Brandidly Speaking

Brandidly Speaking is a podcast for marketers, brand builders, and communicators where modern marketing gets real. Hosted by Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC, each episode features candid conversations with founders, executives, creators, and cultural tastemakers reshaping their industries. Together, they break down what it really takes to build brands today: cutting through buzzwords to explore earned-first strategy, storytelling, community, influence, and growth. From the ROI of community to the transition from founder to CEO and navigating the creator economy, Brandidly Speaking offers a strategic roadmap for leaders to unlock your edge and shape what's next. Because today’s marketers have enough noise. We give you access, perspective, and a seat at the table. Join the @brandidly_speaking conversation: Instagram – https://bit.ly/brandidlyspeakingIG TikTok – <a href="https://bit.ly/br

Brandidly Speaking is a arts podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Brandidly Speaking, a arts show with 27 episodes published.

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  What Reddit Can Teach Your Brand About Your Audience

  Aug 12, 202611 min

  What if your audience is already telling you exactly what they care about? In this episode of Brandidly Speaking, Cris Gordon sits down with Alaina Simon, Senior Client Partner at Reddit, to explore how brands can tap into the real conversations happening on Reddit to better understand their audiences. People are openly sharing what they’re interested in, what they love, what they’re buying, and what they’re looking for, giving brands an incredible opportunity to listen and learn. Cris and Alaina talk about how brands can use these real, unfiltered community conversations to uncover consumer insights, spot cultural trends, and make smarter marketing decisions. Because sometimes the best brand strategy starts with listening to what people are already saying. If you’re building a brand, this is an episode you’ll want to listen. New podcast episodes drop every other Wednesday, hosted by Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC. ️ Subscribe on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Follow @Brandidly_Speaking on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok and MMC on Instagram and LinkedIn. We'd love to hear from you: hello@hellommc.com

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  What Comes After a $275 Million Brand? Drybar Founder Alli Webb on Messy

  Jul 29, 202621 min

  What do you do after building one of the most iconic beauty brands in the world? If you're Alli Webb, you start over. In this episode, Cris Gordon sits down with the founder of Drybar and Messy to unpack what really changed between building a $275 million business and launching a brand in today's creator-first world. They discuss why authenticity is becoming every brand's biggest advantage, what founders get wrong about building community, the lessons Alli carried from Drybar (and the ones she left behind), and why embracing the messy middle might be the smartest business move you can make. Whether you're building a business, growing a personal brand, or looking for your next big chapter, this conversation is packed with honest insights, practical advice, and the behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else. New podcast episodes drop every other Wednesday, hosted by Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC. ️ Subscribe on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Follow @Brandidly_Speaking on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok and MMC on Instagram and LinkedIn. We'd love to hear from you: hello@hellommc.com

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  How To Start Building Your Personal Brand Today with Cris Gordon

  Jul 15, 202617 min

  Your personal brand is one of the most valuable assets you'll ever build, and it's about so much more than your social media presence. In this solo episode, Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC, breaks down what it really means to have a personal brand and why it matters. Whether you're a founder, executive, creator, or early in your career, these are the practical steps to start building one with intention. If you've ever wondered how to stand out, attract the right opportunities, and become known for your expertise, this episode is for you. New podcast episodes drop every Wednesday, hosted by Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC. 🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 👍 Follow @Brandidly_Speaking on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok and MMC on Instagram and LinkedIn. 📲 We'd love to hear from you: hello@hellommc.com

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  How to Build True Connection with your Brand’s Audience with CEO of MMC, Olga Fleming

  Jul 8, 202637 minS0

  <p>In today’s episode, Cris sits down with Olga Fleming, CEO of MMC, the communications agency helping brands earn a place in consumers' everyday lives. Olga shares why the strongest brands go beyond awareness and create meaningful rituals, becoming products and services people rely on daily. When a brand successfully integrates into someone’s routine, it transforms customers into true advocates. </p><p>Together, Cris and Olga explore what it takes to deeply understand your audience, identify unmet needs, and build messaging that resonates on a human level. They unpack the habits that set successful founders apart, the mistakes that...

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  How to Build True Connection with your Brand’s Audience with CEO of MMC, Olga Fleming

  Jul 8, 202637 min

  In today’s episode, Cris sits down with Olga Fleming, CEO of MMC, the communications agency helping brands earn a place in consumers' everyday lives. Olga shares why the strongest brands go beyond awareness and create meaningful rituals, becoming products and services people rely on daily. When a brand successfully integrates into someone’s routine, it transforms customers into true advocates. Together, Cris and Olga explore what it takes to deeply understand your audience, identify unmet needs, and build messaging that resonates on a human level. They unpack the habits that set successful founders apart, the mistakes that hold brands back, and how AI can be leveraged as an analytical tool without sacrificing the creativity and emotion that make brands memorable Whether you’re a PR professional, marketer, founder, or simply fascinated by the art and science of brand building, this conversation is packed with candid insights and practical takeaways. Grab a notebook, settle in, and get ready for a masterclass in creating brands that people truly believe in and advocate for. New podcast episodes drop every Wednesday, hosted by Cris Gordon, Head of Beauty at MMC. 🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 👍 Follow @Brandidly_Speaking on Instagram , LinkedIn , and TikTok and MMC on Instagram and LinkedIn . 📲 We'd love to hear from you: hello@hellommc.com

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