The state of malls & P.F. Candle Co.'s Made in America strategy

The Modern Retail Podcast features Gabi Barkho and Melissa Daniels, along with reporter Mitchell Parton, discussing the state of malls, including the American Dream Mall in New Jersey and Miami, and Tanger Outlets' strategies for modernization. They explore how malls are evolving into experience-driven destinations with diverse offerings like high-end restaurants, entertainment, and full-price stores, aiming to compete with e-commerce by providing unique, in-person experiences. Later, Kristen Pumphrey and Thomas Neuberger from P.F. Candle Co. join to discuss the challenges and advantages of running a U.S.-based manufacturing business amidst tariff uncertainties, highlighting their focus on domestic sourcing, maintaining stable prices, and adapting to consumer preferences for "Made in America" products.