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When your resume includes coveted classics like the Nike SB “Crawfish” Dunk and the “Cafe Du Monde” Saucony, you really don’t need an introduction...but it’s good for the algorithms so we’ll do it anyway. Pick any point in recent years of Louisiana sneaker history and you’re likely to discover that he had a hand in it. Whether it’s as identifiable as leading the design on an apparel collection or...

This week in the world of sneakers, we talk about Billie Eilish’s upcoming collab with Jordan Brand on the AJ1KO, leaks of the Travis Scott Air Max 1, first looks at the anticipated “The 50” collection of dunks from Off White x Nike, and the monthly sneaker subscription service from KYX World. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe t...

In this episode, we discuss what a "grail" is, what makes a sneaker a grail for us, and our top 3 grails of all time.

These days, everyone wants to be a renaissance man, but this week’s guest is one of the few that can say they’ve actually lived it. For more than a decade, Cody Duet has been cultivating and curating his vision of style in southern Louisiana. From his beginnings working the sales floor at sneaker boutique Pivot Foot to building his own brand, likesushi, Cody has had his hands in nearly every aspec...

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" series, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in April and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in May. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode artwork by Houston Dragna. Music by...

Instagram: @shoepodcast   Patreon: patreon.com/shoepodcast Web: shoepodcast.com   Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode artwork by Houston Dragna. Music by JohnnyBgood.

Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode artwork by Houston Dragna. Music by JohnnyBgood.

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" series, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in March and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in April. Instagram: @shoepodcast   Patreon: patreon.com/shoepodcast Web: shoepodcast.com   Episode artwork by Houston Dragna. Music by JohnnyBgood.

While you may not know this week’s guest by name or face, you’ve definitely seen his work. Whether it’s creating the perfect environment to tell the story of a sneaker or capturing the energy of southern culture through his own lens, Adam Vo has spent the last few years exercising his talent at Louisiana-based sneaker boutique, Politics. In this episode, we sat down with Adam to find out how he go...

In this bonus episode, we talk about Golden Tickets on the Adidas Confirmed app and the upcoming SouthxSneakers virtual event. Instagram: @shoepodcast   Patreon: patreon.com/shoepodcast Web: shoepodcast.com   Episode artwork property of Adidas. Music by JohnnyBgood.

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" episodes, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in February and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in March. We also discuss Entree the Giant, being rude to a waiter, AND the results of our February Sneaker Challenge. Instagram: @shoepodcast   Patreon: patreon.com/shoepodcast Web: shoepodcast....

What started as a crayon sketch turned into a slipper revolution. For the past three years, Leandoers has been in pursuit of creating a better solution for staying comfortable in style while also becoming inclusive to an underserved market. While many would be content with a successful product launch (much less two), this young company is eager to continue evolving and improving on their proven bu...

A couple days behind schedule due to the winter storm passing through the US, we threw together a quick SOS update to cover some of the latest topics: the controversy behind the Trophy Room Jordan 1's, the story behind the hype of McDonald's Pokemon cards, and more. Instagram: @shoepodcast   Patreon: patreon.com/shoepodcast Web: shoepodcast.com   Subscribe to the show wherever you listen...

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" episodes, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in January and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in February. We also discuss handling vinyl, gym rats, AND sending risky texts. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the show...

Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode photography by Houston Dragna. Music by JohnnyBgood.

For this game show style episode, we gathered a list of topics and challenged each other to decide if each topic was “cool” or “cringe.” In this episode: mixing brands, asking the internet’s opinion, Warren Lotas’s latest designs, and Yeezy 350 infinity laces. If you like what you hear and want to support the show, you can sign up at patreon.com/shoepodcast . Make sure to follow us on Instagram @s...

VIDEO EPISODE: If you’d rather watch the video of this episode, head over to our YouTube channel to check it out. You can find our YouTube channel at the top of our website at www.shoepodcast.com . To those of you that have been listening to the show for a while, our first ever interview guest should come as no surprise. To those of you who are new here, buckle up for the time of your life as we i...

It's a new year and we are excited to announce the launch of Season 3 of State of the Shoenion. In addition to all of the awesomeness you expect from State of the Shoenion, we are also going to have video episodes, interviews, a monthly zine, merch, and a Patreon so you can sign up to support the show. All of this will be launching in the next couple of weeks so keep your eyes out for more in...

Because we both love sneakers so much and because there have been so many memorable sneakers to release this year, we don’t want to just put out a consolidated “Top 10 Sneakers of the Year” list. Instead, we’re going to break this out into a few different categories to declare the best and worst sneakers of 2020. In this episode, we cover: best retro, biggest disappointment, favorite shoe you got...

Because we both love sneakers so much and because there have been so many memorable sneakers to release this year, we don’t want to just put out a consolidated “Top 10 Sneakers of the Year” list. Instead, we’re going to break this out into a few different categories to declare the best and worst sneakers of 2020. In this episode, the four sub-categories we cover are: most over hyped, most slept on...

The holidays are right around the corner, but do you have your festive footwear ready to go? If not, don't worry because your boys are back to guide your sleigh through the night with our list of the best Christmas sneakers. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Ever wondered where to find this shop called "Backdoor" that your friend always gets their shoes from? Why does "hyperstrike" sound like a move in a Pokemon game? If you're looking to learn more about the terminology used in sneaker culture, then this episode is for you. In our "Sneaker Dictionary" series, we provide insight and definitions on some of the most co...

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" episodes, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in November and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in December. We also discuss Augustus Gloop, being Jay Z, and the Green Bay Packers. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the...

For this game show style episode, we gathered a list of topics and challenged each other to decide if each topic was “cool” or “cringe.” In this episode: wearing sneakers without socks, e-sports sneakers, and shop policies (selling shoes without the box, making you wear the shoes out, etc.) Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to t...

In this monthly installment of our "Rewind / Fastforward" episodes, we look back at our favorite sneakers to release in October and discuss the sneakers we're looking forward to coming out in November. We also discuss football, fighting kids, and John Mayer going country. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @shoepodcast and check us out online at shoepodcast.com . Subscribe to the s...