In this episode of the Logan Fields Podcast, Logan Fields sits down with Clifton Prescod, a world-renowned celebrity and entertainment campaign photographer whose work has shaped global film, television, and streaming launches. From Emmy-winning projects to photographing the most recognizable faces in culture, Clifton’s career is a masterclass in patience, positioning, and long-term creative leverage.

Clifton opens up about his unconventional path, starting with years of unpaid work, deep apprenticeship, and relentless skill-building before ever earning his first dollar. Rather than chasing shortcuts, he focused on mastering craft, building trust, and understanding how creative excellence intersects with business strategy. That long-game mindset ultimately led him to work on major campaigns for networks like Netflix, NBC, and Peacock, and to earn multiple Emmys as part of elite production teams.

The conversation goes beyond photography. Logan and Clifton explore what it really takes to operate at the highest levels of entertainment without losing your identity. They unpack how Clifton differentiates himself in a crowded industry, why he rejects the title of “celebrity photographer,” and how creating a consistent on-set experience has become one of his greatest competitive advantages. This episode is as much about human psychology and relationship management as it is about cameras and lighting.

Clifton also shares the story behind his next chapter: the launch of a luxury eyewear brand designed with the same intentionality he brings to his photography. Drawing from his background in industrial design, global manufacturing partnerships in Japan, and a sharp understanding of status branding, he explains why pricing high, embracing scarcity, and obsessing over detail are non-negotiable. This isn’t merch. It’s a collectible, heirloom product built for cultural placement and long-term brand equity.

Throughout the episode, Logan Fields challenges Clifton on pricing power, investor dynamics, and how founders should think about signaling value in premium markets. The two dive into lessons from luxury brands, the dangers of over-accessibility, and why not every customer is meant to be yours. The discussion also touches on faith, pressure, ego management, and how to stay grounded while working with high-profile talent.

Key topics explored include:

• Building a creative career through apprenticeship, patience, and repetition

• How to earn trust with celebrities and executives under extreme time pressure

• Turning artistic skill into business leverage and pricing power

• Designing and launching a luxury product with cultural relevance

• Managing high-profile relationships with discretion and confidence

• The mindset shift from artist to founder without losing creative integrity

This episode is especially relevant for founders, creatives, designers, and operators who want to build something meaningful without chasing trends or validation. Clifton’s story reinforces that real momentum is built quietly, over time, through disciplined execution and thoughtful positioning.

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In this episode of the Logan Fields Podcast, Josh Halpern, CEO of Big Chicken and Chief Business and Brand Officer at Craveworthy Brands, joins Logan Fields for a wide-ranging conversation on what it actually takes to scale restaurants, protect legacy, and build brands that last. From partnering with Shaquille O’Neal to growing a portfolio that now exceeds $400M in system-wide revenue without venture capital, Josh breaks down the operator mindset behind sustainable growth.

The discussion starts with the origin of Big Chicken, a brand rooted in Shaq’s family history and built as a legacy play rather than a celebrity endorsement. Josh explains why star power might drive first-time traffic, but only disciplined operations, food quality, and guest experience keep people coming back. The stakes are higher when a brand is tied directly to a person’s reputation, and Josh shares what it means to protect that at scale.

Logan and Josh dig deep into why Craveworthy Brands doesn’t operate like traditional private equity, even though it acquires and scales multiple restaurant concepts. Instead of financial engineering, the focus is on hands-on operations, supply chain mastery, and empowering founders who want to grow without losing what made their brands special in the first place. This operator-led approach shows up everywhere, from menu design to labor strategy to how franchises are supported day to day.

A major theme of the episode is the difference between entrepreneurs and franchise operators, and why franchising isn’t for everyone. Josh is candid about why many independent restaurants fail, what founders underestimate about unit economics, and how small decisions, like napkins, sauces, or training systems, can make or break margins at scale. The conversation also explores how technology, data, and AI-driven training are reshaping hospitality without losing the human element that makes great restaurants work.

Throughout the episode, Josh shares stories from his time working with Anheuser-Busch, insights from Bar Rescuealongside John Taffer, and lessons learned from managing complex supply chains where one weak link can collapse an entire operation. The result is a grounded, behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant industry that goes far beyond the food.

Key topics covered in this episode include:

• Building Big Chicken with Shaq as a legacy brand, not a celebrity gimmick

• Scaling to hundreds of millions in revenue without VC or private equity backing

• Why operations, supply chain, and training matter more than hype

• The real economics of franchising and when it does or doesn’t make sense

• How guest experience, data, and AI-driven training intersect in modern hospitality

• Lessons from Bar Rescue, brand turnarounds, and multi-concept growth

This conversation is essential listening for founders, operators, investors, and anyone curious about how brands scale in the real world, where execution beats theory and presence beats spreadsheets alone. Josh’s perspective blends heart, discipline, and clarity, offering insights that apply far beyond restaurants.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the Logan Fields Podcast for more conversations with builders, operators, and leaders shaping the future of business. You can follow Logan Fields on LinkedIn and visit TheAppGuys.com or LoganFields.com for more content. Share this episode with someone building a brand, leave a review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know who you want to hear on the show next.

In this episode of The Logan Fields Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Tompkins—an Emmy award-winning journalist, former Seattle news anchor, chief of staff for one of the country’s most high-profile police departments, and now the host of the Respectfu11y podcast. With over 20 years in broadcast journalism and a career that spans coast to coast, Jamie brings a wealth of insight on storytelling, leadership, and navigating major career transitions with purpose.

From covering national tragedies to crafting deeply human narratives that shape public policy, Jamie has built a career on amplifying the voices of others. But as you’ll hear, she’s not just a storyteller—she’s a strategist with a deep understanding of how emotion, timing, and structure can move audiences and create lasting impact.

We dive into the true cost and power of storytelling in journalism—what it takes to report on trauma without losing yourself, how to develop stories that resonate without sensationalizing, and the ways Jamie’s work has helped shape legislation like the Death with Dignity Act in Washington. She shares the behind-the-scenes process of covering heartbreaking stories, including one that earned her an Emmy and national attention.

Key topics explored in this episode include:

• What separates great storytellers from average reporters

• How Jamie crafted award-winning narratives rooted in compassion and clarity

• Why storytelling is essential in business, leadership, and crisis communication

• The transition from broadcast journalism to serving as Chief of Staff at the Seattle Police Department

• Rebuilding public trust and reshaping the brand narrative of law enforcement post-2020

• Jamie’s mindset when making high-stakes career pivots and choosing purpose over prestige

We also talk about the power of emotional intelligence, the importance of being selective about who you work with, and the mental health challenges faced by journalists and first responders alike. Jamie pulls back the curtain on newsroom culture, explaining how anchors balance on-air pressure, viewer expectations, and the pursuit of excellence—all while navigating tight deadlines and live technical failures.

This conversation is a masterclass in intentional storytelling, resilience, and what it means to lead with both strategy and soul. Whether you're a startup founder, content creator, executive, or creative professional, Jamie’s perspective on how to shape stories that drive action is invaluable.

If you’ve ever wondered how to translate the art of storytelling into your brand, leadership style, or mission-driven work, this episode is a must-listen.

Takeaways you won’t want to miss:

• The importance of choosing theme and structure in high-impact stories

• How to “land the plane” and create content that leaves a lasting emotional imprint

• Practical parallels between news reporting and business messaging

• Why Jamie believes communication is the most underutilized asset in leadership

To hear more from Jamie, check out her show Respectfu11y on YouTube and follow her on Instagram @jamietompkinsnews.

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