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A growing series of shows featuring the builders and leaders defining the consumer economy, both online and offline. Our flagship show, the Loose Threads Podcast, was named one of Fast Company’s 10 Best Business Podcasts.

Will Atari’s hotels bring the gaming company into the modern era?

Is Simon and Brookfield’s $81 million acquisition of Forever 21 worth it?

Will Shake Shack’s four-day workweek impact its employee retention?

Are used cosmetics holding the second hand beauty market back?

Will Goop’s expansion into Sephora help or hurt the brand’s long-term success?

Espresso: Will Walmart’s influence boost SmileDirectClub’s revenue and reach?

Espresso: Inside Drybar’s wacky $255 million sale to Helen of Troy.

How Jenni Kayne went back to basics to fuel its growth

Espresso: Macy’s and Nordstrom’s flawed holiday partnerships with hotels; Airbnb’s new Cooking Experiences are making food-related hospitality more accessible.