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Episode 55: The future of film: Outlook for movie theatres and streaming platforms Sep 15, 2020

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In this episode, Mintel analysts discuss what the outlook for movie theatres and streaming platforms will be post-pandemic. With local lockdowns forcing movie theatres to close, brands had to make temporary adjustments like drive-in movie theatres and releasing movies straight to streaming services to help consumers get their movie fix. Do consumers want to go back to movie theatres? What are movie theatres currently doing to make consumers feel safe? Listen to find out!

Host: Dana Macke (Associate Director, Mintel Reports US, Lifestyles and Leisure).

Guests : Rebecca McGrath (Senior Media Analyst, Mintel Reports UK),

John Poelking (Senior Gaming Analyst, Mintel Reports US).

Episode 54: What’s next for travel loyalty programs? Sep 07, 2020

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With the travel industry severely impacted by COVID-19, Mintel analysts in the US and Canada discuss the current state of the travel industry and what’s to come for travel loyalty programs. They also provided insight into how loyalty programs have pivoted and what type of innovation is needed to help build the industry back up and convince consumers these types of programs are still relevant even if they aren’t travelling as often.

Host: Andrew Davidson (SVP/Chief Insights Officer).

Guests: Nicole Bensi (Director of Competitive Intelligence, Comperemedia), Carol Wong-Li (Associate Director, Mintel Reports Canada, Lifestyles and Leisure),

Mike Gallinari (Travel and Leisure Analyst, Mintel Reports US).

Episode 53: The impact of COVID-19 on fragrance Aug 31, 2020

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In this episode, Mintel beauty experts from around the globe discuss the impact that COVID-19 is having on the fragrance industry. They discuss what is currently happening in the industry and how consumers are rethinking the way they use fragrance products. They also give recommendations for how brands should appeal to consumers in the current environment and share innovations in the fragrance industry they have seen recently.

Host: Samantha Dover (Senior Beauty and Personal Care Analyst, Mintel Reports UK).

Guests: Margaux Caron (Global Beauty Analyst),

Lauren Goodsitt (Senior Global Beauty Analyst),

Amanda Caridad (Senior Beauty and Personal Care Analyst, Mintel Reports Brazil).

Episode 52: The future of food and drink innovation Aug 24, 2020

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Mintel experts in food and drink discuss how COVID-19 has impacted innovation in the food and drink industry and what brands should be doing to progress in the next six months and beyond. Online shopping, eating at home more, interest in health benefits and sustainability are all behaviours that have changed due to COVID-19 and the experts predict whether this is short or long-term and what brands can do to enhance these behaviours. Mintel experts also compare consumer behaviour in the current recession compared to what it was in 2008.

Host: Edward Bergen (Global Food and Drink Analyst).

Guests: Lynn Dornblaser (Director of Innovation and Insight),

Alex Beckett (Associate Director, Food and Drink),

David Jago (Director of Innovation and Insight)

Episode 51: The rise and fall in the beauty device market Aug 17, 2020

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With the news of Clarisonic, a beauty device brand owned by L’Oreal, closing after a decade, Mintel experts in the beauty industry from across the globe discuss where it all went wrong and why beauty devices have not taken off as expected. They discuss how beauty devices have evolved and what it will take for these products to take hold and fulfil consumer’s wants and needs. Listen now to hear what the experts have to say about the future of beauty devices and products.

Host: Andrew McDougall (Associate Director, Global Beauty and Personal Care).

Guests: Reiko Hasegawa (Senior Beauty & Personal Care Analyst, Japan),

Samantha Dover (Senior Beauty and Personal Care Analyst, Mintel Reports UK).

Episode 50: COVID-19's impact on global consumer trends: How do brands move forward? Aug 10, 2020

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The global pandemic has created a sea change in the way consumers live their lives and brands are shuffling their messaging to connect with them. Mintel experts from across the globe discuss how COVID-19 has accelerated and shifted global consumer trends, such as more experiences, seamless spending, humanizing technology interactions, and going live on social media. They also provide recommendations on how brands should move forward in this new era.

Host: Dana Macke (Associate Director, Mintel Reports US, Lifestyles and Leisure).

Guests: Diana Kelter (Senior Trends Analyst, Americas),

Vanessa Rondine (Senior Trends Analyst LAR),

Helen Fricker (Trends Manager, EMEA),

Elysha Young (Trends Manager, APAC).

Episode 49: The future of beauty: Top ingredients in North Asia beauty products Aug 03, 2020

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Mintel expert analysts in beauty and personal care sit down to discuss the top beauty ingredients in the North Asia Pacific that are grabbing consumer attention. From ingredients that are safe and hygienic to COVID-19’s impact on ingredient preferences, and needing scientific information on how products are beneficial, consumers in APAC are focused on making sure they are using the best ingredients possible. The analysts also predict the best ingredients to look for in Asia as well as trends moving forward.

Host: Matthew Crabbe (Director of Mintel Trends, APAC).

Guests: Laurie Du (Senior Beauty & Personal Care Analyst, China),

Hwa Jun Lee (Senior Beauty & Personal Care Analyst, South Korea),

Reiko Hasegawa (Senior Beauty & Personal Care Analyst, Japan).

Episode 48: Buy now, pay later: The right product at the right time Jul 27, 2020

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The emerging trend across the globe in the credit industry, 'buy now, pay later,' is gripping consumer attention, especially Millennials. The idea itself isn’t anything new, but new brands have entered the space and different styles are being used, such as no interest or late fees that are attracting consumers. In this episode, Mintel experts in the financial services industry discuss this trend and how it’s going to impact banks and credit card companies but also consumer’s personal finances.

Host: Andrew Davidson (SVP/Chief Insights Officer).

Guests: Mark Miller (Associate Director of Insights, Financial Services, Comperemedia),

Thomas Slide (Senior Financial Services Analyst, Mintel Reports UK).

Episode 47: The evolution of livestreaming: From mainstream to brand opportunity Jul 20, 2020

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In this episode, Mintel experts dive into the evolution of livestreaming. They discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has escalated livestreaming and how consumers are using it in different parts of the world. How can brands make the most of the opportunities a live platform brings? How will livestreaming impact social media influencers? What will livestreaming look like in the future? Mintel experts discuss how it got here and where its going.

Host: Samantha Dover (Senior Beauty and Personal Care Analyst, Mintel Reports UK).

Guests : Nick Carroll (Associate Director, Retail, Mintel Reports UK),

Rebecca McGrath (Senior Media Analyst, UK).

Episode 46: Science v nature: A future-forward look at the age-old debate Jul 13, 2020

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Mintel experts take on the age-old debate of science vs. nature in the beauty and food and drink industries, as they discuss why consumers no longer blindly trust "natural" claims and are showing curiosity in scientific and synthetic solutions. They also share their favourite products or brands in the scientific/lab-grown space, such as barley facial cream developed to help with anti-ageing, growing kale in indoor farms, and upcycled bread to make craft beer.

Host: Dec Cooney (Consulting Team Manager).

Guests: Edward Bergen (Global Food and Drink Analyst),

Alex Fisher (Associate Director, Beauty and Personal Care),

Richard Cope (Senior Trends Consultant).

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