Omni Talk Retail

Omni Talk Retail

Omni Talk Retail provides news, analysis, and commentary on the latest trends and issues in the retail industry. The podcast regularly features industry experts, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, as well as retail thought leaders who all share their insights and perspectives on the latest developments in retail.

Recent Episodes

Retail Daily Minute | Walmart Goes All-In on GLP-1 Support, Aldi Pilots New Global Store Format & Uber Eats Launches In-App Returns
April 19, 2026

Retail Daily Minute | Walmart Goes All-In on GLP-1 Support, Aldi Pilots New Global Store Format & Uber Eats Launches In-App Returns

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Duvo and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute, Omni Talk's Chris Walton discusses: Walmart expands its Better Care Services platform with five new virtual care and n...
Lightning Round: DoorDash Confessions, Little House Reboot & Team Alex Debate | Fast Five Shorts
April 18, 2026

Lightning Round: DoorDash Confessions, Little House Reboot & Team Alex Debate | Fast Five Shorts

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with rapid-fire questions on pop culture, personal stories, and unexpected hot takes. Chris Walton, Jennifer Meyers, and John Benson debate Team Alex...
Can Old Navy Disrupt Athleisure? | Fast Five Shorts
April 18, 2026

Can Old Navy Disrupt Athleisure? | Fast Five Shorts

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores reports that Old Navy may launch a new standalone concept called Old Navy Sport focused on affordable activewear. Chris Walton, Jennifer Meyers, and John Benson debate whether ...
Could Dollar General’s AI Ads Change Retail Forever? | Fast Five Shorts
April 18, 2026

Could Dollar General’s AI Ads Change Retail Forever? | Fast Five Shorts

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Dollar General’s rollout of AI-powered in-store audio advertising to thousands of locations nationwide. Chris Walton, Jennifer Meyers, and John Benson discuss whether in-store ...
Burger King Goes On A 60,000-person Hiring Spree | Fast Five Shorts
April 18, 2026

Burger King Goes On A 60,000-person Hiring Spree | Fast Five Shorts

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Burger King’s nationwide hiring push and the momentum behind its Reclaim the Flame turnaround plan. Chris Walton, Jennifer Meyers, and John Benson discuss how leadership, remod...
Starbucks’ Bet On The Third Place  | Fast Five Shorts
April 18, 2026

Starbucks’ Bet On The Third Place | Fast Five Shorts

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Starbucks’ latest turnaround moves, including new store designs, employee bonuses, expanded tipping, and weekly pay. Chris Walton, Jennifer Meyers, and John Benson analyze whet...