The Simpsons Index is an online spreadsheet that is also a podcast. Can you believe that we live in a world where there are over 700 episodes of The Simpsons? The downside of this wonderful reality is that some episodes aren’t as great as others. We here at The Simpsons Index have made it our mission to create a reliable guide to help people only watch the best episodes. …Or watch only bad episodes, whatever you like. On The Simpsons Index podcast, hosts Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway invi ...
…
continue reading
Simpsons Index Podcasts
Join private investors Mark Simpson, Bruce Packard, Roland Head and Maynard Paton as they discuss their shares, portfolios and the markets in a mix of healthy debates, lively conversations and in-depth discussions. And submit your questions for the hosts to answer! Maynard Paton has been stock-picking for 25-plus years and is a well-known private investor within the UK small- cap community. Significant influences on Maynard's investing style are the strategies of Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch ...
…
continue reading
The Voice of Retail is a weekly podcast hosted by retail pioneer, advisor and keynote speaker Michael LeBlanc and is produced in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada. Each and every week I interview the most interesting people in and around the retail industry, examining the key issues and strategies on the minds of thought leaders in Canada, the U.S. and around the world. © 2018-2025 M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. All Rights Reserved.
…
continue reading
1
Ep316 The Miseducation Of Lisa Simpson (Guests: Michael Swaim & Abe Epperson of Small Beans)
1:24:21
1:24:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:24:21Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Michael Swaim & Abe Epperson to review; S.31 E.12 “The Miseducation Of Lisa Simpson” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick …
…
continue reading
1
Martha McKimm of Hopson Grace & Shelley Simpson of Mud Australia on Craft, Curation and the Future of Retail Experience
35:23
35:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:23Recorded live in person at Hopson Grace in Toronto, this inspiring episode of The Voice of Retail features host Michael LeBlanc sitting down with two leaders who are shaping the intersection of craftsmanship, culture, and commerce: Martha McKimm, Co-Founder of Hopson Grace, and Shelley Simpson, Founder of Mud Australia. Together, they unpack the ar…
…
continue reading
1
Inside EY’s Latest Future Consumer Index Report: Malin Andrée and Jon Copestake on AI, Sustainability and Store Reinvention
32:01
32:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:01In this insightful episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes Malin Andrée, EY Global, EMEIA and Nordics Retail Leader, and Jon Copestake, EY Global Consumer Senior Analyst, to unpack the latest findings from EY’s Future Consumer Index—a global study tracking the shifting habits and expectations of 20,000 consumers across…
…
continue reading
1
Global Design Visionary Jean-Pierre Lacroix, President of SLD, on His New Book "Think Blink: Creating Deep, Lasting Emotional Brand Connections in the Blink of an Eye
29:16
29:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:16In this compelling new episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Jean-Pierre Lacroix, President of SLD (Shikatani Lacroix Design)—a global design visionary whose work has shaped retail and brand experiences for more than three decades. Lacroix joins the podcast to share insights from his groundbreaking new book, Think Blin…
…
continue reading
1
Ep315 Mother And Child Reunion (Guest: David Cooper)
58:15
58:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:15Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by David Cooper to review; S.32 E.20 “Mother And Child Reunion” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Teresa // Dav…
…
continue reading
1
Marketing at the Speed of Disruption: Rob Garf VP Industry Strategy at Cordial on Data, Trust, and the Digital Experience in an AI-Driven Retail World
34:17
34:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:17In this must-listen episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes back Rob Garf, now VP and Head of Industry Strategy at Cordial, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping marketing, consumer engagement, and the future of retail personalization. A longtime retail strategist and thought leader, Garf brings decades of experi…
…
continue reading
1
Chris Parsons, VP Partner Growth & Marketing at Hale and Author of Retail Rewired: How Modern Retail Leaders Drive Growth and Reinvention on The Four Pillars of Retail Leadership
33:01
33:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:01In this episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Chris Parsons, VP Partner Growth & Marketing at Hale Performance Marketing and author of the new book Retail Rewired: How Modern Retail Leaders Drive Growth and Reinvention, for a compelling conversation about the future of retail leadership, customer experience, and loyalt…
…
continue reading
1
Retail’s Sustainability Roadmap with Michael Zabaneh, Vice-President, Sustainability, Retail Council of Canada
32:02
32:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:02In this episode of The Voice of Retail Podcast, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Michael Zabaneh, Vice President, Sustainability at the Retail Council of Canada, for an in-depth discussion on the future of sustainability in Canadian retail. With over 15 years of experience spanning global recycling ventures, luxury brands, and corporate advocacy…
…
continue reading
1
Ep314 The Tipping Point (Guest: Dennis Perkins)
1:12:12
1:12:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:12Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Dennis “The Wildcard” Perkins to review; S.35 E.17 “The Tipping Point” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Ter…
…
continue reading
1
Leadership Lessons and Luxury Retail Insights with Sebastian Picardo, President & CEO of Holt Renfrew
35:02
35:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:02In this episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc sits down in person with Sebastian Picardo, President & CEO of Holt Renfrew, to explore the evolution of luxury retail in Canada and the global forces shaping the industry. Sebastian begins by sharing his personal journey from Buenos Aires to London, where he launched his luxury c…
…
continue reading
1
Ep313 D’oh Canada (Guests: Springfield Googolplex)
1:34:57
1:34:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:34:57Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Adam Schoales & Nate Storring of the Springfield Googolplex podcast to review; S.30 E.21 “D’oh Canada” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 //…
…
continue reading
1
The Gift of Store Traffic with Mark Ryski, Founder & CEO, HeadCount
27:26
27:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:26In this episode of The Voice of Retail, Michael LeBlanc sits down with Mark Ryski, Founder & CEO of HeadCount and three-time retail author, to explore why store traffic remains one of the most underutilized and misunderstood metrics in modern retail. With over two decades of experience pioneering traffic and conversion analytics, Mark shares insigh…
…
continue reading
1
Ep312 Meat Is Murder (Guest: Tommy Dassalo)
1:14:45
1:14:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:14:45Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Tommy Dassalo to review S.33 E.21 “Meat Is Murder” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Teresa // David James Y…
…
continue reading
1
Preparing for AI Agents and Consumer Shifts with Fawad Baig, Fawad Baig, Retail Industry Leader for Canada, Accenture
29:00
29:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:00In this dynamic episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes Fawad Baig, Retail Industry Lead, Accenture Canada, to unpack Accenture’s latest global consumer report: Me, My Brand, and AI. With insights drawn from over 18,000 respondents worldwide, including Canadians, this research sheds light on how uncertainty and generative AI a…
…
continue reading
1
Ep311 Bart’s Birthday (Guests: Tempest & Pete Quinnell)
1:22:16
1:22:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:22:16Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Pete Quinnell & Tempest to review; S.36 E.1 “Bart’s Birthday” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Teresa // Da…
…
continue reading
1
David Ian Gray, Retail Strategist Breaks Down Angus Reid Research on the Mainstreaming of Second-Hand Shopping in Canada
33:23
33:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:23In this episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes back retail strategist, educator, and thought leader David Ian Gray, Principal of DIG360 Consulting Ltd. and retail faculty at Capilano University’s School of Business. Together, they explore the latest Angus Reid survey on Canadian shopping habits and the rapidly evolvin…
…
continue reading
1
Ep310 Girls Just Shauna Have Fun (Guests: Ashley & Diana)
1:21:54
1:21:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:21:54Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Ashley Frost & Diana Green (aka Freezer) to review; S.33 E.19 “Girls Just Shauna Have Fun” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis //…
…
continue reading
1
Carson’s Garden & Market: How Carson Arthur Turned a Media Brand into a Retail Destination (Encore)
27:17
27:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:17On this encore episode Michael LeBlanc welcomes Carson Arthur, media personality and independent retailer, and the founder of Carson’s Garden & Market in Prince Edward County. Carson’s career journey is anything but traditional—moving from launching brands at Procter & Gamble, to building a television career as a design and gardening expert, and no…
…
continue reading
1
Cameron Conn, CEO of Champlain Apparel, on Winning with Retail Partnerships: RCC Retail West Sneak Peek
29:21
29:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:21In this captivating episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Cameron Conn, CEO of Champlain Apparel, to explore an extraordinary career journey that spans Las Vegas casinos, tech startups, and Canada’s emerging entry-level luxury menswear scene. Raised in a third-generation casino family, Cameron’s early career in hospita…
…
continue reading
1
Ep309 The Incredible Lightness Of Being A Baby (Guest: Josh Earl)
50:12
50:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:12Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Josh Earl to review; S.31 E.18 “The Incredible Lightness Of Being A Baby” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // …
…
continue reading
1
Retail Ready: Liza Amlani’s Essential Guide to Merchandising, Markdown Strategy & Wholesale Growth (Encore)
35:08
35:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:08Retail success isn't just about having a fantastic product—it's about understanding the business of selling. On this special encore episode of The Voice of Retail, I welcome Liza Amlani, renowned retail strategist and co-author of The Whole Sale: Profitable Wholesale Strategies for Brands. Liza shares insider insights from her 20+ years in buying, …
…
continue reading
1
Retail Strategist Carl Boutet and his latest book "Blind Spot: Navigating the Unseen Effects of Technology on Commerce" (Encore)
39:45
39:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:45On this Encore episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc speaks with retail strategist, professor, and author Carl Boutet about his journey in academia and his latest book, Blind Spot: Navigating the Unforeseen Effects of Technology on Commerce. Carl discusses his evolving role in retail education, including his work at McGill University…
…
continue reading
1
Ep308 Yokel Hero (Guest: Dando from Four Finger Discount)
1:10:44
1:10:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:10:44Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Brendan Dando of Four Finger Discount to review; S.32 E.14 “Yokel Hero” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Te…
…
continue reading
1
Chris Jones, Cannabis Xpress CEO, on Disruption, Differentiation & the Future of Cannabis Retail
30:42
30:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:42In this episode of The Voice of Retail, I’m thrilled to welcome back Chris Jones, Founder and CEO of Cannabis Xpress, for his third appearance on the show. Chris offers an insider’s view of the fast-changing cannabis retail landscape in Canada. Since we last spoke, Cannabis Xpress has grown to 21 stores—14 in Ontario and 7 in New Brunswick—becoming…
…
continue reading
1
Ep307 The Simpsons Movie (Guests: Alexei Toliopoulos & David Molloy)
1:43:17
1:43:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:43:17Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Alexei Toliopoulos & David Molloy to review; “The Simpsons Movie” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Nick Sultana // Teresa /…
…
continue reading
1
Beyond Satisfaction: Unlocking What Drives Consumers in 2025 with Simone Lumsden, SVP, Triangle Customer Loyalty and Triangle Retail Media at Canadian Tire, and Sandra Duff, Founder of AnotherStory Consulting ...
25:15
25:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:15In this special live episode of The Voice of Retail, recorded at RCC STORE 2025, I sit down with two retail thought leaders: Simone Lumsden, Senior Vice-President, Triangle Customer Loyalty and Triangle Retail Media, Canadian Tire Corporation, and Sandra Duff, Founder and Principal at Another Story Consulting. Together, we explore what it takes to …
…
continue reading
1
Ep306 Boyz N The Highlands (Guests: Community Noticeboard)
1:00:30
1:00:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:30Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Jamie Kirk & Drew Bensley of Community Noticeboard to review S.33 E.13 “Boyz N The Highlands” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis…
…
continue reading
1
Talent, Strategy, and Story Telling: James B. Smith, CEO of Rare Placement, on Finding—and Becoming—the Right Retail Leader
30:55
30:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:55In this episode of The Voice of Retail, I’m joined by James B. Smith, Founder and CEO of Rare Placement, for a wide-ranging conversation on modern leadership, executive search, and the future of talent in the retail industry. James brings an exceptional career journey to the mic, beginning in advertising with agencies like Grey and Ogilvy, moving i…
…
continue reading
1
Ep305 Three Dreams Denied (Guests: Jackson Baly & Joel Duscher)
1:19:26
1:19:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:19:26Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Jackson Baly & Joel Duscher to review S.32 E.7 “Three Dreams Denied” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David James…
…
continue reading
1
Ep304 The 11th Treehouse Of Horror-thon! V & XXXIV (Guests: Worst Episode Ever)
1:53:01
1:53:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:53:01Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Jack Picone & Dan Mulhall from Worst Episode Ever to review; S.6 E.6 “Treehouse Of Horror V” S.35 E.5 Treehouse Of Horror XXXIV” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar /…
…
continue reading
1
Live from SMU in Dallas, Texas, Steve Dennis & Leaders Leap, Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption (Encore Episode)
39:45
39:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:45In this special encore episode of The Voice of Retail, recorded live at the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, host Michael LeBlanc is joined by longtime Remarkable Retail #podcast collaborator and retail thought leader Steve Dennis to celebrate the launch of Steve’s latest book, Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Compa…
…
continue reading
1
Jim Okamura, Partner at McMillan Doolittle on what is now, new and the future of local and global retail commerce live from the CommerceNext Growth Show
28:57
28:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:57In this must-listen episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc is joined by seasoned retail strategist Jim Okamura, Partner at McMillan Doolittle and Co-Founder of the Global E-commerce Leaders Forum (GELF). Recorded live at the CommerceNext show in New York City, the two Canadians delve deeply into the current and future state of retail,…
…
continue reading
1
Ep303 Frinkenstein’s Monster (Guest: Rosie Delaney)
52:58
52:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:58Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Rosie Delaney to review; S.35 E.11 “Frinkenstein’s Monster” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David James Young //…
…
continue reading
1
Sharon Gai, AI Strategist, on Personalization, Blind Boxes & Retail 2.0
29:49
29:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:49In this powerhouse episode of The Voice of Retail, I sit down with Sharon Gai, an international keynote speaker, AI expert, former Alibaba executive, and recent keynote speaker on the stage at the Retail Council of Canada's STORE2025, for an illuminating conversation on the future of retail in the age of artificial intelligence. Joining from São Pa…
…
continue reading
1
Ep302 Barts In Jail! & The Longest Marge (Guests: BT, Phil & Jimmy)
1:29:34
1:29:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:29:34Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Philip Wolf & Jimmy Mac to review; S.33 E.2 “Bart’s In Jail!” S.33 E.11 “The Longest Marge” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis /…
…
continue reading
1
Vancouver's Innovative Retail Crime Fighting Solution, Project Barcode, with Sgt. Craig Reynolds & Arezo Zarrabian, Vancouver Police Department (Encore)
42:40
42:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:40In this encore episode of The Voice of Retail from January 2025, I’m joined by Sergeant Craig Reynolds and Arezo Zarrabian, Senior Crime Analyst at the Vancouver Police Department, for an exclusive look inside Project Barcode—a pioneering effort to combat organized retail crime in Vancouver. Sparked by a staggering 260% increase in retail theft inv…
…
continue reading
1
Ep301 Night Of The Living Wage (Guest: Maddie Dockrill)
49:51
49:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:51Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Maddie Dockrill to review; S.35 E.14 “Night Of The Living Wage” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David James Youn…
…
continue reading
1
Ep300 The Longest Daycare, No Good Read Goes Unpunished & The Fool Monty (Guests: BT, Danny, Clare & Jordan)
3:01:27
3:01:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
3:01:27Elliot Jay O’Neill is joined by BT Calloway, Danny Rosewell, Clare RR & Jordan Frost to review; Simpsons Short “The Longest Daycare” S.29 E.15 “No Good Read Goes Unpunished” S.22 E.6 “The Fool Monty” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // …
…
continue reading
1
Peter Hlynsky, CEO of MEC: The Epic Journey Home - How Canada's Iconic Outdoor Retailer Reclaimed Its Heritage and Charts New Trails
31:39
31:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:39In this exclusive interview, I chat with Peter Hlynsky, CEO of MEC (Mountain Equipment Company), one of Canada's most iconic outdoor retailers. Peter shares his remarkable journey from CFO to CEO over five years at MEC, detailing his passion for the outdoors that initially drew him to the company rather than retail specifically. MEC's origin story …
…
continue reading
1
Ep299 Pin Gal & Cremains Of The Day (Guest: TheRealJims)
2:05:27
2:05:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:05:27Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by TheRealJims to review; S.34 E.17 “Pin Gal” S.35 E.15 “Cremains Of The Day” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David…
…
continue reading
1
Human Pride: Optimizing Your Human Potential in a Digital Job Market with bestselling author and veteran front-line retail executive Ron Thurston
34:21
34:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:21In this energizing and thought-provoking episode, I welcome back Ron Thurston, bestselling author, veteran retail executive, and passionate advocate for the frontline retail workforce. With the launch of his second book, Human Pride: Optimizing Your Human Potential in a Digital Job Market, Ron brings a refreshing, people-centric perspective to lead…
…
continue reading
1
Jenn Harper, Retail Council Canada's 2025 Independent Independent Retail Ambassador of the Year on Taking Cheekbone Beauty from Startup Dream to Indigenous Beauty Revolution
28:21
28:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:21In this episode, Jenn Harper, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics and 2025 recipient of Retail Council Canada's Independent Retail Ambassador of the Year award, joins me on the mic. Our inspiring conversation explores Jenn's remarkable journey from food industry sales to building a nationally recognized Indigenous beauty brand now availab…
…
continue reading
1
Ep298 Do Pizza Bots Dream Of Electric Guitars & Panic On The Streets Of Springfield (Guests: Hottest 100s & 1000s & Jack R Reilly)
2:12:36
2:12:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:12:36Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by David James Young, Adam Buncher, Nathan Harrison, & Jack R Reilly to review; S.32 E.15 “Do Pizza Bots Dream Of Electric Guitars” S.32 E.19 “Panic On The Streets Of Springfield” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf…
…
continue reading
1
RCC STORE2025 Keynote Speaker Karl Haller, Consumer Center of Competency (CoC) Leader from IBM on The AI-Powered Retail Enterprise
22:01
22:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:01In this exclusive episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc interviews Karl Haller, Partner at IBM Consulting and leader of their retail and consumer products center of competency, ahead of his highly anticipated keynote presentation at Retail Council of Canada's STORE2025 conference on June 3rd. With nearly 30 years of retail ex…
…
continue reading
1
Beyond the Tariff Headlines: STORE2025 Opening Keynote Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist for Deloitte Prepares Canadian Retailers for Economic Change
23:31
23:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:31In this timely episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes back frequent guest and audience favorite Ira Kalish, Chief Global and US Economist for Deloitte, who is set to deliver the opening keynote address at Retail Council of Canada's STORE2025 conference on June 3rd. This conversation offers listeners a valuable preview of the …
…
continue reading
1
Ep297 One Angry Lisa & Hostile Kirk Place (Guest: Mia Moore)
1:23:49
1:23:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:23:49Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Mia Moore to review; S.34 E.2 “One Angry Lisa” S.34 E.16 “Hostile Kirk Place” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // Da…
…
continue reading
1
ENCORE: Technology in the Service of The Customer with Michon Williams, Chief Technology Officer, Walmart Canada
28:11
28:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:11🎧 Encore Episode Alert! Revisit one of our most popular conversations from Fall 2024 as I sit down with Michon Williams, Chief Technology Officer at Walmart Canada, for a wide-ranging discussion on leading technology innovation in Canada’s largest retail landscape. Recorded live at Walmart Canada headquarters, Michelle shares her career journey—fro…
…
continue reading
1
Ep296 I, Carumbus (Guest: David Molloy)
1:02:45
1:02:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:45Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by David Molloy to review; S.32 E.2 “I, Carumbus” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David James Young You too can bec…
…
continue reading
1
SophieGrace Founder Emma May on Tariffs, Tailoring, and Building a Community-First Brand
29:50
29:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:50In this compelling episode of The Voice of Retail, I sit down again and catch up with Emma May, Founder of SophieGrace, a Calgary-based fashion brand transforming professional womenswear with modular, machine-washable designs. With a diverse background spanning law, politics, and real estate, Emma shares the origin story of SophieGrace, born from h…
…
continue reading
1
Ep295 Clown V. Board Of Education (Guest: Ryan Duncan)
1:08:15
1:08:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:15Elliot Jay O’Neill & BT Calloway are joined by Ryan Duncan to review; S.34 E.21 “Clown V. Board Of Education” This is a Side Quest Studios Production Huge THANK YOU to our Heroes over at Patreon Grant Prusi // 16_oz_mouse // Philip Wolf // Timothy Burleson // Stephanie // Chris Tar // AlmightyK // Kaleb982 // nickibis // Teresa // David James Young…
…
continue reading