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

Dec 09 2024 300 ep. 48 mins 107
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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. A part of the Retrospect Podcast Network.

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Nov 04 2024 25 mins  
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Oct 14 2024 38 mins  
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