Episodes 84
Avg. Duration 37m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (13)
Since Nov 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
32%
Hosting
rss.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

ARCast is a bi-weekly broadcast created specifically for professionals across retail and consumer goods companies "in the trenches" analyzing data, drawing planograms, researching shoppers, and more. The concept of “In The Trenches” is intended to build a real community of category management and shopper insights colleagues to share their authentic stories. ARCast brings like-minded individuals with relatable experiences to the table to reflect on their careers, share tips, funny anecdotes, and learnings along the way. "In The Trenches” is a reminder that people are behind it all. We make it happen. Welcome to our podcast.

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Recent Episodes

S1E83 Is U.S. Retail Becoming More European?

Jun 09, 2026 41m

Send us Fan MailThere are certainly noticeable differences between U.S. and European retail.  But slowly, the American landscape is taking cues from its overseas counterparts.  Whether it is Private…

S1E82 The Impact of Health Policy on Retail

May 05, 2026 37m

Send us Fan MailALERT: Category Managers – you have seen how GLP-1s have changed the food landscape.  Are you ready for another one?  Government policy will soon bring another wave to hit stores. …

S1E81 Why the Best Leaders Think Like Musicians

Apr 21, 2026 33m

Send us Fan MailHow does a concert violist become an accomplished category management and shopper insights professional?  In today’s episode, find out what formula Elizabeth Beilman used to walk off…

S1E80 Why Curiosity Beats Career Planning

Jan 21, 2026 26m

Send us Fan MailCareers rarely go as planned, and that’s a good thing. Kate Foxbower of Welch’s joins ARCast to share how curiosity, mentorship, and asking “one more why” shaped her path across…

S1E79 Let's Talk About Price

Jan 06, 2026 41m

Send us Fan MailToday’s episode is a test. We have had a tremendous amount of outreach to deliver deeper into the market (trends, behaviors, and solutions). Finn Hansen, CEO at PriceBeam, jumps into…

S1E78 Just call her Meriyem the Builder

Dec 23, 2025 31m

Send us Fan MailFew people can say they have experience building category management programs in multiple continents - Meriyem can.  Follow her journey as she takes on projects for some the most…

S1E77 Be On The Court, Not Just In The Stands

Dec 09, 2025 28m

Send us Fan MailOne year ago, Brian was searching for a new home. Never letting go of core principles that propelled his career, he’s now activating them in a huge way at Built Brands. Learn about…

S1E76 Purina LAB9: Unlike Anything in the World

Nov 26, 2025 46m

Send us Fan MailStephen Wurth is a self-described change agent, someone who relentlessly puts the consumer at the center.  In a career where he literally never backfilled anyone, Stephen is the…

S1E75 From ARCast Guest to Media Maven

Oct 28, 2025 23m

Send us Fan MailSoon after appearing on ARCast, Yanira Albarran acknowledge she was experiencing health issues but couldn't identify the cause.  So she went social.  18 months later, she is a rising…

S1E74 3 Keys To Building A Category Function

Oct 14, 2025 29m

Send us Fan MailWhen charged with standing up a new category management function, it can be a daunting task for anyone.  For Ben Hanson at California Dairies, he attacked the challenge with confident…

S1E73 Category Managers Tell Horrible Stories

Sep 30, 2025 32m

Send us Fan MailNot all stories are “once upon a time” fairy tales. The great ones have the power to make individuals feel something, and act. Helen Hepworth believes many category managers are…

S1E72 Consumers Are Shoppers First

Sep 17, 2025 38m

Send us Fan MailIn a seemingly serious contradiction, Luke Cahill is a self proclaimed introvert who has spoken to thousands of complete strangers.  Listen to Real Insight CEO & Chief Nerd as he…

S1E71 Stop Learning, Start Dying

Aug 20, 2025 32m

Send us Fan MailNot all career paths are straight, and that is certainly the case with Emilia Tauss.  Through every step of her fantastic journey, Emilia has looked for opportunities to learn and she…

S1E70 You're Still Superman

Aug 05, 2025 57m

Send us Fan MailChange happens, it's unavoidable. But decisions that can momentarily rock your world, shouldn't define you.  Listen as Polly Rowland takes us down her career path, revealing how tough…

S1E69 From the Mean Streets of Chicago

Jul 15, 2025 52m

Send us Fan MailIndustry vet Bill Gillispie jumps into the hot seat to share his adventures from working in one of the toughest neighborhoods in Chicago to consulting some of the largest retailers in…

S1E68 Treat It Like Your Own

Jul 01, 2025 50m

Send us Fan MailEric Nardulli has a prescription for how to be successful as a category manager. And, he took a huge dose to get him where he is today. Join in this conversation as Eric shares how…

S1E67 Down to the Napkins

Jun 17, 2025 43m

Send us Fan MailAlecia Reed has touched so many aspects of the industry as a space planner, it might make your head spin. From Lingerie to Tools to Pet to Food Service, she has seen and done it all. …

S1E66 What Do I Want To Do Now?

Jun 03, 2025 54m

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you secure a dream job only to find out you don't like it?  Audrey Henson tells us as she shares how one pivots to find a new path to satisfaction and success.

S1E65 I Want To Change The Game

May 20, 2025 48m

Send us Fan MailWhen you listen to Martha Vargas tell her story, you will soon discover when she isn't highly challenged, she quickly gets bored.  In our latest episode of ARCast, learn how Martha's…

S1E64 I Love What I Do

May 06, 2025 41m

Send us Fan MailFollow a whirlwind of a professional and career as Kaye takes us from earning a college degree in 2 years to where she is today at InContext. And along the way, you'll see how "she…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does ARCast have?

ARCast has published 84 episodes since November 2022, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is ARCast still active?

ARCast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.

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