Pair of Kings

Pair of Kings: A Fashion and Culture Podcast

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Pair of Kings is the men's fashion and culture podcast for the next generation of style. Hosted by Sol Thompson and Michael Smith in New York City, each weekly episode breaks down what's actually happening in menswear—from streetwear to archive fashion—and the trends reshaping how men dress in 2026 and beyond. We cover the full spectrum of current men's fashion: emerging designer brands and Grailed finds, vintage menswear, sneaker culture, and luxury collaborations, Japanese denim, and the Lower East Side revival we called before anyone else. Our interviews spotlight the creators, stylists, ed...

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Jun 24, 2026

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Episodes

2.8 - Rick Owens: The Original E-Boy with @kylevelasco12 02.07.2020

BLESSED. Another week, another spectacular guest episode of Pair of Kings. This week, we are joined by Instagram and TikTok sensation Kyle, known by his handle @kylevelasco12. Tune in as Kyle talks about being a content creator in 2020, what fashion looks like in the TikTok world and how he sets himself apart from the competition. Additionally, Kyle asks the Kings some questions too! Kyle, thank y...

2.7 - 9,001 Sneaker Releases 30.06.2020

Lock in everyone, for perhaps the longest boys episode in Pair of Kings history. The Kings are back with an absolute doozy of an episode, discussing everything from our dream Bape collabs to the pieces that get complimented the most to the future plans of the podcast itself. Simply put, it's a mighty fine podcast, at least we'd like to think so. Thank you so much to everyone for tuning i...

2.6 - No More Twitter Memes with @patheticfashion 25.06.2020

New guest episode! This week the Kings are joined by none other than Catty aka @patheticfashion. Listen in as he talks about his personal style, his door eating abilities and meme pages making merch. Thank you Catty for joining us, and thank you to all of our listeners! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry i...

2.5 - Riding a Lawnmower in a Vetements Show 23.06.2020

Just like that, another Tuesday comes along. You know what that means folks, it's time for another episode of Pair of Kings podcast! The Kings are back with some sensational audience questions, we talk about everything from our favorite fashion brands to the whip vs. nae nae debate! Truly an episode for the ages. Thank you to everyone who submitted a question! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith e...

2.4 - A T-Shirt is Worth a Thousand Words with @tshirts.archives 18.06.2020

New guest episode is HERE! The Kings welcome Toby aka @tshirts.archives onto the pod, where he talks about the sudden fame of his account, his favorite shirt, his own brand and more! This certainly isn't an episode you want to miss, thank you everyone for tuning in, and thank you Toby for joining us! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing cre...

2.3 - The Optimal Lawn Mowing Shoe 16.06.2020

Back for the third pod this season, the Kings answer 28 astounding questions from the audience! This episode speaks about everything from eating dinner at 11 AM to our favorite Rick Owens pieces! Truly one for the ages, thanks for tuning in! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new...

2.2 - The Most Interesting Man in the World with Rashid Silvera 11.06.2020

The first guest episode of season 2 is HERE! The Kings are joined by none other than the legendary Rashid Silvera, a pioneer in the world of modeling, fashion and one of the greatest speakers we've ever had the pleasure of hearing. We're bringing you nearly two hours of mind-blowing stories, heartfelt messages and the finest fit check we've ever seen. Thank you so much for joining u...

2.1 - Pair of Kings Season 2: The Squeakquel 09.06.2020

Just like that, we're back in action! Season 2 kicks off with an hour and a half of some of the best fashion podcast Q&A you've ever heard. John and Sol are revitalized after a first season full of fun, and we're ready to bring you the absolute best we have to offer in season 2. Expect top notch banter, amazing guests and all you've come to know and enjoy from Pair of Kings...

1.30 - The Pair of Kings Season 1 Finale Spectacular 03.06.2020

Thank you for such an amazing first season! The Kings are back, this time to say some thank you's, talk about what's to come and use our platform to promote what's right. We're very excited for Season 2, and we're so honored to be part of such an amazing community.  Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personal...

1.29 - Doctorate in Denim with @samutaro 28.05.2020

We're back with another amazing guest! The Kings are joined this week by none other than Samuel Trotman, aka @samutaro. Aside from running a beautifully curated Instagram account, he is also an absolute expert in the world of denim, and knows a staggering amount about the world of fashion. This won't be an episode you want to miss! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and sub...

1.28 - Living Inside the Supreme Toolbox 26.05.2020

That's right, the Kings are back yet again with another episode, filled with amazing questions from our listeners. Tune in to hear about some of our favorite art, the soundtracks to our lives, our favorite peanut butter combinations and MUCH more. We broke a record this week with 25 amazing audience questions. Thank you so much to everyone who's given Pair of Kings a listen! Sol Thompson...

1.27 - Drinking a Podcast out of a Nine Year Old Geobasket with @ecchi.chad 21.05.2020

That's right folks, the one and only Jacob aka @ecchi.chad has joined us on Pair of Kings for one of the finest episodes yet. Listen in as he talks lifting in full Rick, being recognized on every corner of the internet, and holding a world record. Just like you wouldn't skip leg day, don't skip this episode. Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion...

1.26 - Hypebeast, not Height-beast 19.05.2020

That's right folks, the Kings are BACK with a wonderful set of questions from our audience. We talk about everything from drawing gorillas to running fashion houses, and have a blast doing so. Thank you everyone for listening! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard o...

1.25 - The Man, The Myth, The Model with @bushybroweth 14.05.2020

GUEST EPISODE! The Kings are joined in the studio by none other than Ethan aka Bushy aka @bushybroweth, to talk about all of the things he's done in the world of pop culture. Whether he's modeling for Nike or recording fire tracks for his record label, everything this man touches is gold. Not an episode you'll want to miss! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcul...

1.24 - BACK AT THE BARNYARD 12.05.2020

That's right folks, the Kings are back in action with TWENTY FOUR questions from our amazing listeners. We talk about everything from what got us into fashion to crowdfunding a Rick Owens bed, this one was an absolute blast to record. Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new va...

1.22 - Kiko, Do You Love Me? 05.05.2020

That's right folks, the Kings are back in the studio answering your questions, all 17 of them (amazing work, everybody.) John and Sol talk about everything from their favorite Rick pieces to Dennis Rodman, it's not one you want to miss! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the...

1.21 - No More Custom Ink 2020 with @__superposition__ 30.04.2020

MULTI-GUEST EPISODE!! This week the Kings are joined by Thor, Owen and Jo from @__superposition__, an account that goes above and beyond in the fashion space by educating the reader, discussing a wide array of brands in the fashion world and beyond and personifying their posts in an extremely interesting manner. The boys all hop on the mic for Pair of Kings' debut multi-guest episode. Sol Tho...

1.20 - The Legend of PoK: Breath of the Podcast 28.04.2020

The Kings are back in action in an episode riddled with connection errors and dead spots! (We're so sorry, they've been edited to the best of our ability.) Despite the pressing technical difficulties, we've brought you a pod we're very proud of, and we thank you endlessly for your continued support and all of the kind things we've heard from our listeners. :) Sol Thompson...

1.19 - The Podfather with Nick Crippen of @deadstockreport 23.04.2020

Every story has its beginning, did you know that John and Sol met writing for Deadstock Report? In this episode, we invite the man who introduced the Kings into the studio for over an hour of spicy questions, insane playlists and some of the signature Pair of Kings banter that you've come to know so well. Thank you Nick for joining the forces behind the Podcast of the Decade. Sol Thompson and...

1.18 - Whole Lotta Pod 21.04.2020

Whole Lotta Red was supposed to drop the day we recorded this. I'm typing this at 10:52 pm and it still hasn't. Regardless, we've got an hour and a half of some of the finest questions this podcast has ever seen. We discuss everything from the hierarchy of noodles to the King's favorite episode of their own podcast. Thank you for tuning in!   Sol Thompson and Michael Smith expl...

1.17 - Space Friends Until the End with @space_opera_ 16.04.2020

John and Sol are joined in the remote podding studio this week by none other than Steven, aka Space Opera! Listen in as we discuss his account, his personal taste and his unbelievable thought process behind the work he does. This episode is truly out of this world! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry inside...

1.16 - 100 Mini Rafs 14.04.2020

Kings episode! John and Sol hit the mics and take some questions from the audience, listen in as the Kings cover everything from movie fits to favorite summer albums. Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast,...

1.15 - Archival CDG Converse with @meme_saint_laurent 09.04.2020

The Kings are back in action with another special guest! This week, we're joined by Karsten Kroening, creator of the ever popular @meme_saint_laurent. We talk about everything from his personal style and shoe rotation, to his confidence in eating a wooden door in under a year. This is one for the ages, welcome to the Kingdom. Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of...

1.14 - Carrying Pigeons is Modern Couture 07.04.2020

14 Episodes! What a time it's been recording each one. The Kings are back in action answering some top tier audience questions, running down the releases of the week, and simply chopping it up during these crazy times. Thanks for tuning in! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the...

1.13 - Pod Across the Pond with @fashion_wankers 02.04.2020

The Kings are BACK in the (remote) studio with perhaps their spiciest episode yet. Today we are joined by none other than the anonymous "Mr. F" from the ever-popular fashion meme account @fashion_wankers. This is an episode for the ages folks, he has five dogs. Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry...

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