Talk Retail to Me

Experts from The Parker Avery Group and occasional guest speakers cover trending retail and consumer goods topics as well as operational basics and how they should evolve to address the continual transformation of our industry. The objective of these brief conversations is to give our audience realistic advice they can immediately employ to make their own operations more successful.

Talk Retail to Me is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 65 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Talk Retail to Me, a business show with 65 episodes published.

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  Episode #65

  NRF 2026: Key Shifts That Will Decide the Agentic Future

  Jan 14, 20266 minS0

  <p>From the floor at NRF 2026, Dan Wittner sits down with Freddy Guard from Snowflake to unpack what retail leaders are really talking about this year.</p> <p>It’s not just about AI—it’s about making AI real.</p> <p>In this episode of Talk Retail to Me, they cover:</p> Why “agentic commerce” has become the word of the show What retailers are learning about turning AI into real business impact Why data readiness is still the non-negotiable starting point How knowledge graphs and business context unlock smarter decisions What leading tech companies are signaling about the future of...

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  Episode #64

  What Wowed Us at NRF 2026 (with Helzberg and Zipline)

  Jan 14, 20269 minS0

  <p>From holograms and go-karts to voice tech and virtual reality, Day 2 at NRF 2026 offered no shortage of surprises—and even more insight into what truly matters in retail innovation. </p> <p>In this episode of Talk Retail to Me, we bring together three perspectives—a consultant (Dan Wittner from The Parker Avery Group), a retailer (Ryan Holm from Helzberg), and a solution provider (Dustin Sundy from Zipline)—to share what truly stood out on the show floor.  </p> <p>We talk about why “don’t lead with AI” became the smartest message at NRF, how retailers are using voice and transcription as...

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  Episode #63

  Retail’s AI Reality Check: Why Data and Adoption Drive Success

  Dec 17, 202520 minS0

  Episode Overview <p>In this episode of Talk Retail To Me, Parker Avery’s chief revenue officer, Dan Wittner, and Blue Yonder's head of global retail strategy, Jim Hull, discuss the evolving landscape of retail, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence, the importance of data quality, and the transformation of store models into fulfillment centers.</p> <p>They explore the challenges retailers face with labor and the need for dynamic data models to adapt to changing consumer demands. The conversation also highlights the upcoming NRF 2026 Big Show and the excitement surrounding innovations in the retail sector.</p> Key Takeaways AI is...

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  Episode #62

  Retail’s Data Reckoning: Your First Move in Transformation

  Jul 22, 202538 minS0

  Episode Overview <p>Retailers recognize the need to transform, but most are missing the crucial first step. In this episode of Talk Retail to Me, Parker Avery’s Dan Wittner joins Snowflake’s Freddy Guard for a candid discussion about one of the most underestimated barriers to retail innovation: disconnected, messy, and misgoverned retail data.</p> <p>Whether it’s launching AI initiatives, reshaping supply chains, or reimagining omnichannel experiences, true retail transformation begins with a solid data foundation. But legacy systems, siloed functions, and a lack of clear governance continue to block progress, even for Fortune 500 retailers.</p> <p>Dan and Fred...

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  Episode #61

  Retail’s Tariff Tension: What’s Next for Inventory, Pricing, and Supply Chain?

  Jun 4, 202533 minS0

  <p>As retailers gear up for the critical back-to-school and holiday seasons, new tariffs on Chinese imports—some as high as 145%—are causing significant disruptions in global supply chains. In this episode of Talk Retail to Me, Parker Avery’s CEO, Clay Parnell, is joined by the firm’s Chief Consulting Officer, Amanda Astrologo, and industry thought leader Walt Holbrook to discuss the current chaos driven by tariffs and how retailers can respond effectively.</p> <p>While recent reports indicate a sharp decline in shipments from China and soaring freight costs, the true challenge runs deeper: retail organizations must move from rea...

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