We've spent the last 20 years technologizing retail, making it bigger, faster and more global.  But that's also meant an unprecedented and often deadly level of competition in every category.  In this episode Doug discusses the greatest challenge facing all retailers and brands today, and why...

Geopolitical events have disrupted retail, but retail has also contributed to geopolitical disruption, argues host Doug Stephens.  And it's making us all unsafe. 

In this special episode, Doug sits down with Retail Dive columnist Daphne Howland for a wide-ranging interview on the future of retail. From emerging technology and demographic trends to the new strategic imperatives to succeed in retail, and much more.