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.

Meet our hosts – Tom Frank, Jeffrey Sledge and Mickey Factz

Latest Episodes

William “Classic” Thomas
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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.

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Isaac Hayes III
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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.

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Jonny Price
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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.

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Backstory
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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.

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Stirman
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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.

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Jeff and Eric Rosenthal
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Jeff and Eric Rosenthal

In this conversation with ItsTheReal creators Eric and Jeff Rosenthal, we explore their evolution from comedic sketch creators to influential voices in hip-hop storytelling and podcasting.

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KJ Rose
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KJ Rose

In this two-part conversation, we dive deep into the dynamic and inspiring world of Kianna Henson, better known as KJ Rose.

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Chris Atlas
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Chris Atlas

Join us on Unglossy for a two-part deep dive into the intersection of music, branding, and culture with industry legend Chris Atlas.

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Lee Hawkins
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Lee Hawkins

We dive deep with journalist, author, and musician Lee Hawkins. From his impressive career at the Wall Street Journal to his powerful book, "I Am Nobody's Slave," Lee shares his journey, insights on race and trauma, and his passion for music.

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