The Watson Weekly: eCommerce Strategy & News
Watson Weekly
Stop reading the headlines and start understanding the frameworks.
The Watson Weekly is the premier resource for eCommerce executives, delivering sharp, independent strategy on the industry's most critical developments. Join 20-year veteran Rick Watson as he cuts through the noise to help you understand not just what is happening, but why it matters to your business.
Broadcasting three times a week:
Mondays: Strategic deep dives into earnings, mergers, and market shifts.
Wednesdays: Candid interviews with C-Suite luminaries and tech innovators.
Fridays: Join the Watson Weekend for Spirited debates on controversial topics with co-host Jessica Lesesky.
From AI implementation and marketplace dynamics to supply chain logistics and retail operations, we cover the entire commerce landscape. Whether you are a CEO, VP, or operator, this is your competitive advantage in audio form.
The Watson Weekly is the premier resource for eCommerce executives, delivering sharp, independent strategy on the industry's most critical developments. Join 20-year veteran Rick Watson as he cuts through the noise to help you understand not just what is happening, but why it matters to your business.
Broadcasting three times a week:
Mondays: Strategic deep dives into earnings, mergers, and market shifts.
Wednesdays: Candid interviews with C-Suite luminaries and tech innovators.
Fridays: Join the Watson Weekend for Spirited debates on controversial topics with co-host Jessica Lesesky.
From AI implementation and marketplace dynamics to supply chain logistics and retail operations, we cover the entire commerce landscape. Whether you are a CEO, VP, or operator, this is your competitive advantage in audio form.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 14min
June 24th, 2024: CMACH 3 event in New York City recap, May retail sales data released, Beyond loses a CEO, and Instacart expands retail media into Youtube
Today on our show:CMACH 3 event in New York City recapMay retail sales data releasedBeyond loses a CEOInstacart expands retail media into YoutubeAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
Jun 17, 2024 • 14min
June 17th, 2024: Could Amazon deliver the mail? Costco expanding its ad network, McKinsey state of the consumer 2024 report, and Loop and Happy Returns partner up
Today on our show:Could Amazon deliver the mail?Costco expanding its ad networkMcKinsey state of the consumer 2024 reportLoop and Happy Returns partner upAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
Jun 10, 2024 • 15min
June 10th, 2024: Amazon Buy with Prime off to a slow start, Shein launches Shein Exchange Resale Program in UK and Europe, eBay expands its consignment service, and a call to action for brands
Today on our show:Amazon Buy with Prime off to a slow startShein launches Shein Exchange Resale Program in UK and EuropeeBay expands its consignment serviceA call to action for brandsAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
Jun 3, 2024 • 11min
June 3rd, 2024: Paypal is building an ads platform, TJMaxx not afraid of Temu and Shein, BigCommerce getting serious about its partner ecosystem, and Amazon growing its share of retail
Today on our show:Paypal is building an ads platformTJMaxx not afraid of Temu and SheinBigCommerce getting serious about its partner ecosystemAmazon growing its share of retailAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
May 27, 2024 • 15min
May 27th, 2024: Target earnings indicate big trouble, Macy’s provides preview into restructuring, Salesforce unveils new Einstein features, and Walmart earnings stand out
Today on our show:Target earnings indicate big troubleMacy’s provides preview into restructuringSalesforce unveils new Einstein featuresWalmart earnings stand outAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
May 20, 2024 • 17min
May 20th, 2024: Amazon AWS CEO to step down, Home Depot earnings disappoint, Shein rejected from NRF membership, and Shopify acquires Peel Analytics founders
Today on our show:Amazon AWS CEO to step downHome Depot earnings disappointShein rejected from NRF membershipShopify acquires Peel Analytics foundersAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
May 13, 2024 • 8min
May 13th, 2024: The Fall and Fall of Peloton, Forrester's Wave Report, and Digital Evolution
Today on our show:The Fall and Fall of PelotonForrester’s New Wave ReportWhat’s On My Mind About Digital Evolutionhttps://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
May 6, 2024 • 17min
May 6th, 2024: Amazon reports terrific Q1 2024 earnings, Nordstrom launches its marketplace, Paypal earnings reflects life in the slow lane, and UPS to power Shein returns in Forever 21 stores
Today on our show:Amazon reports terrific Q1 2024 earningsNordstrom launches its marketplacePaypal earnings reflects life in the slow laneUPS to power Shein returns in Forever 21 storesAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
Apr 29, 2024 • 16min
April 29th, 2024: Paypal’s coming battle with Shopify, Nike’s failures highlight leadership issues, UPS Q1 2024 earnings shows continued decline, and SaaS growth down from 2022 highs
Today on our show:Paypal’s coming battle with ShopifyNike’s failures highlight leadership issuesUPS Q1 2024 earnings shows continued declineSaaS growth down from 2022 highsAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
Apr 22, 2024 • 15min
April 22nd, 2024: Confusing economic signals in 2024, Shein faces new class action lawsuit, GoPuff partners with Shopify to help CPG brands, and Macy’s kicks off its store closings
Today on our show:Confusing economic signals in 2024Shein faces new class action lawsuitGoPuff partners with Shopify to help CPG brandsMacy’s kicks off its store closingsAnd finally, The Investor Minute, which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs.https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly
