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Tell Me Something Good About Retail

Hosted by Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doc · business · EN-US · 146 episodes

Audience: 11~1.1k on YouTube

About this Podcast:

Conversations with retailers and their suppliers that shine a light on the most positive aspects of retail. Get tips about competing in brick and mortar retail, resources for retail sales training, retail-specific marketing advice, ways to make your retail operations run more smoothly, and much more. New episodes release every week!

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What is Tell Me Something Good About Retail about?

Conversations with retailers and their suppliers that shine a light on the most positive aspects of retail. Get tips about competing in brick and mortar retail, resources for retail sales training, retail-specific marketing advice, ways to make your retail operations run more smoothly, and much more. New episodes release every week!

Who hosts Tell Me Something Good About Retail?

Tell Me Something Good About Retail is hosted by Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doc. The show has published 146 episodes to date.

What has Tell Me Something Good About Retail covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Losing the Job, Keeping the Purpose" (6 May 2026, 27 minutes), "Russ Flips Whips on Turning Views Into Sales" (2 April 2026, 42 minutes), and "How Lockwood Built Retail Magic" (12 March 2026, 36 minutes).

How often does Tell Me Something Good About Retail publish?

Tell Me Something Good About Retail publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 146 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Tell Me Something Good About Retail?

Booking probability for Tell Me Something Good About Retail is 43%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Tell Me Something Good About Retail requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Tell Me Something Good About Retail's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Tell Me Something Good About Retail?

The strongest fits for Tell Me Something Good About Retail are Pet, Art & Other Specialty Retail. Tell Me Something Good About Retail has a business audience and around 1,200 subscribers on YouTube.

About the host

Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doc hosts Tell Me Something Good About Retail, a business show with 146 episodes published.

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  • Tell Me Something Good About Retail

    Losing the Job, Keeping the Purpose

    May 6, 202627 minS0

    <p>Brian Travilla with OffScript returns to discuss his evolution from retail leader to Amazon executive—and what happened when that chapter abruptly ended.</p><p>In this episode, Brian shares:</p>His transition from...

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    Russ Flips Whips on Turning Views Into Sales

    Apr 2, 202642 minS0

    <p>This episode explores how social media is changing the way people choose where to buy long before they ever walk into a store. Bob talks with Russell Richardson, better known as Russ Flips Whips, about his path from...

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    How Lockwood Built Retail Magic

    Mar 12, 202636 minS0

    <p>How do independent retailers build stores customers love while avoiding the trap of looking like every other shop?</p><p>In this episode of Tell Me Something Good About Retail, Bob Phibbs talks with Lockwood founder...

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    Community Beats Cheap Every Time Episode: 140

    Oct 30, 202531 minS0

    <p>John Robison didn't follow a traditional path. After engineering sound effects for Kiss and designing early video games, he built a thriving luxury automotive service business by rejecting the dealership playbook. In...

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    Scaling Resale with Franchising

    Sep 25, 202526 minS0

    <p>Fast facts & context</p>System size: 270+ stores; 50 more in developmentAnnual sales: “well over a quarter-billion”Category tailwind: US secondhand market ~$45B (2023) → projected ~$73B (2028)Sustainability...

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    From Wiener Hats To Wisdom

    Aug 28, 202538 minS0

    <p>In this episode, celebrated meeting design expert and corporate trainer Brian Walter joins the show to share his journey from retail beginnings to becoming a nationally recognized speaker and CEO of Extreme Meetings...

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    From Flat Sales to Record Breaking

    Aug 19, 202537 minS0

    <p>When June sales went flat at her luxury women's store, Rebecca Weirda didn't make excuses. She rolled up her sleeves, had tough conversations with every team member, and turned a double-digit decline into a 42% sales...

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    Retail’s Secret? Greeting Cards

    Jul 17, 202534 minS0

    <p>💬 Guest: Patrick McCullough, President of Hallmark Business Connections</p><p>📅 Run Time: 35:15</p><p>🔗 Website: https://www.hallmarkbusiness.com</p><p><br></p><p>✉️ Episode Summary:</p><p>In this episode, Bob...

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    Finding Ways to Say Yes Always

    Jun 12, 202531 minS0

    <h2>Episode Overview</h2><p>Five conversations with retail entrepreneurs and experts who've built successful businesses by focusing on customer relationships, finding creative solutions, and staying true to their...

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    Only 5% of Retailers Are Leaders—How to Fix That

    May 29, 202534 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Ann Ruckstuhl, SVP and CMO at Manhattan Associates, to unpack the hard truths and high hopes revealed in the 2025 Unified Commerce Benchmark.</p><p><br></p><p>Ann brings her decades of...

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    Wisdom Behind the Windows: The Greatest Challenge in Retail is Merging Technology with Human Touch

    Apr 10, 202538 minS0

    <p>In this podcast episode, host Bob Phibbs, known as the Retail Doctor, discusses the evolving landscape of retail technology and the importance of human connection with guests Nikki Baird, Shep Hyken, Ethan...

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    Wisdom Behind the Windows: Unlocking the Secrets to Employee Development and Customer Loyalty in Retail

    Mar 13, 202536 minS0

    <p>In this episode of "Tell Me Something Good About Retail," hosted by Bob Phibbs, retail leaders discuss strategies for enhancing customer engagement, employee development, and adapting to change. Mark Fletcher, CEO of...

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    Wisdom Behind the Windows: How Can Retailers Build Stronger Connections with Their Customers?

    Feb 13, 202533 minS0

    <p>In this episode of "Tell Me Something Good About Retail," Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor, explores the importance of human connection in retail with various guests. Patrick Burke, CEO of a men's clothing store in...

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    Wisdom Behind the Windows: How Can Retailers Foster Genuine Human Connections in a Digital Age?

    Jan 17, 202528 minS0

    <p>In this episode of "Tell Me Something Good About Retail," hosted by Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor, the focus is on the importance of human connection in retail. Bob introduces various guests who share their insights...

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    Building Community Through Comics

    Dec 5, 202436 minS0

    <p>Guest: Paul Landry, Co-owner of Crossover Comics (Montreal)</p><p>Location: 3560 Notre Dame West, Montreal (St. Henry neighborhood)</p><p><br></p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><p>- Store founded in 2012 by high school...

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    The Unexpected Marriage of Luxury Retail and Dining

    Nov 14, 202433 minS0

    <p>In this episode of "Tell Me Something Good About Retail," host Bob Phibbs, the "Retail Doctor," converses with Charlie Koniver, principal at Odyssey Retail Advisors. They discuss the evolution of luxury retail...

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    Battling Retail Burnout and Boosting Sales

    Oct 24, 202432 minS0

    <p>In this episode of "Tell Me Something Good About Retail," host Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor, and Carol Leaman discuss the post-pandemic retail landscape, emphasizing the critical role of frontline workers. Carol...

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    Ecom Secrets To Grow Your Sales

    Sep 5, 202443 minS0

    <p>Josh Orr, the founder of Capital Commerce and host of the Retail Initiative Podcast, is one of the leading voices in eCommerce today. He specializes in helping brick and mortar retailers gain traction in their online...

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    Teen Trainee to Retail Innovator: An Inspiring Path

    Jul 11, 202433 minS0

    <p>In this episode of Tell Me Something Good About Retail, host Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor, and Nicole Leinbach, founder of Retail Minded, delve into their extensive retail experiences. They discuss evolving consumer...

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    What Went Wrong At Ted Baker?

    Jun 19, 20241 hourS0

    <p>Chris was involved from the very beginning of Ted Baker in 1988 and headed up the Retail Team for over 30 years as the company's Global Retail Director. During this time, Chris was responsible for many aspects of...

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