Sole Talk Podcast

Complex dropped its Top 10 Sneakers of the Year list, and we got some serious questions! This week on SoleTalk, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. break down the rankings, debate who got snubbed, and explain why some of the biggest releases didn't deserve a spot. We also recap the latest Ladies Love Laces event, from the incredible turnout to the creativity behind the Ladies Love Laces University theme. T...

On Episode 47 of the Soul Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. are back in a new location with plenty to talk about! From the biggest sneaker reveals at ComplexCon to the growing number of Jordans sitting on shelves, the crew breaks down what's hot, what's overhyped, and what's really happening in sneaker culture. This week, we're talking J-Tips' incredible Nike Air Bacon Low collaboration, Li...

The whole gang is back, and this episode is packed. B.O. returns from Detroit with a full recap of the sneaker forum, from being crowned Sneaker Queen and winning a $250 StockX gift card to networking with some major names in the sneaker industry. We get into why events like this matter for creators trying to break into the sneaker industry, the importance of networking, and why Milwaukee needs to...

After a couple weeks away, Sole Talk is back and we had a lot to catch up on. We kick things off showing love to B.O. while she’s outside in Detroit representing at the Black Footwear Forum, winning Sneaker Queen at the StockX sneaker ball, networking and continuing to build Ladies Love Laces. Then we get into everything happening in sneaker culture—from Jordan Brand’s legacy and the Bucks 12s sel...

This week on Sole Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O. are joined by Ke (_heyitske) for a special episode packed with sneaker talk, stories, debates, and plenty of laughs. Ke shares how her older sister inspired her love for sneakers, how she’s been collecting for over 10 years, and what it’s like being a woman in a sneaker culture that’s still heavily male-dominated. The crew gets into some gr...

Sole Talk Podcast Episode 43 is all about sneaker culture, community, and how much the game has changed. Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. kick it about a hectic summer, Family & Friends weekend, and bringing the foot cam out to see what everybody has on feet. The crew gets into the Jordan 1 design challenge and what they would do if they had the opportunity to redesign one of the most iconic sneaker...

This week, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. catch up on a busy summer before getting into everything happening in sneaker culture. They talk about the return of Yeezys, Westside Gunn’s upcoming sneaker release, Kanye’s impact on fashion, and whether his influence on style has surpassed Jay-Z’s. The conversation also gets into the recent allegations involving sneaker resellers and Nike employees, backdoo...

The full staff is back for Episode 41, and we had a lot to catch up on. We kick things off talking about reunion weekend, being outside for three days straight, and somehow thinking going back to work Monday was a good idea. 😂 From there, we get back into the “Mexican Jordans” conversation from last week and talk about sneaker culture, growing up wearing what our parents bought us, and how certai...

The sneaker world has been wild this week and we had a lot to talk about. We kicked things off by catching up, talking birthday celebrations, what we had on feet, and the struggle of sneaker boxes falling over before getting into the biggest story in the culture—Nike employees, backdooring, counterfeit shoes, and everything going on with Cool Kicks. We also talked about Sean Wotherspoon's Air Max...

The crew is back with another packed episode of Sole Talk! This week, Duch and Byrd recap their trip to New York for Jay-Z's historic Yankee Stadium concerts, breaking down the sneaker culture, crazy merch, $450 Uber prices, and why New Balance might be the ultimate travel shoe. They also dive into the latest sneaker news, including Kith's Reverse Linen Air Force 1s, Action Bronson's newest New Ba...

This week on Sole Talk, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O. are back with another packed episode covering everything happening in sneaker culture and beyond. The crew talks about the excitement surrounding Jay-Z's 30th Anniversary of Reasonable Doubt concerts in New York, the city's exclusive pop-ups, and the legendary fashion inspired by Hov's biggest eras. They also dive into upcoming sneaker releases, in...

This week on the Sole Talk Podcast, the crew is back with another packed episode covering everything happening in sneaker culture. We kick things off by talking about Ja Morant's rumored move to Portland and why Nike may be doing everything they can to protect one of their biggest stars. Then we dive into Jordan Brand opening the door for new designers, what it means for the future of the brand, a...

From the history of Dookies (Air Force 1s) in Milwaukee to the sneakers that made us fall in love with the culture, this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and real conversations. This week we're joined by Strong Man Water Man, creator of Drink More Water, as we talk about health, mindset, and why taking care of yourself is just as important as collecting sneakers. We also break down: 👟 Air...

his week on Sole Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook, and Mook are back with another episode packed with sneaker talk, laughs, and real conversations. We break down: 🔥 The latest Jordan and Nike releases 👟 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leaving Converse for Nike 💰 Why sneaker prices keep going up (and if they're worth it) 🏀 KD, Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Travis Scott, and more sneaker news 🌆 New York Knicks...

This week on the Sole Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. recap the highly anticipated release of the Milwaukee Adidas collaboration and break down the entire launch-day experience—from early morning lines and pickup stories to the details that made the sneaker a true Milwaukee collector’s piece. The crew also dives into the sneaker culture debate around standing in line, why the community as...

This week on the Soul Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O. dive into Milwaukee sneaker culture as they prepare for the highly anticipated Sneaks & Shakes x Visit Milwaukee Adidas release. The crew talks campout strategies, sneaker line memories, and why local collaborations continue to put Milwaukee on the map. They also break down Stephon's massive new deal with Li-Ning, Giannis' incredibl...

This week on the Sole Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook, and Brittany Owens dive into everything happening in sneaker culture and beyond. We break down Meek Mill's frustration with Nike and LeBron's "Dreams & Nightmares" inspired release, discuss whether brands are borrowing too much from creators, and talk about the challenges women still face getting recognition in the sneaker industry. We also...

This week on the SoleTalk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O recap the successful Iceman Vibe Check event at Brownstone and show love to everyone who pulled up and supported. From waking up after a wild weekend to missing out on Nigel Sylvester's "Brick by Brick" Jordan release, the conversation dives deep into sneaker culture, upcoming drops, Travis Scott releases, Air Force 1 season, Air Max favo...

Episode 30 of the SoleTalk Podcast is here and the crew is back talking heavy sneaker culture, Drake’s Iceman rollout, Air Force 1s making a comeback, and everything happening in the streets right now. Diuch and Byrd Brook break down Nigel Sylvester’s “Bricks” release and why his community-driven rollout is one of the best we’ve seen in years. They also dive deep into Drake dropping three projects...

This week on the SoleTalk Podcast, the crew talks about how much the sneaker game has changed over the years. From Foamposite eras and campout stories to Nike layoffs, resale culture, and the rise of reps, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. break down what’s really going on in sneaker culture today. They also talk Milwaukee-exclusive drops, the Brewers Air Max release, classic sneaker nostalgia, old fits,...

The crew is back talking May sneaker madness, Travis Scott drop strategies, Milwaukee-exclusive releases, Summerfest collabs, and the state of sneaker culture. B.O. also gives an update on planning the next Ladies Love Laces event while the team debates hype releases, fake sneaker controversies, Drake rumors, and summer plans in Milwaukee and Chicago.   Follow Soul Talk Podcast: Instagram & Ti...

What’s good, y’all! We back with another episode of the Sole Talk Podcast—and this one is packed with real convo, sneaker talk, and a lot of laughs. We kick things off with life updates, including B.O. getting recognized for entrepreneurship and Dooch holding it down as a single dad for the week (yeah… it got real 😂). Then we get into the struggle of trying to secure concert tickets and how it’s...

This week on Sole Talk, the crew is back breaking down everything from Milwaukee’s wild weather to the nonstop sneaker drops draining our pockets. We talk: • Being outside during a storm (because… Milwaukee) • The struggle of keeping up with releases • Organizing your life AND your sneaker collection • Upcoming drops and what’s actually worth it Plus real conversations about balancing life, money,...

What’s good, y’all — this is the Sole Talk Podcast. This episode we back in the studio talking everything from Vegas trips to Milwaukee sneaker culture turning all the way up for 414 Day. We break down: * The Adidas Samba 414 Day collab and the crazy lines on Brady * Resellers vs. real sneakerheads (yeah… we had to talk about it) * Upcoming drops like the Red Steel 10s and Do The Right Thing 3s *...

What’s good, y’all! The whole crew is back in the building for another episode of Sole Talk Podcast. This week, we’re recapping the  Air Max Day party—from packed crowds and crazy energy to hookah, fits, and everything in between. If you missed it… yeah, you missed out 😅 We also tap into: The growth of Milwaukee’s sneaker culture New faces and creators popping up in the city Whether retail sneake...