
On Brand with Donny Deutsch
Everything is a brand. In today’s world companies, public figures, countries, institutions, and movements are brands with their own unique values, marketing, and influence. Former CEO and Chairman of Deutsch Inc., innovative political analyst and veteran TV personality, Donny Deutsch, mastered the power of branding when he built the multibillion dollar ad agency. Now, in a hyper-saturated, over-marketed world, our media landscape too often presents one-dimensional figures who are globally seen, and yet not truly known. Where the notion “perception is reality” feels truer each day, join Donny as he peels back the layers of the images we see, to understand the depths of the people who are changing our world. You won’t want to miss Donny’s candid conversations with global experts and the biggest names across entertainment, business, media, politics and more to better understand the “brands” of the moment and examine where politics, current events, and pop culture converge.
Latest episodes

Jun 23, 2022 • 50min
David Gergen: How Great Leaders Are Made
On this episode, Donny sits with former presidential adviser and author of the new book Hearts Touched with Fire, David Gergen. Donny and David discuss why the younger generation isn’t as prominent in our current government and why David thinks the older generation should be getting ready to step away. David also shares whether he believes leaders are made or born, his advice for speaking "conscience to power," and why he celebrates all voices- especially those with opposing views. But first, Donny is back with this week’s "ups" and "downs" naming Tik Tok , Paul McCartney, Cricket, and Ryan Gosling among many others in Brands of the Week.Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnyjaydeutsch @david_gergenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 16, 2022 • 59min
Katy Tur: Learning to Survive and Thrive
On this episode, Donny sits down with MSNBC anchor and bestselling author, Katy Tur. Katy and Donny start by diving into her new memoir Rough Draft: how she started writing it during the pandemic, how her parents started their news business, and how she thrived after an intense childhood and relationship with her father. Katy shares about not being labeled a victim, some of her more interesting conversations with Trump supporters, the sexism she faced at the start of her career, and how both the bad and good things in life can shape who you are. But first, Donny dives into this week's headlines, naming Matthew McConaughey, the Economy, Deshaun Watson, and Apple among many others in this week's Brands of the Week segment. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: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 @katyturSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9, 2022 • 1h 1min
Mike Barnicle: Finding the Good in People
On this episode, Donny sits down with award-winning print and broadcast journalist, and regular contributor on Morning Joe, Mike Barnicle. Donny jumps right in, starting with Mike's take on the current state of the Red Sox, and getting his view on the pros and cons of today's journalism, the overturning of Roe V. Wade, and how Trump's most dangerous weapon is "the outsider." Mike also talks about his propensity for finding the good in everyone and how he's keeping a positive outlook on the future of democracy. But first, Emily Jane Fox is back this week to cover some headlines with Donny, naming Four-Day Workweeks, Jared Kushner, The Queen's Jubilee, and the Gerber Baby, among many others in this week's Brands of the Week segment. FOLLOW: @donnyjaydeutsch @mikebarnicleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2, 2022 • 1h 8min
Scott Galloway: Generous Dad and Patriot
On this episode, Donny sits down with Professor Scott Galloway, the bestselling author of "The Four" and cohost of the podcast Pivot with Kara Swisher. Together Donny and Scott define what it means to be a brand and the truth behind being a successful entrepreneur. Scott gives us his predictions for the future of Facebook and the Metaverse, Bezos and AWS, and Elon Musk and Twitter, as well as his takes on crypto, NFTs, and the next generation. But first, Donny is back on his own diving into brands like the NRA, Pepsi, Justin Timberlake, Winnie the Pooh, and Walmart Drones, among many others in his weekly Brands of the Week segment. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:FRESHLY - Get $125 off at http://www.Freshly.com/DonnyCHIME - Get started at http://www.chime.com/donny
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May 26, 2022 • 1h 1min
Admiral James Stavridis: To Risk It All
Today Donny sits down with retired four-star U.S. Naval Officer and author of the new book "To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision'', Admiral James Stavridis. The Admiral and Donny begin with the war in the Ukraine and why the Ukrainians have been able to put up a real fight against the Russians. The admiral also shares stories of his own moments in crisis where he was forced to manage risk to save lives, lays out the three vectors of leadership, and shares the keys to overcoming fear. But first, Emily Jane Fox is back for another Brands of the Week segment, where she and Donny dive into the week's top brands including the Pennsylvania Governor’s Race, Pete Davidson, People Magazine, and monkeypox among many others.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:SHOPIFY - Go to Shopify.com/DONNY to start selling on ShopifyALTO IRA - Go to AltoIRA.com/BRAND to start investing in cryptocurrencyDon't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnyjaydeutsch @stavridisjSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 2022 • 1h
Dan Harris: Happiness is a Skill
On this episode, Donny sits down with Dan Harris, a former journalist for ABC News who authored the book 10% Happier – which he has since turned into a successful podcast and app. Dan shares his story of how having a panic attack during a live broadcast led him to discovering the science behind meditation. Dan talks about how he turned his skepticism into a daily meditation practice, why he chose to title his book 10% Happier, and how meditation can help with weight loss and even mind-blowing sex. But first, Donny is happy to welcome friend and the National Correspondent for Vanity Fair, Emily Jane Fox to cover this week's Brands of the Week. Together they name Elon Musk, Ultra Maga, and The American Dream among many others as this week's "ups" and "downs."
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May 12, 2022 • 1h 5min
Neil deGrasse Tyson: Feel the Universe
On this episode, Donny sits down with America's most famous astrophysicist and author Neil deGrasse Tyson. The two dive right into Neil's passion for the universe and his mission to help human beings experience it in all the dimensionality that it is. In this conversation Neil defines the universe, a word bigger than the universe, life on other planets and how being a kid from the Bronx helped cultivate a relationship with the night sky. Together Neil and Donny discuss the marketing of science, Neil’s brand, how Neil approaches those who don't believe in science, his thoughts on living on Mars, and how social media may still be in its infancy stage. But first, Donny dives into his "Brands of the Week" segment, highlighting Hot Wheels, Ed Koch, and Dr. Strange among many others.
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May 5, 2022 • 53min
Walter Isaacson: The Future of the Human Race
On this episode, Donny talks with bestselling author and former editor of Time Magazine, Walter Isaacson. Walter and Donny dive right in, discussing Elon Musk’s unprecedented purchase of Twitter and Walter's prediction for the future of the platform. They then dive into Walter's new book, The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race, and why we need people like Steve Jobs and Jennifer Doudna to stand at the intersection of humanity and science. But first Donny takes us through his "Brands of the Week,” naming Nancy Pelosi, Asa Hutchinson, Amazon, Samsung, and many more as either "up" or "down." THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:Freshly - Go to http://www.freshly.com/DONNY for $125 offChime - Go to http://www.chime.com/DONNY to get startedDon't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnyjaydeutsch @walterisaacsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 2022 • 53min
Harvey Fierstein: Heartfelt and Funny
On this episode, Donny sits down with four-time Tony Award-winning, actor, playwright, and now best-selling author, Harvey Fierstein. Harvey and Donny jump right into discussing his memoir, I Was Better Last Night, and Harvey shares some fascinating stories including some background into his 20/20 interview with Barbara Walters, and how he became a part of an exciting experimental art movement while working with Andy Warhol during his very first gig. They also dive into how things have changed from the fight against AIDS to the fight for marriage equality, and now for gender inclusivity, and why these profound societal shifts keep life exciting. But first, Donny dives into this week's headlines, dishing out his "ups" and "downs" to brands like Michael Cohen, Starbucks, Big Tech, and Pickle Ball in his weekly "Brands of the Week" segment. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:Shopify - Go to shopify.com/DONNY for a FREE 14-day trialAltorIRA - Go to AltoIRA.com/BRAND to open an Alto CryptoIRA with as little as $10Don't forget to rate, review, and follow to get the latest episodes as soon as they drop. Follow: @donnyjaydeutsch @harveyfeirsteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 2022 • 53min
Kasie Hunt: Somebody People Can Count On
On this episode, Donny sits with CNN anchor and chief national affairs analyst, and host of the new CNN+ show, "The Source with Kasie Hunt," Kasie Hunt. Kasie and Donny start out by discussing her new streamed show and why it will stand out from other news programs. She also shares her thoughts on Biden's lack of credit, her prediction on whether Republicans will take back the Senate, and why she decided to surgically remove the benign tumor that was growing in her brain. But, before that, Donny dives into the top brands of the week, naming Krispy Kreme, Barbie, The Rock, and Julian Lennon, among many others, as "up" or "down" in his regular Brands of the Week segment.
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