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When Legacy Brands Don't Survive Disruption (ft. Jacob Goldstein)
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- Brew Markets
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- Jun 26, 2026
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Episode 215: Today, we step back from the headlines to explore one of the biggest questions in business: How does an industry leader stay on top when the world changes around it? With retailers like Macy's, Victoria's Secret and Lululemon all working to reinvent themselves… or rekindle what worked previously… we look back at the company that once defined American retail: Sears. At its peak, Sears was the Amazon of its era, reaching two-thirds of American households every quarter before ultimately fading into irrelevance. John sits down with Jacob Goldstein – former Planet Money co-host and host of Business History and What's Your Problem – to unpack Sears' rise and fall, why Walmart was better positioned for the next wave of disruption and what that history reveals about today's battle between Amazon, Walmart and Costco. Visit: Aflac.com/BrewMarkets Check Out: Business History YouTube www.brewmarkets.com Subscribe to the Brew Markets newsletter: https://www.morningbrew.com/brew-mark... Follow Brew Markets on social: Instagram: instagram.com/brewmarkets TikTok: tiktok.com/@brewmarkets X: x.com/brewmarkets Follow Ann Berry on social: Instagram: instagram.com/annberry_nyc X: x.com/AnnBerry_NYC Listen to Brew Markets Here: swap.fm/l/9Qk4z73Z2nEwFiCB4qee Watch Brew Markets Here: https://www.youtube.com/@BrewMarkets The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Brew Markets, Morning Brew and their hosts are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the v…