Fri, March 21, 2025

What's Next for Nike Inc? - Episode #226

We react to on Nike's latest earnings call (everyone relax!), what's Nike going to do next? and more.

Wed, March 12, 2025

AE2 Unveiled and We Wish it Didn't Happen - Episode #225

We discuss our initial thoughts on the AE2, which unfairly was given an unveiling that would not do the shoe justice. Is there a sophomore curse for signature basketball sneaker models? Does the signature sneaker strategy need to change? We discuss it all!

Wed, February 19, 2025

NBA All-Star Weekend 2025 Recap - Episode #224

We recap and share our thoughts from NBA All Star Weekend in San Francisco, which includes the best releases, the best brand activations and shock drops.

Wed, February 12, 2025

Bred 1s, Reimagined Jordans & Sneaker Stores Filing for Bankruptcy - Episode #223

We breakdown the news of the week to discuss the Bred AJ1 release, the Reimagined Jordan lineup and the hard times coming down on sneaker stores in the US and abroad.

Wed, January 22, 2025

Bred 1s: Did Jordan Brand Nail It Or Miss The Mark? - Episode #222

DP and Lawrence discuss the upcoming Air Jordan 1 '85 High "Bred" release strategy and what it means going forward.

Thu, December 19, 2024

SoleSavy Sneaker of the Year Draft - Episode #221

This is a live recording from a SoleSavy community event. DP, Kendell, Lawrence and Jose host a live snake draft picking their individual sneaker of the year choices across 4 rounds!

Wed, December 11, 2024

5 Themes That Defined 2024 - Episode #220

As we look back on 2024 we discuss five themes that set the tone for the year. From collabs with fresh stories and new partners, to on sale is the new retail, and more!

Wed, December 04, 2024

Nike owned Web3 Brand RTFKT is Shutting Down - Episode #219

Marco and DP share their initial reactions to the news and break down what went wrong for Nike's only acquisition of the past decade.

Wed, November 27, 2024

ComplexCon 2024 Las Vegas Recap- Episode #218

What happens at ComplexCon Las Vegas is definitely getting talked about on this podcast. We dive into the full spectrum of what went down at this years event from limited edition collabs to ways the event can improve. 

Wed, November 20, 2024

Makeway invites everyone to join the Party - Episode #217

Toronto’s Makeway gives us a peak behind the curtain at what it’s like to get a Nike collaboration, breaks down the inspiration behind their first sneaker, and hints at what could be next for them.

Wed, November 13, 2024

The Commercialization of Sneaker Culture - Episode #216

It used to be about the culture first, now it's strictly about the monetary gain and commercialization of the space. Are we too far gone for the next generation of sneakerheads?

Fri, November 08, 2024

Marky Lopez Talks New Por La Famila x HOLO Collab - Episode #215

1:11 Tell us about your 2019 collab with Nike? 3:57 What role did sneakers and fashion play in your childhood? 9:52 What's the creative scene like in Phoenix and what changes have you seen? 11:49 When did HOLO Footwear get on your radar? 15:27 What are some of your favorite details on this shoe?  18:48 How did your cultural roots impact you as a person and artist? 20:43 What is one of your dream collab? 23:17 What is your vision for the next 5 years of the brand? 24:19 What's your SOTY pick?  

Wed, November 06, 2024

The Top Jordan Releases in 2025 - Episode #214

We sit down to discuss the most exciting Jordan releases of 2025 include Undefeated AJ4, Union AJ1s and a lot more. 

Sat, October 19, 2024

Jillian Discusses her Jordan 6 Design for Doernbecher Freestyle 20 - Episode #213

We interviewed Doernbecher Freestyle 20 patient designer Jillian who designed her own Air Jordan 6. She discusses what inspired her and why it was important to put "Give Life" on her sneaker. 

Wed, October 09, 2024

What Happens Next in the Sneaker Industry? - Episode #212

SoleSavy co-founders discuss where the sneaker industry is heading next now that Nike has a new CEO. What brands will have a strong 2025? Will Nike get their hype back? Will the Kobe business grow even more?

Wed, September 25, 2024

Nike To Replace John Donahoe With Elliott Hill As CEO - Episode #211

In this episode, we react to the news that Nike CEO John Donahoe is stepping down. We talk about Donahoe's tenure and what went wrong, including his lack of sneaker industry experience, Silicon Valley background, mass layoffs, and emphasis on DTC (direct to consumer.) We also discuss Nike's new CEO, Elliott Hill, his background, and where Nike goes from here.   

Thu, September 19, 2024

A Conversation With The Authors Of Sneaker Law Volume 2 - Episode #210

1:20 How has the Sneaker Law Volume 2 Book Launch been? 4:40 How did the first book impact your lives and careers? 5:48 How did that impact the second book? 7:28 What were some of the hardest chapters to cover? 9:59 What was the most surprising thing you learned? 16:35 What was the inspiration behind the book theme? 24:24 Why did you include the NY Sole Savy Jordan 1 drop in the book? 25:12 What do you guys have for shoe of the year?

Mon, September 16, 2024

Why Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Sneaker Moment Could Be The Biggest One Yet - Episode #209

In this episode, we look at the Kendrick Lamar x Super Bowl LIX news from a sneaker industry perspective. We recap the recent history of sneaker moments at the Super Bowl and speculate what Kendrick's may look like. We discuss Kendrick Lamar's sneaker history and recent love for Nikes. Later, we look at how Drake's longtime deal with Nike could impact what Kendrick wears during the Super Bowl. 

Wed, August 28, 2024

Why Cooper Flagg Signing With New Balance Is A Big Deal - Episode #208

In this episode, we discuss how and why Cooper Flagg chose to sign with New Balance over Nike. We talk about his history playing for Nike teams and how Duke has historically been a pipeline for future Nike signature athletes. We touch on the decline in signature sneaker sales and why brands stopped investing millions in rookies. We break down the impact NIL is having on the footwear industry and why Flagg won't be able to play in NB at Duke.        0:48 Who is Cooper Flag? 7:01 NIL and how it's changed sneaker brands 9:59 New Balance needs Cooper Flag 14:14 American Born Star 16:12 Why didn't Nike sign him?  

Wed, August 21, 2024

Continuing The Legacy Of The 1st Athlete Owned Sneaker Brand with Jonas Guerrero From Ewing Athletics - Episode #207

In this episode, we are joined by Ewing Athletics designer Jonas Guerrero to talk about his work with the brand. We discuss Ewing's legacy as the first athlete-owned footwear brand, Patrick's involvement, and the all-new SL33 silhouette. Jonas shares his journey in the footwear industry, his NYC upbringing, and how Virgil Abloh inspires him as a creative. We also break down the latest collaboration with reggaeton icon Yandel and how Latino culture influences Jonas' work and the Ewing brand.

Wed, August 14, 2024

A Ma Maniere Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Historic Nike, Jordan, & Converse Collection - Episode #206

0:41 Initial Reaction to the While You Were Sleeping Collection 4:04 How did A Ma Maniere get here? A rundown of all of their Nike and Jordan collabs. 14:03 Looking at the While You Were Sleeping Collection

Wed, August 07, 2024

Union & Jordan Brand Are Revisiting Their Iconic Air Jordan 1 Collaboration In 2025 - Episode #205

0:50 Reactions to the news 2:12 What details do we know right now? 5:05 Looking back at the 2018 Union x Jordan release 21:27 What does this mean for Jordan Brand's 2025 release year? 27:43 What kind of conversations will we be having about Jordan Brand a year from now?

Tue, July 30, 2024

The "Shattered Backboard" Air Jordan 1 Returns In 2025 - Episode #204

1:14 Initial Reactions 3:53 What are your memories of this release? 11:51 What was the sneaker landscape like back then? 20:44 Follow-up Colorways 29:50 Is this the best non-OG Jordan 1 colorway?

Wed, July 24, 2024

The Best USA Olympic Sneakers In History With Drew Hammell - Episode #203

1:51 '92 Olympics 14:07 '96 Olympics 20:24 '00 Olympics 27:05 '04 Olympics 31:13 '08 Olympics 37:00 '12 Olympics 42:23 '20 Olympics 46:35 What can we expect from the '24 Olympics

Fri, July 19, 2024

Why Nike Is Suing The Shoe Surgeon - Episode #202

1:47 Does this lawsuit come as a surprise? 7:28 What took Nike so long to file this lawsuit? 15:22 What does Nike want from the lawsuit?

Wed, July 17, 2024

Jordan Brand Has Been Here Before - Episode #201

4:14 2016 Sneaker Era 12:04 How did Jordan brand change the narrative? 27:52 Where is Jordan brand today? 32:15 What can Jordan brand do now?

Wed, July 10, 2024

Spike Lee x Jordan 'Do The Right Thing' Spizike Scavenger Hunt BTS - Episode #200

1:38 Do the Right Thing 30th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt Recap 7:45 First Hidden Location - Sal's Pizzeria 11:02 Second Hidden Location - Bedstuy Mural 15:35 Third Hidden Location - Ebbets Field 21:55 Fourth Hidden Location - Viand Coffee Shop 29:23 Fifth Hidden Location - Korean Grocery Store 32:38 Final Hidden Location - Record Store

Wed, June 19, 2024

The Good And Bad Of June's Sneaker Releases: Action Bronson, Nina Chanel, HUF - Episode #199

2:25 Action Bronson Drop Recap 19:56 Nina Chanel Drop Recap 26:21 HUF Drop Recap

Wed, June 12, 2024

Why It's the Right Time For Air Jordan 15-18 Retros - Episode #198

1:46 First initial reaction to Retroing Later Jordan Models 4:53 Reasons why Jordan Brand is bringing back the later Jordan Models 11:54 Does the Wizards era still matter to consumers? 15:41 Declining sales for popular Jordan models 19:03 Will these releases be limited? 23:08 Will these drops create a conversation around Jordan brand? 25:29 Is the Jordan 17 a SOTY candidate?

Wed, June 05, 2024

2024 NBA Finals Sneaker Matchups & Storylines - Episode #197

2:41 Jordan Brand signature Athlete will win a championship ring 5:59 Thoughts on Luka and Tatum Sneakers? 14:27 Kyrie potentially winning a championship in Anta Sneakers 19:36 Jalen Brown and Nike differences 23:03 Jason Kidd could become the first former signature athlete to win a championship since Bill Russell 27:26 Former Nike Exec, Nico Harrison could lead his team to a championship in only his third season as a GM 31:57 The absence of a Nike superstar in the championships 37:17 Michael Finley could win a championship from the front office 39:08 What brand has most to gain in this NBA Finals?

Wed, May 22, 2024

A Complete History Of Air Jordan 3 Collaborations - Episode #196

0:45 J Balvin Early Access Release Recap 2:19 Air Jordan 3 Collaborations 4:45 Air Jordan 3 x Atmos Pack 8:03 Air Jordan 3 x Anna Wintour 10:54 Air Jordan 3 x Justin Timberlake 15:12 Air Jordan 3 x Fragment Design 16:53 Air Jordan 3 x A Ma Maniere 19:41 Air Jordan 3 x J Balvin 2023 24:22 Air Jordan 3 x Doernbecher 25:28 Upcoming Air Jordan 3 Collaborations 28:44 Who do you think is going to be the next Jordan 3 collaborator? 31:88 Which notable promos would you like to see get a full release?

Wed, May 15, 2024

The Biggest Sneaker Storylines Of The WNBA Season - Episode #195

1:33 WNBA League Expansion 4:34 What are your expectations for the 2024 Season? 6:12 Caitlin Clark entering the league 8:00 Do you think the league is ready for all the energy coming this season? 11:40 WNBA Signature Sneakers 20:55 What do you expect to see from Candace Parker now? 24:41 What about WNBA signature sneakers retros? 27:28 What is your favorite women's signature sneaker silhouette? 29:02 Giveaway of your favorite Women's signature sneaker

Wed, May 08, 2024

How Travis Scott Became Jordan Brand's Biggest Endorser Since Michael Jordan - Episode #194

2:19 How did Travis Scott become the most important endorser of Jordan Brand? 6:09 A timeline of Travis Scott's sneaker releases  11:35 Is Travis Scott's sneaker influence built on limited stock? 16:30 Is Travis Scott an influencer or is he beyond that? 17:37 Drake and Jordan Brand Collab Attempt 27:48 Jordan 1 low Mocha 31:05 Jordan 6 Marketing 41:36 Present Day Jumpman Jack 48:51 Where does the Jumpman Jack go from here?

Wed, May 01, 2024

How the Sneaker Retail Landscape Changed in 5 Years - Episode #193

1:04 Major Sneaker Retail Acquisitions 6:08 JD Sports enters the US Market 10:06 Footlocker aquires Atmos 14:44 JD Sports other aquistions 25:27 What does this mean for sneaker retail? 31:48 What does this mean for sneaker consumers?

Wed, April 24, 2024

The Biggest Sneaker Storylines Of The 2024 NBA Playoffs - Episode #192

0:52 Basketball Sneaker Storylines going into the NBA Playoffs 2:07 Oklahoma City Thunder Sneaker Storylines 7:53 What is happening with Under Armour and the Currys? 9:14 New Orleans Pelicans Sneaker Storylines 12:04 Denver Nuggets Sneaker Storylines 19:58 Los Angeles Lakers Sneaker Storylines 22:02 Clippers vs Mavs Sneaker Storylines 32:24 Timberwolves vs Suns Sneaker Storylines 35:24 Celtics vs Heat Sneaker Storylines 38:25 Cavs vs Magic Sneaker Storylines 39:18 Bucks vs Pacers Sneaker Storylines 41:36 Knicks vs Sixers Sneaker Storylines

Wed, April 17, 2024

When Did The "Military Blue" Air Jordan 4 Become A "Grail?" - Episode #191

1:18 Industrial or Military Blue? 2:55 Is the Military Blue AJ4 a grail? 6:38 History of Military Blue AJ4 9:30 What was the 2012 era like? 18:54 Fabricated Nostalgia of AJ4 Military Blue 21:17 What colourways have led to this? 30:15 New shape of AJ4 32:15 What does the stock look like for this retro?

Wed, March 20, 2024

Episode #190 - How Jordan Made People Care About The Forgotten Air Ship

0:58 Reaction to recent Air Ship Releases 4:25 Banned colorway 10:39 2022 Air Ship Releases 15:29 The collab stage of the Air Ship 21:47 Recent Air Ship Releases 32:45 Favorite Air Ship so far? 34:15 What do you want to see from the Air Ship?

Wed, March 13, 2024

Episode #189 - Previewing The Best Air Jordans Releasing This Summer

1:37 Jordan Brand Summer Lineup 1:58 Air Jordan 4 "Oxidized Green"  3:40 Air Jordan 6 "Oreo" 5:26 WMNS Air Jordan 1 High "Latte" 8;37 Air Jordan 1 High "Artisinal Red" 11:26 Air Jordan 12 "Gym Red" 14:16 Air Jordan 1 High "Green Glow" 16:26 Air Jordan 1 Low "silver" 19:09 Air Jordan 11 low "pink" 23:40 Air Jordan 11 low "Space Jam" 25:06 Air Jordan 13 "Dune" 26:40 Air Jordan 1 Low "Shadow" 30:10 WMNS Air Jordan 1 "Silver" 31:06 Air Jordan 17 "Lightning" 34:27 Air Jordan 4 "Industrial Blue"

Wed, March 06, 2024

Episode #188 - Why Savvy Sneakerheads Have Stopped Paying Resell

1:04 Is it worth paying resell right now? 5:20 Are sneakers actually selling out? 12:55 Case Study: Mettalic Vomero 5 18:35 Limited runs of first signature of sneakers 21:44 Reliance on nike snkrs app to get the sneakers

Wed, February 28, 2024

Why Aren't Sneaker Trades More Common? - Episode #187

0:50 Introduction 4:26 What are your personal experiences with trades? 6:19 What's the biggest roadblock for trades? 9:39 What about authenticity with trades? 10:45 Legitmark Founder Jacob Roscoe joins the podcast to discuss digital authentication. 12:35 How does digital authentication make trades easier? 16:44 How does Legitmark authentication work on Collect right now? 23:35 Would the 2019 Bred Jordan 4 be a fair trade for the 2024 Bred Jordan 4? 27:12 Is time a roadblock for when you are trading? 32:14 SoleSavy Member Feedback on Trades

Thu, February 22, 2024

How adidas Basketball Won The 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend - Episode #186

1:31 All-Star Weekend Recap 3:34 Was this Adidas' best All-Star Weekend? 6:03 Adidas Basketball design language 11:56 Sneaker Moments from All-Star Weekend 15:22 Dame 9 Reaction 18:18 DON 6 Reaction 19:12 Adidas Basketball Roster 22:57 Harden 8 Reaction 25:46 Trae 3 Reaction 27:03 What was missing from All-Star Weekend?

Wed, February 14, 2024

The Air Jordan 3 "Black Cement" Returns In 2024 - Episode #185

1:30 Black Cement 3 Coming Holiday 2024 6:12 Should we purchase if we have a 2018 BC3? 9:04 Prediction on elephant print 10:28 Stock Predictions 12:12 Release Date Predictions 21:50 Retro Cycles 25:26 Final Thoughts/ State of Leaks

Wed, January 31, 2024

How Kith Got It Right With Its Loyalty Program - Episode #184

1:03 Overview of Kith Loyalty Program 13:11 Transparency of the Kith Loyalty Program 20:33 Thoughts on the Program 22:50 Sole Savy Rewards Program

Wed, January 24, 2024

How To Preserve Your Sneakers With CapSole Founder Darren Lee - Episode #183

0:52 Introductions 3:23 What inspired you to start this business? 6:10 How did you test this product to make sure it worked? 8:12 What was the biggest challenge throughout development? 9:21 How do you describe how this product works? 11:17 Is it just for new shoes or would it help older shoes as well? 14:13 What other benefits does this product give you? 15:54 What was the response to you trying to bring this product to life? 17:30 Is this any better than shrink wrapping shoes? 20:10 What is the recommended use for this product? 26:41 What size should I get?

Thu, January 18, 2024

Previewing Nike's Big 2024 Kobe Plans - Episode #182

1:21 Kobe Line 2023 Recap 19:59 What is the current sentiment with consumers to the Kobe Line? 23:12 2024 Forecast for Kobe Line

Wed, January 10, 2024

How Sneaker Brands Are Reinventing Retro - Episode #181

1:01 Nike Earnings Call Review 5:02 What other brands are capitlizing on retros? 10:02 Nike's Retros Reimagined Program 27:59 Jordan Remix line has surpassed 1 Billion in product 33:45 The rise of the Jordan 4's    

Wed, January 03, 2024

2023 Recap + 2024 Sneaker Predictions With K.O. From ATATF - Episode #180

1:13 2023 Predictions Recap: #1 The Rise of Independent Shoe Designer 4:08 2023 Predictions Recap: #2 Creators having a moment 8:58 2023 Predictions Recap: #3 FCFS would make a comeback 10:54 2023 Predictions Recap: #4 Recent resellers would start to fall off 16:18 2023 Predictions Recap: #5 Air Jordan 2 will have a great year 18:37 2023 Predictions Recap: #6 New Balance's staying power 26:50 2023 Predictions Recap: #7 The rise of Asics 28:24 2023 Predictions Recap: #8 What's next for Adidas? 35:30 What is your SOTY? 47:50 Sleeper SOTY? 52:10 Predictions for 2024?

Wed, December 27, 2023

The End of the Pre-Cart on Shopify - Episode #179

1:28 The Pre-Cart is Dead 9:20 A fresh start for manual users 16:09 What's next for Shopify?

Fri, December 22, 2023

Consumer Spending Trends In Sneakers With Ian From Kicks Deals - Episode #178

1:40 "Breds and Royals on Sale" 3:56 Why do you think so many OG sneakers are on sale? 10:30 How is your audience responding to these deals? 11:40 Are people buying less? 20:45 Will the sales end soon?

Thu, December 07, 2023

Bricks Don't Exist If You Buy What You Like - Episode #177

0:55 What is Brick Culture? 17:05 Are classic shoes bricks? 26:36 What about tradebait? 30:28 Final Thoughts

Fri, December 01, 2023

2023 Recap and 2024 Predictions - Episode #176

SoleSavy co-founders Justin and DP sit down to recap 2023 and the predictions they made at the top of the year before diving into what you can expect in 2024. From collaborations, NikeSB, future discounts, Travis Scott and more, they touch on it all.

Wed, November 15, 2023

The Intersection of Basketball, Sneakers, & Advertising with Drew Ruiz - Episode #175

1:29 Introduction to Drew Ruiz 2:15 What's in your sneaker rotation? 3:49 What kind of sneakers did you like growing up? 6:00 What are some hoop shoes from this year that have caught your attention? 9:40 What has basketball done for you? 11:31 How has coaching helped you in your career? 14:16 How did you start working at SLAM magazine? 18:36 How did you start writing? 28:00 Any shoes for events that stuck out to you? 30:15 Tell us about the Bubble Live 36:25 What was it like working at Wieden Kennedy? 40:08 What was it like working on the CPFM x McDonalds collab? 48:30 What was it like moving when you are 30 years old? 54:31 What sense of pride does being a Mexican and doing the work you're doing bring to you?

Wed, November 08, 2023

The Best Signature Sneakers In the NBA With The Sole Drop - Episode #174

1:26 Introductions 3:56 What was the first sneaker that made you appreciate sneakers? 7:12 Any signature sneakers that have caught your eye this season? 11:27 Have you tried the Kyrie Anta yet? 15:52 What is a drop sole compared to a traditional midsole? 20:26 Thoughts on signature sneakers 39:59 Thoughts on Skechers joining the basketball space? 43:00 Favorite budget shoe to hoop in? 44:30 Best any budget shoe to hoop in? 47:08 Shoe recommendation for bigger guys? 50:20 NBA season predictions 51:10 Predictions for shoes that will be popular this year? 52:05 Who do you want to see get a signature sneaker next?

Wed, November 01, 2023

size? Team Discuss Their Exclusive 1906R Collaboration - Episode #173

1:05 Introductions 3:26 Tell us a bit more about Size? as a brand 8:35 Tell us about your new collab on the New Balance 1906r 15:05 How long did this project take? 20:21 Any other details that we should look for on the sneaker? 24:11 Final thoughts

Fri, October 27, 2023

The Inspiration Behind Macey's Doernbecher Freestyle XIX Collection - Episode #172

Timestamps 1:20 - Intro to Macey & Her Hobbies 1:45 - Macey's Nike Dunk High Design 3:00 - Getting Involved with Nike x Doernbecher Freestyle 4:21 - Significance of the Ribbon on Macey's Nike Dunk High 5:10 - First Time You Saw Your Design 6:15 - What is Your Favorite Part of Your Shoe? 8:55 - What Do you Want to Be When You Grow Up? 9:39 - What Do You Hope People Feel When They See the Shoe the First Time? 11:20 - Final Thoughts

Fri, October 20, 2023

20(ish) Questions about Bot Protection on Shopify - Episode #171

1:57 What are bots? 2:50 What is shopify plus? 3:52 What does it cost to implement shopify plus? 5:06 What does shopify plus include? 7:00 Is hCaptcha all through shopify as well? 11:35 What is the process for the secret site release? 13:45 Explain the fraud score to us 24:05 Gmail Success Screenshots, real or fake? 28:25 Releases Recap for 2023 42:28 Final Thoughts

Wed, October 11, 2023

Why Atmos USA and Hanon Closed Their Doors - Episode #170

1:03 Recent Boutiques Closing 6:43 Economic Pressures 12:12 Why not just operate online? 18:38 Atmos USA Closing Thoughts 23:00 Final Thoughts

Wed, October 04, 2023

A History of Basketball in 15 Sneakers w/ Author Russ Bengtson - Episode #169

2:07 Stories from the past 6:42 What inspired you to write this book? 12:00 Can Converse even lean on the chuck anymore? 15:07 Did you find a lot of current innovation is just history repeating itself? 18:38 What were the hard decisions you had to make to make a list of the top 15? 25:16 With all the new brands competing in the space, do you think that will change who gets signature shoes? 27:47 Any shoes that you thought would be a hit but fell flat? 33:02 Is there a player that deserved a signature sneaker but didn't? 41:47 What shoes blew you away when you first saw them? 55:57 What were some of the best parts about writing the book?

Thu, September 21, 2023

Jesser Launches Bucketsquad 1 Sneaker - Episode #168

0:46 Introduction 2:03 Why did you want to do a signature shoe? 3:40 What are some details you hid in the shoe? 9:43 Do you think this will change perception? 11:35 What has been your biggest takeaway from this process? 13:55 What would you say to those on the fence?

Tue, September 05, 2023

Corporate Owner Matt Tomamichel Talks Sneaker Culture, Jordan Collabs and more - Episode #167

1:00 Introduction 3:22 Any advice for aspiring business owners? 5:14 How did you come up with your website URL 11:08 What has been the biggest change you've seen in sneaker culture recently? 14:55 Upcoming Air Ship Collab 35:28 Community Question: What would be the second model you would want to work on? 36:30 Community Question: Can we expect something from Corporate for NBA All-Star next year? 37:09 Community Question: What is the password for the launch day? 38:50 Final Thoughts

Mon, August 28, 2023

Union x Jordan 1 Release Live Reaction - Episode #166

0:32 Reaction to Union Drop 10:02 Stock Numbers 17:22 Was this drop a success?

Wed, August 16, 2023

The Business Behind Augusts Yeezy Launches - Episode #165

1:20 Second Yeezy Drop Recap 4:00 Why did they distribute to other retailers instead of just dropping on the confirmed app? 8:58 Why do you think the stores accepted this product? 11:20 What does Adidas do with the product that won't sell? 12:21 Community Comments 16:10 I like this product but I dislike the person that is behind it

Wed, August 02, 2023

Half Baked Ideas to Improve SNKRS App - Episode #164

1:35 History of SNKRS app 3:41 VIP Loyalty Program 7:06 Entry Fees 10:37 Taking Selfies for Identification 12:40 Pre Orders 14:45 Membership 18:49 Boosting Releases 21:52 Budgeting 22:32 Boutique Stock 24:16 Trivia to Find the True Fans 28:00 Top Stars 29:38 Bundles 32:28 Trash Talking 36:00 Connecting Authorized Nike Dealers

Wed, July 26, 2023

Do Sneaker Release Dates Even Matter Anymore? - Episode #163

1:39 What is the state of release dates right now? 6:06 Quickstrike Era 7:58 Shockdrop Era 9:34 Golden Era & Leak Era 10:25 Why is it hard for the brands to hit release dates? 18:11 Are the brands devaluing the release dates for fairness? 26:00 Do you think the hard release date is going to come back?

Wed, July 19, 2023

We Have Reached the Bottom of the Sneaker Industry - Episode #162

6:41 Stop paying resell and be patient 24:06 Will brands lose perception around hype? 35:13 Will there be an overcorrection in the next few years?

Thu, July 13, 2023

The Best Releases of The Year (So Far) - Episode #161

  1:19 Definition of Releases 2:03 Asics 1130 x HAL Studio 5:03 Kith x Clarks x Adidas Samba 10:40 Air Ship PE "Every Game" 15:30 Air Jordan 3 "White Cement" 19:28 Air Jordan 1 "Next Chapter" 24:00 Air Jordan 12 x A Ma Maniere 28:40 New Balance 998 x Kith Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation 33:19 Honorable Mentions

Wed, July 05, 2023

Finding Your Own Sense of Style w/ Chris Chance of madeintheurl - Episode #160

2:50 Introductions 7:03 Can you breakdown your take on fashion? 10:00 Reps in sneakers 15:25 - 4 Categories of Fashion/Sneakers 20:30 - ‘Rotations’ in sneakers and chasing only heat 28:00 - Initial Reactions in the ‘Discovery’ stage 34:00 - Have we lost the plot in sneakers?

Wed, June 21, 2023

The Next Spider-Verse Air Jordan 1 - Episode #159

2:00 What do you think the Spider-verse collaboration means for sneaker culture? 5:13 How was the activation from the team on the ground? 8:34 Why did you guys decide on the scavenger hunt? 13:23 What was the evening event like? 21:58 How you can get a pair of Air Jordan 1 Utility Stash as seen in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse 25:35 What was your favorite part of the weekend?

Wed, June 14, 2023

How EQL is Making Sneaker Raffles Fair with CEO Andrew Lipp - Episode #158

1:11 Introduction to Andrew Lipp from EQL 5:52 How does EQL work? 11:31 Can you explain a bit more about how the EQL score works? 18:52 How do you determine if the person is a real person or a bot? 28:11 Why do you think that consumers would be leaving because of inaccessibility? 33:23 From a sneaker head perspective, what can we look forward from EQL in the coming year?

Fri, June 09, 2023

Soccer Culture in the US & A Champions League Final Preview w/ WavyFooty Co-Founders Josh & Gabriel - Episode #157

1:40 Introduction to WavyFooty 7:10 Is it soccer or football? 8:55 How have you seen the soccer culture grow in the US? 14:30 Prediction for the Champions League Final this weekend? 21:05 What kind of outfit trends have you seen with players? 28:40 What is your take on soccer and sneaker collabs? 31:14 Why do you think that more players are getting into fashion? 37:45 What is your favorite collab with a soccer team that has released recently?

Wed, June 07, 2023

Should Historic Collaborations Restock? - Episode #156

1:50 Has there ever been a collab that has restocked? 17:55 Does this take away the hype from those collaborations? 26:19 Reimagined collabs?  34:15 What about all the Yeezy restocks?

Wed, May 31, 2023

Why Being a Sneakerhead Has Never Been Better w/ Nightwing2303 from Weartesters - Episode #155

3:18 Why do you think that sneakers are better than ever? 14:20 Let’s talk about variety of product 17:07 FOMO 23:00 - Your sense of style and finding a community/niche to interact with

Wed, May 24, 2023

Unique Sneaker Drops, Best New Styles and more with Likelihood's Danny Ball - Episode #154

0:54 Introduction to Danny Ball 2:43 Can you tell us about the upcoming event? 6:56 Tell us about your Jordan 1 “Lost and Found” release 9:40 What about Air Max Day? 15;07 Why is it important to carry such a variety of brands? 24:00 What are some of your favorite new silhouettes recently? 35:43 Where can people connect with you?

Wed, May 17, 2023

Inside the World of Athlete Fashion: From Trends to the Best Dressed w/ ProTrending Founder Adam Sudman - Episode #153

1:07 Introduction to ProTrending 3:45 What are some of the biggest style trends right now? 7:27 What places are players finding inspiration for outfits? 25:44 How do you decide who you feature on ProTrending? 29:55 Has there ever be a time where it’s difficult to track down what they are wearing? 39:19 Is there anybody that has great style but at an affordable price point? 43:33 Who is the most underrated NBA player according to their style? 44:56 Who is the best dressed player in the NBA?

Wed, May 10, 2023

Sneakers Aren't Assets, Stop Buying Them For Trade Bait - Episode #152

0:58 Let’s talk about Trades 26:36 Is everyone downsizing? 29:17 Will there be a reset when it comes to sneaker availability?  41:40 Your shoes are not an asset

Wed, April 26, 2023

Are Raffles Ruining Sneaker Releases? - Episode #151

Timestamps 0:58 What is your opinion on raffles for sneaker releases? 15:27 What about unlocking raffles when you buy something else inline? 19:50 Are raffles limiting foot traffic to stores? 24:18 What are the positives to online raffles? 40:46 What’s the best shoe you’ve ever won via raffle?

Wed, April 19, 2023

.Swoosh, Visiting Nike, and the Inspiration Behind a Winning #YourForce1 Design w/ Aaron Roth - Episode #150

0:45 Introductions 1:20 What is Swoosh.Nike? 2:31 How did you get involved in Swoosh.NIke? 8:12 What happens after you win the contest? 15:50 What’s next for the Swoosh.Nike sneakers? 17:22 Any clarity you can add to the release method for this sneaker?

Wed, April 19, 2023

.Swoosh, Visiting Nike, and the Inspiration Behind a Winning #YourForce1 Design w/ Aaron Roth - Episode #150

0:45 Introductions 1:20 What is Swoosh.Nike? 2:31 How did you get involved in Swoosh.NIke? 8:12 What happens after you win the contest? 15:50 What’s next for the Swoosh.Nike sneakers? 17:22 Any clarity you can add to the release method for this sneaker?

Wed, April 05, 2023

What We Liked, What We Disliked, and What Surprised Us: A Review of the Movie 'Air' - Episode #149

6:26 Who were your favorite characters? 11:20 Were you expecting sneaker-head moments? 16:37 What was your favorite scene? 21;25 What were your thoughts on the portrayal of Mrs. Jordan pushing for the deal? 27:27 What were the biggest surprises for you guys? 33:21 What sneaker story would you like to see on the big screen next?

Wed, March 29, 2023

Breaking Down Preorders in the Sneaker Industry: The Pros, the Cons, and the Reality - Episode #148

Time stamps below:  1:14 Kith x Clarks x Adidas Collab Preorder Initial Reactions 3:41 What is the current state of sneaker releases? 11:47 What did the sneaker releases look like a few years ago? 12:53 Member comments about Preorders 15:39 What is the harm for brands to release more shoes via preorder? 16:45 Thoughts on the ALD preorder from a couple of years ago? 19:37 What are the pros and cons of preorders? 21:35 What is the current state of inventory? 31:14 What have you learned from the preorders since working with Garrixon studios? 33:19 Can every brand do preorders?

Wed, March 22, 2023

Inspiring the Next Generation and the Secret to Making Retros Comfortable with Move Insoles Co-Founder Nate Jones - Episode #147

On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP is joined by co-founder of Move Insoles, Nate Jones. They discuss how to make retros more comfortable, how to market a product that is rarely seen, and inspiring the future generation. 0:51 Introduction to Move Insoles 2:35 What made you want to get into this industry? 7:05 How are you targeting the upcoming generation? 15:39 Was there a moment when you realized this would work? 22:44 Why are insoles so important? Learn more about Move here: https://move.one/

Wed, March 15, 2023

Going the Extra Mile on Sneaker Releases with The Better Generation's Co-Founder Brandon Davis - Episode #146

0:58 Introduction to The Better Generation 3:52 Origins of The Better Generation (Getting PJ Tucker to say yes) 10:35: Describing the physical retail space 12:30 How have you handled the change in the market over the last couple of years? 18:07 What’s been your favorite sneaker release? 24:22: How Sneakers Are Perceived and Covered 35:00: Is being unique no longer unique? 41:22 Why do you go the extra mile to have such unique sneaker releases? Follow The Better Generation on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebettergeneration/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBGeneration

Wed, March 08, 2023

Orlando Magic Sneakerheads, Summer League Stories, and Working in Sports with Tony Huynh - Episode #145

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Juan Hernandez is joined by graphic designer, photographer, and SoleSavy member Tony Huynh to discuss creating social content for the Orlando Magic, who the biggest sneakerhead on the team is, Summer League stories, and more.    Check out some of Tony's work here: https://www.instagram.com/tonyh2k/  To learn more about the SoleSavy Community and become a member make sure to check out https://solesavy.com/join/

Wed, March 01, 2023

Previewing the Jordan Brand Summer '23 Lineup - Episode #144

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Marco Henry Negrete is joined by Juan Hernandez to discuss the upcoming Jordan Brand Summer '23 Lineup. The two go shoe by shoe to preview the collection, what goes into the Jordan Brand preview w/ insight from Marco's time at the brand, and talk about their favorite sneakers of the bunch. 2:15 Initial Reactions to the Jordan Brand Preview 4:35 What goes into the Jordan Brand preview? 7:14 Air Jordan 1 High “Retro Green” - April Releases 10:51 Air Jordan 13 “Black Flint” 15:22 Air Jordan 3 “True Blue & Copper” 19:35 Wmns Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Green” 20:42 Air Jordan 11 Low “Cement Grey” 22:08 Wmns Air Jordan 1 High “Washed Pink” 23:55 Air Jordan 2 “White & Cement Grey” - May Releases 26:08 Wmns Air Jordan 11 Low “Yellow Snakeskin” 27:34 Air Jordan 5 “SE Craft” 29:24 Air Jordan 6 “Toro Bravo” 30:51 Air Jordan 4 “Thunder” 33:22 Air Jordan 1 “Black and Smoke Grey” - June Releases 34:35 Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Cement” 35:53 Air Jordan 1 “Craft” 37:18 Stand-Out Releases?

Wed, February 22, 2023

Why Buying Hype Sneakers in 2023 Has Never Been Easier | Crossover w/ Weartesters -Episode #143

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, we have a special crossover episode with Chris from Weartesters. DP joins Chris to talk about the changing landscape of the sneaker industry, how it's never been a better time to be a true collector, shares tips on where to buy sneakers on drop day, and why there's new energy with legacy brands such as ASICS and Salomon.    Support WearTesters by following them on social media:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WearTesters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weartesters   Instagram: https://instagram.com/WearTesters   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weartesters

Wed, February 15, 2023

Happy Life Wood Brings Craftsmanship To Sneakers Through His Exclusive Wood Art - Episode #142

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP is joined by Steve Thomson, artist and co-founder of Happy Life Wood. Steve shares his story on how he went from 20+ years in marketing to a woodworking artist. He talks about how him and his son have grown the brand, what it was like having a zoom call with Pau Gasol, why Nike sent him a pair of Monarchs, and the work he put in to build a special piece for OHSU Doernbecher.Follow Happy Life Wood on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/happylifewood/

Wed, February 08, 2023

Kobe Bryant Sneaker History with MambaInsuranceCo - Episode #141

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Juan Hernandez steps in as host and is joined by two SoleSavy members, Rich and Will. Rich and Will are 2/4s of the team running the MambaInsuranceCo IG Page.The trio chat about what the page is all about, how they educate followers on the lineage and history of the Kobe sneaker line, and chat about their all-time favorite Kobe sneakers and moments. For more information, follow the IG page here: https://www.instagram.com/mambainsuranceco/

Wed, February 01, 2023

COLLECT by SoleSavy, The First & Only Retail Or Less Marketplace - Episode #140

It's a big day for collectors everywhere. On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP is joined by Chief Product Officer, Turhan Williams, to discuss COLLECT by SoleSavy. The two breakdown what we learned in the past couple of months, what weimplemented from beta testing, and why COLLECT is now available to all users,Then Jacob Roscoe, founder of Legitmark, joins the duo to talk about the new partnership, and how the platform works for those seeking an extra piece of mind. To learn more about Legitmark, click here: https://legitmark.com/ To learn more about COLLECT, click here: https://solesavy.com/collect/

Wed, January 25, 2023

The Best Sneakers Backpack With SolePack Founder Mike Sala - Episode #139

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Marco Henry Negrete is joined by Solepack founder Mike Sala. Mike shares the story on how he constantly ran out of room in his backpack for sneakers growing up, so he decided to create a brand new product catering to the on-the-go sneakerhead. Mike breaks down how the business came to be, who his biggest influences were growing up as both a business owner and a sneakerhead, and how NBA athletes like Tauren Prince are now telling their stories through their own Solepacks.  For more info on Solepack visit: https://thesolepack.com/  To learn more about the SoleSavy Community and become a member make sure to check out https://solesavy.com/join/

Wed, January 18, 2023

The Best Performance Basketball Sneakers In 2023 With DGHoops - Episode #138

On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, Marco Henry Negrete is joined by content creator and performance basketball sneaker reviewer David Giongco, better known as DGHoops. David is a life long sneakerhead and basketball fan and has amassed a huge following by reviewing the latest basketball performance sneakers. They talk about the best performance sneaker from each brand in 2022, how David inspired Steph Curry on the court one night, and make some predictions on what sneakers to look out for on the court in 2023.

Wed, January 11, 2023

Forecasting The Sneaker Economy In 2023 With SoleSavy Founders DP & Justin Dusanj - Episode #137

An annual tradition returns. On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, co-founders DP & Justin forecast what the upcoming year in sneakers will look like. They first look back at a quick recap of 2022, before diving into 2023 topics like new collabs and innovation from brands, what adidas has in store, an upcoming big year for the Air Max 1, and why boutiques are starting to care again.

Wed, January 04, 2023

2023 Sneaker Predictions With K.O. From ATATF (Addicted To All Things Fresh) - Episode #136

On this episode  Marco Negrete sits down with K.O. from ATATF (Addicted To All Things Fresh) to recap some of the memorable sneaker moments in 2022, as well as give his predictions on what the 2023 sneaker ethos looks like.  

Tue, December 27, 2022

The Return of the Air Jordan 2 Chicago w/ Sean Collard - Episode #135

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Marco Henry Negrete sits down with Air Jordan 2 expert and enthusiast, Sean Collard (@scollard23), to break down the year of the Air Jordan 2. They dive into the renewed energy behind the silhouette, some common misconceptions about the 2, and what makes the return of the Air Jordan 2 'Chicago' so special this time around.

Wed, December 07, 2022

How To Grow Your Sneaker Social Account To 2 Million Followers With Overtime's Mike Kaufman - Episode #134

On this episode Tony Mui sits down with Mike Kaufman of OvertimeKicks to talk about the rapid success and growth of Overtime's sneakers account. From starting during early 2020 to now amassing over 2 million followers on Tik Tok in just a span of 2 years. OvertimeMikey shares his thoughts and strategies on what he learned from the past two years!

Wed, November 23, 2022

Riley Goodman, Co-Founder of Strideline Socks, Shares Secrets On Making Comfortable Socks & Sneaking them into the Seattle Seahawks Locker Room - Episode #133

Riley Goodman, Co-Founder of Strideline Socks, joins the podcast this week to chat through how Marshawn Lynch wore Strideline Socks in game, the secret to comfy socks, how to successfully run a startup, and much more. 1:37 Introductions 3:08 Why socks? 5:15 What was the hardest part of starting the business? 8:13 What’s the secret of such a comfortable sock? 12:56 How did you feel when Marshawn Lynch wore your socks? 15:20 What’s been your favorite moment in the brand’s life? 17:08 How important are socks to the everyday consumer? 19:09 What kind of socks and shoes pair best together? 21:33 Any advice for those thinking of starting a company with something they are passionate about?

Wed, November 16, 2022

eBay GM of Sneakers, Garry Thaniel, Shares Industry Advice & How He Got A Job Working In Sneakers - Episode #132

On this week's episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP is joined by GM of Sneakers & Streetwear at eBay, Garry Thaniel. Garry is a longtime sneaker collector and has re-energized eBay as one of the top marketplaces for finding sneakers. He tells us a bit about his experience in the industry, what his current collection is looking like, and how wearing your sneakers led to a lineup down the block. 0:55 Introductions 2:14 What’s your sneaker origin story? 7:54 What’s your collection like right now? 22:00  How did you get your start working for eBay? 34:38 Tell us the idea behind the eBay Pop Up Store 43:51 What advice would you give to people that are just getting their careers going?

Thu, November 10, 2022

Eastside Golf Talks Jordan Brand Collaboration & Entrepreneurship - Episode #131

Eastside Golf's, Olajuwon Ajanaku & Earl Cooper, sits down with Marco Negrete to talk about their upcoming Jordan Brand off the course and on the course golf collaboration. Olajuwon and Earl also share some entrepreneurship advice for all the young professionals out there chasing their dreams!

Fri, October 28, 2022

Doernbecher Air Jordan 1 Low Designed By 15 Year Old Riddhi Mahajan - Episode #130

On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, we have the honor of being joined by OHSU Patient Designer Riddhi Mahajan. Riddhi is 15 years old & part of this year's Nike Freestyle program. She was assigned an Air Jordan 1 Low for this year's collection. She shares with us how she was selected into the program, why Serena Williams is her favorite athlete, what the overarching theme of the shoe is, as well as her favorite design detail. Learn more about the Doernbecher Nike Freestyle program here: https://ohsufoundation.org/community-programs/doernbecher-freestyle/

Wed, October 26, 2022

adidas Terminates Yeezy Partnership - Episode #129

DP and Marco sit down to talk about the biggest news from today, adidas officially severing ties with Kanye West and the Yeezy brand.  From what they believe would be adidas next steps, to how the feel personally about Kanye's actions nothing is off the table as they discuss this turning point in the sneaker industry.   2:28 Latest News on Yeezy and Adidas Partnership 8:04 Has Kanye’s legacy been tarnished? 11:19 Where does adidas go from here? 18:38 Where does Kanye go from a sneaker standpoint?

Tue, October 18, 2022

How The Air Jordan 1 Became A Billion Dollar Business (Feat. Garren Strong) - Episode #128

Oregon Ducks Football Alumnus and Jordan Brand Product Marketing legend turned University Professor, Garren Strong, sits down with Marco Negrete to discuss the evolution of the Air Jordan 1 and how it became a billion dollar business! Garren reflected on the strategy and stories behind some of the most coveted colorways, which became new classics.

Wed, October 05, 2022

Previewing the Sneaker Landscape for Q4 w/ Gemo Wong - Episode #127

DP & Marco sit down with SS4 and former Nike/Jordan Brand designer Gemo Wong to discuss the sneaker industry heading into Q4. The trio tackles topics like shifting trends to brands that surprised them to the upcoming Jordan Brand Holiday lineup. 1:23 SS4 Launch 2:34 Q4 is for the buyers? 5:18 Shifting from the Collaboration Playbook 7:40 What is a GR now? 10:20 Brand Competition 15:40 What brands have surprised you the most? 18:10 Independent creators having their shine 26:10 With so much product, the consumer wins in Q4 29:40 The Upcoming Jordan Brand Holiday Lineup 34:15 Buying what you want to wear vs just buying to buy 36:11 What’s on your list for the rest of the year?  

Wed, September 07, 2022

EXCLUSIVE: The Making Of The SoleSavy SS3 w/ Community Members Nith & Michael - Episode #126

The SS3 was a completely original build using a vibram sole, built by 180 members from the SoleSavy community. Two of the most involved, Nith & Michael, hop on the podcast to discuss the design and creation process with DP. They share their favorite memories, the biggest challenge, and what to look out for in the near future as a community. 1:00 Introductions 1:18 Inspiration for the SS3 4:50 What made you want to help with this project? 8:43 Tell us about the SS3 sole 12:15 Other Design cues for SS3 20:03 Favourite Memories from the design process? 29:30 What does this shoe mean to you?  

Tue, September 06, 2022

Kanye West vs Adidas: Who owns Yeezy? (Featuring Sneaker Law) - Episode #125

Marco Negrete checks in with the authors of Sneaker Law, Kenneth Anand and Jared Goldstein, to discuss the civil war between Kanye West and adidas. We get insight from the legal side and speculate what the future holds. Kenneth is the former Head of Business Development and General Counsel at Yeezy Apparel LLC. Disclaimer: Kenneth did not comment on any specifics of the contracts in question.

Wed, August 31, 2022

Sneakers is a Buyer's Market Now - Episode #124

DP and Justin reunite to cover the landscape of sneakers from both a consumer and retailer point of view. The duo hands out advice to consumers on when you should be buying, and what sneakers you might be able to get at a discount in the near future. They also chat about what to look out for in Q4, what Nike needs to reinvest in, how resellers are shifting their focus, plus much more. 2:00 ‘It’s a Buyer’s Market Now 8:24 The Last 30 days of sales 10:25 Looking ahead to Q4 11:32 Jordan 11’s sitting on the wall? 13:28 Advice to consumers concerning raffles? 15:55 The market is getting competitive with retailers 17:25 'The 30-day window' 20:11 ‘The Last Correction’ 23:00 The upcoming Jordan 3 ‘Fire Red’ & what to expect 24:55 Does Nike reinvest in storytelling? 28:05 Resellers pivoting

Wed, August 24, 2022

Sneaker Collector Mr. Miller Shares His Favorite Stories From 32 Years Of Collecting - Episode #123

Longtime collector and IG sneakerhead Mr. Miller joins the pod this week to discuss how he became a member of the SoleSavy community, the art of trading sneakers, believing in sneaker karma, plus much more. 1:33 Introduction to Mr. Miller 3:00 What made you want to join SoleSavy? 11:52 How big is your sneaker collection right now? 14:10 What is your 400th pair of sneakers going to be? 17:42 Giving back to the sneaker community 20:31 Transparency in reselling and trading 23:52 What sneaker do you have the most of? 25:48 What’s on your must have list for the rest of the year? 28:10 Storytelling in sneakers 31:11 Where does sneaker culture go next? 35:45 How long ago did you start content creating?

Wed, August 17, 2022

Sneaker Youtuber Sean Go Reflects On Content Creating, Toronto Sneaker Scene & #DadLife - Episode #122

Sean Go joins the pod to chat about the ins and outs of sneaker reviewing, how sneaker culture has changed in Toronto, how many sneakers he has in his collection, parenting advice, plus much more. 2:35 Intro to Sean GO 3:27 How did you get into sneaker reviewing? 6:18 How do you prepare for the review? 9:29 How many sneakers did you have when you started the channel? 11:15 2022: A Shift in Sneakers 13:52 What’s your favorite sneaker of all time? 17:50 What do you think about the Taxi AJ1? 18:31 What shoe do you enjoy reviewing the most? 19:36 What is your most viewed video on your channel? 21:35 Does anyone stop you in the streets? 23:03 IZBAK explanation 24:12 What did the Toronto Raptors championship mean to you? 25:46 What’s Toronto like as a sneaker city? 29:05 Any memories from the SoleSavy community that you want to share? 31:55 Any dad advice that you can give out? 34:30 Can you tell us about the sneakers that your child has? 36:53 What is the oldest sneaker in your collection? 38:16 What sneaker got you hooked on shoes? 39:14 Best steal or retail cop? 41:11 What’s on your watchlist? 43:15 What do you have for trade now?

Wed, August 10, 2022

Breaking Down the Best Sneaker Releases of 2022 Thus Far: From Storytelling to Bot Protection to Accessibility - Episode #121

Marco Henry Negrete sits down with Connor & Jose, representing our Release & Community teams, to chat about the best sneaker releases of the year thus far. The trio chat about not necessarily the best sneaker, but the best drops of 2022 in terms of storytelling, stock, & release method. Everything from Union x Nike to Joe FreshGoods to A Ma Maniere is covered in this comprehensive breakdown. 1:00 Introductions 2:22 Honorable Mentions 5:52 JJJJounds x New Balance 990v3 10:00 Nike SB Dunk High x Supreme Pack 12:22 Concepts x Air Max 1 Pack 17:54 AJ1 Rebellionaire 22:27 Union x Nike Dunk Low Pack 26:22 JFG x 2002r ‘Conversations Amongst Us’ 29:32 Stussy x Air Force 1 Mid 32:20 AMM x AJ2 35:42 Kith x 990 series 38:37 Social Status x Penny

Wed, August 03, 2022

Episode #120 - Courtside Sneakers Owner Nathan Clark Talks Running a Sneaker Store in 2022

Courtside Sneakers Owner and friend Nathan Clark, rejoins the SoleSavy podcast to give us insight into the challenges of running a sneaker store in 2022. Nathan shares how the supply chain has affected the store, how he likes to get creative when releasing a hype product, and Q4 predictions. 0:50 Introductions 1:24 What do you think the state of sneakers is like right now? 7:26 How challenging has the supply chain been to your store? 12:20 Tell us about your Jackie Robinson Dunks drop 17:03 Tell us a bit more about Bot Protection for stores 32:45 Predictions for Holiday 2022?

Tue, July 26, 2022

Episode #119 - Golden State Warriors 2022 Championship Run Captured By Photographer Jordan Jimenez

Photographer Jordan Jimenez hops on the podcast to discuss the Golden State Warriors 2022 Championship Run. Jordan shares some favorite memories and highlights of the run, how photography became an outlet for him at an early age, and how his relationship with Jordan Poole came to be. 0:16 Introduction 0:45 How did you get into photography? 2:10 How did photography help your mental health? 3:58 Where did you get your start with the Warriors? 6:40 What’s a piece of advice to get into sports photography? 9:25 What is your relationship with sneakers? 11:35 What is it like being around the Warriors? 13:17 Tell us about the Curry photo 16:28 What was your favorite part about the NBA Finals? 19:03 How did you meet Jordan Poole? 20:30 Thoughts on our Member Event? 22:10 What's your advice for people thinking of joining  SoleSavy?

Wed, July 20, 2022

Episode #118 - The Current State Of Sneakers 2022

On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP and Marco sit down to talk about the state of sneakers in 2022, is resell dead, are brands going to change up their strategy and so much more! 1:10 What is happening with the sneaker market recently? 21:15 Do the brands need the resell market to succeed? 36:00 Would there be recent retros that would change the market? 43:19 What are your sneaker predictions for the rest of the year?

Mon, July 18, 2022

Episode #117 - Timberland Enters the Metaverse with their CONSTRUCT: 10061 Program

Timberland CMO Drieke Leenknegt and Sr. Director of Advanced Concepts and Energy, Alex Dardinski, hop on the SoleSavy podcast to discuss the Timberland CONSTRUCT: 10061 program with DP. The duo break down how the program came to life, the importance of storytelling when it comes to footwear design, and how the metaverse provides so much opportunity in the footwear space. 0:32 Introductions 1:02 What is Construct? 4:44 Tell us more about the storytelling in this project 14:38 What drove you to enter the metaverse? 21:03 What's the next level to Construct? 26:30 Final Thoughts  

Tue, July 12, 2022

Episode #116 - James Whitner Breaks Down Everything You Need To Know About The Social Status Nike Air Max Penny 1

Whitaker Group Owner James Whitner joins the SoleSavy Podcast to talk about getting Penny Hardaway's co-sign for the upcoming Penny 1 collaboration, balancing the responsibilities of running A Ma Maniere and Social Status, making sure his sneakers are released fairly, and why his work is more about making an impact in the community than selling sneakers.

Wed, June 29, 2022

Episode #115 - Deadstock Coffee Owner Ian Williams Fuses Sneaker Culture With Coffee Culture

On today's podcast, DP sits down with Ian Williams, founder of Deadstock coffee to talk all about how coffee and sneakers connect, who the real nerds are, the Answer he was been waiting for and so much more! 1:50 Introduction to Ian Williams 4:50 What kind of influence has Allen Iverson had on you? 9:50 Tell us about your journey at Nike 17:00 What is your life advice regarding career? 19:10 How do you go from Nike to Deadstock coffee? 23:50 Tell us about what “Coffee Should be Dope” mean to you? 33:35 What led you to open Concourse Coffee? 40:19 How did the Adidas collaboration come about? 49:15 If you could do any collab silhouette which one would you do?

Wed, June 15, 2022

Episode #114 - NBA Player Langston Galloway Talks Designing His Own Sneaker & Owning His Own Brand

On today's episode, DP sits down with NBA Player Langston Galloway to chat about his signature sneaker the LG1, what it takes to take a sneaker from concept to delivery, how he feels the sneaker performs on court, what you need to do to achieve your dreams and so much more! 0:34 Introduction 1:27 What made you go from basketball to starting your own business? 3:11 How long ago did you start “Ethics”? 5:27 When did you see your first sample? 6:22 Breakdown of the ETHICS LG1 8:58 How many iterations of the LG1 did you go through? 10:08 How was the first wear test? 11:33 What comes next for ETHICS? 14:31 How did the LG1 end up on StockX? 15:43 What was the biggest challenge bringing the LG1 to life? 19:40 Any words of advice for people just starting out? 21:15 What was your go-to sneaker on the court? 23:15 Tell us about why you are tweeting the same thing every day

Wed, June 08, 2022

Episode #113 - The Man Who Donated 40K Shoes To The Community | Hav-A-Sole

On today's episode, DP sits down with Rikki Mendias, founder of Hav-A-Sole, a non-profit that gives back to the community by lacing up kids with some heat on their feet. From how many shoes they've donated this year, to what really got him started in donating sneakers, how you can get involved and so much more! 0:43 Introduction 5:30 What does a look like for Hav A Sole? 9:57 How many shoes have passed through Hav A Sole this year? 12:40 What does a chapter look like? 14:49 What is the hypest pair that has been donated? 19:39 Where can people keep up with what you are doing?  

Wed, May 25, 2022

Episode #112 - Sneaker Room Owner Talks Collabs w/ Nike & Kyrie Irving & Importance of Giving Back

On today's podcast, DP sits down with Sneaker Room owner Suraj Kaufman to talk about why sneakers are so special to him, how he really got into sneakers, what he's trying to do for the culture and so much more! 0:28 Introduction 1:06 Tell us about your collars with Nike 5:09 What is your sneaker origin story? 20:14 Can you give us the story behind your Instagram bio?

Wed, May 18, 2022

Episode #111 - SoleSavy Chief Product Officer Turhan Williams Discusses New COLLECT App

On this episode, DP sits down with Turhan Williams, chief product officer at Solesavy to dive in deep about the development of COLLECT, why they are so excited for sneakerheads to use the platform, how they are keeping it secure and so much more! 0:31 Introduction 6:05 What is COLLECT? 7:06 What was the journey like to develop this platform? 22:00 What is KYC and how does it help me?

Mon, May 16, 2022

Tier Zero: Why Identify Verification Online is Important | Episode 05

SoleSavy co-founder and CEO DP shares his thoughts on why identify verification online is important.

Thu, May 12, 2022

Episode #110 - Sneaker Law Explains Nike Vs. StockX Lawsuit

On today's podcast, DP chops it up with Jared Goldstein and Kenneth Anand to talk about the latest news on Nike v. StockX lawsuit, what Nike's newest claims really means for the sneaker culture, what could be coming up next and so much more! 0:28 Introductions 1:34 Tell us your initial reactions to Nike v. StockX lawsuit 5:45 What do you think will happen with the NFT lawsuit? 8:15 Can you break down what happened with Nike claiming that StockX is selling fakes? 14:47 What about other marketplaces? 17:20 What do you think about the response from stockX? 20:06 What does SoleSavy think about this new claim? 24:59 What happens next in the lawsuit?

Wed, May 11, 2022

Episode #109 - Burn Rubber Owner Teases Upcoming Air Jordan 2 Collab & Reminisces on Nike Yeezy Release

On today's episode, DP chats with Roland Coit, artist and owner of Detriot sneaker boutique "Burning Rubber" to chat all about what store owners go through for each release, what happened to the Fragment x Jordan 1 release, exclusive news on a brand new collab and so much more! 0:27 Introduction to Ro Spit 5:31 What’s your sneaker origin story? 10:17 What was the Air Yeezy 1 release like as a store owner? 18:59 What has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned from owning a store? 22:59 What is the sneaker scene like in Detroit? 29:27 Any other insane sneaker drop stories? 35:53 What are your thoughts on New Balance as a brand? 40:52 Exclusive Collab News

Wed, May 04, 2022

Episode #108 - Footwear Designer Chris Hill Talks Sneaker Design Process, His Ghostbuster & Jurassic Park Collabs & More

On today's episode, DP sits down with footwear designer, Chris Hill to talk all about how he became a designer, who he would want to collaborate with and so much more! 0:38 Introductions 1:11 How did you become a footwear designer? 4:48 What is a footwear designer's role on the team? 7:45 Where do you find your inspiration for your designs? 9:19 How long does the design process usually take? 12:50 What is your favorite part of working on sneaker collabs? 15:14 How do you bring balance to the footwear you design? 18:28 What has been your favorite project to work on? 20:24 Was there ever a time that you went too far with your sneaker design? 24:09 What would be your dream client to work for? 26:55 How do you challenge yourself with each sneaker design?  

Wed, April 06, 2022

Episode #107 - MLB Pitcher Walker Buehler On His Love for Sneakers, LA Dodgers Championship & More

On today's episode, DP chats with pitcher for the LA Dodgers Walker Buehler to chat through why he loves sneakers, how many cleats he goes through in a season, the undisputed king of sneakers in the MLB and so much more! 1:09 Why did you join SoleSavy? 1:50 What got you into sneakers? 2:51 Are there any recent great finds you’ve had? 4:11 How big is your sneaker collection now? 9:40 What was it like to win the championship? 13:30 Are there any other sneakerheads on your team? 25:10 Who is the sneaker king in the MLB? 26:50 What is your favorite air max model?

Wed, March 30, 2022

Episode #106 - Actor Jon Prasida on His Love for Sneakers, the Nike Roshe and More

On today's episode, DP sits down with actor and SoleSavy member Jon Prasida to talk about integrating his love of sneakers into his character on 'Kung Fu', why the nike roshe has a special place in his heart, his favourite recent pickups and so much more! 0:22 Introduction to Jon Prasida 1:16 What is Kung Fu about? 3:00 How did you integrate your sneakers into your role on the show? 5:55 How big is your sneaker collection on set? 7:51 How long have you been a sneakerhead? 9:39 How big is your personal sneaker collection now? 10:33 How have you enjoyed the SoleSavy community? 16:08 Tell us about why you loved the Nike Roshe Run 19:13 Tell us a bit about your time in Vancouver 23:33 Three favorite sneakers in your collection? 25:56 Tel us about what you have coming up

Fri, March 25, 2022

Episode #105 - Bots, Supply Chain and Consumers with BotNot founder Alex Shamir

On the latest SoleSavy podcast, founder DP chats with BotNot founder Alex Shamir

Wed, March 23, 2022

Episode #104 - Celebrating Air Max Day with SoleSavy’s Community

On this episode, DP sits down with three of the biggest Air Max fans in the SoleSavy community to find out all about why Air Max has such a special place in their hearts, one of the most unique custom Air Max's, why they love SoleSavy and so much more! 0:00 Community Convo with Aaron Roth 0:47 How long have you’ve been in Solesavy? 2:07 What’s your favorite Air Max model? 5:18 Why do you like Air Max so much? 7:17 What is your most prized Air Max model? 10:35 What is the most underrated Air Max model? 12:31 What is your favorite cop from SoleSavy? 15:03 What is one piece of advice for someone joining SoleSavy? 17:11 Community Convo with Nic Trinidad 17:33 How long have you’ve been in Solesavy? 19:14 How did you fall in love with Air Max? 23:19 What made you want to do an Air Max month challenge? 25:58 What is your most underrated/hyped Air Max model? 29:00 If you were to design an Air Max model, what would it look like? 31:01 If you could only wear one shoe for the rest of your life, what would it be? 32:20 What is one piece of advice for someone joining SoleSavy? 34:58 Community Convo with Jaleesa 38:10 How long have you’ve been in Solesavy? 40:53 How many sneakers do you have in your collection right now? 45:36 If you had to only wear one shoe for the rest of your life, what would it be? 46:05 Is there any female designer that you would like to see work on an Air Max model? 47:41 What’s your favorite purchase being with SoleSavy? 49:57 What is one piece of advice for someone joining SoleSavy?

Wed, March 16, 2022

Episode #103 - Gabrielle Serrano on Winning Nike’s On Air Contest & Designing Air Max 98

On today's episode, DP sits down with Nike On Air 2019 winner, Gabrielle Serrano to talk all about what the design process was like to create a shoe with Nike, who accidentally released her model before anyone else, the size of her sneaker collection and so much more! 0:46 Introduction to Gabrielle Serrano 3:09 What was the On Air process like? 6:23 What made you represent New York City in your sneaker? 7:33 What made you go with the Air Max 98? 14:07 What is your experience like as a woman in sneakers? 18:10 How many sneakers do you have now? 20:20 Favorite Air Max model? 22:40 How has your life changed since the release?

Fri, March 04, 2022

Episode #102 - The AJ1 Chicago is Returning

On today's episode, DP calls in Marco to talk about the big news, the rerelease of the Air Jordan 1 Chicago for Holiday 2022, they predict stock levels, share how the community reacted, what this will mean for sneaker culture and so much more! 0:28 First Reaction to the Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” Rereleasing? 9:22 Stock Predictions 23:15 Community Reactions to the News

Wed, March 02, 2022

Tier Zero: Bots Aren’t the Problem Right Now | Episode 04

SoleSavy co-founder and CEO DP shares his thoughts on why bots aren’t the problem right now.

Wed, February 23, 2022

Episode #101 - "The Sneaker Game Isn't For People Who Actually Like Sneakers No More."

On today's episode, DP sits down with Hovain Hylton to discuss his now-viral tweet, dive deeper into the state of the culture, what can bring us out of it and so much more! 0:41 Let’s talk about your tweet 2:22 What has changed sneaker culture so much? 3:52 What would you do to change the culture? 4:44 Do you think we’ve been trained to feed into this demand? 9:02 Do you think if the culture said they are no longer paying resell that would have an impact? 10:55 What can you say that you love about the sneaker culture currently? 21:30 Introduction to Hovain 22:38 How do you balance work/life in your world? 25:30 Any memorable stories around sneakers? 28:05 If you could do a collaboration with any shoe brand, which one would you choose? 29:13 Would there be any creative that you think should get a shoe deal?

Wed, February 16, 2022

Episode #100 - Rares CEO Gerome Sapp's journey from the NFL to Entrepreneurship

On today's podcast, DP sits down with Gerome Sapp, CEO of Rares, to discuss how Rares is creating the future of sneakers, what it was like to go from the NFL to an entrepreneur, why he started to love hearing the word "No" and so much more! 0:44 Tell us about your journey to Rares 5:04 Can you explain why sneaker heads should be investing in Rares? 11:45 What has been it like to go from athlete to business owner? 14:57 Is there a piece of advice to the entrepreneurs that may be struggling? 18:02 What do I want to do when I want to sell? 22:34 What’s the craziest purchase that has been made? 24:45 What do you think the sneaker market is going to do? 29:19 Final Thoughts

Fri, February 04, 2022

Episode #99 - The State Of Sneakers in 2022

The SoleSavy crew discuss the state of sneakers in 2022. 

Wed, January 19, 2022

Tier Zero: Explaining StockX NFTs | Episode 03

SoleSavy co-founder and CEO DP breaks down StockX NFTs. 

Thu, January 13, 2022

Tier Zero: Stopping Bots & Shopify | Episode 02

SoleSavy co-founder and CEO DP talks about the advantages of shopping on the e-commerce platform Shopify and why more footwear retailers should use this tool for bot protection. 

Wed, January 12, 2022

Episode #98 - MLS Star Kellyn Acosta Talks Colorado Rapids, USMNT & His Love for Sneakers

On today's podcast, Juan Hernandez and Luis Torres sit down with Colorado Rapids and US National team midfielder, Kellyn Acosta to talk about who is the biggest sneakerhead in MLS, the pairs he is after, what he wants to pickup if the US national team goes to the World Cup and so much more! 0:41 Any player’s kits or boots that inspired you growing up? 3:08 What was it like to cap off the year in such a monumental way? 4:27 What is it like to be a mainstay on the US national team? 6:01 Is there anyone else on the squad that are sneakerheads? 9:06 What are some lessons that the team has learned heading into 2022? 10:31 What has it been like to go from the academy to one of the most sought-after players in MLS? 13:35 What’s your sneaker origin story? 15:05 How many shoes do you have in the collection? 16:18 What’s the backstory on your Denver nuggets AF1? 17:08 What’s the sneaker scene like in Denver and Dallas? 19:18 What are your expectations for the upcoming World Cup? 20:20 If you do end up going to the World Cup, is there anything special you will pull out for it?

Fri, January 07, 2022

Tier Zero: Restocks and Late Shipments | Episode 01

SoleSavy co-founder and CEO DP talks about the restock issues and late shipping problems that have been affecting the sneaker community. 

Wed, December 29, 2021

Episode #97 -  SoleSavy’s 2021 Year In Review & Predictions for 2022

SoleSavy CEO & Co-Founder DP is joined by Co-Founder & COO Justin Dusanj on the latest episode of the SoleSavy podcast. The SoleSavy Co-Founder’s share their thoughts on the sneaker releases this year and the news stories that made headlines in the world of footwear. In addition, DP and Justin give their predictions on next year’s releases, and give a bit of insight to the many exciting things happening at SoleSavy.

Wed, December 22, 2021

Episode #96 - Hes Kicks Talks Nike's Partnership With Doernbecher & the Acquisition of RTFKT Studios

Avid sneaker collector and content creator Hes Kicks joined the SoleSavy podcast to discuss a number of things, including the importance of Nike's partnership with the Doernbecher hospital, the sneaker releases of 2021 and more. Hes Kicks also shares his thoughts on Nike's acquisition of RTFKT Studios and whether or not sneaker NFTs will become a trend amongst sneaker collectors.

Wed, December 15, 2021

Episode #95 - Trinidad James Discusses Saucony Collab, Full Size Run, Ghostwriting & More

On today's episode, Tony sits down with Trinidad James to talk all about his Saucony collaboration, his relationship with Complex, how he really got on Full Size Run and so much more! 4:26 Why did you want to come out so loud when you first came on the scene? 7:12 Can you give me your favorite song that you have ghostwritten? 10:08 Why did you choose to film on the Nipsey Hussle basketball court for your Saucony collaboration? 15:20 How did the Saucony collaboration come about? 32:12 Is there any story behind you getting on Full Size Run?

Tue, December 14, 2021

Episode #94 - Nike Acquires RTFKT Studios

On today's episode, DP, Reuben, and Marco discuss the breaking news that Nike has acquired RTFKT studios, what does this mean for your sneaker collection, how fast are we going to see digital sneakers, and much more! 1:30 Who is RTFKT? 8:30 Reactions to the acquisition? 18:23 Has your attitude changed to NFTs? 36:54 Final thoughts

Wed, November 24, 2021

Episode #93 - NBA Star Collin Sexton Talks About His Love for Air Jordan 2s & Nike's Doernbecher Series

On today's episode, DP sits down with Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard, Collin Sexton to talk about his extensive sneaker collection, why he loves Air Jordan 2s, who really is the sneaker king of the Cavs and so much more!   0:33 What is your sneaker origin story? 1:09 What was your first sneaker purchase? 2:31 Is there a shoe that stands out to you because of a moment in your life? 3:19 Why do you like the Jordan 2 so much? 5:53 How many Doernbecher Jordans do you have in your collection? 8:47 How many shoes do you have in your collection right now? 13:17 Is there anyone on the Cavaliers that can keep up with your sneaker collection? 16:16 What kind of sneakerhead are you off the court? 17:00 Is there any shoe that you took an L on that you still don’t have? 21:17 Where does your nickname “Young Bull” come from? 22:50 How did you score 40 points and play 3 on 5? 26:14 Any sneakers that you want to show us?

Wed, November 17, 2021

Episode #92 - WNBA Superstar Arike Ogunbowale Shows Her Sneaker Heat & Talks Womens Sports

On today's episode, Anna Bediones sits down with WNBA Superstar Arike Ogunbowale to talk about the WNBA's growing popularity, how she stays active during the off-season, who her biggest competition is for sneaker queen of the WNBA and so much more! 0:53 What are you up to right now? 1:35 What do you have on feet today? 1:45 Why do you think there has been such growth in viewership this year for the WNBA? 3:08 What do you think is the biggest roadblock in supporting women’s sports? 5:00 Who did you think would win for the finals? 5:54 What does your off-season look like? 10:18 If you weren’t  playing professional basketball right now what would you be doing? 11:35 What has been your biggest takeaway from Kobe Bryant? 12:56 Who are some of the top WNBA players that you like to play against? 14:18 Is there a general attitude when you compete against men during a pickup game? 15:55 Are there any players that you think you could go head to head within a sneaker battle? 17:02 What’s your approach to collecting sneakers? 17:52 What’s the sneaker in your collection that you are most proud of?  18:45 What’s your approach to unDSing sneakers? 19:42 How seriously do you take the tunnel/game day fit? 20:31 Can you tell us about your jerseys on your wall? 21:50 What is the basketball scene like in Milwaukee? 22:56 What can we look forward to, from you in the future? 23:53 What is your favorite sneaker ever?

Wed, November 10, 2021

Episode #91 - UCLA QB Chase Griffin Talks NIL Deals, Jordan Brand, and More

On today's podcast, Marco chops it up with UCLA quarterback, Chase Griffin to talk all things NIL deals, what he's most excited for with this historic change, what it's like to play with Jordan brand and so much more! 1:02 How prepared were you for the NIL news this past year? 4:05 What kind of deals have you already signed? 6:40 Do you approach these deals with the criteria of having a community outreach guideline? 8:26 Are students teaming up to help each other reach deals as well? 10:22 Tell us about your studies and your graduate program 12:55 Do you see schools offering more resources for student-athletes in regards to NIL deals? 14:21 What kind of plans have you made with other student-athletes with creating an agency to handle deals? 17:00 What has the balance been like between athlete and student? 19:04 When did you discover social media as to more than just to keep up with your friends? 20:52 Have any professional athletes reached out to you to support your NIL deals? 21:19 How is your discord group going for you? 22:12 How has it been to shift over to Jordan brand? 23:21 Any future plans?

Wed, November 03, 2021

Episode #90 - How MSCHF's Matt Steiner Turned His @Saint Twitter Account Into A Career

On today's podcast, Marco sits down with Matt Steiner, found of @saint twitter and marketing lead at MSCHF to talk through his sneaker origin story, how he feels about MSCHF's Lil Nas X collab, advice on how you can break into the sneaker media industry and much more! 0:55 What’s the first shoe that got you hooked on sneakers? 3:34 What’s your opinion on the CDG Foamposites? 5:19 Do you think there is a Foamposite wave coming? 10:10 At what point did you think to create the @Saint account? 13:08 What are some of the big moments from the @Saint accounting that broke big news? 18:50 How did these conversations with big companies come about? 21:27 What were you studying in college? 26:37 Can you tell us a bit more about MSCHF? 38:15 Do you think right now to break into the sneaker industry there are no limits on how to do it? 41:40 What does your dad think about what you are doing now?

Fri, October 29, 2021

Episode #89 - Ariel Helwani Shares Behind The Scenes Stories & His Sneaker Knowledge

On today's podcast, Tony Mui sits down with journalist and sneakerhead Ariel Helwani. Listen in as Ariel opens up about his "real" problem with Tony, how he feels about controversial guests on his show, his favorite sneakers and so much more! 6:20 How much content do you consume/create a day? 20:44 How in tune are you with hip-hop culture? 28:14 How many bobbleheads are on your set? 31:07 What’s on your laptop monitor as you do your show? 34:34 What are the top 3 takeaways from hosting? 41:52 Top 5 shoes in your collection right now? 46:27 Overrated or Underrated?

Wed, October 20, 2021

Episode #88 - The Rarest Vintage Air Jordans, A Conversation With Curated Van

On today's podcast, Marco and DP are joined by Tye Engmann a.k.a. CuratedVan to talk all things vintage Air Jordan 1. Find out about the details that make some '85 AJ1s better than the rest, what's next up on the vintage craze, how to get into collecting old retros and so much more! 0:40 Share with us more about Curated Van 7:18 What do you think that created the vintage AJ1 wave we’ve seen recently? 11:51 How do the different factories impact the vintage AJ1 design? 16:40 How did it feel like when you had someone famous ask you to find them sneakers? 18:24 Where is the most surprising place that you have found sneakers? 20:20 Has it gotten harder to source product now? 21:50 Are there any shoes that you haven’t been able to get your hands on? 26:09 Do a majority of your clients sole swap vintage Jordan 3 and 4s? 31:50 What is sizing like for vintage AJ1? 34:23 If you don’t want to invest in ‘85s, what other years would you recommend looking into? 37:57 What are some of the other shoes that you are getting requests for?  45:20 What was up with the shadow with the red outsole?

Wed, October 13, 2021

Episode #87 - The Best Sneakers Dropping This Holiday Season

On today's podcast, DP, Marco, and Anna give you a quick rundown of the hottest shoes to be dropping this Holiday season from the patent leather Bred Jordan 1 to the Salehe Bembury Crocs. Listen in as we give our hot takes on what's going to be the most innovative shoe this season. 1:03 SoleSavy x Jordan Brand Collab 4:11 Which sneaker are you most excited about from the Jordan Brand Winter Collection? 14:38 What can people expect from the Jordan 11 “Cool Grey” release? 20:00 Reactions to Off White x AJ2? 22:58 Reactions to NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra? 28:49 Halloween Sneaker Reactions? 29:26 Salehe Bembury Crocs and New Balances Reactions 31:20 Yeezy Knit Runner reactions?  

Thu, October 07, 2021

Episode #86 - Biggest Sneaker Storylines Of The 2021-22 NBA Season

On today's podcast, DP, Marco, and Anna sit down to discuss the upcoming NBA season, what their biggest expectation is for this year, what really could be happening with Kobe's sneaker line and so much more! 1:00 What is happening with the Kobe line? 10:20 What are the big moves in sneaker deal signing this year? 19:00 Who are you looking forward to the most seeing in Jordan 36 P.E.? 29:05 If you are New Balance with Kawhi being out, do you find new talent or free agents? 35:06 What are the expectations for the Zion signature shoe? 38:08 Lamelo Ball being on Puma, is this their big break? 41:30 Who do you think deserves a signature shoe next?

Wed, September 29, 2021

Episode #85 - Why NFTs Are The Future feat. Franalations

On today's episode, DP is joined by OG sneakerhead Franalations, to talk all things NFT. Listen in as they discuss the most exciting things in the space, what would it be like if Nike ever joined, what is an NFT and so much more! 0:50 What is your sneaker origin story? 1:44 How many sneakers did you have at the peak? 2:20 How did you make the jump into NFT’s? 7:38 Is collecting NFT the same as collecting sneakers? 10:00 What kind of NFT collector are you? 13:20 Can I just buy any NFT and be rich tomorrow? 18:32 What is gas and why is there a war? 26:02 What brand do you think could jump into NFT’s soon? 28:27 Tell us more about your NFT project 31:35 What are some of your favorite NFT projects?

Wed, September 15, 2021

Episode #84 - Does more stock kill a sneakers hype?

Michael Sykes (@MikeDSykes) joins DP to talk through some key questions around what increased stock does to a sneakers hype and how it impacts consumers decision making.

Wed, September 08, 2021

Episode #83 - Devonte' Graham Of The New Orleans Pelicans Talks Sneaker Rotation

On today's episode, DP sits down with New Orleans Pelicans player Devonte' Graham, to talk all about what it's like to be a Jordan athlete, his love for the Air Jordan 1 low, how he feels about his trade and so much more! 0:46 Why do you like to play in the Jordan 13? 2:11 What is it like to play in your home state, with Michael Jordan as the owner of the team and being a Jordan athlete? 3:37 Any advice that Jordan gave you that you want to share? 4:42 Can you tell us a bit more about your Instagram pic of you with Jordan Diors? 6:32 What kind of Jordan product do you get in a typical month? 8:37 How do you store and display your sneakers? 9:51 Why do you like such a variety of sneakers? 12:48 Is there any shoe in your collection that holds a special memory? 16:04 NCAA changed their rules on NIL recently, how do you feel about it? 17:49 What are you most excited about being on the Pelicans?

Wed, September 01, 2021

Episode #82 - Outfitgrid Founder Dennis Todisco Talks Evolution of Streetwear

On today's episode, DP sits down with Dennis Todisco, founder of @outfitgrid on Instagram to discuss his thoughts on where streetwear is going in the future, throwbacks to the early internet days, what it's like working for Instagram and so much more! 0:28 How long do you feel like you’ve been a part of the culture? 2:55 What did you learn from the early Internet forum days? 6:45 What are you currently working on? 9:12 What has been the biggest shift in streetwear and sneakers in the last few years? 19:44 How did you get inspired to start Outfitgrid? 24:50 What’s your sneaker collection like now? 28:16 Tell us about your new show  

Wed, August 25, 2021

Episode #81 - Mikal Bridges Of The Phoenix Suns Talks Sneaker Rotation

On today's episode, DP sits down with Phoenix Suns small forward, Mikal Bridges to talk about why he loves the KD's so much, what his favorite off-court sneaker is, what it was like to get so far in the postseason and so much more! 0:31 What is your sneaker origin story? 4:44 Do you usually wear your sneakers to the ground on the court? 6:38 Why did you want to wear KD 13? 9:05 What was the playoff run like this past year? 11:43 What was the like getting that point in at .6 sec? 13:55 What’s your sneaker style off the court? 17:17 What sneaker are you thinking of wearing for next season?

Wed, August 18, 2021

Episode #80 - Lance Stephenson Has 5000 Pairs In His Sneaker Collection

On today's episode, DP sits down with basketball player and sneakerhead, Lance Stephenson to discuss his love of sneakers, how big his collection is, why the Jordan 13 is his favorite Jordan model and so much more! 1:26 Where did your love from sneakers start? 3:49 Why does the Jordan 13 stand out to you? 4:40 How big is your collection? 6:22 What did your sneakers look like in high school? 7:16 Why do you continue to play in streetball tournaments? 9:06 Tell us about And 1 10:25 Who in the NBA is a good trash talker? 10:59 What was the experience like playing in China? 13:30 Which players do you think personify the NBA? 15:12 Tell us about wearing a different Jordan retro every game in a season 18:12 What comes next for you this summer? 19:02 What are your most recent pickups?

Wed, August 18, 2021

Triple Stitch #09: Sasha Elina

What's up, everyone? Welcome to Triple Stitch. Today we are joined by Sashà, Toronto-born stylist and creative behind the looks of your favorite artist and events from tour styling, television appearances, and the red carpet with roots planted both in LA and New York. 0:40 Can you explain how your story began and how your styling has been influenced by your unique background? 9:23 How has the sneaker game changed from growing up until now? 12:32 What was it about the 2's that attracted you to them? 19:50 Is the Jordan 2 still your favorite Jordan? And if you had to pick a top 3, which ones would it be and why? 22:04 What was the most memorable part of your journey? 32:43 Do you ever look at everything you're doing and think how did I get here? 36:55 Is there a creative process that you go through to channel the right vibes? And what does that process look like? 41:04 What are some new brands and recent sneaker drops that have really caught your eye? 45:36 If you were a mood board, what would be on it? 48:40 What is something that you can share with our listeners looking to follow in your footsteps in the world of styling and being creative? 51:16 If you could have a dream group chat, who would be in it? Dead or alive.

Mon, August 16, 2021

Episode #79 - Air Jordan 36 - Full Details With Jordan Brand Designer Tate Kuerbis

On today's episode, Marco gets the inside info on the latest Air Jordan model the Jordan 36 with Jordan Brand designer Tate Kuerbis, find out about the newest tech, how Michael Jordan felt when he first touched this model, why fashion is coming second in this model and so much more! 1:06 What does it feel like to have a shoe you designed help the U.S. win an Olympic gold medal? 1:36 How long does it take to take a sneaker from concept to finished sample? 2:45 Is the eclipse plate here to stay? 3:42 What kind of premium materials did you include on the 36? 5:05 What is the inspiration from on the Jordan 36? 5:56 Were there any athletes that worked closely on providing feedback on the Jordan 36? 6:56 What kind of new tech was used to create the Jordan 36? 8:07 What is the pressure like working on an Air Jordan model? 9:01 What is liked working with Michael Jordan on creating the newest models? 10:08 Tell us about the deeper meaning behind “light” in this sneaker 11:49 Tell us about sticking with making the best basketball performance shoe vs chasing the latest fashion trends 15:31 What else can the weave be made into on the Jordan 36? 16:16 Do you think about PE’s when destining the shoe? 17:12 Is there a release schedule for the Jordan 36 lows? 18:29 What is the double-stacked zoom like? 19:09 Any easter eggs in the design? 20:14 Can you give some insight into the colorway of this shoe?

Fri, August 13, 2021

Episode #78 - Let’s Talk About Fake Sneakers

On today's podcast, DP sits down with GianFranc Ciarmela to discuss his recent feature article, "How We Got Here: A Dive into the World of Replica Sneakers". From why people buy fake sneakers over authentic, how the TikTok generation views replicas, and a live legit check. 0:52 Breaking down Fake Sneaker Culture 14:08 Has your stance changed on replica sneakers? 18:25 Tell us more about fake sneakers getting through resale apps 22:27 Live legit check on Travis Scott x Jordan 1

Wed, August 11, 2021

Episode #77 - Jordan Brand Employee Gives Back With Shoe Drive #JeffsShoeChallenge

On today's podcast, Marco sits down with Jeff Harris, Jordan brand employee to talk all about Jeff's Shoe Challenge, his advice if you want to get into the sneaker industry, how you can get involved and so much more! 1:00 Introduction to Jeff’s Shoe Challenge 3:55 What was the first shoe that got you excited about sneakers? 5:15 What was the reception like to the shoe challenge? 8:00 What made you change this from just a shoe drive to an experience for the kids? 10:07 What are some of the most memorable shoes that have been donated? 11:31 Introduction to Jeff Harris 17:33 Did you see the musicians/sneakers collaborations coming? 19:35 What is the most memorable shoe that you worked on? 22:45 What advice do you have to get into the sneaker industry? 26:51 How do you get involved Jeff’s Shoe Challenge?

Wed, August 04, 2021

Episode #76 - Oscar Castillo Shares Origin Story of Modern Notoriety

On today's podcast, Marco sits down with Modern Notoriety founder Oscar Castillo, to talk all about his love of Chicago, reminiscing about the sneaker blog glory days, how Marco has a long-lost connection with Oscar and so much more! 1:03 Introduction 2:43 What’s your origin story with sneakers? 7:31 What made you decide to create your own blog? 11:43 What do you think of Chicago being the sneaker capital? 16:41 Do you remember that first moment where you thought you made it? 18:22 What's your most memorable press trip? 21:49 What's the most memorable sneakers that you got given? 27:05 How did you start adding your different interests into your sneaker blog? 31:14 What do you think about the sneaker blog era? 38:17 How do you build a community into a passionate online community? 42:34 Do you think that people getting into the industry skipping over sneaker blogs? 48:53 What’s on your feet today?  

Thu, July 29, 2021

Triple Stitch #08 - Arab Lincoln: From Sneaker Fanatic to Sneaker Photographer

Today we are joined by Tyler Mansour, Senior Photographer at Kith and the man behind the lens of footwear's most iconic shots also known as Arab Lincoln, the shoelace whisperer 0:47 Where are you from originally and what’s your journey with footwear? 32:27 Do you have a personal favorite project or a moment you will never forget while working at Kith? 36:12 How do you continue to challenge and evolve yourself? 40:58 Any advice for those trying to get into the sneaker photography space? 43:18 What is the origin of the legendary ankle/sock pose? 46:46 Can you tell us about your Nike ID’s? 52:40 What was it like to participate in Apple’s first annual sneaker series? 1:01:21 What other artists inspire you? 1:07:50 When did you decide to launch the studio, and why is it important to you to have this space? 1:12:43 If you could photograph any shoe, what would it be?

Wed, July 28, 2021

Episode #75 - Fantasy Footballers Mike Wright Shares His Love For Nike SB Dunks & His Grails

On today's episode, Solesavy Team member Luis Torres sits down with Mike Wright, co-host of Fantasy Footballers podcast to discuss his love of Nike SB sneakers, how many times he's hit on SNKRS, what's his holy grail, and much more!  0:54 Tell us about what Fantasy Footballers podcast is all about 2:30 What is the origin story of the Fantasy Footballers? 9:08 What keeps you going every year? 14:47 What is your sneaker journey like? 21:15 What is your favorite pair in your collection? 25:12 Are you still collecting the recent Nike SB releases?  32:02 Style Tips for Nike SB sneakers? 33:18 Is there a pair that you always find yourself wearing? 37:02 Which NFL players would you add to your team based on their sneaker collections? 41:14 Any insights for Fantasy Football picks? 45:07 What do you have on feet today?

Fri, July 23, 2021

Episode #74 - First Reactions to Kanye West’s DONDA album

On today's podcast, Marco is joined by SoleSavy Community leader Toriq Ahmed, sneaker journalist Ian Stonebrook and former Def Jam Social Media Manager and current Bleacher Report Social Programming Manager Ala'a Eewshah. The four of them share reactions from Kanye West’s live DONDA listening event including the style, features and highly talked about rollout of the new album. 0:41 Introductions 2:18 First Reactions to the Listening Party 4:25 Reactions to the sneakers at the listening party 10:04 What does Kanye wearing Nike socks mean for us? 21:40 What does a Kanye Listening Party look like for the team behind the scenes? 25:12 What’s your reaction to the Beats by Dre commercial? 28:58 What are some of the things that stood out to you from the album? 38:38 If you had to choose, one Kanye sneaker era which would it be?

Wed, July 21, 2021

Episode #73 - Cassius Stanley on the NBA, Sneakers Growing up, Puma & More

On this episode of the pod, DP has Cassius Stanley in to talk all about his passion for sneakers, what collabs he's excited for with team Puma, what being in the dunk contest is like and so much more!   0:16 What have you been doing during the off-season? 1:10 What is your origin story with sneakers? 2:20 What was the sneaker scene like in high school? 3:18 How long have you been with Puma and what is the team like? 5:10 What was it like being in the dunk contest this year? 7:14 What’s your sneaker rotation like on the court? 10:38 How many shoes are in your collection? 13:59 What has it been like expanding your collection to a new brand? 18:04 How are you getting the newest shoes you want? 20:03 What does your sneaker community look like? 22:25 What are you looking forward to in the upcoming basketball season? 23:21 What’s your social media strategy and how do you see it? 25:33 Batman or Iron Man?

Tue, July 20, 2021

Episode #72 - LeBron James Proves Haters Wrong With Space Jam: A New Legacy

On today's podcast, DP, Ian, and Marco all sit down to discuss Space Jam: A New Legacy, their review of the film, why they think you shouldn't be so critical of it, what other NBA star they would've wanted to see in the film and so much more! 0:55 Space Jam (1996) Review 5:24 Reactions to Space Jam: A New Legacy 30:22 Who would you choose for your Space Jam team? 33:52 If Space Jam 2 with Michael Jordan would’ve happened, who would you want to see? 34:20 Favourite "Space Jam 11" shoe year?

Thu, July 15, 2021

Triple Stitch #07 - Noah Thomas

Today we are joined by Noah Thomas, Fashion Editor, Consultant, Host, and one of the leaders of the Mulement #muleboyz 0:29 Introduction to Noah Thomas 5:31 Tell us about your relationship with sneakers 8:27 What was your experience like with The Dropcast podcast? 9:43 What do you think would’ve happened if you stuck with school?  10:53 What was the most memorable interview on the Dropcast? 12:31 What does it take to be Mule Boy? 15:09 What one sneaker would be better as a mule? 17:42 What is your ratio of mulez to sneakers in your collection? 19:35 What are your thoughts on the sneaker culture of today? 27:37 What are some of your favorite sneaker collars that you’ve seen recently? 31:42 If Noah Thomas was a mule, which mule would he be? 33:27 Do you have any words of advice for people that want to become a writer like you?

Mon, July 12, 2021

Episode #71 - Size? Opens Flagship Store in Canada

On today's podcast, DP is back! Chopping it up with Jake Biggs & P.J. Worsfold from Size? Canada, finding out what it's like to expand the iconic sneaker store into North America, what heat is expected to drop this summer, what they are most excited for and so much more! 0:30 Introduction to Size? Team 0:58 History of Size? 2:51 Why did Size? choose to open a store in Canada? 3:34 Where in Toronto is Size? opening? 5:15 Will we be getting Size? collabs in Canada? 7:23 What can we expect with the Toronto location opening? 8:42 How are you trying to differentiate the in-store shopping experience? 10:49 What’s been the biggest challenge you had to overcome launching the brand here? 13:17 What is something that you are excited to see launch through the brand in Canada? 17:46 Final Thoughts

Fri, July 02, 2021

Triple Stitch #06 - Jason Markk's Sneaker Cleaner: From His Parents House to Household Name

On today's episode, L is joined by Jason Markk, Founder of Jason Markk Premium shoe care, keeping our toe boxes clean since 2007.  0:30 Tell us about your journey and what led to these shoe care products 2:58 When did your love for sneakers start? 4:55 What were some of the responses you would get when you would perform your research on cleaning products and techniques? 8:29 Was the original name Jason Markk? 11:01 Do you feel like you are held to a certain standard whenever you leave your home to never have dirty kicks? 13:03 What were some of your sneaker cleaning hacks growing up? 14:31 what is something really interesting about the chemistry of shoe cleaning that still blows your mind to this day? 18:14 What is the process when you are updating products or introducing new ones like with your team? 20:19 Have you or any of your team encountered a shoe so dirty that you were worried you might now be able to restore it?  28:22 What was it like opening your flagship and then going abroad to open another shop? 34:17 What's one of the biggest lessons you’ve learned as a business owner? 42:00 Why is sustainability so important to you? 48:18 You've recently launched Jason Markk Public Radio with a playlist put together by friends and family. What was the reasoning behind this idea? 51:12 What are some ways you are able to decompress when you aren’t working?

Wed, June 30, 2021

Episode #70 - Zarek Valentin of MLS Shows Unreleased Off-White MCA Air Force 1

On today's episode, Marco is joined by pro soccer player Zarek Valentin to talk all about his favorite soccer boots, how he got his hands on unreleased Off-White MCA AF1's, what he loves about the SoleSavy Community and so much more! 0:37 What is your sneaker origin story? 3:28 What are some of the iconic soccer boots? 6:04 What are some of your go-to soccer boots? 8:01 How was it being a Nike athlete in Portland? 14:25 How was it adjusting to the Houston sneaker culture? 16:59 How was MLS embraced sneaker culture? 20:24 Who are the biggest sneakerheads in the MLS? 21:52 Was there a kit or a boot that you had you mesmerized? 27:00 With Euro Cup and Copa America going on right now, do you have time to watch those games? 28:27 What were the challenges through this pandemic as a soccer player? 30:13 What is it like to represent Puerto Rico on their national team? 33:16 What was it like when people reacted to you wearing MCA x AF1? 38:17 Why did you start sending messages on your soccer boots? 41:10 What makes SoleSavy special to you?

Wed, June 23, 2021

Episode #69 - The Barber Behind Lebron James’ HBO Show 'The Shop'

On this episode of the podcast, Anna Bediones sits down to talk with celebrity barber, Vince Garcia all about how he ended up on HBO 'The Shop', what to do if your barber is out of town, his favorite shoe to cut in and so much more! 0:59 What’s on your feet today? 1:38 What’s your go to sneaker while cutting hair?  2:44 What is the biggest sneaker flex you’ve seen come into your shop? 3:47 Tell us the story about how you went from cutting hair to being the goto barber for celebrities 6:31 Who was your first big celebrity you cut in LA? 9:39 How did you get involved with ‘The Shop’ 11:19 What’s the special bond between a guy and his barber? 14:42 What is the craziest request you’ve gotten from a celebrity? 18:07 What if a client asks you for something that won’t turn out good, do you do it? 19:52 Are designs in the hair coming back? 21:45 Have any of your clients blessed you with some fire sneakers? 23:58 Who has the best cut in the NBA?

Fri, June 18, 2021

Triple Stitch #05: Alani "Wuzg00d" Figueroa

Today we are joined by Alani Figueroa also known as Wuzg00d, she is an Instagram powerhouse,  streetwear tastemaker, and the Queen of color coordination with head-to-toe looks that inspire all your favorite brands' mood boards.   0:55 Introduction 1:58 When did your Instagram turn into a platform? 4:04 Why the handle "Wuzg00d"? 6:09 What was the experience like hosting Colorways & Toe boxes? 8:57 How did you discover your style and make it your own? 13:08 Is there one trend in sneakers that you wish you could unsee? 14:35 Can you talk about some of the work you've done with Jeremy Scott? 17:34  What is the process like when deciding what to do with your nails? 21:02 How do you handle the pressure as a woman in the industry to be a voice for other women who may not have the same reach and platform? 22:24 Where would you say your confidence comes from? and is it something you always had? 25:30 What women have inspired you the most when you think of changes that have been made for women in the sneaker landscape? 28:05 How have you been able to navigate working with multiple brands? 29:50 A lot of content creators struggle deciding if they need a manager or not. What's your take on that? 32:18 Is there one sneaker in your existing collection special to you? 34:37 Do you have any advice on how people can coordinate color into their everyday wardrobe? 37:38 What have been some of the most impactful moments for you so far in sneakers as a woman?

Wed, June 16, 2021

Episode #68 - Bobbito Garcia Reflects On Nike Collaboration and His Impact On New York City Basketball

On this episode, Toriq Ahmed sits down with sneaker legend, Bobbito Garcia to discuss sneaker culture, what Kobe's legacy is like on the game of basketball, his Nike collaboration and so much more! 2:08 How do you define the true meaning of sneaker culture? 6:39 Tell us about your Nike collaboration 16:59 What kind of impact did Kobe have on the game of basketball? 21:42 Is there any new silhouette that catches your eye?

Fri, June 04, 2021

Triple Stitch #04: Common Ace

Today we are joined by Romy Samuel and Sophia Chang, the founders of Commonace, the one-stop shop marketplace for women's sneakers. 0:29 Introduction to Romy Samuel and Sophia Chang 7:21 What similarities have you both been able to find within your journeys through footwear being from two completely different parts of the world? 8:26 Commonace was founded in 2018, what was it like when you initially launched? 10:20 Why the name Commonace?  13:43 How do you balance your friendship and working together as partners? 16:08 How do you both navigate being a voice and vessel for the female market and making sure that you are creating a space for all women and not just some? 19:35 You’ve been conducting surveys this past year, are there any findings that have surprised you? 22:39 Romy, you jumped from the tech industry to the footwear industry. What spurred that for you and how have you navigated them? 25:39 Sophia, you worked for Jeff Staple as a project manager for Staple Design. Can you tell us a little bit about that and how you originally connected with Jeff? 33:42 Is there an experience that you had that stood out to you the most to drive you to create Commonace and fill this void in the industry? 36:12 Sophia, in 2014 you released your “brooklynite” collection with Puma. How did it feel as a collector to have that moment and what was the creative process like for you? 40:17 Recently this year you both hosted the first-ever livestream Nike has done on SNKRS for Air Max Day. What did it feel like to make history on one of the most important holidays in sneakers? 45:29 A sneaker collection can be as unique as a fingerprint, what’s the biggest difference between your collections? 46:46 What are some different ways you have been able to clear out your sneaker collections without resorting to resale methods? 48:51 How would you describe one another by referencing only one sneaker?

Wed, June 02, 2021

Episode #67 - How Steph Curry Shaved a Second Off His Game

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Ian Stonebrook sits down with Clay Dean, Chief Innovation Officer at Under Armour to talk about the most recent release from Steph Curry's line the Curry 8's, breaks down what Steph challenged the design team to accomplish with them, where the Curry brand is going and so much more! 0:42 What was it like to be challenged by Steph curry to make a shoe that ups his game? 2:17 What was Steph Curry looking for in a shoe? 4:27 How did you accomplish "court feel" need without the traditional approach? 11:08 What was Tom Luedecke's approach to designing the Curry 8? 13:59 How did you make this shoe accessible to the “everyman” wanting to get better? 15:44 Community Question: What’s the most out-there thing that Steph has asked you to incorporate into a sneaker? 16:24 Community Question: Working on the Curry line, is there a consistent theme or story you are trying to tell through the series? 17:37 Community Question: What's in store for the Curry 10? 18:14 Community Question: How much does casual wear play into designing the Curry 8? 20:07 How does the Curry 8 launch the Curry Brand and what people can expect from the Curry Brand moving forward?

Wed, May 26, 2021

Episode #66 - Kiefer Ravena Joins Jordan Brand and Opens Up New Looks for the Philippines

On today's episode, Anna Bediones sits down with Filipino Basketball star and latest Jordan Brand signee, Kiefer Ravena to discuss what his goal is with Jordan Brand, what it's like to be the first Filipino signed, his favorite sneakers and much more!   1:27 What does it mean to you to be signed to Jordan Brand and the first Filipino to be signed? 2:57 Did you know early on that pro sports would be your livelihood? 3:58 What is the coolest part of being a part of the Jordan Brand family and what are you looking forward to the most? 5:29 Are you a big sneakerhead? 6:07 What are some of your favorite sneakers? 6:57 How do you get sneakers out in Manila? 8:10 What was your relationship with Kobe Bryant? 11:07 Tell us about the landscape of sport in the Philippines 12:55 Tell us about the experience from playing in the southeast Asia games to now playing in America 14:50 Anyone in particular that taught you a lot while playing in the US? 15:39 Any pros that we know, that you got to share a court with? 16:42 What do you think it will take to elevate Philippine basketball? 19:21 Do you want to take another shot of playing in the NBA? 21:30 What do you think of the future of Filipinos in the NBA? 24:14 What is your ultimate goal with Jordan brand?  

Fri, May 21, 2021

Triple Stitch #03: Drew Hammell

Today we are joined by Drew Hammell, historian of the culture and the master behind your favorite sneakerhead's favorite Instagram, NikeStories.    0:31 How did you end up doing what you are doing today? 1:47 Do you remember the first pair of Nike’s you ever got? 3:55 When did Nike Stories really start? 6:00 What was the process to develop the content for the page? 6:53 What Nike Story impacts you the most? 8:40 What was it about Andre Aggasi the inspired you the most? 12:27 What sneaker designs by Wilson Smith have impacted you the most? 13:54 Is there a shoe from your past that still eludes you to this day? 17:11 How do you feel the sneaker industry has changed because of social media? 21:42 What do you think about shoes that would hit the sale rack in the 90’s but now are reselling for high amounts? 26:52 What collaboration do you wish would’ve happened in the 90’s? 28:01 What was it like writing for Eastbay? 29:58 What writer inspired you to start writing your own stories? 31:25 What was it like to write for Complex Sneaker of the Year book? 36:59 How many retro’s do you have versus new silhouettes? 38:14 Which retro are you waiting on that hasn’t happened? 39:07 Which Adidas silhouettes would you wear? 41:34 What should we expect next from you? 42:56 Is there a Nike Story we don’t know, but we all should?

Wed, May 19, 2021

Episode #65 - Draymond Green Speaks on His New Converse G4 PE

On today's episode, Marco Henry sits down with NBA All-Star Draymond Green to talk all about his brand new Converse PE sneakers that will debut during the NBA playoffs, why he is so excited about his move to Converse, all about his love for sneakers and so much more!   0:47 Why did you want to move to Converse? 4:50 What are some of your memorable debuts/campaigns for Nike? 7:15 How does it feel to have your own PE with Converse? 9:38 What story do you want to tell with this PE’s colorway? 12:32 How are you feeling right now as the NBA season comes to an end? 16:06 When did you start getting a love for sneakers? 19:32 What does getting a Converse PE mean for you?

Mon, May 10, 2021

Episode #64 - The Sneaker Law Book

Today we take a deep dive into Sneaker Law! DP is joined by Kenneth Anand and Jared Goldstein, authors of "Sneaker Law" a book designed to show the business and legal side of the sneaker industry, to discuss Nike's recent lawsuits against MSCHF x Lil Nas X, why they wanted to write this book, why you should read it and so much more! 0:28 Introductions  5:43 What was it like working with Kanye West? 7:12 Why did you decide to write a book? 9:48 What’s your take on Nike's recent lawsuits against custom sneakers? 13:12 Why did Nike sue Warren Lotas but not the Shoe Surgeon? 15:58 What is Sneaker Law for the classroom all about? 18:05 What was it like to publish a book? 22:08 Where we can buy the book?

Thu, May 06, 2021

Triple Stitch #02: Justine Brown

What's up everyone, welcome back to Triple Stitch! Today we are joined by none other than Justine Brown, host, social producer, and sneaker connoisseur. 2:02 How did the love of sneakers begin for you? 4:10 What was the first sneaker that you loved? 7:40 What was your journey like to what you are doing today? 12:52 What is one of the most heartbreaking L’s you’ve taken when it comes to footwear?19:34 Do you think female sneakerheads have more to prove than male sneakerheads? 23:10 If you could only wear one silhouette for the rest of your life what would it be? 28:51 Has your career played a part in what kind of sneakers you like? 32:52 If you could have any athletes sneaker collection and why? 41:53 What do you think the female impact on the sneaker game will hold in the future? 45:08 What female sneaker drops have been the most influential? 49:43 Do you have a guilty pleasure cop?

Mon, May 03, 2021

Episode #63 - Tony Mui’s Journey from Complex to SoleSavy

Introducing the newest member of the SoleSavy Team, Tony Mui! On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP talks with Tony all about his new role on the team, what life was really like at Complex, what you can expect with Tony on the team and so much more! 0:28 Introductions 1:57 How did you first get into sneakers? 6:36 What was it like being an actor? 11:18 How did you get a job at Complex? 13:11 What was making Life at Complex like? 19:05 What moments stand out from your time at Complex? 22:05 What are you looking forward to most being with SoleSavy? 23:27 Why did you want to join the SoleSavy Team? 26:00 What do you love and appreciate about  sneaker culture?  

Thu, April 29, 2021

Episode #62 - A Ma Maniére’s Flawless Release

In today's episode, DP and Justin sit back and admire the flawlessness of A Ma Maniére x Jordan 3 sneaker release, how it stacked up to Trophy Room's Disaster Drop, where it ranks on the list of best ever sneaker release methods and so much more! 0:48 Trophy Room x Jordan 1 Release vs A Ma Maniére Jordan 3 Release 2:10 How did they cater to this being women’s release? 8:48 How technical would it be to set up a release like this? 11:05 hall of fame sneaker releases 14:53 Sneaker Drop delays 18:10 World Wide Release Date for A Ma Maniére x Jordan 3

Mon, April 26, 2021

Episode #61 - Luis Torres on his Sneaker Journey

In today's episode, DP sits down with the newest member of the SS  team, Luis Torres, to talk about his outlook on the sneaker game, why community is so important to him, how he became a sneakerhead and so much more! 0:21 Introducing Luis Torres 4:33 How did you become a sneakerhead? 8:37 What's your favorite memory from writing at NiceKicks? 12:31 Favorite running sneaker of all time and non-running sneaker of all time? 15:08 What’s your take on the state of the sneaker game? 20:17 Why did you want to join SS at this time? 22:43 What upcoming events are you most excited about?

Tue, April 20, 2021

Episode #60 - Kobe x Nike Partnership Ends

Following the breaking news of Kobe Bryant's Nike deal ending, DP, Ian Stonebrook, and Marco Negrete  jump on the pod to discuss. The trio breaks down the timeline of how and why this happened and what comes next.

Mon, April 19, 2021

Triple Stitch #01: James Whitner

What's up everyone welcome to Triple Stitch, we are kicking off our very first episode with community leader and founder of the Whitaker Group, James Whitner. Chopping it up about his upcoming Jordan collab of the AJ3 "Raised by Women", what it's like being a black creative in the space and what he likes to have for breakfast. 0:36 Introduction to James Whitner & the Whitaker Group 1:20 History of the Flava Factory 5:10 Launch of Social Status 7:33 Birth of A Ma Maniére 9:10 Do you have any mentors? 10:43 Best piece of advice that you’ve gotten? 14:06 What was it like mentoring Marcus Jordan through opening Trophy Room? 15:25 How important was your Friends and Family Air Force 1? 18:46 Why is it so important to give back to the community? 20:40 A Ma Maniére x Jordan 3 Women’s Drop 34:36 Community Question: How do you make your products attainable by those that inspire it? 38:00 Any free game for the listeners?

Fri, April 16, 2021

Episode #59 - Sneaker Delays, Nike vs China with @Shanghaisole

On today's episode, Jay "@Shanghaisole" Shuang sits down with DP to break down why Nike is having so many shipping delays, what's sitting on shelves in China, how a new problem with China could cause an even larger disruption and so much more! 1:00 Introduction to @Shanghaisole 3:55 Thoughts on Nike Sneakers Release Delays 7:47 Do you think China will become the sneaker hub? 9:02 Does a staggered release help at all? 14:31 If you walked into a nike store in Shanghai what is on the wall? 21:51 Cotton Dispute 26:33 Do you think Nike will pull product from China?  

Wed, April 14, 2021

Episode #57 - Eric Paschall on Sneakers in the NBA, PE’s and His Collection

On today's episode, Eric Paschall joins DP to talk about his love for sneakers, what his dream PE would look like, who has the biggest sneaker collection on the Golden State Warriors and so much more! 0:51 Why did you want to start a sneaker collection Instagram account? 2:01 What was your sneaker collection about before the NBA? 3:29 What’s your favorite pair of Jordan 1s? 4:25 What got you into sneakers? 7:24 Why do you like playing in Kobes? 8:53 How many shoes do you go through in a year? 10:08 How many shoes do you pack for a road game? 11:07 Who’s got the biggest sneaker collection on the Warriors? 12:17 Who would be the next king of sneakers in the NBA? 13:49 What would your PE look like? 15:38 How do you get sneakers even though your busy playing?

Thu, April 08, 2021

Episode #56 - Raging Bulls 5s Return with Ian Stonebrook

Ian "The Human Fact Machine" Stonebrook is back with us today on the SoleSavy Podcast! DP and Ian talk all about the most hyped release of this weekend the Jordan 5 "Raging Bull", why DP is excited to triple up on them, where Ian ranks them on his list of top 5 Jordan 5 colorways and so much more! 0:28 Why we are excited for the Jordan 5 Raging Bull Retro 6:37 Why does Jordan brand give us similar colorways instead of the original retro? 7:51 Why Jordan brand is retroing 2000’s colorways 14:50 Would you say this is a top 5 Jordan colorway? 15:40 Where do these rank on the list of best non-OG Jordan colorways? 17:28 Do you think that Jordan Brand has more Jordan 5’s colorways on the way? 25:15 Where do these rank on all red sneakers?

Wed, April 07, 2021

Episode #55 - Mack Hollins Discusses Life after the NFL, Education and Style

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP sits down with NFL player, Mack Hollins to discuss what life is like after you win the championship your rookie year, how Mack is using his social media to inspire the next generation, what his favorite sneaker is, and much more! :27 What was it like to sign with the Miami Dolphins? 1:28 How did we meet? 14:30  What was the experience like to win a super bowl your rookie year? 21:03 Is the league competitive from a style perspective? 25:41 What's your sneaker collection like? 27:09 What is Fast Fact Fridays, Mackbook Mondays, and your social media all about? 37:04 Favorite sneaker? 37:34 Favorite shoe to work out in? 38:16 What’s your favorite cleat?

Wed, March 31, 2021

Episode #53 - Nike’s Latest Lawsuit + Industry Release Issues

On this episode of the podcast, DP and Justin discuss the sold-out MSCHF x Lil Nas X “Satan Shoes” and all the controversy behind them.  Afterward, the duo gets into what exactly is causing all these sneaker release delays in 2021. 0:32 Thoughts on the MSCHF x Lil Nas X collab 3:51 Why did Nike sue MSCHF? 9:58 What‘s going on with all the sneaker delays?  

Wed, March 24, 2021

Episode #52 - SoleFacts: Air Max Edition

Ian, Human Fact Machine, Stonebrook is back! On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP and Ian breakdown all the releases and dive deep into Air Max Day 2021, what their favourite Air Max model is, which model they want to see come back and so much more! 1:03 Air Max 1 "Evolution of Icons" 11:23 Nike Air Max Pre-Day 18:00 CLOT x Nike Air Max 1 “Kiss of Death” 26:03 DQM’s Nike Air Max 90 “Bacon” 32:12 If there’s one Air Max that you could bring back, what is it?

Wed, March 17, 2021

Episode #51 - Building a Women’s Sneaker Brand with Sarah Sukumaran

On today's episode, DP interviews our special guest Sarah Sukumaran, on what it takes to bring up a brand new sneaker brand during a pandemic, what inspires the design process of her first shoe, why Sarah's new brand is based around inclusivity and much more! 0:27 Introduction to Sarah Sukumaran 2:33 What was the biggest thing you learned while working at Nike? 6:14 What motivated you to start something new? 9:56 What inspired you to create the brand? 15:04 Where are you in the design process now? 16:24 How would you describe the sneaker you are creating right now?  

Wed, March 10, 2021

Episode #50 - Women's Exclusives Matter with Anna Bediones

Welcome to Episode 50 of the SoleSavy Podcast! To mark this milestone, DP sits down with the newest member of the SoleSavy Team, Director of Strategy for our Women's community, Anna Bediones. They chat about how far women's exclusives have come, is it better to just have inclusive sizing,  how do women get into the sneaker game and so much more!  0:45 Welcoming Anna to the SoleSavy Team 2:19 Do we want inclusive sizing or women’s sizing? 6:07 Scratching the surface of serving the full picture of what women like and look like 18:20 There is no wrong way of appreciating a shoe

Wed, March 03, 2021

Episode #49 - Nike VP Resign’s Over Resell Connection

On today's episode, DP and Justin are fired up to talk about the resignation of Ann Hebert, the Nike VP who stepped down from her position after news broke her son was operating a major resell operation.  0:35 What led to the Nike VP Resignation 4:29 Reactions to the Bloomberg Story 6:05 What kind of power does a Nike VP have? 12:23 Nike’s Reaction to the Scandal 28:02 Final thoughts

Tue, March 02, 2021

Episode #48 - Answering Community Questions with Bun B

On this episode of the podcast, Ian sits down with hip-hop legend Bun B to ask him questions from the SoleSavy community. Find out what Bun B thinks about the recent Jordan collabs, what his grail sneaker is, what Houston was wearing in the '80s and '90s and so much more!   0:36 Monster Energy Drink Collaboration 2:24 Heat Check & Sneaker Summit 5:04 What was the shoe for  the Houston hip-hop scene in the ’80s and ’90s? 7:33 If you had a chance to collaborate with any brand with any shoe, what would it be? 8:45 What’s your favorite guest verse that you have collaborated on? 10:44 What was the sneaker that made you a sneakerhead? 14:04 What was it like to receive your first seeded box of Jordans? 16:13 What you were chasing shoe-wise when you were in high school? 17:24 What are your daily drivers shoe-wise? 19:06 What are your feelings on recent Jordan collabs? 24:04 Any other shoe in the shortlist of grails? 24:40  The ’05-’15 era

Wed, February 24, 2021

Episode #47 - Doernbecher Virtually Freestyle 2021

On today's episode, DP has two very special guests to talk all about Doernbecher x Nike initiative, what the kid's design process looks like and how Doernbecher will be tackling its annual event virtually this year.  0:56 History of the Doernbecher x Nike 5:45 Where have you seen the most impact at the hospital through the support? 9:48 What does the design process look like for the kids? 18:16 How did Covid-19 change this past year’s designs? 24:22 Final Thoughts

Wed, February 10, 2021

Episode #46 - Interconnectivity of Culture with Rodney Conyers Jr.

On today's episode, special guest Rodney Conyers Jr. sits down with DP to talk about sneakers and their impact on culture that crosses over many different genres and interests.  0:18 Introductions 1:06 How have sneakers become engrained into different cultures? 3:57 Where do you think the next big celebrity sneaker collab come from? 22:58 What is the next big thing in sneakers? 31:46 Final Thoughts

Fri, February 05, 2021

Episode #45 - The Journey From Jordan Brand to SoleSavy with Marco Negrete

On today's episode, DP sits down with Marco Negrete who joined SoleSavy this week as VP of Content and Communications. They discuss Marco's career journey and why he is so passionate about the purpose of SoleSavy. 0:16 Introducing Marco 10:25 How do you jump from Complex writer to Jordan brand? 18:27 What does the Global Editorial Content Manager of Jordan Brand look like? 22:11 Why go from Jordan Brand to SoleSavy? 27:30 What is your vision for SoleSavy? 30:00 What’s the craziest shoe you got for retail or under retail at Jordan brand? 32:59 Any celebrity meetings at the Nike Campus? 34:20 What was the best part of working at Jordan Brand? 35:49 Now that you are a sneaker free agent what’s on your radar?

Sun, January 31, 2021

Episode #44 - Sneaker Communities with Jacques Slade

On this episode of the podcast DP sits down with Jacques Slade to talk all about the different communities we have in sneakers now and what the future of the industry could look like. 1:43 How do you feel about sneaker communities right now? 6:12 Who is the enemy bots or resellers? 9:05 Wall Street Bets and Sneakers 13:26 Complex' Tweet 24:18 What would you do to improve the sneaker industry?

Thu, January 28, 2021

Episode #43 - Sneaker Culture in 2020 with Anna Bediones

On today's episode, DP is joined by Anna Bediones aka @atothebed to discuss sneaker culture in 2020 through the lens of women in sneakers, the culture as it stands today and the future generation of sneakerheads. 

Sun, January 24, 2021

Episode #42 - The Problem with Nike’s SNKRS app

On today's episode, Mike Sykes(Host of the Kicks You Wear newsletter and Special Delivery podcast) joins DP to discuss all the things that are wrong with the Nike SNKRS app, was there an update that broke the app this week, did bots eat up all the stock and why are we still entering if it causes us so much grief, all this and more on today's episode. 1:12 What is wrong with Nike SNKRS? 11:26 How does SNKRS choose who wins? 17:04 How much resell have to do with all this? 23:22 Why are we still entering then?

Fri, January 22, 2021

Episode #41 - LeBron PE SNKRS Voting

On today's episode, DP and Ian discuss a topic that has had sneakerheads on fire this past week, the LeBron PE SNKRS bracket! Is the voting rigged? Does Nike already know which sneaker will come out on top? And are younger sneakerheads having their voices heard? Listen in and find out. 1:06 SNKRS Controversy 7:03 Is the system skewed? 19:50 Final Thoughts

Mon, January 11, 2021

Episode #40 - The Future of The Sneaker Industry

Wed, January 06, 2021

Episode #39 - UNDFTD, Dunks, 2021 Trends

On today's episode, DP and Justin discuss what went down on last week's UNDFTD x Air Max 97 drop, why Dunks may not be reselling as well in 2021, and what they think will be the hottest new sneaker trends in 2021. 0:53 UNDFTD Air Max 97 Drop Recap 11:05 Dunks in 2021 19:45 2021 Sneaker Trends

Wed, December 30, 2020

Episode #38 - What's Next for Yeezy in 2021?

On this episode of the podcast, DP and Ian discuss all things Yeezy! From the new models released in 2020, are Yeezy's falling off with sneakerheads, and what is in store for 2021? 1:25 The Yeezy 350v2 7:42 Why aren’t the other Yeezy models selling as well? 21:40 Who is designing Yeezy models? 30:31 What could we see from Yeezy next year? 44:50 Final Thoughts

Wed, December 23, 2020

Episode #37 - adidas Announces Partnership with Fear of God

On today's episode, we discuss the huge news of Jerry Lorenzo signing with adidas for a long term partnership. DP and Justin chat about what this looks like for Nike, when we could expect their first collab and will this bring new life to adidas Basketball product? 0:20 adidas Signs Deal with Fear of God/Jerry Lorenzo 2:27 Fear of God 1 “String” Nike Troubles 7:08 Thoughts on Fear of God x Nike Collabs 10:13 Can Jerry turn around adidas Basketball product? 14:59 When will the first Fear of God x adidas shoe be released? 19:07 Final Thoughts  

Wed, December 16, 2020

Episode #36 - What Happens To The Nike Dunk in 2021?

On this week's episode, DP and Justin talk about the Dunk hype that has saturated the market for 2020, share some insider info on distribution for next year and make some bold predictions of where Dunks will be at the end of 2021. 0:41 Let’s talk Dunk Distribution for 2021 10:35 What’s going to happen to the dunk? 22:36 TL:DL 2021 Dunk Predictions

Wed, December 09, 2020

Episode #35 - The Jordan 11 Celebrates 25 Years

On today's episodes, DP and Ian discuss why the Air Jordan 11 could be one of the most important shoe releases, how Tinker Hatfield designed the 11's, what next year's release might hold and so much more! 1:23 How did Jordan’s Retirement play a role in the creation of the AJ11? 8:44 What happened when MJ returned from retirement? 16:43 What about this year’s AJ11 “Jubilee”? 24:21 AJ11 “Cool Grey” History Lesson 28:14 How do people feel about AJ11 Adapt?  

Thu, December 03, 2020

Episode #34 - SoleFacts - Know What You're Buying

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP and Ian breakdown this week's sneaker releases in a new segment called SoleFacts, give you interesting facts on each sneaker, and share why the Air Jordan 1 "Black and Gold" is so unique.  0:54 Introduction to SoleFacts 2:39 Air Jordan 1 “Black and Gold” 7:14 Air Raid “Urban Jungle Gym” 10:46 New Balance 550 14:41 Nike Dunk High “Varsity Purple” 20:07 Air Jordan 8 WMNS “Burgandy” 24:22 Frame Skate x Nike SB Dunk Low “Habibi” 28:24 Yeezy Boost 350 v2 “Bred” 31:55  Air Jordan 4 SE “Deep Ocean” 36:22 Air Jordan 9 “University Blue”

Wed, November 25, 2020

Episode #33 - Fire Red 4s Return in OG Form

On this episode, DP sits down with Ian Stonebrook, to chat all things AJ4 "Fire Red" related and the colorways history from the the best retro to the worst retro and more! 2:09 What did the AJ4 Fire Red mean in 1989? 8:13 What did the retros look like after 1989 for the Fire Red 4s? 10:37 How did the Air Jordan 4 “Fire Red Laser” stack up? 13:10 Mars Blackmon 4 18:29 2012 Fire Red True Retro 23:06 2020 Fire Red Release 31:34 What's your Top 3 Jordan Silhouettes?  

Wed, November 11, 2020

Episode #32 - Supreme Sells For $2.1 Billion

On today's episode, DP and Justin discuss what the sale of Supreme means to the brand, to the consumer and what VF actually thinks about the brand. 0:22 What does the Supreme purchase mean? 3:24 What does Supreme's business profile look like? 5:26 Our concern with VF purchasing Supreme 13:11 What brand could be sold next? 15:07 What does future Supreme Collaborations look like? 17:29 Is Supreme a luxury brand or activity brand?

Wed, November 04, 2020

Episode #31 - Air Jordan 1 "Mocha" Release Recap

On today's episode, we sit down to talk about this past weekends Jordan 1 "Mocha" release, stock levels, distribution, Foot Locker, how Union did a successful drop and more.

Wed, October 28, 2020

Episode #30 - The Making of the SS1 Custom Sneaker

On this episode, DP is joined by Rich Franklin of Garrixon to discuss how the SS1 came to be, from buying 300 pairs of Jordan 1 lows to deconstructing them, Rich explains in the ins and outs of making a custom shoe.

Thu, October 15, 2020

Episode #29 - Nike's Direct to Consumer Strategy

On this episode, DP grabs Justin for a quick chat about Nike's direct to consumer strategy and how that will change the way boutiques and sneakerheads get the most hyped sneakers.

Wed, October 07, 2020

Episode #28 - Aglet App

On today's episode, DP is joined by Azeem Khan to discuss the new iOS app called Aglet, created  for sneakerheads, 0:52 What is Aglet? 4:13 Where did the original idea come from? 10:12 Do the virtual sneaker drops mirror real-life shoe drops? 13:33 Why would I want to play this game? 17:45 What's next for Aglet?

Thu, October 01, 2020

Episode #27 - Netflix Launches “Sneakerheads” Show

On today's episode, DP is joined by Alex Wong to dissect "Sneakerheads" a brand new show on Netflix about two sneakerheads in LA! Listen as they share what the think of the show, how it could improve, and what it does right in the quest for White Cement 4's.   

Mon, September 28, 2020

Episode #26 - New Balance Success in 2020

On this episode DP is joined by Maurice  to discuss everything New Balance, from collabs to resell, 327 to 992, and which model your first New Balance should be! 1:20 When did you get into New Balance? 6:11 New Balance Collabs 12:07 A new player in the sneaker industry 21:11 Can NB fulfill the demand or will resell just grow? 31:02 Final Thoughts 32:24 What should my first pair of New Balance be? 34:51 New Balance 327 Model  

Tue, September 22, 2020

Episode #25 - Fragment x Jordan, Yeezy, and New Balance

On today's episode, DP and Justin discuss the insane price drop of the Fragment x Jordan 3s, the real flop of the weekend, how New Balance is deciding stock for upcoming collabs, and much more! 1:00 Fragment 3 Market Crash 12:40 Yeezy 380 “Pepper” Flop 25:49 New Balance 997 x Bodega “Better Days"

Thu, September 17, 2020

Episode #24 - Alex and Russ on the NBA Playoffs

Join Alex Wong and Russ Bengtson as they recap the NBA Bubble Playoffs Second Round, potential trades they see that would benefit teams, and predictions for the NBA Finals. 3:03 LA Clippers Failure 14:15 Lakers vs Nuggets 25:29 Potential Trades  39:52 Boston Celtics Recap 47:58 Miami Heat v Boston Celtics 55:50 Sneaker Releases

Wed, September 09, 2020

Episode #23 - Loyalty Programs, VIPs and Resellers

On this week's podcast, the team sits down to discuss how VIP and Brand Loyalty programs are getting heat into the hands of real customers and skipping over the bots and resellers. Do they work? and how can they be better? 

Tue, September 01, 2020

Episode #22 - Union's Successful Drop vs Bots

On this week's episode DP and Justin recap Union's x Jordan 4 drop from this past weekend, what went right, what went wrong, and is there still hope if you took an L? 0:29 Union Jordan 4 Release Breakdown 2:55 Why was Union’s drop so successful? 8:36 Worldwide Union x Jordan Release Date 13:25 What about limiting customers to one shoe style? 15:50 That feeling of copping 18:17 Shout out to SoleSavy and sneaker culture

Tue, August 25, 2020

Episode #21 - Union x Jordan

Justin and DP discuss one of the major sneaker release of this year - Union x Jordan 4, make some predictions and discuss if the AJ4 will this rise to the same hype as Union's Jordan 1 release.

Wed, August 19, 2020

Episode #20 - What if Sneaker Brands Did Pre-Orders?

Justin and DP are back to talk about Telfar's pre-orders, why so many members posted in copped channel for Aimé Leon Dore's most recent New Balance project and are pre-orders the way to go for new sneaker releases? 0:41 Telfar Bags Preorders 6:02 Aimé Leon Dore Reservations 8:23 What if Jordan or Nike did this? 11:21 Are Pre-orders the answer?

Mon, August 17, 2020

Episode #19 - Alex and Russ on the NBA Bubble Playoffs

Alex Wong and Russ Bengtson are back! On this episode, they talk about each matchup for the first round of the NBA's Bubble Playoffs, make some bold predictions, chat through some NBA sneaker news and so much more! 1:13 Bubble Season Recap 7:35 Portland Trailblazers Vs Los Angeles Lakers Preview 15:40 Los Angeles Clippers Vs Dallas Mavericks Preview 19:05 Denver Nugest Vs Utah Jazz Preview 25:52 Houston Rockets Vs OKC Thunder Preview 29:05 Milwaukee Bucks VS Orlando Magic Preview 32:34 Toronto Raptors vs Brooklyn Nets Preview 40:17 Boston Celtics Vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview 51:24 Miami Heat Vs Indiana Pacers Preview 1:07:49 NBA Sneaker News  

Fri, August 07, 2020

Episode #17 - Understanding Stock Levels and New Bot Protection

Justin joins DP to chat about why stock levels matter so much on sneaker releases and what does Shopify's new bot protection mean for us? 0:59 Stock Levels and Inventory 11:17 Bot Protection 15:08 How do bots affect retail stores?

Wed, July 29, 2020

Episode #16 - The Effect Hype Releases Have on Sneakerheads

Alex joins DP to discuss last weeks hype releases and what type of impact it has on the average sneakerhead. Why do we chase the hype? What does it mean to us? and the struggle of being a customer who wants to wear their shoes. 

Wed, July 22, 2020

Episode #15 - Alex & Russ on the NBA Bubble

The Dynamic Duo are back! Alex Wong and Russ Bengtson are here to talk all things NBA Bubble season, is it too early to come back, what makes this season exciting and so much more. Jumpman on everyone's Jersey (1:00), NBA is back…is it too soon? (4:07), Media in the bubble (15:55), Does this distract from the BLM movement? (20:07), Does this continue the season? (23:58), What excites you for this bubble season? (36:42), Will sneakers still be important in the bubble? (43:07).

Thu, July 16, 2020

Episode #14 - Sneakers in the Post Covid World with Alex & Russ

Join Alex Wong and Russ Bengtson for a discussion all about how Covid-19 has changed the sneaker world, will Kylie Jenner keep on wearing SB's, how should Nike and Adidas approach diversity in the sneaker industry and much more!  And That’s when it became personal (1:20), Sneakers in this pandemic world (3:00), Will influencer marketing change? (15:14), Diversity within the Sneaker Industry (29:41), Nike’s Layoffs (32:33), Final Thoughts (35:01).

Mon, July 13, 2020

Episode #13 - Nathan from Courtside Sneakers on Owning a Sneaker Store, Resellers, Store Loyalty and more!

Why did you open up a sneaker store? (0:37), How has resell affected you being a store owner? (8:45), How important is store loyalty? (10:56), How did Covid affect your store?  (17:06), What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned through this pandemic? (24:09), How has this changed the retail experience? (25:29), Tell us more about Courtside Sneakers (28:25), Final Thoughts (32:33). 

Fri, July 10, 2020

Episode #12 - Chris from WearTesters on The Night Wing 1, The Last Dance, Dior and more!

Chris from WearTesters joins DP today, to talk all about his new shoe collab with We Are Underdogs and plenty more! The Night Wing 1 (Weartesters x We Are Underdogs) (0:38), The State of Sneakers in 2020 (5:30), The Last Dance Documentary Thoughts (9:56), Hot Take: Dior x Air Jordan 1 (19:38), Dunks in 2020 (23:51), Should the NBA come back? (28:07), Thoughts on 2020 (33:26). 

Mon, July 06, 2020

Episode #11 - Jay Shuang @ShanghaiSole on The Asian Sneaker Scene, Hype in 2020 and more!

Jay Shuang of @Shanghaisole joins DP today to talk all about the Asian Sneaker Market, resellers, Dunks, and why sold out shoes are sitting on shelves in Asia.

Wed, April 08, 2020

Episode #9 - WearTesters on The Sneaker Industry, Reviews, Youtube and more

Chris and Drew of WearTesters join us for a trip down memory lane as we discuss the sneaker industry, reviews, the NBA and our personal collections.  0:52 - Start of WearTesters 3:57 - Biggest Change in Sneaker Industry 9:19 - Relationship with Brands 14:42 - Worst Shoe Ever Reviewed 21:45 - State of Sneaker Reviewer Youtube 25:16 - Our Communities 29:06 - Our Favorite NBA Teams 35:10 - Current State of Sneakers 41:06 - 2020 Sneaker Releases 44:23 - Thoughts on Retros 50:27 - Personal Collections

Thu, April 02, 2020

Episode #8 - @SockJig on Bots, Resellers and the Worst Sneaker Releases

@SockJig from Twitter joins us to discuss what we're seeing around the industry right now regarding COVID-19, bots, resellers and end the podcast discussing the worst sneaker releases possible (35:40).

Sun, March 29, 2020

Episode #7 - Alex Wong on the Raptors, The Shot, NBA Basketball and Sneaker Collections

Writer extraordinaire Alex Wong joins us to discuss the Raptors Championship Season, the Kawhi shot, sneakers in the NBA, managing our sneaker collection and tons more!

Mon, March 23, 2020

Episode #6 - Alvin Williams on this NBA Career, Sneakers in Basketball and more!

I sit down with former Toronto Raptor Alvin Williams to discuss his NBA career,  sneakers in basketball, stories from around the league and more!

Wed, March 18, 2020

Episode #5 - Kicks Deals on the Company's Origins, the Sneaker Industry, Resell, What Comes Next?

In this week's episode DP sits down with the Editor-in-Chief of Kicks Deals US, Ian Hofler. We discuss how the sneaker industry has changed since the website started in 2011 and more! 1:00 - The Start of Kicks Deals 4:25 - The Changes from 2012 to 2020 in 7:12 - StockX Launches and The Rise of Resell 9:55 - The Jordan Struggle 11:40 - Restocks / Releases 14:40 - The new breed of sneakerheads 16:30 - When we quit our jobs for Kicks Deals 19:15 - What comes next? 24:40 - Resell Culture 30:30 - Member & Follower Questions 33:00 - A typical day of running Kicks Deals 34:48 - How do you decide what deals to post? 37:48 - Our Collections

Fri, March 06, 2020

Episode #3 - SoleSavy Origin Story

Intro: Our History before Sole Savy   3:40 - Original business Ideas   6:24 - SoleSavy brainstorming   9:30 - Los Angeles NBA All-Star   14:00 - The first member beta   17:26 - SoleSavy going forward   19:00 - Trip to Nike World Headquarters   21:50 - Believing in our vision