Brand Up, Brand Down: NFL Draft's Viral LinkedIn Star, 518K Children Dead from USAID Cuts & RFK Jr.'s Fluoride Lies

On Brand with Donny Deutsch

Donny Deutsch Podcast Admin

Entertainment News, News, Arts, News Commentary

4.6 • 896 Ratings

🗓️ 28 April 2026

⏱️ 17 minutes

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Summary

This week, Donny breaks down the brands that are winning, losing, and making headlines. NFL Draft sensation Fernando Mendoza goes viral for his LinkedIn-powered endorsement strategy — and why he could rival Tom Brady as a brand ambassador. American luxury labels like Ralph Lauren and Coach are defying the odds with double-digit sales growth, even as global luxury slumps. The shocking human cost of USAID cuts comes into focus: over 518,000 children have died from preventable causes. RFK Jr. spreads dangerous misinformation about fluoride — and gets debunked fast. The Michael Jackson biopic breaks box office records for biopics despite major controversy. QVC files for bankruptcy as shopping culture shifts. Road rage shootings hit an all-time high. Plus: drone pizza delivery in New Jersey, deepfake nude dangers for teens, AI privacy risks, animal shelter adoptions at record highs, foot fillers for high heel wearers, and the viral slang term "mogging" explained. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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