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My guest this week is Matthew Schnipper, former executive editor of Pitchfork, former editor-in-chief of The FADER, and a former editor at The Verge and GQ.Matthew and I discuss growing up sick and sad in the suburbs, naming his son after punk legend Henry Rollins, continuing to pursue a dream after rejection, and why he loves discovering and sharing new music.Check out Matthew's Newsletter DEEP VOICESNOTES(04:37) Naming His Son After Henry Rollins (article)(09:34) Teenage Jesus and the Jerks (band)(11:03) Man is the Bastard (band)(27:50) Jon Caramanica (Blamo! Interview)(36:12) RAP: Export (album review)(55:52) Akasha System (musician)(58:14) John Beltran (musician)**This episode is sponsored by ROWING BLAZERS use code: BLAMO for 10% off your order!**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

Everyone's favorite designer, Todd Snyder, returns to the pod.Todd and I chat about the ever-changing world of retail and how his business is evolving in our "new normal". We also discuss his collab with LL Bean, and why he loves partnering with other brands  **Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Dominic Ciambrone, the Shoe Surgeon.Dominic and I discuss mental health, making shoes for Justin Bieber, getting business advice from Guy Fieri, how mentors can change our lives and the power of empowering others.NOTES(02:40) Shoes for Justin Bieber(11:42) Guy Fieri’s sneaker obsession (video)(13:59) L7 weenie (video)(26:06) Bonnie and Will’s Shoe School(30:30) Michael Anthony(34:35) Brooklyn Shoe Space(47:55) Visvim(1:01:22) Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson **This episode is sponsored by Topper Jewelers and P. Johnson**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

My guest this week is Adam Goldberg, actor, director, photographer, and musician. Adam and I discuss suffering from “imposter syndrome,” the possibilities of storytelling on Instagram, the draw and downsides of social media, and how acting subsidizes the art he really loves.NOTES(00:19) Saving Private Ryan (trailer)(01:05) Adam Goldberg’s Instagram(05:31) Marc Maron and Albuquerque(07:43) The Goldberg Sisters(12:05) Andrew Lynch(13:50) Dionne Warwick’s “Don’t Make Me Over”(22:36) Adam Goldberg’s Twitter(25:21) “Leonardo da Vinci” by Walter Isaacson(31:04) Taken (TV series)(37:08) Adam Goldberg on Vine (article)(40:59) Midlake (band)(48:24) Untitled (movie)(56:43) RGT (i.e. Rogue Territory)(57:27) CLINCH**This episode is sponsored by Topper Jewelers -  Visit topperjewelers.com to shop, subscribe, and join Topper’s very own watch fam.**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

A while back, we started working on Jon Moy's podcast. The premise was simple...Just go off, King. I have learned so much from Moy over the years, from his reading lists, unintentional history lessons, and thought-provoking perspective on life. Consider me the president of the Moy fan club. We're still working on Moy's show but wanted to share with you some of the mad rants that are happening behind the walls. Follow Jon Moy on Instagram**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Saeed Ferguson, founder, and designer of ALL CAPS STUDIO.Saeed and I discuss his hometown pride, his evolving obsessions from video games to photography to streetwear to design, and his journey from documenting what was happening in his local culture to becoming a major emerging voice in creating it.NOTES(05:58) P’s & Q’s(07:50) Call of Duty: Warzone(15:30) 10 Deep, The Hundreds, Supreme, Mishka(24:15) Banana Republic(36:01) Antonio Ciongoli (Blamo! Extra Interview)(36:02) 18 East(36:22) Cameron Booth(44:54) Gucci(53:39) New Balance**’This episode is sponsored by P. Johnson  and Bespoke Post (enter code BLAMO for 20% off your first box)**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

David Coggins is always somewhere, fishing in Montana, traveling through Italy, on the road writing about adventure and the outdoors.But like many folks, quarantine hit, and he stopped. And after talking to him, it wasn’t easy, but he’s been finding the disconnect valuable.The hero of The Contender returns to the pod to discuss his life in quarantine, the solace of flying fishing and shares some new words of wisdom and patience in a time of unrest.It’s Blamo! Extra and David Coggins is Back!**The Contender - ObituariesCentral Division - The Voltron of ACL and David Coggins**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

Michael Williams of A Continuous Lean has been the first on many things, menswear blogs, the rebirth of Americana, the raw denim revolution, too much to keep up with...Now the great migration to newsletters.While there have been many blogs and mailing lists over the years, few have been able to speak the way Michael's A Continuous Lean has. I can never put my finger on it, but I always love it. It's relatable; it's honest, informative, and always surprising.Michael came back on the pod to discuss his evolution to newsletters, the future of menswear, the demise of Brooks Brothers, and why he's hopeful for New York City.It's Blamo! Extra and everyone's favorite, Michael Williams, is back.The first time Michael was on Blamo! (SEASON ONE BABY!) **Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

I've known Jake Grantham for nearly ten years, and it has been incredible to watch his rise.Originally from London, Jake moved to HK to join the first team at The Armoury. He met Alex Pirounis there, and they both eventually left to start their shop in London called Anglo Italian. If you want to hear more about that, I def encourage you to listen to Jake's first pod we did together.Since then, it's been an upward rise in this little world of menswear. From Anglo Italian's jeans to knits. They've nailed this classic/casual/chic aesthetic.Jake's a bit of an old soul, and while he has a keen eye for detail and aesthetics, he's done a fantastic job with retail and e-commerce. SO much that when lockdown hit, they were able to pivot quite well to online only.I reached out to Jake to check in and hear how quarantine has had him do some deep thinking. Jake and I discussed how their business evolved in quarantine, why he's anxious to visit the National Gallery, and what Anglo Italian is working for this fall.It's Blamo! Extra and Jake Grantham is back.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Scott Sternberg, founder, and designer of Entireworld.Scott and I discuss growing up in the midwest, why he was reluctant to consider himself a fashion designer, how films have influenced his work, and what it takes for a fashion brand to be a platform for an experience that goes beyond clothes.NOTES(00:40) Band of Outsiders(02:15) Uniqlo // Prada(09:10) Ralph Lauren(13:54) Jean-Luc Godard’s Band of Outsiders(19:25) J. Crew’s Emily Woods(27:37) Miu Miu Menswear(37:35) Thom Browne(50:54) Patagonia(51:20) Entireworld’s Factory Guidelines(56:50) Allbirds // Crocs // Yeezy(01:02:16) Supreme(01:04:09) Vans **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!