The Impulso Podcast

Momentum Works

The Impulso Podcast is hosted by Momentum Works, a venture outfit headquartered in Singapore. Each week, our in-house experts, community and guests unpack the latest trends, undercurrents and lessons in tech across borders. We explore topics like innovation, ecommerce, digital financial services, venture investment, and the broader digital economy. ‏‏‎ ‎ In addition to covering our home base of Southeast Asia and advanced global markets like the US, we also draw extensive lessons from tech companies in China. ‏‏‎ ‎ Visit momentum.asia or get in touch via hello@mworks.asia for our insights reports, newsletter, Academy and Venture offerings.

  1. 1 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    E129: Why Great Food Isn’t Enough for Restaurants to Succeed, Featuring Prof. Sherri Kimes

    Why do most restaurants and hotels fail within a few years? It’s rarely because of bad food or poor service, but rather failure to manage demand, pricing, and customer mix effectively. In this episode of the Impulso podcast, Professor Emeritus at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration and hospitality revenue management expert Sherri Kimes unpacks how the industry has transformed over the last 20 years, and what it really takes to survive. Tune in as we dive into: • Why “good enough” food often beats culinary brilliance; • The critical gap between having data and actionable information; • How digital-first players like Luckin Coffee are outmaneuvering legacy giants. • The future role of AI in hospitality, and where it’s just hype. From hotel revenue management and AI in hospitality, these insights will change the way you see, and run, a hospitality business. Timestamps: 00:01:10 – From phone calls to QR codes, 25 years of hospitality evolution 00:06:51 – The art of saying “yes” in revenue management 00:17:43 – Why simplicity always beats good food 00:27:50 – Luckin Coffee’s digital advantage 00:39:18 – AI in Hospitality & Restaurants: hype or game-changer? Featured materials: Inside Luckin Coffee: Strategy, model, and international playbook report, Momentum Works  Chinese F&B in Southeast Asia report, Momentum Works  Luckin Coffee brings manufacturing back to the USA? | Impulso E123

    45 phút

  2. 29 THG 7

    E128: Behind $0 Bubble tea in china: China's quick commerce war explained

    The quick commerce war happening in China right now has seen billions of dollars spent. There have been a record number of subsidies pumped into the war by the major players - over RMB20 billion and counting, and a record number of orders by consumers - 120M daily orders on a single platform.  In this episode, Jianggan and Sabrina dive right into the centre of the battle of the giants - Taobao, JD.com, and Meituan. From billion-yuan subsidy pledges to PR wars, this quick commerce showdown is reshaping not just consumer habits, but also how these tech giants are positioning themselves for the future.  Timestamps: 00:00:30 – Someone ordered 2,200 cups of bubble tea for free? 00:05:00 – What is happening in China right now and how did it start? 00:07:50 – Chinese government has something to say about all of this 00:10:45 – Meituan’s CEO says this subsidy war is pointless?! 00:15:30 – Who’s likely to win… and what happens next

    17 phút

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    E127: Is POPMart engineering a soft landing for Labubu?

    Chinese customs have been busy catching fake Labubus - one airport even found to up 34,000++ fake labubus. Why are the chinese customs so zealous about fake Labubus? What is driving the rise in fake Labubus and what does this mean for Popmart? In this episode, Sabrina and Jianggan unpack what’s driving the wave of fake Labubus, how resale speculation is heating up, whether Pop Mart is quietly engineering a soft landing for its hottest IPTune in as we explore:- The customs raids and how officials discovered tens of thousands of fake Labubus;- Why Labubu’s resale value has skyrocketed — and the risks that come with it;- What a "soft landing" might look like for Pop Mart;- Why Pop Mart may be taking steps to cool things down — on purpose.Timestamps:00:00:45 – Chinese customs crack down on fake Labubus00:02:10 – 34,620 toys in one suitcase?!00:03:30 – Why is Labubu driving a resale frenzy?00:05:15 – Is Pop Mart engineering a soft landing?00:08:00 – What happens if the Labubu hype crashes?Featured materials: Labubu makes no sense - and that’s why it sells | Impulso E124https://youtu.be/XtdXOygiixoBehind the Labubu craze: PopMart business explained | Impulso E103https://youtu.be/PLIq2UkvgwA

    15 phút

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    E126: Shall we be optimistic about ecommerce in Southeast Asia?

    Southeast Asia’s ecommerce GMV hit $128.4 billion in 2024 — but growth has slowed to 12%, down from 15% the year before. Why did it slow down? Should industry players still be optimistic?  In this episode, Sabrina and Weihan, the author of our 3rd Ecommerce in Southeast Asia report break down the key findings. Tune in as we explore: Why Thailand and Malaysia are now the region’s fastest-growing ecommerce markets; Thoughts on the industry by ecommerce and third party players 4 Key trends we see in Ecommerce How enablers are now evolving into brand builders themselves. Timestamps 00:00:45 – SEA Ecommerce hits $128B, but growth slows to 12% 00:02:00 – Why Thailand & Malaysia are the region’s fastest-growing markets 00:07:30 – SPX overtakes J&T as logistics consolidates? 00:09:30 – Can chinese & local brands challenge global players? 00:12:00 – Will enablers start launching their own brands? Featured materials:  Ecommerce in Southeast Asia report, Momentum Works  Transforming ecommerce with AI: Sell smarter, shop betterHow AI is unlocking $131B in SEA ecommerce | Impulso E125

    14 phút

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    E125: How AI is unlocking $131B in SEA ecommerce

    AI can unlock up to US$131 billion annual ecommerce GMV in Southeast Asia by 2030. With the increasing popularity of ecommerce,  we launched a report studying how AI is already transforming the way we shop, and how it will continue to do so in the future.  In this episode, we talk about the average Southeast consumer’s journey with AI, how we use it, and why it can unlock US$131 billion in GMV by 2030.  Are consumers okay with AI listening in on conversations? Is AI listening to our daily conversations, and are consumers okay with it? How are consumers reacting to AI?Tune in to hear our thoughts!  Timestamps: 00:00:30 - Different ways AI is being used in ecommerce How platforms like TikTok recommend products you didn’t know you wanted 00:02:10 -  How we, as consumers, use AI  00:03:45 -  Does AI enhance the shopping experience?  00:07:30 - AI might not be as helpful as we think now?  00:10:45 — Is AI listening to us? The eerie side of hyper-personalized shopping Featured materials: Ecommerce in Southeast Asia report, Momentum Works https://momentum.asia/product/ecommerce-in-southeast-asia-2025/Transforming ecommerce with AI: Sell smarter, shop betterhttps://momentum.asia/product/transforming-ecommerce-with-ai-sell-smarter-shop-better/

    14 phút

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    E124: Labubu makes no sense - and that’s why it sells

    Labubu is everywhere - from TikTok edits to custom BBLs, to collectors spending hundreds to make theirs one of a kind. In our previous Labubu episode, we spoke about the business behind Popmart and why it is so popular. In this episode, we go further into the consumer’s psyche, over a toy that has no practical purpose.  Tengian, Elody, and Phyllis discuss:  How customization, scarcity, and storytelling drive fan culture The emotional psychology behind spending on toys with zero utility How Pop Mart turned Labubu into its #1 revenue driver — surpassing Molly Why fights are breaking out in stores… and what that says about hype economics Timestamps 00:01:00: Why people are customizing and giving BBLs to Labubu 00:03:30: The cost of a single collectible (and its emotional value) 00:06:00: Why useless things make better business 00:09:00: Labubu surpasses Molly: Pop Mart’s growth explained 00:11:30 – International hype, bans, and resale frenzy Featured materials:  E103: Behind Labubu Craze: Popmart Business explained  https://youtu.be/PLIq2UkvgwA?si=zYwDVzisoavFZgjU

    14 phút

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    E123: Luckin Coffee brings manufacturing back to the USA?

    Luckin Coffee is finally entering the U.S. — starting with New York City. Will Luckin be able to challenge Starbucks in its own backyard? Many mistake Luckin’s product as simply coffee. It is not - Luckin is more like an ecommerce company.  Tune in as we explore:  Luckin’s platform-like model, and how it turns its coffee stores into mini fulfillment centers; Why Luckin launched in New York, unlike Chagee in Los Angeles; How Luckin’s digital DNA gives it a global edge; What challenges Luckin may face, particularly in terms of organisation and people 00:01:00 – Luckin launches in New York 00:04:30 – Food trucks and free coffee: how Luckin builds brand 00:07:30 – Luckin is more like an ecommerce platform than coffee chain 00:11:10 – This is not Luckin’s first international venture   Featured materials:  Luckin Coffee enters Malaysia with an unconventional partner, TheLowDown https://thelowdown.momentum.asia/luckin-coffee-enters-malaysia-with-an-unconventional-partner/ Luckin Coffee lands in New York: Can it take on Starbucks at home?, TheLowDown https://thelowdown.momentum.asia/luckin-coffee-lands-in-new-york-can-it-take-on-starbucks-at-home/ E86: Luckin Coffee opens 20,000th store, The Impulso Podcast  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRg4JqFMmwk Coffee in Southeast Asia, Momentum Works https://momentum.asia/product/coffee-in-southeast-asia/

    16 phút

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    E122: Does 15 minutes quick commerce work in India, or anywhere in this world? | Impulso E122

    In this episode, we dive into the world of quick commerce - also known as “insta shopping” or “near field commerce” by our insights team. In markets like China and India, companies are starting to set their delivery goals within 15 to 30 minutes. We break down what really happens behind the scenes after an order is placed on your smartphones: the logistics, the tech, and the very different operation models behind 15 minute vs 30 minute deliveries. Are 15 minute deliveries even feasible? What challenge do platforms, merchants and riders face in making it work? Will 15 minute delivery become the future of ecommerce? 00:01:00 – What exactly is quick commerce and what are the expectations around the world? 00:03:05 – Insights from inside a dark store 00:06:20 – How does the platform choose to prioritise online orders, or physical shoppers? 00:09:00 – What are the struggles the riders are facing? 00:13:00 – Are 15 minute deliveries feasible? Featured materials: Upstream movie on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/sg/title/81946536

    18 phút
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The Impulso Podcast is hosted by Momentum Works, a venture outfit headquartered in Singapore. Each week, our in-house experts, community and guests unpack the latest trends, undercurrents and lessons in tech across borders. We explore topics like innovation, ecommerce, digital financial services, venture investment, and the broader digital economy. ‏‏‎ ‎ In addition to covering our home base of Southeast Asia and advanced global markets like the US, we also draw extensive lessons from tech companies in China. ‏‏‎ ‎ Visit momentum.asia or get in touch via hello@mworks.asia for our insights reports, newsletter, Academy and Venture offerings.

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    Momentum Works
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    2023 - 2025
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