The Breakfast Club FULL SHOW: Cardi B’s New Album Goes Platinum Amid Criticism, iHeart Festival 2025 with GloRilla, Mariah, LL, Ed Sheeran + Bobbi Brown Interview
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Sep 22, 2025 Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and author of 'Still Bobby,' shares her journey of entrepreneurship, launching Jones Road Beauty, and balancing motherhood. She delves into her experiences selling her first brand to Estée Lauder and navigating the beauty industry. Mimi Brown provides insights on current events, including political fallout and community issues. The discussion also covers Cardi B's platinum album and the memorable moments from the iHeartRadio Festival, with highlights from major artists.
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Solve Real Product Problems
- Bobbi Brown built her brand by making makeup that matched real skin tones and looked natural.
- Her success came from solving a clear product problem and persistently selling it to the right buyers.
Public Forgiveness Is Complicated
- Public forgiveness, like Erica Kirk's at her husband's memorial, can create powerful, unifying moments.
- Charlamagne notes forgiveness often comes in waves and may not erase private grief.
Treat Releases Like Events
- Cardi B used creative marketing (Walmart, DoorDash, drone drops) to treat an album release like an event.
- Strategic non-traditional distribution can boost certifications and world‑record recognition.
