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Unfamous with Justin Tranter

Justin Tranter + Morgan Stuart
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Kid Cudi
Ink
MUNA
Music Industry
Nick Jonas
Republic Records
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Beyoncé
Stagecoach
Debbie Gibson
Valencia Grace
Bubble Grunge
Rose Gray
Ant Clemons
Bongo Bytheway
Ricky Reed
A&R
Bea Miller
Songwriting

Most of what you love in pop culture didn’t happen the way you think it did. Unfamous goes deep with the people who were actually there. Hosted by Grammy-nominated hit songwriter Justin Tranter, whose credits include Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!” and some of the biggest pop songs of the past decade, Unfamous takes you inside the rooms where culture gets made. Artists, writers, producers, exec... more

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Paul McCartney can love your version of his song and still take 100% of the publishing. So how does any of this actually work?

In this Unfamous recap, co-creators Justin Tranter and Morgan Stuart revisit the biggest lessons from producer Bongo ByThe... more

The best-looking photo can still be the wrong cover. And one bad compromise can turn a bold creative idea beige.

The Hollywood Reporter’s Maer Roshan and Alison Edmond join Justin Tranter to reveal what actually happens behind some of Hollywood’s bi... more

An Instagram DM became “Rush.” “Bloom” started with Troye Sivan thinking it wasn’t working. And after more than a decade of writing together, Troye and Leland are still trying to surprise themselves.

On Unfamous, they break down their creative partn... more

The Rescues spent five years writing The Lost Boys for Broadway. They wrote nearly 60 songs, rewrote lyrics again and again, cut a song they loved after watching it stop the show cold in front of an audience, and reached a point where they had to ask... more

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Recent Guests

Alison Edmond
Editor and stylist with a long THR/Magazine career
The Hollywood Reporter; British Vogue; Los Angeles Magazine
Episode: Who Gets The Final Say? Inside The Hollywood Reporter
Troye Sivan
Singer-songwriter and actor
Self
Episode: Why Troye Sivan Refuses to Make the Same Album Twice
Gabriel Mann
Musician, member of The Rescues
The Rescues
Episode: The Lost Boys Was “The Hardest Thing We’ve Ever Done”: The Rescues on 60 Songs + Band Therapy
Kyler England
Musician, member of The Rescues
The Rescues
Episode: The Lost Boys Was “The Hardest Thing We’ve Ever Done”: The Rescues on 60 Songs + Band Therapy
Adrienne="AG" Mann
Musician, member of The Rescues
The Rescues
Episode: The Lost Boys Was “The Hardest Thing We’ve Ever Done”: The Rescues on 60 Songs + Band Therapy
Cat Cogliandro
Movement director, choreographer, dance educator
Cat Cogliandro (movement collaborator with Rainbow Kitten Surprise)
Episode: When "Pushing Through" Stops Working: Rainbow Kitten Surprise on Reinvention
Ela Melo
Songwriter, musician, dancer, lead singer of Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Episode: When "Pushing Through" Stops Working: Rainbow Kitten Surprise on Reinvention
Sasha Alex Sloan
Songwriter and performer
The Brilliance / Sasha Alex Sloan (artist project)
Episode: Inside Pop Songwriting: Hits, Failure, Fear + What Actually Makes a Song Work
Amelia Moore
Songwriter and artist
Artist project Amelia Moore
Episode: Inside Pop Songwriting: Hits, Failure, Fear + What Actually Makes a Song Work

Host

Justin Tranter
Host of Unfamous, songwriter and artist collaborator

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 122 ratings
  • My new favorite podcast

    I’ve always been a fan of Justin’s and known of his contributions to music but I love hearing the interworkings of the industry and people’s relationship with collaboration. I’ve always had a deeper understanding of the music industry than the normal person but as someone who wants to know but never wants to enter the industry this scratches the itch. We collaborate every day in life and it’s great to be reminded of that wonderful human experience. I would love a Q&A episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amsler-_D
    United States3 months ago
  • great pod, so many ads lately

    and they are all so loud hahahah

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cinimod2001
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • I ❤️Justin

    Entertaining podcast. Justin is a great hosts and the interviews have been really good. Had me sitting in my car in my garage to finish the last one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaurieLee❤️
    United States6 months ago
  • Best idea ever

    I’d wanna see Young Miko and Mariana

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ💕💁🏾‍♀️
    United States6 months ago
  • My new fav podcast!

    This is my new favorite podcast! I love the inside look at the behind the scenes work that goes into supporting artists and their projects. Justin is a fantastic host and conversationalist and I can’t wait to listen to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rrachelalisonn
    United States6 months ago

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Fans appreciate behind-the-scenes stories and practical takeaways for creators.
Episodes are described as candid and candid about industry realities and collaboration.
Listeners praise the host's charisma and interview chemistry, noting the show feels both entertaining and insightful.

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Apple Podcasts
#22
United States/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/Music
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#25
United Kingdom/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts
#124
Canada/Music
Apple Podcasts
#157
United Kingdom/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Some Songs Work Onscreen and Others Don’t: Pitch Perfect, The Devil Wears Prada + Wednesday
Q: What is a proud moment of collaboration between you and your collaborators?
Landing Jordan Sparks and Taylor Parks for Barbie, bringing in specific artists to match the film's throughline and achieving a cohesive sound across the project.
Why Some Songs Work Onscreen and Others Don’t: Pitch Perfect, The Devil Wears Prada + Wednesday
Q: How do you approach collaboration when there are many writers or when a director has a strong vision?
Lead with the person who can best articulate the idea to the director, protect the scene's needs, and be willing to adjust based on feedback while keeping the story first.
Why Some Songs Work Onscreen and Others Don’t: Pitch Perfect, The Devil Wears Prada + Wednesday
Q: What is the biggest mistake when writing for film and TV?
Don't narrate the scene through the lyrics; write feeling and mood that serve the moment rather than describing action in the scene.
How Music Gets Into Hit TV Shows | The Hidden Process Behind Prime's "Off Campus" + More
Q: What happens when a sought-after song cannot be cleared for a scene?
The team transparently communicates the constraints to creatives and relentlessly iterates on alternatives, often backfilling with less obvious but fitting options and backup plans to keep the scene aligned with the vision.
How Music Gets Into Hit TV Shows | The Hidden Process Behind Prime's "Off Campus" + More
Q: How early should a music supervisor be involved in a TV production, and why?
As early as possible; being involved from the writers' room and script phase helps define tone, select appropriate artists, and plan budgets and clearances, leading to a more cohesive and effective musical storytelling arc.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unfamous

What is Unfamous about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, interview-heavy show that pulls back the curtain on how creative work actually gets made in music, film, and entertainment. Episodes pair artists with the collaborators who shaped their most signature moments—songwriting partners, producers, managers, and directors—to reveal the reality behind hits, creative trust, and long-term career building. Listeners get practical lessons on collaboration, mentorship, and building teams that sustain momentum beyond virality, peppered with behind-the-scenes stories, industry insights, and hard-won advice for navigating labels, studios, and the broader entertainment ecosystem. A standout throughline is the emphasis on authentic partnerships, honest storytelling, and a curiosity-driven approach ... more

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1. Alison Edmond
2. Troye Sivan
3. Gabriel Mann
4. Kyler England
5. Adrienne="AG" Mann
6. Cat Cogliandro
7. Ela Melo
8. Sasha Alex Sloan

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