In this third episode, we dive deep into the "flop era" of luxury brands – how once-iconic names seem to be losing the plot. We break down why the allure of luxury is fading: declining quality, a loss of unique brand identity, obsession with trends, and a creativity crisis that’s left many brands looking more the same than ever.

In a world where the cost of living is skyrocketing and luxury is mass-produced, consumers are falling out of love. Is this the end of true luxury, or can brands find their way back? Tap the link in bio to listen now!

In our second episode, we're taking a cynical look at the trend forecasting industry in 2024. Spoiler: it's not pretty. We dive into why everyone seems to be recycling the same tired insights, with little depth or staying power.

From relentless trend cycles to "culture-vulture" brands and the flood of vapid research, we're asking: has trend forecasting lost its edge? Tune in as we unpack what went wrong and if the industry can rediscover its relevance.

Thrilled to announce our new podcast, Waxing Cynical – where Jamila Ali and I, two unapologetic outsiders, get real about the culture brands push and the realities they ignore.

In our first episode, we tackle Jamila's hot take: “Short-form is dead.” As TikTok’s future in the U.S. hangs in the balance and brands race to keep up, we ask the hard question: Is the obsession with short-form content killing true audience connection? We dig into why brands relying on snackable content might be missing the mark and explore whether long-form, real storytelling is the way to make a lasting impact.

Join us as we break down the hype, call out the trends, and reimagine a digital world where substance matters