TEASER: The guy who measures his erections at night wants you to join his (supplement and vitamin) cult. Bryan (who measures his) Johnson has created “Don’t Die,” a longevity religion, and we break it down on this teaser of the After Dark, bonus content by Future Commerce.
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In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Josh Hackbarth, Chief Marketing Officer at MGA Entertainment, joins hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter to discuss the evolution of the toy industry and how MGA is redefining how consumers engage with its brands. Josh explains why building emotional connections is now just as important as product innovation and…
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In this episode of Watson Weekend, hosts Rick Watson and Jessica Lesecky dive into the latest in retail, tech, and e-commerce news. Key topics include China’s pushback against Walmart’s supplier policies, Shein’s new merchandising strategies, and Kohl’s partnership with Sephora. Special guest Matt Steinbrecher joins to delve into the intricacies of cross-border commerce, from payment…
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This week, we are talking Home Depot’s b-hole reminiscent chatbot and vibecoding JD Vance’s face. Plus—the biggest mystery in American shopping: why does TJ Maxx make people need to poop? Also on tap: Apple’s iPad launch cringefest and a surprising rise in Android smartphone adoption among creatives AND finance bros alike.
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Podcast Description In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Neil Shah, Chief Commercial Officer at SharkNinja, joins hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter to discuss how SharkNinja has grown from a single category company into a $5.5 billion global brand spanning more than 36 categories. Neil shares how SharkNinja’s consumer first approach fuels rapid innovation, ensuring…
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In this episode of Watson Weekend, hosts Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky dive into the latest in e-commerce and retail news. They discuss Shopify’s new AI feature and review Google’s AI-driven changes in performance marketing with insights from expert guest Mike Ryan. Mike shares his take on Google PMAX, differences in global strategies, and what…
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Scripted, mass-produced influencer marketing has sent the internet spiraling toward a dystopian era of “loser-generated content.” Plus, we share key insights from eTail West, a sneak peek into Future Commerce’s Word of Mouth Index with Fairing, and dissect some disturbing internet finds of the week.
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TEASER: The (new and ambitious) Department of Commerce moves to take over the USPS, and did C.S. Lewis foresee DOGE?
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In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Steve Siegal, Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer at Curology, joins hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter to discuss Curology’s journey from a DTC disruptor to an omnichannel skincare leader. Steve shares how launching in Target, Walmart, and CVS has reshaped Curology’s strategy, driving credibility, visibility, and a seamless consumer…
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In this episode of Watson Weekend, hosts Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky dive into the latest trends in e-commerce, retail, and technology. They discuss the logistics industry’s complexities and innovations with special guest Ben Emmrich, CEO of Tusk Logistics. Topics include the market opportunities for Klaviyo, Temu’s expansion into Canada, the resurgence of mall culture…
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