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The Retail Warzone
by Where Employees are MORE than a Controllable Expense
The Retail Warzone is a community of Retail vets that discuss the different experiences we have had in the business. theretailwarzone.substack.com
Episodes
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The Future is Now....we're back
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It's time to say goodbye
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Let's catch up....It's been a while
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LinkedIn | The Onlyfans of Bootlickers
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A Warning to ALL
Tonight we discuss the impact AI will have on retail. Sources: https://www.ft.com/content/908e5465-0... https://seekingalpha.com/article/4662... https://nypost.com/2024/01/16/opinion... https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/01/1... https://www.washingtonpost.com/techno......
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Goodbye 2023! The Ho-Ho-Humbug Office Party is Here
As 2023 comes to a close I felt a light-hearted and VERY random discussion was in order. Tonight we talk retail, music and all sorts of random things. We appreciate all of you that listen and we look forward to your suggestions going forward. Our community is special and if you are not part of it...
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Conspiracy or Coincidence? with Special Guest Blametag
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Let's Talk Turkey, Black Friday & Holiday Shopping
#grocery #chat #podcast Tonight The Irish Connection joins me to compare prices on Thanksgiving staples and discuss Black Friday/Holiday shopping nonsense for 2023. Working in Retail this holiday got you down? Are you tired of hearing Mariah Carey’s voice already? If so we have a treat for you!...
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Ireland vs USA | Grocery Price Comparisons
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The Retail Therapy Sessions | Blametag Edition
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Exit Interview
Tonight a Dollar Tree survivor shares their truth Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Now on Substack!!! https://theservingtimes.substack.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card:...
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A Heart to Heart Talk
#tiktok #chat #podcast Tonight it’s time for a heart to heart… Sources for tonight: https://www.foxnews.com/us/perfect-dad-killed-suspected-cold-blooded-cvs-shoplifter-bet-aint-talking-no-more…
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F*#k Tim Gurner
Tonight we delve into some overdue retail reporting by reputable outlet Bloomberg Sources for tonight: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2023-09-08/us-retail-workers-are-quitting-facing-low-pay-crime-long-hours...
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The Patron Saints of Grocery with Adam Kaat
#chat #retail #podcast Essential Author Adam Kaat joins us to discuss his new novel "The Patron Saints of Grocery" Adams website: https://adamkaat.com/ Direct Shop link for both novels: https://adamkaat.com/shop/ Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The...
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The Life of a Retail Spouse
In this Retail Warzone return episode we hear from three spouses that discuss what it has been like living with a retail manager. Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C8We... Our…
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(Let's Chat) The Retail Therapy Sessions | Episode 16
Let's talk about the state of social media and it's toxicity as "X" circles the drain.... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theretailwarzone/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...
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(Video)The Retail Therapy Sessions Episode 15
Our first full length Spotify Podcast Video --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theretailwarzone/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theretailwarzone.substack.com
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Leadership | What it is and What it is not
#chat #retail #podcast Tonight we discuss Leadership traits References: https://www.lollydaskal.com/leadershi... https://businesstrainingexperts.com/c... https://www.ckju.net/en/dossier/dark-... https://theinvestorsbook.com/leadersh... --- Support this podcast:...
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NEVER GO BACKWARDS
#chat #retail #podcast Tonight we discuss the rollback of child labor protections References: https://www.epi.org/publication/child-labor-laws-under-attack/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/24/opinion/editorials/arkansas-child-labor.html https://www.nfib.com/advocacy/labor/ Our Sponsor: The…
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The Past, The Present & The Future
Community matters as does your opinions as a listener. We are going through a transition of sorts and your input is appreciated. Please submit your opinions or suggestions for the podcast to: [email protected] Also feel free to participate in any polls/questions attached to this episode...
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The Changes going Forward
A discussion about my thoughts on the podcast, social media and the future of The Retail Warzone A link to all of my sites....Hey, YOU go buy some swag!!! https://linktr.ee/TheRetailWarzone --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theretailwarzone/support This is a public...
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Retail Food Waste | A Discussion
Tonight’s topic references: https://www.rts.com/resources/guides/... https://www.usda.gov/foodwaste/faqs https://refed.org/stakeholders/retail... https://www.questrmg.com/2019/08/08/f... Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business...
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A Retail Discussion with ChatGPT
#chatgpt #retail #podcast Tonight we have an educated retail/service industry conversation with ChatGPT ChatGTP Link: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt ChatGTP Jailbreak GitHub: https://gist.github.com/coolaj86/6f4f... Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable...
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How's your job treating you in 2023?
Tonight we explore how our jobs/careers are treating us so far in 2023 Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C8We... The Irish Connection’s “Fact of the Week”:...
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"LEAN" Payroll Models & Employee Exploitation
Tonight we discuss what are “Lean” Payroll Models and why they do more harm than good. Tonight’s Topic Material: https://www.allaboutlean.com/lean-sta... Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card:...
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Customer Behaviors that Drive You Insane
On tonight’s show we delve into some of our most irritating customer behavior experiences. Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C8We... The Irish Connection’s “Fact of the Week”:...
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When saying the "QUIET" part out loud isn't helpful anymore
Tonight let’s have a chat about the different “catch-phrases” plaguing the workforce i.e. “Quiet Quitting”, etc… Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C8We... --- Support this podcast:...
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Self-Checkouts, Automation & Customer Insanity
Tonight we dive back into the hell that is the Self-Checkout debate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theretailwarzone/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
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It's our Birthday | Celebrating TWO YEARS of Retail Nonsense
It’s our Birthday!! Tonight we celebrate TWO YEARS of Industry nonsense while discussing the past, present and the future! Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Printable The Retail Warzone Business Card: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C8We... The Irish...
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Hiring Managers & Hidden Biases | A Needed Discussion
If you think Hiring managers do not discriminate then think again. Tonight we discuss a problem no one in the industry is attempting to fix. At a time when the media disparages the workforce for “quiet quitting” and a bevy of other labor issues it’s important this topic be researched further....
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Tales from Dollar Tree Hell | A Manager speaks
Tonight “Blank Stares” joins us to discuss the hell of working for Dollar Tree Tonight’s Headlines: https://www.retaildive.com/news/dollar-tree-names-former-dollar-general-exec-rick-dreiling-ceo/641059/...
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Is customer behavior getting WORSE?
Tonight we discuss how customer behavior has seemingly gotten worse since the pandemic. Tonight’s topic material: https://hbr.org/2022/11/the-emotional... https://www.nhbr.com/facing-incivilit... https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/... --- Support this podcast:...
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Gen Z in the workplace
Tonight we discuss Gen Z, Millennials and the Boomer rage against both. Tonight’s topic material: https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-... https://fisher.osu.edu/blogs/leadread... https://www.forbes.com/sites/onemind/... https://www.businessinsider.com/what-......
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After Christmas Layoffs, Terminations and Hour reductions
Tis the season to cut hours and employees, let's discuss. Tonight’s topic material: https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-comp... https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/06/jim-c... https://wwd.com/business-news/financi... Articles in Video Description Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQ_AvslxSwA…
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Work Bonuses and the problems they create
Tonight we discuss bonuses and some of the pitfalls that accompany them. Tonight’s topic material: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/disadvantages-manager-bonuses-companies-64960.html https://smallbusiness.chron.com/disadvantages-employee-bonuses-37723.html...
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Training AKA the "Ghosting" of Front Line Employees
Tonight we discuss the travesty that is training in the retail industry. Topic Articles: https://www.retaildive.com/news/most-... https://retailwire.com/discussion/ret... Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Latest Article: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com...…
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Steven Petrivelli | Retail Comic Creator
Tonight comic creator Steven Petrivelli joins us to discuss his excellent comic book series “RETAIL” Link to Steven Petrivelli’s website: https://retail.aweb.page/i-love-comics Our Sponsor: The Serving Times https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Reddit Community:...
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Workplace Violations | Let's discuss
#walmart #amazon #bankofamerica Tonight we discuss different companies and their numerous violations and fines. Link to the violation tracker: https://violationtracker.goodjobsfirs... Our Sponsor: The Serving Times: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Reddit Community:...
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Let's Talk Turkey | Thanksgiving & Black Friday Nonsense
Tonight we discuss Thanksgiving and Black Friday stories submitted by the community. Our Sponsor: The Serving Times: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Reddit Community: https://www.reddit.com/r/EssentiallyF... Merch Store: Use promo code “HOHOHO” for FREE SHIPPING!...
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When Customers are TOO comfortable in your stores
Tonight we discuss the customers that feel they have some importance or “say so” in the store you work in due to them being a long term customer. Are they lonely? Are they insane? Are they both? Let’s find out….. Our Sponsor: The Serving Times: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ Reddit...
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The Ongoing War Against the Workforce | The MSM is 100% Complicit
#Insider #retail #podcast Tonight Blametag joins me as we try to make sense of all of the click-bait headlines making the workforce seem to be the root of all problems. Plot twist…..they aren’t. Blametag’s companion piece: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com... The Serving Times:...
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We're Back...Knocking the rust off
Tonight we knock the rdust off and get back at it! It’s homecoming night with Irish Connection! We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From low wages to ridiculous job expectations we are here to shine a light on the horrors that exist after you…
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An Evening with Shawna Potter | Lead Singer for War on Women and Author of "Making Spaces Safer"
#waronwomen #shawnapotter #podcast On tonight’s episode I am honored to announce that my guest is Shawna Potter. Shawna is the lead vocalist for the band War on Women, the author of the book “Making Spaces Safer” and host of the “But Her Lyrics” podcast. Links to Shawna’s work: Buy her book…
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Spilling it all at T(ea) Mobile w/Gilgamesh
On tonight’s episode Gilgamesh joins me to spill the Tea on their time at T-Mobile We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From low wages to ridiculous job expectations we are here to shine a light on the horrors that exist after you punch the clock....
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Tales from the Extraterrestrial Highway with ETfreshmedia
On tonight’s episode Kris and Chrissy from ETfreshmedia join me to talk tales from the Extraterrestrial Highway outside of Area 51! Follow ETfreshmedia on their socials here: https://linktr.ee/ETFreshMedia We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From...
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The Advertising Industry with L Vago /Big Quit Energy
On tonight’s episode L Vago joins me to discuss their time in the advertising industry. Big Quit Energy Website: www.bigquitenergy.com Follow Big Quit Energy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BigQuitEnergy We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From…
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Random, Random, Random.....
Retail, renewable energy, politicians and organic foods....this one is all over the place! We'll be back at it "proper"next week! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theretailwarzone/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...
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The Customer is NOT always right with The Serving Times creator Matt Starr
In this episode Matt Starr, also known on Twitter as Blametag, joins me to discuss his latest The Serving Times article and his journey to satirical greatness. Follow Blametag on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlameTag The Serving Times: https://theservingtimes.wordpress.com/ We all know how...
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To Stop or Not to Stop a Shoplifter? That is the Question
In this episode The Irish Connection and I discuss shoplifting, shrink and if it’s really worth it to try to prevent it if you are not a LP or AP associate. We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From low wages to ridiculous job expectations we are...
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Retail vs the Music Industry | Is there a difference?
In this episode our guest and I discuss the differences as well as the similarities between the music industry and retail. We all know how frustrating working in the retail/grocery and service industry can be. From low wages to ridiculous job expectations we are here to shine a light on the…
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The Retail Warzone is a community of Retail vets that discuss the different experiences we have had in the business.
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