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

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 communi

What does it take to turn your passion for sneakers into creative income? I talked to five creatives who each found their own unique niche in the sneaker space: Nightwing2303, Jacques Slade, Reina Koyano, Gary Lockwood, and Tamara Dhia.Connect with Panelists: Jacques Slade: https://www.instagram.com/kustoo/Freehand Profit: https://www.instagram.com/freehandprofit/Reina Koyano: http

Jacques Slade has done it all...hosting events alongside A-list celebrities, helping Nike and Kobe Bryant launch new sneakers, covering golf for the PGA tour, working with NBC on the Olympics, unboxing the most insane sneaker packages the world has ever seen, and he's done all that and more while continuing to be one of the most respected and appreciated creators amongst his peers.

Tamara Dhia has a resume that includes work for companies like Complex, E!, MTV, NTWRK, and more but the path to success wasn't easy. In this conversation, she talks about being around the opportunities you want, staying true to your own passions and beliefs, and how she went from pouring drinks for Robert "Bobby D" De Niro to hosting red carpet events with Giuliana Rancic. Find ou

Dre Baldwin, the author of Work On Your Game, has played professional basketball, written 27 books, hosts a successful podcast, and is CEO of his own company. Find out the routines, habits, and best practices that he uses to find continued success on this episode of Outside The Box, hosted by Nick EngvallWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBEConnect with Dre: IG: https://www.instagram.com/d

Vince Sirico has photographed the likes of Aleali May, Gucci Man, James Harden, Zion Williamson, WizKid, as well as brands like adidas, Reebok, JD Sports. His work speaks for itself. On this episode we discuss the challenges of navigating the world of freelance photography, how to learn from the opportunities that present themselves, the value of always trying new things, and much

Ryan Trembath made the most of the pandemic by writing his first book, Signature Shoes - The Athletes Who Wore Them and Delightful Pop Culture Nuggets. In this interview, he discusses how the book came about, some of his surprising discoveries while researching signature sneakers over the last 100 years, and what his tips for aspiring authors are.WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBEBuy

Lucy Crivelli is a hustler at heart. From working as a freelance photographer in the sneaker world to starting her own creative agency, to building communities for startups like Aglet, her work speaks for itself. We discuss the challenges of starting your own business, how to find freelance work, how building communities isn't about short-term metrics like likes and comments, and s

Tiffany Beers is one of the most important footwear designers in the sneaker world with shoes like the Nike Air Yeezy, Nike MAG, and countless others. In this conversation, we discuss her upcoming footwear design project, how to learn from your failures, finding your way in the footwear industry, "Air" bag design at Nike, and how being from a small town is actually a competitive ad