
Is influence built through hard work—or shaped by the choices no one sees? Hosted by hip-hop legend Bun B, music industry veteran Jeffrey Sledge, and brand strategist Tom Frank, Unglossy cuts through the noise to explore what really drives creativity, influence, and legacy. No rehearsed talking points. No brand-approved answers—just honest conversations with people who’ve built something real. Ung... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 110 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipPersonal JournalsBusinessSociety & Culture | |||

Some producers make beats. Pete Rock built a blueprint.
On this episode of Unglossy, Bun B, Jeffrey Sledge, and Tom Frank sit down with the legendary producer, DJ, and MC for a wide-ranging conversation that runs from his Mount Vernon roots all the ... more
Showtime Shawn Porter sits down with Tom, Bun B, and Jeffrey for a conversation that goes well beyond the highlights reel. From training under his father Kenny at age four, to sparring Manny Pacquiao, to the real story behind that final round against... more
This week on Unglossy, Jemele Hill joins the fellas for an unfiltered ride through her come-up from Detroit to ESPN, the tweet that changed everything, and the pivot to The Atlantic, Uphill, and Flagrant and Funny with Cari Champion. Plus Dwight Howa... more
The NBA's Sr. VP of Communications, Tim Frank, makes history as Unglossy's first two-time guest. Twenty-two years at NBA headquarters, an NBA Championship in year one with the Houston Rockets, four straight WNBA titles with the Comets — Tim has seen ... more
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I can’t do this without Lupe….. it’s hard to listen without Lu.
It was your fault. You know what you did
This podcast it’s coming like when you jerk off to a comic book
It’s a great pod but the constant crackling and mic feedback makes it painful to listen too, I hope Patreon is better quality
Love both these guys and Frank plays a great role in this. Definitely fun to listen to, and it's nice seeing the podcast get better with every episode.
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A hard-edged conversation series that pulls back the curtain on how culture, business, and artistry intersect. Episodes center on influential figures in music, sports, media, and entrepreneurship, exploring career-defining turns, creative processes, and the grind behind success. Hosts seek unfiltered perspectives, blending industry insight with personal stories—from production craft and branding to leadership, resilience, and the evolving dynamics of culture. Notable is the show's willingness to mix nostalgia with fresh takes, spotlighting all-star guests while keeping discussions practical for listeners who want actionable takeaways for branding, partnerships, and creative growth.
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Recent guests on Unglossy include:
1. Shawn Porter
2. Jemele Hill
3. Tim Frank
4. Mark Isham
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7. Michelle Delamor
8. Don Vito
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