The Sneaker Dads Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Fresh off Air Max Day, Teko & McFlei kick things off with a quick recap of the live experience at Burn Rubber Detroit. The energy, the pull-ups, the stories… all of it set the tone for where the culture is right now. From there, the fellas get into what’s coming next. The rumored Nigel Sylvester “Brick After Brick” Jordan 4 is already building buzz heading toward a possible Ma...

Send us Fan Mail This one was different. For Air Max Day, Teko & McFlei hit you with recording live in front of a studio audience while taking over Burn Rubber Detroit’s IG Live. Teko pulled up with what he calls a “quick 78 piece” Air Max collection, turning the space into a full-on experience. Sneakers on display, people pulling up in their favorite pairs, stories being shared, history being...

Send us Fan Mail First episode back for 2026 and yeah… we had to call this one The Fall Off . Not because we forgot about you, but needed that reset and WE BACK. Still, the love in the DMs never stopped and we felt it. So we’re back, locked in for Air Max Month. Teko & McFlei tap into where things stand so far in 2026, what’s already dropped, and what’s got their attention heading into spring....

Send us Fan Mail This week, Teko & McFlei lock in on the Top Sneakers of 2025. Jordan Brand and Nike might be hogging the spotlight again, but the fellas come through with some curveballs from New Balance, Reebok, and Adidas to keep things interesting. They break down their personal lists, why each pair made the cut, and what really stood out to them this year. And if you caught the IG Live, y...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Teko & McFlei are talking “G.O.A.T.S. & Grails” —those once-coveted sneakers from nearly 20 years ago that could’ve been worth a down payment on a house , now collecting dust on shelves below retail or moving for just a few hundred bucks instead of the thousands they once commanded. The fellas also give an update on how the streets responded to the ongoing Undef...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Teko & McFlei break down the upcoming Nike Air Jordan Retro 4 "Undefeated" launch and what those release-day lines might look like. Rumors are swirling that Jordan Brand could drop over 100k pairs—but will it really be that many? Time will tell. The Air Jordan 40 is still holding strong since its debut, and now the fellas talk about the exclusive EYBL (Eli...

Send us Fan Mail Teko & McFlei are back from a little summer break—because the streets missed us! This week, the fellas dive into how Nike Basketball is gearing up for a strong comeback heading into the WNBA All-Star Game and NBA Summer League stretch. They also salute Angel Reese , who’s making major moves as the cover athlete for NBA 2K26 , all while the world waits on her debut signature sn...

Send us Fan Mail Teko & McFlei are back cutting up and bringing the laughs as we roll into Father’s Day weekend ! This week, the fellas run through the latest and upcoming Jordan Brand releases for June and July, sharing what’s dope and what might be a pass. They also dive into the Puma x Salehe Bembury collab that brought us the Tyrese Haliburton signature sneaker , which made its debut durin...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Teko & McFlei tap in with their thoughts on the Air Jordan 4 White/Cement release, which had the streets split right down the middle. While some sizes are still floating around in select markets, the buzz wasn’t quite what many expected. Meanwhile, early hype around the upcoming Air Jordan 4 "Cave Stone" has some calling it the most sought-after non-retro...

Send us Fan Mail Teko & McFlei are back as May winds down , and they’re breaking down the final heat of the month’s sneaker releases. Jordan Brand isn’t letting up, dropping the highly anticipated White/Cement 4 Retro , a true cult classic—just in time to rebound from the slower-than-expected Travis Scott "Field Jaxx" release. The fellas also dive into the upcoming wave of Air Max 95...

Send us Fan Mail nternetz, the fellas are back at it—and the Month of May is shaping up to be a heavy hitter for your wallet, so get ready to come up out those pockets! Teko & McFlei recap the Corteiz "Honey Black" Air Max 95 release and how fans responded to the drop. Meanwhile, DJ Khaled sparks hype after being spotted in the upcoming Air Jordan 1 "Shattered Backboards" ,...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Teko & McFlei break down Jae Tips’ Jazz 9 release rollout , sharing their thoughts on how the weekend played out and the energy behind the drop. The fellas also talk about JD Sports’ ultra-limited release of the Air Max 95 Neon "Big Bubble" , which hit select shelves overseas and left U.S. fans watching from afar. Patta is stirring the pot again, with leak...

Send us Fan Mail The fellas are back and diving straight into a little sneaker March Madness that’s been heating up the month! The Nigel Sylvester "Brick by Brick" Air Jordan 4 is proving to be an instant street classic, and the Nike SB 4 isn’t letting off the gas either—keeping the momentum rolling strong post-Nigel drop. Nike’s also stepping into new territory with the reveal of their...

Send us Fan Mail Teko & McFlei are back, and the countdown is on! We’re just days away from the official Nigel Sylvester "Brick by Brick" Jordan 4 drop, and the guys have pairs in hand for an early review. But the heat doesn’t stop there—right around the corner is the Jordan Retro 4 "SB" in White/Navy , dropping March 18th at local skate shops, with rumors of a wider Jordan...

Send us Fan Mail Spring is almost here, and Teko and McFlei are ready to jump right into the latest sneaker news and recaps. They wrap up February by breaking down the biggest sneaker successes—and the epic fails. The Air Max 1 & Dot Swoosh release could have been a hit, but the guys discuss how it ended up going sideways. In more shocking news, another sneaker heist hits the headlines as a ca...

Send us Fan Mail Teko and McFlei break down the electric energy from NBA All-Star Weekend, sharing all the insider details on the sneaker scene that lit up the event. Nike and Jordan pulled out all the stops with a few surprises for attendees—including an early drop of the Nike SB x Jordan Retro 4 collaboration, the eye-catching Jordan Retro 5 "Grapes," and an unexpected shock drop of Wh...

Send us Fan Mail This week, the sneaker world is on fire! We kick things off with the fallout from the Yeezy.com debacle—shut down in less than 48 hours after a Super Bowl ad directed traffic to a controversial symbol printed on a  plain white tee with. Then, catch the buzz as Serena Williams Crip-Walks in the A Ma Maniere x Converse collab at the Super Bowl. The drama continues with the Jordan Re...

Send us Fan Mail Air Jordan marketing is still killing it, and this week we break down all the latest moves. From select stores in Asia and Europe getting exclusive drops of the Bred 85’s to Jordan Brand expanding its lineup with toddler sizing, there’s plenty to talk about. We also dive into the  campus scene, where Nike employees are even getting sneaker citations for rocking Jordan 1 Retro’s—al...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sneaker Dads Podcast : The fellas spotlight Jae Tips and his soon-to-be-released “I Love You, But I’m Busy” Jazz 9 sneaker, while Infinite Archives joins forces with Jordan Brand for a purple twist on the Air Jordan 17 Low . They also weigh in on the high-fashion vibes (and mixed reviews) surrounding the Pharrell x LV  giving off Nike “Cortez,” vibes  and discuss...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sneaker Dads Podcast : Teko and McFlei celebrate making it through the first week of the new year without scooping up any new kicks (for now). The fellas dive into the returning Nike For You platform, now featuring fresh Air Max 1 color and material options plus a new UX layout that’s got Air Max 1 heads buzzing. They also preview January’s upcoming releases , inc...

Send us Fan Mail Teko and McFlei close out the year with a bang, unveiling their top 10 sneakers of 2024 in a definitive final list that you don't want to sleep on. They break down each pick from No. 10 all the way to No. 1, sharing personal takes and stories along the way. Plus, hear about Teko’s first time in almost a decade waiting in line for the Wizard of Oz Nike SB  release—where he met...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s show, Teko shares his experience at MSX (Michigan Sneaker Exchange) —his first sneaker event appearance in nearly a decade—and breaks down the highs, lows, and surprises. Meanwhile, the official Wizard of Oz x Nike SB collaboration has dropped, but McFlei isn’t exactly feeling the magic. The duo also looks ahead to 2025 , dishing out budgeting tips and release strat...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sneaker Dads Podcast , Teko and McFlei weigh in on the recent Complex Sneaker of the Year Panel, calling out the lack of energy and dull vibe that left many feeling uninspired. The guys brainstorm what they’d do differently next time—think more engaging guests, a livelier setting, and a format that actually celebrates the culture instead of putting people to sleep...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sneaker Dads Podcast , Teko and McFlei talk about what it’s like to be Nick Maddox—Anthony Edwards’ best friend—who just got blessed with his very own colorway in the AE1 Low sneaker. Talk about friendship goals! They also cover Nike’s recent drop of the Zoom Spiridon x Fragment collaboration, while SoleFly stirs the pot with their Jordan 12 "Cafesito" r...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sneaker Dads Podcast , Teko and McFlei dive into a wild story from California where a heist near the Mojave Desert almost saw thieves make off with 900 pairs of Air Jordan 11 Legend Blue , valued at over $200,000. What went down, and how did the authorities step in to stop it? The guys also unpack the shock drop frenzy that’s been lighting up the sneaker world thi...