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