The SoleSavy Podcast

Timestamps0:58 What is your opinion on raffles for sneaker releases?15:27 What about unlocking raffles when you buy something else inline?19:50 Are raffles limiting foot traffic to stores?24:18 What are the positives to online raffles?40:46 What’s the best shoe you’ve ever won via raffle?

0:45 Introductions1:20 What is Swoosh.Nike?2:31 How did you get involved in Swoosh.NIke?8:12 What happens after you win the contest?15:50 What’s next for the Swoosh.Nike sneakers?17:22 Any clarity you can add to the release method for this sneaker?

6:26 Who were your favorite characters?11:20 Were you expecting sneaker-head moments?16:37 What was your favorite scene?21;25 What were your thoughts on the portrayal of Mrs. Jordan pushing for the deal?27:27 What were the biggest surprises for you guys?33:21 What sneaker story would you like to see on the big screen next?

Time stamps below: 1:14 Kith x Clarks x Adidas Collab Preorder Initial Reactions3:41 What is the current state of sneaker releases?11:47 What did the sneaker releases look like a few years ago?12:53 Member comments about Preorders15:39 What is the harm for brands to release more shoes via preorder?16:45 Thoughts on the ALD preorder from a couple of years ago?19:37 What are the pros and cons of preorders?21:35 What is the current state of inventory?31:14 What have you learned from the preorders since working with Garrixon studios?33:19 Can every brand do preorders?

On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP is joined by co-founder of Move Insoles, Nate Jones. They discuss how to make retros more comfortable, how to market a product that is rarely seen, and inspiring the future generation.0:51 Introduction to Move Insoles2:35 What made you want to get into this industry?7:05 How are you targeting the upcoming generation?15:39 Was there a moment when you realized this would work?22:44 Why are insoles so important?Learn more about Move here: https://move.one/

0:58 Introduction to The Better Generation3:52 Origins of The Better Generation (Getting PJ Tucker to say yes)10:35: Describing the physical retail space12:30 How have you handled the change in the market over the last couple of years?18:07 What’s been your favorite sneaker release?24:22: How Sneakers Are Perceived and Covered35:00: Is being unique no longer unique?41:22 Why do you go the extra mile to have such unique sneaker releases?Follow The Better Generation on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebettergeneration/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/TBGeneration

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Juan Hernandez is joined by graphic designer, photographer, and SoleSavy member Tony Huynh to discuss creating social content for the Orlando Magic, who the biggest sneakerhead on the team is, Summer League stories, and more.  Check out some of Tony's work here: https://www.instagram.com/tonyh2k/ To learn more about the SoleSavy Community and become a member make sure to check out https://solesavy.com/join/

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Marco Henry Negrete is joined by Juan Hernandez to discuss the upcoming Jordan Brand Summer '23 Lineup. The two go shoe by shoe to preview the collection, what goes into the Jordan Brand preview w/ insight from Marco's time at the brand, and talk about their favorite sneakers of the bunch.2:15 Initial Reactions to the Jordan Brand Preview4:35 What goes into the Jordan Brand preview?7:14 Air Jordan 1 High “Retro Green” - April Releases10:51 Air Jordan 13 “Black Flint”15:22 Air Jordan 3 “True Blue & Copper”19:35 Wmns Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Green”20:42 Air Jordan 11 Low “Cement Grey”22:08 Wmns Air Jordan 1 High “Washed Pink”23:55 Air Jordan 2 “White & Cement Grey” - May Releases26:08 Wmns Air Jordan 11 Low “Yellow Snakeskin”27:34 Air Jordan 5 “SE Craft”29:24 Air Jordan 6 “Toro Bravo”30:51 Air Jordan 4 “Thunder”33:22 Air Jordan 1 “Black and Smoke Grey” - June Releases34:35 Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Cement”35:53 Air Jordan 1 “Craft”37:18 Stand-Out Releases?

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, we have a special crossover episode with Chris from Weartesters. DP joins Chris to talk about the changing landscape of the sneaker industry, how it's never been a better time to be a true collector, shares tips on where to buy sneakers on drop day, and why there's new energy with legacy brands such as ASICS and Salomon.  Support WearTesters by following them on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WearTesters Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weartesters Instagram: https://instagram.com/WearTesters TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weartesters

On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP is joined by Steve Thomson, artist and co-founder of Happy Life Wood. Steve shares his story on how he went from 20+ years in marketing to a woodworking artist. He talks about how him and his son have grown the brand, what it was like having a zoom call with Pau Gasol, why Nike sent him a pair of Monarchs, and the work he put in to build a special piece for OHSU Doernbecher.Follow Happy Life Wood on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/happylifewood/