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Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.ai
Each week on the StoryBrand Podcast host Donald Miller, bestselling author of the book "Building A StoryBrand", shares strategies for creating marketing and messaging that make you stand out, connect with customers, and actually grow your business. Get the tools you need to create clear and effecti...
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#41: Codie Sanchez—The Messaging Playbook Behind Building a Thought Leader Brand
So many entrepreneurs struggle to stand out because they sound like everyone else. They bury their message in jargon, chase every shiny object, or spr...

#40: The One Sentence Every Business Owner Needs (And How to Write It)
Most business owners dread being asked, “So, what do you do?” Not because they don’t know, but because they don’t know how to explain it without rambl...

#39: The 3-Phase Marketing Formula That Works Every Time
Too many brands skip straight to “content” and wonder why nobody bites. In this episode, Donald Miller unveils the StoryBrand Messaging Campaign, a si...

#38: BIG NEWS—Introducing The StoryBrand Podcast
Welcome to the first episode of The StoryBrand Podcast (formerly Why That Worked), where we’re doubling down on what actually grows businesses: clear...

#37: Slate—Why This $20K Truck Is Getting All the Attention (RE-RELEASE)
In crowded markets, being different isn’t enough. You have to communicate how you’re different. Too many businesses blend in because they focu...

#36: Annoying Ads—The Dumbest Campaigns That Won Your Attention and Made Millions (RE-RELEASE)
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#35: Annie F. Downs—The Strategy Behind Her Breakthrough Personal Brand (RE-RELEASE)
What makes someone trust you enough to follow you, buy from you, or even just listen? In the noisy world of personal branding, it’s easy to assume you...

#34: Magic Spoon—How One Tagline Dethroned Sugar and Disrupted a $65B Industry (RE-RELEASE)
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#33: Snipd—What Your Brand Name is Really Saying to Customers (RE-RELEASE)
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#32: Southwest—The Genius of ‘Bags Fly Free’ and What Happened When It Changed (RE-RELEASE)
Southwest Airlines built one of the strongest brands in the world by doing one thing better than almost anyone: clear, clever messaging that made cust...

#31: Airbnb—The Brilliant Strategy Behind Their New Messaging Campaign (RE-RELEASE)
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#30: AI with Jay Owen—How Smart Businesses Use It Without Losing the Human Touch
AI is everywhere and it’s moving faster than most of us can keep up. For business owners and marketers, the challenge isn’t just understanding the too...

#29: Infomercials—What OxiClean & Shamwow Can Teach Us About Messaging That Sells
Infomercials may seem cheesy, but they often get one thing right: the sales pitch is clear, dramatic, and fast. Most business owners present their pro...

#28: John Mark McMillan—How to Make Promotion a Part of the Creative Process
The biggest challenge creative people face isn’t making something meaningful, it’s figuring out how to share it without feeling like a sellout. Whethe...

#27: Bombas—The Shark Tank Pitch That Got Everything Right (And What Businesses Can Learn From It)
When you’re pitching a product, every word matters. That’s why some Shark Tank entrepreneurs walk away with millions while others walk out empty-hande...

#26: Dan Go—The Fitness Coach Who Built a Mega Brand by Niching Down
When you’re building a personal brand, the biggest mistake you can make is being too broad. The world doesn’t need another generalist. It needs someon...

#25: Annie F. Downs—The Strategy Behind Her Breakthrough Personal Brand
What makes someone trust you enough to follow you, buy from you, or even just listen? In the noisy world of personal branding, it’s easy to assume you...

#24: Pass/Fail—Breaking Down the Best and Worst in Branding
Messaging can make or break a brand. Whether you're launching a campaign, building a personal brand, or responding in real time, what you say and how...

#23: Dadville—The New Rules of Being a Great Dad
Dads often get a bad rap. In sitcoms, commercials, and even day-to-day culture, they’re typically cast as bumbling sidekicks or lovable oafs who mean...

#22: Seizing the Moment—Lessons from Nike’s Viral Scheffler Ad
Nike's "The Verdict Is In" Post from May 18th 2025 referenced in the show.
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#21: Slate—Why This $20K Truck Is Getting All the Attention
In crowded markets, being different isn’t enough. You have to communicate how you’re different. Too many businesses blend in because they focus on wha...

#20: Snipd—What Your Brand Name is Really Saying to Customers
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#19: Magic Spoon—How One Tagline Dethroned Sugar and Disrupted a $65B Industry
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#18: Southwest—The Genius of ‘Bags Fly Free’ and What Happened When It Changed
Southwest Airlines built one of the strongest brands in the world by doing one thing better than almost anyone: clear, clever messaging that made cust...

#17: Annoying Ads—The Dumbest Campaigns That Won Your Attention and Made Millions
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#16: Airbnb—The Brilliant Strategy Behind Their New Messaging Campaign
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#15: Morning Routines—The NEW Way To Create A Morning Routine In 2025
If you followed every piece of advice out there about your ideal morning routine, you'd probably spend eight hours every day doing mindfulness excerci...

#14: Simplicity—Why a “Less Is More” Approach Can Make Anything More Effective
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#13: Marriage—The Truth About What Makes Love Work Long-Term (ft. Johnnyswim)
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#12: Nostalgia—The Hidden Force That Makes Brands Feel Iconic
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#11: Starbucks—The Brand that Changed How the World Drinks Coffee
If someone told you in the ’90s that people would happily pay $5 for a cup of coffee, you probably would’ve laughed. Before Starbucks, coffee was just...

#10: Reality TV—Why We're Obsessed with Chaos (And What It's Actually Doing to Our Brains!)
Reality TV is everywhere, and whether you love it or hate it, you can’t deny it’s addictive. Millions of people tune in daily to binge-watch strangers...

#9: Michelin Star—How a Tire Company Created the Most Prestigious Award in Food
The Michelin Star is a restaurant rating system so powerful that a single star can launch careers, change cities, and even break chefs. So what makes...

#8: Amazon—The Crazy Business Strategies that Rewired Our Brains and Changed Shopping Forever
Amazon didn’t just change how the world shops—it rewired our brains. Suddenly, driving to a store for light bulbs feels like a huge chore. Need cat fo...

#7: Comedians—The Science and Strategy Behind the Funniest People on Earth
Making people laugh looks effortless, but behind every joke is an incredible amount of work and strategy. Great comedians deliver far more than entert...

#6: Valentine’s Day—The Surprising Economics and Evolution of Love’s Biggest Day
Every February 14th, millions of people rush out to buy heart-shaped chocolates, overpriced roses, and mass-produced cards, turning Valentine’s Day in...

#5: Stories—The Survival Tool Hardwired into Every Human
Every day, we’re surrounded by stories—on social media, in conversations, and even in our own heads. But have you ever stopped to wonder why stories a...

#4: Football—Why It Became America’s Favorite Ritual
Football has a powerful grip on its fans, but have you ever stopped to think about why it works so well? Football has a remarkable history of uniting...

#3: Thought Leaders—How Innovative Thinkers Build a Following and Shape Modern Culture
Thought leaders influence the way we see the world, solve problems, and make decisions. But what makes someone a true thought leader? Are they origina...

#2: Top Gun Maverick—The Strategy Behind Its Billion-Dollar Success
Some movies capture lightning in a bottle, but few soar as high as Top Gun: Maverick. With $1.4 billion in global earnings and record-breaking attenda...