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Honest Retail

By Cameron McCarthy, Taylor Foxman, & Carlton Fowler

The weekly podcast that dives into industry topics that are top of mind for the CPG, consumer, and retail community. Hosted by Cameron McCarthy, Taylor Foxman, and Carlton Fowler.
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Episode 39: Beer, Wine, & Spirits Industry Wrap-Up!

Honest Retail Nov 10, 2022

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Bye For Now: Final Episode

Bye For Now: Final Episode

Thanks to everyone who has made Honest Retail an absolute blast to record over the past two years. The gang is taking a break for now, but we wanted to give you one more episode for the road.

Nov 29, 202317:40
Episode 70: Popup Bagels, Hello Bello, & Holiday Alcohol Trends

Episode 70: Popup Bagels, Hello Bello, & Holiday Alcohol Trends

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Nov 03, 202325:30
Episode 69: Aha Winds Down, Netflix Houses, & The Skittles Ban

Episode 69: Aha Winds Down, Netflix Houses, & The Skittles Ban

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Oct 21, 202325:16
Episode 68: Expo East Recap & New Fund News

Episode 68: Expo East Recap & New Fund News

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Oct 01, 202327:17
Episode 67: Gatorade Water, Banza Launches Waffles, Momofuku Raises, & Cheetos Cake

Episode 67: Gatorade Water, Banza Launches Waffles, Momofuku Raises, & Cheetos Cake

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Sep 15, 202324:52
Episode 66: Klaviyo S-1, Mosh Raises, Big CPG Investments, & Instacart IPO.

Episode 66: Klaviyo S-1, Mosh Raises, Big CPG Investments, & Instacart IPO.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Sep 01, 202329:52
Episode 65: Brand Spotlights, Ghetto Gastro Launch, & Investor Sentiment

Episode 65: Brand Spotlights, Ghetto Gastro Launch, & Investor Sentiment

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Aug 25, 202325:55
Episode 64: Rao's Exit, Jell-O Rebrand, Skims, & Shopify Rollup

Episode 64: Rao's Exit, Jell-O Rebrand, Skims, & Shopify Rollup

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Aug 13, 202335:13
Episode 63: Haus Revived, Mars Acquires Kevin's, & Threads.

Episode 63: Haus Revived, Mars Acquires Kevin's, & Threads.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Margaret Wishingrad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretwishingrad/

Ian Wishingrad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/icwish/

Jul 13, 202347:05
Episode 62: Arizona Goes Hard, Gorgie Raises, Overstock + Bed Bath & Beyond, & Ample Hills Revival.

Episode 62: Arizona Goes Hard, Gorgie Raises, Overstock + Bed Bath & Beyond, & Ample Hills Revival.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention with guest, Paul Voge of Aura Bora.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Paul Voge: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulvoge/

Jun 29, 202343:21
Episode 61: Modelo Moves To #1, Private Label Concerns, Retail Media, & Yasso Exits.

Episode 61: Modelo Moves To #1, Private Label Concerns, Retail Media, & Yasso Exits.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jun 23, 202336:25
Episode 60: Quickie Talking PartnerSlate & Uncrustables

Episode 60: Quickie Talking PartnerSlate & Uncrustables

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jun 19, 202323:56
Episode 59: Chamberlain Coffee Raises, Retail Earnings, Wood Milk, & Most Trusted Brands.

Episode 59: Chamberlain Coffee Raises, Retail Earnings, Wood Milk, & Most Trusted Brands.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:


- Chamberlain Coffee

- Recent Retail Earnings

- Wood Milk Ad

- Most Trusted Brands Report


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jun 10, 202328:34
Episode 58: Perfect's Leadership Change, Klaviyo IPO, Fishers Island Lemonade, & Text-Based Sales

Episode 58: Perfect's Leadership Change, Klaviyo IPO, Fishers Island Lemonade, & Text-Based Sales

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Emily Schildt from Pop Up Grocer to chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:


- Perfect Snacks' Leadership Change,

- Klaviyo IPO

- Fishers Island Lemonade Acquisition

- Postscript's Text-Based Sales


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Emily Schildt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyschildt/

May 26, 202349:13
Episode 57: Retail Metaverse, Shopify Updates, Athletic + JetBlue, and RIP Bed Bath & Beyond

Episode 57: Retail Metaverse, Shopify Updates, Athletic + JetBlue, and RIP Bed Bath & Beyond

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:


- Retailers & The Metaverse

- Shopify Updates  

- Athletic + JetBlue

- RIP Bed Bath & Beyond


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

May 11, 202332:35
Episode 56: Private Equity Update, More Ryan Reynolds, Cultured Breast Milk, & Cure Raises.

Episode 56: Private Equity Update, More Ryan Reynolds, Cultured Breast Milk, & Cure Raises.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Allison Ball from Food Biz Wiz to chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- PE & Food Brands

- Ryan Reynolds + Fintech  

- Cultured Breast Milk

- Cure's Recent Raise

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Allison Ball: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aball/

Apr 27, 202344:22
Episode 55: Meaningful Existence, Federal Cannabis Legalization Push, & Amazon Returns

Episode 55: Meaningful Existence, Federal Cannabis Legalization Push, & Amazon Returns

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/


Apr 21, 202333:51
Episode 54: Phocus Refresh, Walmart Text To Shop, Pickup Only Grocery, & Mario + Truff.

Episode 54: Phocus Refresh, Walmart Text To Shop, Pickup Only Grocery, & Mario + Truff.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Nate Cooper of Barrel Ventures to chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Nate Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-cooper-2ba9aa19/

Apr 13, 202348:10
Episode 53: Pepsi Rebrand, Sexual Wellness Boom, & Top of the Mornin Launch

Episode 53: Pepsi Rebrand, Sexual Wellness Boom, & Top of the Mornin Launch

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/



Apr 07, 202331:54
Episode 52: Heinz x Absolut, The Family Fund, Quip's Dentist Initiative, Brand Podcasts

Episode 52: Heinz x Absolut, The Family Fund, Quip's Dentist Initiative, Brand Podcasts

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention.


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Mar 31, 202338:58
Episode 51: Expo West Debrief, SVB, Ryan Reynolds + Mint Mobile, & DRNXMYTH Raises

Episode 51: Expo West Debrief, SVB, Ryan Reynolds + Mint Mobile, & DRNXMYTH Raises

In this week's episode of Honest Retail we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Expo West

- SVB

- Ryan Reynolds & Mint Mobile

- The DRNXMYTH raise

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Mar 23, 202336:51
Episode 50: Erythritol News, Prime's Growth, Drizly x Gopuff, & Shopify Earnings.

Episode 50: Erythritol News, Prime's Growth, Drizly x Gopuff, & Shopify Earnings.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Patrick Schwarzenegger of Mosh, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Erythritol News 

- Prime's Growth 

- Drizly x Gopuff

- Shopify's Earnings

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Patrick Schwarzenegger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickschwarzenegger/

Mar 01, 202301:00:55
Episode 49: Halo Top Expands, Increasing Velocity With TikTok, & Smart Shelf Tags.

Episode 49: Halo Top Expands, Increasing Velocity With TikTok, & Smart Shelf Tags.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Jimmy Freeman of NoBaked, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Halo Top's new products 

- TikTok strategies for brands 

- Smart shelf tags 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jimmy Freeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesfeeman/

Feb 16, 202338:20
Episode 48: Expo West, Magic Spoon Expansion, & Cometeer.

Episode 48: Expo West, Magic Spoon Expansion, & Cometeer.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Expo West 

- Magic Spoon Expansion 

- Cometeer's Latest 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Feb 10, 202336:22
Episode 47: Huel's Growth, Plant-Based Eggs, Camino Partners, & Guayaki Raises

Episode 47: Huel's Growth, Plant-Based Eggs, Camino Partners, & Guayaki Raises

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by James McMaster of Huel, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Huel's growth 

- Plant-based eggs are having a moment

- Camino Partners launches

- Guayaki Raise

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

James McMaster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmcmaster/

Feb 01, 202350:37
Episode 46: Athletic Brewing + Non-Alc Catch Up, Buy With Prime, & Slate Raises $10M

Episode 46: Athletic Brewing + Non-Alc Catch Up, Buy With Prime, & Slate Raises $10M

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Bill Shufelt from Athletic Brewing, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- The rise of Athletic and the state of non-alc

- Buy With Prime

- Slate's recent raises

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Bill Shufelt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-shufelt-650059138

Jan 25, 202354:00
Episode 45: State of Dry January, Tito's + Martha Stewart, Pop Up Grocery, & PRIME Energy.

Episode 45: State of Dry January, Tito's + Martha Stewart, Pop Up Grocery, & PRIME Energy.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Dry January

- Tito's & Martha Stewart 

- Pop Up Grocer's New Store 

- PRIME Energy

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jan 12, 202345:53
Episode 44: Poppi's Raise, KDP & C4, ChatGPT, & High Protein Snickers.

Episode 44: Poppi's Raise, KDP & C4, ChatGPT, & High Protein Snickers.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Poppi's Raise 

- KDP & C4

- ChatGPT

- Protein Snickers 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jan 06, 202337:59
Episode 43: Fastest Growing Brands, Utah Cookie Wars, Web3 Check-In, Barilla Goes Premium, & KDP + C4

Episode 43: Fastest Growing Brands, Utah Cookie Wars, Web3 Check-In, Barilla Goes Premium, & KDP + C4

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Tom Shea from Adgile, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Fastest growing brands trend report 

- Utah cookie wars

- Web3 check-in

- Barilla upgrades their offering 

- KDP's recent C4 investment 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Tom Shea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomjohnshea/


https://morningconsult.com/fastest-growing-brands-2022/

Dec 16, 202250:24
Episode 42: Winc Bankruptcy, Huel Raises, 2023 Trends, & Big CPG Goes Mini.

Episode 42: Winc Bankruptcy, Huel Raises, 2023 Trends, & Big CPG Goes Mini.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Denise Woodard of Partake Foods, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Winc's recent bankruptcy filing 

- Huel raises new capital

- 2023 trends that we are focusing on 

- Big CPG looks to mini sizes of their classic snacks 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Denise Woodard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegwoodard/

Dec 07, 202253:34
Episode 41: Black Friday Review, Retail Revamp, CRUMBS Relaunches, & Impacked raises

Episode 41: Black Friday Review, Retail Revamp, CRUMBS Relaunches, & Impacked raises

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Erica Rankin of Bro Dough, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Bro Dough's history 

- Black Friday review 

- Retail revamping post covid 

- Crumbs relaunching into retail 

- Impacked raising and the value of sourcing packaging 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Erica Rankin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericabrodough/

Nov 30, 202241:51
Episode 40: KDP + Athletic, Gen Z Trends, Grocery Delivery, & Erewhon Co-branded Products

Episode 40: KDP + Athletic, Gen Z Trends, Grocery Delivery, & Erewhon Co-branded Products

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Keurig Dr. Pepper's recent investment in Athletic 

- Gen Z brand trends 

- Smaller retailer grocery delivery 

- Erewhon creating co-branded products 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/


Nov 28, 202250:17
Episode 39: Beer, Wine, & Spirits Industry Wrap-Up!

Episode 39: Beer, Wine, & Spirits Industry Wrap-Up!

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are diving into everything alcohol. 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

James Pelligrini: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-pelligrini-8b715823/

Nov 10, 202201:03:05
Episode 38: Weed x Circle K, Retail Advertising, Third Space Stores, & BeatBox Raises.

Episode 38: Weed x Circle K, Retail Advertising, Third Space Stores, & BeatBox Raises.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Ryan Woodbury from Needed, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Weed x Circle K 

- Retail advertising growth

- The growth of third spaces inside stores

- BeatBox most recent raise 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Ryan Woodbury: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanrogerswoodbury/

Nov 02, 202251:04
Episode 37: Brand Spotlights, Restaurant Product Lines, & The Whole Foods Trend Report

Episode 37: Brand Spotlights, Restaurant Product Lines, & The Whole Foods Trend Report

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Restaurant CPG Lines 

- Whole Foods Trend Reports

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

https://www.modernretail.co/technology/what-the-kroger-albertsons-merger-means-for-the-retail-media-landscape/

Oct 28, 202237:24
Episode 36: Catching Up, Animal-Free Dairy, Kroger + Albertsons, & TikTok Distribution Centers

Episode 36: Catching Up, Animal-Free Dairy, Kroger + Albertsons, & TikTok Distribution Centers

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Animal-Free Dairy Products

- Kroger and Albertsons Merger 

- TikTok Opens DC's

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

https://www.modernretail.co/technology/what-the-kroger-albertsons-merger-means-for-the-retail-media-landscape/

Oct 20, 202256:28
Episode 35: Expo East Rundown, Liquid Death's Raise, Foxtrot Memberships, & Brand Merchandise.

Episode 35: Expo East Rundown, Liquid Death's Raise, Foxtrot Memberships, & Brand Merchandise.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Eli Weiss, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Expo East 

- Customer Experience

- Liquid Death's Raise 

- Foxtrot's New Program 

- Brands & Merch 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Eli Weiss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliweisss/

Oct 04, 202251:58
Episode 34: Instacart's New Offering, Beyond Meat's COO Troubles, Death Peddlers, Aura Bora Raises, & The Drizly Ad Network

Episode 34: Instacart's New Offering, Beyond Meat's COO Troubles, Death Peddlers, Aura Bora Raises, & The Drizly Ad Network

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Instacart's new offering

- Beyond Meat's COO

- The new Liquid Death program 

- Aura Bora raises 

- Drizly's Ad Network 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Oct 03, 202238:40
Episode 33: Hero Cosmetics Acquisition, Instagram Shopping Slows, Fast Twitch Launch, & Kim Kardashian's PE Launch.

Episode 33: Hero Cosmetics Acquisition, Instagram Shopping Slows, Fast Twitch Launch, & Kim Kardashian's PE Launch.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Alison Cayne, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Hero cosmetics acquisition 

- Instagram shopping slows

- Fast Twitch Launch

- Kim K's private equity launch

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Alison Cayne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-cayne-223b0b14a/

Sep 13, 202255:45
Episode 32: Swoon X Amazon, Blank Street Coffee, & Chobani IPO

Episode 32: Swoon X Amazon, Blank Street Coffee, & Chobani IPO

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Amrit Richmond from Indie CPG and Supermercato Insights, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Swoon X Amazon 

- Blank Street Coffee

- Chobani IPO 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Amrit Richmond: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amritrichmond

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Sep 13, 202222:08
Episode 31: The DTC Shift, Peloton Sells on Amazon, Future of Bang Energy, Truff x Hidden Valley, & Rao's Launches Pizza.

Episode 31: The DTC Shift, Peloton Sells on Amazon, Future of Bang Energy, Truff x Hidden Valley, & Rao's Launches Pizza.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Mark Samuel of IWON Organics, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- Peloton X Amazon 

- The DTC shift 

- Bang Energy X Dr. Pepper Keurig

- Truff X Hidden Valley 

- Rao's gets into Pizza 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Mark Samuel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markalansamuel/

Aug 31, 202258:01
Episode 30: Adam Neumann's Recent Raise, The CPG + Investor Landscape, & The Eliqs Beverage Platform.

Episode 30: Adam Neumann's Recent Raise, The CPG + Investor Landscape, & The Eliqs Beverage Platform.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Sandro Roco of Sanzo, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- The Sanzo journey 

- Flow's & Adam Neumann

- The current CPG & investor landscape 

- Eliqs recent raise 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Sandro Roco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandroroco/

Aug 17, 202255:46
Episode 29: Haus Shutting Down, iRobot x Amazon, Brands Leveraging Reddit, & GoFundMe For Groceries.

Episode 29: Haus Shutting Down, iRobot x Amazon, Brands Leveraging Reddit, & GoFundMe For Groceries.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- Haus shuttering operations 

- Amazon's acquisition of iRobot 

- Brand's leveraging Reddit for growth 

- GoFundMe being used in creative new ways during economic hard times. 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Aug 12, 202241:13
Episode 28: Celsius x PepsiCo, Tito's Trolling, & Wine Soda.

Episode 28: Celsius x PepsiCo, Tito's Trolling, & Wine Soda.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- Celsius and PepsiCo's recent partnership

- How Tito's is trolling the RTD trend

- The "invention" of wine soda


Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Aug 04, 202234:24
Episode 27: Claire's Revival, CPG Layoffs, Brand's Embracing Sports Marketing, & Boston Beer's Seltzer Problem

Episode 27: Claire's Revival, CPG Layoffs, Brand's Embracing Sports Marketing, & Boston Beer's Seltzer Problem

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Alex Sonageri, and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention, including:

- RIP to the Choco Taco 

- Claire's recent revival 

- The CPG brand layoff landscape

- How brands are embracing sports marketing 

- Boston Beer and their Truly problem

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Alex Sonageri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsonageri/

Jul 27, 202254:15
Episode 26: Startup Funding Landscape, RTD Cocktail Market, Prime Day, Foodberry, & Unilever vs. Ben & Jerry's.

Episode 26: Startup Funding Landscape, RTD Cocktail Market, Prime Day, Foodberry, & Unilever vs. Ben & Jerry's.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- The current state of startup funding 

- The booming RTD cocktail market 

- Walmart vs. Prime Day 

- Foodberry technology

- Unilever vs. Ben& Jerry's

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jul 14, 202244:45
Episode 25: Bed Bath & Beyond, Eclipse's Raise, Just Ice Tea, Away Update, & TikTok Creatives.

Episode 25: Bed Bath & Beyond, Eclipse's Raise, Just Ice Tea, Away Update, & TikTok Creatives.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- Bed Bath & Beyond's decline 

- Eclipse's recent raise 

- Just Ice Tea launch

- Away's new product line

- How brands are using TikTok creatives and agencies 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Jul 09, 202243:48
Episode 24: Goldfish & Gen Z, 15-Minute Delivery Decline, Meatless Meat, Stone Acquisition, & The Kellogg's Split.

Episode 24: Goldfish & Gen Z, 15-Minute Delivery Decline, Meatless Meat, Stone Acquisition, & The Kellogg's Split.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Nate Rosen and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- Gen Z's recent obsession with Goldfish 

- The declined of 15-minute delivery 

- Meatless meat fizzles

- Sapporo acquires Stone

- Kellogg's breaks up their business 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Nate Rosen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-rosen/

Jun 29, 202249:05
CLIF Bar Acquisition, Magic Spoon's Monster Round, Wonder, Grocery Inflation & The Rise of Mezcal.

CLIF Bar Acquisition, Magic Spoon's Monster Round, Wonder, Grocery Inflation & The Rise of Mezcal.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- The CLIF Bar acquisition 

- Magic Spoon's latest round

- Wonder and their new chef on-demand model

- The Rise of Mezcal 

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/


Jun 23, 202246:20
Episode 22: The Glossier Change Up, BeReal's Rise, Drone Ice Cream Delivery, & Redbud's Raise.

Episode 22: The Glossier Change Up, BeReal's Rise, Drone Ice Cream Delivery, & Redbud's Raise.

In this week's episode of Honest Retail, we are joined by Aja Singer and we chat about the topics and headlines that are capturing our attention including:

- Glossier's change at the top 

- The new Gen Z app, BeReal

- Drone ice cream delivery 

- Redbud brands and the studio model

Cameron McCarthy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronkennethmccarthy/

Taylor Foxman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-foxman/

Carlton Fowler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlton-fowler-63069478/

Aja Singer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajasinger/

Jun 07, 202255:15