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In this Retail Technology Spotlight Series episode, John Mabe, Product Manager at Dematic, joins Omni Talk to break down the real applications of AI in warehouse operations—separating the hype from what's actually working today. From optimization algorithms to computer vision systems and LLM-powered insights, John explains the three distinct categories…

Watch the full video with AWS’s David Dorf here: https://youtu.be/NkgTVoNjDSM

Lidl's US Strategy: "As Global as Possible, As Local as Necessary" Joel Rampoldt, CEO of Lidl US, explains how Lidl differentiates itself in the competitive American grocery market while staying true to its European roots. In this segment from our Groceryshop 2025 interview, discover the strategic trade-offs that define Lidl's…

Lidl is the 4th Largest RETAILER in the World (Not Just Grocery) Joel Rampoldt, CEO of Lidl US, reveals the massive global scale behind the Lidl brand that many Americans may not realize. In this segment from our Groceryshop 2025 interview, discover the international retail powerhouse supporting Lidl's US expansion.…

Lidl US: 190 Stores Leading with Fresh, Not Cans and Boxes Joel Rampoldt, CEO of Lidl US, explains how the European discount grocery chain is differentiating itself in the American market through a fresh-forward approach. In this segment from our Groceryshop 2025 interview, discover Lidl's strategic footprint and unique positioning.…

Giant Eagle's 2026 Vision: Living "Because It Matters" Every Day Justin Weinstein, EVP and Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer at Giant Eagle, shares his strategic priorities for 2026 centered around the company's new brand positioning: "Because It Matters." In this segment from our Groceryshop 2025 interview, discover how Giant Eagle…

LEAP Retail Media Network: Giant Eagle's Customer-Back Approach Justin Weinstein, EVP and Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer at Giant Eagle, explains the company's retail media network strategy and why they named it LEAP. In this segment from our Groceryshop 2025 interview, discover how Giant Eagle is building retail media around…

Watch the full video with AWS’s David Dorf here: https://youtu.be/NkgTVoNjDSM

Celebrity Divorce: Nicole Kidman's Next Chapter Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are reportedly ending their 19-year marriage, and we're weighing in on who's more likely to jump back into the dating pool first. This candid conversation explores celebrity relationships, Hollywood friendships, and why Nicole Kidman doesn't need anyone. This isn't…

China's Bathroom Ad Strategy is INSANE Public toilets in China are now requiring people to scan QR codes and watch advertisements just to access toilet paper. This bizarre intersection of technology and necessity raises interesting questions about privacy, convenience, and how far advertising can go. This conversation explores the funny,…

Best Way to Get Around Las Vegas When you're in Las Vegas, should you take a taxi or an Uber? We break down the most practical transportation options in Vegas based on real experience at Groceryshop conference. Whether you're a Vegas regular or first-time visitor, Uber vs Taxi in Vegas:…

What is Dirty Soda? The TikTok Trend Explained Mountain Dew is launching Mountain Dew Dirty, a dirty cream soda targeting Gen Z consumers and capitalizing on the viral dirty soda trend. But what exactly IS dirty soda, and why is it taking over TikTok and expanding nationwide? From TikTok to…

DoorDash Restaurant Reservations: GAME CHANGER DoorDash is expanding beyond food delivery by adding restaurant reservation features with built-in incentives, and this retail analyst is all in. In this candid discussion, we explore why DoorDash has become an indispensable app and how these new features make it even more sticky. This…

Sprouts' Secret to Better Shopping Experience Sprouts Farmers Market is adding coffee shops to 20 new stores, and this retail strategy is absolutely brilliant. In this discussion, we explore why this move perfectly aligns with Sprouts' unique brand positioning and customer experience. This isn't just about adding coffee...it's about understanding…

Why Grocery Retail is IMPOSSIBLE to Disrupt Amazon's decision to close its Fresh stores in the UK raises serious questions about the retail giant's grocery ambitions. In this insightful discussion, we break down why grocery retail is incredibly difficult to crack and why Amazon may be struggling to compete against…

Costco's Early Morning Shopping: Game-Changing Move or Genius Revenue Play? Costco's executive early shopping hours (9-10 AM) are reshaping the warehouse club experience in ways nobody predicted. In this analysis from Grocery Shop 2025, we examine Placer.ai data revealing how this seemingly simple change is transforming Costco from a weekly…

ChatGPT Shopping: Trojan Horse or Retail Revolution? The retail industry faces a critical decision about AI shopping agents: block the bots or embrace them? In this candid discussion from Groceryshop 2025, we explore the biggest question facing brands and retailers as ChatGPT commerce threatens to "steamroll the classic ecom funnel"…

This week on the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, we're live from Grocery Shop Day 4 in Las Vegas diving into the biggest retail stories shaping the industry. OpenAI launches ChatGPT Instant Checkout with Etsy…

Watch the full video with AWS’s David Dorf here: https://youtu.be/NkgTVoNjDSM

This lightning round segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, covers the fun and quirky stories of the week! Topics include: • Mountain Dew's new "Dirty" cream soda targeting Gen Z and the dirty soda…

This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, explores DoorDash's launch of "Going Out"... adding restaurant reservations and in-store rewards to its app. Chris declares DoorDash the one app he couldn't live without and says…

This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, covers Sprouts Farmers Market's announcement to open 20 in-store Klatch Coffee cafes across Southern California. Anne explains why this move is perfectly aligned with Sprouts' destination shopping…