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Harlan Friedman
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Sole Free Radio Network produces entertaining content for the thought leaders, influencers and flat out cool people of the world! Sole Free is an inside look at the world of sneaker culture, street art, fashion and music. Bean Pies, Bagels & Cannolis is an entertaining look at the world of “Top 10” lists and their thought provoking nature amongst friends. First Bite with Maria and Harlan shares all the best of food, family and lifestyle as they eat their way through Long Island and New York City.

  1. 3d ago

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - 1986 Mets Reunion

    The 1986 Mets Reunite 40 Years Later—and Tell EVERYTHING! 🧡💙 Forty years later, the 1986 New York Mets are still New York’s team. In this special episode of Sole Free, Harlan Friedman heads to the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Long Island to celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the greatest and most unforgettable teams in baseball history. Harlan reconnects with members of the World Series championship family, including Dwight “Doc” Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Jesse Orosco, Wally Backman, Sid Fernandez, Lenny Dykstra, Dave Magadan, Randy Myers, Ed Hearn, Barry Lyons, Bruce Berenyi and the family of the legendary Gary Carter. The players take us inside the brotherhood, chemistry and clubhouse culture that made the 1986 Mets so special. They share stories about the music, personalities, practical jokes and unforgettable moments that defined a team that never believed it was out of a game. Also featured: ⚾ Mike Sergio reveals how he parachuted into Shea Stadium during Game 6 of the World Series ⚾ Darryl Strawberry reflects on the team’s bond, Gary Carter’s legacy and his new book, Another Life ⚾ Ed Hearn shares his extraordinary story of survival, faith and the importance of thinking beyond yourself ⚾ Sandy and DJ Carter celebrate Gary Carter as a teammate, husband, father and lifelong movie fan ⚾ Sal Valentinetti discusses the emotional connection between athletes and their fans ⚾ Coaches Collectibles brings the athlete-to-fan experience to life For 12-year-old Harlan, this is a true pinch-me moment—going from collecting these players’ baseball cards to calling many of them friends and brothers. This episode is about much more than baseball. It’s about friendship, family, perseverance, redemption and a championship legacy that continues to unite generations of New Yorkers. Watch, share and subscribe to Sole Free with Harlan Friedman—your home for sneakers, sports and culture. LET’S GO METS! 🧡💙 #1986Mets #LGM #NewYorkMets #MetsBaseball #SoleFree EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

  2. 4d ago

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Darryl Strawberry

    Darryl Strawberry gets personal about the brotherhood, belief and never-quit mentality that made the 1986 New York Mets World Series champions. Speaking with Harlan Friedman at the team’s 40th-anniversary celebration, Strawberry explains why the ’86 Mets were far more than the “bad boys” portrayed in the headlines. When they stepped onto the field, they were united, focused and convinced they were never out of a game. Strawberry also reflects on the enduring legacy of Gary Carter, helping his brother and teammate Lenny Dykstra rebuild his life, and why everyone deserves the opportunity to reinvent themselves. The Mets legend then discusses his book Another Life and the work he now does in prisons, schools, hospitals, churches and communities across the country—using his story to inspire people struggling through life’s darkest moments. “We did it, and nobody can ever take that away from us.” Watch this powerful conversation about baseball, brotherhood, redemption and discovering a greater purpose beyond the game. Subscribe to Sole Free with Harlan Friedman for more conversations at the intersection of sports, sneakers and culture. #DarrylStrawberry #1986Mets #NewYorkMets #LGM #SoleFree EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

  3. Aug 25

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - AJ41 Revealed

    AIR JORDAN 41 REVEALED: Michael Jordan’s Role in the Future of Jordan Brand The Air Jordan 41 is here—and it represents an entirely new chapter for Jordan Brand. From Jordan Brand’s world headquarters, Harlan Friedman sits down with Leo Chang, Senior Creative Director of Basketball and Sport, and Donald “DK” Kelsey, Senior Director of Basketball and Promo Footwear, for an exclusive Sole Free conversation. Leo and DK reveal: 🔥 How Michael Jordan personally influences every game shoe 🔥 Why the AJ41 looks forward instead of revisiting the past 🔥 The new 3D Nano Print upper 🔥 Full-length Zoom Strobel, ZoomX foam and double-stacked heel Zoom Air 🔥 How feedback from more than 250 athletes shaped the shoe 🔥 What it’s really like presenting a new Air Jordan to MJ 🔥 Their hopes for the AJ41’s legacy 20 years from now This is more than another signature sneaker. It’s Jordan Brand’s statement about the future of performance basketball. Subscribe to Sole Free with Harlan Friedman—your home for sneakers and culture. #AirJordan41 #JordanBrand #MichaelJordan #SneakerCulture #SoleFree EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

  4. Aug 19

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Futura

    Futura Debuts Knicks Collab + The World Champion Knicks Take Over Fanatics Fest! Sole Free’s Fanatics Fest 2026 coverage continues with Part 3! Legendary New York artist Futura unveils his new Knicks apparel collaboration and explains the inspiration behind the collection—including why he placed his iconic artwork on a New York City “work train.” Then, the 2026 NBA Champion New York Knicks take over Fanatics Fest! Watch Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart sign a massive 15-foot inflatable Knicks shirt—and stick around to hear KAT answer one very important question! Hosted by Harlan Friedman, Sole Free is your home for sneakers, sports, art and culture. #NewYorkKnicks #Knicks #FanaticsFest #Futura #NBAChampions EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

  5. Aug 5

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Fanatics Fest Part 1

    Fanatics Fest 2026 PART 1 🔥 Jeff Hamilton, King Saladeen, KAWS x Yankees, Artist Alley & More! Fanatics Fest 2026 is HERE, and Sole Free with Harlan Friedman takes you inside the biggest celebration of sports, sneakers, art, fashion, and culture—live from the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City. In Part 1, Harlan goes behind the scenes with some of the biggest names shaping sports culture today. 🔥 Featuring exclusive interviews with: * Jeff Hamilton on his iconic New York Knicks Championship jacket, Jordan legacy, and a surprise sneaker tease. * Fanatics’ Andy on the historic KAWS x New York Yankees & Los Angeles Dodgers collaboration. * Artist Alley spotlights with Alex Alpert, Caviar, JPO, and King Saladeen. * Stories behind one-of-one artwork signed by legends like Tom Brady, Aaron Judge, Barry Sanders, and more. * Conversations about sneakers, creativity, sports memorabilia, and the future of collectible culture. From exclusive jackets and jerseys to custom artwork and unforgettable stories, this is the side of Fanatics Fest you won’t see anywhere else. 🎥 Subscribe to Sole Free for exclusive interviews with the biggest names in sneakers, sports, music, fashion, and culture. #SoleFree #FanaticsFest #SneakerCulture #SportsCollectibles #KAWS EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams Follow for more NYC culture: @theofficialharlan & solefreeradio.com

  6. Jul 29

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Sean Ono Lennon

    Sean Ono Lennon Reveals the 10-Year Journey Behind His Tribeca Film Sean Ono Lennon opens up about the 10-year journey behind his directorial debut, the creative influence of Yoko Ono, and why he’s never been afraid to push beyond music. We also go behind the scenes of threeASFOUR: Full Circle, the inspiring Tribeca Festival documentary celebrating the visionary fashion collective whose message of creativity, friendship, and cultural unity is changing the world—one design at a time. 🎥 Interviewed by Harlan Friedman on Sole Free, where sneakers, fashion, art, music, and culture collide. #TribecaFestival #SeanOnoLennon #FashionDocumentary #SoleFree #StreetwearCulture EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams Follow for more NYC culture: @theofficialharlan & solefreeradio.com

  7. Jul 22

    Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Clyde Best

    PELE Called Him “The Prince” | Clyde Best on Breaking Barriers & Changing Soccer Forever Before today’s global soccer stars, there was Clyde Best. In this exclusive Sole Free interview, the West Ham United legend shares the unforgettable moment Pelé told him, “I am the king. You’re now the prince,” reflects on breaking racial barriers in English football, helping build the game in America through the NASL, why every generation deserves its own GOAT and his new biopic, "Clyde Best: Transforming the Beautiful Game." If you love soccer history, inspiring stories, and conversations with true pioneers, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. #ClydeBest #Pele #SoccerHistory #WorldCup #SoleFree EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams Follow for more NYC culture: @theofficialharlan & solefreeradio.com

  8. Jul 15

    Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture - King Saladeen

    King Saladeen Tells the Story Behind His Most Personal Collaboration Yet | Lotto x World Cup Exclusive King Saladeen is one of the most influential artists redefining the intersection of sports, sneakers, fashion, and contemporary art—and this conversation goes far beyond a collaboration. Recorded inside the exclusive Lotto Café at New York City’s Brownstone Social Club during the World Cup festivities, King Saladeen opens up about the deeply personal meaning behind his limited-edition Lotto jersey and soccer ball, the emotional tribute hidden in the design, and why his late grandmother continues to inspire everything he creates. We also dive into:
⚽ The story behind the iconic 04/27 jersey number
🎨 How he went from walking away from his job to collaborating with global brands
🏀 Growing up as an athlete and designing jerseys before anyone believed in him
👟 Philly sneaker culture vs. New York sneaker culture
🔥 The inspiration behind his collectible World Cup soccer ball
🖼️ Fanatics Fest, Project 70, murals, collectibles, and what’s next
🥩 The ultimate debate: Philly cheesesteak or New York pizza? This isn’t just an interview about sneakers or art—it’s about legacy, family, creativity, and betting on yourself. If you’re passionate about sneaker culture, collectibles, sports, streetwear, or the stories behind today’s biggest creators, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 👇 What surprised you most about King Saladeen’s journey? Let us know in the comments. 👍 Like the video
🔔 Subscribe to Sole Free for exclusive conversations with the biggest names in sports, sneakers, art, fashion, and culture. #SoleFree #KingSaladeen #Lotto #WorldCup #FanaticsFest EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams Follow for more NYC culture: @theofficialharlan & solefreeradio.com

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Sole Free Radio Network produces entertaining content for the thought leaders, influencers and flat out cool people of the world! Sole Free is an inside look at the world of sneaker culture, street art, fashion and music. Bean Pies, Bagels & Cannolis is an entertaining look at the world of “Top 10” lists and their thought provoking nature amongst friends. First Bite with Maria and Harlan shares all the best of food, family and lifestyle as they eat their way through Long Island and New York City.

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  • Creator
    Harlan Friedman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    363
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Harlan Friedman