Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast

Behind the Numbers: Signal-Based Merchandising and The Impact of the Empty Shelf

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss what happens when a shelf is empty, how retailers can stay ahead of this, and how signals translate into actionable store-level decisions. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Principal Analyst Sky Canaves, Senior Analyst Blake Droesch, and Chief Revenue Officer at Trax David Gottlieb. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
 
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Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer
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Reimagining Retail: The Unofficial Most Interesting Retailers List (March)

On today's podcast episode, we discuss the unofficial list of the most interesting retailers for the month of March. Each month, our analysts Arielle Feger, Becky Schilling, and Sara Lebow (aka The Committee) put together a very unofficial list of the top eight retailers they're watching based on which are making the most interesting moves: Who's launching new initiatives? Which partnerships are moving the needle? Which standout marketing campaigns are being created? In this month's episode, Committee members Senior Director of Content Becky Schilling and Analyst Sara Lebow will defend their list against Principal Analyst Sky Canaves and Analyst Rachel Wolff, who will dispute the power rankings by attempting to move retailers up, down, on, or off the list.
 
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Behind the Numbers: Walgreens’ Identity Crisis — What’s Next for the Pharmacy Giant?

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how Walgreens went from “pharmacy behemoth to distressed retailer”, the biggest lesson from its downfall, and where the company goes from here. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, and Senior Analysts Rajiv Leventhal and Zak Stambor, for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
 
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Behind the Numbers: Reimagining the Creator Role — Engaging Communities Through Short-Form Video

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how virality is being redefined, how the word “Creator” is being reimagined, and how the social content consumers are looking for is changing. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Analyst Emmy Liederman, Senior Analyst Minda Smiley, and Co-Founder and CEO of Kale Isha Patel. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
 
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Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.
 

Reimagining Retail: Ageism in Beauty and the Shift Away From “Staying Young”

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how the beauty industry is venturing into untapped markets, how the conversation of ageism in beauty fits or diverges with the greater trend away from diversity and inclusion, and how brands market to older people while staying relevant with younger audiences. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Principal Analyst Sky Canaves, Analyst Arielle Feger, and CEO and Founder of Ageism Is Never In Style® Jacynth-Bassett.
 
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https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-reimagining-retail-ageism-beauty-shift-away-staying-young
 
© 2025 EMARKETER
 
Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.
 

Behind the Numbers: Beyond the Bundle — What Will Shape the Streaming World Next? | March 17, 2025

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the next waves to hit the streaming world: which platform will emerge as the streaming hub, how will “content tiers” change viewer behavior and subscriptions, and can streaming maintain sizeable enough audiences for awards shows and Presidential debates? Tune in to the conversation with Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, our Senior Editor Daniel Konstantinovic, and Vice President Paul Verna. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
 
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© 2025 EMARKETER
 
Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.

Behind the Numbers: How to Build a Brand From the Ground Up

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how Mint Mobile was able to stand out before a celebrity like Ryan Reynolds joined the team, how he helped them break the marketing mold, and lessons learned along the way to becoming a billion-dollar valued company. Tune in to the conversation with Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, our Senior Director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman, Vice President Suzy Davidkhanian, and Strategic Advisor to Mint Mobile Aron North. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
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Reimagining Retail: Malls — Why People Visit (or Skip), IKEA & Walmart's Big Moves, and What the Modern Mall Will Look Like

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss what malls are doing well (and why), the reasons folks have been skipping the mall, and why IKEA and Walmart bought one each. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Analysts Emmy Liederman and Rachel Wolff.
 
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https://www.emarketer.com/content/reimagining-retail-malls-why-people-visit-or-skip-ikea-walmart-s-big-moves-what-modern-mall-will-look-like
 
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The Banking & Payments Show: AI as Your Financial Advisor. What Happens When Technology Takes the Lead?

In today’s episode, we talk about whether regulators will allow, and consumers will adopt, AI over human financial advisors. Will AI close or widen the wealth gap? What happens if an AI financial advisory loses your money? Join the discussion with host and Head of Business Development Rob Rubin, and Analysts Lauren Ashcraft and Jacob Bourne.
 
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Behind the Numbers: Gen Z Teens' Relationship with GenAI, Social Media, and Video Games

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how some teachers think young people should be approaching GenAI, the differences between younger and older teenagers’ social media usage, and how engagement with digital gaming is changing. Tune in to the episode with Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Analyst Paola Flores-Marquez, and Vice President of Research Jennifer Pearson. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.
 
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