Omni Talk Retail Lightning Round: Advent Calendars, Slop Bowls & Mariah’s $60M Holiday Reign | Fast Five Shorts
Dec 6, 2025
Advent calendars are taking a wild turn, featuring everything from Skims to fishing gear. Chris dreams of a 28-day Nike calendar, while pondering the fate of slop bowls as sandwiches reclaim the spotlight. The White House showcases 120 pounds of gingerbread for the holidays, prompting cookie rankings. Meanwhile, Mariah Carey continues to reign supreme with her iconic holiday hit, raking in an astounding $60 million. It's a festive whirlwind of trends and tasty treats!
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Luxury Advent Calendar Wish
- Chris Walton says he missed the PSG Jordans drop and would want a Nike advent calendar with 28 days of shoes.
- Anne Mezzenga notes advent calendars can be very pricey, citing the Skims calendar as an expensive example.
Bowls Versus Sandwiches Shift
- Bloomberg reports consumers may be tiring of customizable 'slop bowls' and returning to sandwiches.
- Anne Mezzenga still prefers bowls despite rising prices and values ingredient quality when traveling.
120 Pounds Of Gingerbread
- The White House used 120 pounds of gingerbread for holiday decor, which Chris and Anne found staggering.
- Chris ranks gingerbread high among holiday cookies but lists Mexican tea cookies and butter cookies above it.