenzy (And Why He's Not Heavy in the Stock) 01:18:10 - Pokémon, Manga & The Collectibles Arbitrage 01:24:18 - Most Controversial Investing Philosophy & The SpaceX Mistake 01:28:35 - Why Anthropic Wins + His Bitcoin Take 01:30:57 - Best Founders: Andy Jassy & Amazon's AI Catch-Up 01:33:25 - Elon vs. OpenAI: Why He Saw the Loss Coming 01:35:36 - Advice to His Kids: Skip College, Travel, Build Relationships 01:40:54 - Why Chasing Bigger Numbers Doesn't Make You Happy 01:44:48 - When Does More Money Stop Mattering? Flying Private & Disconnecting 01:49:31 - Foundations Over Trust Funds & MrBeast in Ghana 01:55:34 - Portfolio Review: Jack's Account (8/10) 01:59:39 - Portfolio Review: Graham's Account (6.5/10) 02:04:44 - Tier List: Amazon, Apple, Bloom, GameStop & The Bitcoin Debate 02:08:38 - Tier List: Nvidia, Robinhood, Sweet Green, MicroStrategy 02:11:05 - Tier List: TQQQ, Tesla, Microsoft 02:13:52 - Tier List: Lululemon, Meta, Palantir, Swatch & Wrap-Up *

Alfred Wallfors is the Co-founder of Listen Labs, the AI customer research company.Companies like Microsoft use Listen to run AI-powered customer interviews, and Alfred talks about how they first landed them as a customer at a pitch competition.We talk why startups should pursue enterprise customers early on, why 85% of survey answers are random clicks, how AI is changing the $140B market research industry, leveraging VC's for customer intros, how to stand out when recruiting as a startup, and hiring for obsession.Thank you to Numeral, Flex, and Amplitude for supporting this episodeNumeral: The end-to-end platform for sales tax and compliance https://www.numeral.comFlex: Get premium banking and a net 60 day credit card at 0% APY https://home.flex.one/referral/bananacapitalAmplitude: AI analytics, all you have to do is ask https://www.amplitude.comTimestamps:(0:14) Listen: AI customer research tool(7:30) Fraud is a big problem in customer research(9:06) The $140B customer survey industry(12:08) Why running customer surveys is so hard(16:03) AGI will never replace humans(18:25) Surveys vs interviews(21:13) Importance of emotion in data collection(22:54) Using AI interviews to get product feedback(26:15) Building digital twins creates better data(32:22) Outperforming generic AI tools(34:17) Sweetgreen's Max Protein Bowl(36:09) Jevon's Paradox in customer research(40:37) Quantitative vs qualitative(42:38) Landing Microsoft as an early customer(44:50) Targeting enterprise customers from day 1(48:05) Building a VC customer intro leaderboard(51:53) Recruiting with billboard games(57:20) Hiring for obsession(1:02:07) Alfred's favorite movies(1:03:53) Listen's custom agent harness(1:06:24) Velocity Fellowship for Swedes moving to SF(1:08:34) Growing up with entrepreneurial older brother(1:09:46) No shoes in the officeReferencedTry Listen: https://listenlabs.ai/Careers at Listen: https://listenlabs.ai/careersSweetgreen protein bowls: https://listenlabs.ai/case-studies/sweetgreenToni Erdmann: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4048272/Episode with Erik @ Modal: https://www.thespl.it/p/building-ai-native-infrastructureFollow AlfredTwitter: https://x.com/itsalfredwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wahlforssFollow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Inspire Brands' plans to go public plus earnings results from 18 currently public restaurant companies. First up is the news that Inspire had filed documents with the SEC to go public — a move that Sam and Alicia have anticipated for a few years, yet nevertheless feels huge for a restaurant industry that has been fairly dormant as far as IPOs are concerned. The editors discuss what this means for Inspire and whether it could nudge other companies to jump into the public markets. Then they take a dive into the crazy spate of restaurant earnings, of which there were 18 over the course of the week. They start with the burger category, where McDonald's, Burger King, and Shake Shack reported positive results, while Wendy's continued a run of negative sales. How are McDonald's and Burger King leveraging operations and marketing to build momentum, while Wendy's keeps taking the hits? Sam and Alicia break it down. Next they move into the full-service sector, where it's mostly good news, as Texas Roadhouse, BJ's, and First Watch continue to thrive while Applebee's and Bloomin' Brands are showing signs of life. Why does casual dinging in particular seem to be succeeding in the midst of this economy? Sam and Alicia discuss. They then dig into other brands that reported this week, including Noodles & Co. and El Pollo Loco — both of which wowed with their results — plus Sweetgreen, which posted a staggering -12.8% sales drop the same week it introduced wraps to the menu. Finally, we share an interview between managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister and Jeff's Bagel Run cofounders Jeff and Danielle Perera, recorded live at Restaurant Leadership Conference.For more on these stories: Dunkin' owner Inspire Brands files documents for an IPOBurger King's sales surge while Popeyes strugglesTexas Roadhouse sprints to best same-store sales since '24

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including the latest earnings results from Chipotle, Starbucks, Taco Bell, Domino's, Chili's, and Wingstop. First up is Chipotle, which earned positive same-store sales (albeit ever so slightly) after a negative 2025. Even more noteworthy: a quarter of all transactions included a protein add-on. Sam and Alicia discuss the results and why Chipotle should be bullish on the rest of the year. Next up is Starbucks, which impressed with 7.1% same-store sales growth in the latest quarter. CEO Brian Niccol declared that the company was putting the “turn” in “turnaround,” as the results are the culmination of nearly two years' worth of changes that the coffee giant has made to get back to growth. Sam and Alicia dive into the results and how they set Starbucks up in the ever-crowded beverage category. They then speed through several other companies' results — including Chili's, Taco Bell, KFC, and Domino's — before jumping into a conversation on Wingstop, which disappointed with an 8.7% same-store sales decline. The company blamed the results on inclement weather events and a cautious consumer, but if that's the case, why are other chains turning out positive results? Sam and Alicia attempt to answer the question. Finally, in the Quick Fire portion of the episode, they tackle Papa Johns' new AI assistant, Subway's first-ever value menu, and Sweetgreen's familiar “Faces of the Farm” campaign.For more on these stories:Chipotle swings positive after a tough 2025Starbucks' sales improve in a 'milestone' quarterWingstop's Q1 hammered by weather, consumer pressures

In this episode of Food for Thought Leadership, Food Institute Chief Content Officer Kelly Beaton steps in as guest host to interview Fransmart CEO Dan Rowe on the evolving restaurant labor market. Rowe challenges operators to view labor not as a cost to minimize but as a strategic investment, noting that the most successful brands are those that “staff for the sales they want” and prioritize retention, engagement, and culture amid ongoing workforce constraints. The discussion also touches on how to attract and retain Gen Z workers through flexibility, transparency, and clear growth paths, alongside practical insights on AI adoption in restaurants. Rowe emphasizes that operational uses of AI—like improving efficiency and accuracy—offer the greatest value, while expressing optimism that strong, well-run brands will continue to thrive despite broader industry challenges. More about Dan Rowe: Dan Rowe is the CEO of Fransmart, a leader in franchise development. He's focused on growing emerging concepts into major franchise brands. Under Rowe's leadership, Fransmart developed a portfolio of franchise brands including Five Guys Burgers & Fries, QDOBA Mexican Grill, and more. Rowe is Co-Managing Partner at The Kitchen Fund and FranInvest, which have invested in Sweetgreen, Cava, and Inday to name just a few. He's an active Board Member of YPO and the National Restaurant Association. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danrowe3/ Learn more: https://fransmart.com/

Sweetgreen plans to open a location in Sugar House! Host Ali Vallarta asks salad enthusiast and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Shireen Ghorbani to make her case for crunchy greens, and the local options Sweetgreen can't beat. This episode originally aired on Dec. 6, 2022. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Utah Museum of Fine Arts Salt Lake City Arts Council

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Domino's updates to its Pizza Tracker app, McDonald's modest traffic bump from the Big Arch, and Noodles & Co.'s terrific Q4 performance. First up is Domino's, which updated its Pizza Tracker app, which allows customers to see the progress of their pizza order. The updates allow customers to get much more granular on the process, including the ability to see when the pizza goes into the oven and when the driver is out for delivery. Sam and Alicia discuss the update and how Domino's is pushing the envelope on tech innovation even when it's in a position of strength as the No. 1 pizza chain by far. Next they discuss traffic numbers for McDonald's, which show only a modest bump following the release of the Big Arch burger. Alicia makes the case that a slight bump in traffic is still great news for the Golden Arches, and she and Sam discuss how the premium burger is really a margin play for McDonald's. They then tackle Noodles & Company, which has been on a sales roller coaster the past few years and recently was threatened with being de-listed from Nasdaq. The fast casual impressed with 6.6% comp sales growth in Q4, and Sam and Alicia discuss what that could mean for the brand, which also announced that it would explore adding ramen to the menu. Finally, it's the Quick Fire segment, where Sam and Alicia swiftly tackle additional headlines from the week. This week, that included Wendy's chicken sandwich upgrades, Chipotle's popular tattoo promo, DoorDash's fuel incentives for drivers, and Sweetgreen's flurry of menu updates. For more on these stories: Domino's updates its pizza tracker to provide more order detailsMcDonald's Big Arch provides a modest traffic bumpNoodles & Company considers ramen menu

Taco Bell is letting its Rewards members choose which global item to bring to the U.S. Noodles & Company's turnaround seems to be going well. And Sweetgreen has launched three new chicken dishes.

March 20, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Service-based tenants account for 50%+ of U.S. retail leasing for first time, with gyms making up 30% as fitness and wellness drive retail growth Celsius hits $2.5B revenue in 2025, up from $75M seven years ago, as energy drinks expand beyond one-off boost into meals and social settings Sweetgreen pushes higher-protein items and Function Health partnership, with CEO aiming to build "Spotify for food" recommending meals based on health data More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

Retail tenant rep broker Tori Nook shares how she built Anchor Retail, closed $1B in deals, and what's driving Ohio's commercial real estate market. The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.   Tori Nook has spent 26 years doing the work most brokers don't: driving unfamiliar markets, calling landlords who aren't listed anywhere, and building national rollout programs one relationship at a time. The result is over $1 billion in closed deals and a women-owned brokerage with offices in Cleveland and Columbus serving national credit tenants. In this episode, Tori joins host Shanti Ryle for a wide-ranging conversation covering her unconventional path into retail CRE, what it actually takes to succeed in tenant rep, why she was fired before starting her own firm, and what Ohio's tight retail market looks like from the ground right now. Welcome to The Crexi Podcast Tori Nook's bio and billion-dollar track record Fresh hall of fame news and finding time for life How a sophomore elective led to a CRE career Getting licensed at 19 and cycling through three brokerages The client who was impressed by a 24-hour callback Why tenant rep is not for the unorganized Get in the car: finding off-market deals no database can surface Cold calling into Dollar Tree and AutoZone rollouts Getting fired and launching Anchor Retail in the same breath Opening Columbus and co-founding Anchor Property Management Why Tori finally got on social media (and what it cost her not to sooner) The Houston dinner that turned into a major tenant rep account Why Tori doesn't cold call anymore — and hasn't had to Writing "Intuitive Certainty": business, spirituality, and ignoring the voice The difference between a boundary and fear in disguise Ohio's retail market: leased up, beverages booming, grocers arriving As-is deals, trimmed TI, and how tenants are staying competitive Where restaurants are struggling and why downtown hasn't recovered The Ohio pitch: low cost of living, high disposable income Rapid fire: $50M, bad advice, and a contrarian Midwest take     About Tori Nook: Tori Nook is the Principal and Founder of Anchor Retail, a woman-owned brokerage firm specializing in tenant representation for national retailers and restaurants. With twenty-six years of experience, Tori has closed over $1 billion in deals and built long-term relationships with clients including AutoZone, Academy Sports, Dollar General, Signet Jewelers, PetSmart, Panera Bread, Wahlburgers, Bath & Body Works, Urban Air, Skechers, Sweetgreen, and Lands' End. Tori has been recognized as a Crain's Cleveland Business "Top 40 under 40," Notable Woman in Real Estate, and Notable Leader in Commercial Real Estate in Northeastern Ohio. She was awarded "The Mother of The Bread" by Panera Bread and named the #1 Tenant Rep broker in Columbus, Ohio, by TRADEWIRE Columbus in 2024. In the last few years, she was voted a "Top Woman Influencer" by CREi Summit (2025 & 2026), recognized as the #48 LinkedIn Influencer, and awarded GlobeSt 2025 Woman of Influence in Broker-Tenant Representation. Her book, Intuitive Certainty, releases in late 2026. A graduate of John Carroll University's Boler School of Business, Tori is licensed in Ohio and operates offices in Cleveland and Columbus. She serves on the board of Providence House, a crisis nursery in Cleveland, and is a member of the Realty Resources Network membership board and the International Council of Shopping Centers. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

Some Kona Grills will soon be converted to other brands. El Pollo Loco is ready to grow again. And Sweetgreen wants to be a lifestyle brand again.

It was great catching up with Dan Frommer. Dan is the founder and editor in chief of The New Consumer, a sharp and essential publication covering the intersection of technology and consumer culture — and one of the smartest people thinking and writing about what Americans are actually buying, eating, and obsessing over. Every year, Dan publishes a major consumer trends report timed to Expo West, the natural and organic products trade show in Anaheim, and this year's edition — a 68-slide deep dive produced with Coefficient Capital — is full of big findings. Matt catches up with Dan to talk about some of their new product discoveries while attending the show, as well as Dan's recent writing about Sweetgreen and how Americans actually want to consume protein. Brands discussed on the episode: Smith Tea Maker, Coyotas, Waterloo, Flow Hydration, Van Leeuwen, Moozy Milk, Little Latke, Brause, Wasted, Oatly, Rambler, Wholesome Bakery, Lasso, Zahav Foods, Lexington Bakes, Yuzu Co., Row 7, Sourmilk.  Subscribe to This Is TASTE: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 791: Neal and Toby give an update on the Iran war and its impact on the stock market, causing traders to move with caution. Then, ticket seller giant Live Nation goes on trial to face accusations of being a monopoly. And, with the purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery, Skydance plans to merge Paramount+ with HBO into one big app to challenge Netflix. Meanwhile, Sweetgreen used to be the darling of Wall Street. Now it's wilting under sagging sales.  Learn more about Bland AI at bland.ai/mbd Join us for trivia! https://mbdtrivianight-march2026.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

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including McDonald's Big Arch Burger coming to the U.S., Domino's incredible dominance over its pizza competitors, and Sweetgreen's disastrous fourth quarter. First up is McDonald's, which announced that its Big Arch Burger — which has tested internationally since 2024 — would come to the U.S. starting March 3. Sam and Alicia discuss the premium burger, with Alicia explaining how the new item fulfills a barbell strategy for the brand, and Sam wondering how it differs from past McDonald's failures like the Arch Deluxe and Angus burgers. Next they dive into last week's earnings, starting with the pizza category. Domino's reported another strong quarter, reassuring anyone who thought the pizza category as a whole might be faltering. Sam and Alicia talk about Domino's market share gains in pizza and how it's doing so well while competitors Pizza Hut and Papa Johns are floundering; in fact, Papa Johns reported this week that sales were down 5% in the latest quarter, and that it would close 300 underperforming locations. What's going on in pizza? They then move their attention to the full-service side of the industry, where casual dining stalwarts like Applebee's, BJ's, Red Robin, and Outback mostly had good news report, while family dining brands like First Watch and IHOP dispelled notions that the category was suffering from customers cutting back on their breakfast and brunch spend. Could there be sustained momentum in full-service dining? Sam and Alicia break it down. Finally, in this week's “extra serving” portion of the episode, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister joins to talk about results from leading fast-casual brands, including CAVA and Shake Shack, which enjoyed positive results, and Sweetgreen, which had a disastrous quarter with sales down 11.5%.For more on these stories:McDonald's is bringing its Big Arch Burger to the U.S.Domino's defies industry-wide consumer spending slowdown with 3.7% Q4 same-store sales growthSweetgreen moves with ‘urgency' as same-store sales plummet 11.5%

Gibson Johns from the podcast "Gabbing with Gib" joins Michele and Lauren to recap season 10 premiere episode of Summer House. Kyle and Amanda show up already hating each other, making it clear their marriage is running on vibes and resentment. New girl Bailey immediately drops a completely unhinged breakup story that somehow involves Sweetgreen, setting the tone for her whole summer. Add a house full of animals, an actual petting zoo, and nonstop chaos, and this premiere is less summer vacation and more emotional safari.Make sure to listen review and subscribe to Gibson's podcast "Gabbing with Gib" and the "Bravo Breakdowns" podcast!Follow Gibson:IG & TikTok: @gibsonomaPodcast IG: @gabbingwithgibListen to Gabbing with Gib ⁠here⁠Follow Us:IG & TikTok: @bravo_breakdownsContact: bravobreakdowns@gmail.co

Starbucks is already changing its assistant store manager program. There's another departure at Sweetgreen. And Five Guys is opening a Vegas flagship with a full bar.

In this week's Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with Ariel Husband, co-owner of the Gelatissimo gelato shop in downtown Rogers, but before we talk with her!!! FOOD NEWS!!! Benny's Bagels is about a month away from opening in Fayetteville. Hear how they're different! Sweetgreen officially opens in Fayetteville. Wright's Barbecue opened last week on the Walmart Campus. Clementine's Ice Cream opens later this week on the Walmart Campus BLU in downtown Rogers is expanding! Happy anniversary to Shirley's! ChoKolata is coming to Springdale! In this week's Flavors Flashback, we hear from the owners of the soon-to-be new Northern Italian Restaurant in downtown Rogers, Cura. They used to have Cura Culinary in Bentonville Provisions, and they talk about their Northern Italian food from our interview in the summer of 2024. Ariel and Daniel Husband have known each other since they were 16 years old. They started dating in high school and delivered newspapers together from a hollowed-out school bus around downtown Dallas on the weekends. Their first date was to Braum's, so you had to know they'd get into frozen desserts at some point! After marriage and kids, they'd always look for local ice cream-type shops in their travels. About 6 years ago, they went to a wedding out of town and noticed that a frozen treat shop they went to was absolutely packed. They wondered why there wasn't anything like that in Northwest Arkansas... When they did decide to open a shop, how did they decide on Gelatissimo? Being all natural and made in-house surely didn't hurt. Ariel will tell you the story. Also, hear about their grand opening- it was non-stop! We talk with Ariel Husband of Gelatissimo next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.     

Gary opens with the powerful Santa Ana winds moving through Southern California, why fire risk may be lower than expected, and what radiation fog is — and why it matters. He then breaks down the accelerating media shift toward YouTube, explaining how younger audiences are consuming content, why even Netflix is now airing iHeartMedia podcasts, and how every platform is chasing the same viewers. The hour continues with a look at Governor Gavin Newsom’s growing national profile, improving favorability numbers, and why California’s image — and “California Derangement Syndrome” — remains a major hurdle outside the state. Gary wraps with the rise and decline of Sweetgreen, once a cultural status symbol now struggling as consumer tastes change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 7, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Americans plan to spend $60 billion on health and wellness in 2026, with nearly 90% now viewing fitness as preventative healthcare prioritizing strength, mobility, and mental health Sweetgreen launches nationwide menu collaboration with Function Health, designed by Dr. Mark Hyman to reframe healthy eating around foundational biology supporting energy, inflammation, and metabolic health Non-alcoholic beverages shift from substitutes to primary choice as Thrive Market exits alcohol entirely and Athletic Brewing relaunches its Athletic January campaign More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl.In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses:Instacart shuts down its controversial price testing program following Consumer Reports investigation that found 23% price differences between customers, as regulatory pressure and consumer backlash force the platform to prioritize trust over pricing optimization.Sweetgreen completes the sale of Spyce and its Infinite Kitchen automation technology to Wonder for $186 million, monetizing its 2021 acquisition while maintaining operational access through a long-term licensing agreement.The Save Mart Companies rolls out Amazon return kiosks to 200+ stores across four Western states, leveraging brick-and-mortar locations to drive traffic and sales with label-free, box-free returns.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights.Be careful out there!

One of Sweetgreen's cofounders is retiring. Darden reported good news. And Chipotle is jumping on the high-protein trend.

We sit down with Sweetgreen's Amy Dominguez to explore why Bentonville is the perfect homes for a new restaurant built on real ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, and warm hospitality. Amy shares how a farmer's market origin turned into a national footprint, and why Northwest Arkansas' blend of wellness, creativity, and growth makes this launch feel like a natural fit. Amy walks through staples like warm bowls, crisp salads, and plates prepared from scratch every day, plus seasonal offerings like the harvest bowl and the miso glazed salmon plate. If you're ready for fresh, fast, and welcoming, this is your guide to Sweetgreen in Northwest Arkansas. Learn more at sweetgreen.com A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Cracker Barrel's post-logo-change sales slump, Sweetgreen's introduction of a $10 value bowl, and restaurant trend expectations for the year ahead. First up is Cracker Barrel, which continues to reel after its rebrand and logo change from earlier in the year. Sam and Alicia discuss the latest earnings from Cracker Barrel, which included a sharp decline in traffic and sales. How might Cracker Barrel return to growth? And what can other restaurant chains learn from this whole ordeal? Next up is Sweetgreen, which is also suffering from traffic and sales declines and just announced a new $10 Harvest Bowl LTO — the fast-casual salad chain's first value offer. Sam and Alicia talk about the implications for Sweetgreen and the broader fast-casual category, which has lost momentum in 2025 as consumer behaviors shift. Then they tackle 2026 trends, and particularly a report from Yum! Brands that outlined how the restaurant company expects younger consumers to dine in the year ahead. Sam and Alicia analyze the data and offer their own expectations for what 2026 might hold for restaurants. Finally, senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn sits down with McAlister's Deli president and chief brand officer Danielle Porto Parra and GoTo Foods corporate executive chef Brock Peek to discuss big changes to the McAlister's menu. For more on these stories: Cracker Barrel doubles down on Southern heritage, adds kids' meal toys amid sales slumpSweetgreen tackles value perception problem with $10 LTO bowlYum Brands trend report shows younger consumers want control of their dining experience

On the Environmental Transformation Podcast, host Sean Grady talks with Charlie Sellars, author of “What We Can Do, a Climate Optimist Guide to Sustainable Living” and a director of sustainability at Microsoft. Topics include:• Why “crisis language” can burn people out, and how Sellars frames “pragmatic” climate optimism. (“crisis language kind of burns people out”; “The optimism language is a pragmatic language.”)• Carbon accounting basics and early carbon footprint labels in food. (“we're kind of at day one of carbon accounting”; “Sweet Green will actually put the, uh, carbon footprint of your meal”)• Life cycle assessment and the “make it, move it, use it, lose it” framework. (“It's called lifecycle assessment”; “make it, move it, use it, lose it framework.”)• Right to repair, product longevity, and the power of buying signals and reviews. (“right to repair movement”; “voting with their, uh, their wallets”; “leaving a positive review”)• Clean energy debates on nuclear, solar barriers, and how AI is driving data center energy demand. (“discouraging nuclear power generation”; “preventing people and companies from installing solar panels”; “what they're used for is now ai”; “AI obviously takes a lot of energy.”)

McDonald's is beefing up its franchising standards around value. The Grinch, meanwhile, appears to be saving the burger giant's Christmas. And Sweetgreen has come out with a major value play.This episode of Restaurant Daily is sponsored by O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream. Visit ⁠⁠https://www.okeeffescompany.com/restaurantdaily⁠⁠ and use code NRN for 15% off your first order.

In this Week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas, we're sitting down with the lovely Kori Stanton of Baked by Kori in both Rogers and Fayetteville – but first?!?! FOOD NEWS!! We've got some openings to get to, more than usual, so let's get to it! Fayetteville Tea House finally opened! Firebirds Wood Fired Grill opened on Monday. I recommend the aged ribeye and a certain wine! NWA's first Potbelly Sandwich Shop opened on the Walmart Campus. NWA's first Sweetgreen also opened on the Walmart Campus. You'll be able to get Nellie B's Bakery goods elsewhere now. Handel's Ice Cream is coming to Fayetteville. NYC Express Deli is adding a location! Chick'n Headz announced their grand opening date Happy anniversary to Natural State Beer Company! Sad news to report. Levi's Gastrolounge announced that they'll be closing their doors. We'll tell you when. Flavors Flashback to KYYA Chocolate's Rick Boosey's dangerous trip to Ecuador! Kori Stanton wanted to be a lawyer when she went to college. After a few weeks working at a law firm, she decided that it wasn't the route for her. After college, she and her husband moved to New York City where they would raise their family and be for several decades. That's also where Kori started her baking business. And boy, she caught fire. Her cookies were the Snack of the Day on the Rachel Ray Show, and that was great – and not-so-great. Kori will tell us why. Also, what was it like starting a bakery in New York City where spots are already so established? A hint here- it's all who you know. Also, what was it like living in NYC during 9/11? And lastly, how did they end up in Northwest Arkansas?? We talk with Kori Stanton from Baked by Kori next here on the Flavor of Northwest Arkansas!

One-on-one pod today, Chris is in New York, and Jason is home in Glendale. We chat about rapper Fabolous being unable to blow out his birthday candles, Hollywood dicks, Ashton Kutcher's lunch fit, whether Wicked is just Hamilton for gay people, Sweetgreen protein maxing, Zohran linking with Donald, Marty Supreme's marketing campaign, fabricated beefs, Chris went to the Geese show, and Kimmel's wife's political ultimatums. twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans howlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walmart's CEO retired… his boldest move? Raising pay 90% across the biz like Spiderman would.Sweetgreen, Warby Parker, Allbirds… it's the Millennial Cringe Stock Market.Microdramas have taken over Chinese media… and now they're topping America's app stores.Does your buddy in tech look younger? That's because of nip/tuck.$SG $WMT $NFLXNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gen Z and Millennials are tightening their purse strings, and the first businesses on the chopping block are fast-casual dining spots. The usual fan favorites like Chipotle, Sweetgreen and Cava are suddenly falling out of favor with young American consumers. WSJ reporters Heather Haddon and Matt Grossman discuss how these companies are responding, and what this shift says about the broader economy. Caitlin McCabe hosts.  Further Reading Chipotle's Big Bet on Younger Consumers Is Unraveling Are the Economy's Salad Days Over? Chipotle Says Gloomy Consumers Are Buying Fewer Burritos Fast-Casual Chains Struggle as Diners Ditch Pricey Bowls for Cheaper Eats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're up in Bentonville at Nosh Nola inside the Bentonville Brewing Company, talking with owner Hayne Begley. This location won't be his only spot for long as he's opening another one soon, he'll tell you about it, but first?!?! FOOD NEWS!! We have the results from the first ever Mac & Cheese Cook Off in Fayetteville at Brewski's! We'll hear from the winner. Viet Buffet is ALMOST open in Rogers! Potbelly and Sweetgreen are close to opening on the new Walmart campus. Fuego Tortilla Grill has announced their opening date for their much-anticipated Fayetteville restaurant! Pathway Café is coming to the area. We'll tell you what it is, and what it means for the area! The Bentonville Bulletin reports a new dog-friendly café is now open in Bentonville. Chug Soda Shop is now back to soda truck-only. Anime Café in Rogers has closed. Hayne Begley started Nosh Nola after moving up from Little Rock. His first food truck was the Delta Biscuit Company, and it was a favorite in Little Rock. However, food truck culture there isn't what it is here, so Hayne took the opportunity to move north, and away he went. How did he survive covid? With the help of celebrity chef Jose Andres... sort of. He'll explain. He'll also talk about his food. Did you know that they have the top-of-the-line tater tots? They spent a good amount of time tater tot testing – it's a real thing, and he'll tell you why they have tots. Makes perfect sense. And finally, he'll be opening another spot next year. He'll tell us where and much more. That's next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!

Sweetgreen is looking to capitalize on the current protein craze. Sardar Biglari is getting an assist in his fight against Cracker Barrel. And Burger King has big plans in China.

Wendy's will close hundreds of U.S. restaurants in the coming months. Sweetgreen is selling its Spyce technology to Wonder. And beef inflation is putting pressure on Texas Roadhouse.

Send us a textSpecial guest host Kim DeCarolis joins Carl for a lively dive into the week's biggest restaurant and tech stories for the last episode in Season 2.They start with American Express's growing influence in restaurant loyalty and ask whether Amex has become the new partner of choice. Then they turn to Chipotle, where CEO Scott Boatwright is refocusing the brand around digital order accuracy — a move that says a lot about how consumer expectations have shifted.Next up: Yelp's new AI Receptionist  - will it actually help operators, or just add more noise to the AI conversation? And in one of the week's biggest business moves, Wonder's acquisition of Spyce from Sweetgreen sparks a discussion on focus, automation, and where robotics fits into the future kitchen.Finally, Carl and Kim unpack the Uber + Toast partnership, a big move that could reshape the first-party and third-party delivery landscape.As always, The Digital Restaurant looks at how these headlines reveal where restaurant technology and the broader off-premise experience are headed next.01:30  – Q1: Is Amex becoming the restaurant partner of choice?05:00 – Q2: Chipotle turns its focus to order accuracy10:45  – Q3: Yelp Receptionist – Hype or Help for Operators?14:50  – Q4: Wonder buys Spyce from Sweetgreen – smart sale or bold gamble?19:40  – Q5: Uber + Toast partnership – what it means for delivery's futureSupport the show

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news — and wow was there a lot of it, from M&A moves to a glut of meaningful earnings reports. They start with the M&A headlines, exploring the Denny's acquisition, Starbucks' sale of its China business, and Yum's strategic review of Pizza Hut. What do these moves mean for each respective chain? Sam and Alicia break it down. Then they dive into all of the quarterly earnings reports from the week, of which, by their count, there were 20. That includes a look at casual dining — generally faring positively, with good results from Dine Brands, Texas Roadhouse, and Bloomin' — as well as fast casual (middling results from CAVA and Wingstop and a disastrous showing by Sweetgreen) and QSR (big winners in Taco Bell and KFC, poor showings from Wendy's and Pizza Hut). Sam and Alicia talk about the big-picture implications of the quarter and what we might expect from these leading restaurant chains going forward. For more on these stories: Denny's acquired by group of investors for approximately $620 millionYum Brands exploring potential sale of Pizza HutWendy's to close hundreds of U.S. restaurants

The ongoing federal government shutdown is expected to take a toll on Cava and Sweetgreen. Potbelly is the latest chain to crowd up the battleground over wraps. And a Pizza Hut UK franchisee is insolvent.

Sarela Herrada is the CEO and co-founder of SIMPLi, the leading maker of regenerative organic pantry staples in the US, with products available in over 3,000 stores and on the menus of more than 3,000 restaurants across the country. On this episode of ITS, Sarela explains her food-service first approach to CPG, how her experience in supply chain led her to solve a food systems problem, and what shifts SIMPLi is making as they expand out of the natural channel into more conventional stores.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support In The Sauce by becoming a member!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we're joined by Nicolas Jammet, Co-Founder and Chief Concept Officer of Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand redefining fast food with fresh, crave-worthy meals. Nicolas and his co-founders launched Sweetgreen in 2007, opening their very first location in Georgetown just three months after graduating college. What started as a single salad shop has grown into a nationally recognized brand with hundreds of locations and a loyal following, all built on a vision of making healthy food accessible and transparent.In our conversation, Nicolas shares how Sweetgreen nearly ran out of money in the early months, the turning point that showed him the concept could scale, and how he's balanced innovation with operational rigor. We dive into the role of technology in shaping Sweetgreen's growth, the challenge of scaling culture across hundreds of restaurants, and how the brand continues to stay ahead in a crowded marketplace. Nicolas also reflects on the toughest leadership lessons he's faced and what he sees as the future of food, wellness, and Sweetgreen's place in it.Whether you're an entrepreneur, a foodie, or someone passionate about mission-driven business, this episode is full of insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear Nicolas's journey and what it takes to build a category-defining brand. Now on The Kara Goldin Show. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Nicolas Jammet and Sweetgreen:https://www.instagram.com/nicolasjammethttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-jammet-5b9b878/https://www.sweetgreen.com/ Sponsored By:Robinhood - Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoneyWarby Parker - head over to WarbyParker.com/GOLDIN right now to try on any pair virtually!LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/754

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network Co-Hosts: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets & Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management   In this episode of The Option Block, the hosts delve into the latest trends and unusual activities in the options market. The show starts by discussing key market movements, analyzing the impact of the government shutdown on trading activities, and providing insights on speculative trades and strategies. The segment also highlights unusual call buying activity in Sweetgreen and Weave Communications, and how they're impacting their respective stocks. Additionally, the hosts touch on current events and their potential impact on the market, including geopolitical dynamics and upcoming earnings reports. The episode wraps up with listener engagement, addressing questions about the shutdown duration and market sentiment.  

In this episode Tara sits down with Sweetgreen co-founder Nicolas Jammet to talk about the process of transitioning from the creative, idea-generating early founder role, to becoming the leader of a larger, publicly traded company.  00:00 Intro 01:04 What innovations at Sweetgreen Nic is most proud of 06:18 Where Nic looks to find inspiration for innovating his business 10:44 How innovation happens at Sweetgreen now that they're a billion-dollar business 13:09 Office Hours segment 16:30 The entrepreneurs that Nic looks up to 17:48 How Nic thinks about copycat businesses  21:46 Advice for people worried about their business ideas being stolen This episode is presented by Amazon Ads: Amazon Ads help you show up for customers—right when they're looking for you.

My guest today is Sean Black, CEO of Happy Belly Food Group (CSE: HBFG | OTCQB: HBFGF). Happy Belly is a Canadian consolidator of emerging Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) brands, with expansion plans into the U.S. The company started as Plantingco, a niche plant-based CPG business, but under Sean's leadership pivoted to become food agnostic—focused on scalable, cash flow positive QSR concepts. The model is straightforward: acquire small, profitable, debt-free brands, grow corporate stores with free cash flow, and scale through franchising. The portfolio is intentionally diversified with no duplication—think Rosie's Burgers as a Shake Shack equivalent, IQ Foods as Canada's Sweet Green, and Pyro as a Cava-style concept. I spoke with Sean to learn more about the company, as well as: The pivot from Plantingco to QSR consolidation M&A model and brand strategy Growth targets and the $100 million milestone Risks, alignment, and long-term vision For more information about Happy Belly Food Group, please visit: https://happybellyfg.com/ This podcast was recorded and is being made available by SNN, Inc. (together with its affiliates and its and their employees, “SNN”) solely for informational purposes. SNN is not providing or undertaking to provide any financial, economic, legal, accounting, tax, or other advice in or by virtue of this podcast. The information, statements, comments, views, and opinions provided in this podcast are general in nature, and such information, statements, comments, views, and opinions, and the viewing of/listening to this podcast are not intended to be and should not be construed as the provision of investment advice by SNN. The information, statements, comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast do not constitute and should not be construed as an offer to buy or sell any securities or to make or consider any investment or other course of action. The information, statements, comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast (including by guest speakers who are not officers, employees, or agents of SNN) are not necessarily those of SNN and may not be current. Reference to any specific third-party entity, product, service, materials, or content does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the SNN. SNN assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. The views expressed by guest speakers are their own and their appearance on this podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. SNN does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of any of the information, statements, comments, views, or opinions contained in this podcast, which may include forward-looking statements where actual results may differ materially. SNN does not undertake any obligation whatsoever to provide any form of update, amendment, change, or correction to any of the information, statements, comments, views or opinions set forth in this podcast. SNN EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. By accessing this podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this podcast, are the property of SNN, or used by SNN with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this podcast may save and use information contained in the podcast only for personal or other non-commercial educational purposes. No other use, including without limitation, reproduction, retransmission, or editing of this podcast may be made without the prior written consent of SNN.

Wanna start a side hustle but need an idea? Check out our Side Hustle Ideas Database: https://clickhubspot.com/thds Food quality remains solid, but the value proposition of these “slop bowl” chains has completely collapsed as prices skyrocket while portion sizes stay the same. Chipotle's $19 burrito bowl raises eyebrows, while Sweetgreen's $29 kale salad feels like paying luxury prices for what amounts to rabbit food with fancy branding. So with these price increases, are these businesses thriving or just barely surviving? Plus: Tesla is losing US market share and McDonald's brings out even more discount deals. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Mark Dent as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast player, so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  If you are a fan of the show be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review, and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues.

Dan Frommer is the founder and editor in chief of The New Consumer, an influential publication that covers the intersection of technology and consumer brands—and many of these brands live in the food world. We wanted to have Dan back on the show to talk about his new trends report. As Dan writes: “Between tariffs, geopolitics, DOGE, egg prices, measles, fires, floods, and more, the US consumer has had a chaotic start to the year.” What does it all mean for brands like Sweetgreen, Chipotle, and Starbucks? We dig into each, and we have a great conversation about that not-so-great topic on all of our minds: inflation. I loved catching up with Dan, and I hope you enjoy the conversation. Also on the show we have a great conversation with Stella Drivas, author of the new book, Hungry Happens: Mediterranean. Subscribe to This Is TASTE: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick is back! And he recaps his health ordeal in the intro. Our 3 stories: A $200 posture-correcting bra?... It's gone viral, and could be Apple's next acquisition target.Why are Millennials buying crypto instead of homes?... Because nest eggs are stuck in Bitcoin. Chipotle, Cava, & Sweetgreen aren't fast casual anymore, they're slow… And the solution lies in the Olive Garden.Plus, Nick's back from the hospital… He's eager to share his prognosis (and 3 stock picks)$CAVA $CMG $SG $LUL $BTCWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of…

Join Syama Bunten for an inspiring conversation with Suze Dowling, co-founder of Pattern, a multi-brand consumer goods company operating on a unique private equity model. Suze takes us on her remarkable journey from growing up in a lead-smelting town in rural Australia to becoming a successful entrepreneur in New York City. In this conversation, Suze shares how her father's entrepreneurial spirit and financial wisdom shaped her early relationship with money, her bold move to New York with just a few thousand dollars, and the serendipitous meeting that launched her career in digital media. You'll hear about the risks and rewards of building Jin Lane Media, the agency that took equity in now-iconic brands like Harry's, Reformation, and SweetGreen, and how that experience led to founding Pattern. Suze's story is a masterclass in betting on yourself, taking calculated risks, and building wealth through entrepreneurship while staying true to your values and desire to help others succeed. Key Topics: Growing up in small-town Australia - Life in a blue-collar lead-smelting town and early lessons about money from her single father First jobs and financial foundations - From peeling potatoes at a kebab shop to learning the value of hard work and her father's lesson about always keeping emergency money The scholarship that changed everything - Moving to Sydney at 15 and discovering how money could be leveraged, not just survived on Taking the leap to New York - Moving to NYC with just a few thousand dollars and the power of cold emails that led to meeting her future business partner Building Jin Lane Media with an equity model - How taking equity in early-stage brands instead of just cash fees created generational wealth Transitioning from agency to brand owner - The decision to launch Pattern and move from building brands for others to owning a portfolio of consumer brands Current investment philosophy - Balancing stable long-term investments with higher-risk angel investing in female-led startups Building legacy through education - Creating resources for future entrepreneurs through the D2C Operator project Connect with Suze Dowling: Pattern: https://www.patternbrands.com/ D2C Operator: Coming soon - reach out to Suze for early access and to share what resources would be most helpful for founders LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzedowling/     Find more from Syama Bunten: Instagram: @syama.co, @gettingrichpod Website: syamabunten.com Download Syama's Guide to Getting Rich: www.syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com

Episode 645: Neal and Toby chat about the Trump administration preparing an IPO of mortgage giants Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae that could raise $30B. Then, Instagram releases a new feature that can show the location of your friends…and people aren't happy about it. Also, Sweetgreen continues to struggle to bring customers in and is trying to switch its focus away from greens to proteins. Meanwhile, AOL is finally discontinuing its service which begs the question…how did it last this long? And Bed Bath & Beyond is mounting a comeback with its first store in Nashville since its bankruptcy.  LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Check out LinkedIn.com/mbd for more. Submit your MBD Password answer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Yzrl1BJY2FAFwXBYtb0CEp8XQB2Y6mLdHkbq9Kb2Sz8/viewform?edit_requested=true 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 Check out Per My Last Email! Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0nLoZjMIpr7AhG61xsZlWs?si=83e893071dd44696  YT link: https://youtube.com/@permylastemailshow?si=aMa5d8vjKlFdeZlb  Show page: https://www.permylastemailshow.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today. Expedia taking off thanks to strong earnings, Pinterest is struggling from tariff uncertainty, Instacart is upbeat, SoftBank's profit beat expectations and Sweetgreen is fighting the competitive salad wars. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. 

On this week's Solo Summer Session, Matchmaker Maria dives into the rise of the Gen Z stare and how it reflects shifting norms in dating and communication. From emotionless customer service to silent babysitters, she shares real-life encounters that left her questioning today's social cues. Maria explores how Gen Z's unique upbringing, including remote schooling, may impact their ability to build intimacy and express vulnerability. She also breaks down a hilarious dating trend in New York City where women swipe Sweetgreen lunches to spark romantic connections. Plus, she unpacks the latest Singles in America study, revealing why 30 percent of Gen Z identify as intentionally celibate while still believing in true love. If you're curious about generational dating habits and what they say about the future of relationships, this episode is a must-listen!   ✨ Don't forget to order Maria's book,  follow us on social, and leave a review if you're feeling lovable and likable.

Tim and Tyler talk to Jack Richardson all about Sweetgreen, their Infinite Kitchen model, personalization, and how he thinks about their overall strategy. — This episode is presented by American AgCredit. Check them out HERE. — Links Subscribe to The Modern Acre Newsletter - https://themodernacre.substack.com 

Jer's back from Chicago and has big thoughts on some false arguments we're making back home in Detroit on transit... to making sure we're investing in projects for the people to the importance of even some density (duplex and triplexes, not giant apartment buildings). After all, if the government is going to give cash... shouldn't we be investing in infrastructure that benefits us all than direct to a multi-national's pocket book?  Plus, Sweetgreen is coming to Detroit and Apple is investing in a new academy. Don't forget our big birthday bash is Saturday, August 9! Be sure to sign up https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1530285227309?aff=oddtdtcreator  Feedback as always - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com or leave a voicemail 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

Sweetgreen's co-founder Jonathan Neman joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Sweetgreen's plans to automate salad assembly in the coming years. First, we meet Dini from Maryland, who's learning how to maintain her brand's character and product quality as her pie company scales. Next we hear from Matt in Massachusetts, who's leaning into success growing premium mushrooms for local chefs without getting too big, too fast. Then Joey in Chicago, owner of a restaurant specializing in fried chicken wings and fresh-cut fries, who's deciding whether to introduce new products or double down on what's already working.Thank you to the founders of Dini's Divine Pies, Underground Mushroom Co. and Dak Dak Korean Wings for being part of the show. If you'd like to be featured on a future Advice Line episode, leave us a one-minute message that tells us about your business and a specific question you'd like answered. Send a voice memo to hibt@id.wondery.com or call 1-800-433-1298.And to hear the founding story of Sweetgreen, check out Jonathan's first appearance on the show in 2020. This episode was produced by Iman Maani. It was edited by Casey Herman. Our audio engineer was Neal Rauch.You can follow HIBT on X & Instagram and sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com and on Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.