AM/PM Podcast

Helium 10

Welcome to the AM/PM Podcast! The show for Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop sellers who want to grow smarter, scale faster, and build e-commerce businesses that earn around the clock in the AM and the PM. Hosted by Helium 10’s Bradley Sutton with co-hosts Carrie Miller and Shivali Patel, this podcast dives deep into Amazon FBA, Walmart, TikTok Shop, AI strategies, and the newest trends shaping e-commerce. Each week, you’ll hear actionable insights, real-world experiments, behind-the-scenes lessons, and conversations with the industry’s top operators and innovators. From launching products to building brands to creating revenue streams that work while you sleep, the AM/PM Podcast gives you the tools and tactics to stay ahead in a rapidly shifting online marketplace. New episodes drop every Wednesday and Friday. And every Wednesday, you’ll also get the Helium 10 Weekly Buzz, your rapid-fire update on the latest news, new Helium 10 feature releases, and trends impacting e-commerce sellers. Subscribe and level up your E-commerce game!

  1. 2h ago

    #536 - Q4 Holiday Deadlines Are Here! New Buy Box Changes & Ways to Cut Return and Storage Costs | Weekly Buzz 7/9/26

    Amazon announces Q4 holiday deal and inventory deadlines, new changes to the featured offer or buy box eligibility, and new ways to reduce return and storage costs. We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s Manager of Education and Strategy, Carrie Miller. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Amazon Seller Central: Holiday 2026: Same fees, same eligibility, earlier deadlines https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHU1g0VUNBUjQ3N1RSR0VZ New Claude Skill for Listing and PPC Optimization https://pages.helium10.com/amazonlisting-skill-opt?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=listing_skill Amazon Seller Central: Updates to Featured Offer eligibility requirements https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHR0ZTV0tCQlNSSkRSQzg2 Amazon Seller Central: Reduce return costs with returnless resolutions https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHTTRWUllGS1JKNkxQNTRR Amazon Seller Central: Send to Global Warehousing and Distribution and get 30 days of free storage https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHMllVUUI2MjZXRzY2NEdE In episode 536 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Carrie talks about: 00:00 -  Introduction 00:43 - Holiday 2026 Deal and Inventory Deadlines 04:07 - New Claude Skill for Listing and PPC Optimization 10:14 - Updates to Amazon Featured Offer or Buy Box 11:32 - How to Track Top Clicked Amazon Products Over Time  14:38 - Returnless Option to Reduce Return Costs 16:24 - 30 Days Free Global Warehousing and Distribution

    19 min
  2. 5d ago

    #535 - The Repeat Purchase Strategy That Built A $20M Brand

    What separates short-term Amazon sales from long-term brand growth? Learn the repeat purchase strategy behind a $20M brand and how sellers can use it. In this episode of the AM/PM Podcast, host Carrie Miller welcomes Jason McLellan of Prime Team Agency to break down the customer retention strategy behind VitaCup’s growth into a $20 million Amazon and omnichannel brand. Jason shares how Amazon started as VitaCup’s smallest sales channel at around $2 million, then became a major driver of the business by using a different way of thinking: focusing less on cheap customer acquisition and more on which products created loyal, repeat buyers.   Jason explains how the VitaCup team used cohort data and product repeat rates to understand which ASINs were truly worth investing in. Some products looked like winners because they had low CPCs, strong conversions, and high demand, but the data showed that customers were not coming back. Meanwhile, products like Genius Coffee were more expensive to advertise, but they attracted customers who were more likely to repurchase, move into Subscribe & Save, and increase lifetime value.   Carrie and Jason also discuss how sellers can apply this thinking beyond consumables. Whether you sell supplements, food and beverage, lifestyle products, starter kits, or products with replenishable components, the key is understanding how one purchase can lead to the next. Jason shares practical strategies around Subscribe & Save coupons, AMC audiences, DSP retargeting, cross-selling, virtual bundles, multi-packs, listing optimization, and using tools like Helium 10 to make smarter decisions.   The biggest takeaway from this episode is that real Amazon growth is not just about chasing more sales; it is about building a business that customers keep coming back to. When sellers understand their repeat purchase data, they can stop wasting ad dollars on short-term wins and start building a brand with predictable revenue, stronger customer relationships, and long-term profitability. The brands that win are not always the ones that acquire the cheapest customer, but the ones that acquire the right customer and give them a reason to stay.   In episode 535 of the AM/PM Podcast, Carrie and Jason discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 01:52 - Jason McLellan’s VitaCup Growth Story 03:05 - Using Cohorts And Product Repeat Rates 04:39 - Applying LTV Strategy Beyond Consumables 06:24 - The Tale Of Three ASINs 09:49 - Why Low CPC Products Can Be Misleading 11:03 - Shifting Ad Spend Toward Repeat Purchases 12:32 - Reaching 30% Subscribe & Save Volume 15:06 - Using Math As Your Amazon North Star 18:20 - Reading Cohort Retention Data 20:35 - Turning Acquisition Into Subscribe & Save 23:18 - Cross-Selling To Existing Customers 24:53 - Virtual Bundles And Multi-Pack Strategy 27:19 - How Helium 10 Helped VitaCup 30:34 - Listing Optimization And Testing 34:27 - Avoiding Multi-Pack Cannibalization

    37 min
  3. Jul 2

    #534 - Prime Day Winners, New Seller Security & Review Policy Changes | Weekly Buzz 7/2/26

    The full four-day Prime Day event results are in, Seller Central is becoming more secure, and TikTok Shop updates its incentivized review policy. We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s Manager of Education and Strategy, Carrie. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Amazon’s Prime Day drives online sales in the US up 9.3% https://www.retaildive.com/news/amazon-prime-day-online-us-sales-numbers-grow-2026/823973/ Amazon Prime Day Live Tracker 2026 by Numerator https://www.numerator.com/prime-day/ New Claude Skill by Helium 10 https://pages.helium10.com/kwskillopt?utm_source=carrie&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=keyword_skill Passkeys coming to Amazon Seller Central in July https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHR0FUOTRBWlVaWkVTQTQ4 TikTok Shop Incentives Review Policy Update https://seller-us.tiktok.com/university/essay?knowledge_id=4451321470682882&lang=en New business hour delivery requirement for seller-fulfilled shipments https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHOU1VTVdMTURLWjRNWFlC In episode 534 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Carrie covers: 00:00 - Introduction 00:44 - Prime Day 4 Day Event Results are In 04:23 - New Claude Skill by Helium 10 06:16 - Passkeys Coming to Seller Central 08:22 - TikTok Shop Incentives Review Policy Update 10:19 - Amazon Review Download Hack Using TikTok Shop 11:47 - New Business Hour Delivery Required for Seller Fulfilled Shipments

    14 min
  4. Jun 25

    #533 - Day 1 of Prime Day Event Results, New EU Import Rules & Amazon Accelerate | Weekly Buzz 6/24/26

    Day one of the Prime Day event results are in, Amazon accelerated dates, and more info on the EU low value shipment rules. These and more buzzing news on this episode! We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s Manager of Education and Strategy, Carrie Miller. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Amazon’s Prime Day kickoff was the biggest online shopping day of 2026 https://www.retailbrew.com/stories/amazons-prime-day-kickoff-was-the-biggest-online-shopping-day-of-2026 New Feature Alert! Helium 10’s MCP connector lets you pull data into Claude to build custom dashboards, analyze competitor keywords, and combine Cerebro, PPC, Profits, and Brand Analytics insights. More info on EU Import Rules: Starting July 1, 2026, the EU will remove the duty exemption for low-value imports, adding a mandatory €3 customs duty per item or tariff line for shipments under €150 entering the EU from outside Europe. Amazon says FBA remote fulfillment sellers will see this added at checkout, while FBM sellers should review pricing, approved carriers, IOSS details, and fulfillment options like Pan-European FBA to avoid surprises. Amazon Seller Central: Get instant freight quotes and book cross-border shipments in the new portal https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHQ0haNEJNUlRWUENSU0pS Amazon Seller Central: Register to book Seller Café appointments for Seller Growth Summit https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHWU41MjdYRE5FQ1lTWEhK Seller Growth Summit by Amazon on July 16, 2026 at New York Marriott Marquis, New York, NY https://www.sellergrowthsummit.amazon/event/741dcaae-344f-4c53-a324-bcf894bf9c64/about In episode 533 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Carrie covers: 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - First Day of Prime Day Results are In 01:57 - New Feature Alert: Helium 10 MCP 04:43 - More info on EU Import Rules 07:28 - Automate PPC Bids Based on Keyword Rank 12:43 - Amazon Accelerate & Seller Cafe Registrations 14:00 - New Amazon Global Logistics Portal 14:38 - Seller Cafe Registrations at Seller Growth Summit Are open

    16 min
  5. Jun 20

    #532 - Amazon Image and Listing Strategies

    Could one image change unlock more clicks and sales? Learn how Amazon sellers are using AI, split testing, and shopper feedback to stop guessing. What if the biggest improvement to your Amazon listing was not a new product, a lower price, or a bigger ad budget, but a better creative decision? In this episode of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley Sutton sits down with Daniela Bolzmann of Mindful Goods, Justin Chen of PickFu, and Kamaljit Singh of AMZ One Step to break down how Amazon sellers can use AI, split testing, and real shopper feedback to build listing images that convert. The conversation dives into where AI fits into the creative process and where human judgment still matters. Kamal shares how AI can help generate image concepts, analyze competitors, and speed up the creative workflow, while still needing real product photography and design polish for products with small details. Daniela emphasizes that great creative starts with data, not guessing, and that brands should use AI as a tool for smarter iteration rather than a replacement for strategy.   The panel also breaks down why split testing is no longer optional for serious Amazon sellers. Justin explains how sellers can test main images, secondary images, videos, and even competitor comparisons before making changes live on Amazon. Instead of risking sales with untested creative, sellers can use feedback from real shoppers to understand what actually drives clicks, builds trust, and helps products stand out in crowded search results.   From storefront optimization to A+ Content, Rufus/Alexa readiness, video testing, and AI-generated ads, this episode is packed with practical ways to make smarter creative decisions. The inspiring lesson is simple: the sellers who grow are not always the ones with the biggest budgets, but the ones willing to test, learn, and improve. When you combine data, creativity, AI, and customer feedback, every listing becomes an opportunity to build something stronger. In episode 532 of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley, Daniela, Justin, and Kamal discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 01:04 - Meet The Listing Creative Experts 03:44 - Using AI And Photography Together 05:59 - Why Data Should Guide Creative Decisions 08:08 - Split-Testing Main Images Before Going Live 11:24 - What Real Shoppers Notice In Listing Images 13:15 - Testing Images Against Competitors 16:38 - Building An Amazon Image Stack With AI 18:48 - Main Images Vs. A+ Content 24:39 - Storefront Tests That Improve Conversions 29:30 - PickFu Vs. Amazon Manage Your Experiments 36:19 - Optimizing Listings For Rufus And Alexa for Shopping

    46 min
  6. Jun 18

    #531 - Amazon REDUCING Fees? | TikTok Shop Expansion in EU | Weekly Buzz 6/18/26

    Amazon is further reducing fees for some sellers who launch products. TikTok shop is going live in four new countries. Walmart has a new program to ship products to Mexico. These and more buzzing news on today's episode! We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Get increased New Selection Program (2026) benefits starting July 30 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHOUo0VzhKUFVKN01IWk5D TikTok Shop launches in four new European markets in June https://grandeconsumo.com/en/tiktok-shop-chega-a-quatro-novos-mercados-europeus-em-junho/ New Feature Alert! Helium 10 MCP is now available for Elite members, letting sellers connect Helium 10 data directly to Claude to analyze product opportunities, competitor keywords, profit and loss, wasted ad spend, and more without downloading spreadsheets manually. The tool can turn time-consuming tasks into quick AI-powered workflows, and it’s expected to roll out to Diamond members soon. Upload country-specific images directly in Image Manager https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHWlNCSjJEWkw0WVA3Nzk5 Walmart Opens Walmart.com to Mexican Customers https://www.grocerytradenews.com/walmart-mexico-e-commerce-expansion/ Quick note: Helium 10 MCP is currently available first to Elite members, with Diamond access expected to roll out soon. If you want early access to this time-saving AI workflow, upgrade to the Diamond plan now and use code SSP20 for 20% off for six months, or SSP10 for 10% off for life. In episode 531 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Bradley covers: 00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - Amazon REDUCING Fees? 06:29 - 4 New TikTok Shop Marketplaces 07:21 - Long-Awaited Helium 10 MCP  11:05 - Amazon Image Manager Update 12:48 - Free Amazon PPC Training 14:54 - Walmart NARF? 17:11 - Waitlist for MCP

    19 min
  7. Jun 13

    #530 - Top 10 Completely Unique Amazon & TikTok Shop Strategies – Part 5

    In this episode, learn 10 Amazon and TikTok Shop strategies using Helium 10 to automate ads, find hidden product opportunities, analyze keywords, and improve profitability. What if some of the biggest Amazon and TikTok Shop opportunities are hiding in places most sellers never check? In this episode of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley Sutton, Carrie Miller, and Shivali Patel break down 10 unique strategies designed to help sellers save time, uncover hidden data, and make smarter decisions across Amazon and TikTok Shop.   The episode starts with advanced Amazon advertising strategies, including how to automatically adjust bids based on keyword rank and how sellers can use historical Brand Analytics data to see which products consistently won clicks and purchases for important keywords. These strategies can help sellers protect ranking, improve targeting, and better understand who their real competitors are over time.   The conversation also dives into product research and listing insights, including the “zombie hunter” method for finding out-of-stock products that used to generate strong sales. Carrie also shows how sellers can quickly uncover top keywords from Amazon search results, while Shivali explains how to use seller country data and TikTok Chrome Extension insights to better evaluate competition and customer demand.   For sellers expanding into TikTok Shop, this episode also covers how to manage TikTok ads more efficiently, estimate profitability across different fulfillment methods, and decide whether a product is worth testing on the platform. The closing message is clear: sellers who know where to find hidden data, automate smarter, and act on overlooked opportunities can make better decisions faster. If you are selling on Amazon, TikTok Shop, or both, this episode is packed with strategies worth implementing. In episode 530 of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley, Carrie, and Shivali discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 01:54 - Keyword Rank Rule Ads 07:05 - Black Box Zombie Hunter 10:15 - TikTok Chrome Extension 11:41 - Black Box Historical ABA For Keywords 14:39 - Xray Keywords 16:33 - Country Of Origin Chrome 18:25 - Elite Trainings 21:19 - Follow Up Timing Scheduling 23:37 - TikTok Ads 25:55 - TikTok Profitability Calculator

    31 min
  8. Jun 11

    #529 - Amazon Listing Title Armageddon? (Or Fake News?) & Walmart and TikTok Shop "Prime Days" | Weekly Buzz 6/11/26

    The most in-depth discussion on this new Amazon title change that everybody is up in arms about. But spoiler alert, I think it's not a big deal at all. This and more on this Weekly Buzz episode! We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Updates to improve your Amazon product titles begin on July 27 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHV0NZOTdDTktSR0pHQzlW Walmart finally revealed its sale dates—and it starts before Prime Day https://www.usatoday.com/story/shopping/deals/retailers/walmart/2026/06/08/walmart-summer-sale-2026-dates-announced/90467677007/ Register now for Amazon Accelerate 2026 and save $100 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHN0xKRDNINjJFSjk1QlJV Helium 10’s free Amazon Search Anomaly tracker recently detected the biggest spike in Amazon Search Anomalies since March 2026, which may explain sudden ranking drops, de-indexing, or sales/page view dips across multiple listings. Sellers can check their Keyword Tracker and sign up at h10.me/asa to get notified when these anomalies happen, even though the main solution is simply to wait for Amazon to resolve them. Bradley recommends binge-watching his two-part Maldives Honeymoon Launch Strategy episodes, covering Rufus or Alexa for Shopping, product research, and the exact launch steps that helped him reach page one for nearly all main keywords within one week. He also reminds sellers that while there is no immediate “Amazon listing title Armageddon,” they may need to take action by July 27th. In episode 529 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Bradley covers: 00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - Amazon Listing Title Armageddon? 21:57 - Walmart, Target, TikTok Shop "Prime Days" 22:47 - Catching Multi-Market Amazon Hijackers 25:14 - Amazon Accelerate 2026 Registration Open 26:19 - Amazon Search Shuffle Back 29:22 - 2026 Amazon Launch Guide

    31 min
4.7
out of 5
210 Ratings

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Welcome to the AM/PM Podcast! The show for Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop sellers who want to grow smarter, scale faster, and build e-commerce businesses that earn around the clock in the AM and the PM. Hosted by Helium 10’s Bradley Sutton with co-hosts Carrie Miller and Shivali Patel, this podcast dives deep into Amazon FBA, Walmart, TikTok Shop, AI strategies, and the newest trends shaping e-commerce. Each week, you’ll hear actionable insights, real-world experiments, behind-the-scenes lessons, and conversations with the industry’s top operators and innovators. From launching products to building brands to creating revenue streams that work while you sleep, the AM/PM Podcast gives you the tools and tactics to stay ahead in a rapidly shifting online marketplace. New episodes drop every Wednesday and Friday. And every Wednesday, you’ll also get the Helium 10 Weekly Buzz, your rapid-fire update on the latest news, new Helium 10 feature releases, and trends impacting e-commerce sellers. Subscribe and level up your E-commerce game!

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