The SoleSavy Podcast

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 collaboration16:59 What kind of impact did Kobe have on the game of basketball?21:42 Is there any new silhouette that catches your eye?

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 Chang7:21 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 initially launched?10:20 Why the name Commonace? 13:43 How do you balance your friendship and working together as partners?16:08 How do you both navigate being a voice and vessel for the female market and making sure that you are creating a space for all women and not just some?19:35 You’ve been conducting surveys this past year, are there any findings that have surprised you?22:39 Romy, you jumped from the tech industry to the footwear industry. What spurred that for you and how have you navigated them?25:39 Sophia, you worked for Jeff Staple as a project manager for Staple Design. Can you tell us a little bit about that and how you originally connected with Jeff?33:42 Is there an experience that you had that stood out to you the most to drive you to create Commonace and fill this void in the industry?36:12 Sophia, in 2014 you released your “brooklynite” collection with Puma. How did it feel as a collector to have that moment and what was the creative process like for you?40:17 Recently this year you both hosted the first-ever livestream Nike has done on SNKRS for Air Max Day. What did it feel like to make history on one of the most important holidays in sneakers?45:29 A sneaker collection can be as unique as a fingerprint, what’s the biggest difference between your collections?46:46 What are some different ways you have been able to clear out your sneaker collections without resorting to resale methods?48:51 How would you describe one another by referencing only one sneaker?

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 ups his game?2:17 What was Steph Curry looking for in a shoe?4:27 How did you accomplish "court feel" need without the traditional approach?11:08 What was Tom Luedecke's approach to designing the Curry 8?13:59 How did you make this shoe accessible to the “everyman” wanting to get better?15:44 Community Question: What’s the most out-there thing that Steph has asked you to incorporate into a sneaker?16:24 Community Question: Working on the Curry line, is there a consistent theme or story you are trying to tell through the series?17:37 Community Question: What's in store for the Curry 10?18:14 Community Question: How much does casual wear play into designing the Curry 8?20:07 How does the Curry 8 launch the Curry Brand and what people can expect from the Curry Brand moving forward?

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 be your livelihood?3:58 What is the coolest part of being a part of the Jordan Brand family and what are you looking forward to the most?5:29 Are you a big sneakerhead?6:07 What are some of your favorite sneakers?6:57 How do you get sneakers out in Manila?8:10 What was your relationship with Kobe Bryant?11:07 Tell us about the landscape of sport in the Philippines12:55 Tell us about the experience from playing in the southeast Asia games to now playing in America14:50 Anyone in particular that taught you a lot while playing in the US?15:39 Any pros that we know, that you got to share a court with?16:42 What do you think it will take to elevate Philippine basketball?19:21 Do you want to take another shot of playing in the NBA?21:30 What do you think of the future of Filipinos in the NBA?24:14 What is your ultimate goal with Jordan brand? 

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 the most?8:40 What was it about Andre Aggasi the inspired you the most?12:27 What sneaker designs by Wilson Smith have impacted you the most?13:54 Is there a shoe from your past that still eludes you to this day?17:11 How do you feel the sneaker industry has changed because of social media?21:42 What do you think about shoes that would hit the sale rack in the 90’s but now are reselling for high amounts?26:52 What collaboration do you wish would’ve happened in the 90’s?28:01 What was it like writing for Eastbay?29:58 What writer inspired you to start writing your own stories?31:25 What was it like to write for Complex Sneaker of the Year book?36:59 How many retro’s do you have versus new silhouettes?38:14 Which retro are you waiting on that hasn’t happened?39:07 Which Adidas silhouettes would you wear?41:34 What should we expect next from you?42:56 Is there a Nike Story we don’t know, but we all should?

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 to have your own PE with Converse?9:38 What story do you want to tell with this PE’s colorway?12:32 How are you feeling right now as the NBA season comes to an end?16:06 When did you start getting a love for sneakers?19:32 What does getting a Converse PE mean for you?

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?7:12 Why did you decide to write a book?9:48 What’s your take on Nike's recent lawsuits against custom sneakers?13:12 Why did Nike sue Warren Lotas but not the Shoe Surgeon?15:58 What is Sneaker Law for the classroom all about?18:05 What was it like to publish a book?22:08 Where we can buy the book?

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?19:34 Do you think female sneakerheads have more to prove than male sneakerheads?23:10 If you could only wear one silhouette for the rest of your life what would it be?28:51 Has your career played a part in what kind of sneakers you like?32:52 If you could have any athletes sneaker collection and why?41:53 What do you think the female impact on the sneaker game will hold in the future?45:08 What female sneaker drops have been the most influential?49:43 Do you have a guilty pleasure cop?

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 Introductions1:57 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 What was making Life at Complex like?19:05 What moments stand out from your time at Complex?22:05 What are you looking forward to most being with SoleSavy?23:27 Why did you want to join the SoleSavy Team?26:00 What do you love and appreciate about  sneaker culture? 

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 Release2:10 How did they cater to this being women’s release?8:48 How technical would it be to set up a release like this?11:05 hall of fame sneaker releases14:53 Sneaker Drop delays18:10 World Wide Release Date for A Ma Maniére x Jordan 3