The SoleSavy Podcast

On today's episode, Marco gets the inside info on the latest Air Jordan model the Jordan 36 with Jordan Brand designer Tate Kuerbis, find out about the newest tech, how Michael Jordan felt when he first touched this model, why fashion is coming second in this model and so much more! 1:06 What does it feel like to have a shoe you designed help the U.S. win an Olympic gold medal? 1:36 How long does...

On today's podcast, DP sits down with GianFranc Ciarmela to discuss his recent feature article, "How We Got Here: A Dive into the World of Replica Sneakers". From why people buy fake sneakers over authentic, how the TikTok generation views replicas, and a live legit check. 0:52 Breaking down Fake Sneaker Culture 14:08 Has your stance changed on replica sneakers? 18:25 Tell us more about fake sneak...

On today's podcast, Marco sits down with Jeff Harris, Jordan brand employee to talk all about Jeff's Shoe Challenge, his advice if you want to get into the sneaker industry, how you can get involved and so much more! 1:00 Introduction to Jeff’s Shoe Challenge 3:55 What was the first shoe that got you excited about sneakers? 5:15 What was the reception like to the shoe challenge? 8:00 What made you...

On today's podcast, Marco sits down with Modern Notoriety founder Oscar Castillo, to talk all about his love of Chicago, reminiscing about the sneaker blog glory days, how Marco has a long-lost connection with Oscar and so much more! 1:03 Introduction 2:43 What’s your origin story with sneakers? 7:31 What made you decide to create your own blog? 11:43 What do you think of Chicago being the sneaker...

Today we are joined by Tyler Mansour, Senior Photographer at Kith and the man behind the lens of footwear's most iconic shots also known as Arab Lincoln, the shoelace whisperer 0:47 Where are you from originally and what’s your journey with footwear? 32:27 Do you have a personal favorite project or a moment you will never forget while working at Kith? 36:12 How do you continue to challenge and evo...

On today's episode, Solesavy Team member Luis Torres sits down with Mike Wright, co-host of Fantasy Footballers podcast to discuss his love of Nike SB sneakers, how many times he's hit on SNKRS, what's his holy grail, and much more!  0:54 Tell us about what Fantasy Footballers podcast is all about 2:30 What is the origin story of the Fantasy Footballers? 9:08 What keeps you going every year? 14:47...

On today's podcast, Marco is joined by SoleSavy Community leader Toriq Ahmed, sneaker journalist Ian Stonebrook and former Def Jam Social Media Manager and current Bleacher Report Social Programming Manager Ala'a Eewshah. The four of them share reactions from Kanye West’s live DONDA listening event including the style, features and highly talked about rollout of the new album. 0:41 Introductions 2...

On this episode of the pod, DP has Cassius Stanley in to talk all about his passion for sneakers, what collabs he's excited for with team Puma, what being in the dunk contest is like and so much more!   0:16 What have you been doing during the off-season? 1:10 What is your origin story with sneakers? 2:20 What was the sneaker scene like in high school? 3:18 How long have you been with Puma and wha...

On today's podcast, DP, Ian, and Marco all sit down to discuss Space Jam: A New Legacy, their review of the film, why they think you shouldn't be so critical of it, what other NBA star they would've wanted to see in the film and so much more! 0:55 Space Jam (1996) Review 5:24 Reactions to Space Jam: A New Legacy 30:22 Who would you choose for your Space Jam team? 33:52 If Space Jam 2 with Michael...

Today we are joined by Noah Thomas, Fashion Editor, Consultant, Host, and one of the leaders of the Mulement #muleboyz 0:29 Introduction to Noah Thomas 5:31 Tell us about your relationship with sneakers 8:27 What was your experience like with The Dropcast podcast? 9:43 What do you think would’ve happened if you stuck with school?  10:53 What was the most memorable interview on the Dropcast? 12:31...

On today's podcast, DP is back! Chopping it up with Jake Biggs & P.J. Worsfold from Size? Canada, finding out what it's like to expand the iconic sneaker store into North America, what heat is expected to drop this summer, what they are most excited for and so much more! 0:30 Introduction to Size? Team 0:58 History of Size? 2:51 Why did Size? choose to open a store in Canada? 3:34 Where in Toronto...

On today's episode, L is joined by Jason Markk, Founder of Jason Markk Premium shoe care, keeping our toe boxes clean since 2007.  0:30 Tell us about your journey and what led to these shoe care products 2:58 When did your love for sneakers start? 4:55 What were some of the responses you would get when you would perform your research on cleaning products and techniques? 8:29 Was the original name...

On today's episode, Marco is joined by pro soccer player Zarek Valentin to talk all about his favorite soccer boots, how he got his hands on unreleased Off-White MCA AF1's, what he loves about the SoleSavy Community and so much more! 0:37 What is your sneaker origin story? 3:28 What are some of the iconic soccer boots? 6:04 What are some of your go-to soccer boots? 8:01 How was it being a Nike ath...

On this episode of the podcast, Anna Bediones sits down to talk with celebrity barber, Vince Garcia all about how he ended up on HBO 'The Shop', what to do if your barber is out of town, his favorite shoe to cut in and so much more! 0:59 What’s on your feet today? 1:38 What’s your go to sneaker while cutting hair?  2:44 What is the biggest sneaker flex you’ve seen come into your shop? 3:47 Tell us...

Today we are joined by Alani Figueroa also known as Wuzg00d, she is an Instagram powerhouse,  streetwear tastemaker, and the Queen of color coordination with head-to-toe looks that inspire all your favorite brands' mood boards.   0:55 Introduction 1:58 When did your Instagram turn into a platform? 4:04 Why the handle "Wuzg00d"? 6:09 What was the experience like hosting Colorways & Toe boxes? 8:57...

On this episode, Toriq Ahmed sits down with sneaker legend, Bobbito Garcia to discuss sneaker culture, what Kobe's legacy is like on the game of basketball, his Nike collaboration and so much more! 2:08 How do you define the true meaning of sneaker culture? 6:39 Tell us about your Nike collaboration 16:59 What kind of impact did Kobe have on the game of basketball? 21:42 Is there any new silhouett...

Today we are joined by Romy Samuel and Sophia Chang, the founders of Commonace, the one-stop shop marketplace for women's sneakers. 0:29 Introduction to Romy Samuel and Sophia Chang 7:21 What similarities have you both been able to find within your journeys through footwear being from two completely different parts of the world? 8:26 Commonace was founded in 2018, what was it like when you initial...

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Ian Stonebrook sits down with Clay Dean, Chief Innovation Officer at Under Armour to talk about the most recent release from Steph Curry's line the Curry 8's, breaks down what Steph challenged the design team to accomplish with them, where the Curry brand is going and so much more! 0:42 What was it like to be challenged by Steph curry to make a shoe that up...

On today's episode, Anna Bediones sits down with Filipino Basketball star and latest Jordan Brand signee, Kiefer Ravena to discuss what his goal is with Jordan Brand, what it's like to be the first Filipino signed, his favorite sneakers and much more!   1:27 What does it mean to you to be signed to Jordan Brand and the first Filipino to be signed? 2:57 Did you know early on that pro sports would b...

Today we are joined by Drew Hammell, historian of the culture and the master behind your favorite sneakerhead's favorite Instagram, NikeStories.    0:31 How did you end up doing what you are doing today? 1:47 Do you remember the first pair of Nike’s you ever got? 3:55 When did Nike Stories really start? 6:00 What was the process to develop the content for the page? 6:53 What Nike Story impacts you...

On today's episode, Marco Henry sits down with NBA All-Star Draymond Green to talk all about his brand new Converse PE sneakers that will debut during the NBA playoffs, why he is so excited about his move to Converse, all about his love for sneakers and so much more!   0:47 Why did you want to move to Converse? 4:50 What are some of your memorable debuts/campaigns for Nike? 7:15 How does it feel t...

Today we take a deep dive into Sneaker Law! DP is joined by Kenneth Anand and Jared Goldstein, authors of "Sneaker Law" a book designed to show the business and legal side of the sneaker industry, to discuss Nike's recent lawsuits against MSCHF x Lil Nas X, why they wanted to write this book, why you should read it and so much more! 0:28 Introductions  5:43 What was it like working with Kanye West...

What's up everyone, welcome back to Triple Stitch! Today we are joined by none other than Justine Brown, host, social producer, and sneaker connoisseur. 2:02 How did the love of sneakers begin for you? 4:10 What was the first sneaker that you loved? 7:40 What was your journey like to what you are doing today? 12:52 What is one of the most heartbreaking L’s you’ve taken when it comes to footwear?19...

Introducing the newest member of the SoleSavy Team, Tony Mui! On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP talks with Tony all about his new role on the team, what life was really like at Complex, what you can expect with Tony on the team and so much more! 0:28 Introductions 1:57 How did you first get into sneakers? 6:36 What was it like being an actor? 11:18 How did you get a job at Complex? 13:11...

In today's episode, DP and Justin sit back and admire the flawlessness of A Ma Maniére x Jordan 3 sneaker release, how it stacked up to Trophy Room's Disaster Drop, where it ranks on the list of best ever sneaker release methods and so much more! 0:48 Trophy Room x Jordan 1 Release vs A Ma Maniére Jordan 3 Release 2:10 How did they cater to this being women’s release? 8:48 How technical would it b...