My First Kicks

This week I welcome Jae Tips to the podcast we talk about growing up in the Bronx. His music career and the places it took him. His love for sneakers and what sparked his curiosity! How sneaker culture embraced him and what it means to him. His time in France and how much love he received out there. Also we touch on the article that catapulted hat culture in New York and much much more! Where to find Jae Tips: Socials: @JaetipsWebsite: https://www.shopjaetips.com/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week the Will Stowe to the podcast, you may know Will from the SNKRs App where he hosted shows on the app. However, he joins me to talk about his journey to where he is now. How he got into sneakers, how he had to give them up and how he got back into it. We also touch on his love streetwear, how the UK sneaker scene effected him. Plus his work with-in the music scene and what keeps him wanting to be so busy! Where to find Will: IG: https://www.instagram.com/willstowehos/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/willstowehos Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week the Uncle Skoola hops on the pod and we talk about his love for everything 90s. From his upbringing in the Dallas area, to his work online and at sneaker events. Skoola sits down to talk about how he was influenced at a young age. How much he loves old sneakers and how he is tastemaker. Plus he shares some fun stories and show off some recent cops!Where to find Uncle Skoola: Socials: @professor_skoola Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week I welcome Jamiersen Green, we talk about his work ethic and how we met. Our gym etiquette and where we differ. How growing up in Flint, Michigan influenced him and the shoe that started his journey. We ask for sponsorships on the pod and also more representation in this space. We also touch on the impact on Burn Rubber on Jamiersen and try to name other black own shops. Plus much much more!Where to find Jamiersen: Socials: @JamiersenWebsite: https://jamiersengreen.com/Leader Quality: https://www.leaderqlty.com/Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Support the pod! Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week I welcome Al Baker better known as Deadstock Anatomies to the podcast. We talk about his love for the game of basketball. Why he had to give up sneakers, his time in the pool circuit. Also how his unconventional career path lead him back to sneakers. His biggest inspiration and where Deadstock Anatomies came from and has taken him! Fun and insightful episode this week!Where to find Al: Socials: @deadstockanatomiesPodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Support the pod!Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week I welcome Jordan Keyser to the podcast, we talk about how he started taking sneaker photography. His early day's skating and how the impact of living in Upstate New York created his curiosity. We touched on how we connected and how Jamiersen made this episode happen. Also we touch on his journey and how it has lead to some cool opportunities. From working at Kith to his time at Packer Jordan tells us how his passion for kicks has lead to where he is now! Where to find Jordan: Socials: @jordankeyser Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Intro Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/ Outro Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/

This week I welcome 215shooter to the podcast, we talk about running into each other at Renarts. How early he was on fitted and hats and hat trends. Collecting kicks in Philly and working at shops. His time at DTLR and how he got his position. The creation of Niche Talk and how it evolved from his content. What and who are his current inspirations and much much more! Where to find Jerome: YouTube: @215shooter IG: https://www.instagram.com/215shooter/ Twitter: https://x.com/_215shooter_ Niche Talk: @TheNicheTalk Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-niche-talk/id1683690145 Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Kofie Yeboah to the podcast. We talk about his history with kicks. How he found his voice on YouTube, and the lane of content he choses to make. How much I love his work at Secret Base and how we got to know each other. Growing up in the land of Jordan North Carolina. Getting his first job and what he bought with that money. Also his time running track and how far it got him. Plus much much more!Where to find Kofie: Socials: @Kofie & @KofieYeboah Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Key Lee back to the podcast as we discuss hate in the community. We talk about some of the recent hate we have seen across the sneaker community. How women in sneakers have been received and attacked when it comes to brands giving them flowers. How Key defends her friends and people that are close to her. How everything is connected to mental health and much much more! Where to find Key Lee: Socials: @Key2UrSolePodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Nya Lorraine & Mikayla Dominique to the podcast! In the first ever 3 person in studio podcast, we touch on starting Her Sole podcast. How long this has been in the making, growing up in New York and New Jersey. How they both got jobs in working in sneakers. Why Nya can send an email for a certain pair. Women in sneakers and much much more! Where to find Nya: Socials: @nyalorraine Where to find Mikayla: Socials: @mikaylaxdominique & @fashhole Where to find HerSole Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@subwaysoundsnetwork https://linktr.ee/hersolepodcast Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Download Solesafe: https://solesafe.co/ Use Promo Code: PPOQA5 Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Ashley Simone to the podcast! We talk about the super late nights on clubhouse. Growing up in Chicago and getting into kicks. How her parents influenced her and how she found her style. Her journey in the world of finance and finding her voice. Ashley also talks on her battle with body dysmorphia and building confidence. Plus much much more!Where to Find A. Simone: Socials: @notyouraveragejane_Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week Mikey Dabbs jumps back on the pod to talk kicks and hats. We each brought 3 pairs of kicks that we feel everyone should be up on. Also we talk about how runners took over his life. I also touch on how a collab made me give runners a try. His work at Renarts and how he's been taking my money with his hat releases. Plus much more! Where to Find Mikey: Socials: @thecamp0ut & @renarts1981 Website: https://renarts.com/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week Matt Halfhill hops on the pod to talk about his love for kicks. Growing up with professors has parents, his original major. Where his curiosity gene comes from. Explaining how Nice Kicks started, how his impact has reached people in other countries. His weight loss journey and the intense workouts he's done and currently doing. Sneaker media and the current state of journalism in writing form. Plus much much more!Where to Find Matt: Socials: @MattHalfhillWebsite: https://nicekicks.com/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week Bimma Williams from @claimastories hops on the pod. We talk about growing up in Louisiana, how sneakers impacted him at a young age. Learning how he found his motivation for success. How he maneuvered with-in sneakers and found his calling. Dropping his own shoe and the reception behind it. Finding the void he felt was in this industry and creating change. His love for helping others succeed and the difference between mentorship and sponsorship. Also Much much more! Where to Find Bimma: Socials: @BimmaWilliams Website: https://claimastories.com/ Newsletter: https://claimfreedom.ck.page/newsletter Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/... something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Joe aka HigherLXNG to the podcast, we talk about growing up in Houston. His love for pets and where that love came from. His beginning aspirations, and the moment he decided to switch. His podcast Thoughts for the Sole. Working with James Whitaker and how he got his foot in the door there. Plus we talk about the many times we wanted to end out podcast and much much more!Where to Find Joe: Socials: @HigherLXNGWebsite: https://www.higherlxng.com/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Tony Mui to the podcast to talk about his first kicks. Growing up in New York and his love for basketball. How he found his way to making Life at Complex. The impact of him showing the behind the scenes of his time there. How playing basketball around the city influenced him. We also talk about how we decide basketball shoes and much more! Where to Find Tony: Socials: @MrTonyMui Website: https://www.tonymui.com/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week the gang is back together, after a long hiatus. Ify is back and we talk about the 2022 sneaker of the year list by GQ. We also talk about some of the things we worked on after he left the pod. We also touch on our common interest, the collector gene. Funny interactions with Carl Tart and much much more on this weeks episode!Where to Find Ify: Socials: @IfyNwadiwePodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Charley McClay to the podcast as we talk about how he got into sneakers. The leaps he's made in over 4 years using social media. How basketball is apart of his life and how exciting Anthony Edwards is. The impact the AE 1's are having this year. We also talk about the current state of basketball sneakers. How it felt to go viral the first time and handling brands and brand deals. Very insightful episode this week! Where to Find Charley: Socials: @WinonaKicks Podcast: @beyondkickspodcast Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Zak Kurtz to the podcast, we talk about his love for sneakers. How he found his passion for becoming a lawyer and his career path. How he used sneakers in his pursuit of working as a lawyer. The work he has done and provides for the sneaker community. We also talk about his work online when it comes to explaining trademark's and lawsuits in sneakers and streetwear. Its an insightful episode and you're in for a treat!Where to Find Zak: Socials: @SneakerLegal Site: https://www.sneaker.legal/Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Rainey Ovalle to the podcast, and to the first in-studio episode! Rainey and I talk about DOOM, White on White Air Force Ones. His career journey and what he is up to now. How he creates his content and what influences him. His time during high school and how that lead to his perspective in life! We also connect on our love for Hideo Kojima, his time in Japan and how he found ACG Asics. Super fun episode and if you are listening watch the video!!Where to Find Rainey:Socials: @RaineyOvallePodcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-victory-light-with-the-ki-126511956/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicksMusic by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome Mo Christine to the podcast, we talk about how she got into kicks. Her sneaker history and how family ties into her love. We also touch on her upbringing and her show Kickin it with Mo. Her favorite stories from her guest and how the influence her. The sneaker community on instagram and how she got started. Her work with children and how that ties into her show and much more!Where to Find Mo:Socials: @ThisIsM0Site: https://linktr.ee/mochristinePodcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicksMusic by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week I welcome not one but two guest to the podcast, AD Sneaks and JSM! We talk about the Bred and Cement 4 debate, show off sneakers we've received. Tell some stories about creating content online. How we deal with negative comments. Discuss the time we spent during the pandemic and much more. Very fun episode this week! Where to Find JSM: Socials: @jsm_801_customs Site: https://hoo.be/jsm801 Where to Find Andy: Socials: ad_sneaks Site: https://linkin.bio/ad__sneaks/ Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Nick DePaula to the podcast, we talk about the early days of collecting kicks. His time at Sole Collector, how he got into sneaker collecting. How undeniable the era of 90s basketball era, along with the 00's basketball era. We break down the Sole Collector collab's, and he even shows off a sample. Great talk this week! Where to Find Nick: Socials: @nickdepaula Newsletter: https://boardroom.tv/sneaker-game-newsletter/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nickdepaula Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Jason Faustino to the podcast. We talk about how we first met, how he grew up in Long Island. His first career and how he learned to help others. Starting his career over and where it lead him now. How he chooses to observe and the impact he has made on me and others. Also where he is now in life and the accomplishments he has made in the past years. Super insightful and fun episode this week!Where to Find Jay:Socials: @UM.JF13Subscribe to his newsletter: https://marakuya.substack.com/Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/xjf13x/Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpodUse code kickpod20 on checkout!Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicksMusic by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome KO to the pod, we talk about the creation of ATATF. I talk about some old head tendencies. We also touch on how important community is to him. The current state of sneaker culture and how his ATATF has made an impact. We also talk about how Atlanta has changed. What shoes took over Atlanta currently and when he was growing up. Plus much much more! Where to Find KO: Socials: @KOfromatatf Follow ATATF: https://linktr.ee/Atatf Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Travonne Edwards pulls up to the pod. We talk about his taste in fashion and where it came from. The shoe he fell in love with and will always want to wear. Where his love for sneakers came from and how it's evolved now. His career path and what he is currently doing. Also why he continues to inspire others around him! Great episode this week!Where to Find Travonne:Socials: @travonne & @travonneedwardsSupport the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout!Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicksMusic by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Davon to the podcast, we talk about the origin of his podcast. How he approaches sneaker twitter and what he loves about it. Getting into heated arguments and why he finds them fun. How his collecting started and why he started reselling. The differences between the sunglasses community and why he invest in people when selling frames. Who he has sold glasses too and some interactions he's had. Great convo this week! Where to Find Davon: Socials: @Gawdofframes Website: https://linkpop.com/framegawd Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Fresh Daily, we talk about how he got into fashion. How his name came about and what the common misconception he received. How we first met, and stories we shared over the years. His approach to fashion and how he was a tastemaker. How gatekeeping effected him and how he chooses to not gatekeep. Also we talk about how it all connects to what he does in music and clothing now! Great episode this week. Where to Find Fresh: Socials: @freshdotdaily Website: https://freshdaily.go.studio/ Shop Very Relaxed: https://veryrelaxed.co/ Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Zion Lord to the podcast, we talk about growing up in a sneaker family. Where his inspiration comes from, how he got to work for Overtime. His experiences on the road, traveling across the country for sneakers. People he has gotten to speak to, the wildest pairs he's held in hand. We also touch on what his time in high school was like and the difference between West Coast and East Coast sneaker culture. Another fun episode this week! Where to Find Zion: Socials: @OvertimeZion & @ZionLord2Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/jankickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Marcus Edmonds to the podcast to talk kicks. We talk about the impact of sneakers on the DMV how what he learned brought him to NYC. His current work within sneakers, opportunities he has gotten since moving here. We share sneaker stories and much much more on this great episode! Where to Find Marcus: Socials: @blackgatsbyworld Solecial Studies: https://solecialstudies.tumblr.com/ Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/kickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy:DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicksCOLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Jacques Slade to the podcast to about his career in sneakers. How he paved the way for so many on YouTube. The difference in his takes on sneakers and where sneakers have taken him. Where he found his appreciation for sneakers. How much of a ground breaking moment sneaker being introduced to golf was. Plus much much more on this weeks episode! Where to Find Jacques: Socials: @kustoo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KUSTOO Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/kickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Leo Olacio to the podcast to talk kicks. We talk about his time at the Dunk Exchange, growing up in New Jersey. Working at Soled Out NJ, helping create community. His work with OSD and opportunities he's had. Joining the Marines, and the differences in Armed Forces recruiting. How his collecting over time has evolved and how he got to his current collection. It's a great listen this week! Where to Find Leo: Socials: @leo.olacio Linktree: https://linktr.ee/soledoutnj Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/kickpod Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we I bring Morgan back on the pod just to recap ComplexCon and talk about his new podcast with Flex. We also talk about our recent cops, touch on sneakers we think are making our Sneaker of the Year list. I try to get him to open up about why he continues to have a huge collection. He also spends a lot of time really close to the camera. Great episode this week! Where to Find Morgan: Socials: @morgan.sneaker.room Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykick Use code kickpod20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkic... Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Femdot to the podcast, we talk about how he got his start in music. How Chicago shaped him, how his family raised him. The stories he tells in his music and of how important sneakers are to him. We also talk about how he was able to be outside, growing up in a talented family. Where his motivation comes from and also headlining his first tour! Hell of an episode this week! Where to Find Femdot: Socials: @femdotdotcom Site: https://www.femdotdot.com/ Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykick Use code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkic... Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Kari Aka SneakerPhetish to the podcast. We talk about how he got into sneakers, his family. How he didn't go to school for journalism. Growing up in Alabama and how important it was in his life. Trying to resell sneakers, and the trouble it lead. His current job and also what lead to him starting to post content online. Fun episode this week! Where to Find Kari: Socials: @sneakerphetish YT: @SneakerPhetish Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykick Use code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkic... Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome you to the live My First Kicks podcast, former guest Chris Cheney hops on to guest host. As we are joined by Jesse Villanueva on stage. We talk about his work with Alife, the stories he has from his time in streetwear. Also talk about collab's he's done and where he is now. How streetwear operates and the going on's of the collective! Chris Cheney also talks about his time at Alife with Jesse and much more! Where to Find Jesse: Socials: @thumpersnyc Site: https://shopjp.thumpers-nyc.com/ Where to find Chris: Socials: @notthatcheney Linktree: https://linktr.ee/notthatcheney Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykick Use code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkic... Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Shake to the podcast, we talk about how he met Jam Master Jay. His work with Adidas, how he is helping communities with his programs. Growing up in Milwaukee and how it influenced his style. Coming to New York and visiting Queens. His impact on the kids he's helping and we even visit some full circle moments. We also talk about his upcoming release with Adidas, the Day Ones. Great Episode this week! Where to Find Shake: Socials: @shakejmj Jay Academy: https://www.jay.academy/ Visit Clicks Kicks: https://www.clickskicks.net/ Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykick Use code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Tay aka LetTayTellIt to the podcast, we talk about the creation of RespectFemaleSnkrhds. Finding her community online & how it helped grow her love for sneakers. Her love for tech and how her whole family is into sneakers. How inspirational her page is and what she is doing to spread the word. Also we talk about how to be more inclusive and how women stories are important to this culture we all enjoy. Great and insightful episode this week! Where to Find Tay: Socials: @respectfemalesnkrhds @lettaytellit4684 Blog: https://lettaytellit.com/ Linktree's: https://linktr.ee/rfsnkrhds https://linktr.ee/lettaytellit Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykickUse code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Joshton Peas to the podcast, we talk about growing up in LA. The talented school he went to, his time on Fairfax ave. How he and Anwar Carrots connected. How influential Tyler the Creator is, his work in the music industry. How he has been able to reach personal goals & what drives him. The start of ain't shit funny and The Blk Print, also what's in the future and so much more! Where to Find Josh: Socials: @joshtonpeas Ain't Shit Funny: https://aintshitfunny.com/ Listen to The Blkprint: https://linktr.ee/theblkprint Support the pod by trying Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/mykickUse code mykick20 on checkout! Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Russ Bengtson to the podcast, one of my favorite basketball and sneaker writers of all time. We talk about his influence on my his influence on sneaker media. How he has always viewed sneakers, from working at Slam and Complex. The start of Quickstrike to his book A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers. We touch on everything from tech to the art of selling sneakers at stores. This is an super insightful episode to accompany an equally insightful book! Where to Find Russ: Socials: @russbengtson Buy A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers: https://tinyurl.com/re15pect Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Mikey Dabbs to the podcast, you may know him as The Camp0ut. We talk about making lines in NYC, how resellers took over. The current state of sneakers in New York City. How Mikey became the go to person to run lines. Also what he's currently doing, and how Vomero's are his go to. A real fun one this week! Where to Find Mikey: Socials: @thecamp0ut Site: https://www.thecamp-0ut.com/ Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy:DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Sean William so the podcast, we talk about the start of OSD. Starting a podcast and starting SOLEcial Studies, working with Dee and creating a new lane into sneakers. The shoe that got him into collecting and the journey it has helped take him. His sneaker history and how Hip Hop is connected with sneakers. His love for comics and what inspired his recent sneakers. Another fun one this week! Where to Find Sean: Socials: @osd_paperchasr Sign up for SOLEcial Studies: https://solecialstudies.com/current-course-offerings---solecial-studies-community-academy Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we are back with another Kick Talk, after the long hiatus I brought back Aaron to talk kicks we think you should be up on. We also talk about him committing to making content. Also my commitment to creating content and how we are trying to let people know there is history in sneakers. We also each bring in 3 pairs we think more people should know about! Another fun episode this week! Where to Find Aaron: Socials: @frontpageaaron YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmkXFpd_xUIn7fHDg_wD8QQ    Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Tiona Deniece to the podcast, we talk about growing up in Buffalo. Working at the mall, being obsessed with sneakers at a young age. Her love for music and singing and the places it's taken her. How Westside Gunn and Griselda has helped grow confidence in her music. Building a career in sneakers and much much more! Another fun episode to listen to this week! Where to Find Tiona: Socials: @tiona_deniece  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tiona_deniece  Listen to Mask & Glove: https://album.link/us/i/1598037821    Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome George Martin to the podcast to talk kicks. We talk about Arizona and the sneaker community there. The start of the Sneak Diss podcast. George also talks about how sneakers lead him to where he is now. How he see's reselling and what he thinks the current state of sneakers is. We also share some stories, its another fun episode this week! Where to Find George: Socials: @Boost_snob  IG:@thesneakdiss Twitter:@the_sneakdiss Site: https://www.thesneakdiss.com/   Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome HKsmash to the podcast this week, we talk about starting in the fighting game community. What it's like to lose a job in the current day and how TikTok made it more difficult. Where his name came from and where his hobbies has taken him. The current state and power of social media and how it affects him. Also we talk about how sneakers connected all of this and even us! Fun episode this week! Where to Find HKsmash: Socials: @RealHKsmash & @HKsmash Site: https://solo.to/hksmash   Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Uncle Chrissy to the podcast, we talk being a community manager for Sneaker News. His work helping people cop sneakers on Twitter. Working in the Hospitality business, and the things he's been able to accomplish. How'd he start writing for SiteSupply and switching careers. Another fun episode this week! Where to Find Uncle Chrissy: Twitter: @Uncle_Chrissy SiteSupply: https://sitesupply.co/author/89fd8653-89bb-441d-956d-5b202dcfa8ad?page=1  Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Wayne aka TapinKicks to the podcast, we learn about the origin of his account. His ability to be tapped in with kicks. Where his love for sneakers developed, his time in college. We also learned about his family and how he is trying to expand going forward. Another great episode this week! Where to Find Conway: Socials: @TapinKicks Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Conway to the podcast to talk kicks. We talk about his time working on Full Size Run, we also touch on where he grew up. The sneaker scene in his hometown and places he has lived at. His career route and how it all stemmed from sneakers. His love for Jordan's and of course the shoe that started it all. Great episode this week! Where to Find Conway: Socials: @AirConway Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)

This week we welcome Kiki to the pod to talk kicks, we talk growing up in the Queen City. The Charlotte sneaker scene and working at foot stores. Her first pair and what sneakers meant to her family. Starting to post sneakers online and how many pairs she's amassed. Also we talk about story telling in sneakers and how women in sneakers has expanded. Another great episode this week! Where to Find Kiki: IG: @qckikicutie Kick It: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thebluechips1/all-hail-to-the-queen Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks

This week we welcome Cris Rodriguez to the podcast, we talk about his foray into reselling. Where he got his start, working at RIF and the significance of RIF in the LA sneaker scene. His hustle mentality and where it all started. His love for building community and what it means for Syndicate. The start of Syndicate and how he feels its different than other resell shops. The art of reselling and motivating your friends to go after their dreams. Great episode this week! Where to Find Cris: IG: @crsrdrguez Sydicate: https://linktr.ee/syndicatela Store Credit Pod: https://www.youtube.com/@Storecreditpodcast Support the pod by downloading DROPS and COLLECT by SoleSavy: DROPS https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkicks COLLECT https://links.solesavy.com/myfirstkickscollect    Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks   Music by Gordon Bombay: https://thegordonbombay.bandcamp.com/ (Cop something and tell him we sent ya!)