The SoleSavy Podcast
SoleSavy
Getting sneakers onto the feet of people who love them most, one drop at a time.
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Oct 28, 2020 • 41min
Episode #30 - The Making of the SS1 Custom Sneaker
On this episode, DP is joined by Rich Franklin of Garrixon to discuss how the SS1 came to be, from buying 300 pairs of Jordan 1 lows to deconstructing them, Rich explains in the ins and outs of making a custom shoe.
Oct 15, 2020 • 20min
Episode #29 - Nike's Direct to Consumer Strategy
On this episode, DP grabs Justin for a quick chat about Nike's direct to consumer strategy and how that will change the way boutiques and sneakerheads get the most hyped sneakers.
Oct 7, 2020 • 22min
Episode #28 - Aglet App
On today's episode, DP is joined by Azeem Khan to discuss the new iOS app called Aglet, created for sneakerheads,0:52 What is Aglet?4:13 Where did the original idea come from?10:12 Do the virtual sneaker drops mirror real-life shoe drops?13:33 Why would I want to play this game?17:45 What's next for Aglet?
Oct 1, 2020 • 38min
Episode #27 - Netflix Launches “Sneakerheads” Show
On today's episode, DP is joined by Alex Wong to dissect "Sneakerheads" a brand new show on Netflix about two sneakerheads in LA! Listen as they share what the think of the show, how it could improve, and what it does right in the quest for White Cement 4's.
Sep 28, 2020 • 39min
Episode #26 - New Balance Success in 2020
On this episode DP is joined by Maurice to discuss everything New Balance, from collabs to resell, 327 to 992, and which model your first New Balance should be!1:20 When did you get into New Balance?6:11 New Balance Collabs12:07 A new player in the sneaker industry21:11 Can NB fulfill the demand or will resell just grow?31:02 Final Thoughts32:24 What should my first pair of New Balance be?34:51 New Balance 327 Model
Sep 22, 2020 • 33min
Episode #25 - Fragment x Jordan, Yeezy, and New Balance
On today's episode, DP and Justin discuss the insane price drop of the Fragment x Jordan 3s, the real flop of the weekend, how New Balance is deciding stock for upcoming collabs, and much more!1:00 Fragment 3 Market Crash12:40 Yeezy 380 “Pepper” Flop25:49 New Balance 997 x Bodega “Better Days"
Sep 17, 2020 • 1h 14min
Episode #24 - Alex and Russ on the NBA Playoffs
Join Alex Wong and Russ Bengtson as they recap the NBA Bubble Playoffs Second Round, potential trades they see that would benefit teams, and predictions for the NBA Finals.3:03 LA Clippers Failure14:15 Lakers vs Nuggets25:29 Potential Trades 39:52 Boston Celtics Recap47:58 Miami Heat v Boston Celtics55:50 Sneaker Releases
Sep 9, 2020 • 22min
Episode #23 - Loyalty Programs, VIPs and Resellers
The discussion dives into the impact of VIP and brand loyalty programs in sneaker culture. It highlights how these initiatives help real customers get access while sidelining bots and resellers. Insights reveal the balance between exclusivity and inclusivity, particularly with the Metacom Dunks case. Challenges faced by smaller retailers are explored, emphasizing the need for fairer practices. The transformation in loyalty strategies by brands like Kith is analyzed, focusing on fostering genuine customer relationships in the evolving retail landscape.
Sep 1, 2020 • 23min
Episode #22 - Union's Successful Drop vs Bots
On this week's episode DP and Justin recap Union's x Jordan 4 drop from this past weekend, what went right, what went wrong, and is there still hope if you took an L?0:29 Union Jordan 4 Release Breakdown2:55 Why was Union’s drop so successful?8:36 Worldwide Union x Jordan Release Date13:25 What about limiting customers to one shoe style?15:50 That feeling of copping18:17 Shout out to SoleSavy and sneaker culture
Aug 25, 2020 • 18min
Episode #21 - Union x Jordan
Justin and DP discuss one of the major sneaker release of this year - Union x Jordan 4, make some predictions and discuss if the AJ4 will this rise to the same hype as Union's Jordan 1 release.
