In this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Mike and Andy Dutton, aka AD Sneaks, discuss the intersection of sneaker culture, photography, and education. They explore personal sneaker choices, current trends in the sneaker market, and the impact of collaborations on sneaker design. Andy shares insights from his experience as a teacher, emphasizing the importance … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Mike interviews Rockwell Princely, the designer behind the independent sneaker brand No Two Ways. They discuss the brand’s journey over the past four years, the cultural differences in sneaker communities, and the importance of consumer psychology in design. Rockwell shares insights into the design philosophy behind their … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Robbie and Mike discuss the latest sneaker news, their current sneaker rotations, and the impact of weather on sneaker choices. They delve into the popularity of Crocs, share their vacation sneaker experiences, and critically analyze the Adidas and Bad Bunny collaboration, as well as the Fear of … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, host Rohit Malhotra welcomes author Mirin Fader to discuss her new book on Hakeem Olajuwon. They explore Hakeem’s journey from soccer to basketball, his spiritual transformation, and the community that supported him. Mirin shares insights into Hakeem’s marketability, legacy, and his role as a mentor for the … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Nick, Rohit, and Robbie discuss the retirement of Derrick Rose, reflecting on his legacy in basketball and sneaker culture. They explore the impact of Rose’s career on adidas and the sneaker industry, as well as the cultural significance of his persona. The conversation shifts to the Oakland … Read more
This episode is from the Cars and Kicks Show with Nick Engvall, Jacques Slade, and Erik Valdez. If you enjoy the episode, you can find more at https://carsxkicks.com Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza Early Access and Exclusive Videos On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/sneakerhistory —–––– Check out our other shows: —–––– For the Formula … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Nick, Mike, and Robbie discuss the recent departure of Nike CEO John Donahoe and its implications for the sneaker industry. They explore the current state of sneaker culture, personal sneaker picks, and the evolving dynamics of retail and consumer behavior. The conversation also touches on the competition … Read more
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, host Mike interviews Brandon Brubaker, co-owner of Clearweather, who shares his journey from working with iconic brands like Vans and Converse to launching his own footwear brand. Brandon discusses his early love for sneakers, pivotal career moments, and the philosophy behind Clearweather’s designs, emphasizing quality materials and … Read more
In this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Nick and Mike discuss their recent experiences in the sneaker community, including events at Nike campus and the importance of community engagement. They reflect on the evolution of sneaker design, the resurgence of performance basketball shoes, and the shifting trends among youth consumers. The conversation also touches … Read more