From 24 Hours to 30 Days: The Evolution of Black Friday
Hosted by
Nick Schlemmer
Podcast Host & senior in the Professional Golf Management (PGM) program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Jack McFarlane
Podcast Host & Business Development Coordinator at Humareso
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From 24 Hours to 30 Days: The Evolution of Black Friday
Hosts: Jack McFarlane and Nicholas Schlemmer
Summary
Remember waking up before sunrise, standing in long lines, and racing through stores for the best Black Friday deals? Those days may be becoming a thing of the past.
In this episode of The Play by Play, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer explore how Black Friday has evolved from a one-day shopping event into a season of online deals, digital convenience, and changing consumer expectations.
From the rise of Amazon and Cyber Monday to AI-powered price tracking and the decline of traditional department stores, Jack and Nick examine the forces reshaping holiday shopping. They also tackle a question that’s sure to spark some debate: Is Gen Z responsible for the decline of traditional Black Friday shopping, or is this simply the natural evolution of technology and consumer behavior?
Plus, Jack and Nick celebrate four years of The Play by Play, looking back at their earliest episodes, favorite memories, and how far the show has come since recording together in college study rooms.
Takeaways
- How Black Friday has changed as shopping shifts from stores to screens
- Why Cyber Monday, Amazon, and extended holiday sales are changing consumer habits
- The impact of AI-powered price tracking and mobile shopping on purchasing decisions
- What declining foot traffic means for traditional retailers and department stores
- Whether Gen Z is driving the transformation of holiday shopping
- Why convenience, value, and consumer trust may matter more than the biggest advertised discount
- Four years of The Play by Play and the memories that started it all
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