Sourcing Journal Radio

Sourcing Journal Radio is thought leadership brought to life. Each podcast episode provides apparel industry executives with a platform from which to showcase their personalities and share their perspectives on a range of engaging topics, enabling listeners to consider new points of view and plot their next steps.

Business
Fashion & Beauty
Technology
1
Why U.S. Companies Can't Ignore EU ESPR
ESPR is one of the most comprehensive sustainability regulations so far in the world. Min Zhu of testing, inspection and certification company SGS chats with Lauren Parker of SJ and Fairchild Studios to offer insights.
12 min
2
Why Predictive Analytics Matter for Fashion Pro...
In this fireside chat, Andre Claudio, staff writer, strategic content at Sourcing Journal, chats with Kendall Becker, fashion and editorial strategy director at Trendalytics, about how the retail intelligence platform is leveraging this technology to help retailers make more profitable, data-driven decisions.
14 min
3
Managing Responsibility Under New EPR Policies
In this fireside chat, Lauren Parker, director of Sourcing Journal and Fairchild Studios, chats with Kelly West, manager of business development for North America of Trimco Group (based in the U.S.), and Claire Piccinno, sustainability advisor and ProductDNA team leader of Trimco Group (based in France) to get a global perspective on this evolving issue.
16 min
4
Standvast’s Tech-Driven Approach to Speedy Ship...
In this podcast, Glenn Taylor, logistics editor at Sourcing Journal, and Cayce Roy, founder and CEO of Standvast, discuss how the company is shaping the future of order fulfillment through its innovative technology and services.
10 min
5
What Will Trump 2.0 Mean for the Fashion Indust...
Kate Nishimura of Sourcing Journal chats with Lauren Parker of Fairchild Studio about what Trump's next presidency could means for apparel, footwear, textiles and retail when it comes to tariffs, trade and taxes.
18 min
6
Laying a Strong Foundation for Automation
Why Data Management and Design Digitalization Must Precede AI Adoption
13 min
7
Cultivating More Sustainable Cotton: Modernizin...
Improving Cotton’s Carbon Footprint from the Field Forward
11 min
8
Is Fashion Doing Enough for Sustainability?
To see how the fashion industry is faring regarding sustainability, Lauren Parker, director of Fairchild Studios, sat down with Peter Sadera, editor-in-chief, Sourcing Journal, to discuss the positives pushing things forward, as well as the obstacles blocking more progress.
18 min
9
Grasping Omnichannel's Diversifying Landscape
In this fireside chat for business hub Retail Rx, Tim Anderson, senior business leader and executive vice president, Hilco Valuation Services, explains to Lauren Parker, director, Fairchild Studio, how retailers and brands must evaluate their respective brick-and-mortar and digital channels—individually and collectively—to ensure overall omnichannel success.
24 min
10
Inside SJ's Material Innovation Report
In this episode, Alex Harrell, Sourcing Journal staff reporter, discusses the gains and obstacles in the exciting world of alt materials.
12 min
11
Supporting the Denim Industry with a 'One-Stop-...
How AGI Denim’s Comprehensive Solutions Boost Creativity and Sustainability
9 min
12
Inside SJ x WWD's Tech Report: The Artificial I...
Business Reporter and Tech Editor Meghan Hall gives a sneak peek into the issue.
17 min
13
Combatting Microplastic Pollution By Choosing N...
Switching Away from Synthetics Without Compromising Performance
12 min
14
Retail Rx: Shaping J.Crew's Digital Transformat...
J.Crew CIO Danielle Schmelkin on setting up for digital success
23 min
15
Transforming Manufacturing Operations for Custo...
How Interloop Is Breaking Down Silos to Better Serve Customers Across Categories
12 min
16
Retail Rx: Effective Real Estate Asset Manageme...
Larry Finger and Alan Shaw of Hilco Real Estate on knowing when to play the long game and when to make a quick decision
30 min
17
Retail Rx: Coach on Balancing Product and Purpose
Coach Global CMO and North America President
28 min
18
Retail Rx: Retail's State of Distress
Rob Gorin of Getzler Henrich chats with Max Frumes about distressed retail
21 min
19
Retail Rx: Why Should Retailers Care About AI? ...
Jose Chan of Parsons School of Design and Michael Appel of Getzler Henrich discuss what makes a successful tech-rich organization.
27 min
20
Retail Rx: Supporting Frontlines to Deliver Ret...
Christine Tutssel of Axonify and Michael Appel of Getzler Henrich discuss why investment in staff onboarding, training, development, communications and retention must come from the top
31 min
21
Retail Rx: PacSun Brings in Gen Z with Co-Creation
Richard Cox of PacSun and Arthur Zaczkiewicz of WWD discuss why PacSun strategies like The Collective work so well.
22 min
22
Retail Rx: Driving Concept to Conversion with V...
Michael Appel of Getzler Henrich and Greg Petro of First Insight discuss the importance of digital tools to gather voice of customer insights data and apply the analytics to drive sales.
26 min
23
Introducing WWD x Sourcing Journal's Retail Rx
Essential Industry News, Insights and Perspectives
22 min
24
Trading Claims and Commitments for Real Respons...
Prioritizing Progress Over Perfection in ESG Communications
14 min
25
Growing Nearshoring Opportunities with Partner...
The 3 Main Criteria for Successful Nearshoring: Technology, Machinery and Workforce
12 min