E986: StockX Co-founder Josh Luber is building a stock market for things, shares insights on the two cultural shifts that brought sneaker culture mainstream, attracting Mark Wahlberg, Eminem & Steve Aoki to invest along with Google Ventures & Marc Benioff & growing a unicorn out of a sneaker-data si
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Sneaker Culture and Its Financial Impact
This chapter explores the intricate world of sneaker culture, emphasizing its financial ramifications, particularly with iconic collaborations like Air Jordans and Off-White sneakers that command astronomical prices. The speakers analyze the dynamics of supply and demand while sharing personal anecdotes about forging connections with celebrity investors and co-founding a sneaker stock market. Additionally, they touch on the intersection of fashion, art, and culture in shaping contemporary sneaker designs and their broader significance.
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