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ARCast

ARCast

Written by: Studio Xerxes
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ARCast is a bi-weekly broadcast created specifically for professionals across retail and consumer goods companies "in the trenches" analyzing data, drawing planograms, researching shoppers, and more. The concept of “In The Trenches” is intended to build a real community of category management and shopper insights colleagues to share their authentic stories. ARCast brings like-minded individuals with relatable experiences to the table to reflect on their careers, share tips, funny anecdotes, and learnings along the way. "In The Trenches” is a reminder that people are behind it all. We make it happen. Welcome to our podcast.

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Episodes
  • The Impact of Health Policy on Retail
    May 5 2026

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    ALERT: Category Managers – you have seen how GLP-1s have changed the food landscape. Are you ready for another one? Government policy will soon bring another wave to hit stores. Get a hint at what the new MAHA Access program may do to your strategy in this revelatory episode with Carmen Brace.

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    38 mins
  • Why the Best Leaders Think Like Musicians
    Apr 21 2026

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    How does a concert violist become an accomplished category management and shopper insights professional? In today’s episode, find out what formula Elizabeth Beilman used to walk off the symphony stage and become a dynamic leader in our industry.

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    33 mins
  • Why Curiosity Beats Career Planning
    Jan 21 2026

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    Careers rarely go as planned, and that’s a good thing. Kate Foxbower of Welch’s joins ARCast to share how curiosity, mentorship, and asking “one more why” shaped her path across insights, category management, and beyond. A candid conversation on growth, learning, and building a meaningful career in today’s evolving retail landscape.

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    27 mins
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