Shoe-In

Jasmine and Kim continue to scout out the floor of FN Platform in Las Vegas to see the latest and greatest in unique brands including the KEEN UNEEKBOT  and the emerging brand Switfish .

Live from FN Platform in Las Vegas, Jasmine and special Shoe-In correspondent Kim take over the show from Matt and Andy to explore the amazing stories of Jerusalem Sandals  and Okabashi . One company is bringing together Israelis and Palestinians for the cause of peace and the other is driving sustainability in cool and innovative ways. Two companies to keep your eye on.

Buddy is back to outline the latest and greatest in the Soles4Souls mission and ways in which the impactful charity is meeting the needs to those less fortunate worldwide. From distribution trips to the opening of regional donation centers to Buddy's new book, Soles4Souls is focused on its mission to wear out poverty. Jasmine joins in for the World Famous Watcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'? segment.

Dick de Bruijn, Founder and Owner of Blackstone Shoes stops by Shoe-In to explore the history of the Dutch footwear company and the importance of remaining true to the brand's fashion roots.  Jasmine joins the fun as she explores the staying power of the dad shoe trend in her Fashion Footwear in Focus Segment.

Straight from the UK, Shoe-In welcomes Robert Perkins, Chief Operating Officer of Hotter Shoes  at FN Platform. As a UK-based footwear manufacturer and retailer, Robert is clued in on all the latest development, sourcing, and fashion trends taking place across the pond.  Jasmine steps up with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she explores the ongoing effort of global female footwear buyers...

Casca  Co-founder, Braden Parker , stops by Shoe-In at FN Platform to discuss the highs and lows of launching a shoe brand in today's diverse retail landscape. Braden unveils the highs and lows of bringing the brand's all-day performance footwear to market. And of course, Jasmine is here for the show's absolutely amazing "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?" segment.

Shoe Carnival's fearless leader Cliff Sifford returns to Shoe-In at FN Platform to download on the family retailer's continued success and growth. The laughter and fun abound as Cliff explores the latest trends succeeding in today's diversified footwear marketplace. Jasmine jumps in with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she discusses the continued dominance of slides and Vans.

Dr. Sheng Lu , associate professor from the Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware, stops by Shoe-In at FN Platform to discuss the impact the trade war with China is having on the fashion industry. Dr. Lu also gives his best prediction on how the current economic conflict will ultimately play out. Jasmine joins in with her world famous "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'...

Laura Rodriguez, International Trade Analyst at the U.S. International Trade Commission  and civil servant extraordinaire, drops in to the Shoe-In Show studio for a discussion on the role the USITC plays in formulating and analyzing U.S. trade policy. Her passion for the industry shines through as the discussion focuses in on footwear trade in Africa, the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill (MTB) process, a...

Matt Powell, footwear retail analyst and all around sneaker industry expert, imparts his knowledge on the 2018 FDRA Executive Summit audience and Matt and Andy unearthed a rare recording! Listen to it right here, right now!

Matt and Andy listen in on Foot Locker Chairman, CEO & President Dick Johnson's remarks at the 2018 FDRA Executive Summit as he outlines the ways in which Foot Locker, Champs, and the company's other outlets are effectively adapting to the rapidly changing footwear consumer.

Taped during the 2018 FDRA Executive Summit, Matt and Andy listen in on a panel discussion focused on innovative consumer engagement with four key footwear and digital executives including D'Wayne Edwards, Jeff Hunt, Sara Irvani, and John Puterbaugh. Listen now for key takeaways before it's too late!

Celebrating his store's 20th year, Ted McGreer of Ted's Shoe & Sport  in Keene, New Hampshire shares his insights into successful footwear customer service in an ever-expanding e-commerce world. Investments in people, product, and his community are just a few of the keys to Ted's success and longevity.  Jasmine jumps in with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she downloads on the rise of ort...

Chris Hillyer, Director of Innovation at Deckers Brands, joins Shoe-In to unveil the innovative aspects and game-changing tools of the emerging Material Exchange (www.material-exchange.com) website under development by PTC, FDRA, and Substance.  Jasmine shocks Matt and Andy with her amazing Fashion Footwear in Focus segment that confidently declares that suede shoes are in even during the Summer....

Footwear industry analyst and commentator extraordinaire Chris Burns rings up Shoe-In to provide his many thoughts on the Puma/Jay-Z collab, the cooling off at adidas, the dominance of NIKE, the importance of the resale market in tracking athletic brand trends, and everything in between. Jasmine jumps in with her world famous Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she explores the prevalence of mism...

Doug Ricketts, Manager of Pacers Running  in Fairfax, Virginia, drops by the Shoe-In Show studio to explore the importance of specialty running stores, tricks to the sit & fit trade, and to download on the latest and greatest brands runners are in search for. Jasmine joins in with her world famous 'Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?' segment.

Andy and Matt take a deep dive into how a footwear leader is scrapping old development processes and digitizing their design and development programs. Listen to hear how Wolverine Worldwide is using 3D technologies and new workers to significantly cut down on development times so shoes go from concept to shelf faster and have a greater chance of success.

Matt and Andy get an inside look at critical issues surrounding material development and management from Ariat's Director of Materials Joanne Stetson. Joanne gives us a glimpse into one of the toughest jobs in the business as the one of the keys to helping produce high-quality footwear; making this a must-listen episode for everyone in the shoe business.

The Material Shows  founder and operator Hisham Muhareb joins Shoe-In to discuss his amazing shoe story, the bi-annual show he runs where shoe designers get inspired and new materials are found for the next great pair of kicks. New material innovations and insights are also explored. Jasmine jumps in on the fun as she introduces Allbirds' (aka The world's most comfortable shoes) newest style made...

There's a quiet shoe making revolution taking place in NYC and its lead revolutionary, Brandon Cohn, CEO of Lee & Barrett, stops by Shoe-In to educate the boys on the Lee & Barrett story and the dawn of a new footwear Americana.  Jasmine downloads on how footwear fashion is focused on leathers and suede low tops even for the warm weather...what happened to knit uppers?

Famous Footwear President Rick Ausick and FFANY President and CEO Ron Fromm stop by Shoe-In to discuss the upcoming FFANY Shoes on Sale event on October 11th as it celebrates 25 years of raising vital funds for breast cancer research.  Jasmine explains how Fila's new but very old sneaker will be very on trend this summer in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment.  For more information on Shoes on S...

Esteemed cobbler and master shoemaker Marcell Mrsan joins the show to discuss the importance of the craftsmanship of shoemaking and the opportunities he provides aspiring shoe producers at his shop in Savannah, GA. Jasmine jumps in to highlight the top two shoes from Yeezy Season 6 - Flatform Slides and Mudrat Dad Sneakers in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment. For more info about Marcell's cou...

Gary Weiner, Saxon Shoes President and Owner, joins the Shoe-In Show to discuss the strategies he and his team employ to ensure his customers are comfortable, happy, and loyal. Jasmine observes fashion footwear trends at Coachella including thigh-high Ugg boots .

A listen of this special episode will be sure to make you think differently about change and innovation as Shoe-in Show's Andy Polk philosophizes about all the changes to traditional footwear business models — giving some deep thought to the nature of successful companies innovating, the true nature of the changing consumer and why it could mean Amazon doesn't continue to dominate eCommerce in the...

Tiffany Beers, lead innovator on the Nike Hyperadapt and 2015 Nike Mag, joins the Shoe-In Show to discuss footwear innovation and the challenges brands face in developing innovative product. She also reminisces about the many ups and downs in developing NIKE's signature self-lacing shoes. Jasmine joins in the fun in the world famous "Whatcha Got? Watcha Gettin'?" segment.