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A show about sneakers for sneakerheads, by sneakerheads. We're not here to bring people down or play gatekeeper, we are here to show the positive side of sneakers and connect with like-minded sneakerheads. We talk about sneakers and the footwear industry, interview footwear industry professionals, designers, and creatives that share our passion for sneakers. Opinions not paid for by the corporate sponsors like the other guys.

Hosted by...
Nick Engvall, Footwear Consultant and former StockX Director of Content, Finish Line Content Manager, Editor of Complex Sneakers, and the Founder of Sneaker History.

Robbie Falchi, host of inside Robbie's Closet and writer for Sneaker History, Nice Kicks, Finish Line, and Modern Notoriety.

Mike Guillory, Sneaker Youtuber, and writer for Sneaker History, photographer, and sneaker connoisseur.

Rohit Malhotra, footwear industry professional, sneaker enthusiast, and proud #GirlDad.

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Sneaker History Podcast - Sneakers, Sneaker Culture and the Business of Footwear Sneaker History - Retrospect Podcasts

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 194 Ratings

A show about sneakers for sneakerheads, by sneakerheads. We're not here to bring people down or play gatekeeper, we are here to show the positive side of sneakers and connect with like-minded sneakerheads. We talk about sneakers and the footwear industry, interview footwear industry professionals, designers, and creatives that share our passion for sneakers. Opinions not paid for by the corporate sponsors like the other guys.

Hosted by...
Nick Engvall, Footwear Consultant and former StockX Director of Content, Finish Line Content Manager, Editor of Complex Sneakers, and the Founder of Sneaker History.

Robbie Falchi, host of inside Robbie's Closet and writer for Sneaker History, Nice Kicks, Finish Line, and Modern Notoriety.

Mike Guillory, Sneaker Youtuber, and writer for Sneaker History, photographer, and sneaker connoisseur.

Rohit Malhotra, footwear industry professional, sneaker enthusiast, and proud #GirlDad.

A part of the Retrospect Podcast Network.

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    The Importance of Authenticity In Content Creation With Brandon Edler - Outside The Box: Convos With Creators

    The Importance of Authenticity In Content Creation With Brandon Edler - Outside The Box: Convos With Creators

    In this conversation, Nick Engvall is joined by Brandon Edler and they discuss their experiences working in the content industry, particularly in the sneaker and media space. They reminisce about their time at Complex and the evolution of social media platforms. They also touch on the importance of storytelling and dynamic visuals in content strategies, as well as the challenges of measuring success in the digital age. The conversation in this part focuses on the success and impact of their work at Finish Line, the importance of authenticity in content creation, and the future of tangible media. In this final part of the conversation, Nick and Brandon discuss their favorite shows, the internet's impact on exploration, their experiences with sneakers, the changing landscape of content and social media, the concept of selling out, and the importance of in-person experiences and community.
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    • 1 hr 34 min
    Changing The Game: A Conversation With Jacques Slade - Outside The Box: Convos With Creators

    Changing The Game: A Conversation With Jacques Slade - Outside The Box: Convos With Creators

    In this conversation, Nick Engvall and Jacques Slade discuss the intersection of sneaker culture and golf. They explore the importance of consistency in brand campaigns, the need for change in the culture of golf, and the role of sneaker brands in driving that change. They also discuss the impact of collaborations in golf and the potential for creating a more inclusive golf community. The conversation highlights the importance of bringing street culture to golf and creating moments and social engagement in the sport. Finally, they discuss the future of golf and the role of Jacques Slade in the PGA Tour. In this conversation, Jacques Slade discusses the potential for golf to connect fans to moments and create a more inclusive and diverse culture. He shares his experiences working with the PGA Tour and how content creation can help shape the future of the sport. Jacques also highlights the importance of hip-hop artists in golf and suggests names like Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole who could bring a new energy to the game. He discusses his favorite golf sneakers and his dream foursome. Jacques also touches on Tiger Woods' move to TaylorMade and the potential for custom golf shoes to become a bigger part of the golf culture.
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    • 1 hr 10 min
    We Need To Talk About Sneaker Collaborations

    We Need To Talk About Sneaker Collaborations

    In this episode, Nick, Robbie, Rohit, and Mike, discuss various collaborations in the sneaker game. They start by sharing their recent rockin' and coppin' experiences. Then, they delve into anime collaborations, highlighting the Hunter x Hunter and One Piece collaborations with Reebok. They also discuss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles collaboration with Puma and the PSG Air Max Plus collaboration with Nike. The hosts explore the appeal of collaborations and the potential for growth in this market. The conversation explores the appeal of different sneaker designs and the balance between safe and creative colorways in collaborations. It discusses the perception of collaborations and the importance of appealing to different audiences. The conversation also touches on the frustration with repetitive designs and the significance of storytelling in collaborations. It explores different approaches to collaborations, such as playing to brand strengths or taking more nuanced approaches. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the desire for sale prices and the approach to collaborations if given the opportunity.
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    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Rockin' and Coppin'
    09:32 Anime Collaborations: Hunter x Hunter and One Piece
    16:19 Cartoon Collaborations: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
    24:47 The Potential of Collaborations
    25:20 Discussion of Sneaker Designs
    26:01 Collaborations and Brand Identity
    26:56 The Appeal of Unique Designs
    28:19 Balancing Safe and Creative Colorways
    28:59 The Perception of Collaborations
    30:21 Appealing to Different Audiences
    31:21 The Success of Basic Colorways
    32:38 Using Brand Identity in Collaborations
    33:34 The Necessity of Safe Collaborations
    34:00 The Frustration with Repetitive Designs
    35:07 The Importance of Storytelling in Collaborations
    36:31 The Connectivity of Collaborations
    37:25 Approaches to Collaborations
    38:16 Playing to Brand Strengths
    39:17 Nuanced Stories in Collaborations
    40:16 Balancing Wild and Safe Approaches
    41:43 The Enduring Appeal of Certain Designs
    43:03 The Appeal of Consistent Colorways
    44:21 The Desire for Sale Prices
    45:19 Approaching Collaborations
    46:57 Mismatched Shoes and Brand Identity
    49:49 Approaching Collaborations
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    • 53 min
    The Best. The Worst. The History Of...Kevin Durant Sneakers.

    The Best. The Worst. The History Of...Kevin Durant Sneakers.

    Summary
    In this episode, the Sneaker History Podcast team discusses Kevin Durant's signature shoes and their impact. They reminisce about memorable KD signature shoes, such as the KD4 and KD7, and discuss the unique playing style of Kevin Durant. The team also explores the influence of Nike on the design of the KD line and the lack of wearability and popularity of KD retro shoes. They conclude by reflecting on KD's positioning among other basketball superstars like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. The conversation explores KD's legacy and his shoe line, comparing it to Kyrie's line. They discuss memorable shoes from Kyrie's perspective and the marketing efforts for KD's shoes. The conversation also touches on Derrick Rose's shoe line and the timing and impact of it. They speculate on what could have happened if KD signed with Adidas and discuss memorable sneaker moments in KD's career. They share their favorite KD shoes to play in and talk about personal connections to certain KD models. The conversation ends with a discussion on unconventional KD shoe designs and an outro question about the inspiration for their first signature shoe.

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    • 39 min
    The Thing About The adidas James Harden Sneakers...

    The Thing About The adidas James Harden Sneakers...

    In this episode, Robbie and Mike discuss their favorite orders from Panda Express before diving into their personal sneaker choices and upcoming releases. They review new releases and then shift their focus to James Harden's sneaker line, starting with the Harden Vol. 8. They also discuss previous models in the line, including the Harden Vol. 5 and Vol. 6. The conversation concludes with a comparison between the Harden Vol. 7 and the Jordan 16, as well as a discussion on James Harden's career and sneaker choices.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Favorite Panda Express Orders
    01:02 Personal Sneaker Choices
    03:02 Discussion on Couponing and Sneaker Purchases
    03:45 Upcoming Sneaker Releases
    04:14 Review of the Reebok Question
    05:12 Introduction to James Harden's Sneaker Line
    06:09 Discussion on the Harden Vol. 8
    08:14 Review of Previous Harden Models
    15:14 Review of the Harden Vol. 5
    19:15 Review of the Harden Vol. 7
    22:36 Comparison of Harden Vol. 7 and Jordan 16
    26:03 Discussion on James Harden's Career and Sneaker Choices
    26:33 Conclusion

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    • 27 min
    NBA All-Star Weekend Had Us Hooked...Until It Didn't

    NBA All-Star Weekend Had Us Hooked...Until It Didn't

    Rohit and Nick discuss their thoughts on the recent All-Star Weekend, highlighting the three-point contest and dunk contest. They also discuss the importance of the court as a star and the lack of memorable sneaker moments during the weekend. They suggest ideas for the future of All-Star Weekend, including incorporating more marquee events and reevaluating the celebrity game. They emphasize the need for change in the All-Star Game and the importance of making the weekend more exciting and memorable for fans.
    Takeaways
    The three-point contest and dunk contest are the core events of All-Star Weekend.
    The court itself can be a star and should be utilized to create memorable moments.
    There is a lack of memorable sneaker moments during All-Star Weekend.
    Ideas for the future of All-Star Weekend include incorporating more marquee events and reevaluating the celebrity game.
    The All-Star Game needs to undergo significant changes to make it more exciting and meaningful.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts
    01:18 The Three-Point Contest and Dunk Contest
    03:19 The Highlight of the Weekend: Sabrina and Steph
    04:30 The Court as a Star
    05:56 The Lack of Memorable Sneaker Moments
    09:56 The Importance of Sneakers in All-Star Weekend
    11:50 The LeBron and Dion Sanders Shoe Moment
    13:38 The Decline of Sneaker Moments in All-Star Weekend
    15:36 The Evolution of All-Star Weekend
    19:43 Ideas for the Future of All-Star Weekend
    26:08 The Need for Change in the All-Star Game
    28:25 Revisiting the Celebrity Game
    31:22 The Importance of Marquee Events
    32:21 The Comparison to Rock and Jock Basketball
    33:19 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

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    30% Off at GUILTY GOODS
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    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
194 Ratings

194 Ratings

J Mack1 ,

Great show

Good info and fun sneaker talk

chivas89 ,

The Ultimate Podcast For Sneakers & All Things 90’s Nostalgia!

I’ve definitely found my little corner of the sneaker internet with this podcast, Rahbee, Rohit, Nick, & their rotating list of guests always have fun discussions that include ALL types of sneakers!

Shineball. ,

The Best Sneaker Podcast

Imagine your top 4 guests that you would want on a sneaker podcast, but they actually host the podcast.

Really refreshing to listen to a podcast talking about the substance behind sneakers rather than the hype. Listen to an episode and you'll immediately sense how much apprecation and knowledge these guys have for sneakers.

Really awesome community on discord too!

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