My First Kicks

This week we speak with the great Izzy Lugo to the podcast this week. We talk about creating content and his start. What lead him to where he is in the sneaker industry, his current job. His podcast and what he wants people to look forward to listen to. His move from Chicago to Milwaukee and the culture shock he witness. Great listen ahead so be sure to leave a review and share it with your people...

This week we speak with the welcoming Kenneth Myers aka Mr Unloved1s. He tells us about the shoe that got him into becoming a Jordan 1 archivist. We also get the scoop on the upcoming Jordan 1 Chicago set to release this month. He also talks about how he got in the information game. Kenneth also gives us a deeper look as to what sneakers do to our mental health. We also get a look into his support...

This week we speak with the amazing Nacho from Nachoaveragefinds. He shares his first kicks and the history behind his YouTube channel. He also talks about the route he took in creating his collection. We also talk about growing up on the west coast. Also we get into finding rare pairs and how SBs were perceived. Also we talk about a specific pair of kicks Hass didn't know existed but is intrigued...

This week we speak with the great J Logic on the pod! We talk about growing up and getting into kicks. What it was like growing up on the west coast. We talk about wearing specific kicks in LA. We also talk about DJing around the world and on the internet. Ify jumps on to talk about long lines and not wanting to be on them. Fun episode this week! Don't forget to leave review and share it with your...

This week we speak with Chef Harold Villarosa, about what kicks means to him. We talk about the first pair he needed, what kicks he prefers in the kitchen. We also talk about his work with Bon Appetit. His hustle mentality and how he got to where he is now. We also talk about Air Maxes as we kick off Air Max month! Don't forget to leave review and share it with your people. Got a my kicks story? e...

This week we speak with the amazing Micheal Le to the podcast. We talk about kicks in his life. Growing up in Florida, pursuing a career in sneakers. Working for Sneaker News, getting kicks sent to you. How to get a refund for fakes. Also we talk about how people get early looks at sneakers and raw denim talk! Don't forget to leave a review and share it with your people. Got a my kicks story? emai...

This week we speak with the great Taylor Valenz, we touch on the early Twitter days. His start in the sneaker game and progression to where he is now. We talk kicks and air fresheners. Also growing up in the Bay Area and the community that help make him. Check out this fresh ep for your ears! Don't forget to leave a review and share it with your people. Got a my kicks story? email us at myfirstkic...

This week we speak with the inspirational Timm Chiusano, we talk about his TikToks. The first pair that cause the rabbit hole of collecting he is in now. We also talk about how he has had a hand in 1800-Kars4Kids. We touch on his sneaker history and how its being passed around to his entire family. Also we go over excuses we tell when a new pair arrives. It's one hell of an episode! Got a my kicks...

This week we speak with the talented Koncept. He jumps on the pod to talk about his first pair of kicks. Also he talks about traveling the world doing music. We connect on all things Queens and Graffiti. We talk about his music and how his most recent stunt affected a passerby. Its a fun one, so check it out and share it! Got a my kicks story? email us at myfirstkickspod@gmail.com our IG is @myfir...

This week we speak with the amazing Fresco, we learn about the resell culture before it is what it is now. We touch on his journey in the sneaker world and working with brands we all love. Also we talk about sneaker releases, visiting sneaker con's. Our love the Nike SB, how the Doernbecher hospital in Portland and their Nike collabs impacted us. We go on a hell of a journey, so check it out and s...

This week we speak with the great Mike Guillory, we talk about getting in the game at a young age! Working at Champs when the Concord 11's dropped. We also talk about content creating in a packed space such as sneaker content creating. Also we touch on the state of mom and pop stores. Great episode this week, check it out and share it! Got a my kicks story? email us at myfirstkickspod@gmail.com ou...

This week we speak with the funny Justin Davis aka J5 to the podcast. We talk about what it was like to grow up in Virginia, how Nike SB is the gateway drug to sneakers. We also talk about the current impact of Travis Scott, and the resurgence of dunks started with him. Also we touch on Kanye and our thoughts on Yeezy's and what he was able to do with them. Don't forget to leave a review and tell...

This week we speak with the amazing Nick Engvall, we talk about his route in the sneaker industry. Writing for Complex, Sole Collector, and Sneaker Throne. We touch on his great podcast Sneaker History and the influence of Russ Bengston. We also talk about his iconic 1st pair and how he got them. We also chat about our top 10 sneakers of 2021 as we wrap up the year. Its a lengthy episode but it is...

This week we welcome the funny J.R. Wideman to the podcast! We talk about what is was like collecting kicks in Canada. His illustrious retail experience. His huge come up to where he currently works. Also we talk about visiting Vegas, meeting 2J's and the loss of Shoezeum. We also talk about our top 10 shoes of the year and Key Machines! Check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe butto...

This week we speak with the the great Nice Kicks Gabe, we touch on his social media presence. Growing up in Houston, Texas and how he got into kicks. We also touch on how he was able to join the cool kids club. Also we talk about waiting for concert tickets and getting to see a one of a kind show. Hass also shares a story from the previous weekend. Ify and Hass also share a moment with recent cops...

This week we talk about Virgil Abloh and his impact on us and the sneaker and fashion world. We speak on his history in the game and how much of a trailblazer he was. Check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe button! Got a my kicks story? email us at myfirstkickspod@gmail.com our IG is @myfirstkickspod Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Ify's Linktree:  https://linktr...

This week we talk about Complex Con day 2, we talk about our approach to the second day of the convention. We also touch on resale culture thats right we said culture. We talk about Flight Club and what it did to the game. We talk about Kool Kiy and how Hass and Ify perceive his kicks. We talk about hitting up booths and almost getting on No Jumper's YouTube. Check it out and leave a review and hi...

This week we talk about Complex Con day 1 and what we experienced. From long lines to meeting people to Buzzfeed. We bring you through day 1 of Complex Con and what we did. We got to chat with a lot of people and witness Complex-Con post panorama. Check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe button!   Got a my kicks story? email us at myfirstkickspod@gmail.com our IG is @myfirstkick...

This week we welcome podcaster extraordinaire Miles Gray to the podcast. We talk about 90 day fiancé and the prospect of being on the show. Getting canceled and working at footlocker. Stepping into a Supreme for the first time, and dealing with rude employees. Miles also touches on how he turns a shoe into a beater pair. Also he talks about his relationships with his kicks! Check it out and leave...

This week we have a writer/director/actor Noel Wiggins on the podcast. We talk growing up in Fort Worth, Texas. Also school bullies and what they meant to him. We also talk his love for James Whitner and A Ma Maniere. We apologize for the late episode and also the sound episodes quality! But check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe button! Find Noel: Social Media: @NoelSWiggins Red v...

This week it's just us and we are touching on a different sort of topics, from Sneaker Culture Vultures. To Ify's recent trip and recent cop and Hass shares a story along with the gift he will be sending Ify. We also talk about fashion and how we decide what we are going to wear. We also touch on what came out and what caught our eye this past week.  Tune-In and don't forget to leave a review...

This week we have the multitalented Nick Russ on the podcast! He talks about his experience working at the Nike community store. He also talks about the lines he's waited, on and also being a size 15! Ify, Hass, & Nick also talk video games, gundams, & all things sneakers. So check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe button! Find Nick: Instagram: @Hijump62 Twitch: https://www....

This week we have the hilarious Carl Tart on the podcast this week. We talk about what kicks meant to him growing up and how he was able to get them. We talk about wearing fakes and getting roasted in school. We also talk about getting into fights when we were younger. We also got our first My First Kicks story! So check it out and leave a review and hit that subscribe button! Find Carl: Instagram...

This week we have the great Rob Haze joining us on the pod. Rob talks about growing up in Atlanta and copping kicks at a young age. He also tells what his high school was like, and he breaks down what Jordans meant to him. Also Ify tells us what he likes about the latest collabs that have been releasing. Also Hass speaks on why Jordans continuing to release shoes is good for sneakers.. So check it...

This week we have the hilarious J.D. Witherspoon, pulling up to talk about all things kicks. We also go over high school fits and what we were thinking wearing them. We share stories and wonder why Ify looked like he called people "slim". J.D. also shows us his collections and shares with us a jaw dropping decision he made recently. Prepare to laugh, so check it out and leave a review and hit that...