
Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture
Unglossy is a thought-provoking journey into the heart and soul of branding. Explore the moments, vulnerabilities and creative sparks that fuel the relationship between brand and culture.
Latest Episodes

Keenan Scott II
In this week's episode of Unglossy, Tom and Jeffrey sit down with Keenan Scott II, a prolific playwright, poet, actor, director, and producer from Queens, New York.

TT the Artist
Grab your red hat and buckle up, because we’re diving headfirst into the unstoppable universe of TT the Artist—a visionary multimedia maestro who’s danced her way through both music and film with fearless creativity.

Mitchell Jackson
In this compelling episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mitchell S. Jackson opens up about his remarkable journey from the tough streets of Portland, Oregon, to becoming a celebrated writer and educator.

Troy White
Join us as we unravel the incredible journey of Troy White, who went from being dubbed the worst bank teller in Pennsylvania to a trailblazer in lifestyle marketing.

William “Classic” Thomas
Join us for a hilarious yet enlightening talk with William "Classic" Thomas, a visionary content creator and brand strategist, as he shares unconventional strategies for breaking through the commodification of creativity.

Isaac Hayes III
Isaac Hayes III, a visionary entrepreneur and tech innovator, joins Tom and Jeffrey to talk about the journey behind Fanbase, a platform poised to change the game in content creation and monetization.

Jonny Price
Unlock the secrets of equity crowdfunding (yikes! that's another 25 cents for the swear jar), scratch that, "community round" with our insightful guest, Johnny Price – VP of Fundraising at Wefunder.

Backstory
How did a CCO, a music industry veteran, and a hip-hop artist come together to explore the intersection of branding and culture? In this episode, discover the invisible thread that connects hosts Tom Frank, Jeffrey Sledge, and Mickey Factz, forming the foundation of Unglossy.

Stirman
This week we explore the extraordinary career of Stirman, a tech visionary whose unconventional journey spans from auto repair to social media giant to the realms of mindfulness and music.