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!! 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...

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 sit down with industry legend Rodney Rosal to spill the (retail) tea on royalties , manufacturing secrets , and what really happens at each level of production. From private label shockers to “you paid how much for that?” moments, it’s a masterclass in f...

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, Matthew officially adds “Sono, Bello” to his list of personal triggers 😂 — right next to creepy dolls and corporate buzzwords. Christina shares her wild ride getting to HSN, while Matthew reviews the Jane Goodall Netflix doc like it’s a thriller. We also unpack Target quietl...

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 on a mission this week—concerned about farmers, he makes the case for buying local and supporting the people who keep our food supply alive. We also dig into royalties, what’s really made (or not made) in America, and why so much of what we buy comes from everywhere else. Chri...

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 went on a “class trip” to the liquidation store in Runnemede, NJ—aka the land where Amazon, Target, Costco, Walmart, and Wayfair’s rejects come to die. The rules were simple: mystery bags priced $2–$55. The reality? Matthew and I both grabbed the $5 specials, and the “treasures” insi...

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, we dig into the decline of farming—why it’s happening, how insane the numbers are, and what it means for everyday life. Then we switch gears to dream big about radio… because let’s be honest, a station should definitely pick us up. Between the laughs and the rants, 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 week we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of lifestyle coaches—what they actually do, how much they make, and why everyone seems to be one. Matthew shares his very strong feelings about Good Morning America , while we dig into JCPenney store closures—is Target to blame or is...

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’s episode is all about scams, surprises, and storage units! Matthew almost lost $16K in a scam (yep, you read that right), and Christina got taken for a ride by a sketchy pool guy. We also dive into the glory of Storage Wars , debate Love It or List It , and laugh about Chr...

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 spilling the tea on who really makes more—men or women 💰 (brace yourselves). We’ll tell you what the ‘average’ family of four brings in 🏠 (spoiler: it’s giving ‘not enough’) and why Grandma’s still working the register instead of bingo night 👵🏼. Plus, a peek at the 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’re debating Sydney Sweeney’s new jeans campaign—was it about denim or DNA? 👖🧬 Christina’s taking you behind the scenes on her QVC rep journey 📺, and we’re diving into the ultimate showdown: do women or men spend more on looking good? (Spoiler: the receipts may surp...

Hey it's us! CLICK HERE!! Shoot us a text with a question or a comment! We can't wait to hear from you!! What did we even talk about?  This week we’re pouring one out—literally—for Costco’s legendary vodka 🥂 and spilling where to actually find their best booze. Christina’s back from a wild week in Florida with Jen 🌴, we’re talking why tariffs might have you buying those sneakers NOW 👟,...

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 sinking into the topic of furniture —and by sinking, we mean literally. How are people buying couches online without sitting in them first? Make it make sense. We’re talking Wayfair, West Elm, Overstock, and the ghost of Bed Bath & Beyond (seriously, if anyone has th...

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 and nothing (as usual). Christina is dreaming of early retirement, Matthew’s dodging his dentist, and we go off on a rant about the scam that is TV pricing—$39.99 x 6? No thanks. We unpack all the “exclusive” clubs you never signed up for but somehow pay m...