Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss why people might become more worried about using AI at work, why they might become less worried, and how significant an impact artificial intelligence has had on jobs already. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Vice President Henry Powderly, and Senior Analyst Gadjo Sevilla, for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-using-ai-work-part-1-employees-anxiety-levels-how-tech-impacting-jobs   © 2025 EMARKETER   Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.  

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss what happens when a shelf is empty, how retailers can stay ahead of this, and how signals translate into actionable store-level decisions. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Principal Analyst Sky Canaves, Senior Analyst Blake Droesch, and Chief Revenue Officer at Trax David Gottlieb. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-signal-based-merchandising-impact-of-empty-shelf   © 2025 EMARKETER Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.  

In this engaging discussion, Sky Canaves, an insightful analyst known for her keen commentary on retail trends, joins other experts to dive into the world of retail evolution. They explore the exciting comeback of Reebok in the golf scene and Bath & Body Works’ Gen Z-focused redesign. Louis Vuitton makes headlines with its leap into makeup, and Gucci's bold choice of Demna as creative director is dissected. The conversation also touches on innovative partnerships, the rise of health-oriented products, and the shifting dynamics in the cannabis market.

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how Walgreens went from “pharmacy behemoth to distressed retailer”, the biggest lesson from its downfall, and where the company goes from here. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, and Senior Analysts Rajiv Leventhal and Zak Stambor, for the conversation. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com  For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-walgreens-identity-crisis-what-s-next-pharmacy-giant © 2025 EMARKETER

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how virality is being redefined, how the word “Creator” is being reimagined, and how the social content consumers are looking for is changing. Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Analyst Emmy Liederman, Senior Analyst Minda Smiley, and Co-Founder and CEO of Kale Isha Patel. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/behind-numbers-reimagining-creator-role-engaging-communities-through-short-form-video   © 2025 EMARKETER   Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.  

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how the beauty industry is venturing into untapped markets, how the conversation of ageism in beauty fits or diverges with the greater trend away from diversity and inclusion, and how brands market to older people while staying relevant with younger audiences. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Principal Analyst Sky Canaves, Analyst Arielle Feger, and CEO and Founder of Ageism Is Never In Style® Jacynth-Bassett.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-reimagining-retail-ageism-beauty-shift-away-staying-young   © 2025 EMARKETER   Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.  

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss the next waves to hit the streaming world: which platform will emerge as the streaming hub, how will “content tiers” change viewer behavior and subscriptions, and can streaming maintain sizeable enough audiences for awards shows and Presidential debates? Tune in to the conversation with Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, our Senior Editor Daniel Konstantinovic, and Vice President Paul Verna. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com  For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-beyond-bundle-what-will-shape-streaming-world-next © 2025 EMARKETER   Struggling with out-of-stocks, phantom inventory, or lack of shelf data? Trax’s Signal-Based Merchandising is designed to give real-time visibility into what’s happening in stores and on shelves so you can take action when and where it matters most. Say goodbye to fixed routes and delays in retailer reporting and take corrective action now. Visit traxretail.com/emarketer to get started today.

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss how Mint Mobile was able to stand out before a celebrity like Ryan Reynolds joined the team, how he helped them break the marketing mold, and lessons learned along the way to becoming a billion-dollar valued company. Tune in to the conversation with Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, our Senior Director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman, Vice President Suzy Davidkhanian, and Strategic Advisor to Mint Mobile Aron North. Listen everywhere and watch on YouTube and Spotify. Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com  For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-behind-numbers-meta-s-ai-investment-strategy-snap-s-growth-secrets-why-pinterest-deserves © 2025 EMARKETER

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss what malls are doing well (and why), the reasons folks have been skipping the mall, and why IKEA and Walmart bought one each. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Analysts Emmy Liederman and Rachel Wolff.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/reimagining-retail-malls-why-people-visit-or-skip-ikea-walmart-s-big-moves-what-modern-mall-will-look-like   © 2025 EMARKETER

In today’s episode, we talk about whether regulators will allow, and consumers will adopt, AI over human financial advisors. Will AI close or widen the wealth gap? What happens if an AI financial advisory loses your money? Join the discussion with host and Head of Business Development Rob Rubin, and Analysts Lauren Ashcraft and Jacob Bourne.   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:  https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-banking-payments-show-ai-your-financial-advisor-what-happens-technology-takes-lead   © 2025 EMARKETER