The Real Tale of Retail and Wholesale… all the dirty secrets

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! In this episode Matthew starts things off by admitting he may have lied about the Super Bowl confetti being recycled … so we had to address that immediately. 😂 Then we got into some classic retail stories from our early days : • The famous Target 10-4 rule (make eye contact at 10 feet,...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! We had a special guest — Greg (aka The Professor ) — breaking down the truth about fabric, yarns, blends & stretch 👀 We talked: • Poly vs cotton and why blends matter • Recycled poly that used to take 97 years to break down… now closer to 3 years • Why 98% cotton / 2% stretch actua...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! If you’ve ever wondered how a product actually gets into a store , this episode is for you. Matthew and I are pulling back the curtain on the retail buying process and sharing real insider tips from both sides of the table. In this episode we talk about: • How to get into a store to pit...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! Another episode of The Real Tale of Retail & Wholesale and Matthew came prepared… with tariffs (again 😅). This week we covered: • Tariffs and why they keep creeping into retail conversations • The “monkey getting integrated into the monkey kingdom” (Matthew’s words, not mine) • Shr...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode spiraled quickly 😂 We started with Costco vs Sam’s Club and why the same club sells totally different stuff depending on where you shop (rude). Then we fell into food wars —how many chains exist and why they’re all fighting for our stomachs—PLUS the moment people realize A...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode was a ride 😂 We talked about Katie Lee —from being homeless and making frozen pizzas… to selling the business to Target for $20 MILLION 🤯. Then we dove into: 💍 the rise of divorce rings (yes, it’s a thing) ✨ a Cape May estate jewelry tip : Queen May 🏠 burping your hous...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode went everywhere 😂 Matthew’s Deal of the Day , $25 shipping to send a package to his grandkids (ouch), corporate layoffs everywhere , Amazon shutting down food + testing a massive big-box store, travel slowing down (perfect timing for Christina to become a travel agent ✈️😉...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode is a little unhinged (in the best way). We break down Chapter 11 vs. Chapter 7 —what they actually mean and why people confuse them all the time. We also talk about the Mel Robbins Podcast … which Matthew is just now discovering (yes, we had thoughts 😂). Then Matthew bring...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week, we’re digging into why store closings are back — even local pharmacies aren’t safe — and why bankruptcies are hitting a 15-year high. We talk Starbucks shrinking its footprint, the western industry as a whole (including why tariffs on leather hides are some of the highest out...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week, we’re digging into why store closings are back — even local pharmacies aren’t safe — and why bankruptcies are hitting a 15-year high. We talk Starbucks shrinking its footprint, the western industry as a whole (including why tariffs on leather hides are some of the highest out...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode is a little money, a little shopping, and a lot of opinions. We break down Kelly Lee’s financial advice for kids and her books — Christina is officially buying — while Matthew is firmly against the “deal of the day” socks for every occasion (Christina, of course, believes)....

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! On the next episode, things take a turn… straight to poop . And then somehow more poop . We talk about the fact that you can apparently have up to 15 pounds in your gut (you’re welcome), which leads to a completely unhinged conversation about why everyone seems to be in the bathroom mor...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! On the next episode, we’re breaking down the Cracker Barrel logo change and why people are absolutely in an uproar (spoiler: not everything needs a rebrand). We get into McDonald’s fries , how franchises are making up their own prices , and Matthew’s deep nostalgia-driven Big Mac obsess...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week on the pod, we’re talking about the 2026 Color of the Year —and yes, it’s white (groundbreaking). We break down how TikTok is officially taking over the beauty industry , why a tiny Italian restaurant made a huge splash on ABC Nightly News , and the year-over-year increase in...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week, Christina and Matthew dive into the wild world of modern distractions — starting with the nonstop gambling commercials flooding TV and why they’re becoming a real problem. Christina urges listeners: don’t get roped in by the hype . Then we jump into the reality every parent i...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! From Nordstrom Rack’s massive store footprint to the gift card scam happening before money even hits the card , we’re breaking down what shoppers need to know this holiday season. We also talk about which stores are now charging for returns (and why that’s becoming the norm). And becaus...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! On this week’s episode: Buckle up — Christina and Matthew are spiraling (in the best way) over the fact that Sears only has five stores left… FIVE. We talk about why everyone is somehow buying furniture online again , Costco coming in hot with a $90 billion lawsuit over tariffs, and Mat...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! Christina and Matthew dive into the retail chaos we’re all living in — from deferred payments becoming everyone’s new “budgeting strategy” to the shocking rise of quarter-zips as the unexpected “it” item of the season. We unpack why Black Friday is basically extinct (spoiler: it’s a ful...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! We’re back — and this week’s episode smells like brisket and fear of the future. 🚗 Matthew took a road trip, discovered Buc-ee’s , and now thinks it’s a sacred destination (clean bathrooms and smoked meat? spiritual). 🧾 We break down self-checkout — who’s actually using it and who’s j...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week, we cover everything from Olympic logos to peanut butter meltdowns. ❄️ Winter Olympics branding — and the new Nike jacket that’s somehow both iconic and confusing. 📘 Farmers Almanac might be gone… thanks to AI (because apparently even the weather got automated). 💎 Luxury goo...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! If you thought Black Friday was wild — China just dropped $160 billion in one day. We’re talking Singles Day, shopping hacks, and the AI “artist” somehow topping charts (and making us lose faith in humanity). Christina and Matthew are spilling on: 🛍️ How to use Capital One Shopping so y...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! Matthew’s breaking down why Orvis is closing and REI’s sales are slipping — is it the economy, discretionary spending, or just too many $98 flannels? Meanwhile, Christina’s solving the world’s problems one barrel-fit sweatpant at a time. Millennials are heading back in-store, leggings a...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! Grandpa Matthew is back — again — and baby number five just dropped like a new product launch. Christina’s talking Levi’s, denim, and rivets (aka the hardware we never knew we needed), while Matthew’s over here planning a deep-fried turducken that might violate a few safety codes. It’s...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This episode is giving “Costco vs. Sam’s Club: The Showdown Nobody Asked For.” Christina’s deep in her QVC era (brace yourself for the hand gestures), Matthew’s comparing membership perks like it’s a dating app, and we’re breaking down “Love It or List It” prices that make us question r...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! This week, Christina’s officially had it — there’s a brand-new “actress” on the rise… except she’s not real. Yep, AI is taking over Hollywood and Christina is not okay . Meanwhile, Matthew tries to calm her down with a deep dive into soybeans and agriculture (because obviously that’s co...