Unfamous with Justin Tranter

Justin Tranter + Morgan Stuart

Most of what you love in pop culture didn't happen the way you think it did. Unfamous, hosted by Grammy-nominated songwriter Justin Tranter, reveals how creative work actually gets made. Each episode pairs a celebrity with the collaborator behind their biggest moments in music, comedy, film, and entertainment. You get honest stories, real insight, and a practical blueprint for building a creative career.

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20 episodes
Updated Wednesday

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Recap: Caleb Hearon + Caitie Delaney on TV Writing, Ego, and Bad Notes
Unfamous host Justin Tranter is joined by his co-creator Morgan Stuart to revisit their episode with comedian, actor, and writer Caleb Hearon and TV writer Caitie Delaney, whose credits include Big Mouth and Rick and Morty. Together, they unpack what Caleb and Caitie’s creative partnership reveals about writer room dynamics, ego, executive notes, knowing when to push back, and why the best collaborators care more about the work than getting credit. Credits: Unfamous is hosted by Justin Tranter Created by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Produced by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Written & Researched by Morgan T. Stuart Director: Morgan T. Stuart Co-Director + Cinematographer: Olivia McCrary Audio Engineer: Mike Sabri Camera Assistant: Kolbi Samantha Special thanks to Caleb Hearon, Caitie Delaney, Jimmy Knehans, Mark Beaven and Michelle Kariuki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday · 25 min
Wendy Goldstein | The Art of Building Superstars
The Art of Building Superstars
July 22 · 1 hr 10 min
Claire + Ragnar Rosinkranz | The Viral Hit, the Health Scare, and the Comeback
The Viral Hit, the Health Scare, and the Comeback
July 15 · 1 hr 6 min
Emei + Ricky Reed | How Radical Honesty Builds Great Artists
How Radical Honesty Builds Great Artists
July 8 · 1 hr 14 min
Nick Jonas | The Rejections Behind His Biggest Breakthroughs
Nick Jonas has spent nearly two decades navigating the highs, lows, and reinventions that come with growing up in public. In this episode of Unfamous, he joins Justin Tranter for an honest conversation about the resilience, creativity, and self-belief that have fueled one of pop culture's most enduring careers. Nick reflects on the pressure of being perceived as a Disney star and Jonas Brother while trying to prove himself as an artist, the fear of rejection that almost kept him from taking bigger swings, and the pivotal moments that led to the breakthrough solo era that produced "Chains" and "Jealous." He shares stories about career-defining collaborations, unexpected setbacks, and the mentors who helped him trust his instincts when everything felt uncertain. The conversation also explores songwriting, acting, Power Ballad with Paul Rudd, the Jonas Brothers Christmas movie, creative ownership, and how Nick continues to evolve as an artist, performer, husband, and father while staying connected to the things that first inspired him. Whether you're building a career, navigating change, or searching for the confidence to bet on yourself, this episode is a masterclass in longevity, reinvention, and turning rejection into momentum. Credits: Unfamous is hosted by Justin Tranter Created by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Produced by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Written & Researched by Morgan T. Stuart Director: Morgan T. Stuart Co-Director + Cinematographer: Olivia McCrary Audio Engineer: Mike Sabri Camera Assistant: Kolbi Samantha Special thanks to Mark Beavan, Jimmy Knehans, Christopher Young, Holly Farr, Alexis Spangler, Greg Garbowsky and Jeff Raymond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 1 · 1 hr 15 min
Rose Gray | From Louder, Please to "Club to Your Arms"
From Louder, Please to "Club to Your Arms"
June 24 · 1 hr 9 min
Katy Perry + Christian Breslauer | Watch It Burn, Feminine Fire, and Why It’s Okay to Be Angry
Watch It Burn, Feminine Fire, and Why It’s Okay to Be Angry
June 17 · 1 hr 19 min
Skylar Grey + Elliott Taylor | Eminem Hits, Bubble Grunge and WASTED POTENTIAL
Skylar Grey and Elliott Taylor collaborate on making music. But more importantly, they’ve built a creative life together. In this episode of Unfamous, Skylar opens up about writing Love The Way You Lie for Eminem and Rihanna alone in a cabin in the woods with no internet, how emotional burnout shaped her new album Wasted Potential, and why some of the darkest creative moments often lead to breakthrough art. If you love songwriting, creative process, and honest conversations about burnout, ambition, collaboration, and emotional honesty, this episode is for you. Unfamous is hosted by Justin Tranter Created by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Produced by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Written & Researched by Morgan T. Stuart Director: Morgan T. Stuart Co-Director + Cinematographer: Olivia McCrary Audio Engineer: Mike Sabri Camera Assistant: Kolbi Samantha Special thanks to Mark Beavan, Jimmy Knehans, Maria Eilert & Jenisse Sanches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 10 · 1 hr 14 min
Bongo ByTheWay + Ant Clemons | Songwriting math, producer psychology + Ye hits
Songwriting math, producer psychology + Ye hits
June 3 · 1 hr 12 min
Linda Perry + Don Hardy | Music, filmmaking, grief, and the power of vulnerability
Music, filmmaking, grief, and the power of vulnerability
May 27 · 1 hr 18 min
Valencia Grace + Kyle Stuart | Finding your artistic identity and building the right team
Finding your artistic identity and building the right team
May 26 · 1 hr 19 min
Valencia Grace performs “Picture Frames” live on Unfamous
Valencia Grace performs a live rendition of “Picture Frames” on this special episode of Unfamous. Stripped down to just voice and piano, the performance highlights the theatrical emotion, intimacy, and storytelling at the core of Valencia’s artistry. Follow, subscribe, like and comment if you love to watch and listen. Credits: Unfamous is hosted by Justin Tranter Created by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Produced by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Written & Researched by Morgan T. Stuart Director: Morgan T. Stuart Co-Director + Cinematographer: Olivia McCrary Audio Engineer: Mike Sabri Camera Assistant: Kolbi Samantha Special thanks to Mark Beavan, Jimmy Knehans, Wendy Laister & Magus Entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20 · 5 min
Bonus: Valencia Grace performs “Picture Frames” live on Unfamous
Valencia Grace performs a live rendition of “Picture Frames” on this special episode of Unfamous. Stripped down to just voice and piano, the performance highlights the theatrical emotion, intimacy, and storytelling at the core of Valencia’s artistry. Follow, subscribe, like and comment if you love to watch and listen. Credits: Unfamous is hosted by Justin Tranter Created by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Produced by Justin Tranter & Morgan T. Stuart Written & Researched by Morgan T. Stuart Director: Morgan T. Stuart Co-Director + Cinematographer: Olivia McCrary Audio Engineer: Mike Sabri Camera Assistant: Kolbi Samantha Special thanks to Mark Beavan, Jimmy Knehans, Wendy Laister & Magus Entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20 · 5 min
Yadim Carranza + Darian Darling | Building beauty culture from the underground
Building beauty culture from the underground
May 13 · 1 hr 12 min
Debbie Gibson | Youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a Billboard #1 hit
Youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a Billboard #1 hit
May 6 · 1 hr 45 min
Grace VanderWaal + Eren Cannata | Growing up as a 'Childstar' and processing it through music
Growing up as a 'Childstar' and processing it through music
April 29 · 52 min
MUNA | Evolving Together, Creative Tension and Making Dancing On The Wall
Evolving Together, Creative Tension and Making Dancing On The Wall
April 22 · 1 hr 19 min
Kid Cudi | Trusting Collaborators, Taking Vocal Risks, and Taking Free on Tour
Trusting Collaborators, Taking Vocal Risks, and Taking Free on Tour
April 15 · 1 hr 12 min
Troye Sivan + Leland | A Look Inside Their Creative Partnership + How “Rush” Started With a DM
A Look Inside Their Creative Partnership + How “Rush” Started With a DM
April 8 · 1 hr 29 min
King Princess | Girl Violence, Nicole Kidman and a Demon Named Cherry
Girl Violence, Nicole Kidman and a Demon Named Cherry
April 1 · 45 min

Unfamous with Justin Tranter

Recap: Caleb Hearon + Caitie Delaney on TV Writing, Ego, and Bad Notes

Wendy Goldstein | The Art of Building Superstars

Claire + Ragnar Rosinkranz | The Viral Hit, the Health Scare, and the Comeback

Emei + Ricky Reed | How Radical Honesty Builds Great Artists

Nick Jonas | The Rejections Behind His Biggest Breakthroughs

Rose Gray | From Louder, Please to "Club to Your Arms"

Katy Perry + Christian Breslauer | Watch It Burn, Feminine Fire, and Why It’s Okay to Be Angry

Skylar Grey + Elliott Taylor | Eminem Hits, Bubble Grunge and WASTED POTENTIAL

Bongo ByTheWay + Ant Clemons | Songwriting math, producer psychology + Ye hits

Linda Perry + Don Hardy | Music, filmmaking, grief, and the power of vulnerability

Valencia Grace + Kyle Stuart | Finding your artistic identity and building the right team

Valencia Grace performs “Picture Frames” live on Unfamous

Bonus: Valencia Grace performs “Picture Frames” live on Unfamous

Yadim Carranza + Darian Darling | Building beauty culture from the underground

Debbie Gibson | Youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a Billboard #1 hit

Grace VanderWaal + Eren Cannata | Growing up as a 'Childstar' and processing it through music

MUNA | Evolving Together, Creative Tension and Making Dancing On The Wall

Kid Cudi | Trusting Collaborators, Taking Vocal Risks, and Taking Free on Tour

Troye Sivan + Leland | A Look Inside Their Creative Partnership + How “Rush” Started With a DM

King Princess | Girl Violence, Nicole Kidman and a Demon Named Cherry