Videos

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From trick-or-treating as a kid to handing out candy last year, nothing beats wearing an authentic full-size Darth Vader suit. Do you still dress up for Halloween? 🎃👻 #Halloween #Cosplay #StarWarsTikTok #DarthVaderCosplay #Nostalgia #TrickOrTreating

Nerds Gummy Clusters and Joyride candy are top tier for kids this year, but what about the worst? 🛑 Black licorice and Good & Plenty are taking the heat! What’s the absolute worst candy to get in your bag? Let us know in the comments! 👇#Halloween #HalloweenCandy #TrickOrTreat #CandyDebate #BestCandy…

Watch the full video with Impinj’s Gagan Luthra here: https://youtu.be/bhlbo3CYbfA

Amazon is cutting hundreds of roles in its retail division—even after Q2 online net sales jumped 15%. Is revenue growth no longer tied to headcount growth in the era of AI?

Shoppers aren't just buying frivolous items on Prime Day—75% cited inflation as a key reason to shop, stock up on essentials, and manage their household budgets 🛒.

TikTok wants discovery, advice, and checkout to all happen in a single scroll. With agentic AI and one-click buying directly in the FYP, is TikTok about to revolutionize e-commerce? 💸

Tractor Supply opened a massive $200M distribution center in Idaho—complete with automated storage and an on-site AI innovation team. Is training every manager on "AI fundamentals" the future of warehouse work?

Walmart just launched 1-hour Express Pickup for the holidays, and it’s FREE for Walmart Plus members. Can fast local pickup beat Amazon for last-minute shopping?

Tried to avoid building IKEA furniture, but the alternative was way worse! 😅 Drop a comment with your absolute worst furniture assembly experience! 🍿👇

Ted Lasso might be great for morale, but would he make a good retail CEO? 😅 From having zero subject matter expertise to being a bit too happy, here's why Roy Kent might actually be the better choice to run operations. Who would you hire? Let us know in the…

Everyone knows the iconic Vangelis beach-running music, but how well-known is Chariots of Fire today? We break down whether this British classic still holds up in UK film history or if it’s been forgotten by younger generations! 🇬🇧👇

DoorDash calls it the "mall in your pocket," but do you really need a ski jacket delivered on-demand? 🧥 We discuss the pros, cons, and operational hurdles of apparel delivery.

How are grocers keeping up with changing SNAP product eligibility rules, and what does it mean for their stores and suppliers? In this 5 Insightful Minutes segment from GrocerTalk, host Ben Miller talks with Kevin Billings of Sifter Solutions about how retailers and CPG brands are adapting as product eligibility…

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It's the annual holiday debate: When is it officially acceptable to start playing Christmas music? Jenn Hahn shares how her household handles the transition from Halloween to Christmas, while Chris Walton weighs in on when retailers should start bringing out the holiday playlists. Is November fair game, or should everyone…

Shabby Chic is making a return to Target, but is the nostalgic home decor aesthetic ready for another moment in the spotlight? Chris Walton asks Jenn Hahn to buy or sell the comeback, and the conversation quickly turns into a discussion about personal style, floral patterns, and whether certain decorating…

What's the best Halloween costume you've ever worn, and do you still dress up as an adult? Jenn Hahn turns the tables on Chris Walton, prompting a trip down memory lane involving a particularly memorable costume, a family Halloween tradition, and some unforgettable reactions from the neighborhood. Watch the full…

Halloween is almost here, and Chris Walton wants to know which candies deserve a spot in the trick-or-treat bowl and which ones should be left on the shelf. Jenn Hahn shares her picks, including a few favorites from her kids' candy buckets, but Chris has some surprisingly strong opinions of…

Walmart is launching Express Pickup, allowing customers to place curbside orders through its app and pick them up in as little as one hour. The service is already available at 500 stores, with a nationwide rollout planned ahead of Thanksgiving, and Walmart+ members can use it at no additional fee.…

Tractor Supply has opened its 11th distribution center, an 865,000-square-foot, $200 million-plus facility in Nampa, Idaho. The location is its first to feature KNAPP automated storage and retrieval technology alongside a dedicated on-site AI Innovation Team, with approximately 500 full-time jobs and AI fundamentals training for every team leader. Could…

TikTok is launching an agentic AI shopping experience that combines a conversational Shopping Assistant with Buy Direct, a one-click checkout feature that lets users purchase directly from brands without leaving their For You feed. The AI assistant can answer questions about product details, sizing, shipping, and availability, bringing discovery, product…

Amazon is restructuring its Stores business, which oversees retail operations including Amazon.com and Whole Foods, in a move affecting hundreds of employees. The cuts come even as Amazon's online store sales grew 15% year over year in Q2, raising questions about how the company is balancing growth, efficiency, and its…