

The Complex Sneakers Podcast
Complex
On The Complex Sneakers Podcast. Joe La Puma, Matt Welty, and Upscale Vandal discuss the most important sneaker news and topics every week, and give their expert opinions that can only be told authentically from Complex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 19, 2020 • 1h 2min
How Jerry Lorenzo and Fear of God Reshaped the Sneaker Industry
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty, and this week they have the inimitable Jerry Lorenzo. They talk about his breakthrough in the Chicago fashion scene, his relationship with Nike and much, much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 2020 • 56min
How Joe Freshgoods Became the Voice of Chicago's Sneaker Culture
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty and this week they speak with Chicago native, Joe Freshgoods. They get into the history of streetwear & sneakers in Chicago, the numerous collabs he's part of, and why his city deserves more love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 5, 2020 • 54min
James Whitner Breaks Down Racism and Privilege in Sneakers
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty and this week they're joined by James Whitner, a veteran of the footwear industry, and owner of sneaker shops like Social Status, APB, Propser and Atlanta’s A Ma Maniere. They talk about the protests sweeping the nation, what the sneaker community can do to combat racism and much more.James Whitner’s Message to the Industry: A Social Media Post Condemning Racism Isn’t Enough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 29, 2020 • 58min
Jimmy Gorecki Responds to the Nike SB Hype
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty and this week they're joined by Jimmy Gorecki, professional skater and co-owner of Standard Issue Tees. They get into the old and new hype of Nike SB, skating with Pharrell's ICECREAM skate team and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 22, 2020 • 54min
Marcus Jordan Tells Michael Jordan Sneaker Stories
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty. This week they're joined by Marcus Jordan, Michael Jordan's youngest son, and sneaker retailer. They talk best moments of The Last Dance, memories of growing up in the Jordan household and, of course, lots of sneaker stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 15, 2020 • 1h 6min
Bobby Hundreds Tells Behind-the-Scenes Sneaker & Streetwear Stories
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty. This week they're joined by streetwear pioneer, Bobby Hundreds to talk about his latest Puma collab, why his business is doing better than ever, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 8, 2020 • 1h
Bobbito Garcia Explains the Birth of Sneaker Culture
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty. This week they have Bobbito Garcia whose contribution to sneaker culture is undeniable. He gets into the history of the Air Force 1's, why he thinks the Jordan 1 is wack and what it was like owning the first sneaker boutique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 2020 • 55min
DJ Greg Street Settles the Air Force 1 Debate
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty. This week they have the legendary DJ Greg Street on to talk Air Force 1's, the heat he fishes in and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 2020 • 1h 5min
Ariel Helwani Breaks Down UFC Sneaker Deals and His Love for Nike SB
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty and this week they're joined by Ariel Helwani, ESPN journalist and broadcaster. They talk about the MMA, his love for Nike SB, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 17, 2020 • 1h 1min
Answering the Fans’ Best Questions
The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty and this week they answer all your burning sneaker questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


