Pair of Kings
Pair of Kings: A Fashion and Culture Podcast
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
6.10 - Lucki Charms 01.02.2022 2:12:10
We're BACK with one of our finest banter episodes of all time! Listen in this week as we talk about the hierarchy of cereal mascots, Sol putting a giant splinter under his fingernail, deadlifting in puddle boots, and more! Thank you so much to everyone for listening! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry...
6.9 - The Puddle Boot Pipeline with @kendricky 28.01.2022 1:51:27
We're BACK with a new guest episode for the masses!! This week, we welcome style icon Kendrick (@kendricky) onto the pod! Listen in as we talk about re-lacing Rick Owens megalaces, Grailed shenanigans, and much much more! Thank you so much to Kendrick for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing...
6.8 - PATREON EXCLUSIVE: PhD, Podcast having Dude 26.01.2022 15:00
We're back with a new Patreon exclusive boys ep! Disclaimer, John's audio gets weird around the 50 minute mark, our apologies! Thank you so much to everyone for their support! This will be fixed for the next episode. 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...
6.7 - FREE PATREON EPISODE: The Wrath of Instagram with @fashion_wankers aka @ollivion 21.01.2022 1:44:36
We're BACK with a free Patreon episode! This week, we're joined by the legendary Ollie of @fashion_wankers (hopefully still) and the new @ollivion. Listen in as Ollie talks about his account being taken down literal hours before we began recording (it's returned now so we're very thankful), starting his new brand, and all sorts of high quality fashion banter. Thank you so much...
6.6 - Bape or Supreme 18.01.2022 2:09:28
We're BACK in action with a classic Q & A episode! Thank you to everyone who submitted questions! 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, and don’t forgot to follow us on our social channels for ad...
6.5 - Mullet Mode with Frugal Aesthetic aka @christianvui 13.01.2022 2:04:08
We're BACK with a banger guest episode to start off the non-Patreon portion of season 6! This week, we welcome the legend himself, Christian Villanueva (@christianvui) aka Frugal Aesthetic on YouTube for some spectacular banter in a pod for the ages. You'll have to tap in to see what it's all about! Thank you so much to Christian for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening!...
6.4 - PATREON PREVIEW: The Pod Returns! 12.01.2022 15:00
Welcome back everyone! We're finally done with our holiday break, and ready to get back into the swing of things! Listen in for a classic Patreon King's episode, with banter galore. Thank you so much to everyone for listening, and thank you to our patrons for their support! If you'd like to join the Patreon, you can do so at patreon.com/pairofkingspodcast Sol Thompson and Michael Sm...
6.3 - PATREON PREVIEW: Undercover Burger Runtz 16.12.2021 15:00
We're BACK with a classic banter King's episode for our patrons. Listen in for some good ol' fashioned back and forth with John and Sol as we begin to wrap up another year of the pod. Thank you so much to everyone for listening, and thank you to our patrons for their support! If you'd like to join the Patreon, head over to patreon.com/pairofkingspodcast Sol Thompson and Michael...
6.2 - PATREON PREVIEW: The Belichick Bogo 08.12.2021 15:00
We're BACK with a brand new Patreon episode! Listen in this week as Sol and John take the banter to its classic heights, talking about everything from the upcoming bogo drop to their love of current Balenciaga. Thank you so much to everyone for listening, and thank you to our patrons for their support! If you like what you heard, you can join the Patreon at patreon.com/pairofkingspodcast Sol...
6.1 - PATREON PREIVEW: Jawn Stars with @mchamp_ of @hybridclothing 02.12.2021 15:00
We're BACK with another return episode of champions (quite literally this time) as we welcome Champ of HYBRID back onto the pod! Listen in as we catch up with Champ and see what's in the pipeline for HYBRID, who he's maining in Overwatch, and discuss the prices of TheSoloist. Thank you so much to Champ for joining us, thank you to the patrons for their support, and thank you to ever...
5.30 - Free Balenci for LIFE 30.11.2021 2:05:59
We're BACK with the season 5 finale! Listen in for a classic boys ep full of classic banter and slapper questions. Thank you so much to everyone for listening, and RIP to the legend Virgil Abloh 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 f...
5.29 - PATREON PREVIEW: PODSGIVING 25.11.2021 15:00
HAPPY PODSGIVING!!! This episode is full of thankfulness, holiday shopping guides, and a large amount of conversation about $4000 candles. We certainly hope you enjoy, and we're so thankful for each and every one of our listeners! Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving, and holiday season! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personal...
5.28 - Bella Hadid’s Fake French Accent with GQ's Rachel Tashjian (@theprophetpizza) 23.11.2021 1:30:11
We're BACK with a brand new guest episode! This week, we welcome GQ's fashion critic, Rachel Tashjian (@theprophetpizza) onto the pod! Listen in as we talk with Rachel about the golden era of HBA, if Supreme is still cool, and if everyone at GQ listens to PoK. Thank you so much to Rachel for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening! If you'd like to hear more, check out patr...
5.27 - PATREON PREVIEW: Return of the OG with @geocasket 18.11.2021 15:00
We're BACK with another Patreon episode! This week, we welcome our ORIGINAL pod guest back onto the pod, Theo of @geocasket! Listen in as we catch up with Theo, talk about Rick's page telling him to remove posts, and more! Thank you so much to Theo for joining us, thank you to our Patrons for subscribing, and thank you everyone for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider...
5.26 - The Worst Decade in Fashion 16.11.2021 2:02:04
We're back in action with a classic boys episode! Listen in for some top tier banter with John and Sol. Thank you so much to 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 of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don’t fo...
5.25 - Getting Raf to Sign Your Shoes with Footwear Designer @evanbelforti 11.11.2021 1:44:21
We're BACK with a slapper guest episode, featuring footwear designer Evan Belforti (@evanbelforti)! Listen in as we talk with Evan about his start with sneakers, the snack situation at Reebok HQ, not growing up as a sneakerhead, and MORE! Thank you so much to Evan for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening! Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion,...
5.24 - PATREON PREVIEW: Pair of Kings Hoops Mixtape 09.11.2021 15:00
We're back like we never left (sorry about the missed episode lol) with a BANGER of banter filled convo. Listen in as Sol and John discuss an hour and a half of what's going on in the world, and in our worlds. Thank you to everyone for listening, to our patrons for supporting, and we wish everyone the absolute best! If you like what you heard, please consider joining the Patreon! Sol Tho...
5.23 - Chrome Hearts Harry Potter 02.11.2021 1:52:09
We're back with a classic King's episode! Listen in this week and John and Sol talk about Halloween costumes throughout the years, our favorite era of Kanye masks, and much more! Thank you so much to 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...
5.22 - Vibram Five Fingers 5ever with @julian_wc 29.10.2021 1:45:11
We're BACK with another slapper guest episode! This week, we're joined by TikTok fashion legend, DIY King, and all around great guy, Julian Carter (@julian_wc on IG, @juulian.c on TikTok)! Listen in as we talk with Julian about fashion in the engineering world, cropping every top, and more! Thanks so much for Julian for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening! Sol Thompson and M...
5.21 - PATREON PREVIEW: JUMPSCARE PODCAST 27.10.2021 15:00
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE! We're back with our spookiest Patreon episode yet! Listen in for a classic King's episode, but this time featuring mind boggling jumpscares of John and Sol randomly screaming! Thank you everyone for listening, and thank you to our patrons for supporting! If you'd like to join the Patreon, go to patreon.com/pairofkingspodcast. Have a safe and Happy Halloween...
5.20.5 - PATREON PREVIEW: LEAGUE TALK 2021 21.10.2021 15:00
We're BACK with an impromptu boys episode! It's a certified banter classic, featuring all sorts of goofs from John and Sol. Thank you so much for listening! If you'd like to hear more, check out the Patreon! 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 fas...
5.20 - Full Rick to a Baby Shower 19.10.2021 2:06:57
We're back!!! Listen in this week as John and Sol talk about if we believe in Bigfoot, our least favorite clothing materials, talking fashion on first dates, and more! Thank you so much to 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 of the fashion...
5.19 - The Geobasket Method with @_smithstagram 12.10.2021 1:47:48
We're BACK with a slapper guest episode! This week we're joined by Michael Smith, an absolutely wonderful guy with some absolutely wonderful fits. Listen in as we talk with Michael about meeting his girlfriend through a Rick Owens fanpage, accidentally getting $200 off of his first pair of Geobaskets, and more! Thank you so much to Michael for joining us, and thank you everyone for liste...
5.18 - PATREON PREVIEW: Steel Toed Guidis with @jcksncrea and @dayona.jones 07.10.2021 15:00
We're BACK with another slapper Patreon episode! This week, we're joined by pod veteran Jackson Crea (@jcksncrea) and pod newcomer Day Jones (@dayona.jones)! Listen in as we talk about everything from life in college to cosplaying as Ninja! Thank you so much to Jackson and Day for joining us, and thank you everyone for listening! Subscribe to the Patreon for more episodes EVERY WEEK! Sol...
5.17 - Swimming a Mile in Kiss Boots 06.10.2021 1:46:52
We're BACK after a slight delay (thanks IG), with a brand new episode! We hope it's worth the wait, and thank you so much to 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 of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don...
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