Best Listraks Podcasts (2025)

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Warby Parker's Latest Vision 27:16

11d ago27:16

27:16

Founded 15 years ago as a digitally native, direct-to-consumer eyewear retailer, Warby Parker set out to disrupt the $150 billion global optical industry with $95 prescription glasses (and at-home try-ons through the mail). Clearly, they were on to something, as five years later, Fast Company named it the “Most Innovative Company in the World.” War…

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Inside SJ's Tech Report: The Human Issue 14:06

18d ago14:06

14:06

Big Business is rapidly embracing technology, but at what cost? Can robots and AI can make the fashion industry smarter, faster, better—without sacrificing humanity? Sourcing Journal's business reporter/tech editor Meghan Hall chats with Lauren Parker, director, Fairchild Studio, about the symbiotic relationship between man and machine. Learn more …

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A (Lab-Grown) Diamond is Forever, Too 24:34

25d ago24:34

24:34

A diamond may be forever, but a synthetic one is too. And so begins the ongoing debate between natural and lab-grown diamonds—stones with virtually identical chemical properties but very different back stories, marketing approaches and customer bases. In this podcast for Retail Rx, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, chats with Stephen D’A…

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Beauty’s Digital Future: Listrak’s Jamie Elden Talks AI, Social Commerce and More 20:12

1M ago20:12

20:12

Beauty’s Digital Future: Listrak’s Jamie Elden Talks AI, Social Commerce and Gen Z Influence at the WWD X Beauty Inc. Beauty CEO Summit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Breaking Down 3G’s $9B Deal to Buy Skechers 9:29

2M ago9:29

9:29

In this episode of ‘From the Newsroom,’ Footwear News senior editor Stephen Garner drills down on the big ‘family business’ that’s now going private. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Kohl's is Trapped in a 'Perfect Storm' 11:55

2M ago11:55

11:55

In this episode of From the Newsroom, WWD editors discuss the abrupt departure of the retailer's CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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The True Cost of Tariffs 37:06

2M ago37:06

37:06

Talk about tariffs has been filling newspapers, websites, airwaves, boardrooms, factory floors and dinner tables for a while, but reality is just starting to sink in now. What are the true costs of tariffs, and who is going to be paying for them? In this episode, Ian Fredricks, president and CEO of Hilco, Consumer-Retail, chats with Lauren Parker, …

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The Top 5 Consumer Behaviors to Watch in 2025, and Beyond 18:55

2M ago18:55

18:55

In this episode of WWD Voices In Detail, Sarah Engel shares insights into the consumer behaviors defining retail today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Inside the Saks-Neiman Marcus Merger 12:18

2M ago12:18

12:18

In this episode of From the Newsroom, Evan Clark shares the mic with WWD's David Moin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Exotic Leather Truths: Conservation and Commerce CAN Co-Exist 28:22

2M ago28:22

28:22

There are many misconceptions about exotic leather—notably the python, crocodile and alligator skins that are transformed into the most luxe handbags and leathergoods. But when sourced and harvested legally and responsibly, these animals are valuable renewable natural resources that support the conservation of the species and their delicate habitat…

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Prada Acquires Versace: A New Chapter in Luxury Fashion? 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

In this episode of "From the Newsroom," WWD editors explore the impetus behind the deal as well as its implications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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From the Newsroom: Will the ‘Tariffpocalypse’ Transform Fashion Forever? 16:14

3M ago16:14

16:14

In this episode, WWD and Sourcing Journal editors weigh in on recent headlines and the implications of the current trade war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Data Signals: A Deep Dive into Listrak’s 2025 Cross-Channel Benchmark Report 21:32

3M ago21:32

21:32

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Listrak’s 2025 Cross-Channel Benchmark Report, providing expert analysis of the data and the insights behind it. Jake and Allie discuss trends in send volume, channel performance, and campaign successes, highlighting how these factors are driving smarter engagement, revenue, and loyalty. They also reveal in…

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Tapestry Talks Luxury in the Digital Age 21:31

3M ago21:31

21:31

Yang Lu, the chief information officer at Tapestry, chats with Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, to learn how Tapestry is approaching luxury in this digital age. Upscale legacy brands have a challenge when it comes to technology. How do you blend future-facing digital strategy with the timelessness of luxury? How do you balance exclusivi…

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The Evolution of Payment Solutions with the President of Bolt 19:01

3M ago19:01

19:01

Fresh from the recent ShopTalk conference in Las Vegas, Justin Grooms, president of Bolt, joins WWD Voices host Arthur Zaczkiewicz to recap some of the trends that emerged from the event as well as how 2025 is evolving from a payments solutions perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Can Sustainability Survive? Inside SJ's Sustainability Report 21:02

3M ago21:02

21:02

The political will toward sustainability is constantly shifting, and with the official exit from the Paris Agreement and a ‘drill, baby drill’ fossil fuel mentality, things are moving in another direction. This has created a climate of uncertainty for eco-minded businesses seeking support from government sustainability requirements. That said, the …

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From the Newsroom: Fashion Week Wrap-Up 21:05

3M ago21:05

21:05

In the week’s special edition of WWD Voices, Alex Badia takes the mic to share what’s behind the headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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How Fabletics is Reinventing Activewear 28:45

3M ago28:45

28:45

Launched in 2013, Fabletics is the largest digitally native activewear brand, with over $850 million in sales, compounded annual growth of 30 percent and plans to double its fleet of 100+ stores by 2029. And In a crowded activewear space, Fabletics operates with a unique membership model that sets it apart from the competition. In this episode for …

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Tariff Turmoil: What Now? What Next? 16:33

3M ago16:33

16:33

Lately, tariffs have become the most powerful word in the world. They are moving stock markets, upending longstanding international trade agreements, and evoking lots of confusion—and emotion—across industries. Sourcing Journal recently released its annual State of the Industry Sourcing Report, and one thing is clear: tariff turmoil has gripped the…

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Keying Into the Spending Power of Generation Z 20:35

3M ago20:35

20:35

In this new feature of WWD Voices, "Inside the Newsroom," the cohosts welcome Jamie Elden from Listrak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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A Bold New Chapter: Macy's Challenges the Status Quo 30:58

3M ago30:58

30:58

Last year, Macy’s unveiled its Bold New Chapter initiative with the goal of challenging the status quo. Balancing the art and science of retail, the strategy was informed by comprehensive customer research, and had three distinct tiers: strengthen the Macy’s nameplate, accelerate luxury growth, and simplify and modernize end-to-end operations. In t…

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Obstacles & Opportunities: Highlights from Sourcing Journal's Logistics Report 19:11

4M ago19:11

19:11

Whether it be container prices, warehouse demand, port congestion or the automation conversation, the year ahead for retail logistics has plenty of question marks. In this episode, Lauren Parker, director, Fairchild Studio, chats with Glenn Taylor, logistics editor, Sourcing Journal, to get some answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Reimagining the Jewelry Shopping Experience 16:18

4M ago16:18

16:18

In this week’s episode of WWD Voices, Nicole Wegman, founder and chief executive officer of Ring Concierge, a fine jewelry company, joins host Arthur Zaczkiewicz to discuss how her engagement ring shopping experience in New York's Diamond District led to the inception of her business in 2013. Frustrated by the antiquated and high-pressure sales env…

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Big Box Backlash: A Guide to Shopping Small 22:47

5M ago22:47

22:47

Independent boutiques have always had a place in retail, but the “shop around the corner” can’t always compete against Big Box stores or online retailers like Amazon. But there’s a backlash brewing, and guides to helping consumer shop small are increasing. In this episode, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, chats with Caroline Weaver, sma…

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Demand Planning Insights with Logility’s Roger Mayerson 18:53

5M ago18:53

18:53

In this episode of WWD Voices, Arthur Zaczkiewicz, executive editor of strategic content development, welcomes Roger Mayerson, senior vice president and industry principal of apparel and soft goods at Logility — which offers AI-powered forecasting solutions. Mayerson discussed Logility's role in pioneering computerized logistics and demand planning…

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Navigating 2025: Consumer Trends, Loyalty Evolution, and Omnichannel Innovation 19:35

5M ago19:35

19:35

In the first episode of Listrak’s Innovation Unleashed for 2025, Jake and Allie break down the key insights from Listrak’s latest client survey and share predictions for the year ahead. They discuss how brands are adapting to evolving consumer behavior, the shift toward hyper-personalized marketing strategies, and the transformation of loyalty prog…

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This Former Fashion CEO Now Fights Retail Plastic Waste 26:24

5M ago26:24

26:24

There’s an inherent problem with much of traditional retail: The more you sell, the more you waste, especially when it comes to beauty, wellness and home items packaged in single-use plastic. In this episode for business hub Retail Rx, Fairchild Studio Director Lauren Parker chats with Jeff Yurcisin, CEO of Grove Collaborative. This purpose-driven …

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Anthropologie Bets Big on Vacations 20:22

5M ago20:22

20:22

Anthropologie's eclectic mix of fashion and home items, curated around the store for personal discovery, has created a fiercely loyal customer base, with earnings reports to back this up. Now, Anthropologie is taking its consumers on vacation, with the launch of Celandine. In this episode of WWD Voices, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, …

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The Inside Scoop on Transforming Retail Tech with Skypad 16:28

5M ago16:28

16:28

In this episode of WWD Voices host Arthur Zaczkiewicz chats with Jeanette Duke, director of marketing at Sky IT Group, about innovations in retail technology. She explains the limitations of traditional Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), particularly EDI 852, which has not adapted to modern retail needs such as detailed insights into sales trends, …

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A Journey to Success with Odyssey Retail Advisors 30:51

5M ago30:51

30:51

In this episode of WWD Voices, host Arthur Zaczkiewicz met with Rick Strauss and Rich Johnson, principals at Odyssey Retail Advisors, who the current retail landscape and the future of luxury retailing, leveraging the rich experience the duo brings from working extensively in the retail advisory space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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The Changing Landscape for Valuations and Loans 25:09

6M ago25:09

25:09

As long as there have been brands and retailers. There's been the need to evaluate their worth, whether for a sale, asset backed loan licensing deal, brand spin off, or in the worst case scenario, liquidation. In this episode of business hub Retail Rx, Lauren Parker, director, Fairchild Studio, chats with Ben Nortman, co-chief commercial officer at…

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Gita Mirchandani on the Power of Positive Intentions in Business 19:36

6M ago19:36

19:36

In this episode of WWD Voices, Arthur Zaczkiewicz, executive editor of strategic content at WWD, interviews Gita Mirchandani founder of GitaPR, the communications agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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2024 BFCM Holiday Recap: Performance – Tidbits – Trends – Predictions 27:07

6M ago27:07

27:07

Listrak’s own Jake Pasini and Allie Naughton dive into “The Cyber Five” performance as reported from Listrak’s platform data to uncover key insights and trends. Hear performance highlights such as revenue trends, channel performance, and vertical-specific growth. How advanced AI enhanced the customer experience, and boosted conversions and revenue …

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How WWD Documented Black Fashion Over the Past 100 Years with 'Black in Fashion' Book 25:33

6M ago25:33

25:33

“Black in Fashion,” a stunning 300-page coffeetable book from WWD and Union Square Publishing, doesn’t just focus on the past century’s most influential Black models, muses, designers, photographers, stylemakers and creatives, but it also celebrates how WWD documented them. In this episode, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, chats with cu…

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How Outcast Clothing is Going Beyond Selling Bikinis on Instagram 17:55

6M ago17:55

17:55

In this episode of WWD Voices, host Arthur Zaczkiewicz interviews Lawrence Lees, co-founder of the Australian fashion brand Outcast Clothing. The brand's name was penned by Lees’ wife and co-founder, Paris Merchant. The fashion brand initially launched in 2014 with bikinis sold on Instagram. It quickly added party, occasion and festival wear, and h…

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Tariffs, Trade and Turmoil: Highlights from the SJ Fall Summit 15:09

7M ago15:09

15:09

Peter Sadera, Sourcing Journal’s editor in chief, chats with Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studios, about the recent SJ Fall Summit, industry issues and how stakeholders are rising to the occasion, despite the challenges. “With so much uncertainty out there, just sitting around doom scrolling your balance sheets is not really going to get yo…

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F.I.T. President Discusses Her 26-Year Legacy 25:55

7M ago25:55

25:55

In this episode of WWD Voices, Dr. Joyce F. Brown, president of the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), chats with Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, about her 26-year tenure, which will end when she steps down from her role at the end of the 2024/2025 academic school year. F.I.T. has turned out some of the biggest names in fashion …

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How Millennials and Gen Z are Rebranding Consumer Behaviors 29:12

7M ago29:12

29:12

In this episode of WWD Voices, Courtney Alev, Consumer Financial Advocate at Credit Karma chats with WWD’s Alexandra Pastore, Deputy Editor of Strategic Content Development, and Kanika Talwar, Business Reporter, to discuss the landscape of Millennials and Generation Z shoppers. Alev spoke about shopping trends for the holiday season and looking ahe…

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A Handbag Designer's Next Act 36:43

7M ago36:43

36:43

Emily Blumenthal, founder of Handbag Designer 101, The Handbag Awards, and all-around handbag industry connector, chats with WWD Voices host Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studio, about the business of bags. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Dick's Sporting Goods 17:08

7M ago17:08

17:08

In this special episode of WWD Voices hosted by FN, Emily Silver, chief marketing officer and chief athlete experience officer at Dick's Sporting Goods, chats with FN senior business editor Shoshy Ciment about the retailer's strategies for marketing this holiday season. In addition to her projections for consumer shopping trends in footwear and bey…

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Gap Inc. President & CEO on Reinventing an American Icon 24:48

7M ago24:48

24:48

In this panel discussion at WWD's Apparel & Retail Summit on October 29, Richard Dickson, Gap Inc. president and CEO talks with Booth Moore, WWD executive editor, west coast, about revitalizing the beloved brands under the Gap umbrella. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Catching Up With Coco Rocha 24:42

7M ago24:42

24:42

In this episode of WWD Voices, Coco Rocha, a legendary name in the modeling world, chats with WWD Executive Editor Arthur Zaczkiewicz to discuss her 20-year career. Rocha discussed her current ventures, shared her thoughts on the evolving fashion industry and gave an update on her advocacy work with young models. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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What Will Trump 2.0 Mean for the Fashion Industry? 18:59

8M ago18:59

18:59

We’ve seen this movie before. Or have we? Kate Nishimura of Sourcing Journal chats with Lauren Parker of Fairchild Studio on what a second Trump presidency might mean for apparel, footwear, textiles and retail when it comes to tariffs, trade and taxes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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P448 Adds Invasive Python Skins to its ‘Project Sustainability’ 33:40

8M ago33:40

33:40

Wayne Kulkin of StreetTrend LLC and P448's Sabrina Cohen and Lori Sigismondo chat with Fairchild Studio's Lauren Parker on how the Italian sneaker company is helping to restore the Florida Everglades' ecosystem by removing invasive Burmese Pythons for their skins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How One of Rothy's Top Execs Grows a Company Responsibly 27:15

8M ago27:15

27:15

Dayna Quanbeck, Rothy’s COO, CFO and president, chats with Footwear News' Nikara Johns about the company’s plans and how she juggles often competing responsibilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Fairchild Fashion Media

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Partner Spotlight with Ross Kramer, Listrak CEO & Allan Levy, Alchemy Worx CEO 30:26

8M ago30:26

30:26

In this edition of Innovation Unleashed, Listrak’s CEO, Ross Kramer, and Alchemy Worx CEO, Allan Levy, dive deep into the future of cross-channel digital marketing, emphasizing the power of testing, data unification, and segmentation. Allan shares insights on how his agency optimizes customer engagement through tailored email and SMS strategies, an…

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Fashion Steps Deeper into the Metaverse 18:26

8M ago18:26

18:26

WWD Voices host Arthur Zaczkiewicz welcomes Morgan Evans of Metaverse Studio Karta to discuss the transformative fusion of digital environments and traditional branding and the limitless opportunities the metaverse holds for industries from fashion to automotive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How a Perfect Hair Day Created a Billion Dollar Business 20:03

8M ago20:03

20:03

Carolyn Aronson, the Latina founder and CEO of It’s a 10 Haircare, chats with Lauren Parker of Fairchild Studio about transforming the hair of millions of women, and transforming herself (a former foster child and hairdresser) into a trailblazing billionaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Women in Power - Navigating the Intersection of Leadership and AI: A Journey in Innovation and Legacy 21:44

8M ago21:44

21:44

In this special episode of WWD Voices, Jenny B. Fine, editor in chief of Beauty Inc and executive editor, Beauty at WWD, interviews Jane Lauder, chief data officer and executive vice president, Enterprise Marketing at The Estée Lauder Companies, on the mainstage at the fourth annual WWD x FN X Beauty Inc Women in Power event in New York, on the int…

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The Home Front: A Market Update 16:59

9M ago16:59

16:59

In this episode of WWD Voices, Arthur Zaczkiewicz, executive editor of WWD, welcomes guest Tim Anderson, executive vice president of Hilco Valuation Services, who discusses the home goods sector, how it changed and what lies ahead in what he calls the "post-post-COVID" period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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