Soleful: Sneaker Stories

In the final episode of season 2, Jason and Kish sit down with Tom Astrella and Hector Rubio of The Footsoldiers, one of the largest footwear design consultancies in the world. Having worked with wide range of clients, from luxury fashion houses like Alexander McQueen and Hussein Chalyan to elite athletes like Sharapova and Djokovic, we can't think of a better way to round the series off than a deep-dive into all things sneaker design. Thanks to all our amazing guests and to all the listeners for the support this series - it's been real.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow on socials:@thefootsoldiers @kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason are delighted to talk to the original sports agent, Donald Dell. He has been instrumental and part of the career of some of the most iconic athletes in history: Arthur Ashe, Stan Smith and…Michael Jordan. Not only that, thanks to his role Donald negotiated two of the most important deals in sneaker history: the Air Jordan line with Nike and the Stan Smith with Adidas. More stories can be found in his latest book “Never Make the First Offer” now in paperbackDon't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason sit down with Joe Foster who, alongside his brother, co-founded Reebok. Dating back to his grandfather who pioneered the spiked running shoe, Joe and his family are part of sneakers history, introducing some of the world's first sport shoes and turning them into a worldwide business. More stories can be found in his new book “Shoemaker”Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, Kish and Jason sit down with artist and designer Helen Kirkum. Helen is widely considered a pioneer within the hacked and deconstructed aesthetic within the sneaker industry, and makes it her mission to bring new life to and create custom pieces from used and thrown away sneakers. Through her practice, Helen challenges us to rethink the meaning of consumption and the way we interact with the products we own.@helenkirkumstudioDon't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason host sneaker culture and streetwear scene veteran Frank 'The Butcher' Rivera and returning guest Erin Narloch to talk about their work on the Reebok Archive, what it means to help a brand find its identity, and how to preserve its legacy. Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Kish and Jason sit down with Elizabeth Semmelhack, curator and creative director of the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto and author of the book "Sneakers X Culture: Collab”. On top of today's trends and their evolution, Elizabeth also takes us on a journey through the history and cultural significance of footwear.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason talk to legendary creative director & designer Jacques Chassaing. As Head of Footwear Creation and latterly VP of Design at Adidas, in the 80s Jacques and his team came up with the original Adidas ZX range, used by runners of all types and abilities around the globe for the past 4 decades.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Kish and Jason as they chat with Julia Schoierer AKA Sneaker Queen. Photographer, brand consultant but most of all true sneaker savant thanks to her encyclopaedic knowledge of kicks.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermottAudio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the second episode of season 2, Kish and Jason talk to director and producer Yemi Bamiro.His film "One Man and His Shoes” (available now on BBC iPlayer) tackles the untold story of the world's most iconic sneaker: the Air Jordan.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio & @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermott Audio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to the first episode of season 2!Kish & Jason sit down with Simon “Woody” Wood, the founder and editor of Sneaker Freaker magazine, in this special feature-length episode.In little more than a decade, Woody created a unique global brand at the fore of the sneaker industry, publishing in over 50 countries. In 2018 he also penned The Ultimate Sneaker Book.Please note this episode of Soleful Sneaker Stories was recorded before the tragic death of Virgil Abloh and contains references to his work. RIP Virgil, you will be missed.Don't forget to subscribe now and follow us on socials:@kishkash1@madebyjase@sohoradio and @srpsohostudiosThis is a Soho Radio Originals production.Executive Producer: Davide BlasigAudio Producers: Rachael Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermott Audio Editing & Music: Adrian Meehan Artwork: Stefano Della Schiava See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Soho Radio & Soho Radio Originals are happy to present the second season of the Soleful: Sneakers Stories. Hosted by sneakers experts Kish Kash & Jason Coles, Soleful is a deep dive into the world of sneaker culture. Each episode reveals the amazing stories behind the world's most loved sneakers, straight from the people that create, collect and covet them. After the success of season 1, which featured guests like Stan Smith (Adidas), Steve Van Doren (Vans) and Steven Smith (Nike, New Balance, Yeezy,..), Kish & Jason are back with more stories, talking all things kicks with designers, creators, collectors, fans, men & women across the world that help making this such a thriving scene. The first instalment of season 2 with the legendary Simon "Woody" Wood - founder of Sneaker Freaker - will be available on Wednesday 9th Feb, with new episodes dropping weekly. Executive Producer: Davide Blasig Audio Producers: Rachel Bird, Will Fitzpatrick, Alice McDermott Audio Editing: Adrian Meehan Music: Adrian MeehanArtwork: Stefano Della SchiavaTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to Sam Pearce and Richie Roxas about New Balance and hear why an English chicken farmer first founded the brand, how it revolutionised running with the much loved 99X series and why Steve Jobs made them his sneakers of choice.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason continue their chat with legendary sneaker designer Steven Smith and hear about his time at Fila, the impact he made at Nike and how he began his creative partnership at Yeezy Brand with hip-hop superstar Kanye West, designing the most headline grabbing sneakers in modern sneaker culture.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to Yeezy Design Director Steven Smith, one of the most celebrated & prolific designers in sneaker history, about how he started his career and the stories behind some of his greatest kicks including the New Balance 997 & 1500, adidas Artillery, Reebok InstaPump Fury, Nike Spiridon and Zoom Streak Spectrum.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to the former Olympian that Runner’s World named the most versatile runner in the world, Rod Dixon, about becoming the first athlete to win the marathon in shoes he designed himself, his incredible victory in New York City and how Saucony and his KiDSMARATHON foundation are inspiring kids to get active.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason continue the story of the adidas Superstar with Thomas Turner, who reveals how the shoe made the transition from all-conquering basketball sneaker to street fashion icon on the feet of hip-hop legends Run DMC and became of the first shoes to kick start modern sneaker culture.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to creator of the adidas Superstar, Chris Severn, about why the shoe began life as a top secret project, how it conquered both the NBA & ABA in the 70s and how the foundations were laid for it to become one of the most loved sneakers in history.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to Hal Peterson about the best selling sneaker of all time, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star, and learn about the origins of the shoe, its five decade dominance in basketball and why despite recently celebrating its 100th birthday it remains so popular.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to renowned Nike expert Jordan Geller about his passion for all things Nike & Michael Jordan, and the story behind the Shoezeum, his Guinness Record breaking Nike collection that included the world’s most expensive pair of sneakers.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to Erin Narloch about the birth of Reebok, how the brand found its fortune and plucky Brit identity in America and how it used the power of women to knock Adidas and Nike off the top and became the biggest sports brand in the world.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to Dr. Thomas Turner to uncover where modern sneakers came from and learn how lawn tennis made sports shoes the height of popular fashion.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish and Jason talk to Vans legends Steve Van Doren and Henry Davies about the birth of the brand, how customs became a Vans cornerstone and why skateboarders made them their sneaker of choice.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kish & Jason talk to U.S. Open & Wimbledon champion Stan Smith about his career, his legendary shoe, his diverse range of collabs and how the Stan Smith sneaker became one of the best selling kicks of all time.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Jon Gill & Joey McCarthyExec Producer Tony PastorMusic by DJ SwerveTwitter: @Soleful_PodcastInstagram: @Soleful_Podcast#SolefulPodcastNote: This podcast was recorded remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hosted by sneaker experts Kish Kash and Jason Coles, ‘Soleful’ is a brand new podcast that offers a weekly deep dive into the world of sneakers and sneaker culture.In each episode Kish and Jason will reveal the amazing stories behind the world’s most loved sneakers and interview the people that created, collect and covet them.We’ll also be answering your questions about all things kicks so send them to us via social media. Find us @soleful_podcast or use #SolefulPodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.