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We are here at eTail Palm Springs and seeing and hearing the latest and greatest in e-commerce and retail. Question: Do you need to choose between AI and human recommendations as a customer? Why not have both? After all, don’t each have their strengths? AI in the retail experience is all the rage these days, but today I’m talking with someone from a brand that has been incorporating AI-personalized experiences and shopping combined with expert human recommendations for over 14 years, and continues to innovate today. Today we’re going to talk about how AI-based personalization plus human creativity and input makes an amazing customer experience at Stitch Fix. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to welcome Noah Zamansky, Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix. About Noah Zamansky Noah Zamansky serves as the Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix, where he leads cross-functional teams spanning Product, Design, Engineering, Algorithms, and Platform Development. A seasoned leader, Noah has a proven track record of shaping product vision and strategy, designing exceptional user experiences, and spearheading the launch of new business ventures. Before joining Stitch Fix, Noah held the role of Senior Director of Product Management at eBay, overseeing Fashion and Vertical Experiences. Resources Stitch Fix: https://www.stitchfix.com eTail Palm Springs: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones discuss the biggest stories across the NBA and the Raptors.

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Smith & Jones

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones discuss the biggest stories across the NBA and the Raptors.

218 episoade

#Sports #Sportsnet #Basketball #Blue Jays

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Smith & Jones

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John Lucas III On His Families Legacy, Playing In Toronto, & Coaching now 49:14

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another former Raptor to celebrate the Raptors 30th anniversary season! This week John Lucas III join the guys! He talks about his father's legacy of playing & coaching in the NBA and how that effected him. The guys then get into John's fathers legacy on the tennis court and how he passed that love onto his son. John talks about his journey in basketball and what led him to a tumultuous situation at Baylor eventually led to him going to the final 4 with Oklahoma State Cowboys. The guys then get into Johns NBA career and the start with Dwayne Casey and the Timberwolves and how that led him back to Toronto later in the season as well. John shares some of his memories of playing in Toronto and why he loves the city so much. Finally the guys talk about what John is up to now in his coaching career and what he hopes to achieve as he moves forward. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Darrick Martin on Going to UCLA, Playing in Toronto, & Talking Trash to Michael Jordan 49:51

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back after a week off and they are joined by former Raptors and 13 year NBA vet Darrick Martin! The guys go over his career in basketball from starting on the hardcourts in NYC, to going to UCLA. What was it like adjusting on the other side of the country as an under sized guard? The guys then go over his NBA career, how did he end up on a court with Michael Jordan and talking trash to him? What did he make of Toronto when he first go here? And why couldn't he wear his favorite number? Guys close out the episode getting Darrick's thoughts on the modern NBA and how it has changed from when he played. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Antonio Daniels on Brandon Ingram, Basketball in Vancouver, & His Time in the NBA 49:41

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones return with Antonio Daniels, current New Orleans Pelicans broadcaster, host on Sirius XM NBA Radio and former NBA guard! They dive into what Raptors fans can expect from Brandon Ingram both on and off the court, how he will fit in Toronto and where the trade leaves the Pelicans going forward. The guys also chat about Antonio's memorable moments from his time as a player with the Grizzlies, along with what could have been done differently to keep the team in Vancouver. Finally, the NBA Champion opens up about life after basketball and what that transition was like from the hardcourt to the broadcast booth. Eric and Paul close out the show with thoughts on Ingram's contract extension and where the Raptors go from here, before sharing their favorite memories from the NBA in Vancouver. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Smith & Jones: Deadline Edition 47:17

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones discuss the Raptors acquiring Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans, the likelihood that he will re-sign in Toronto, and the players who are now leaving town: Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and Davion Mitchell. The guys bring Sportsnet’s Michael Grange in on the conversation with his thoughts on Toronto's moves and what the future holds for Chris Boucher after he remained a Raptor. After the break, Eric & Paul invite Warriors play by play voice Tim Roye (32:38) to the program to talk about Jimmy Butler heading West to Golden State. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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New NBA Alumni President Antonio Davis on His New Role & Toronto Memories 50:56

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another Raptor Great, Antonio Davis! The guys talk to him about his new role as the president of the NBA Alumni association. What will he look to do with his new role as president? What can they do with the players association to help retired players transition into their post playing career? And how can the alumni association better educate people? The guys also look back at his time in Toronto and how far the Raptors have come over the last 30 years. Guys also go over Vince Carter’s retirement ceremony, Antonio’s thoughts on how the game is today, and what we can expect to see in the future! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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30 Years of Raptors History with Alvin Williams 37:04

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with fan favourite Alvin Williams in a special podcast-only episode! The guys start by going over Alvin's time in Toronto and the start of his basketball career. What was the biggest difference between college and the NBA? What was it like having Butch Carter as his head coach? Where did Alvin's disdain for the city of his birth, Philadelphia, come from? And why does he love Toronto so much? All that and much more as the guys catch up with the former Raptors point guard! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. …

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Playing in the NBA with Diabetes, Coming from Panama, & T.O Memories with Gary Forbes 47:20

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are back with another episode of Smith and Jones! This week, former Raptor Gary Forbes joins the show to discuss growing up in Panama during a time of political turmoil, moving to New York City as a young boy, and his memories of playing in the NCAA with two teams. The guys also get into how being diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes affected not only Forbes' basketball career but his life overall. Finally, Forbes breaks down how he broke into the NBA and what his memories of playing for the Toronto Raptors are and they go over some of his current work, including becoming an author with the book 'The Sole Survivor.' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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Bob Delaney on NBA Refereeing, Mental Health, & Going Undercover 40:41

acum 8 weeks40:41

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back from the holidays with a special podcast-only version of the show! The guys are joined by long time NBA referee and former undercover cop, Bob Delaney! They start by going over some of his first memories when it was announced Toronto got an expansion team. The guys then get into some of his stories from refereeing in the NBA, how going undercover helped Bob's career, and dealing with PTSD. The show closes with Eric and Paul pitching the roles they would play in Bob's movie! All that and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Aaron Gray on His Career in NBA, Time in Toronto & Life After Basketball 58:04

acum 11 weeks58:04

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back this week as they continue to celebrate the Raptors' 30th season. This week they are joined by seven-year NBA veteran and former Toronto Raptor, Aaron Gray! The guys look back on the start of Aaron's career playing in the Big East at Pitt and how that set the tone for what was to come. He shares his experience being drafted by the Bulls, along with the role Ben Wallace played in his early career. Later, the trio dive into Aaron's time in Toronto including his initial introduction to the city, how the team was constructed, why they could never seem to get over the hump, what happened on the day he was traded, and how he felt seeing the Raptors lift the title in 2024. Finally, the guys close out the episode talking about Aaron's heart condition that cut short his NBA career and what life has been like after basketball. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Glen Grunwald on His Career, Building the Raptors & Canadian Basketball Development 50:22

acum 12 weeks50:22

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back! This week they are joined by former Raptors General Manager and current Senior Advisor to the Grizzlies & Canada Basketball, Glen Grunwald! The guys go over how Glen got his basketball career started, from playing under Bob Knight at Indiana to being drafted by Red Auerbach and the Celtics. Later, Glen dives into NBA front offices, what it was like being at the head of the Raptors, and what he remembers most from that period. The trio close out the episode by going over the way basketball in Canada has grown, where it can still go and the role Glen and the Raptors played in that. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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Ben Uzoh on His Playing Career, Relationship with Masai Ujiri & That Triple Double 41:24

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are joined by former Raptor Point Guard, and current Raptors Scout Ben Uzoh! The guys go over his journey to the NBA from Houston to the University of Tulsa. How & why did he pick Tulsa? What was it like being undrafted? How did he end up in Toronto and what were his first feelings when he found out? How did he transition into scouting? What is his current role with the Raptors and what influence did Masai Ujiri have on him? The guys then go over Ben's final game in the NBA and the Raptors first triple double in 11 years. When was he aware of how close he was? And why was that his last game in the NBA? Eric & Paul then share there thoughts on Ben and that time in Raptors history. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.…

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Dee Brown on Winning the Slam Dunk Contest, Playing with Larry Bird, & Early Raptors 46:48

acum 14 weeks46:48

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Eric Smith & Paul Jones are joined by 1991 NBA Slam Dunk Champion, and 12 year NBA veteran Dee Brown! The guys get into what it was like breaking into the league with the Boston Celtic's led by Larry Bird. What did he learn from him on how to lead a team? How did winning the Slam Dunk contest effect his early career? The guys then get into what it was like when he first got to Toronto, and how he mentored a young core. The guys wrap up the conversation with talk of how Brown's daughter Lexie Brown, has taken the WNBA by storm. Eric & Paul then share there own memories of Dee, and if the new WNBA team might have a front runner for coach. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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Ed Stefanski on Trading for Vince Carter, Basketball in Toronto, & Kyle Lowry's Impact 42:52

acum 15 weeks42:52

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with former Raptors executive and current Senior Advisor to the Pistons, Ed Stefanski! He shares some memories from when he was in New Jersey of trading for Vince Carter and all that went into that. The guys then get into his time with the Raptors and what both he and Brian Colangelo built in Toronto. Later, the trio look back on the trade that sent Kyle Lowry to Toronto and discuss what his presence has meant to both the franchise and city, before debating whose jersey should go up to the rafters in Scotiabank Arena next. Eric and Paul wrap up with their memories of the Vince trade and provide some examples of when trading a superstar can work out. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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Tony Massenburg on Basketball in Canada, NBA Memories, & Len Bias Legacy 49:02

acum 16 weeks49:02

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Eric Smith and Paul Jones are back with another former Raptor! Joining the guys this week is 13 year NBA vet Tony Massenburg. The guys go over his introduction to Toronto, and meeting Paul back in the day before getting into what life is like an an expansion team. Tony then goes over his time playing for the university of Maryland with Len Bias and what could have been with his career. The guys then go over the legacy of Len Bias and how over time it has changed to being a more positive one. Tony then compares his time in Toronto to Vancouver and what differences and similarities he saw between the two cities, and organizations. Eric and Paul wrap up the show with there memories of Len Bias and other tales from the road in the NBA! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.…

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Vince Carter Legacy w/ Charles Oakley 50:51

acum 17 weeks50:51