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Wake-Up Call: AI opportunities for the mattress business

Mark and Mike discuss the disruptive impact of AI and answer engine optimization on mattress…

Wake-Up Call: The True Cost of the ‘Best Mattress’ Lie

Mark and Mike discuss the deceptive nature of “best mattress” lists, the hidden economics behind…

The new bargain: DTC brands + brick-and-mortar retail 

Mark and Mike discuss the tumultuous history between direct-to-consumer mattress brands and brick-and-mortar stores, the…

Wake-Up Call: The value destruction of ‘Blind Retail’ 

Mark and Mike discuss the dramatic rise in mattress purchases from big-box retailers and e-commerce…

Wake-Up Call: Vegas Market Reactions

Mark and Mike revisit some of the people, places, products and happenings from Las Vegas…

Wake-Up Call: ISPA’s Mattress Industry Trends Report

Mark and Mike speak to Mary Thorpe, director of industry research and analytics for ISPA,…

Wake-Up Call: Somnigroup’s acquisition of Leggett & Platt

Mark and Mike dive into Somnigroup’s pending acquisition of Leggett & Platt, analyzing the benefits…

Unpacking the Sleep Number bankruptcy

Mark and Mike unpack the latest news in the Sleep Number bankruptcy process, sharing thoughts…

Wake-Up Call: Why we started a podcast

It’s official: The first episode of the Wake-Up Call podcast with Mark Quinn and Mike Magnuson is…