Secondhand Sessions

Fearless & Forward

Fearless isn't just the title of the new Season Two Episode, it is the absolute prerequisite for surviving and thriving in non-profit retail leadership today. In this raw

Light Bills | Bright Light

Save thousands of dollars operating your business at no upfront cost? It sounds like a tall tale, but on this episode of Secondhand Sessions, I'm diving into the data to

2026: Precedent is Irrelevant | Embrace the Doubt

Happy New Year! I’m kicking off 2026 with a raw, solo session recorded from the front seat of my car, looking at the doors of our brand-new 44,000+ sq. ft. ReStore. This

The Executive Guide | Thrift Meets Purpose (Live from Memphis)

This special live podcast session, recorded in front of an audience of 200 Large ReStore operators, features Dwayne Spencer, CEO & President of Memphis Habitat for Humani

Vendor Hall Blitz | The Products & Partners Transforming Thrift

Are you ready to revolutionize your nonprofit thrift operation? Buckle up for an inspiring and insightful marathon session recorded live from the Vendor Hall at the Habit

Hindsight | Headway | "Hello" Memphis

All in 10 minutes. In this special solo session, host BJ hits the pause button on the usual interview format for a critical pre-conference primer. The driving theme: wh

Drive Data | Not Trucks | Resupply (Part 1)

Thrift leaders, are you ready to drive data instead of trucks? Get ready for a revolution! In this episode, we're announcing a groundbreaking deal with a company that’s

Finding True North | The People Factor

In this session, we uncover the incredible journey of John Kunzelman, manager of a Habitat for Humanity ReStore, and a true pioneer in redefining what thrift truly means.

Vision, Vulnerability, Resilience | The Unbreakable Angy Smith

In the face of unprecedented obstacles, have you built a team you'd "go to war with"? A team ready to confront any challenge, big or small, with resilience and unity? If

Empowering Thrift Operators | A Key to Growth and Innovation

In this session, Greg Bradley, an expert in the thrift store industry with Recolor (a recycled paint company), shared invaluable insights into the unique world of thrift

Beyond the Numbers | The CFO Advantage with John Garton

In this conversation, John Garton, the Chief Financial and Operating Officer of Habitat for Humanity of South Central New Jersey, shares his journey with the organization

Community | Resilience | Thrift: The Asheville Story

In this session, BJ Breish interviews Jeff Bridgman, the ReStore Director at Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity, delivering a powerful narrative of resilience and commun

Choose Success: The Cheyenne ReStore Journey

In this session, James Fuller shares his journey as the manager of the Cheyenne ReStore, detailing the transformation of the store from a struggling operation to a thrivi

Boosting your Bottom Line: The Clothing Advantage

In this episode of Secondhand Sessions, BJ Breish and Jessica Rennard discuss the evolving landscape of the resale industry, focusing on Jessica's extensive experience in

Building Culture in Thrift

In this episode, Bob and BJ discuss the transition from traditional retail to thrift store management, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, team culture, and adap

Empowering Survivors through Thrift

Welcome to Episode 1 of Secondhand Sessions. This marks the beginning of a new podcasting adventure to capture voices and perspectives throughout the Thrift Industry! Joi

Introduction - Secondhand Sessions

Welcome to Secondhand Sessions, a podcast dedicated to the non-profit thrift store community. Your host, BJ Breish, brings years of thrifting experience but admits to bei