The Walmart World Radio Podcast

In the professional game, you’ve got your rising stars and the mentors who help them shine. Yolanda Horton-Evans? She’s rocking both roles. Her mentors weren’t just there to guide her to store manager status – they were her career GPS, opening her eyes to endless paths to explore. Today, Yolanda’s a Regional VP in North Carolina, and she’s all about paying it forward, guiding others on their own paths to success. Tune in to her journey and get to know the real ‘Londa.’ She’s not just watching from the sidelines – and she’s got her team’s back, every step of the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step into the world of cybersecurity with Angel Johnson, the ultimate firewall fighter at Walmart Global Tech. As the Director of Business Information Security and a doctoral candidate pursuing a PhD in technology, Angel's accustomed to hacking through challenges in her day to day. She's also a true original, one who plays to her strengths as an investor, author and hotelier. Tune in for her story – it's packed with bytes of wisdom and is as one of a kind as she is! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Ashley Allemore, the dynamic leader setting the pace at Sam’s Club 6220 in Slidell, Louisiana. From cashier to club manager, her career journey is pure inspo! Today, Ashley heads up the Women in Leadership initiative in her market, teaming up with awesome orgs like the PKD Foundation and Mighty Moms. Did we mention, she’s a CrossFit queen, sweating it out with her fam at their home gym? Join us as we explore how she challenges her team, champions others and keeps pushing boundaries, all while never slowing down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet April Showers, the boss behind Afro Unicorn, who lives by the motto, “All gas and no brakes.” In this Black & Unlimited episode, April gets real about her journey as an entrepreneur and trailblazer. From hair products to apparel, she’s all about paving the way for women and children of color and creating space for everyone. And as the first female, Black-owned business to own a licensed character brand in major retail, she’s breaking serious boundaries. You could say launching Afro Unicorn has been an epic ride! 🦄💥Don’t miss her magical story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s snack time, but make it inclusive. That’s exactly what Denise Woodard did when she founded Partake Foods, a line of cookies and breakfast mixes that also happen to be gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO and free of the top nine allergens. Join us as we dive into Denise’s journey and discover how Partake is championing food inclusivity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step inside the creative mind of Midwest Kids founder Darryl Brown! Darryl's styled for major athletes, celebs and more, and he's seen explosive success with his first Walmart collab. Join us for our second episode of Black and Unlimited – and prepare to be inspired! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the scoop on Walmart's Black and Unlimited campaign! DJ Vaughn Director of Multicultural Media Partnerships tells all with Bo, revealing how this campaign transcends boundaries. Tune in for the deets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From last-minute shopping advice to the box it or bag it gift wrap debate, the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio team had holiday gifts on the brain. Kirby kicked off the show with a festive round of 20 Seconds or Less, and Barbara from Store 2047 in Palmyra, Maine sleighed the game. Then, talk about timing! Just as Bo confessed that he’d barely gotten started on his Christmas shopping, Amber and Ryan from walmart.com/live stopped by with 11th hour gift ideas to satisfy everyone on Bo’s list. Spirits were bright on the Chris Show, especially when customer Autumn called in to shout out her mom, who has worked at Store 177 in Paris, Arkansas, for 42 years! Anything else? Kirby and Producer Dave took on the queen of Christmas in the Group Chat, and it was all downhill when sledding overtook snowball fights by a single vote during the closest Epic Showdown in Chris Show history – say it ain’t snow (oh oh 🎶). Take a break from the holiday hustle and tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From not-so-ugly sweaters to Christmas tree trivia, Chris, Kirby and Bo turned up the holiday spirit in the Walmart & Sam’s Club Radio studio during this week’s episode! Chris’ heart grew several sizes during a round of Guess the Movie, and the laughs really added up for regular caller Jersey Joe from Store 3774 in Williamstown, New Jersey. Meanwhile, Kirby brought the holiday sparkle with her spotlight on Karianne Welsh in Club 4982 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, in You Glow Girl. And the phone lines were all a-jingle when Michigan-based Salvation Army bell ringer Jamie called in to thank Walmart and associates for their support of the Red Kettle campaign. Anything else? Cocoa sleighed the competition in Chris’ Christmas Beverage Showdown, and Bo stumped callers with his Impossible Question: 35% of people have this item in their home through Christmas. The answer? As elf we’d tell you! Pour yourself a cup of cheer and tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tis the season … to spread cheer across the airwaves! From holiday movie traditions to December baking tips that totally sleigh, Kirby, Chris and Bo brought the merriment to the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio studio. Bo challenged callers with this week’s Impossible Question (7% of people say they do this on Christmas Day) while Chris kept it jolly with an unforgettable round of Guess the Movie (hint: Chris watches this 90s Christmas classic every December!). Meanwhile, Kirby kept Dave waiting on pins and pine needles with a big calendar confession. In between the radio team’s holiday hijinks were a profusion of festive shoutouts from associates: Laura from Store 281 in Heber Springs, Arkansas, called to toast Mark’s 30th work anniversary. Noah from Store 4333 in Fairhope, Alabama, called to celebrate his team for keeping the store running throughout the holidays and beyond. And Steve from Store 575 in Woodstock, Georgia, had a very special shoutout: to the entire team at Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio. The music and entertainment they provide “makes for a quick day,” said Steve. Tune in for more heart-brightening moments – and a lot of merry magic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From heartwarming holiday trends to post-Thanksgiving workouts, this episode was totally stuffed! During a “give thanks” edition of The Bo Show, Bo celebrated veterans making a difference in their communities, including Jerry from Store 7440 in Topeka, Kansas. In an extra bright edition of You Glow Girl, Kirby turned the spotlight on regional vice president Kyla Luckie, who joined Walmart as a part-time associate in the toy department on the day after Thanksgiving – 38 years ago! Meanwhile, Chris tested listeners’ Black Friday knowledge in Take on Me, and Steve from Store 575 in Woodstock, Georgia, got it in one. Anything else? Kirby explored the hottest holiday wellness trends, Chris and Producer Tanner popped some corny jokes in Master Dad Joke Theater and more. You could say it was all in a holi-day’s work for the Walmart & Sam’s Club Radio crew – tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio team were all too ready to talk turkey … and cranberries, sweet potato pie and all the fixings. And so were the associates! Kirby got the gratitude party started with a holiday shoutout from Jeff Jeff – the man with “the name so nice, you gotta say it twice!” – from Store 3004 in Cicero, Illinois. Meanwhile, Bo and Chris popped down to Garland, Texas, for Store 1800’s Grand Reopening celebration. Associate Joe joined Chris during the live broadcast and shared some incredible moments and memories from his 35-year year career with Walmart. And later, Bo dished up this delicious Impossible Question: just 25% of people say they like this Thanksgiving dish? Abraham from Store 5626 in Tucson, Arizona, had a berry good guess, but did he nail it? Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step aside destination weddings and say “aloha” to destination store openings! That’s right, The Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio crew headed waayy out of town for the Second Best Day Ever of the Grand Re-Opening event for Store 2473 in Hilo, Hawaii! And wow, do the associates and customers in Hilo (pronounced he-low), know how to celebrate. Kirby got the party started with overnight associate Bridget, who said that after 26 years at the store, her team is her “ohana,” or family – and not just because her husband has worked alongside her for many of those years! Later, Bo tested associate Mahalo’s Hawaiian knowledge with an island-themed round of Yes or No Way Bo. Then, Chris met up with Navy veteran and Tom Brady fan, Garnett, who shared that after six years at the Hilo store, the aloha energy is as strong as ever. Afterward, special guests Joe and Amanda, from Children’s Miracle Network and the Kapiolani Medical Center, dropped by to shoutout the associates’ record-breaking support of the Kapiolani Medical Center and their heart for the big island’s “keiki” (Hawaiian for kids). Anything else? Bo and Chris enjoyed a [coco]nutty round of Master Dad Joke Theater, and digital team lead Rosie stole the mic – and the show – with her encouraging Before You Go. Kirby’s officially her number one fan. Store 2473, we’ll lava you forever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From hot takes with star chefs to totally snackable games and trivia, the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio crew turned up the heat when they flew to Dallas, Texas, for a live four-day broadcast at the World Food Championships. Bo and Kirby chowed down with celebrity food judge Trey Chapman in the Sam’s Club Member’s Mark Lounge. Things took a spicy turn during an eye-watering round of Yes or No Way Bo, and Bradley from Store 719 in Richmond, Kentucky, brought some sizzling guesses. In Guess the Movie, Chris took a bite out of a 70s classic, and Bill from Store 2613 in Bucryus, Ohio, didn’t sugarcoat his response. What else? Molly Bz Cookies’ Molly Blakely brought the fun[fetti] to Kirby’s group chat, and it was a foodie snack-down when former WWE wrestler Mark Henry stopped by to discuss his passion for bacon, roasted meats and red velvet tea cakes. Hope you brought your appetite – because this week’s episode is a real treat! 🍬 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you Team Pumpkin or Team Pecan? From the great Thanksgiving pie debate to the festive activities sweeping the country this season, the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio team dialed up the holiday cheer in this week’s episode. First, the Sam’s Club Merry Express kicked off its cross-country holiday tour, and Bo and Producer Dave caught a ride to its first stop: Club 4817 in Birmingham Alabama. Detective Product, meanwhile, still had Halloween on the brain. Fortunately, so did Brandon from Club 6663 in Saginaw, Michigan, who called in with a sugary sweet answer. Back at the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio studio, Chris warmed up the airwaves with some toasty shoutouts from Mercedes in Club 4781 in Lansing, Michigan, and Malik in Store 8161 in York, Pennsylvania. Later, Tristan from Store 262 in Benton, Illinois, played a smashingly good round of Take on Me. Tune in for some festive fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Halloween week! Chris, Kirby and Bo embraced the spirit 👻of the season – and brewed up plenty of mischief during this week’s episode. Chris kicked off the show with an otherworldly round of Guess the Movie, and customer Cathy from Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, beamed in with the answer. Things took a spooky turn in the Group Chat, when Kirby and Producer Dave discussed the debut of a spine-chilling new reality-tv show. Fortunately, Delaney from Store 6173 in Robertstdale, Alabama, brightened the mood with some sunny shoutouts to associates across the store. And Bo geared up for Halloween back in his home state, where he joined store manager Jen, ship-from-store digital associate Holly Amy and others for the fa-boo-lous grand reopening of Store 1656 in Meadville, Pennsylvania. From Chris’ ghoulishly good Halloween puns to the great bats versus cats Halloween debate, tune in and treat yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Halloween around the corner, Kirby, Chris and Bo have been having a gourd of a time in the Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio studio! From the most-streamed wedding song to AI-generated deep fakes, Kirby kept the conversation fab-boo-lous in The Group Chat. Also, did you know Producer Dave was once a wedding DJ? Chris’ show took a hair-raising turn with a Guess the Movie throwback to an 80s Halloween classic, and Martin from Club 8107 in Huntsville, Alabama, called in cold – but came in super hot! – with the correct answer. And Bo served up some spicy-spooky Detective Product clues. Fortunately, Ian, from 2793 in Kernersville, North Carolina, was up for the challenge. Listen if you dare! 🦇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a bevvy of fall birthday shoutouts to Bo’s Halloween tips, the Walmart & Sam’s Club Radio team embraced the spirt of the season – and more – on this week’s episode. Bo tried to mist-ify listeners with a spooky round of Detective Product, but Tyler from Store 2909 in Corry, Pennsylvania, was able to clear the air. A game of Take on Me took a cheese-y turn on The Chris Show, and Chelsea from Store 2059 in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, called in with a picture-perfect response. And Kirby dialed up the red-carpet energy during a live broadcast from Store 2912 in Taylor, Michigan. Don’t miss her conversation with Women of Color STEM awardee Alfie, who shared her remarkable career journey from cashier to cybersecurity expert. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Hear ye, hear ye, everyone – it is time to cozy up!” – Kirby G. The Walmart and Sam’s Club Radio team jumped into the aisles to kick off the fall season last week, celebrating everything from big October anniversaries to the cozy flavors spicing up the coffee aisle. Bo got things started with a sunny round of Detective Product, and Patricia from Neighborhood Market 4434 in Ocala, Florida, called in to throw some shade. Meanwhile, Kirby shared an autumn PSA for her fellow pumpkin spice lovers. She and Producer Dave also bugged out over the latest cicada science. And later, Ryan from store 1030 in Lancaster, South Carolina, helped Chris unmask a 90s blockbuster in Guess the Movie. What else? Walmart Neighborhood Market turned 25! Tune in for birthday shenanigans and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirby, Chris and Bo were prepared for anything during this week’s episode! Up first: It was the birthday club induction Kirby had been anticipating for more than half a year. Anne Pearce from Store 2155 in Gardener, Massachusetts, called in on the eve of her birthday, and when Kirby gave her the floor, Anne used it to wish two other associates a happy birthday! Then: With the help of regular caller Jersey Joe from store 3774 in Williamstown, New Jersey, Chris kicked off the show with a trip down memory lane. Later, he joined Walmart pantry merchants Todd and Alex to dish about back-to-school deals making their way online and into stores and clubs. Finally: Bo and Producer Dave brainstormed Halloween costume ideas, and customer Sylvia from New Jersey joined in the fun. What else: Kirby and Dave discussed the breakthrough (and eco-friendly) spider-web tech changing fashion and medicine; Candice from 1233 in Paintsville, Kentucky, cracked a [naturally] sweet case of Detective Product; and more. Tune in – if you dare! 👻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices