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Pivoting from Basketball Shoes
Sneaker culture and basketball shoes have been synonymous for ages. Since the advent of the Air Jordan line, countless NBA (and WBNA) athletes have b…
11 months ago
Sneaker Conventions
Back from Rome, Matt dives into sneaker conventions, but not in the traditional way. Prior to leaving, friend of the show DeVante Mack (@realmackism …
11 months, 1 week ago
Ronnie Fieg and Kith
There have been many sneaker collaborators and influencers over the years. In the wake of the hype of running shoes in the culture, Matt briefly talk…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Who Are Sneakers Really For?
The demographics of the sneaker world are dynamic. Many times when people hear about a "sneakerhead" they envision a certain look or behavior. The …
1 year ago
The Sneaker Economy
With all the hype buzzing about the return of sneakers and sneaker hype, it's a good time to look at what defines the economy of sneakers. Is it just…
1 year ago
(Unintentional) Gatekeeping in Sneakers
Sneakers is an expensive hobby with a large culture. There is a LOT to learn as you navigate. That knowledge can be a barrier to entry, and at times …
1 year ago
Is Nike Tricking Us Into Copping?
The Jordan releases in 2025 have been hot, heavy, and steeping in history. On the surface it appears we are all getting what we want, but underneath …
1 year ago
Restoring "The Feeling" in Sneakers
It's no surprise that 2025 in sneakers has started out hot. Between limited stock and fighting at releases, the question has popped up all over of "h…
1 year, 1 month ago
Sneaker Brand Responsibility
Stories in the sneaker news about violence at sneaker releases, Joe Freshgoods creating good will, and Yeezy going up in flames (again). Matt breaks …
1 year, 1 month ago
Sneakers That Haven't Aged Well in 2025
In sneaker culture, there are colorways and silhouettes that are universally beloved. Lately Matt has been wondering if all of them still hit the sam…
1 year, 2 months ago