Walmart Radio Podcast

You don’t have to be from Philly to appreciate the brotherly love in the air today, because it’s National Brother’s Day. Whether you give your brother a hug or wedgie is up to you. Our Associate Caller of the Day was DeVonte from Store 2328 in Greenville, South Carolina. He gave a spirited shoutout to the entire 2328 team. In Milestone Minute, Amie from Sam’s Club 8292 in Memphis, Tennessee, Christine from Store 1645 in Hanford, California, and Lisa from Store 6036 in Palestine, Texas, celebrated 25, 30 and 35 years respectively with the Walmart family. In Say Word, we got a lesson free of charge on the meaning of “pecuniary,” which means of or relating to money. Customer Andrew of Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, dug deep and pulled out the answer for Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day which asked: What are there more of in Japan than anywhere else? For your convenience, here’s a hint: it really is a numbers game. Be sure to tune in!

It’s Monday, Walmart World, and that means it’s time for a little motivation! In honor of Patti LaBelle’s 77th birthday, Antonio and Iyube kicked things off with an inspirational quote from the legendary singer: “You don’t have to be an angel, just be someone who can give.” Our Associate Caller of the Day was Megan from Store 399 in Longview, Texas, who gave a shoutout to her coworker, Kaylee. Jake from Store 102 in Stuttgart, Arkansas, called in and sang his favorite motivational song, “Strangers Like Me,” by Phil Collins. Your voice inspired us all, Jake! We also heard from Sherese at Store 130 in Muskogee, Oklahoma, who joined for a quick round of “Rapid Questions.” It was also National Brother’s Day so Antonio gave a shoutout to his six brothers, who are in Texas and Chicago. Our Social Media Highlight of the Day went to Team Lead Andre from Store 6286 in Killeen, Texas, on his promotion. Another big social shoutout went to Team Lead Trish from Store 4609 in Cincinnati, Ohio, who is celebrating 27 years with Walmart. Thank you Andre and Trish for inspiring all of us with your continued hard work! Ever wondered how many people have never deleted a single file off of their devices? Tune in to find out!

Happy Friday, Walmart World! Today is National Pizza Party Day, so Antonio and Iyube broke down the best pizza across the United States. Chicago-style? New York-style? You better believe Antonio and Iyube had a cheesy take. Our Associate Caller of the Day was Ronald from Store 1980 in Putman, Connecticut. Jack from Salinas, California, called in to celebrate his fifth wedding anniversary with his wife who works with him at Store 5751. Today during “Shout Shout, Let It All Out,” we had over 20 associate shoutouts. Sam’s Club showed up in force today with three associate shoutouts from our friends at Sam’s Club. Our Social Media Highlight of the Day goes out to Overnight Maintenance Supervisor Priest from Store 2598 in Sacramento, California, who has just reached 20 years with Walmart! Thank you for your dedication and hard work, Priest. Another big social shoutout goes out to Lanarrious at Store 3401 in College Park, Georgia, who recently reported and facilitated the recovery of $1,400 worth of goods. Thanks for keeping an eye out, Lanarrious! Ever wondered how early you develop your sense of style? Tune in now for the answer and much more on this awesome Friday episode.

Donna Morris joined Walmart as our Chief People Officer in February 2020. During a pandemic and civil unrest, the well-being of our associates was and still is a top priority. Donna and her team jumped right in and got to work - helping establish our COVID-19 leave policy, partnering to change our hiring process and onboard more than 500,000 new associates, supporting our many diversity initiatives like the Racial Equity Center, and the list goes on. Listen to this new episode of The Huddle with John Furner to hear her experience becoming an American citizen and why she believes becoming more inclusive as a team will make us an even better company.

Today’s show was full of stars. First up, our Associate Caller of the Day was Danielle from Store 2404 in San Antonio, Texas. In Milestone Minute, Cathy from Club 6501 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Ted from Store 2594 in Lynnwood, Washington, and Lee from Store 3331 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, celebrated 25, 30 and 35 years respectively. During Detective Product, customer Sara from Store 3269 in Mexico, Maine, proved that patience is a virtue and cracked the case. Customer Nancy from St. Charles, Illinois, dazzled us with the answer to Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day, which asked: There are 18 of these in California. What are they? As long as you reach for the answer, you’ll land among the stars. Be sure to tune in!

Today is National Juice Slush Day, so Antonio and Iyube discussed the top slushie flavors and what slushies are called in different states. Maybe tomorrow should be National Brain Freeze Day? Our Associate Caller of the Day was Ramona “Candy Girl” from Store 1178 in Bedford, Texas. Bam from Store 803 in Bogalusa, Louisiana, also called in and explained that in his town, slushies are called “Bixie Cups.” Marie from Store 1342 in Kenner, Louisiana, joined in to say that she calls slushies “Frozen Cups.” In today’s This or That, Antonio and Iyube discussed if it is better to be overdressed or underdressed. For slushie eating purposes, it definitely makes sense to be underdressed, just in case! Our Social Media Highlights of the Day celebrated a few associate milestones. A huge congratulations to Coach Kristy from Store 5352 in Batavia, Illinois, for hitting her 10-year milestone at Walmart! At Store 5944 in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, Health Screener Nancy hit her one-year anniversary. Congratulations, Nancy! Thank you for keeping our associate family safe and healthy. Ever wanted to know how long it takes people to fall asleep on average? Listen now for the answer and much more on this Rollback Wednesday.

It’s National Pack Rat Day, and we’ve got another great show to add to the collection. Our Associate Caller of the Day was Angie from Sam’s Club 6252 in Chesterfield, Missouri. She gave a shoutout to her manager, Don. In Milestone Minute, Mark celebrated 30 years, and Nancy and David rang in a solid 35 years with the Walmart family. Congrats, guys! In Say Word, Josh shared the word of the day, oligopoly, which means “the market condition that exists when there are few sellers, as a result of which they can greatly influence price and other market factors.” It also happens to be the world’s worst board game. Bo and Josh celebrated the graduates of the Class of 2021 and offered some tips as they move forward into the next chapter of their lives. Remember, the tassel goes on the right. Additional highlights included cobbler preferences, Frank Sinatra and Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day, which asked: What did some doctors recommend doing to prevent illness in the 1800’s? If it’s true, it explains why Santa never takes a sick day. Be sure to tune in!

It’s Monday, Walmart World, which means Antonio and Iyube kicked things off with a quote to get you excited for the day: “Nothing great ever came easy.” Whatever we're doing today, let’s strive for greatness! Our Associate Caller of the Day was Lisa from Store 28 in Miami, Oklahoma, who exuded greatness as our very first caller of the week. Coach Connie from Store 2419 in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, also called in to give a big shoutout to her whole team, who did an amazing job during their regional visit. “Popcorn” from Store 1651 in Vallejo, California, called in during Finish the Lyrics and won! "Popcorn" definitely has a kernel of wisdom when it comes to song lyrics. Our Social Media Highlights of the Day went out to a few associates who have just been promoted. Congratulations to Jodi from Store 72 in Pittsburg, Kansas, for her promotion to Digital Team Lead. At Store 743 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, we celebrated Store Manager Michelle and new Store Manager Summer for their recent promotions. Thanks for all of your hard work, everyone! Ever wondered how many Americans have ditched their friends so they could stay home and watch TV? Tune in for the answer and much more on this Motivational Monday!

It’s National Dance Like a Chicken Day, so don’t be chicken, get on up and do that Chicken Dance loud and proud! Our Associate Caller of the Day was Cindy from Sam’s Club 6520 in Vero Beach, Florida. She gave a shoutout to the entire Front End team. Our Vendor of the Day was Stacy who supports the garden center at Store 5157 in Morton, Illinois. Thanks for helping “grow” the business, Stacy! In Milestone Minute, Timothy, Sarah and Wynona celebrated 30, 34 and 40 years respectively with the Walmart family. Customer Jessica, shopping at Store 4108 in Springdale, Arkansas, came dangerously close to nailing a perfect game of Yes or No Way Bo. You’re still a yes in our book, Jessica. Bo chatted with Melody Richard, Walmart’s VP of Pets, who had us all wagging our tails over National Pet Month and all the amazing stuff available at the stores for pets. Additional highlights included tasty talk of buttermilk biscuits and chocolate chip cookies and Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day which asked: What has a third of the U.S. said makes them physically ill? It’s a good question, but the answer stinks. Be sure to tune in!

Happy Friday, Walmart World! In addition to today being National Buttermilk Biscuit day, tomorrow is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. No other cookie feels quite as fitting a way to celebrate a Friday than the classic chocolate chip. Antonio and Iyube especially love the Walmart bakery cookies. Our Associate Caller of the Day was Ronald from Store 1980 in Putman, Connecticut, who was very excited to be our first caller. We also heard from LIVE with Antonio regular, Hakeem, who called in to shout out Store 713 in Dade City, Florida. A big congratulations to Hakeem for his recent promotion to stock team one lead. Antonio and Iyube recapped their visit to Store 5092 in Lewisville, Texas, for Wednesday’s show and gave shoutouts to associates Rain, Blessing, Susan and Cowboy Roy. Our Social Media Highlight of the Day went to the overnight team at Store 5497 in Evans Mills, New York, who move mountains of freight to get the store ready for customers. And a special birthday shoutout went to Front End Team Lead Lexi, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Happy birthday, Lexi! Ever wondered how many people are or have been in a long-distance relationship? Tune in now to find out, and catch all of our associate shoutouts.

On National Third Shift Workers Day, Bo appreciated all the hardworking folks burning the midnight oil, with a show LIVE from Store 5092 in Lewisville, Texas. Our Associate Caller of the Day was Kevin from Store 3488 in Burlington, Wisconsin. He gave a shoutout to Jaime in Electronics and Ian at the front end. In Milestone Minute, Deborah celebrated 25 years and Mary and Jimmy celebrated 35 years. In Two Truths and a Lie, Bo and Antonio got to know Edgar from Store 5092. Edgar fooled Antonio by NOT waxing on and waxing off. The student has become the master. Liddy from Store 5092 magnified Buzzword victory with a little help from Antonio. Store Manager Blake was the super sleuth to crack the Detective Product case. Additional highlights included Bo’s Fun Trivia, leapfrog, and Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day which asked: What has only happened three times in the last 50 years? Please remember to answer in the form of a question. Be sure to tune in!

LIVE with Antonio has hit the road! Today, we were LIVE from Lewisville, Texas, with the help of a few friends at Store 5092. Antonio and Iyube loved the change of scenery and getting to talk with all of our awesome associate callers. Our Associate Caller of the Day was R. Kelly from Store 919 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, who gave a special shoutout to her overnight crew. We also heard from Blessing to chat about today's studio, Store 5092. In a round of This or That, Rain from Store 5092 decided she wouldn’t mind a giraffe being her only mode of transportation. It makes complete sense to us, Rain. You’d never have to reach for the top shelf again! Our Social Media Highlights of the Day went to Erin from Store 5438 in Berlin, Wisconsin, who is celebrating five years with Walmart and Gina from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, who was just promoted to Front End Team Lead. Congratulations Erin and Gina! All your hard work has definitely paid off. Tune in now to catch Antonio and Iyube’s Dad Joke Limerick and much more on this very exciting Wednesday episode.

It’s National Clean Up Your Room Day, which happens to be the perfect activity to do while listening to another great episode of your favorite podcast. Our Associate Caller of the Day was Jessica from Store 3627 in Oakwood, California. She gave a shoutout to the entire store. In Milestone Minute, Renee, George and Ray celebrated 30, 35 and 40 years respectively with the Walmart family. Bo and Josh had our mouths watering during Feeding Frenzy when they shared the Top 10 Traditional Dishes in America. It’s a great list for anyone wondering what to do for dinner this week. Bo and Josh chatted about tips that can be used to brighten up the day when you’re feeling down. As Billy the Bigmouth Bass says, “don’t worry, be happy.” Matt from Store 573 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, worked through the pain and pulled out the winning answer for Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day which asked: What will 35% of people never experience? You don’t have to be a wise guy to get the answer. Be sure to tune in!

Today is U2 frontman Bono's 61st birthday, so we kicked things off with a great quote from him: “Music can change the world, because it can change people.” Our Associate Caller of the Day was Devontae from Store 2631 in Livonia, Michigan. He shared his favorite motivational quote with us as well, so be sure to tune in and catch Devontae’s words of wisdom. Tammy from Store 4356 in Las Vegas, Nevada, called in to celebrate the remodel team, who are officially a part of the Walmart family forever. We had a very special first on the show today with our first call from a vendor! Our vendor friend called in to shout out Candy and Trey at Store 4048 in Prairieville, Louisiana. Jeremy from Store 1570 in Auburn, Indiana, also called in to celebrate his 20th anniversary as a Walmart associate. Congratulations, Jeremy! In today’s Rapid Questions, Antonio and Iyube discussed their favorite parts of the human face. We now nose what Antonio’s favorite feature is! Our Social Media Highlight of the Day went to the team at Store 742 in Kingsport, Tennessee, for their incredible teamwork re-stocking the shelves. Another big social shout out went to Sharon at Store 1364 in Lake Havasu, Arizona, for passing her certification and becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician. We’re very proud of you, Sharon! Tune in now for all that plus a special Mother’s Day tribute during Who Sang It.

Do the best things really come in small packages? We’ll leave that up to the experts. And, during National Packing Design Day, we’re willing to trust they know what they’re doing. Our Associate Caller of the Day was William from Store 530 in El Dorado, Arkansas. He’s a good son who gave a shoutout to his mom and all the moms out there. In Milestone Minute, Shirlee and Milton celebrated three decades with the Walmart family, and Ruby Gail celebrated a whopping 35 years. Congratulations, guys! In Celebrity Chit Chat, Bo chatted with pop trio Shaed about their hit song ‘Trampoline,’ what the D.C. music scene is like and who in the group is an early riser or a night owl. Eric from Store 2079 in Marquette, Michigan, flew in to play Spy the Lie. Let’s just say James Bond better watch his back. Additional highlights included high school cafeteria superheroes, moms (who are the real superheroes), and Bo’s Impossible Question of the Day which asked: What does the average person have 96 of a year? Customer Madison from Niles, Michigan, untangled the clues, brushed aside the competition and pinned down the answer. Be sure to tune in!