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The Watson Weekend

Hosted ByRick Watson & Jess Lesesky

Welcome to The Watson Weekend – a rollicking weekly live conversation (and dance party) about all things retail, tech, and ecommerce! Hosts Rick Watson and Jess Lesesky and guests from all around the ecommerce world cut through the BS and bring you no-nonsense conversation, deep insights, and opinions that aren’t afraid to be contrarian.

The Watson Weekend | Episode 53: Ben Emmrich on Logistics Giants, Amazon’s F You & Emerging Carriers

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 among Gen Z, and the impact of alternative carriers on shipping costs. This insightful conversation also touches on data challenges, the role of AI in logistics, and strategies for shippers to navigate rising costs.