Episode Summary: "Announcement: Consumer VC Holiday Schedule"

Podcast: Consumer VC
Host: Mike Gelb
Date: December 10, 2020

Main Theme & Purpose

This brief announcement episode from host Mike Gelb outlines the Consumer VC podcast’s holiday programming for December 2020. Mike shares his gratitude to listeners, introduces special content changes for the holiday period, highlights community opportunities, and previews an upcoming summit focused on the future of retail.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Heartfelt Thanks and Reflection on 2020

• Mike opens by expressing his appreciation to the audience for their ongoing support, reviews, and engagement since the podcast began.
  • Quote:
    “Hey folks, thanks so much for listening over the past year and a bit since I started this show. I really appreciate all the outreach reviews and also all of your love and support for this show.” (00:00)
• He acknowledges the challenges of 2020 but emphasizes the show’s positive experiences and valuable conversations with guests.

2. Holiday Programming and Special Content

• During the holidays, starting with Hanukkah and continuing through the 12 days of Christmas, the podcast will feature daily highlight episodes.
• These episodes will re-share some of the “best moments” from prior conversations as a way to celebrate and recap the year.
  • Quote:
    “For the holiday period, I'm going to be doing something a little bit different this year. I'm going to be releasing highlights from previous episodes during the mornings of Hanukkah, which starts tomorrow, and during the 12 days of Christmas... I’d love to reshare some of the best moments of them with you.” (00:13)

3. Exclusive Upstream Listener Group

• Mike encourages listeners to join his Upstream Group, a community for podcast fans to network.
  • The group has around 300 members and holds weekly speed-networking events.
  • Attendees have given positive feedback about the value and enjoyment of these sessions.
  • Quote:
    “There's currently 300 of us or so in the group and we meet up every week for a speed networking type of event. Those who have attended have told me they really love it, so come on out.” (00:41)

4. Upcoming Summit Announcement

• Mike announces an upcoming summit focused on the future of retail, scheduled for February 23rd–25th.
  • Promises “exciting topics and speakers.”
  • Listeners can sign up for access to early bird pricing via a link in the episode notes.
  • Quote:
    “Finally, I'm gonna be throwing another summit. This one will be about the future of retail and will be on February 23rd through the 25th, so save the date. I'm really, really excited for the topics and speakers we have confirmed.” (00:52)

5. Looking Ahead

• Mike teases “a ton more content” during December and promises fresh episodes returning in January.
  • Quote:
    “You're gonna be seeing a ton more content during this month and fresh new episodes in January. Happy Holidays everybody.” (01:13)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Community:
  “Those who have attended [the speed networking] have told me they really love it, so come on out.” (00:46)

• On the Upcoming Summit:
  “If you wanna receive the best price before we go on sale, the link is in the comments.” (01:05)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00: Gratitude and 2020 reflection
• 00:13: Holiday schedule and highlights episodes
• 00:41: Upstream Group networking invitation
• 00:52: Summit announcement and dates
• 01:13: Teaser for December content and 2021 episodes; holiday wishes

Summary

Mike Gelb delivers a warm, concise update to the Consumer VC audience, setting expectations for special holiday content featuring past episode highlights, inviting listener engagement via a thriving community group, and building anticipation for an expansive summit on the future of retail in early 2021. The tone is thankful, inviting, and optimistic for what’s to come, providing both value and a call for deeper community participation.