The Modern Retail Podcast is a podcast about all the ways the retail industry is changing and modernizing. Every Saturday, senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels break down the latest retail headlines and interview executives about what it takes to keep up in today’s retail landscape, diving deep into growth strategies, brand autopsies, economic changes and more

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The Modern Retail Podcast is a podcast about all the ways the retail industry is changing and modernizing. Every Saturday, senior reporters Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels break down the latest retail headlines and interview executives about what it takes to keep up in today’s retail landscape, diving deep into growth strategies, brand autopsies, economic changes and more
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Recent Episodes

June 13, 2026
Why the World Cup is a make or break moment for retail this summer
In this interview, Modern Retail's Gabriela Barkho and Anna Hensel explore how the World Cup presents a critical test for consumer resilience and retail marketing strategies.

June 6, 2026
The next era of Pride Month marketing
Melissa Daniels interviews LGBTQ+ marketing specialists Matt Tumminello and Matt Wagner on how brands earn authentic trust with LGBTQ+ consumers beyond seasonal campaigns.

May 30, 2026
Pacsun's CEO on how the brand cracked its Gen Z strategy
Pacsun CEO Brie Olson shares how the brand's Gen Z strategy, driven by co-creation and digital engagement, revitalizes its connection with young consumers.
547 total episodes available with 187 transcripts
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Brie Olson
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Mitchell Parton
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Lawrence Longo
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