Ben Fisher, CEO of Rodeo, discusses the pros and cons of subscription-based business models. They explore topics like dealing with churn and retention rates, increasing revenue through subscriptions, and the challenges of matching consumption with replenishment intervals. They also talk about surprising and delighting customers in retention strategies and mention standout marketers in the industry.

Max Rushden is joined by Ben Fisher, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala as the relegation battle in the English top flight heats up spectacularly, while the Football League regular season wraps up, with the playoffs set. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Barry Glendenning, a seasoned football contributor, joins journalist Ben Fisher and analyst Sanny Rudravajhala to dive into the latest football happenings. They analyze Everton’s potential takeover by the Friedkin Group, addressing financial challenges and hopes for stability. The conversation shifts to Rodri's significant injury affecting Manchester City's title aspirations. They also discuss Championship dynamics, with Wayne Rooney's management at Argyle and Birmingham City's impressive League One run, amidst discussions of club struggles and managerial changes across the leagues.

Barry, Ben, Sanny, and George dissect Arsenal's dominant win over Chelsea, fan optimism for a league title, and Chelsea's midfield woes. They also explore referees' impacts, football drama, tactical analyses, and managerial successes in the Football League.

Max Rushden, Robyn Cowen, Nedum Onuoha and Ben Fisher admire England’s rampant performance versus North Macedonia and debate Gary O’Neil’s surprise sacking by Bournemouth. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod