
Branding Matters
BRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand.Join me, as I bring you exclusive interviews with visionaries, game-changers, and industry titans. Discover what drives customer loyalty, ignites innovation, and skyrockets revenue. From capturing hearts and minds with their authentic stories, to providing BADASS branding tips, my guests reveal the secrets to success for building a strong brand. Get ready for a podcast that challenges the status quo and empowers you to revolutionize your own brand in ways you never imagined. Come to be inspired and changed. Real conversations. Incredible stories. Valuable branding tips. All here to help you build a brand that matters.
Latest episodes

May 24, 2024 • 27min
How to Be Less Dull - Adam Morgan
Send us a textToday, I'm incredibly honoured to welcome back a visionary in the world of branding and marketing – Adam Morgan. Adam is the esteemed author of the groundbreaking book "Eating the Big Fish" and the brilliant mind who coined the term "Challenger Brands."In his much-anticipated return to my podcast, Adam dives into his latest creative endeavour, a captivating podcast titled Let’s Make This More Interesting. This show is designed to shake up the conventional wisdom of branding, offering fresh insights and strategies to help brands stand out, be less dull, and make a lasting impression.Join us as Adam shares his wealth of knowledge and provides actionable tips on how to transform ordinary brands into unforgettable ones. Whether you're a marketing professional, a business owner, or simply passionate about branding, this episode is packed with invaluable insights you won't want to miss!Tune in to get inspired and learn how to make your brand less dull and more memorable.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

May 10, 2024 • 35min
How To Attract Top Talent - Charity Gibson & Johanna Gotlieb
Send us a textToday, I've got a special treat for you as I have the pleasure of sitting down with two BADASS women who are making big waves in the merch industry.First up, we have Charity Gibson - the energetic and innovative new Chief Marketing Officer at Proforma. Charity has been a vibrant force in the industry, known for her creative strategies and dynamic leadership style.Joining her is Johanna Gotlieb, the newly appointed Vice President of Business Development at Genumark. Johanna’s expertise in building relationships and her strategic vision have significantly propelled companies forward, making her a leading authority in the field.In this episode, we're chatting about a topic that’s on the minds of many leaders today — how to attract top talent. In an era where job changes are frequent and the competition for exceptional team members is fierce, Charity and Johanna will share their insights on what makes a brand irresistible to potential candidates.So, whether you’re a startup looking to build your team or an established brand aiming to keep your star players, you’ll want to lean in and listen to the powerful strategies these two leaders have to offer.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Apr 26, 2024 • 35min
How To Keep Your Customers From Leaving - Joey Coleman
Send us a textToday I'm sitting down with Joey Coleman, world-renowned keynote speaker and the brilliant author of the best-selling book "Never Lose a Customer Again". Joey is a customer experience expert, a consultant, and an acclaimed keynote speaker whose strategies have reshaped how brands engage and retain their customers.During our chat, Joey will not only dive into the key concepts of his book, but he also discusses how you can leverage personalization and attention to detail to make every one of your customers feel like they’re the only one.Stay tuned as we uncover the secrets of lifetime customer loyalty.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Apr 12, 2024 • 25min
How Being Vulnerable About Mental Health is Good for Business - John Cameron
Send us a textIn this episode I’m sitting down with an inspirational leader who’s on a mission to change lives by changing the narrative about mental health.His name is John Cameron, and he’s the CEO of Keller Construction Ltd. and the Founder of The John Cameron Foundation and Crescendo. During our frank conversation, John opens up about his family's struggles with mental illness and shares his inspiring journey to change the stigma.This is one heartfelt conversation you will not want to miss!Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Mar 1, 2024 • 29min
How To Overcome Failure to Succeed - Luke Lintz
Send us a textToday I’m sitting down with Luke Lintz - a remarkable young entrepreneur who achieved his first 7 figures before graduating from high school. Despite facing huge setbacks and failures by the ripe old age of 24, Luke has emerged to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs of his generation.With a social media presence exceeding one million followers on Instagram, Luke is not only a top influencer, but he also collaborates with some A-list celebrities including Kevin Hart, Snoop Dogg, and a family you may have heard of called the Kardashians, just to name a few. And it’s his partnerships with these iconic figures that reflect his reputation as one of the most sought-after brand builders in the world today.During our frank conversation, Luke shares his insights, experiences, and triumphs that will empower you to elevate your own brand. Whether you’re like me and your child is a budding entrepreneur, or you’re a budding entrepreneur yourself, this episode is sure to change the way you look at business - and it might even change your thoughts about post secondary education.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Feb 16, 2024 • 35min
How to Get Your Message Out to The World Through Major Media - Cheryl Hunter
Send us a textMy guest today is Cheryl Hunter - Founder & CEO of Magnify Your Message; a company that helps people with triumphant stories get their message out to the world through major media. Cheryl has been featured on more than 100 media outlets including Dr. Oz, NBC News, Fox, PBS, Forbes Magazine, Inc., and Entrepreneur to name a few. She has also delivered four TED talks and has published two bestselling books.During our conversation, Cheryl shares her brave story about a traumatic experience she endured at the young age of 18. Not only did this horrific event change the trajectory of her life and career - but it has helped her change the lives of everyone who is fortunate enough to work with her.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Feb 2, 2024 • 44min
How to Convert Followers into Customers - Jenn Hermann
Send us a textMy guest today is Jenn Hermann - global expert on Instagram marketing and the genius behind 'Jenn’s Trends'. Jenn is also an author and internationally renowned speaker.With her deep understanding of Instagram, Jenn has become a guiding light for businesses seeking to transform followers into paying customers. Her innovative approach and proven tactics have made her a go-to resource for anyone looking to master the art of social selling on this ever-changing platform.Get ready to gain exclusive insights from Jenn as she unravels the secrets to helping you convert your insta followers into loyal fans and paying customers.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Dec 29, 2023 • 37min
BEST OF BRANDING MATTERS - How to Create Community - Mark Graham
Send us a textIn this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with someone I'm proud to call my friend. His name is Mark Graham and he's Founder & CEO of commonsku - a software company specifically designed for the promotional products industry. During our fun conversation Mark and I discussed everything from building communities to building connections.Other topics we covered include:The value of story tellingHow to give people a reason to buy from youWhen to incorporate a mascot into your brandingAnd so much more!I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too. And hopefully, you’ll learn a few things to help you with your branding.Support the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Dec 22, 2023 • 47min
BEST OF BRANDING MATTERS - How to Give a Killer Pitch - Precious L. Williams
Send us a textIn this episode I had the privilege of sitting down with a true BADASS ! Her name is Precious L. Williams, better known as The Killer Pitch Master.Known for her dynamic and spellbinding presentation techniques, Precious shares invaluable insights on how to engage and leave a lasting impression on your audience.Whether you're an entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply looking to add excitement to your brand messaging, this episode is a treasure trove of game-changing strategies. It's time to break free from the ordinary and set yourself apart.Prepare for an electrifying conversation set to change the way you approach the art of pitching and branding.Here are the highlights from this episode:11:06 - Precious’ Shark Tank experience20:23 - How to deliver a good pitch27:58 - Pitching tips for coaches to grow their brand31:37 - Common pitching mistakes33:32 - Pitching tips for introverts35:02 - The importance of testimonials when building a brand38:27 - Precious’ badass superpowerSupport the showBRANDING MATTERS is one of the 40 Best Branding Podcasts worldwide. It's one of the 17 Branding Podcasts Worth Your Time in 2025. And it's one of the 20 Great Podcasts to Grow Your Brand. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating along with a brief review. And don't forget to order your BADASS T-shirt here.About MeHey there, I'm Joelly - the Branding Badass. My BADASS superpower is helping you build a brand that matters. From branded merch to keynote speaking, when you work with me, you get results! Need help telling your brand story? Learn more here.Let's stay connected!instagram - @Branding_BadasslinkedIn - Joelly Goodsonwebsite - BAMKO.NET

Dec 15, 2023 • 40min
BEST OF BRANDING MATTERS - How to Build a Remarkable Brand - Seth Godin
Renown author and branding guru Seth Godin discusses topics such as creating remarkable ideas, standing out to a specific audience, finding meaning in our lives, the role of pharmaceutical companies, the impact of false proxies, and the profound influence of Zig Ziglar.