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Tom Phillips: PR, Startups, Branding & Fantasy Sports | Under the Hoodie Podcast

In the very first episode of Under the Hoodie, we sit down with a veteran PR and communications leader whose career spans startups, global agencies, and nearly two decades inside Microsoft. From early “sink or swim” moments to navigating corporate crises, cultural transformation, and major career pivots, this conversation goes under the hood on what it really takes to build brands, tell stories that matter, and adapt when the market changes. We also connect those lessons directly to the fantasy sports ecosystem — exploring how early-stage companies can stand out, communicate clearly, and grow without losing their identity. Along the way, we cover: The power of simplicity in messaging Big company vs startup life Branding, PR, and storytelling in crowded markets Career wins, career misses, and lessons learned the hard way Why fantasy sports is one of the most exciting ecosystems to build in right now This episode sets the tone for Under the Hoodie: real stories, real lessons, and real conversations with people shaping the future of fantasy sports and sports business. 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 📍 New episodes coming regularly 00:00 Podcast mission & guest intro 02:45 Tom's background 07:42 Life after the self made agency 11:07 Small agencies vs big corporations 12:48 Advice for fantasy sports startups 17:36 Tom's best wins 19:57 Biggest loss 23:00 Fantasy sports discussion 26:28 More advice to fantasy startups 28:45 Final thought 30:46 Tom's Bezos story