The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which analyst John Reeves and analyst Jason Moser discuss topics across the investing world.

John and Jason take a look at Whole Foods' earnings. The company seemed to do well, as food inflation moderated somewhat. The video concludes with Jason offering up his long-term outlook.

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