Modern Retail Podcast

Hosted ByCale Weissman & Gabi Barkho

The Modern Retail Podcast is a podcast about the retail space, from legacy companies to the buzzy world of DTC startups. Every Thursday, Cale Weissman, editor of Modern Retail, interviews executives about their growth and marketing strategies. And every Saturday Gabi Barkho, senior reporter, sits down with the Modern Retail staff to chat about the latest headlines in the retail world.

The Modern Retail Podcast | Hits and misses from Q1 earnings season

Modern Retail Podcast
Modern Retail Podcast
The Modern Retail Podcast | Hits and misses from Q1 earnings season
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Late May saw a slew of first-quarter earnings reports that reflected meaningful growth for companies like Target and Walmart, but also revealed some bigger shifts in consumer behavior and operational costs.

While shoppers dealing with higher fuel costs are pulling back in some areas, like DIY home projects, they’re also showing up to treat themselves for limited-edition collabs or deals at off-price retailers.

This week on the Modern Retail Podcast, special projects editor Melissa Daniels is joined by reporter Mitchell Parton to unpack some of the biggest hits and misses of earnings season, from Target’s comeback to the threat of rising fuel prices.