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New ‘Prodcast’ showcases some of the most interesting products hitting shelves

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Talking Retail has launched its new ‘Prodcast’ a video podcast in which the Independent Retail News / Talking Retail team reviews some of the eye catching products that have landed on our desks. The first in the series features Tayto’s Marmite crisps, Peperami Tapas and…

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