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Uncensored Renegades

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by Jon Evans and Kory Marchisotto

27 episodes
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Kory Marchisotto, the trailblazing CMO of e.l.f., and Jon Evans, the perpetually fired host of the Uncensored CMO, team up to talk about the things leaders usually avoid talking about; failures, numbers, getting fired, and so on. The renegade duo fire through topics at speed, on a 20-minute time limit… ish.

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1/14/2026

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July 10, 2026

3 key insights from Cannes Lions 2026

<p>Live from Cannes Lions, Jon and Kory reflect on the biggest themes, surprises and lessons from this year's festival.</p><p>From experiencing unreasonable hospitality firsthand to the continued rise of creators and the rapid evolution of AI, they unpack what really stood out, and why many of the biggest takeaways had very little to do with technology.</p><p>Whether you made it to the Croisette or followed along from afar, this is the Uncensored Renegades debrief on what actually mattered at Cannes Lions 2026.</p><p><br><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Start<br>01:50 - Unreasonable hospitality in action<br>12:22 - The power of creators at Cannes<br>15:25 - How brands can collaborate with creators<br>19:52 - The AI shift in 2026<br>23:00 - The impact of the World Cup<br>26:09 - How brands are getting involved with the World Cup<br>28:59 - Final takeaway - getting back to basics</p>

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July 3, 2026

Why culture eats strategy for breakfast

<p>Jon and Kory tackle one of the most talked-about, and most misunderstood, aspects of leadership: culture.</p><p>What actually is culture? How do you know if yours is healthy? And why do some organisations consistently attract great people while others struggle?</p><p>Drawing on research, personal experience, and leadership lessons, Jon and Kory discuss how culture is created, how it can be changed, and why hiring for cultural fit is only part of the story. They also explore why even brilliant people can fail in the wrong environment, how agency partners should become an extension of your culture, and why lasting change starts with taking ownership yourself.</p><p><strong>Timestamps<br></strong><br>00:00 - Start<br>00:35 - What does the data say about building culture<br>02:06 - Signs of a healthy culture<br>04:52 - What actually is culture?<br>06:27 - The different types of cultures<br>10:14 - How to hire for people that meet your culture<br>12:48 - How culture can feed into your agency partners<br>13:59 - How to change a culture<br>17:01 - Why is change scary?<br>20:17 - Dealing with the right person in the wrong culture<br>21:35 - How our beliefs shape our reality<br>24:03 - Why you need to take ownership to change the culture</p>

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June 26, 2026

Take the leap - why taking risks can lead to big rewards

<p>Today, Jon and Kory discuss the moments that define careers. The ones where you have to leap before you know exactly how things will turn out.</p><p>From leaving secure jobs to betting on yourself, they reflect on the decisions that shaped their own careers and why waiting until you feel "ready" is often the biggest barrier to growth. They explore the importance of having a strong support network, embracing discomfort, and accepting that sometimes you need to take a step backwards before you can move forwards.</p><p>This is an honest conversation about risk, resilience, and why the biggest opportunities often sit just outside your comfort zone.</p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 - Start<br>00:35 - Taking a giant leap<br>01:28 - A moment Kory took a giant leap<br>04:51 - Taking the leap before you feel ready<br>06:46 - Why Jon made the giant leap to go full time on the podcast<br>08:45 - The importance of a support network<br>10:10 - Get comfortable being uncomfortable<br>14:50 - The risks of taking the leap of faith<br>19:02 - Sometimes you have to take a step back to take a step forward<br>22:01 - Are you willing to lose the battle to win the war?<br>24:42 - You need a high risk tolerance</p>

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What is Uncensored Renegades?

Kory Marchisotto, the trailblazing CMO of e.l.f., and Jon Evans, the perpetually fired host of the Uncensored CMO, team up to talk about the things leaders usually avoid talking about; failures, numbers, getting fired, and so on. The renegade duo fire through topics at speed, on a 20-minute time limit… ish.

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