Kicks Utopia

Elijah Johnson
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This podcast will introduce the sneaker culture to those who are unfamiliar with it. I will go over the history of sneakers, the resell market, the difference between sneakerheads and hypebeasts, among other general terms and basic sneaker knowledge. I will introduce myself and my personal history with sneakers as well to allow the listener to become familiar with me, as their host. We will explore a wide range of topics sneaker related and as the podcast grows, so will the content.

Episodes

  1. 11/18/2021

    Episode 5: Restoring Our Roots

    This episode began as a “How To…” type deal for sneaker restoration. But then it evolved into a conversation about the money hidden away in the used sneaker market, and finally into something unexpectedly personal. Give it a listen to learn about me and Jake Carney and the journey we both took to end up where we are now.

    48 min

  2. 10/21/2021

    Episode 4: Sneaks and Geeks

    Vintage clothing and the aged look on clothing/sneakers have become a new trend for the sneaker community. We explore the origins and parallels of sneakers and vintage clothing while also touching on the aspect of sneakers expos, which will be featured on its own episode later down the line.

    27 min

  3. 10/05/2021

    Episode 3: Hidden Gems

    Personal preference can make or break a sneakerheads opinion on a certain shoe, and so not every sneakerheads view on sneaker culture is exactly the same because of it. In this episode me and @Gotkicks.Edmond, aka Carter, will explore this concept and express some of our own personal sneaker opinions.

    38 min

  4. 09/11/2021

    Episode 2: Introduction to Reselling

    The resell market has grown to become a key cornerstone of sneaker culture. You see it’s influence and the influenced everywhere now. If you’re new and you’re wondering what all the fuss is about or questioning what you’re missing out on this is for you. Your introduction into the reselling market.

    31 min

  5. 08/31/2021

    Episode 1: Sneakers Impact on Young Culture

    In this episode I will revisit my personal experiences with sneakers and use my experiences as catapults to other conversations about the youth and the importance of what is on their feet and how it affects their mindsets in life. From people robbing and killing over them to kids dropping out of school to completely focus on reselling shoes. Is it really as good as it seems? Are a simple pair of shoes truly worth sacrificing one's future for?

    29 min

  6. 08/31/2021

    Introduction Episode

    This episode will introduce the sneaker culture to those who are unfamiliar with it. I will go over the history of sneakers, briefly go over the resell market, the difference between sneakerheads and hypebeasts, among other general terms and basic sneaker knowledge. I will introduce myself and my personal history with sneakers as well to allow the listener to become familiar with me, as their host

    4 min
  • 6 Episodes

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About

This podcast will introduce the sneaker culture to those who are unfamiliar with it. I will go over the history of sneakers, the resell market, the difference between sneakerheads and hypebeasts, among other general terms and basic sneaker knowledge. I will introduce myself and my personal history with sneakers as well to allow the listener to become familiar with me, as their host. We will explore a wide range of topics sneaker related and as the podcast grows, so will the content.

Information

  • Creator
    Elijah Johnson
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Elijah Johnson
  • Show Website
    Kicks Utopia