This week on the Remarkable Retail podcast, Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis break down the retail news shaping the global economy—from the Iran war’s impact on oil, freight and food prices to Kohl’s disappointing earnings, Dick’s Sporting Goods continued growth, and another wave of store closings at Saks Global. Then they welcome James Daunt, CEO of Barnes & Noble, who explains how empowering local booksellers, transforming store culture and investing in people helped fuel an unexpected bookstore renaissance.