SHOPOLOGY: The Retail Show with Louise Grimmer
Dive into the art + science of retail and shopping behaviour. SHOPOLOGY is hosted by retail expert and commentator Dr Louise Grimmer. Louise is a retail researcher, columnist, advisor and broadcaster. She is Director of retail consultancy Shopology (www.shopology.com.au), works as a retail academic at the University of Tasmania and writes the 'Retail Therapy' Column for TasWeekend.
Join Louise as she delves into the world of shopping and consumer behaviour, and interviews a fascinating range of industry experts, practitioners, and researchers. From online shopping to experiential stores, the corner store to the shopping mall, and all things retail tech and trends, tune in for insightful analysis and lively discussion on the world of retailing and shoppers. This podcast is for anyone involved in the retail industry, as well as government, academics and consumers.
SHOPOLOGY: The Retail Show with Louise Grimmer
9. How has COVID-19 impacted festivals and events? AND A Brief History of Department Store David Jones
On this week's show Louise is joined by tourism expert and academic Dr Oscar Vorobjovas-Pinta from Edith Cowan University.
COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on festivals and events around the world
Including the iconic Eurovision...Louise is joined by Dr Oscar Vorobjovas-Pinta from Edith Cowan University to talk about the impact of the pandemic on festivals and events, what cancellations mean for artists and local communities, the role of tehcnology and the opportunities for many local festivals and events.
A Brief History of Department Stores
Part Four: David Jones
In the final instalment of this series, Louise presents a brief history of department store David Jones. Learn about the origins of the business and the complicated trading history of this iconic Australian store.
To find out more, you can watch Louise's recent University of Tasmania public lecture Rise and Fall: A Brief History of the Department Store on You Tube.
All this plus the week's retail news.
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