We sit down with Julian Kynaston, a visionary entrepreneur known for shaping iconic brands. From an unconventional past rooted in football hooliganism, Julian went on to build Illamasqua, GHD, and his award-winning branding agency, Propaganda.
In this episode, Julian shares his story and offers powerful insights into why businesses don’t need to burn cash on marketing—instead, they should focus on building a brand that stands for something.
His rule? Never settle for being liked. Be loved, or be hated.
0:00 Introduction
0:49 Family & Background
4:55 Life on the Football Terraces
16:00 Building a Branding Agency
47:25 Disrupting the Beauty Industry
1:17:20 Supporting Women with Menopause Symptoms
1:28:18 Wrap Up