The Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast is your weekly dose of retail industry insights and trends in a quick and digestible format. Hosted by industry expert, Chris Walton, this podcast delivers the top five news stories each week that are shaping the digital and physical retail landscape. Each episode breaks down the most important developments in retail, from the latest innovations in technology to consumer behavior shifts, emerging market trends, and beyond. Whether you're a retail executive, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the world of retail, the OmniTalk Retail Fast Five has got you covered.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 3:09
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 28, 2026 · 7:06
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 28, 2026 · 4:59
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 28, 2026 · 5:19
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 28, 2026 · 4:24
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 28, 2026 · 4:35
This week we come to you live from Las Vegas at Groceryshop 2026. Omni Talk contributor and the host of GrocerTalk, Ben Miller, joins me for this week's Fast Five, recorded right…
Sep 23, 2026 · 43:48
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton is joined…
Sep 21, 2026 · 5:00
It’s lightning round time, and Chris Walton and guest host Josh Hahn tackle some of life's most pressing questions, from choosing whether Sports Authority or Meijer prepared Josh…
Sep 21, 2026 · 8:01
Kroger has trimmed its full-year same-store sales outlook even as digital e-commerce and retail media continue to see strong double-digit growth. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn…
Sep 21, 2026 · 8:31
SKIMS has teamed up with DoorDash for its first-ever on-demand delivery partnership, making thousands of styles available from select U.S. stores in under an hour. Chris Walton…
Sep 21, 2026 · 5:04
Amazon has significantly expanded its Prime Video shopping features, growing its "Shop the Show" tool from 1,300 titles to more than 8,000 while adding new visual search…
Sep 21, 2026 · 5:28
Macy’s has posted its fifth consecutive quarter of comparable-sales growth, beating Wall Street estimates and raising its full-year guidance as CEO Tony Spring's turnaround…
Sep 21, 2026 · 9:02
Walmart has added Papa Johns to Walmart Express Delivery, making it the first national restaurant brand fulfilled entirely from locations outside of Walmart stores. Chris Walton…
Sep 16, 2026 · 51:11
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton is joined…
Sep 14, 2026 · 3:38
It’s lightning round time, and Chris Walton and Shelley Huff are making some very important decisions, from their Super Bowl picks to choosing between Genie and Samantha and…
Sep 14, 2026 · 5:11
Sprouts has named Nick Konat as its next CEO, with the leadership transition set to take effect in January 2027. Chris Walton and Shelley Huff discuss what Konat should focus on…
Sep 14, 2026 · 5:00
Sephora is testing monthly exclusive product drops on TikTok Shop, giving the beauty retailer another way to create demand and build community around new products. Chris Walton…
Sep 14, 2026 · 5:08
Costco has quietly shut down Costco Next, its member-only online marketplace that connected shoppers with products from outside brands. Chris Walton and Shelley Huff discuss why…
Sep 14, 2026 · 7:15
Ulta is facing backlash over its use of Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader technology, raising bigger questions about transparency, communication, and how retailers…
Sep 14, 2026 · 4:56
Amazon is bringing back its digital grocery pop-up for Labor Day, but the bigger question is what these short-term grocery pushes actually accomplish for the retailer. Chris…
Sep 9, 2026 · 40:53
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Shelley Huff is back…
Sep 7, 2026 · 3:36
Chris Walton and Ben Miller put Michael Prendergast and Ken Davidson on the Fast Five lightning round hot seat, covering everything from Super Bowl predictions and favorite types…
Sep 7, 2026 · 4:54
Amazon is reportedly exploring Project Tetromino, an internal initiative aimed at building fully automated delivery stations and bringing even more robotics into the last mile.…
Sep 7, 2026 · 7:06
Stripe believes the traditional online checkout page is on its way out as AI agents and agentic commerce begin to reshape how consumers shop. Michael Prendergast, Ken Davidson,…
Sep 7, 2026 · 6:19
Sur La Table has entered the resale game with Second Servings, a new peer-to-peer marketplace for kitchenware, home goods, and dining products. The Fast Five crew debates whether…
Sep 7, 2026 · 10:46
Target is launching Target Beauty Studio with more than 1,600 products from 90 brands, including more than two-thirds that are brand new to Target. But can this new beauty…
Sep 7, 2026 · 9:58
Walmart is expanding its restaurant delivery ambitions beyond the Subway locations inside its stores, and the Fast Five crew thinks this could become much more than just a…
Sep 2, 2026 · 1:00:13
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton was joined…
Aug 31, 2026 · 6:02
Chris Walton puts Joe Laszlo, Head of Content & Insights, U.S. at Shoptalk, in the Fast Five lightning round, covering everything from the great pineapple-on-pizza debate and…
Aug 31, 2026 · 5:01
Ann Taylor is making a major push to reinvent its brand through Substack, storytelling, and a new fall fashion blitz. Chris Walton and Joe Laszlo, Head of Content & Insights,…
Aug 31, 2026 · 6:38
California Pizza Kitchen wants to put its pizzas in a lot more places, with plans to expand its automated kiosk business to 1,000 locations. Chris Walton and Joe Laszlo, Head of…
Aug 31, 2026 · 5:40
J.C. Penney is taking aim at the off-price retail market, but Chris Walton and Joe Laszlo aren't convinced the strategy is necessarily the right move. Joe Laszlo, Head of Content…
Aug 31, 2026 · 5:06
Home Depot is taking same-day delivery nationwide with a new promise to get orders to customers in as little as three hours. Chris Walton and Joe Laszlo, Head of Content &…
Aug 31, 2026 · 5:50
Target is showing signs of improvement, but is the retailer actually turning the corner? Chris Walton is joined by Joe Laszlo, Head of Content & Insights, U.S. at Shoptalk, to…
Aug 26, 2026 · 43:07
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton was joined…
Aug 24, 2026 · 5:43
Chris Walton puts Jenn Hahn in the Fast Five lightning round, covering everything from Stella Lefty and back-to-school shopping to Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies, fantasy football…
Aug 24, 2026 · 5:31
TikTok Shop is reportedly testing a paid Shop Plus membership that could offer free shipping, discounts, and coupons as the platform looks to keep shoppers from leaving for…
Aug 24, 2026 · 5:16
Amazon says more than 350 million shoppers have used Alexa for shopping over the past year, with active users nearly doubling and customer interactions increasing fivefold. Chris…
Aug 24, 2026 · 5:19
Ahold Delhaize USA is expanding its Savings Station discount kiosks to every Giant Food location, giving shoppers a physical way to access digital coupons, personalized offers,…
Aug 24, 2026 · 7:22
Best Buy’s incoming CEO says the retailer’s path to growth starts with smaller-format stores that can reach markets its traditional big-box locations cannot. Chris Walton and…
Aug 24, 2026 · 6:55
Kroger has named Nate Faust, a former Walmart and Jet.com executive, as its first chief e-commerce officer, creating a new leadership role focused exclusively on its digital…
Aug 19, 2026 · 57:39
In this week's OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton was joined…
Aug 3, 2026 · 5:15
Chris Walton puts Josh Hahn in the Fast Five lightning round, covering everything from National Tequila Day and Shark Week to John Cena's hair transplants, America's best…
Aug 3, 2026 · 7:38
Albertsons is restructuring its business through its new ACI Edge initiative while lowering its financial outlook for the year. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn discuss whether…
Aug 3, 2026 · 5:01
Hy-Vee has rolled out 30-minute pickup and delivery across all of its stores with its new "Get It Faster" service. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn debate whether ultra-fast grocery…
Aug 3, 2026 · 6:50
U.S. grocery unit sales declined for the fifth consecutive month, raising new questions about the long-term health of the grocery industry. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn discuss…
Aug 3, 2026 · 4:35
David's Bridal has launched a new outlet shop-in-shop concept, combining discounted dresses with its traditional bridal shopping experience. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn debate…
Aug 3, 2026 · 4:31
Gap Inc. is expanding its creator affiliate program to employees across Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta, allowing staff to earn commissions by becoming brand…
Jul 29, 2026 · 48:05
In this week's OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton was joined…
Jul 27, 2026 · 4:18
This week's Fast Five Lightning Round covers everything from Lionel Messi's World Cup legacy and National Ice Cream Day to the Avengers: Doomsday trailer and unexpected alien…
Jul 27, 2026 · 7:01
Marc Lore says Wonder is preparing to go public after raising $650 million at a $9 billion valuation, despite years of projected losses ahead. Chris Walton is joined by Alex…
Jul 27, 2026 · 6:13
Kroger is introducing premium in-store Wine Shops featuring more than 130 curated wines, tasting bars, and trained wine stewards at select locations. Chris Walton is joined by…
Jul 27, 2026 · 4:54
The European Union has officially banned large fashion companies from destroying unsold clothing, accessories, and footwear, requiring brands to resell, donate, repair, or…
Jul 27, 2026 · 4:36
OpenAI is reportedly developing its first hardware device: a screenless, movable AI companion built with Jony Ive's LoveFrom and powered by GPT Live. Chris Walton is joined by…
Jul 27, 2026 · 4:43
DoorDash has launched a native Shopify integration that allows any Shopify merchant with a physical U.S. store to instantly list products on the DoorDash marketplace without…
Jul 22, 2026 · 40:47
In this week's OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso , Veloq , and R&S Logistics , Chris Walton was joined…
Jul 20, 2026 · 2:36
Chris Walton wraps up another Fast Five by putting Shelley Huff and Chris Niesen through this week's Lightning Round. The conversation covers everything from adult Play Doh and…
Jul 20, 2026 · 7:51
Wayfair built one of the world's largest online furniture businesses, but now it is investing heavily in large format retail stores. Chris Walton is joined by Shelley Huff and…
Jul 20, 2026 · 6:02
Taco Bell has expanded its AI powered drive thru ordering system to nearly 900 restaurants across the United States. Chris Walton is joined by Shelley Huff and Chris Niesen to…
Jul 20, 2026 · 5:58
Walmart has expanded drone delivery across Greater Houston, bringing ultra fast delivery to more than one million consumers and paving the way for hundreds of additional drone…
Jul 20, 2026 · 8:59
Albertsons is rolling out a new AI powered merchandising intelligence platform designed to improve pricing, assortment, promotions, and shelf space decisions. Chris Walton is…
Jul 20, 2026 · 8:21
Ocado co-founder and CEO Tim Steiner is stepping down after more than two decades leading one of retail's most ambitious grocery automation companies. Chris Walton is joined by…
Jul 15, 2026 · 56:46
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton was joined by Shelley Huff,…
Jul 13, 2026 · 4:22
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five lightning round covers everything from whether Sam's Club has officially dethroned Costco for the best rotisserie chicken to Chris and Ben's…
Jul 13, 2026 · 4:37
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Amazon's new Alexa Shopping feature that gives customers access to up to 365 days of product price history. Chris Walton and Ben…
Jul 13, 2026 · 10:20
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment breaks down New Jersey's proposed legislation targeting AI-powered pricing and placing a moratorium on new electronic shelf label…
Jul 13, 2026 · 4:47
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment looks at Lowe's decision to let store associates sell marketplace products directly through its in-store selling platform. Chris Walton…
Jul 13, 2026 · 4:25
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Amazon Web Services' $1 billion investment to embed AI engineers directly inside customer organizations. Chris Walton and Ben…
Jul 13, 2026 · 8:18
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment examines Kroger's $1.65 billion acquisition of Giant Eagle and what it signals about the future of the grocery industry. Chris Walton and…
Jul 8, 2026 · 46:28
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton was joined by recurring Fast…
Jun 29, 2026 · 5:22
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five lightning round covers a little bit of everything, from the passing of legendary Fed chairman Alan Greenspan at age 100 and the question of who…
Jun 29, 2026 · 5:28
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment reacts to Target's decision to name fashion icon Isaac Mizrahi as its first-ever Creative Director at Large, a brand new role in which…
Jun 29, 2026 · 3:54
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment covers Bed Bath & Beyond's Legendary Coupon Hunt, a 21-day nationwide sweepstakes inviting customers to dig out their old iconic blue 20%…
Jun 29, 2026 · 5:21
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment tackles Kroger's Q1 fiscal 2026 earnings, where the grocery giant posted $46.1 billion in total sales and announced that its e-commerce…
Jun 29, 2026 · 9:51
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment breaks down the explosive June 2025 e-grocery data from Brick Meets Click and Mercatus, which showed a 28% year-over-year surge to $9.8…
Jun 29, 2026 · 5:50
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment examines Ahold Delhaize's decision to appoint former Amazon Fresh executive Claire Peters as CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA and what the hire…
Jun 24, 2026 · 57:10
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton checked in from Vienna,…
Jun 22, 2026 · 5:32
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with World Cup predictions, James Bond casting debates, cycling culture, and Chris Walton's favorite…
Jun 22, 2026 · 6:36
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores DoorDash's new AI-powered search experience and why conversational commerce may be arriving faster than retailers realize. Chris…
Jun 22, 2026 · 8:40
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Dollar General's plans to test a new subscription membership program and whether value-focused shoppers are ready for another…
Jun 22, 2026 · 8:00
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Walmart's decision to open Walmart.com to shoppers in Mexico and what it means for the future of global marketplaces. Chris…
Jun 22, 2026 · 9:49
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment examines Target's new shoppable Bravo digital series and what it says about the growing convergence of entertainment, media, and commerce.…
Jun 22, 2026 · 9:43
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Starbucks' ambitious plans to add up to 10,000 additional U.S. stores and whether smaller-format locations can still deliver on…
Jun 17, 2026 · 1:01:02
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton was joined by special guest…
Jun 15, 2026 · 4:08
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with summer travel recommendations, lifelong sports loyalties, and the retail leaders Chris Walton and…
Jun 15, 2026 · 7:31
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores The Mall, a startup attempting to create a universal shopping feed across thousands of brands. Chris Walton and Chap Achen debate…
Jun 15, 2026 · 7:14
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Amazon's latest AI-powered visual search features and what they reveal about the future of shopping. Chris Walton and Chap Achen…
Jun 15, 2026 · 9:40
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores New York's proposed legislation aimed at limiting AI-powered personalized pricing. Chris Walton and Chap Achen discuss the fine…
Jun 15, 2026 · 7:30
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Amazon's expansion of same-day grocery delivery in the UK and what it could mean for the future of grocery retail. Chris Walton…
Jun 15, 2026 · 6:48
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Walmart's move into restaurant delivery by bringing Subway sandwiches directly to customers through its app. Chris Walton and…
Jun 10, 2026 · 1:07:56
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton and special guest Chap…
Jun 8, 2026 · 3:08
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with Arizona travel recommendations, European retail innovations, retail leadership discussions, and a…
Jun 8, 2026 · 7:10
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Amazon Web Services' new Agentic Shopping Assistant and the growing battle for control of customer relationships in retail. Chris…
Jun 8, 2026 · 5:13
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Walmart's growing delivery network, expanding drone operations, and rapid rise in store-fulfilled orders. Chris Walton and…
Jun 8, 2026 · 3:20
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores SPAR Austria's decision to expand its shelf-scanning robot program and what it means for the future of retail operations. Chris…
Jun 8, 2026 · 3:25
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment examines Walmart's new prepaid consolidation program and why it could simplify logistics for thousands of suppliers. Chris Walton and…
Jun 8, 2026 · 5:55
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Google's new Universal Cart, which allows shoppers to add products from Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail into a single…
Jun 3, 2026 · 47:55
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group , Mirakl , Ocampo Capital , Quorso and Veloq , Chris Walton and special guest Shelley…
Jun 1, 2026 · 9:12
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with Midwest road trip recommendations, Indy 500 energy, Spielberg nostalgia, Star Wars fandom, and a…
Jun 1, 2026 · 7:34
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Ross Stores’ historic 17% comp sales growth and why off-price retail continues to dominate during uncertain economic conditions.…
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