Best Conscious Commerce Podcasts (2025)

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ROI or Bust: Commerce in a Cost-Conscious World with Tal Ofer 48:09

1d ago48:09

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Is Replatforming Dead? Why Retailers Are Taking a More Targeted Approach to Tech Investment In the latest episode of The FODcast, we’re joined by Tal Ofer, Senior Partnerships Director at Cloudinary and Co-Founder of the MACH Alliance Community Council, to unpack the reality of tech decision-making in retail right now. With over 15 years shaping gl…

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June 30th, 2025: Klarna CEO Claims They Will Be a Super App, Walmart Investor Event Sheds New Light, Should You Put a Chatbot In Front Of Your Retail Store, and Musings from CommerceNext and Mirakl’s Summit ... 12:41

3d ago12:41

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Today on our show: Klarna CEO Claims They Will Be a Super App Walmart Investor Event Sheds New Light Should You Put a Chatbot In Front Of Your Retail Store Musings from CommerceNext and Mirakl’s Summit - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sp…

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Redefining Retirement for the 21st Century 1:09:12

6d ago1:09:12

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In this conversation with Gregg Lunceford PhD CFP, Managing Director, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, we discuss the changing landscape of retirement (why the old model does not work), identity and purpose after retirement, and designing a life beyond the financial plan.

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Your Astrological Relationship Archetypes (for Dating, Partnership & Authentic Connection) 35:11

7d ago35:11

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Our desire for human love, for human connection, is remarkably simple, and yet remarkably complex. This week, I take you through the astrological relationship archetypes—where they show up in your chart and how they reflect your core needs in your relationships. Having a deeper awareness of these archetypes not only opens the channel to the authent…

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June 23rd, 2025: Saks Global Still Sounds in Trouble, Facebook Says eCommerce is Great -- For Other People, Jassy’s AI Memo Was a Snoozefest, In a Good Way, and Amazon Extending Prime Day Doesn’t Give ... 11:29

10d ago11:29

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Today on our show: Saks Global Still Sounds in Trouble Facebook Says eCommerce is Great -- For Other People Jassy’s AI Memo Was a Snoozefest, In a Good Way Amazon Extending Prime Day Doesn’t Give me Warm Fuzzies - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's epi…

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Physical Retail's Vital Pulse: Why In-Store Experiences Still Matter with James O'Hare 1:01:51

13d ago1:01:51

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The death of the high street? Not quite. In this episode of The FODcast, we’re joined by James O’Hare - Area VP UK at Sitoo – to explore why physical retail isn’t dying, it’s evolving. From in-store gyms and juice bars to immersive tent villages, retailers creating memorable, experience-led spaces are thriving. And behind it all? A shift from disco…

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June 16th, 2025: Palantir Partners with Bolt, Amazon Releases AI Video Generation Tools, Sezzle Sues Shopify For AntiCompetitive Practices, and Walmart Releases New AI Tools 9:20

17d ago9:20

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Today on our show: Palantir Partners with Bolt Amazon Releases AI Video Generation Tools Sezzle Sues Shopify For AntiCompetitive Practices Walmart Releases New AI Tools - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rm…

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Body & Life Transformation: How I Changed Everything 56:47

21d ago56:47

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You cannot transform what you hate—you can only transform what you love. In today’s episode, I open up about my journey learning to honor and transform my body, health, and life on an extremely deep and personal level. I walk you through the moment I decided it was time to change EVERYTHING, surrender to the process, and finally feel like myself ag…

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Winning High-Value Clients: The Human Connection Advantage 1:08:24

23d ago1:08:24

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In this conversation with Doug Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies & Author of Win-Win Selling, and the creator of the Double Your Sales Methodology, he shares his wisdom bytes on how business leaders and sales professionals can shift from transactional sales tactics to authentic relationship-building strategies that drive high-value deals.…

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Six Years a Hostage, A Lifetime of Wisdom with Stephen McGown 1:17:53

24d ago1:17:53

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“What does it mean to lose yourself? And more importantly...what does it take to find your way back?” These were the questions echoing in my mind long after sitting down with Stephen McGown, a South African whose story isn’t just remarkable, it’s transformational. Stephen’s journey from banker to hostage to international speaker isn’t just a tale o…

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June 9th, 2025: Shopify MCP Server Raises More Questions Than Answers, Could the AI Race Become a Hardware Race, and Temu Half Off - Just In Time For Summer 10:43

24d ago10:43

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Today on our show: Shopify MCP Server Raises More Questions Than Answers Could the AI Race Become a Hardware Race? Temu Half Off - Just In Time For Summer - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/…

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Navigating AI in B2B Commerce with Aidan McGaughey 52:06

29d ago52:06

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Legacy Systems Meet AI: Can B2B Can Bridge the Gap? The B2B sector is standing at a crossroads. On one side: faxes, spreadsheets, and legacy systems. On the other: AI-powered smart agents and instant order processing. In this episode of The FODcast, Aidan McGaughey – EMEA Country Manager at OroCommerce shares how B2B businesses can navigate this te…

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June 2nd, 2025: Salesforce to acquire Informatica, Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance, Lowes Launches Its Marketplace, and Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap 11:27

1M ago11:27

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Today on our show: Salesforce to acquire Informatica Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance Lowes Launches Its Marketplace Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://w…

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Make Aligned Decisions with Human Design with Erin Claire Jones 57:30

1M ago57:30

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What if I told you—the key to making life-altering decisions was inside you all along? In today’s episode, I sit down with Human Design Expert, Erin Claire Jones, to reveal how to use your unique design blueprint as a tool for making aligned, empowered decisions. Our conversation serves as your roadmap for unlocking the inherent gifts of your uniqu…

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Special Episode: Scott Eckert on Leading Mirakl and the Marketplace Revolution 36:52

1M ago36:52

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In this special CEO spotlight edition of the Watson Weekly, host Rick Watson welcomes Scott Eckert, newly appointed CEO of Mirakl, for an inside look at how his leadership is poised to accelerate Mirakl’s role at the heart of modern commerce. With a distinguished career spanning innovation leadership roles at Dell, Rethink Robotics, and Walmart’s S…

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May 26th, 2025: Rapid Fire Headline Update and Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions 23:46

1M ago23:46

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Today on our show: Rapid Fire Headline Update Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Pimcore & the Data Layer Revolution in B2B 17:53

1M ago17:53

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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Crafting Community in a Digital Age: Vivo Barefoot's Approach to Modern Commerce with Steve Irwin 59:21

1M ago59:21

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"If you touch it, you can trust it." In this episode of The FODcast, we’re joined by Steven Irwin – Chief Commercial & Technology Officer at Vivobarefoot - to explore how today’s most progressive D2C brands are blending technology, purpose, and people to drive long-term growth. With leadership experience at ASICS, Hunter Boots, Wolverine Worldwide,…

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May 19th, 2025: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings, Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now, FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership, and Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings 10:28

2M ago10:28

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Today on our show: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by…

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"Mindset Matters: The Art & Science of Peak Performance" 58:27

2M ago58:27

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In this conversation with Mark Panciera, CEO Emeritus of the Pacific Institute we discuss mindset transformation, the power of belief, uncovering blind spots, and how to shift from limiting beliefs to liberating beliefs. This is a wisdom packed episode on elevating individual performance, leadership and humanity at large.…

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We Never Die: NDEs, Grief Healing & Modern Day Prophecy with Eliot & Jesse 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

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Death is not the end—it’s just one beginning of many! Today, I am so honored to sit down with Eliot and Jesse, the passionate minds behind Coming Home. Their mission is to share profound stories of Near-Death Experiences that access the gateways of life, death, and the in-between. By tapping into the spiritual realm of NDEs, we explore what they ar…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Conscious Commerce & Regulated Realities: The Aysnd Way 21:06

2M ago21:06

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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May 12th, 2025: Shopify Needs Incentive Alignment to Win in Enterprise, 3 Notables From BigCommerce earnings call, Instacart CEO Departs for OpenAI, and Shopify Reports Solid Earnings Amid Global Uncertainty ... 17:51

2M ago17:51

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In this week’s Watson Weekly, we will discuss Fidji Simo is out at Instacart CEO to join OpenAI. This is a huge feather in Simo’s cap and leaves an opening at Instacart which I predict will be filled by their Chief Product Officer Daniel Danker. Not only did Danker and Simo overlap from their time at Facebook, but Danker was promoted by Simo into h…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Inside B2B Growth: Smith Commerce on Scaling Smart 19:17

2M ago19:17

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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Beyond Buzzwords: Why eCommerce Success Isn't About Your Platform Choice with Matt Parkinson 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

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In this episode of The FODcast, Matt Parkinson - Founder of GENE Commerce and co-founder of Shopthru and BlueFinch - cuts through the hype to share a candid, insider’s view of the Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento) ecosystem. While some in the industry claim Magento’s time has passed, Matt sets the record straight. With an estimated 8–12% market sha…

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May 5th, 2025: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter, UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, and Kohl’s Fires Its CEO 14:37

2M ago14:37

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Today on our show: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Kohl’s Fires Its CEO - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerc…

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Turning Tariffs into Tactics — Cross-Border Commerce in 2025 with Alex Yancher, CEO of Passport 57:11

2M ago57:11

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In this insightful episode, The Watson Weekly welcomes Alex Yancher (Yon-cher), CEO of Passport, just hours after the U.S. government announced sweeping new global trade tariffs. With $3.3 trillion in cross-border e-commerce at stake, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Guided by a Thomas L. Friedman-inspired prologue, we dive deep into the …

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Money Astrology: Your Unique Money Making / Healing Axis 30:32

2M ago30:32

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Money is energy—and this is your sacred invitation to align with it like never before. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful gateways to financial healing and abundance: your 2nd and 8th house money axis. Whether you’re new to astrology or deep in your chart studies, I’ll guide you step by step through what these houses repres…

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Platforming the Future: B2B's Digital Commerce Revolution with Jochen Binder 47:59

2M ago47:59

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The e-commerce platform market is evolving - and fast. Gone are the days of two-year projects and monolithic systems. Today’s businesses demand flexibility, speed, and the right balance between out-of-the-box functionality and best-of-breed integrations. In this episode of The FODcast, Jochen Binder, Head of Backend and Data Solutions at diva-e, ta…

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The Renaissance Leader: Asking the Right Questions Will Change Everything 2:14:40

2M ago2:14:40

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What does Renaissance-era innovation have to do with modern leadership? Everything, according to global keynote speaker and executive coach Jean-Marie DiGiovanna. Drawing from her remarkable journey scaling a tech start-up from 90 to 4,000 employees and navigating cultural nuances across continents, Jean-Marie reveals how traditional command-and-co…

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April 28th, 2025: Composable Conference in Chicago shows MACH progress, ChatGPT and Shopify partnership teased, and Shopify promotes internally for Chief Design Officer: What's going on? 14:49

2M ago14:49

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Today on our show: Composable Conference in Chicago Shows MACH Progress ChatGPT and Shopify Partnership Teased Shopify Promotes Internally for Chief Design Officer: What's Going On? - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. h…

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The Fatal Flaw: Why Tech-Led Projects Fail with Simon Hamblin 52:12

2M ago52:12

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We’re excited to announce the launch of Season 7 of The FODcast! This season brings you fresh insights from top industry leaders, innovators, and experts. As always, we’re exploring the latest trends, strategies, and challenges in the digital commerce space. Our global audience continues to grow, with listeners tuning in from across the UK, the Uni…

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April 21st, 2025: Walmart Investor Day shows strong tariff headwinds, is 2025 the year to eat the entire enchilada, Shop for Brands on Amazon seen in the wild, and Amazon surveys its sellers on tariffs ... 17:04

2M ago17:04

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Is Walmart More Exposed to Tariffs Than They Are Admitting? In a recent investor day, Walmart indicated that only one-third of its products are not made in the USA. Are we sure about that number? Given the fact that there is no universal definition of made in the USA, I think that number could be a lot higher than the company is letting on. Learn a…

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Death, Divorce, and my Rebirth from 37 to 38 (Birthday Episode) 51:29

3M ago51:29

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Welcome back to a brand new era of the Natalia Benson Podcast! I am so excited to finally be back with you all to usher in this season of deep rebirth and healing. In this episode, I’ll share the big life updates + dramatic turns that led me to the here and now, as well as a tarot reading to set the stage for what’s to come... I also highlight my h…

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The Debate: Is Replatforming Worth It? 1:04:13

3M ago1:04:13

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The biggest debate in eCommerce. The business case for replatforming Replatforming can either be trying to use a band-aid on a large wound or it could be like squeezing juice. Vince Santo (The Maze Group) debating Chris Silver (Discoverist AI) on replatforming. Architecture: The headless straw man debate. Headless technology enables brands to move …

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The Retirement Reality Check 1:02:29

3M ago1:02:29

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In this conversation with Andrea Maizes ACC, a Certified Professional Retirement Coach, Certified Executive and Career Coach, we have candid, honest and vulnerable discussions about transitioning into retirement phase of life and discuss "5 Things You Can Do Now to Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter." (Because hope is not a plan....even in re…

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Redefining Retail: Commercetools, InStore, and the Future of Unified Commerce – A Conversation with Dirk Hoerig 1:00:48

3M ago1:00:48

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In this special episode of The Watson Weekly, we sit down with Dirk Hoerig, co-founder of Commercetools, to explore the company’s journey from Germany to global eCommerce leader. Dirk shares insights on their ideal customer, key pain points they solve, and why their North American market entry succeeded where others failed. We also dive into the la…

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The Digital Transformation Episode That Broke Our Records – with Wendy Isaacs 59:14

3M ago59:14

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Before Season 7 lands... we're taking one last dive into the FODcast archives. For our final re-run, we’re revisiting a conversation that happens to be our most viewed episode of all time on our YouTube channel. Originally recorded and published in November 2024, this episode with Wendy Isaacs, Executive Director of Commerce and Experience Delivery…

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April 7th, 2025: Key takeaways on public and private markets, Shoptalk did not answer my key industry questions, Consumers getting stressed out, and Amazon makes last minute bid to buy TikTok 13:36

3M ago13:36

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Is There a Worse Owner For TikTok Than Amazon? Look, I am going to bottom line it for you guys. I can’t think of a worse owner for Tiktok than logistics company Amazon. I know there are a lot of chocolate and peanut butter theories of how these two great companies could taste better together, but I think this would be the start of a slow boringific…

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The Alchemy of Focus: Turning Procrastination into Productive Power with Peter Ludwig 2:01:32

3M ago2:01:32

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Ever been caught in the grip of procrastination, watching the hours slip away as your keyboard lies untouched? Meet Peter, a tech entrepreneur turned anti-procrastination crusader, whose journey from distraction-prone programmer to best-selling author is nothing short of inspiring. As we sit down with him, Peter spills the secrets of a stable busin…

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The Art of True Leadership Amidst the Echoes of Imposter Syndrome 1:39:35

3M ago1:39:35

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Feeling like you're teetering on a house of cards while the world sees a castle of confidence? You're not alone. I've been there alongside countless high achievers and my guest, a seasoned coach - Paul Larsen, who's navigated these choppy waters. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on imposter syndrome, sharing candid tales from our own lives…

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Watson Weekly: Navigating the Digital Commerce Maze with Bryan House 43:50

3M ago43:50

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Why is digital commerce still hitting roadblocks in 2025? In this special episode, Bryan House of Elastic Path joins us to unpack the paradox: companies claim to have a clear digital strategy, yet budgets for tech investment remain elusive. We tackle the real barriers—lack of knowledge, outdated mindsets, and the hidden opportunity cost of standing…

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RE-RUN: Fractional Leadership: Luxury or Necessity in Today's Digital Transformation? 33:21

3M ago33:21

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As we continue our brief pause before the launch of Season 7, we're rewinding ever so slightly to bring you our most downloaded episode of all time! This episode, recorded in September of last year, explores the fascinating rise of fractional hiring in digital commerce with guest Adrian Wakefield, co-founder of Digital Wow Group, who has over 35 ye…

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March 31st, 2025: Shoptalk Recap 9:46

3M ago9:46

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Today on our show: Shoptalk Recap - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweeklyBy RMW Commerce

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RE-RUN: Are You Ready for Composable? Hard Lessons from the Frontlines 38:50

3M ago38:50

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For our latest dig into the FODcast archives whilst we gear up for Season 7, we’re revisiting some of our most popular episodes and a topic of conversation that is still as relevant now as it was back in November 2023 when it was recorded. This re-run episode features a candid conversation with David Hardiman, former Head of Software Development at…

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March 24th, 2025: Adobe teases new commerce offerings, BigCommerce launches new account functionality, Klarna files IPO paperwork, and welcome to Shoptalk Week! 13:07

3M ago13:07

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Is Adobe Hopeless or Will The New Product Teases Get Them Back in the Game? This week on the Watson Weekly podcast, we unpack two new product announcements from Adobe that are expected to launch by June 2025. One is the Adobe Commerce Optimizer, an eCommerce front-end that can be used with any storefront platform. This is one that I’m excited to se…

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RE-RUN: The Future of MACH and Digital Commerce 1:08:05

4M ago1:08:05

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As we continue our look back at some of our most popular episodes, we’re revisiting another must-listen discussion - this time with two industry heavyweights: Sonja Keerl, co-founder of the MACH Alliance, and Jim Herbert, CEO of Patchworks. Recorded in November last year, this episode explored a pivotal moment for MACH technology as businesses dema…

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March 17th, 2025: Paypal in hot water over its Honey application, AllBirds sales plunge in 2024, why did Walmart buy a mall? And upcoming eCommerce debate event at Shoptalk 11:25

4M ago11:25

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Is Paypal Running an Affiliate Scam? That’s What Google’s New Chrome Rules Seem to Be Saying. Many users don’t realize that Paypal’s Honey Application, the plugin which is supposed to secure you discounts on items. Instead, it looks to be cutting certain publishers out of affiliate credits that they would otherwise be due. You’ll find this and othe…

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RE-RUN: The Future of Composable Commerce with SCAYLE 48:16

4M ago48:16

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As we take a short pause to gear up for Season 7, we’re revisiting some of our most popular episodes from the archives. Today's rewind episode was recorded nearly 12 months ago, yet this conversation with Craig Smith and Rico Adler from SCAYLE remains as relevant as ever. In our chat, Craig and Rico explored the evolving expectations of digital con…

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March 10th, 2025: Target 2024 earnings shows company falling behind, when will merchants stop treating data as a project? Commercetools layoffs throws into question IPO plans, and has Shopify Enterprise ... 14:02

4M ago14:02

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Today on our show: Target 2024 earnings shows company falling behind When will merchants stop treating data as a project? Commercetools layoffs throws into question IPO plans Has Shopify Enterprise turned a corner? - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's …

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