The Art of the Brand
The Art of the Brand is a podcast for business owners focused on branding and strategy. Hosted by Camille Moore and Phillip Millar, internationally recognized branding experts, it offers weekly discussions on brand disasters, industry case studies, insider secrets, and marketing malpractice. The show features top industry guests and aims to help listeners cut through noise and stay ahead of trends.
Episodes
Kylie Jenner's $50M Bra: Where Victoria’s Secret Went Wrong
This week on The Art of the Brand, Camille Moore and Phillip Millar dig into the stories behind the headlines—and what brands can learn from them.They revisit the backlash to their Shane Gillis discussion and make the case for disagreement without outrage. Then they examine Louis Vuitton’s dispute with Molly Tea in China and discuss why cultural context can matter as much as being legally right.Th
Hot Takes, Hot Pants & Brand Backlash
On this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip debate what happens when brands jump into internet controversies—and whether a personal brand can thrive when the business behind it is struggling. They also unpack Netflix’s World Cup deal, Chipotle’s fashion-inspired campaign and TikTok’s changing role. Expect sharp takes, friendly disagreements, and plenty of branding lessons.This episode
Inside the Rise of Brand Media Companies
Nike is losing China, Gap is building a boy band, and Madonna's VMA moment has the hosts split.This week on Art of the Brand, we break down the brand moves everyone's talking about, and what marketers and founders can learn from them.We cover Nike's slide in China while Alo opens a pop-up in Shanghai. We look at what a Quebec duo in alien costumes teaches about standing out, whether Ma
How Loveshack Fancy Turned a Feeling Into a Brand
Camille Moore sits down with Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founder of LoveShackFancy, to discuss how she built her brand through emotional storytelling, distinctive design codes, accessible collaborations, and tightly managed retail experiences.Hire My AgencySerious brand? Serious goals? Work with my team at Third Eye Insights. If they had a great campaign, they probably hired us.👉 https://thirdeyeinsight
How the Right Brand Ambassador can Change Everything
Are brands losing control of their image — or just choosing the wrong faces to represent them? In this episode of _The Art of the Brand_, Camille Moore and Phillip Millar dive into PETA’s Fashion Week fallout, the Lola Blankets “luxury” debate, Reformation’s Olivia Jade gamble, and the Bobbi Brown vs. Molly Sims campaign controversy. They unpack how MrBeast, Hilary Duff, Angel Reese, and Kylian Mb
From Zero to TikTok Shop Giant: Bloom’s Creator‑Led Playbook
This episode of AOTB has Camille Moore pull back the curtain on how a digital‑first CPG brand turned TikTok Shop from a “flashy sales channel” into a long‑term brand engine. From community‑driven growth to retail halo effects, Bloom’s playbook shows what happens when you stop treating creators like a tactic and start treating them like the core of the business.In this episode, we explore:■ The Cre
The Chaos Economy: Foldable Phones, Betting Booms, and Branding Breakdowns
Are brands losing their grip on culture — or are consumers simply evolving faster than the companies trying to reach them? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the forces shaping modern branding, media, and influence. From celebrity business moves to luxury’s identity crisis, from tech giants reinventing themselves to the rise of creator‑driven culture, brand strategist Camille Moore and busines
How Brands Destroy Years of Equity
Some of the world’s most recognizable brands are starting to look a little less distinctive.Nike is losing ground to brands that feel more focused. PepsiCo just ended a 25-year agency relationship. Dyson is selling a $500 toothbrush. The US Open opened the door to creators and discovered that attention comes with less control than it used to. Huda Beauty is trying to move past controversy, while V
Outrage Culture Is Killing Great Advertising
This week's episode is about what happens when outrage travels faster than context.We recorded this one live in Toronto, and it started with an ad. Good Good, one of golf's biggest YouTube channels, created a 60-second campaign with Callaway about a golfer becoming dangerously obsessed with his driver. A few seconds were clipped, reframed as domestic violence, and suddenly the internet was
Fake Outrage, Branding Fumbles and Real Money: The Business of Pretending Online
This week's episode comes to you from Pacifico in Costa Rica, where we traded the studio for 30-degree weather, the Pacific Ocean, and a community that gave us a very different perspective on what makes an experience feel real.And fittingly, that's the thread running through this week's conversation: what's real, what's manufactured, and can consumers still tell the difference?
AI is making everyone sound the same
This week's episode is about what happens when technology makes it easier than ever to look like you've built something without actually doing the work. We recorded this one from Manila, where a conversation about AI influencers, ChatGPT, Reddit and celebrity brands kept coming back to the same question: in a world obsessed with shortcuts, what actually makes a brand real?We break down why Meghan
Did ChatGPT Design Instagram's New Logo?
This week's episode is about the difference between getting attention and actually knowing what to do with it. Alex Cooper just raised $500 million for Unwell, BÉIS sold to Samsonite for $210 million, Instagram changed its identity and pissed off the internet, and the WNBA has more attention than ever while struggling to control what that attention is actually doing to the brand.The common thread
AI can create everything except this
This week's episode is about what happens when the internet starts having more bots than humans. AI can now search, shop, write, clip content and increasingly make decisions for us, but the more efficient everything becomes, the more valuable distinctly human qualities like taste, imperfection, judgment and real connection become.We recorded this one from Austin after two weeks on the road, an
The Motorcycle Crash That Started a Wellness Empire
This week's episode is about what nine years of obsession looks like before anyone is watching. We sat down with Dr. Jason Wersland, the chiropractor who built Therabody out of a hardware-store jigsaw after a motorcycle accident left him in constant pain. He never ran a real ad campaign, and somehow the same device ended up on NFL sidelines, in Emirates first class, and on your mom's night
Why attention is the new brand currency
Every brand wants attention.The best brands know what to do with it once they have it.In this episode, we break down the biggest branding stories of the week to uncover what separates companies that create lasting momentum from those that waste it. From Zara's viral "death pants" and Bayes' brilliant product relaunch to Charlotte Tilbury's battle against dupes, Louis Vuitton&
The Biggest Branding Mistake Companies Keep Making
The best brands don't just sell products; they understand people. In this episode, we unpack what separates brands that become part of culture from those that disappear into the noise. From Taylor Swift's wedding and Phoebe Gates' startup controversy to Norway's remarkable World Cup campaign and Hollywood's latest blockbuster failures, every story points to the same lesson: great branding starts w
Building in Public Changed Their Business ft. Hot Girl Pickles
Most brands think they need more money to grow.Hot Girl Pickles proved they needed a better story.In this episode, we sit down with the founders behind one of the fastest-growing emerging CPG brands to unpack how they turned a simple product into a cultural brand by documenting the journey instead of hiding it.We talk about why building in public creates stronger communities than traditional marke
Why Great Brands Don’t Chase Trends
AI has made content easier than ever, but has it made great branding harder? In this episode, we explore why storytelling still wins, the hidden cost of reactive marketing, what the Figma and Anthropic debate means for creators, and why the brands that stand out aren’t chasing every trend. If you’re building a brand in the AI era, this conversation is for you.🏢 Hire My Agency Serious brand? Seriou
She Made $1 Billion On Glasses
How do you create a brand people genuinely connect with? In this episode, Linda Hammond, the founder of Quay and OTRA shares lessons from growing a global eyewear company, partnering with Kylie Jenner, navigating an exit, and applying those experiences to a new venture. A must-watch for founders, marketers, and anyone passionate about brand strategy🏢 Hire My AgencySerious brand? Serious goals? Wor
Why Reddit Is Quietly Winning The Internet
From Reddit’s rise as the internet’s most trusted source to Google’s AI challenge and Snapchat’s billion-dollar bet on augmented reality, this episode explores the biggest shifts shaping the future of marketing.We break down why search is changing, how AI is influencing consumer decisions, why community is becoming more valuable than ever, and what founders and marketers need to do to stay ahead i
Cannes Lions Day 1: What What The Biggest Platforms Are Doing Right
What actually happens when the biggest marketers, creators, founders and tech companies in the world all gather in one place?In this first episode of Coffee in Cannes, we're taking you behind the scenes of Cannes Lions—not to recap the biggest parties, but to unpack the conversations that actually matter.We discuss why experience has become the new marketing currency, what brands are getting w
The Luxury Brand Formula You Need to Win Ft. Countess Isabelle d’Ornano of Sisley Paris
Luxury brands aren’t built overnight and Sisley Paris is proof of that.In this episode, we sit down with Countess Isabelle d’Ornano to unpack how Sisley became one of the most respected beauty brands in the world through family legacy, long-term thinking, and an obsession with quality over hype. We talk about old luxury, generational brand building, why trust matters more than trends, and the mind
The Elon Musk Lesson
From Elon Musk and SpaceX to YouTube’s takeover of Hollywood, this week’s episode explores why the brands and creators winning today are obsessed with storytelling.We break down the rise of founder-led brands, why influencer marketing is becoming less effective, how YouTube creators are outperforming traditional studios, and why platforms like Meta are betting big on episodic content.If attention
Google Didn't See It Coming
Meta just crossed a line many advertisers never thought possible: it officially surpassed Google in ad revenue.In this weeks episode we break down why marketers are shifting budgets away from traditional search and toward platforms built for discovery, storytelling, and AI-powered targeting. We discuss Meta’s evolving ad ecosystem, the future of digital advertising, and what the shift means for br
Ferrari Just Made A Huge Mistake
Ferrari’s controversial new EV, Gucci’s Formula 1 partnership, LinkedIn’s algorithm overhaul, and Blake Lively’s brand struggles all point to the same question: what actually builds a great brand today?In this episode, we break down why luxury brands are facing an identity crisis, how creator marketing has become a $44 billion industry, why LinkedIn is rewarding expertise over reach, and what bran
The Markup Marché is Insane with The Ordinary!
The Ordinary’s Markup Marché campaign has everyone talking about how much beauty products really cost.In this episode, we break down why the campaign worked, why it also created controversy for Estée Lauder, and what it reveals about trust, pricing, and transparency in the beauty industry.We also discuss YouTube’s rise, influencer fatigue, luxury scarcity, AI-generated brand collabs, and why consu
Why Most Brands Will Lose The Internet
Most brands today don’t have a product problem. They have an attention problem.In this episode, we break down why the internet is becoming harder to win on, why “safe” brands are getting ignored, and how social media has shifted from optional marketing to mandatory infrastructure for modern business.We talk about TikTok Shop becoming a serious threat to Amazon, the rise of world-building in brandi
Why “Safe” Marketing Is Killing Your Brand
Everyone is chasing followers online. But what happens when the follower count stops mattering?In this episode we talk about Instagram’s latest follower cleanup, why so many brands and creators are realizing their audience numbers were inflated, and why engagement, point of view, and actual cultural relevance matter more than vanity metrics.We also discuss the rise of the clipping economy, fake br
AI Slop Is Killing Your Brand
Everyone is fighting for attention online. But what happens when the scroll stops working?In this episode, we talk about why digital-only brands are starting to feel flat, and why real-world moments, billboards, events, activations, and collabs can make a brand feel more legitimate almost instantly.We also discuss AI-written marketing, the return of in-person experiences, beauty events, the Met Ga
Jennifer Aniston’s Hairdresser Reveals The Story Behind “The Rachel”
Chris McMillan has shaped some of the most iconic hair moments in pop culture, but he still sees himself as one thing first: a hairdresser. In this episode, Chris talks about the career, instinct, and obsession behind his work. He created “The Rachel” for Jennifer Aniston and the viral bobs, red carpet looks, and celebrity moments that helped define modern hair. He talks about launching his own pr
The Billion-Dollar Mistake Killing Iconic Brands!
Most brands don’t fail because of the consumer. They fail because they lose their identity.In this episode, we break down some of the biggest brand decisions happening right now, from Lululemon’s controversial CEO appointment to Nike’s ongoing identity crisis, and what they reveal about leadership at the highest level.We unpack why great brands fall apart, how companies lose sight of what made the
Why Brands Are Replacing Culture
Most brands today don’t have a product problem. They have a strategy problem.In this episode, we break down what’s happening behind some of the biggest brand moments right now—from Coachella activations to influencer-led companies—and why so many businesses are confusing visibility with strength.We get into the difference between fast brands and great brands, why hype can be dangerous if it’s not
Coachella Is Over (It’s Just Marketing Now)
Coachella used to be about music. Now it’s about brands.In this episode, we unpack what happens when culture gets commercialized. From influencer-heavy crowds to brand activations that feel more like content factories than real experiences, Coachella has become a case study in how attention has overtaken entertainment.We get into why brands are pouring money into events like this, how influencer-l
Sammy Nusdorf’s Playbook for Meadowlane (How to Build in Public)
Most founders wait until everything is polished before they start talking about their business. Sammy Nusdorf did the opposite.Long before Meadow Lane opened, he started documenting the process in real time. He shared the decisions, the delays, the mistakes, the product development, and the day-to-day reality of trying to build something from scratch. What came out of that was far bigger than awar
Nobody Wants to Buy Your Product
In this episode of The Art of the Brand, Camille Moore and Phillip Millar break down one of the most important truths in modern business: nobody wants to buy your product unless you create a reason for them to care.From Erewhon’s psychological grip on the consumer to Alix Earle’s $1 million beauty launch, Victoria’s Secret’s open casting strategy, and the difference between world-building and lazy
There Is No Monoculture Anymore and Beauty Will Never Be the Same.
Sir John has worked at the highest level of beauty, from Beyoncé’s most iconic creative moments to global campaigns, editorial shoots, brand work, and creative direction inside some of the biggest names in the industry. In this episode of The Art of the Brand, we unpack what has changed.From the death of monoculture and the decline of red carpet relevance to the rise of influencers, parasocial rel
Brand Loyalty Is Breaking and Business Owners Need to Pay Attention
Brand loyalty is not as stable as it used to be, and this episode breaks down why.In this episode of The Art of the Brand, Camille Moore and Phillip Millar unpack the growing pressure brands face as innovation speeds up, products become easier to replicate, and consumers become less loyal than ever before. From Tesla disrupting legacy automakers to dupe culture in beauty, this is a conversation ab
Why Small Brands are Beating Billion Dollar Brands
World-building isn’t optional anymore, it’s the difference between brands that grow and brands that get left behind.World-building isn’t optional anymore, it’s the difference between brands that grow and brands that get left behind.In this episode of The Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip break down what world-building actually looks like in practice, from restaurant experiences and Nike’s camp
How Cymbiotika Built a $500M Brand
Cymbiotika didn’t start as a business; it started as a mission.In this episode of The Art of the Brand, the co-founder and COO of Cymbiotika breaks down how they built one of the fastest-growing wellness brands by focusing on transparency, technology, and community.From identifying a massive gap in the supplement industry to creating a product people actually feel, this conversation dives into wha
Is Hollywood Dying? The Oscars, Revolve & the Future of Brands
The Oscars don’t feel the same, and that’s not just nostalgia. In this episode, Camille and Phillip break down the collapse of monoculture, why Hollywood is losing relevance, and what that means for brands trying to stay visible.From Revolve’s event strategy to Tesla’s diner experience and the rise of TikTok Shop, this episode unpacks why campaigns are no longer enough, and why brands need to thin
Why “Building in Public” Is Beating Traditional Marketing
Last week in New York, Camille and Phillip sat down with Sammy Dorf, founder of the viral Tribeca grocery store Meadow Lane. The conversation unpacked what “building in public” really means — and why showing the messy process of building a business can create far more attention than traditional marketing ever could. From gourmet grocery economics and pricing myths to Expo West trends, food industr
The Truth About Celebrity Beauty Brands
Molly Sims has lived almost every chapter of the entertainment industry — supermodel, actress, producer, podcast host, and now founder of YSE Beauty. In this episode of The Art of the Brand, Molly shares the real story behind launching her skincare company, including the $2.5 million she invested of her own money to make it happen. We talk about why celebrity beauty brands often fail, how building
Luxury Brands Are Tracking You Now (LVMH’s New Move)
Luxury brands are leaning into “authenticity” tech—but the real play is control. In this episode, Camille and Phillip break down LVMH’s blockchain push and what it could mean for resale, verification, and customer blacklisting. They also unpack why Camp Snap cameras are taking over sets, how brands like Medicube engineered celebrity seeding into an affiliate reaction machine, and why Ikea fumbled
Why Great Brands Say No
What actually kills a brand isn’t one bad decision — it’s a thousand small ones. In this episode, Camille and Phillip unpack the leadership lessons behind Bulgari’s long-term discipline, Aritzia’s acquisition of Fred Segal, Ray-Ban’s creative director strategy, and why celebrity collaborations often dilute brand equity. They break down the four brand pillars that protect long-term value, the dange
People Hated Me - Then My Brand Exploded ft. Isabella Chams
People hated her pricing, attacked her brand, and tried to tear it down-- little did they know they were helping build the #1 beauty brand in Colombia.In this episode, Camille sits down with Isabella Chams, founder of Belah Beauty, the leading beauty brand in Colombia. Together, they unpack the unintended benefits of backlash and controversy, and how relentless standards turned a two-year-old Colo
The Super Bowl Branding Mistakes Nobody Talks About
Super Bowl weekend revealed something most brands still don’t understand: digital-only marketing is a trap. In this episode, Camille and Phillip unpack why real-world activations outperform perfectly measurable campaigns, how CMOs get stuck chasing short-term KPIs, and why Instagram has quietly become the center of cultural decision-making. From Lululemon’s Olympic misstep and Ralph Lauren’s preci
The Business of Outrage: What Brands Get Wrong
From beauty backlash to Super Bowl campaigns, this episode breaks down how brands are navigating outrage, algorithms, and attention in real time. Camille and Phillip unpack the controversy around Huda Beauty, Sydney Sweeney’s guerrilla-style launch, Nike x Skims’ algorithm-native storytelling, and why shows like Heated Rivalry are built for social-first consumption. They explore Kendall Jenner’s F
Why World Building Can’t Be Replaced by AI
World-building is everywhere, but most brands still don’t understand what it actually means. In this episode, Camille and Phillip unpack why branding can’t be reduced to checklists, platforms, or AI-generated output. From speaking at Harvard Business School to breaking down why Substack, YouTube, and creator-led media are signals, not strategies, they explore how context, creativity, and point of
How world building is taking over Hollywood in a different way
Celebrity brands are everywhere, but most of them are quietly failing. In this episode, Camille and Phillip unpack why influencer-led beauty and fashion brands struggle to scale, how fake luxury is eroding trust, and why Hollywood has shifted from making movies to manufacturing products. From Alo’s controversial bag strategy to Makeup by Mario’s valuation ceiling, the collapse of department stores
Why “Well-Produced” Brands Still Fail
From the Golden Globes to AI-generated campaigns, this episode breaks down why brands are struggling to stay relevant in a culture-first world. Camille and Phillip unpack what award shows, Alo’s HQ, influencer entitlement, celebrity beauty brands, and AI creativity all reveal about modern branding. They explore why “well-done but unmemorable” has become the industry’s biggest problem, how shortcut
How Backlash Turned Into a Billion-Dollar Brand Play ft. Isabella Chams
People hated her pricing, attacked her brand, and tried to tear it down-- little did they know they were helping build the #1 beauty brand in Colombia.In this episode, Camille sits down with Isabella Chams, founder of Belah Beauty, the leading beauty brand in Colombia. Together, they unpack the unintended benefits of backlash and controversy, and how relentless standards turned a two-year-old Colo
Why Influencers, AI & Brands Are Colliding in 2026
In this episode, Camille and Phillip unpack the shifts shaping branding in 2026: the collision of influencers and ownership, AI’s growing impact on creativity and speed, why luxury and fashion brands are pushing back on influencer entitlement, and how “well-done but unmemorable” has become the industry’s biggest problem. They break down creator power, parasocial relationships, monoculture’s collap
132: TV Is Over. TikTok Is the Store. Brands Need to Adapt Fast
This week, we break down the brand and media power shift that’s happening in real time — and why legacy players are losing ground fast.We unpack why Lululemon feels increasingly irrelevant, how TikTok Shop is now outperforming Sephora and Ulta combined, and why creators with equity (not ad deals) are becoming the most powerful distribution channel in the market. We also dive into the collapse of t
Why Trend Forecasting Is Dead
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack why traditional authority in branding is collapsing — from Pantone’s fading relevance to corporations losing control of culture in the age of AI. They explore how trends now emerge from crowds instead of experts, why brands like Lululemon lose identity as they scale, and how nostalgia, heritage, and emotional storytelling are outperforming
The New Rules of Branding: From Chanel to TikTok Live
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack one of the biggest shifts happening across luxury, culture, and marketing. From A$AP Rocky becoming Chanel’s newest ambassador to Kim Kardashian reinventing live shopping, they break down why legacy brands are scrambling to stay relevant. They dive into the rise of parasocial relationships, Diet Coke’s genius “fridge cigarette” micro-script
Why K-Beauty Is Taking Over Beauty
This week, we break down the Korean anti-aging experience everyone in beauty needs to understand — from the treatments we did, to what they cost, to why Korea is still a decade ahead of North America. We get into the real differences in technology, clinical efficiency, cultural attitudes toward skincare, and why K-Beauty’s functional approach completely outperforms the spa-ified North American mod
Bogota & Beauty Brands: The Power of World-Building
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip return from Colombia with a masterclass in world-building, culture, and how unforgettable brands are actually built. From sitting beside Dua Lipa in a Bogotá speakeasy to experiencing Andrés Carne de Res — one of the most extraordinary brand worlds on the planet — they break down how atmosphere, detail, and emotional truth shape customer loyalty m
The Secret Behind Japan’s Most Obsessive Brands
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip return from Japan and Korea with a masterclass in what real branding looks like outside the West. From Bulgari’s flawless hotel experience and Muji’s “no-brand” philosophy to Gentle Monster’s art-driven retail universe, they break down why some cultures still obsess over detail, craft, and discipline — and why that obsession builds brands that las
The Rise and Fall of Fenty. And the New Rules of Relevance
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip break down one of the most chaotic weeks in beauty, culture, and influence. From Fenty’s decline and the outrage aimed at Camille’s viral case study, to Timothée Chalamet’s unhinged-but-brilliant Marti Supreme marketing leak, they unpack why brands lose relevance — and why honesty is now controversial. They dive into The Row’s breakup with its big
The Secret Behind Japan’s Most Obsessive Brands
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip return from Japan and Korea with a masterclass in what real branding looks like outside the West. From Bulgari’s flawless hotel experience and Muji’s “no-brand” philosophy to Gentle Monster’s art-driven retail universe, they break down why some cultures still obsess over detail, craft, and discipline — and why that obsession builds brands that las
The Death of Empathy: Why Good Intentions Are Killing Great Brands
Empathy used to be a brand’s greatest strength, now it’s becoming its biggest weakness. From Lululemon’s confused NFL partnership to Victoria’s Secret’s failed comeback, this episode unpacks how good intentions and “inclusive” branding have created a new kind of brand crisis. Camille and Philip break down suicidal empathy, the rise of ghost brands, and why the line between authenticity and perform
The Rise of Streaming, the Fall of Luxury, and What Comes Next
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip break down the most interesting brand moments of the week—from Burberry’s stunning return to form to Skims’ controversial viral drops. They unpack why Kim Kardashian’s strategy works (but might backfire), how Burberry’s content pillars are a masterclass in heritage branding, and why Gap and Montcler are winning by making ads that don’t feel like a
The Ordinary LIED
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack one of the most dynamic episodes yet. From Victoria’s Secret’s unapologetic return to form to The Ordinary’s “anti-industry” campaign (that’s actually owned by Estée Lauder), they explore the tension between authenticity and performance in modern branding. They also debate Tiffany’s $1,500 paperclip, the rise of “anti-brand” beauty culture,
Why Lululemon Is Failing and What Trump Gets Right
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack why Lululemon’s stock is down 57%, what Dior’s logo change really signals for fashion, and how AI is reshaping (and limiting) creativity. From Chip Wilson’s brutal honesty to Trump’s micro-script mastery, they connect the dots between brands that win by taking risks and those that die trying to please everyone. Expect contrarian takes on lu
I Lost My TikTok: The Truth About Platform Dependency
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack the biggest shifts shaping media, luxury, and marketing today. From losing a 4-year TikTok account overnight to Cartier’s first Love Bracelet redesign in 56 years, they explore what happens when platforms, products, and people lose their edge. They break down Kris Jenner’s $500K facelift as a masterclass in exclusivity, Jimmy Fallon’s faile
Why Gucci Thrives and Apple Fails
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip return from Italy with fresh insights on what timeless brands get right—and why giants like Apple are getting it wrong. From the Grand Tremezzo’s orange towels and “stealable” swag to Gucci’s cinematic risk-taking, they reveal how details, boldness, and taste separate icons from irrelevance. They also unpack Apple’s influencer gifting strategy, th
From Just Do It to Why Do It: The Fall of Nike
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip take aim at the giants: Nike’s “Why Do It” campaign, Target’s mushy middle, department stores stuck in the past, and Vogue’s gamble on quality over quantity. They unpack how these once-iconic names lost their edge, what guerrilla strategy small businesses should learn instead, and why beauty’s obsession with Instagram Face and facelifts proves tha
How Lip Balm Became the #1 Beauty Product
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip break down the smartest and dumbest moves in beauty and wellness right now. Summer Fridays turned lip balm into a gateway product and took the #1 spot in beauty. Alo Yoga, meanwhile, is trying to sell a $3,000 handbag that could expose them to ridicule. They also dive into tariffs reshaping the market, why most founders misuse influencers, and the
Why Luxury Brands Are Dying (and What Founders Can Learn)
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack why luxury brands like Louis Vuitton are chasing beauty counters, why Abercrombie’s NFL deal signals a comeback, and what most founders get wrong about storytelling. From $265 eyeshadow palettes to the fastest-growing category in men’s fashion, they break down the strategies driving today’s biggest brand moves—and what lessons entrepreneurs
The Caitlin Clark Problem No One Wants to Talk About
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip unpack the branding disaster unfolding inside the WNBA. Instead of embracing Caitlin Clark—the player driving ticket sales, TV ratings, and cultural conversation—the league and even her peers are tearing her down.This isn’t just bad optics. It’s bad business.We explore:- Why the WNBA is ignoring its Michael Jordan moment- How race, politics,
This Is Why You’re Not Growing
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip tear apart the myths holding founders back from growing in saturated markets. From ELF’s controversial Matt Rife campaign to Soho House’s collapse after going public, to Peloton’s slow fade into irrelevance, we reveal why comfort is the death of branding—and why controversy, risk, and bold creativity are the only things that scale.We also di
The Fear of Posting Is Costing You More Than You Realize
This episode of Art of the Brand is a reality check for every founder, creator, and high-performer who's feeling stuck—even when they’re doing everything right.Fresh off a teaching trip to Austria, Camille and Phillip reflect on the lessons learned from working with world-class classical musicians—people who practice 8 hours a day but still feel like they’re not good enough to share their work
The Fitness Industry Is Broken. We’re Building What Comes Next.
Jenna and Jeff York aren't your typical gym founders—and AVANT isn’t a typical fitness club. In this episode, they reveal how years of business experience, failed models, and personal injury led them to build a premium, personalized fitness and wellness ecosystem.From franchise flops to billion-dollar exits, this isn’t just about workouts. It’s about creating a disruptive, human-first brand th
The Influencer Era Is Over! This Lawsuit Proves It.
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip dig into the collapse of trust across today’s biggest brands—from the Alo Yoga influencer lawsuit to the bizarre Clear Protein launch by Arrae.T his isn’t just about PR misfires. It’s about what happens when you abandon your brand pillars, forget who you're talking to, and think virality can replace strategy. We also break down Amazon’s quie
From Zero to 3.5 Million Followers: Nathan Chan on Building Foundr Into a Global Media Powerhouse
In this episode of The Art of the Brand, Camille Moore sits down with Nathan Chan, the powerhouse behind Foundr—the media brand followed by over 3.5 million entrepreneurs and trusted by names like Richard Branson, Deepak Chopra, and Sara Blakely.Nathan unpacks how he built the #1 skills and content platform for founders—not by chasing clicks, but by building trust, depth, and brand authority. If y
Branding vs. Marketing: Why ROI Thinking Is Breaking Your Business
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip break down one of the most misunderstood topics in business today: the difference between branding and marketing. If you've ever asked, “What’s the ROI on that?”—this episode is for you.We explore:Why branding is an investment, not an expenseThe ROI trap that’s hurting agencies, founders, and creators alikeHow to build a brand people tru
How Pink LaBlonde Built a Global Hair Empire From Scratch — Social Media, Branding & Salon Growth
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille Moore sits down with Bianca, the powerhouse behind Pink LaBlonde, to talk about building a global salon brand from the ground up. From creating content before “influencer” was a job title to becoming one of the most recognizable names in luxury haircare, Bianca shares her journey, her struggles, and her bold vision for what's next.We unpack:Why stylists
You’re Not Stuck—You’re Just Not Posting: The Unfiltered Truth About Personal Branding with Courtney Johnson
In this episode of Art of the Brand, Camille sits down with personal branding strategist and creator coach Courtney Johnson for a raw, hilarious, and no-BS conversation about what it actually takes to build a brand in 2025.From posting through the cringe, to battling corporate CMO chaos, to the reason your content isn’t landing—Courtney breaks down the mindset, habits, and strategies that turn qui
Google Just Shot God Mode — And It’s Coming for Your Business
This week on Art of the Brand, Camille and Phillip go deep on the massive shifts shaping modern marketing—from Google’s groundbreaking Astra AI to the collapse of what we used to call “social media.” If you’re still thinking in terms of likes, trends, or followers—you’re already behind.We cover:Why “social media” is dead and interest media is the new gameHow Google’s Astra AI will completely chang
Brand Boss Unfiltered: Why Most Marketing Fails & What Actually Builds a Brand
In this powerhouse episode of Art of the Brand, Camille Moore sits down with Bill Harper—aka @BrandBossHQ—for a deep, brutally honest breakdown of what’s really killing modern marketing. From the ROI myth and the TikTok algorithm to the story behind Liquid Death’s billion-dollar brand, Bill brings decades of experience (and a viral tow truck story) to call out the creative collapse happening in bo
