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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 ✈️😉)…

AND THEN—
💥 Costco sells GOLD. Actual GOLD.
Christina was fully shocked and needed a moment.

We somehow wrapped it all up with Matthew’s French toast recipe, because obviously.

Retail chaos, hot takes, and breakfast at the end—press play 🎙️🍞

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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 brings the receipts—literally—showing up with store-closing notes written on a napkin while walking us through major retail and brand shakeups, including Disney Stores, Stoli Vodka, Popeyes, and Starbucks.

Retail secrets, bankruptcy basics, pop culture catch-up, and napkin journalism—just another normal episode around here.

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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 there), and why the western market is projected to soar by 2032. We also break down luxury shopping habits, Walmart quietly winning over more affluent customers, sneaky changes to return policies, rising prices on Costco staples, and one stat that shocked us both: Americans are drinking less… or are they just smoking more weed? Let’s talk retail reality.

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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 there), and why the western market is projected to soar by 2032. We also break down luxury shopping habits, Walmart quietly winning over more affluent customers, sneaky changes to return policies, rising prices on Costco staples, and one stat that shocked us both: Americans are drinking less… or are they just smoking more weed? Let’s talk retail reality.

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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). We also get into how much water is actually used to cool AI servers like ChatGPT, the billions of dollars in holiday returns crushing retailers, and why public broadcasting is getting gutted. Plus, we talk AliExpress — the deals are OUTRAGEOUS… so what’s the catch? Smart money talk, retail realities, and a few strong disagreements along the way.

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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 more. From there, we bring it back to retail—Home Depot and Staples foot traffic is down, sales are slipping, and consumer behavior is changing in ways that actually matter. It’s body talk, bathroom humor, and real retail insights all wrapped into one episode you didn’t know you needed.

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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 obsession from back in the day. We’re also recording while freezing in Christina’s basement, debating why Christina is apparently un-American for not liking fries, and unpacking why 7-Eleven is closing doors, Publix and Dollar General are under pressure, and beer and alcohol sales are declining. Is it weight-loss drugs, higher food prices, or people choosing groceries over drinks? Plus, beef prices are rising (yes, more beef talk) and inventory levels are starting to show signs of slowing. Retail chaos, food economics, and opinions you didn’t ask for—but needed.

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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 food prices that everyone is feeling. Christina is testing viral TikTok beauty products so you don’t have to, while Matthew dives back into soybeans and supporting mom-and-pop shops. Plus, we unpack rumors of Costco potentially reducing brand names on shelves—and Christina is fully on board if it means lower prices. Retail trends, real talk, and plenty of opinions.