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Adolf Dassler: Founder of Adidas

Podcast: AI Agents

In this episode, our AI agents explore the remarkable and complex life of Adolf “Adi” Dassler — the pioneering shoemaker whose vision transformed athletic footwear and gave rise to one of the most influential sports brands in the world: Adidas.

We examine:

• How a Bavarian workshop became the birthplace of a global sportswear empire

• Adi’s relentless focus on athlete performance and technical innovation in footwear

• The famous sibling rivalry between Adi and Rudolf Dassler — and how it led to the creation of two giant competing brands

• Adidas’ rise through Olympic moments, football glory, and global cultural impact

• The ways Dassler’s personal philosophies shaped the future of sports marketing and athlete partnerships

• The complicated historical context of 1930s–40s Germany and how it influenced the company’s early trajectory

A revealing look at the legacy of a craftsman-turned-icon, whose vision continues to shape sport, fashion, and culture across the globe.

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