Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 31:13 — 181.1MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP host Amber Bradley and Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates’, David Thompson, CFI sat down with Home Depot’s Vice President of Asset Protection at GROC’s PIVOT virtual ORC summit in August. Check out the conversation where we get candid with Scott on his advice for these crazy times, and more importantly….how the hell do you protect all […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 25:23 — 88.7MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Don’t you get tired of apologizing? We do too. Sometimes you just want to say what’s on your mind. TalkLP host Amber Bradley and Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates’ Brett Ward, CFI are unapologetic in their analysis for what’s going on right now…and more importantly what loss prevention professionals can learn from it. Take a listen, but […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:20 — 90.6MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Is there such a thing as 100% honest all the time? Take a listen to this podcast to understand the science that predicts how honest people will be and why that matters in the loss prevention industry. TalkLP’s host, Amber Bradley and Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates’, Dave Thompson, CFI, discuss Dan Ariely’s book, The (Honest) Truth […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (93.5MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave were lucky enough to chat with Cary Jones, CFI, Vice President of Loss Prevention, Administration, and Compliance Officer with VisionWorks of American pre-COVID crisis. So if you need a break from virus and you’re interested in some valuable leadership perspectives, this podcast is for you! Cary provides insight on the unique business […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (91.6MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Hey, remember when we had conversations and we didn’t have to talk about COVID. This was one of those! We were lucky enough to talk to Jerry pre-COVID crisis. You know, ORC wasn’t always ORC. It took many individuals and an evolution in the loss prevention industry to truly understand the varying types of shoplifters […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 32:07 — 168.7MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Larry Carroll joins the TalkLP as a guest co-host to interview his own President & COO, Jason Kidd, of 99 cents only stores! We talk about C-suite perspectives of loss prevention, what executives care about, and why is it always, “what have you done for me lately?” Take a listen as we get candid and […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:32 — 93.7MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Hear from the Store Operations and Director of LP Operations, Joe Liethen, CPA, formerly with Kohl’s Department Stores as he shares perspectives on why Loss Prevention professionals should care about this simple and effective way to impact your organization’s bottom line. Not sure what the hell “Tag Recirulation” is? Why not learn something new from […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (187.0MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More It’s no doubt that masks are all the fashion rage this time of year…..er, well….due to other reasons, BUT we as a loss prevention industry still need to read behavior. How can we do that with would-be-shoplifters and employees covering their faces with masks? How can we apprehend shoplifters that cough on us? Our resident […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 20:17 — 172.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave tackle another “She said / He said” podcast debating the question: What’s being ignored? As an industry, we’re all focused on COVID-19 but what’s around the corner? Are there any issues that loss prevention professionals should be aware of? What type of “perfect storm” has this global pandemic caused? Before you freak […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 34:43 — 22.3MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP host Amber Bradley and co-host Dave Thompson, CFI, sit down to talk the new normal post-pandemic with Van Carney, Director of Loss Prevention, Safety, and Security for Domino’s. Learn about the history of Domino’s and how Van’s team dealt with quick innovation like contactless delivery. Thank you to Amphion for sponsoring this episode! Amphion […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:46 — 93.3MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave sit down with asset protection veteran Bob Oberosler, SVP of Loss Prevention at Dollar Tree Stores – Family Dollar, to talk innovation, the impact of COVID-19 on retail, and how to truly excel in the loss prevention industry. Thank you to our sponsors Product Protection Solutions (PPS) and ALL-TAG! Find out more […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 33:49 — 107.0MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave sit down with the (in)famous Brett Ward, CFI of Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates to talk: “What are you sick of?” Why not get something off your chest? We also cover what professionals should be doing right now (and in the future) to expand their career opportunities. Brett enabled TalkLP to finally debut our […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 28:28 — 26.1MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave sit down with ORC expert, John Matas, CFI, CFCI, Corporate Principal, Fraud and Profit Protection for Macy’s Inc./FDS National Bank to discuss another TalkLP TOP 5: “Top 5 ORC Concerns Post-COVID.” Any idea what’s coming next in this “new normal” for retail when it comes to ORC? John has some insights from his […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:48 — 15.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave launch our first episode in a new series called, “Real Solutions to Real Problems.” This industry is chock full of valuable solution providers that can help us solve real challenges. Take a listen to Kris Vece, Vice President of Client Relations for Protos! Kris talks about what’s going on in the guard […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (93.1MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Dave Thompson enters the hot seat to discuss the Top 5 Mistakes Interviewers make in our first episode of a new series called, “TalkLP’s Top 5.” Check this out to learn what you should or should not be doing…..hit us up at @LetsTalkLP to submit a “Top 5” topic! Disclaimer: We recorded this WAY before […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 20:45 — 13.3MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave chat with loss prevention executive, inventor, entrepreneur, and Shark Tank survivor! Check out this former Director of US Security for McDonald’s and current loss prevention solution provider of all types of unique items that solve problems!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:44 — 15.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave sit down with Steven Antoine, Chief Security Officer, Global Assets Protection for YUM! Brands to discuss his philosophies on handling the crisis. He answers the most important question: What’s Frogger got to do with it? Take a listen to Steven’s perspectives and have your twitter handle ready – he has lots of […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:21 — 15.6MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave talk to LP recruiting guru Chris O’Leary of Loss Prevention Recruiters, LLC about how to ensure your career health these days. How important is professional development right now? Which one should you be focused on? How terrible is the “in-car selfie” for your LinkedIn photo? Listen to find out! Thank you to […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 27:21 — 17.6MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More David Johnston, Senior Director of Loss Prevention and Corporate Security at Dunkin’ Brands, sits down for a chat with Amber and Dave to talk lessons in leadership during a crisis. Certainly fitting with the times we’re in — take a listen to see what you can learn.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 21:19 — 542.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP hosts take on the Super Bowl halftime show complaints, #MeToo, Travel tips in light of the Coronavirus and more….take a listen if you’re not easily offended. Hell, even if you are, it will be fun.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:33 — 19.0MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave talk shop with Tim Lapinski, CFI, LPC from Helzberg Diamonds. We cover Tim’s diverse background, his advice for creating an ROI for LP and the most annoying thing vendors do. Thank you to Protos for sponsoring this episode! #ProtosIsDaBomb Check it.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 25:51 — 16.6MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Decreasing shrink is never easy – especially when dealing with perishable waste. Take a listen to hear how Mike Lamb tackles the complexities of grocery and his advice for young LP professionals. Thank you to Gatekeeper Systems for sponsoring this episode!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 26:50 — 17.2MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More We are super stoked to welcome Jason Swanson from MOD Pizza to the podcast. Special thanks to Agilence for sponsoring today’s conversation. Jason teaches us about spreading the MODness and how LP skills translate from retail to restaurant, lickadee split!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:01 — 93.1MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More It’s another “What’s Trending” series – but this time, we actually ARE on video….and yes, at the worst angle and lighting ever, but hey, get over yourself. Take a listen to the unscripted side of LP – where you never know what will come up or what you’ll learn along the way. Be nice.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 26:23 — 16.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber and Dave get chatty with the VP of Asset Protection, Inventory Analytics and Compliance at 99 Cents Only Stores, Larry Carroll. Ever wonder what makes this guy tick? Check out this podcast to see how this uber-successful industry veteran gets. things. done.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (14.4MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber Bradley and Dave Thompson, CFI chat with body language expert Lisa Mitchell, CFI to discuss how body language in business and personal settings. Of course, the most important questions come up…like, “how do you know she’s into you?” (for all you singles out there – you’re welcome). Take a listen to this badass expert.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (13.7MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More In our NEW “What’s Trending” series Amber Bradley and Dave Thompson, CFI pretty much shoot the bull and see what comes up. This one is especially nuts because we actually think we’re on video….although we didn’t quite figure that out yet….Enjoy.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 28:12 — 25.8MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP hosts welcome Adrian Beck to talk about what he’s seen in the LP industry over the years and his newest research and retail trends. We also talk free research resources for loss prevention professionals (yes, even here in the US!).
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 26:42 — 24.5MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Have you heard about these state retail organizations? Any clue what they’re about – or why you should care? Take a listen to Shelby Dotson from the Florida Retail Federation to find out!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 36:24 — 33.3MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Amber interviews Dave about his recent appearance on Netflix and why he doesn’t have an IMDB rating yet? You never know where this conversation will go…false confessions, Netflix suggestions, and IF you should interview people you know, yep, we went there.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (21.7MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More Brett Ward – Divisional Vice President – Business Development & Client Relations at Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates takes a deep dive into this sensitive yet relevant subject with Amber and Kevin.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (23.4MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP.com’s third episode is an in depth conversation with Kathleen Smith, a well regarded senior leader in the LP / Asset Protection industry. Kathleen shares her experience in transitioning from law enforcement to Loss Prevention as well as some tips to those looking to increase their role and responsibility.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (23.9MB) | Embed Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | RSS | More TalkLP.com’s second episode is a conversation with Dave Thompson, an interview and interrogation expert. Dave has been heavily involved in the national conversation regarding false confessions for the past few years. His expertise and perspective on the future of interviewing and interrogation is certainly interesting!