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Retail Gets Real

National Retail Federation

Retail impacts everyone, every day, everywhere. Join the National Retail Federation for authentic, insightful conversations with the industry's most interesting people. Hear retail executive...

Episodes

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422. Wayfair’s Fiona Tan on innovation and leadership

Technology is transforming how consumers shop, but the most exciting innovations aren't just about making things faster or easier; they're a...

18:41Oct 20, 2026

421. How Nuuly is shaping the future of fashion rental

Fashion rental is changing how consumers think about their closets, and Nuuly has been helping shape that shift since launching in 2019. Kim...

28:18Oct 6, 2026

420. Inside this year’s Halloween spending trends

Halloween is no longer just one spooky night in October. NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights Allison Zeller joins Retail Ge...

21:25Sep 23, 2026

419. Inside Target's approach to brand collaborations

Creative collaborations have become a powerful and fresh way to connect with consumers, but the most successful partnerships are about far m...

27:37Jul 28, 2026

418. How Hanna Andersson built a brand families trust

Hanna Andersson has spent decades building a reputation for quality children's apparel that families trust and pass down from generation to...

25:29Jun 30, 2026

417. The evolution of outlet shopping in a changing retail landscape

Outlet shopping has come a long way from its origins as a place for manufacturers to sell excess inventory. Today, consumers are looking for...

25:39Jun 17, 2026

416. Inside Stanley 1913’s evolution from utility to lifestyle

What started as a rugged utility product built for workers and outdoor enthusiasts has evolved into one of the most recognizable lifestyle b...

24:58Jun 2, 2026

415. Why retail remains stronger than headlines suggest

Retail sales remain strong, consumers are still spending and yet economic anxiety continues to dominate headlines. NRF Chief Economist Mark...

18:00May 19, 2026

414. Building the future of digital commerce at Lowe’s

Digital transformation in retail is no longer optional, and few leaders have had a front-row seat to its evolution quite like Joseph Cano, s...

29:16May 5, 2026

413. Leading Carhartt through growth, culture and change

From a wholesale-only business to a multi-channel global brand, Carhartt has expanded its reach without losing sight of who it serves: hardw...

27:45Apr 21, 2026

412. How Brieane Olson is shaping the future of youth retail at Pacsun

Brieane Olson has spent nearly two decades helping reshape Pacsun. She joins Retail Gets Real to share what it takes to evolve a legacy reta...

30:15Apr 7, 2026

411. Redefining JCPenney for today’s customer

Retail is evolving at an incredible pace, but at its core, it still comes down to people. Michelle Wlazlo, brand CEO of JCPenney, joins Reta...

26:49Mar 24, 2026

410. Inside the art of experiential retail at Hershey’s

Retail stores remain powerful spaces for storytelling, connection and cultural relevance. José Raul Padron, design lead for the Hershey Expe...

24:15Mar 17, 2026

409. Inside REI’s strategy for trust, community, and growth

Leadership in retail today requires balancing innovation, culture and purpose. Mary Beth Laughton, president and CEO of REI Co-op, joins thi...

30:05Mar 10, 2026

408. How Coach puts the consumer at the center of brand growth

At a time when retail is being reshaped by technology, generational shifts and changing expectations around authenticity, understanding the...

27:21Mar 3, 2026

407. Inside Sweetwater’s people-first approach to retail innovation

As retail continues to evolve at the intersection of technology and human connection, Jason Johnson, CIO of Sweetwater Sound, offers a compe...

34:12Feb 24, 2026

406. The rise of smart retail merchandising

Technology is reshaping the in-store experience, and Jake Neiman is helping retailers bring digital innovation into the physical world. The...

22:09Feb 17, 2026

405. The cultural forces shaping tomorrow’s consumer

Cassandra Napoli, head of marketing, events and culture forecasting at WGSN, returns to Retail Gets Real to explore what is changing in cult...

32:53Feb 10, 2026

404. How Taco Bell uses digital innovation to highlight human connection

Known for its bold brand, devoted fans and culture of innovation, Taco Bell continues to push the boundaries of what modern retail can be, b...

27:17Feb 3, 2026

403. Building a people-first culture in modern retail with Ulta Beauty

Retail is an industry built on people, emotion and constant reinvention, and few leaders embody that reality more fully than Ulta Beauty Pre...

28:17Jan 27, 2026