Uncle Nearest, Nike & the Cost of Cultural Missteps

#26: Welcome to the first episode of The Kickback Briefing, a new format breaking down the latest wins, challenges, and stories shaping business and culture and the lessons we can learn from them.This week we discuss:The latest update in the Uncle Nearest $108M loan lawsuitWhether the brand could be forced into a saleNike’s MLK “Honor the King” sneaker controversyThe difference between brand intent vs. cultural impactNetflix signing podcast deals and competing with YouTubeWhat founders can learn from major platform pivotsArticles for Reference:Lexington Herald LeaderDistillery TrailThe Spirits BusinessYahoo SportsTimeTech CrunchBusiness Insider📲 Connect with me kerihenderson.com/links📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter kerihenderson.com/newsletterEnjoying the podcast? Support the show

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