Chris Black

Chris Black, co-host of the How Long Gone podcast and style consultant for brands like J. Crew, shares his journey from managing a pop-punk band to a fashion tastemaker. He discusses the surprising resurrection of media gatekeepers in 2025 and expresses his belief in traditional institutions despite the rise of influencers. Black also critiques Substack fatigue and how the podcasting landscape has evolved, emphasizing the importance of authentic connections over mere analytics in content creation.