In this episode, Donny welcomes iconic sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer. At 94 years of age, Dr. Ruth gives incredible commentary on her early years as a sniper and Holocaust survivor. Additionally, the duo goes over how to deal with loneliness, how the questions Dr. Ruth received over the years haven't really changed much over time, and...you guessed it...sex and relationship talk. But first, Donny names his top brands this week, stamping his "ups" or "downs" on Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Serena Williams, and Apple Cars among others in his "Brands of the Week" segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Donny sits down with former NBA player and co-owner of the Atlanta Hawks, Grant Hill. Grant and Donny discuss his time at Duke with Coach K, the iconic 1992 win over Kentucky and how his ankle injury became a defining moment in his life. Grant also shares his thoughts on the NBA's brand, his process of making peace with his career, and how a little bit of ego can drive success. But first, Donny covers his top brands this week, stamping his "ups" or "downs" on Meghan Markle, Serena Williams, Apple, and Mickey Mantle and more on an all new Brands of the Week.  Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @realgranthillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donny is joined by Mike "Greeny" Greenberg who is the host of ESPN’s morning show Get Up and the long-standing NBA pregame show, NBA Countdown. Donny and Mike get straight into discussing many topics in sports like the evolution of sports talk, the change in audience demographics, and the wave of women now interested in sports. Also, the duo discusses what makes on-air chemistry work, how a franchise was built around Roger Goodell, the impact of fame on young athletes, and Mike’s thoughts on politics moving its way into sports. But first, Donny covers his weekly "ups" and "downs", naming Kari Lake, Dr. Oz, Will Smith, and Snoop Dogg among many others in his weekly Brands of the Week segment.Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @espngreenySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Donny welcomes comedian, actor, host, and judge on America's Got Talent, Howie Mandel. Howie explores many topics from his life including how his career started as a dare, his experience with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and how Joan Rivers helped him get his first break on The Tonight Show. Also, Donny and Howie discuss the power of curiosity, why humor comes from a dark place, Howie’s podcast Howie Mandel Does Stuff, and Howie’s new show Bullsh*t the Game Show. But first, Donny takes us through this week's headlines, dishing out his "ups" and "downs" to names like Nike, Bill Russell, John Fetterman, and General Mills on this week's Brands of the Week. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @howiemandelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on “On Brand”, Donny sits down with author, podcast host, and global thinker, Malcolm Gladwell. The pair start with Malcolm’s inspiration for his most successful books like Outliers, Blink, and The Tipping Point – leading to a discussion of his new book, Bomber Mafia. The duo also discuss Malcolm's thoughts on Trump, historical memory, and Malcolm’s approach to his podcast "Revisionist History." But first, Donny starts off by naming Dick Cheney, the labor market, Beyoncé, Aaron Rodgers, and many others in his weekly Brands of the Week segment. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Ship Station - Go to ShipStation.com use promo code DONNY for a FREE 60-day trial!Shopify - Go to Shopify.com/Donny for a 14-day free trial! Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @gladwellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of On Brand, Donny sits down with print journalist for The Atlantic, and former chief national correspondent for The New York Times Magazine, Mark Leibovich. Together they dive into Mark’s writing process, masculinity in politics, and why the Trump Hotel was the perfect backdrop for Mark’s most recent book, Thank You for Your Servitude: Donald Trump and the Price of Submission. The duo also discusses the commonalities between the NFL and Washington and how Mark feels about the upcoming midterms. Additionally, Donny starts off with his weekly "ups" and "downs," naming Pete Buttigieg, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Will Smith, and Gen Z in this week's Brands of the Week. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @markleibovichSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Donny is joined by actor, singer, and current star of POTUS on Broadway, the multifaceted, Vanessa Williams. Donny and Vanessa start at the beginning by discussing the courage Vanessa has maintained from obstacles in her childhood, her time as Miss America, and her experiences with racism in her career and home state of New York. Also, Vanessa shares what it's like working on POTUS with an all-female cast and director and how she’s kept her fortitude and adventurous spirit throughout her life. But first, Donny dives into this week's Brands of the Week, dishing out his 'ups' and 'downs' to names like Josh Hawley, Vince McMahon, Pat Benatar, and Toys 'R' Us, among many others.Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @vanessawilliamsofficialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this episode, Donny is joined by comedian, author, and host of CNN’s United Shades of America, W. Kamau Bell. W. Kamau discusses with Donny why he believes America remains a work in progress, why he made a documentary about Bill Cosby, and what shapes his take on comedy today. Additionally, the duo goes through some of the activities in W. Kamau’s new workbook Do The Work! An Antiracist Activity Book. But first, Donny is back discussing the week's buzzing brands naming Bill Gates, Kris Jenner, Beavis and Butthead, and BMW in his Brands of the Week segment. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @wkamaubell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Donny sits down with columnist and author, Ken Auletta. The two discuss Ken’s bombshell new book Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence, including Ken’s inspiration for the biography, why it took four decades for the truth about Harvey to surface, and whether Ken believes Harvey thinks of himself as a rapist. They also discuss the parallels between Trump and Weinstein, the cultural effect of the "Me Too" movement, and Ken’s take on the state of advertising today. But first, Donny dives into this week's buzzing brands, naming Kamala Harris, Stranger Things, and American Airlines, among many others in this week's Brands of the Week segment.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:SHOPIFY  - Go to http://www.shopify.com/DONNY, for a FREE 14-day trialDon't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnjaydeutsch @kenaulettaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Donny sits down with award-winning journalist and #1 New York Times best-selling author of Going There, Katie Couric. Katie and Donny discuss her thoughts on recent gun legislation, Roe v. Wade, and her fight against disinformation. Katie also reflects on her book, diving into her interview with Sarah Palin and her time at CBS. They also discuss why Katie started her own media company and whether there is a chance for straight news in a post-Trump era. But first, Donny and Emily Jane Fox are back together in this week's Brands of the Week segment, dishing out "ups" and "downs" for names like Gavin Newsom, Cats the Musical, and Taco Bell, among many others.  Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop.  Follow: @donnyjaydeutsch @katiecouricSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices