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Want to know what's REALLY going on in the outdoor industry? Move past the PR speak and platitudes. Get the "why" behind the headlines with the unvarnished truth about the outdoor industry's biggest drivers. Host Eoin Comerford -- former CEO, marketer, and consultant -- brings two decades of industry scars and successes to the table. He’s calling out the missteps, celebrating the innovators, and dissecting the "playbook" used by the world’s leading outdoor brands and retailers. Alongside guest experts, Eoin dives into the topics that actually move the needle: - Market Drivers: Affordability, sustainability, and the "authenticity" gap. - Retail Reality: What’s actually happening on the floor vs. the boardroom. - Future-Proofing: Connecting you to the insiders shaping where the industry goes next. Stop skimming the surface. Hit play to get better informed, more connected, and a step ahead of the competition. It’s way more interesting down here.

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Beyond the Black Square: Teresa Baker on Inclusivity Action vs. Rhetoric in the Outdoor Industry

Jun 08, 2026 29m Transcript

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, Eoin sits down with Teresa Baker, the co-director and co-founder of the Outdoor Diversity Alliance (ODA) and the unofficial queen of outdoor inclusivity, for a…

Revamping ISPO, Inside KMD's Strategic Review & The Truth Behind Recreation dot Gov

Jun 01, 2026 48m Transcript

Dive beyond the PR spin with Outdoor Unfiltered, your insider look into the outdoor industry's biggest shifts. In this episode, host Eoin Comerford breaks down why KMD Brands -- the parent company of…

The North Face Turnaround, Lululemon’s Feud, & Shein Buys Everlane

May 25, 2026 21m Transcript

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host Eoin Comerford pulls back the curtain on major shifts hitting the outdoor and apparel markets. We analyze the 4-year financial trajectory of The North…

The Real Story Behind REI’s 2025 Numbers & Should You Attend OR 2026?

May 18, 2026 48m Transcript

Dive deep into the real numbers behind the outdoor industry with host Eoin Comerford in Episode 12 of Outdoor Unfiltered. In this episode, we unpack REI’s fiscal 2025 financial reports, breaking down…

The Outdoor Industry's Amazon Dilemma! Plus: The Power of SOBAN

May 11, 2026 32m Transcript

Join Eoin Comerford on Outdoor Unfiltered as we strip away the PR speak to examine the real forces driving the outdoor industry. In this episode, we tackle the "elephant in the room": Amazon. With…

Switchback Spring: What To Expect In Year Two! Plus: Scoring The Outdoor Industry's Brand/Retailer Partnerships

May 04, 2026 37m Transcript

This episode of Outdoor Unfiltered dives into the data behind retail relationships and the future of industry gatherings. Host Eoin Comerford reveals the latest Partnership Scores for 32 major…

Backcountry’s Bold Pivot: Loyalty, Acquisitions, and Retail Growth

Apr 27, 2026 40m Transcript

This episode of Outdoor Unfiltered dives deep into the shifting landscape of tariffs and retail strategy. Host Eoin Comerford breaks down why the White House pivoted on IEEPA tariffs, offering a…

Allbirds’ AI Pivot, Backcountry’s Brand Incubator & The Evolution of the Outdoor Sales Rep

Apr 20, 2026 40m Transcript

Join host Eoin Comerford on Outdoor Unfiltered for an inside look at the business of the outdoors. In this episode, we tackle the viral news of Allbirds pivoting toward AI infrastructure and…

Trump's impact on the Outdoor Industry & is Trail Running Going Mainstream?

Apr 13, 2026 33m Transcript

This episode of Outdoor Unfiltered dives deep into the shifting landscape of the outdoor industry. Host Eoin Comerford breaks down critical first-quarter sales data from Academy Sports + Outdoors and…

Is the Gear Shop Dead? Surviving the Shift to Lifestyle Apparel!

Apr 06, 2026 38m Transcript

Is the classic outdoor gear shop model dead? In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host Eoin Comerford explores why iconic retailers like Wilderness Exchange, Summit Hut, and Midwest…

KMD's Snarky Rejection of Paul Naudé, Solo Stove's Struggles & How Specialty Retail Wins in 2026!

Mar 30, 2026 37m Transcript

Go beyond the PR spin with Eoin Comerford, former CEO and industry advisor, as he deconstructs the business mechanics of the outdoor world. In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, we break down the…

Why Eddie Bauer Failed & The OIA Rendezvous Recap Plus: Has Athleisure Finally Peaked?

Mar 23, 2026 31m Transcript

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host and former CEO Eoin Comerford dissects the collapse of Eddie Bauer and the "vampire" licensing model that is hollowing out iconic brands.Eoin also takes a…

Profitability vs. People: REI Cuts Pay & Benefits

Mar 16, 2026 36m Transcript

Today on Outdoor Unfiltered, Eoin Comerford breaks down the news that REI is cutting pay and benefits for employees as the co-op struggles to return to profitability. After four straight years of…

The Death Of Misery Marketing, Ultralight Goes Mainstream & Switchback vs. Outdoor Retailer

Mar 09, 2026 37m Transcript

Move past the PR speak and into the boardroom. In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host Eoin Comerford breaks down the latest strategic shifts from the industry’s biggest players before sitting…

Tariff Decision Explained, Outdoor Earnings & Sustainability Under Attack

Mar 02, 2026 31m Transcript

Is the outdoor industry in trouble, or just in transition? Host Eoin Comerford is joined by industry icon Kristin Hostetter (former Editor-in-Chief of SNEWS) to pull back the curtain on why…

Welcome to Outdoor Unfiltered!

Feb 26, 2026 1m Trailer Transcript

Tired of the PR spin and LinkedIn platitudes? Outdoor Unfiltered is a new podcast hosted by industry veteran Eoin Comerford that digs into what’s actually driving the outdoor business.In this…

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