For the latter half twentieth century the shopping mall was a cornerstone of American social life and accounted for most of the nation’s retail sales. In the 1980’s there were around 2,500 malls in the United States, but today that number has dwindled to around 700. This week we examine the rise and fall of the American shopping mall and then as usual, pitch how we would fix it. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franc...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Lisa Frank is the technicolor media giant best known for making school supplies that were all the rage with middle school girls in the 90s. At the company’s peak during the mid 90’s Lisa Frank was doing over 60 million a year in sales. Today it’s nearly impossible to find Lisa Frank products unless you search online or eBay, and all of their physical stores have been shuttered. This week we dive into the company's rise and fall and then pitch how we would fix the brand for today. correction 1.26...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Our first installment of the "Round Robin Games" was such a success we decided to bring them back! So this week instead of devoting the entire episode to just one musician, one brand or one celebrity, we’re sharing different topics “round robin style” and then as usual, we’ll each try our best to fix them. Mentioned in the episode: NYT First Person podcast "Millions of People Watched Her Grow Up Online. What Did It Cost Her?" Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on ins...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 18 min
This week we're joined by writer, director and actress Kelechi Okafor to discuss the girl group Dream. In 2001 Dream seemed poised for success after the release of their hit single "He Loves U Not." But by 2003 their dream...was over. Together we dig into what happened and then we pitch how we’d each fix Dream’s career. Please check out Kelechi's work! kelechiokafor.com Say Your Mind podcast Kelechi’s debut book “Edge of Here” You can also pre-order her children's book “Strong like Me” in stores...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 2 min
We're closing out 2023 with our inaugural Glow Up Awards, spotlighting the moments and people that didn’t need our point of view or perspective to shine. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | http://instagram.com/thedelondotcom Please consider rating us on your favorite podcast app! New episodes every Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Dec 27, 2023•59 min
In the 90’s and early 2000’s Blockbuster dominated the movie rental market with over 45 million customers. But by 2010 the company was forced to file for bankruptcy. And today, there’s only one physical location left standing. This week we dive into how the video rental giant went from “let’s make it a Blockbuster night” to “not a Blockbuster in sight,” and then as always, we pitch how we would revamp the brand for today. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on ins...
Dec 20, 2023•54 min
This week we’re digging into the life of Hollywood legend Miss Eartha Kitt and then fan casting the yet-to-be-made movie of her life. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | http://instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 13, 2023•41 min
After 16 year old Ethan Couch killed 4 people in a drunk driving accident in 2013, his legal team claimed "affluenza" (aka his family's wealth) was to blame. This week we dig into Ethan's case and the pseudoscience behind this ridiculous disorder, and then pitch how we would fix it. Mentioned in this episode: PBS Documentary "Escape from Affluenza" on YouTube Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://in...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr
This week on the pod we’re trying something a little different with a “Round Robin” of topics that are on our hearts and then as usual, we’ll do our best to fix them. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | http://instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 7 min
This week we've cooked up a special Thanksgiving episode full of fixes to help you navigate going home for the holidays. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In the late 2000's and early 2010's Katy Perry dominated the pop music charts. But in 2018 things took a turn. And while she’s remained a pop culture figure as a judge on American Idol, in the years since her music career has stagnated. So what the hell happened? This week we dig into Katy Perry's career and of course, pitch how we would fix it. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us! lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min
As the lead singer of OneRepublic once crooned, "It's too late to apologize, it too laaaaate" but is is that actually true? This week we're reviewing the public apologies of a number of celebrities and brands to see what worked, what didn't, and how would we would fix them. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us! lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 1 min
This week actress and comedian Laci Mosley joins us to discuss Jussie Smollett's career. How'd this promising young actor go from poppin' and lockin' on Empire, to being LOCKED UP for a hate crime hoax? And what would it take for him to get back in the public's good graces? We're not so sure but we're down to figure it out! Subscribe to Laci's hilarious podcast Scam Goddess ! Laci Mosley on IG @Divalaci --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram....
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 17 min
This week we dive into the history of online dating, some of the apps we've been on and how we'd overhaul the whole thing if given the chance. As promised, here's Tinder's 2023 Future of Dating report --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 12 min
For decades Kodak was the top dog in the world of cameras and photography. But their failure to pivot to digital, completely tanked the brand. This week we dive into what led to their downfall and pitch how we'd revamp Kodak for today! --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 18, 2023•47 min
The year is 1994 and a school yard game with a funny name is sweeping the nation. But as quickly as "pogs" blew up, the game was banned, never to be heard from or played again. This week Franchesca and De'lon do a deep dive into the history of pogs and try their best to rebrand it for today. --- Let's stay in touch! Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Oct 11, 2023•41 min
There's no question that Christina Aguilera has one of the most iconic voices in pop history, but it feels like her balloon has deflated in recent years. So this week we take a look at Christina's incredible career and pitch some ideas to revive her brand for 2023. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescaleigh De'lon Grant | instagram.com/thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 11 min
If Charlize Theron can win an Oscar for playing serial killer Aileen Wuornos and Elizabeth Holmes and Anna Delvy are now household names because of their crimes, when will Lizzie Borden have her day? This week Franchesca and De'lon do their best to rebrand everyone's favorite wrongfully accused girl boss murderer. Check out the Lizzie Musical here ! --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | instagram.com/chescale...
Sep 27, 2023•46 min
We all know Justin Timberlake as N'Sync's breakout star, but if you ask De'lon and Franchesca, "it shoulda been JC" (sung to the tune of "it's gonna be MAY") Listen to JC Chasez's full unreleased album "The Story of Kate" here. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey @chescaleigh De'lon Grant @thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 20, 2023•47 min
De'Lon and Franchesca take a trip down memory lane and unpack everything that worked and didn't work during their days at University of Michigan's acting school. ------ Let's keep in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey @chescaleigh De'lon Grant @thedelondotcom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Hosted by longtime besties Franchesca Ramsey and De’Lon Grant, Lemme Fix It! is a trip down memory lane, followed by a hilarious rebranding session. Each episode explores their favorite celebrities, shows, catchphrases, brand and movies of yesteryear and then imagines what it would take to repackage them for relevance today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 28, 2023•2 min
