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The Digital Focus Podcast

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Welcome to Digital Focus — The Future-Ready Podcast. Hosted by John Suder and Bart Mroz, each week we break down the trends, tools, and transformations shaping the digital world — and what it means for you. Stay curious! Stay future-ready.

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00:10:16

19B Passwords Leaked, Anthropic CEO: We Don’t “Get”...

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2025/05/08

Welcome to this week's episode of Retail Focus! John Suder dives into three major stories: a staggering 19 billion passwords have been leaked online, raising serious cybersecurity concerns; Anthropic's CEO admits even AI experts don't fully understand generative AI systems, highlighting potential risks; and QVC brings its classic shopping experience to TikTok with nonstop live streams targeting new generations of shoppers. Tune in for these stories and more, and don't forget to rate,

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00:29:12

UPS Layoffs, OpenAI Shopping Tool, Slate: The $20K EV...

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2025/05/01

Join hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz in this episode of Retail Focus where they discuss the recent 20,000 layoffs at UPS, the new AI shopping feature introduced by OpenAI, and Slate's $20,000 EV pickup truck. They also touch on the impact of Amazon's reduced package volume on UPS, the differences in consumer habits between Americans and Europeans, and the implications of these trends on the logistics sector. Tune in for insights into the world of retail, technology, and consumer culture.00:00

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00:22:07

Temu/Shein Ad Crash, Google’s Legal Woes, More Tesla...

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2025/04/24

Join John Suder and Bart Mroz on this episode of Retail Focus as they dive into the shocking pullback of ad budgets by Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein due to the end of the De Mimis tariff loophole. Discover how this impacts the retail sector and advertising platforms. We also cover Google's recent legal battles, including being found guilty of running an illegal ad monopoly and what this means for the future of big tech. Lastly, we unravel Tesla's mysterious $1.4 billion

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00:26:53

China Trade War Escalates, WordPress AI, BNPL...

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2025/04/17

In this episode of Retail Focus, John Suder and Bart Mroz discuss the escalating China Trade War and its impact on prices, jobs, and businesses. They delve into the U.S. imposing a 145% tariff on Chinese imports and China's 125% retaliation on American goods, leading to unstable market conditions and potential job losses. They also review WordPress' new AI site builder and its efficiency for small businesses, compared to other alternatives like Squarespace.The hosts then explore the growing trend of

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00:29:55

Tariff Whiplash, Google’s AI Talent Strategy,...

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2025/04/11

This week: Masters Golf, Amazon's Supply Chain Squeeze, and Google's AI StrategyJoin hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz in this episode of Retail Focus as they dive into a whirlwind week of retail and tech news. Bart kicks off with a wholesome birthday celebration, while John shares his excitement for the Masters golf tournament. Then, they tackle the hefty topic of Trump's new tariffs, their impact on the global market, and Amazon's struggle with rising costs. The conversation shifts to

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00:31:28

Tariff Terrors, RIP Zelle App, QVC Layoffs

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2025/04/03

In this episode of Retail Focus, hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz discuss the latest bombshell in retail tariffs announced by the US government, including a 10% universal tariff on all imports and varying higher tariffs on countries like China, Vietnam, and Japan. They delve into the implications for different sectors, especially e-commerce and drop shipping, and the ensuing market reactions. Additionally, they touch on recent news about the shutdown of the Zelle standalone app, the downsizing of QVC,

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00:26:42

The Fall of 23andMe, Amazon Spring Sale, Tesla...

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2025/03/27

In this episode of Retail Focus, hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz dive into recent news and trends in the retail and tech industries. They kick off with personal updates, including Bart's recent move and John's excitement for baseball's opening day. The main segments cover the downfall of 23andMe, which has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a data breach and an unsuccessful business model, and the ongoing challenges and recalls facing Tesla's Cybertruck. They also discuss

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00:26:37

Southwest Bag Policy Change, Alexa Update & Vibe Coding

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2025/03/20

In this episode of Retail Focus, hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz discuss the upcoming changes at Southwest Airlines, including the end of its 'Bags Fly Free' policy starting May 28th, and the implications this has for passengers and the airline industry. They also cover the latest update from Amazon's Alexa, which will soon move all voice recordings to the cloud. In a fascinating segment, John and Bart dive into 'Vibe Coding', a new trend where AI writes code based on developer prompts, exploring its

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00:27:07

Home Depot's New Move, Apple to Get OS Glow-up &...

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2025/03/13

In this episode of Retail Focus, John Suder and Bart Mroz discuss tech and retail news, and weekly happenings. Highlights include Home Depot's partnership with DoorDash and Uber Eats for rapid delivery, Lowe's digital strategies, updates coming to Apple's iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS inspired by Vision Pro's Mixed Reality headset, and Elon Musk's tumultuous 24 hours, including Tesla stock drop, Twitter outages, and controversial statements. 00:00 Introduction and New Background00:21

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00:25:30

Farewell to Skype, eCom Hits Sales Record in Q4 2024,...

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2025/03/06

Farewell to SkypeToday, we honor the memory of Skype, the app that could have ruled the video call world—but instead, fumbled its way into obscurity. Pour one out for - or send a Zoom link - to this fallen icon.E-Commerce Sales Hit Record in Q4 2024According to the numbers, online sales reached an all-time high, fueled by deep discounts, holiday panic buying, and that sweet, sweet dopamine hit of clicking "Add to Cart." Amazon, Walmart, and every brand with a functioning website cashed in while we

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00:17:14

Hooters & Forever 21 Bankruptcy, Tik Tok Shop...

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2025/02/27

In this episode of Retail Focus, host John Suder discusses the absence of his co-host Bart Meraz due to illness before diving into several pressing retail stories. First, Hooters faces a potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing due to significant debt and declining sales, with the company closing numerous locations and struggling with overdue supplier bills. The episode also covers Forever 21's potential second bankruptcy in six years, likely resulting in the closure of hundreds of

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00:24:53

Apple’s Robot Revolution, BuzzFeed’s Social Gamble,...

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2025/02/20

Retail Focus: Apple & Meta's Humanoid Robot Battle, BuzzFeed's BF Island, and HP's AI AcquireIn this episode of Retail Focus, John Suder and Bart Mroz dive into various tech stories, starting with the competition between Apple and Meta over the next big thing: humanoid robots. They explore the differing strategies of Meta's open-source approach and Apple's integrated control. Watch: Apple's Tabletop Robot DemoThe duo also discuss BuzzFeed's ambitious plan to launch a

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00:31:49

Tariffs, Apple’s SMB Push, Tech Woes, Netflix Eyes...

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2025/02/14

John Suder and Bart Mroz on this episode of Retail Focus as they discuss the exciting win of the Eagles in the Super Bowl, the impact of new tariffs on e-commerce, and how it's shaking up the market. They dive into Apple's renewed focus on small and medium-sized businesses, the troubling rise of unemployment in the tech sector due to automation and AI, and Netflix's potential entry into the video podcasting space. Plus, they examine Tesla's plummeting sales and what it means for the

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00:27:51

UPS to Scale Back on Amazon, eCommerce Accountability...

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2025/02/07

In this episode of Retail Focus, hosts John Suder and Bart Mroz delve into multiple topics shaping the retail and tech landscape. They discuss UPS's decision to reduce its reliance on Amazon for deliveries in favor of higher-margin sectors, which includes a focus on healthcare and international logistics. The European Union's efforts to hold e-commerce giants accountable for unsafe goods and new regulatory measures are examined. The hosts also cover the ongoing saga involving potential American

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00:26:09

DeepSeek's Disruption, OpenAI Introduces Operator,...

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2025/01/31

It's Epsiode 2 of The Retail Focus Podcast, and this week, we discuss DeepSeek's Disruption, OpenAI Introduces Operator, Wix Integrates with YouTube Shopping, eBay Tries to Turn Sellers into Buyers, CVS App to Unlock Secured Merchandise.The Retail Focus podcast features two podcast and eCommerce veterans: Bart Mroz and John Suder. In their former lives, they produced the eCommerce Minute podcast from SUMO Heavy and released 788 episodes before sunsetting. Produced and edited by 1459pmThis program is

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00:31:30

Retail Focus: TikTok Phones, Store Openings (and...

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2025/01/27

It’s the premiere episode of The Retail Focus Podcast, and this week, we discuss TikTok loaded phones on eBay, Retail Store Openings (and closings) for ‘25, TikTok’s eCommerce push, the CES Wrap-Up, Brands to Watch, and Weekly commerce stats.The Retail Focus podcast features two podcast and eCommerce veterans: Bart Mroz and John Suder. In their former lives, they produced the eCommerce Minute podcast from SUMO Heavy and released 788 episodes before sunsetting. Produced and edited by 1459pm This

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