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Awake NY founder and former Supreme brand director Angelo Baque joins us on this week's episode to discuss the hottest news in fashion. After providing his opinion on some of the biggest product reveals in recent days, he takes the time to delve into his brand and the fashion industry as a whole. Baque and host Noah Thomas begin the podcast by discussing a number of new sneakers, ranging from the Air Force 1 winter boot and adidas' mule creation, to Cactus Plant Flea Market's rhinestone Dunks. The two then touch on Gucci and The RealReal's recently-announced secondhand initiative, Matthew Williams' debut Givenchy collection, and artists collaborating outside of their realm. Next, Baque discusses giving deeper meaning to collaborations and drawing from things that inspire him personally. He speaks on how products should bring awareness, as well as being able to appeal to multiple markets and age demographics by knowing who you are as a brand and remaining honest and sincere in the work. A significant portion of the conversation is rightfully dedicated to brands needing to find consistency in nurturing black and brown talent. Donations have quickly become the trendy play, but without consistency, there will be no change in diversifying the industry. Relevant Links: NIKE'S NEW ALL-BLACK AF1 BOOT IS THE PERFECT WINTER HYBRID STUDIO FY7’S 992 COLLAB IS THE NEXT WE’LL BE SAD TO TAKE AN L ON THESE ADIDAS CLOGS ARE FOR THOSE THAT CAN’T BRING THEMSELVES TO BUY CROCS IF PARIS HILTON WERE A SHOE, SHE'D BE THE CPFM X NIKE DUNK LOW GUCCI WANTS YOU TO STOP BUYING NEW GUCCI THE FIRST MATTHEW WILLIAMS COLLECTION AT GIVENCHY IS FINALLY UNLOCKED BALENCIAGA'S SS21 COLLECTION IS A BIG POST-PANDEMIC MOOD J blavin x mcdonalds collab  WE’VE ARRIVED AT THE ERA OF THE “INSOURCED COLLAB” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have two special guests on this week's episode. First up, Highsnobiety Editor-in-Chief, Thom Bettridge, calls in to discuss the hottest news in sneakers, fashion, and beyond. And then hip-hop legend, DJ Paul, joins us to dish on his new podcast, Mafia Radio. Led by host Noah Thomas, Thom begins the show by providing his thoughts on a number of high-profile sneaker collaborations, ranging from Vivienne Westwood's new ASICS, to Grace Wales Bonner x adidas and Aimé Leon Dore's obscure New Balance project. Next, the two delve into Reebok's appointment of Kerby Jean-Raymond as its Global Creative Director and Tyler, the Creator's message to fans regarding voting in the upcoming election. DJ Paul then joins the program to speak on his new podcast on Hot New Hip Hop, called Mafia Radio. The show will include interviews with celebrities, discussions on everything from music and fashion, to cars, real estate, and politics, and stories from the man himself on the younger, wilder days of Three 6 Mafia. Elsewhere on The Dropcast, DJ Paul touches on Three 6 Mafia's influence on the new generation of hip-hop, 2020 being a year for the hustlers, and his duties as the "hood newsman." Press play above to hear Thom Bettridge and DJ Paul on The Dropcast, and look out for Mafia Radio coming to Hot New Hip Hop in early-to-mid October. Relevant Links: YOU CAN NOW SHOP VIVIENNE WESTWOOD’S NET-EQUIPPED GEL-KAYANO 26 NIKE SB DUNK HIGH "INVERT CELTICS" IS TWO COLORWAYS IN ONE @louisvuitton and @nba announced their partnership in January, and here's a potential preview of their first collaborative Here’s your first look at the basketball-inspired B27 sneaker by  AIMÉ LEON DORE RESURRECTS A FORGOTTEN NEW BALANCE SNEAKER Grace Wales Bonner x adidas Marine serre ss21 A$AP ROCKY & TYLER, THE CREATOR SHOW YOU HOW TO STYLE NEW SEASON GUCCI KERBY JEAN-RAYMONAD IS REEBOK'S NEW GLOBAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR @feliciathegoat is urging his fans to vote in the upcoming election.  Hot New Hip Hop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Artist and owner of Babylon Cartel, Gianni Lee, joins us on this week's episode to discuss the latest topics in the Highsnobiety world. After delving into the current events, we then talk to GCDS creative director, Giuliano Calza, as he provides us with some background info on the label's recent digital fashion show. While speaking with Highsnobiety's Noah Thomas, Lee shares his thoughts on everything from Slam Jam's upside-down Swoosh Dunks and Dior's new mules, to Kanye West's YEEZY slides, our Colette, Mon Amour Tokyo merch, and the PlayStation 5 pre-order frenzy. He also touches on some of his most recent projects, including a limited edition rug. Next up, Giuliano Calza shares his thoughts on an unusual Milan Fashion Week, before delving into GCDS' SS21 showcase, which served as the first-ever digital fashion arcade. Admittedly excited about virtual shows, Calza feels the GCDS showcase was entirely on-brand for both himself and the label. He has been into cartoons for years, so creating such an otherworldly atmosphere came somewhat easy to him, he says. But while he thoroughly enjoyed working on the digital show, as well as the collection, he insists he's already on to the next show and the next project. To get inside the mind of Giuliano Calza and find out what he sees for the future of GCDS, and fashion in general, press play above. Relevant Links: SLAM JAM'S NIKE DUNK FLIPS THE SWOOSH UPSIDE DOWN OFF-WHITE SHOE COVERS ARE THIS SEASON'S SNEAKER SAVIOUR DIOR MULE ALYX NEW SNEAKER ‘COLETTE, MON AMOUR’ TOKYO MERCH IS COMING YOUR WAY SOON DAPPER CORDUROY SUITS AS EVERYDAY WEAR? NO VACANCY INN, STÜSSY & A$AP NAST THINK SO HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE FW20 GETS FORMAL WITH TUXEDO PLEATS DEMNA GVASALIA IS PREPARING US TO CARE ABOUT  COUTURE FOR THE FIRST TIME PATTA X UMBRO X INTER MILAN SONY APOLOGIZES FOR CHAOTIC PLAYSTATION 5 PREORDERS Gianni Lee GCDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Macklovitch and Nathan Gannage of Saintwoods join us on the latest episode to talk the hottest products in fashion. Led by host Noah Thomas, the podcast kicks off with a discussion on the best sneakers to pop up in recent days, followed by commentary surrounding some key streetwear collaborations. After providing listeners with a bit of background on their multifaceted outfit, Zach and Nathan give their thoughts on Bottega Veneta’s couch-like loafers that are perfect for office wear in the winter. From there, talk transitions to Hender Scheme and The North Face's new must-have release, which blends utility and style. This week's fashion news centers around a series of streetwear collabs from Virgil Abloh's Off-White™️ and Stüssy, Palace and Happy Mondays, and Supreme and Yohji Yamamoto. We also discuss this year's CFDA Fashion Awards winners to round out the segment. Press play above to hear Zach Macklovitch and Nathan Gannage of Saintwoods delve into the latest in footwear and fashion, and be sure to stay on the lookout for their tenth collection dropping at the end of the month and a monumental collab with Helmut Lang coming at the end of the year. Relevant Links: Bottega Veneta’s Couch-Like Loafer Might Be Fall’s Comfiest Footwear Hender scheme x The North Face  @dior’s CD1 continues to evolve every season and here’s the FW20 edition. Virgil Abloh Reveals First Look at New Off-White™ x Stüssy Collab Palace x Happy Monday Supreme Is Far From Over, the Yohji Yamamoto Collab Proves It With a Big CFDA Fashion Award Win, Kerby Jean-Raymond Shows What’s Next 4SDesigns @willsmith partners with @airbnb to celebrate the @freshprince 30th anniversary, listing the iconic Bel-Air mansion on the home-sharing platform. ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WhenSmokeClears® is a jewelery and fashion brand based in Los Angeles. Known for their varsity cardigans and “Radiant Heart” patches, the label was nearly destroyed in the nascent stages of their growth when a blaze took over the team’s apartment in their former New York base. Now, true to its name, the brand is thriving in LA, where it’s made the “Radiant Heart” logo a signature part of its aesthetic; one that speaks to the ability to overcome adversity by radiating love and positivity. You can check out their online store (and a new pair of patchwork-detailed jeans) here. We invited founders of the brand Thermal and Ksace to join host Noah Thomas to weigh in on some of the week’s hottest releases: the paisley Community Garden Dunks (“they look like something John Mayer would like”), Reebok’s divisive spin on the Chelsea boot, YEEZY slides, Vetements’ self-troll, Travis Scott’s high-calorie collab with McDonald’s, and Virgil Abloh’s new Mercedes. We also answer our deceptively simple QOTW: “High tops or Low tops?” Smash the play button above to hear our take. For a chance to hear yourself in a future episode of The Dropcast, peep Highsnobiety’s Instagram every Monday for the latest QOTW, then call The Dropcast Hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) and leave an answer. We’ll catch you next week. Relevant Links: Each Pair of This “Community Gardens” Dunk Low Is Unique Reebok’s Chelsea Boot-Slash-Instapump Fury Is Not as Awful as It Sounds The adidas YEEZY 450 “Ophani” Could Be Kanye’s Next Slide Offering Nike Is Dropping a Blood-Soaked “Freddy Krueger” Air Max 95 Nike Tries to Extend Summer With the 2020 Nike Air Max 1 “Powerwall” Wait, Did Demna Gvasalia Just Rip Off…Demna Gvasalia? Virgil and Mercedes-Benz Want To Rebuild the Luxury Landscape, They Explain How Stop the Press: Kim Jones Is Joining Fendi Nugget Pillows & Menu Rugs…Travis Scott’s McDonald’s Merch Is Supersized Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode, we spotlight a number standout sneaker releases. Maison Margiela just debuted a luxe reinterpretation of the Air Jordan 4, while fragment design is prepping the release of a pair of Air Jordan 3s. Reebok will soon be delivering two fall-appropriate colorways of its new lifestyle sneaker, the Premier Road Modern, an inline silhouette that is definitely worthy of a cop. In other sneaker-related news, adidas’ Jon Wexler has left the brand to join Shopify. Wex is largely responsible for bolstering the brand’s roster of ambassadors, having added Kanye West, Pharrell, and Beyoncé — just to name a few — to the Three Stripes team during his tenure. Also, we continue our discussion surrounding Walter Van Beirendonck’s criticism of Virgil Abloh, which is hypocritical at best. The episode comes to a close as we segue from Neymar’s potential deal with PUMA to ask our listeners what sportswear brand they would want to be sponsored by. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leading the way is Lucien Clarke x Louis Vuitton, as Virgil Abloh tapped the London-based skateboarder to help design the fashion house's first-ever skate shoe. Civilist’s Nike SB Dunk is another high-profile skate sneaker that's on the way, while Snow Peak has teamed up with New Balance for a three-in-one footwear collab that just makes sense. And let's not forget Virgil's forthcoming Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen. We really hope it doesn't come with a huge red zip-tie. On the style front, we take some time to discuss NEIGHBORHOOD's FW20 collection that just dropped, as well as Aimé Leon Dore's new campaign starring friends and family of the brand. Also, is Dior Homme making its own movie? We think we deserve that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a couple of seasons that were kind of meh, Supreme’s latest offering contains a few bangers. Is the label officially back on its bullshit? From polarizing, troll-level pieces like the crossed-double-BOGO hoodies to instant bangers like the Mondrian fleece, we discuss the FW20 collection (and listeners weigh in with some spicy voicemails of their own) on the latest episode. In addition to the week in fire releases, we take a moment to bid goodbye to one of The Dropcast’s co-hosts. But don’t worry — the show will still go on! We also talk a bit about UNION’s latest anime promoting its upcoming Jordan collaboration. The four-minute episode of Reggieknow’s It Was A Good Day features a pair of the UNION x Jordan 4s and was animated by D’Art Shtaijo, a Black-owned anime studio in Tokyo. Peep the full video below. Relevant Links: END Clothing x New Balance Release a Crispy ‘Grey Gull’ 1500 Meet the Capsule of Cowboy Crocs No One Ever Asked For Together, Noah & adidas Are for the Oceans Worried About USPS? Here’s How to Ensure Your (Remote) Vote Still Counts LeBron James Unveils the New Tune Squad Uniforms for ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ Our Legacy x Stüssy Might Be the Collaboration of 2020 Uniqlo’s In-Demand AIRism Masks Are Finally Coming to the U.S. Fear of God Collection Seven is One SPICY Meatball RZA Made a New Ice Cream Truck Jingle to Replace One With Racist History Katt Williams’ Powerful Supreme Monologue Is Required Viewing Supreme Crosses the BOGO Streams with FW20 Lookbook Jacob & Co., Mortal Kombat and, erm, Colgate Lead the Supreme FW20 Accessories Charge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode, hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas take a quick second to talk about the upcoming U.S. election, and the severity of what’s at stake. After discussing the nomination of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden’s running mate, the conversation shifts to product-oriented fare, starting with sneakers tailor-made for the summer. There’s Aime Leon Dore’s crispy New Balance 1300 collab, with a rich green or dusty pink upper on top of a vintage-inspired sole, as well as Eric Emanuel’s clean Reebok Club C collaboration, combining a mostly white upper with a pop of color in the heel tab and inner lining. In style news, we discuss Virgil Abloh and Walter Van Beirendonck’s current beef, Futura’s fire CDG collab, and then discuss labels that were truly ahead of their time. Listen to the ep to find out who finally gets their roses. Relevant Links: Kanye West Gives Us a Look at Some Unreleased YEEZY Designs Aimé Leon Dore Teases Vintage-Inspired New Balance 1300 Collab Steph Curry Could Be Getting His Own Under Armour Brand Like Mike The Air Max Zoom 950 Should Be the Blueprint for All “Remade Classics” Eric Emanuel’s Reebok Club C is Primed for Everyday Wear sacai Gives Us Our Best Look at Its Upcoming Nike Collabs Soulland x Li-Ning Offers a Glimpse Into the Future of Running Sneakers A Look at Our Hair Future, According to Jawara Wauchope Virgil Abloh Addresses Walter Van Beirendonck Plagiarism Claims Futura’s New COMME des GARÇONS Collab Just Dropped Online I Never Heard of You Gives a Middle Finger to Corporate Streetwear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon talk about one of the last sneaker stories that until now, hasn’t been retold via product. That of course is the Nike Air Ship, Michael Jordan’s original on-court shoe, and the one famously “banned” by the NBA. Somehow an Italian boutique finessed its way into re-releasing the classic. Speaking of sneakers, we asked Dropcast listeners to weigh in on today’s kick game. Has it simply become too hard to buy cool sneakers? The resounding answer was yes, from salty voicemails about SNKRS Ws turning to Ls when orders get canceled a week after they’re placed, to the endless hustle of raffle after raffle, to ultimately having to pay resale prices or figure out how bots work, it seems too many people are frustrated with the current state of the market. What needs to change? Listen to the episode and find out. Relevant Links: Michael Jordan’s Banned Air Ship Pro Is Coming to Europe Raheem Sterling Debuts BAPE x Clarks Wallabees & Desert Boots Balenciaga’s Popular Track Sneaker Is Turned Into a Slide A Supreme x Nike Air Jordan 1 “Stars” Is Rumored to Drop in 2021 JJJJound’s Mouth-Watering New Balance 992 Gets a Wider Release Dime Teases an Unreleased New Balance Collaboration Where to Buy the Air Jordan 1 Co Jp People Are Actually Bidding Hundreds on Old Fyre Festival Merch Our Legacy’s New “HANDS” Capsule is Dropping on Friday Noah x Nordstrom Team Up on Latest Concept Shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon discuss everything from crepe-sole wrapped Hender Scheme sneakers to the influence of late Japanese designer Kansai Yamamoto. We also touch on some of the biggest reveals of the week — namely the Union x Jordan 4 leak and the news that Mercedes-Benz and Virgil Abloh are working on a collaboration. The German automaker has tapped the creative services of the Ghanaian-American multi-hyphenate to create a “limited-edition artwork” that will be revealed to the world on September 8. Fingers are crossed that it’s a fire take on the inimitable Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon. But no matter what the final product looks like, we’re certain of one thing — it’s gonna have an insane soundsystem. Relevant Links: Hender Scheme’s Latest Wrapped Runners Are Super Crepe-y A Wild New adidas YEEZY 451 Sample Has Surfaced Online Take Your Best Look Yet at the Sample Off-White™ x Nike Air Force 1 “MCA” Here’s Your First Look at the Union x Air Jordan 4 Virgil Abloh & Mercedes to Release Limited-Edition Artwork Engineered Garments SS21 Proves Daiki Suzuki Just Don’t Miss The Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Memes Prove How Unprotected Black Women Are Legendary Fashion Designer Kansai Yamamoto Has Passed Away More Fear of God ESSENTIALS SS20 Pieces Just Dropped Online Highsnobiety’s Staples Collection Makes Coziness an Afterthought The Internet Doesn’t Care for a Fashion Week Without Influencers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode, there’s a ton of impending heat to talk about. Probably the hottest release is the Grateful Dead Dunk SBs, the furry lovechild of the Three Bears pack and the recent Deadhead trend that saw streetwear dudes copping a lot of tie-dye and emulating John Mayer. We talk about how whoever’s seeding pairs is doing a good job at getting the kicks on the feet of the right people who vibe with the shoe, and admit that it’s kind of cool the concept came together despite the polarizing execution. We also take our caps off and acknowledge the quiet perfection of Virgil Abloh’s latest Jordan 4 collab — essentially an off-white Off-White™ shoe that’s a chef’s kiss in subtle style. Listen to the full episode to hear voicemails in response to the Question of the Week, where Dropcast listeners weigh in on what brands they’re supporting these days and why. Relevant Links: Here’s Where & When to Buy the Grateful Dead Dunk Lows This Week Takashi Murakami’s Insane PORTER High-Top Returns in All Black Where to Buy Virgil Abloh’s “Sail” Air Jordan 4 This Week Stüssy’s Hybrid Air Zoom Spiridon Caged 2 KK Drops This Week Eric Emanuel’s Reebok Question Mid “Pink Toe” Is Dropping Soon Kenny Germé’s ‘Godfather’ Tells a Multi-Generational Tale of Black Legacy-Making Kanye West Misses Deadline for Presidential Ballot in South Carolina Here Are the Nominees for the 2020 CFDA Fashion Awards Portland Protesters Are Being Terrorized By a Secret Police Force Jacquemus Shows SS21 Collection in a Field of Wheat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we look at Paris’ “phygital” fashion week, highlighting some of our favorite shows and listening to voicemails from people’s picks. Spoiler alert: the Kid Super hive came through heavy and left like a billion VMs talking about how dope his stop-motion show was. And yes, it was pretty sick. But first we dive into some of the week’s best releases, including a fire pair of collaborative ASICS from AFFIX that look super breathable and cushiony. The DC heads in us also eagerly await confirmation of the rumored Supreme x Nike Air Max Goadome boots (shouts to Wale) and rejoice in the announcement that Shayne Oliver’s Hood By Air label has made its triumphant return this week. Then we commiserate over the loss of Need Supply Co. and Totokaelo, two of the most legit stores to ever do it, as well as iconic venues like China Chalet and Kinfolk, two nightlife spots near and dear to Highsnobiety. Damn you Thanos! Relevant Links: AFFIX Gives ASICS’ Ultra Comfy Novablast a Makeover Jaden Smith’s First New Balance Sneaker Is Vegan-Friendly New Fragment x Air Jordan 3 Colorway Rumored to Drop This Fall Dior x Jordan Collection In-Store Release Canceled in the United States A Supreme x Nike Air Max Goadome Is Rumored to Drop This Year First Look: Salehe Bembury x New Balance 2002 The Great (and Not So Great) Men’s Shows From ‘Phygital’ Fashion Week Dior Collaborates with Ghanaian Artist Amoako Boafo for SS21 Hood By Air is Officially Coming Back This Thursday 4 Teenagers Charged With Pop Smoke’s Murder, 2 Could Face the Death Penalty Need Supply Co. and Totokaelo Will Close Permanently The NEXT 20: The Brands and Cultural Pioneers Shaping Youth Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dropcast discusses some of the best releases this week before diving a bit deeper on the biggest stories in our world. Some of the sneakers discussed include YEEZY’s polarizing Foam Runner which, at $75, turned out being a lot cheaper than we thought it would be — at least before resale. We keep the Kanye West-centric conversation going later in the episode when talking about one of the most unprecedented partnerships to date: Gap and Kanye West. The 10-year deal coincides with Kanye West is creating his own industry in Wyoming, which includes making his own textiles on a farm and building factories to increase U.S. production. Uh…’Ye, are you hiring? Relevant Links: Kanye West Just Surprise Dropped the YEEZY Foam Runner Take a Closer Look at the Rumored Re-Release of the Japan-Exclusive Air Jordan 1 “Midnight Navy” Jonah Hill’s Next adidas Sneaker Is the Iconic Samba Pyer Moss Supports the Innocence Project with Special Reebok Experiment 4 Fury Trail New Uniqlo UT Collection Lets You Showcase Your Manga Sports Fandom Black-Owned Netherlands Fashion Brands Unite for Black Lives Matter T-Shirts Virgil Abloh’s Pop Smoke Cover Art Pulled After Fan Backlash Limited Series on Colin Kaepernick Coming to Netflix From Ava DuVernay NBA to Allow Players to Add Social Justice Statements to Jerseys Gap Controversially Shelves Telfar Collab Amid New YEEZY Deal Gap Stock Soars After Kanye West Reveals YEEZY Partnership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unless you’ve been living under a rock with no Wi-Fi access (get your game up, Patrick Star), you probably heard the long-awaited Dior Jordan 1 sneakers quietly released this week. Well, “release” is a term we use loosely, as people really just got a chance to register for the opportunity to buy a pair. Chances are you’re not one of the lucky few to receive one of the estimated ~8,500 pairs up for grabs! Good thing there are plenty of consolation prizes to talk about this week, from new YEEZY basketball sneakers to furry Nike Dunk SBs inspired by The Grateful Dead’s ursine mascots. Relevant Links: Virgil Donates Signed Off-White x Nike Air Jordan 4s to BLM Auction Dior’s Long-Awaited Air Jordan 1s Confirmed to Release Soon Kanye West’s YEEZY Basketball Sneaker Is Releasing Soon in a New Colorway Sean Wotherspoon’s atmos x ASICS GEL-Lyte III Finally Gets a Release Date Here’s Your First Look at Nike’s New Zebra Print Air Max 95 The “Champ Colors” Nike Dunk Low Drops Tomorrow Take an On-Foot Look at the Rumored The Grateful Dead x Nike SB Dunk Low K-Pop Fans & TikTok Teens Successfully Sabotage Trump’s Tulsa Rally Kapital FW20 Supreme Celebrates Iconic Australian Artist Leigh Bowery with Latest Collection Palace x Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Stüssy Summer 2020 Has Arrived Online GDFGHT “Greenwood” Shirt NOT IN PARIS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon open up with a look at some of the latest in sneakers, including Brain Dead’s garden-inspired Reebok collab and the newest YEEZY Boost 380 that looks like a Fruity Pebble. Then we shift to the importance of supporting Black Trans Lives and the ongoing protests around the world continuing the fight for social justice. After outlining some action steps people can take, we tackle the two biggest news stories of the week: Matthew Williams’ appointment as creative director at Givenchy and Kanye West’s upcoming YEEZY cosmetics line, which will purportedly include toothpaste. Listen to the episode to hear speculation about what it tastes like. Relevant Links: Kerby-Jean Raymond On Defunding the Police: “Anything Else Isn’t Worth Talking About” The Next adidas YEEZY Boost 380 Drops This Week Here’s a Detailed Look at Brain Dead’s Wild Reebok Classic Leather Collab The Nike Air Jordan 6 “Hare” Finally Drops This Week Scooby Doo’s Iconic Mystery Machine Makes it Onto the Chuck ’70 Hi Cop Hender Scheme’s Luxe Leather Air Force 1s Right Here Pusha T & Virginia Williams Welcome First Child Together Thousands Showed Up to Support Black Trans Lives, Here’s How You Can Too New Petition Calls for CFDA to Amend Anti-Racism Initiatives Alicia Keys & John Legend to Face-Off in a Special Juneteenth Verzuz Battle Matthew Williams Joins Givenchy as Creative Director Sies Marjan to Close Its Doors You Could Soon Be Brushing Your Teeth With YEEZY Toothpaste Akon Just Announced a $6 Billion Construction Plan for Akon City Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, internal protests at adidas addressing the company's racist culture takes center stage. Hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon discuss the article we published earlier this week, outlining the need for an overhaul of how the company treats its Black employees. But it's not all bad news for the sneaker world, as SNEEZE magazine released a Reebok Club C (an adidas-owned company that certainly isn't faultless either) with all the proceeds going to Black Lives Matter. We also examine some of the better Nike releases this week, how Yelp is making it easier than ever to find Black-owned businesses, and why Philipp Plein is still a fuccboi for his latest BLM shenanigans. Relevant Links adidas Employees Protest Internal Racism SNEEZE Mag To Donate All Profits From Its Reebok Club C to BLM Nike’s Space Hippie Marks a New Era of Sustainable Product Michael Jordan & Jordan Brand Pledge $100 Million to the Black Community Tremaine Emory On Why He Won’t Release His Converse Collab Until Nike Changes Its Ways Another “Be True To Your School” Nike Dunk Drops This Week Nike & Drake Are Rumored to Drop a Air Force 1 Next Year This Is Your Best Look Yet at the Pharrell x adidas Originals Superstar Philipp Plein Is Using Black Lives Matter to Get Out of His Ferrari Lawsuit Lewis Hamilton Demands All Racist Statues are Torn Down Yelp Is Launching a New Black-Owned Businesses Feature KAWS Is Releasing a New Companion Figure in Support of Black Lives Matter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon change things up and get serious about the Black Lives Matter movement, social justice, and holding ourselves, our friends, our co-workers, and damn near everyone we know accountable. We understand the importance of keeping this energy not just 'til the November elections, but every day. Systematic oppression and institutionalized racism are two complicated forces that are difficult to fight, but we talk about the ways in which we've challenged ourselves to face them head-on. Noah opens up about his experiences as a young black man literally just trying to live, and the kind of fuckery people put up with on a regular basis just to ensure other people's comfort. And yeah — those days are done. Relevant Links: James Whitner On How Companies & People Can Step Up for the Black Community This Is Why People Are Calling to Defund the Police Here Are the Ways You Can Help Support Protesters in Minneapolis and Beyond How to Donate to Black Lives Matter if You’re Broke George Floyd’s Brother Wants You to Vote in the Primaries Today The End of Policing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of The Dropcast, hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas kick things off by discussing a previously unseen colorway of the sacai x Nike Vaporwaffle, a sneaker that looks like it was possibly made in a wafflemaker, just like mom (and Bill Bowerman) used to make! This colorway is kind of mid compared to the ones we've teased before, but it's hard to beat a white sneaker for summer. PLEASURES is also back with a new Reebok collab, taking the hippie-infused Beatnik and adding spider web motifs, resulting in a part mall-goth, part-vampire vibe that meshes well with UNDERCOVER's Spring/Summer 2020 collection. We also ask how we can make as much money as Joe Rogan has with Spotify (reselling sneakers are involved), before getting into the question of the week, which is tied to the release of Supreme's massive Mac Tools workstation that looks like it was stolen off a Fast & Furious movie set. We asked Dropcast listeners “What's the weirdest item you've ever copped from a brand?” and you guys didn't disappoint with your impulsive buying habits. Listen to the full episode above and weigh in on The Dropcast Hotline at 833-444-4766. Relevant Links A New Colorway of sacai’s Nike Vaporwaffle Surfaces Online The Nike Air Force 1 “Puerto Rico” Is Officially Coming Back The “Natural Grey” Air Jordan 1 From 1985 Could Be Returning Next Year Human Made & adidas Are Dropping More Stan Smiths Soon Kanye West Is Working on a New Album Elon Musk & Grimes’ Revised Baby Name Is Still Impossible to Pronounce Alessandro Michele Announces Gucci Is Going Seasonless Supreme’s Crazy Expensive Workstation Is the Ultimate Fuccboi Underwear Drawer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas go back and forth on the week's hottest releases. On the top of that list of course the Ben & Jerry's x Nike SB Dunk Low — better known as the “Chunky Dunky.” The cow print kicks made even more waves this week when lucky F&F members got their pairs in giant-sized pints, along with actual cream. Meanwhile, YOON's upcoming Dunk High collab gives the hosts some nostalgia for a certain Puma sneaker designed by Hussein Chalayan, one of the most underrated designers that archive heads should really show more love to. There's also a brick of a shoe in. adidas' latest Stan Smith, a half-hearted attempt to court some #muleboyz love that ends up looking like a sneaker that's only 90% finished. After breaking down what “crispy nylon” is and why it's so important to KITH's Spring 2020 collection, the conversation shifts to Asian-American and black communities finding solidarity during this time of strife. Following up on a piece we published this week about the depth of the impact Asian-Americans have had in streetwear and sneakers, the 100th-best Filipino/black talent duo since Chad Hugo and Pharrell have a brief discussion on how we can work together to fight oppression — similar to the points actor and activist Kendrick Sampson makes in one of this week's Vibe Check episodes. Relevant Links Ben & Jerry’s x Nike SB Dunk Low Will Drop in a Special Ice-Cream Box Yoon Ahn Is Working on New AMBUSH x Nike Dunk Colorways Here’s Your First Look at Palace x adidas’ Latest Signature Model for Lucas Puig adidas’ Latest Stan Smith Makeover is a #MuleBoyz Treat LeBron James & Adam Sandler Are Making a Netflix Movie Together Kid Cudi & Virgil Abloh Just Released a New Limited Edition Collab KITH Gets Tactical With Utility-Driven Spring 2020 Collection How Street Culture Shaped Asian-American Identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas are beyond bummed that most of the week's sneaker releases (and teases) are pretty much a gigantic bag of bricks. There's the Grateful Dead Bear Nike SBs that look like a radioactive version of the Three Bears pack from back in the day, and the long-awaited COMME des GARÇONS x Nike Dunks...which are also disappointing. But there is one shoe that manages to pass their taste test, and you'll have to listen to the episode to figure out which one it is. Meanwhile in style news, the Daniel Johnston and Supreme are back with another collaboration, following up on a line of T-shirts from 2012. It's crazy that it happened almost a decade ago, which makes both hosts keenly aware of their own mortality after remembering that they were around for the first time the two entities got together. Of course, one of the most important things in quarantine is hygiene and a regular grooming regimen, which is also why the hosts discuss Highsnobiety's grooming week and one of its standout articles: What's the Skincare Equivalent of Your Favorite Fashion Brand? And lastly, it appears we very well may be in the middle of a clout drought. Jian explains what that means and digs deeper into his article. For any and all questions (or messages of love, hate, and the gray area in between), don't forget to call The Dropcast Hotline at. 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766). We'll be back soon with more episodes and perhaps a question of the week. Relevant Links: Here’s Your Best Look at Nike’s Grateful Dead Bears-Inspired SB Dunk Low Stüssy’s Third Nike Zoom Spiridon Caged 2 Is Dropping Very Soon Here’s a First Look at the Rumored Nike Air Jordan 1 Low “Sweater” Virgil Abloh Shares First Look at the Nigo-Designed LV² Mule Nike Shares COMME des GARÇONS x Dunk Low Release Date Kanye West Is Releasing a New YEEZY Boot This Week adidas Consortium’s New Beefy Hiker Is a Nod to the ’90s Here’s Your Best Look at Stray Rats’ New Balance 827 “Sewer Stomper” ‘Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 & 2’ Are Being Remastered for PS4 & Xbox Supreme’s New Daniel Johnston Collab Drops This Week What’s the Skincare Equivalent of Your Favorite Fashion Brand? Who Will Survive the Clout Drought? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Kevin Poon, co-founder of Hong Kong-based label CLOT and boutique retailer JUICE, the Covid-19 pandemic is long past lockdown and at the very early stages of getting back to normal. “It feels like we’re watching the same movie, but we’re 40 minutes ahead,” he says in today’s episode of Vibe Check. He’s in a very fortunate position as a small business owner, where he’s had the opportunity to actually open a new location instead of shuttering several during this weird time in history. He recently opened a branch of his Elephant Grounds Cafe in Chengdu, albeit with strong social distancing measures in place and a business model that primarily revolves around to-go orders. But he’s also experiencing a bit of what economists have called “revenge spending” in Asian countries where malls and clothing stores are reopening, cautiously welcoming consumers who are more than eager to cop up fresh gear. Listen to the full episode to hear what it’s looking like on the other side of the pandemic. Stay tuned for new episodes of ‘Vibe Check’ released every Tuesday and Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas talk the latest drops on Highsnobiety’s radar including No Vacancy Inn’s New Balance collab, the 700 percent markup on Air Jordan 1 Chicagos, and the shoes you’ll most likely catch on the feet of drug dealers. In the second half of the show, the hosts give their takes on the style lineup: a courtroom sketch artist’s illustrations of outfits for the Met Gala that never happened and Supreme x Barbour’s Harvard-meets-Oxford collab. This week in pop culture saw Nicolas Cage set to play Joe Exotic in an upcoming scripted series about the documentary miniseries that started it all (1:34). The good news is, Cage and Exotic are one and the same, so no acting will be needed on his part. No Vacancy Inn’s New Balance 650s are kicking off this episode’s lineup of sneaker drops with their 400 pairs exclusive release on StockX — 399, if you don’t count Jian’s pair (2:50). He shares a little background on the shoe, including the influence of the late designer and craftsman George Nakashima. (4:18). The hosts also dig into the inspiration behind the new print on Nike’s latest Air Foamposite One, which features the timely appearance of a silver dragon for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (4:48). Following the premiere of ‘The Last Dance,’ certain sneakers have gone through a surge in popularity. The latest has been the Air Jordan 1 Chicago, with its resale price skyrocketing after the latest episode of the docuseries (6:03). Noah’s on the hunt for some Dennis Rodman and Scottie Pippen shoes, specifically the Air Pippen 2, which have been difficult to come by. Meanwhile, Jian’s planning to try his luck on getting a pair of the Royal Toe Jordan 1s dropping this weekend (7:24). Make sure to check out the Air Jordan ‘Why It’s Cool’ episode to learn about the shoe’s legacy through the words of designer Peter Moore and other industry figures.  The Nike Air Deschutz sandal has Noah and Jian divided, but the duo does agree on one thing about the shoe: you can bet on catching some street pharmacists wearing a pair, along with the Purple Metallic Nike Air Jordan 4s dropping later this month (8:58). Palace’s SS20 teaser opens up this week’s style news, showcasing a clean shirt with floral embroidery that seems very promising for Noah (11:26). While it’s difficult to envision the future beyond the current pandemic, this wasn’t the case for the courtroom sketch artist who Highsnobiety commissioned to draw fits for the 2020 Met Gala that never happened (13:05). Jian feels like there was a missed opportunity to dress up and sketch out Grimes and Elon Musk’s newborn baby arriving on the red carpet (14:30). He brings things back to Earth with Supreme x Barbour’s latest collection, which is great in theory, but goes awry when you think about the people you can see wearing it (15:25). Wrap up your week with ‘Vibe Check’ where Jian checks in with Murda Beatz who’s part of a new network he dubs the “MTV of gaming” as well as Team Epiphany’s Coltrane Curtis and Lisa Chu who speak on running their business and influencer marketing. Be sure to check in too by calling the Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) to say what’s up. Relevant Links: Only 400 Pairs of No Vacancy Inn’s New Balance 650 Are Dropping on StockX Nike’s Air Foamposite One Gets Another Galactic Makeover Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Sulfur Resale Price for Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” Skyrockets After Latest ‘Last Dance’ Episode Royal Toe Jordan 1s Dropping This Weekend The First Episode of ‘Why It’s Cool’ Explains the Legacy of the Air Jordan 1 Nike Air Deschutz Sandal Kim Jones x Daniel Arsham CD1 Sneakers The “Purple Metallic” Nike Air Jordan 4 Drops This Month  Palace Introduces Floral Embroidery With First Summer ’20 Teaser CDG x Cactus Plant Flea Market Tees We Asked a Courtroom Sketch Artist to Draw the Met Gala Fits We’ll Never See Supreme’s New x Barbour Collab Drops This Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aleali May is a model, stylist, and creative who’s designed her fair share of Jordans including a pair that makes a nod to her home city of Los Angeles. Aleali catches up with host Jian DeLeon on this episode, sharing what she’s been up to in quarantine which has often involved rewatching some of her favorite fashion documentaries. Aleali joins her fellow Cancers as a homebody who’s appreciating the stay-at-home life as an opportunity to relax and recover from her past fashion week run. She’s finding tasks to keep herself busy, including cooking regularly and spring cleaning her closet. While doing so, Aleali has come across some forgotten pieces, styled them in outfits, and took pictures for documentation. Still, she can’t help but feel disappointed about the cancellation of men’s fashion week, which she feels always brings out the best atmosphere (3:45). Aleali has been taking time out to rerun some of her go-to documentaries and enjoy the discoveries she finds with each new watch. She shares her lineup along with the takeaways for each film in hopes that the younger generation will be inspired by some of the most key players in the game (10:32). Stay tuned for new episodes of ‘Vibe Check’ released every Tuesday and Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Team Epiphany, a marketing and creative agency that’s been around for 15 years, is responsible for conceptualizing the idea of an “influencer” before the social media we know today even existed. They’re also the creative force behind collaborative projects like the Heineken 100 and Coca-Cola Energy x Camp High’s campaign, a brand that was featured in the latest issue of the Highsnobiety magazine. Coltrane Curtis and Lisa Chu, the agency’s managing partners, work, commute, and live together, now even more than ever. Pretty much the only thing they’re fighting about is sharing office space within their NYC apartment. The duo joins host Jian DeLeon to talk about recent projects and the steps they’re taking to keep small businesses up and running. Lisa Chu: In addition to running the agency’s event production, I’m also chief financial officer at Team Epiphany. Which means I’m reading anything and everything that has to do with the stimulus package because this pandemic is having a huge impact on culture and community. We’re an independent, small business that employs over 70 employees so I’m doing everything I can to ensure their financial security as well as the agency’s. I’m on the phone with our friends that own companies like Vosges, Cosabella, LEDE PR and our network of influencer friends to share stimulus information that may help keep our NYC community of small businesses afloat. The agency’s accomplishments from their Coca-Cola and Camp High collaboration is up on Coltrane’s list as one of Team Epiphany’s top five collaborations (5:22). Jian picks his brain on the project’s execution and how brands can speak to an audience during a time when people are increasingly in tune to what’s happening in the product landscape (7:26). Stay tuned for new episodes of ‘Vibe Check’ releasing every Tuesday and Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Jian DeLeon chats with Shane Lindstrom, better known as Murda Beatz, a multi-platinum record producer who’s created hit singles with Travis Scott, Gucci Mane, Drake, Migos, and many more award-winning artists. To keep the momentum going this month, he released two new records and his first drum kit sample pack. Quarantine life has been the same work from home routine as usual for Shane, just heightened to a daily basis. Without outside distractions, artists have either been uninspired or motivated. Shane identifies with the latter, focusing on all things music including his upcoming singles. His latest project is what he refers to as the “MTV of gaming”: Players Ntwrk, a group of artists, producers, and athletes who stream their gameplay while connecting with fans. Shane shares some of his favorite games at the moment that are more than likely to make an appearance on Players Ntwrk (4:30). Jian introduces Shane to the world of Animal Crossing where players have been designing clothing and reimagining real world merch and apparel in a 2D universe. This certainly speaks to Shane who enjoys the sense of community that comes with being both a producer and a gamer. The pandemic has also provided Shane an opportunity to work with a greater variety of artists while revisiting old practices. While working at home, Shane just might release some new gaming beats (6:50). Recently, he released a Quarantine Pack with music production platform Splice, consisting of a drum kit that’s perfect for newly initiated beat makers (9:00). Stay tuned for new episodes of ‘Vibe Check’ dropping every Tuesday and Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas are back with a new show format that stays true to the heart and core of the podcast by focusing on the latest drops on Highsnobiety’s radar. Jian and Noah start off by diving into this week’s hypest sneaker drops, including WTAP’s New Balance M992 collab. In the second half, the duo talk style news from a collision of worlds: Palace and NHS, Astroworld and Fortnite, along with KAWS x The Scotts. Eric Emanuel, Dropcast alum and the designer of his eponymous sportswear brand, starts off the quick hits with his rework of Allen Iverson’s signature Question Mid, which will see a release today as rumored on Emanuel’s Instagram (1:03). The hosts are known for their distaste in mids, but this pair hits the right spot for them (with a caveat, of course). With the days transitioning into summer, Jian sees SNEEZE Magazine’s Reebok’s Club C as the way to go this upcoming season (1:56). Noah believes it’s definitely slept on, and he sees it as an open canvas for DIY and customizations just as much as the Air Force 1s.  Way on the other side of the color spectrum, Nike SB is collaborating with 7-Eleven to release a co-branded Dunk Low (3:20). Speaking of Air Force 1s, the hosts agree that a clean white shoe with simple embroidery would have done the trick. As per Noah’s words, the shoes went too hard on the festive spirit. Jian’s definitely not sleeping on the next silent killers: WTAP’s New Balance M992 is dropping today at select stockists (4:23). In style news, we see the unveiling of another classic, the Levi’s 501 jeans which were first released in the ‘90s (6:27). After wearing sweatpants for days on end, Jian has turned to his Levi’s and Supreme jeans. Noah’s also looking to invest in some raw denim, which probably won’t be the pair in question as they’re most likely sold out. The next coveted item is the Louis Vuitton Millionaires sunglasses coming in at a hefty $890 — the perfect amount to be paid off by a stimulus check with some money left over for groceries and other non-essentials (8:26). As a London-based brand, Palace joins the growing lineup that’s contributing to Covid-19 relief by donating all profits from its NHS TRI-TO HELP capsule to charities supporting the NHS (10:02). Last week, in another meeting of worlds, Travis Scott took to Fortnite for his Astronomical World digital tour in what Jian dubbed as a “psychedelic drug stimulator” (11:20). Now, the artist has added a third installment of merch for this cross-over to his online shop. KAWS has also released the final cover for Travis Scott and Kid Cudi’s new single following two prior limited edition covers which are already sold out (11:52). The hosts give a shout out to Cam Hicks, Virgil Abloh’s go-to photographer who’s releasing his first book on May 6 (12:54). The episode wraps up with “What’d You Cop?” where Noah was gifted a pair of Eytys’ new sneakers and a bracelet from Ineverheardofyou (13:31). Jian received one as well, along with an Aries sweatshirt and tee, a goodie package from Scott Sternberg, and an 18 East cardigan which has been the perfect cozy piece for topping off his quarantine fits.  The Dropcast hotline is open and running, so call in at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) to say what’s up. Relevant Links: Eric Emanuel Reworks Allen Iverson’s Question Mid SNEEZE Magazine’s Bubble Logo Decorates New Reebok Club C Collab We’re Hoping This Rumored 7-Eleven Nike SB Dunk Comes With a Big Gulp WTAPS Unveils a Must-Have New Balance M992 Collab Levi’s Vintage Unveils Limited Edition Japanese Version of Classic 501 Jean Louis Vuitton’s “Millionaires” Sunglasses Just Arrived in New Summer Colorways Palace’s New Tri-Ferg Collection Supports the NHS Travis Scott Adds Glow-In-The-Dark Accessories to His ‘Fortnite’ Merch Travis Scott Releases New KAWS x “The Scotts” Cover New York Nico is Looking for the Most Deadass NY Tee of All Time Cam Hicks, Virgil Abloh’s Go-To Photographer, on Staying Creative During a Crisis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DJ Clark Kent has created a dizzying array of work over the span of his career ranging from mixes to tracks with artists like Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z. The hip hop DJ and producer joins hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas on this week’s episode of ‘The Dropcast’ to talk sports, kicks, and music as he weighs sneaker against sneaker and music artists against each other. Sports fans have been raving about ESPN’s The Last Dance, a documentary that follows Michael Jordan and the Bulls through unseen footage from their 1997-98 championship season (2:53). Clark sees it as an opportunity to identify the greatest of all time once and for all, as younger sports fans finally witness Jordan in action.  The quick hits turn to some new school kicks recently unveiled by ASICS and Kiko Kostadinov as the GEL-Aurania (7:33). Although Clark isn’t raving about them, he speaks to the essentiality of every sneaker and how the importance is measured through their connection to the consumer. A product that has done exactly that is the Supreme x Takashi Murakami box logo tee, which was released to support Covid-19 efforts (11:35).  Stussy x Nike’s Air Zoom Spiridon Caged has been one of the most hyped sneaker collabs, and their first iteration seems to remain largely uncontested despite news of a second silhouette (15:46).  Noah fills everyone in on Babyface and Teddy Riley’s Instagram battle, which viewers called a major fail after the artists called it quits due to sound problems (17:10). The second time was a charm, with four million users tuning in to the session. If Clark were to put a score to it, he would hand the victory to Babyface.  As another big name who has since permeated the world of social media, Drake pulled a victory for breaking a TikTok record with “Toosie Slide,” and his luxurious bed which costs as much as a house has garnered just as much attention (24:51).  This episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked “What celeb has the best sneaker collection?” (34:12). Before the cast dives into the voicemails, Clark names a handful of his top sneakerheads and the quality he looks for in doing so. If you’ve been paying attention, it comes as no surprise that Clark copped a third pair of Sergio Tacchini sneakers along with the Air Fear of God 1 Triple Black, a full box of Fresh Prince of Bel Air gear with a dozen different sweatshirts and T-shirts, a Compound x New York Knicks cap, and the Supreme Murakami tee in “What’d You Cop?” (42:54). He’s also been busy gifting, packing away 400 boxes of sneakers to send off. Relevant Links: Twitter Is Absolutely in Love With ESPN’s ‘The Last Dance’ ASICS & Kiko Kostadinov Unveil Their Latest Hybrid Sneaker Add the “Incredible Hulk” Colorway to Your Air Jordan 1 Rotation  Supreme x Takashi Murakami Unveil New Box Logo Tee Supreme’s My Bloody Valentine Collab Is Absolute Fire Stüssy’s New Air Zoom Spiridon Caged 2 Surfaces in Another Colorway Babyface & Teddy Riley’s Instagram Battle Was a Major Fail & Fans Are Screaming Drake’s “Toosie Slide” Just Broke a Major TikTok Record Drake’s Luxurious Bed Costs As Much As a House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mario Guzman, the mastermind behind the cannabis brand SHERBINSKIS, calls in for this week’s episode of ‘The Dropcast’ to speak with hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas about his business from its roots up to the present day and being dubbed “the Supreme of Marijuana.” As people are gearing up for that time of the year, Mario also shares smart ways to go about selecting your options. The quick hits begin by revisiting an event from earlier in the week as the cast pay their respects to Chynna Rogers, an up-and-coming rapper who passed away at the young age of 25. Then, things go even further back to last season when BEAMS came out with Crocs that were meant to be a part of a capsule collection with Highsnobiety. The Japanese label is back with new military-inspired sandals that the cast is all for (3:56). Another possible return is the Nike SB Dunk Low “Buck” from 2003 which could be returning later this year (5:20). The sneaker’s University of Oregon colorway happens to be the same green and gold that reps Jian’s alma mater, making it an automatic cop. Contemporary artist Daniel Arsham recently announced his newest project, a Uniqlo capsule in collaboration with Pokémon (6:48). As the first visual artist to be granted access to Pokémon’s archive, Arsham’s work is proving that the animated franchise continues to thrive. However, the current times are rough for young fashion designers, and LVMH recognizes that. Mario, Jian, and Noah support the group’s decision to cancel this year’s LVMH prize in order to set up a fund that supports previous winners (9:17). NBA has put a contingency plan in place which includes individual and team training for players before the season resumes (11:02). The cast comes up with novel but not impossible ideas for alternative strategies as they suggest players to battle it out, gladiator style. The fashion industry is also fighting tooth and nail to stay on top during the Covid-19 pandemic, with a new study positing that consumers will start to reach for heritage rather than hype products (15:28). Mario speaks on running his business successfully during the current crisis as well as the necessary traits for a lasting business (17:20). As Mario shares, SHERBINSKIS is the new kid on the block, but his philosophy represents the future for many new brands. He takes it back to the beginning when he was growing out of his garage in the early 2000s while being involved in the legalization movement, and the compassion shown towards veterans, disabled individuals, and the sick during that time in San Francisco (21:18). To put things into perspective, Mario reflects on progressing from worrying about getting shut down on a daily basis into being classified as an essential business. This episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked Dropcast listeners to dig through their memories to the first time they smoked weed (28:07). Callers share the good and the bad, and Mario joins in with anecdotes of his first joint at the age of 11. In “What’d You Cop?” Mario treated himself to a Mercedes-Benz S-Class 560 but also did his share of giving through donations (35:38). This weekend, catch up on new episodes of ‘Vibe Check,’ Highsnobiety’s latest podcast which recently featured A$AP Ferg dropping his quarantine playlist and workout routine, and make sure to tune in to new episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday. Keep your eyes peeled for the next Dropcast QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and make sure to leave a voicemail on the hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant links: BEAMS x Crocs SS20 Adds Military Flavor to Your WFH Footwear The Nike SB Dunk Low “Buck” Could Be Returning Later This Year First Look at Daniel Arsham’s Uniqlo Pokémon Capsule The 2020 LVMH Prize Has Been Cancelled The NBA Has a “Back to Basketball” Contingency Plan Covid-19 Has Decimated the Fashion Industry & Could Spell the End for Hype Product Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harlem’s Kush God started his music career as a battle rapper before signing to a label and going on to collaborate with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, and Snoop Dogg. Recently, Smoke DZA returned with his latest album A Closed Mouth Don’t Get Fed, and he talks about the new music video for “Praying For My Soul,” a single off the album featuring Flipp Dinero, on this week’s episode of ‘The Dropcast.’ Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas talk cozy work-from-home fits courtesy of Needles’ new SS20 drop (4:12). Now that he’s in the know about the new drop, Smoke’s planning to let loose during the quarantine. The same goes for Saucony’s Grid Azura 2000, recently reworked by Bodega. Smoke is a fan of New Balance, expressing that Nike and Adidas are like the McDonald’s and Burger King of sneakers (7:00). Supreme proves its presence once again as the streetwear giant, this time quite literally, in their recent full-page New York Times ad showing friends and family chilling at home in front of a massive box logo T-shirt (8:47). This definitely caught the attention of Smoke who’s been waiting on Supreme to release products larger than their current offerings. Although Smoke isn’t big on Jordans, he digs the alternative Off-White Air Jordan 5 colorway and sees their value as someone who flips sneakers once in a blue moon when the opportunity falls into his lap — as he did with the Off-White Air Force 1s (11:54). If Smoke were to collab with Nike, you’d catch him cooking up fresh colorways for Air Max 97s or Vandals (14:10). Jian recently spoke with James Harris and Lawrence Schlossman of the ‘Throwing Fits’ podcast on the growing possibility of a post-sneaker world in the wake of Covid-19 (15:25). Smoke doesn’t see the trend dying out. While the world was figuratively ending, Smoke was busy shooting the video for “Praying For My Soul,” which will be released next Monday (20:06). Smoke can already be seen donning a mask, which speaks to his hope for the video to be a time capsule reminding future listeners of the Covid-19 crisis. This episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked Dropcast listeners the best quarantine pastime, with callers to the hotline sharing examples of charitable acts and getting the cast to talk the Kush God’s specialty (22:02). Smoke’s staying on top of the indoors lifestyle, having recently copped a new wireless router for gaming in “What’d You Cop?” (27:52). As usual, be on the lookout for the next Dropcast QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and make sure to leave a voicemail on the hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: A Closed Mouth Don't Get Fed Check out Our Favorite Pieces From the Latest Needles Drop Bodega Reworks Saucony’s Crazy Grid Azura 2000 Supreme Takes Out an Ad in New York Times Telling People to Stay Home Virgil Abloh’s Next Off-White™ x Nike Air Jordan 5 Has a New Rumored Release Date Travis Scott Shares Potential Sample Nike SB Dunk Low Air Zoom Spiridon Caged 2 Is Everyone Finally Getting Tired of Sneakers? People Aren’t Buying Clothes, They’re Buying Bread Makers & Kitting Out Their Home Lamplighter Candles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Williams has over a decade of experience as a music and art creative as well as the founder and creative director of 1017 ALYX 9SM, and he’s continuing strong even in the face of the Covid-19 crisis. On this episode of ‘The Dropcast,’ hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas chat with the designer, who is still virtually working with his global teams and finding time in between for online yoga all while living out of his suitcase since returning to New York from Milan after the outbreak. Palace x Evisu start off the quick hits with their MC Skibadee collab paying homage to the latter brand’s role in the London club scene (6:35). One of Matthew’s first jobs in retail was selling denim, and he remains particular about the material to this day when researching and creating pieces for ALYX. Matthew’s also intrigued by the air camouflage seen on Virgil Abloh’s custom jet for Drake, dubbed “Air Drake,” which took inspiration from work created by both creatives: Drake’s Nothing Was The Same cover art, and the set from Louis Vuitton’s Paris Fashion Week show earlier this year (9:53). le. ‘Tiger King’ has been the latest show to blow up during this quarantine period, making people just as unified in agreement about Joe Exotic’s next-level fashion style as they are divided over freeing the incarcerated star (14:01). If you’re looking to graduate from watching the docuseries, tune in to free art and fashion lectures offered by Alexander McQueen’s Sarabande Foundation (17:32). The series launched this past week and will continue to broadcast talks by speakers like Thom Browne, Tim Walker, Molly Goddard, and Samuel Ross until April 9. Nike and Ben & Jerry’s have served their newest creation called the “Chunky Dunky,” a sweet treat for Dunk and ice cream fans (19:00). The talk brings out Matthew’s sweet tooth for mint chip and his weak spot for Kith Treats. Matthew is ready to bring the same undeterred spirit to fashion shows despite cancelations of the London and Paris Fashion Weeks (22:56). Although it’s difficult to predict the specific creative response that this will lead to, Matthew sees potential in the evolution of shows, and speaks to their importance for his brand in creating an ALYX universe that integrates real people. The Question of the Week (QOTW) had Dropcast listeners asking Matthew anything and everything, from motivations for staying creative at home, finding a place in the fashion industry with an unconventional background, to requests for pairs of ALYX Nikes (29:30). It’s no surprise that Matthew’s a fan of mules, seeing how this episode’s Mule of the Week is the ALYX black leather clogs (37:47). Foamposite and Merrell mules all the way around. Make sure to check out ‘Vibe Check,’ a Highsnobiety podcast featuring guests like Brendon and Estelle, the cofounders of Noah, who shared the importance of supporting independent brands, and Mission Chinese Food’s Danny Bowien who discussed anti-Asian xenophobia and dropped a recipe for quarantine soup. Groceries have been a staple for the cast in “What’d You Cop,” and Matthew has stayed top of his workout game with new Nike training gear (39:57). After you catch next episode’s QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, make sure to leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: First Look at the Full Supreme x Lamborghini Collection Palace x Evisu Tap Jungle Legend MC Skibadee for Offical Collab Reveal Virgil Abloh’s Outrageous Custom Jet for Drake Is Levels 767 Cardi B Vows to Start GoFundMe for Imprisoned ‘Tiger King’ Star Joe Exotic Tim Walker, Thom Browne, Samuel Ross & More Are Giving Free Fashion Lectures It Looks Like a Delicious Ben & Jerry’s x Nike SB Dunk Low Is on the Way London & Paris Fashion Week Men’s Canceled, Milan Men’s Fashion Week Postponed Mule of the week - 1017 ALYX 9SM CLOGS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas start off this week’s very special Dropcast episode from their respective home offices. The hosts are joined by Philip Post, the founder of Dertbag, and Bruce Pask, the Men's Fashion Director at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, who give advice and feedback to upcoming designers. Make sure to stick to the end as we announce the winner of our “New Shoe, Who Dis?” giveaway. Philip and Bruce perform a quick Vibe Check by sharing their work from home situations before moving into the quick hits, Covid-19 edition. With luxury houses including Balenciaga and Saint Laurent producing surgical masks in their French workshops in order to fulfill escalating demands, the cast speaks on the industry’s cooperative attitude and how situations such as this serve as important reminders of fashion’s sense of community (4:30). Up-and-coming designers definitely came through by sharing their brands on the Dropcast hotline for this episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW), and the pitchathon sees the top three featured in no particular order (15:37). First up is Tombogo with a mission to construct character through the design process. Tombogo’s designer sees the brand as a reflection of himself as well as the world, an experiential learning outlet for him to think outside the box. Jian’s drawn to Tombogo’s originality and clear identity, which Philip believes will allow the brand to explore new grounds whether it be streetwear or potential collaborations with unconventional partners such as NASA. Up next is Crescente Patricio, an upcycled denim brand based in Dallas, Texas (21:43). By adopting the approach of an indie rapper, Crescente Patricio’s designer began making “clothing mixtapes” to get his name out. His designs are centered around this concept, with each “mixtape” and piece having their own titles and stories, resulting in narrative-driven clothing. The cast is all for Crescente Patricio’s strong silhouettes, contrasting details, and overall presentation. Bruce makes a note on the importance of sustainability, which is reflected in both brands so far, leading to agreement that sustainability is sure to become an intrinsic component of design. Flyson is a brand fusing elegance with sporty elements with an overall focus on providing complete looks rather than individual pieces to convey its idea of a modern uniform (28:08). The brand draws inspiration from both the tangible and intangible, including extreme sportswear, aerospace suiting, and architectural references to popular culture. Noah and Jian are impressed with Flyson’s debut pieces, which Bruce believes are diverse yet cohesive. Flyson’s uniform concept is one of its strong suits, quite literally, as the cast comments on the importance of establishing a clear identity and fashion universe for consumers to dive into. A Dropcast episode isn’t complete without a segment of “What’d You Cop?” (44:30). Philip’s practical cops include protection for his kicks, and they double as inspiration for his next collection when the world is up in flames. Bruce picked up an Officine Generale chore jacket from his plug in preparation for the spring and summer, and Jian was gifted this episode’s “Mule of the Week,” the Neighborhood UGGs, a pair of cozy shearling-lined slippers perfect for the quarantine life. On that note, Jian announces the winner of our “New Shoe, Who Dis?” giveaway, which asked readers of HIGHStyle, Highsnobiety’s new magazine, to guess the sole of what’s been revealed to be a pair of Balenciaga sneakers (47:07). If you’re looking to add routine to your WFH situation, keep your eyes on Highsnobiety’s Instagram where next episode’s QOTW will be posted. Leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Friday, we’re a week into working from home, but some obligations have yet to settle into our routines. Fortunately, one of the things that have remained regular is our podcast lineup. Host Jian DeLeon is back this episode to introduce ‘Vibe Check’ to our Dropcast listeners. This week’s guest is Sandrine Charles, a consultant, publicist, and all-around communications expert who has worked with names like Noah, Aime Leon Dore, Kith, and Daily Paper. Sandrine shares some insight for maintaining steady productivity before an unpredictable future and the ever-present influence of e-commerce and retail therapy. Keep your eyes peeled and ears open for ‘The Dropcast’ which will be back on regular programming next week with a special pitchfest. In the meantime, make sure to catch up on the latest episodes of ‘Vibe Check’ where Jian checks in with guests from the Highsnobiety world to provide glimpses into their lives and how they’re adapting to the global coronavirus pandemic. For Sandrine, shopping doesn’t end with clothing — she’s setting aside time and money ($100 at Whole Foods) for fruits and vegetables and getting extra uses out of her Vitamix (7:26). Sandrine is aiming for comfort inside and out by eating healthy, waking up at five o’clock in alignment with her body clock, and dressing herself in presentable but cozy sweatpants. In between work and seven o’clock Zoom calls, she’s checking off her watch list and catching up on shows (9:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandy Liang drops into ‘The Dropcast’ studio to talk her latest Vans collaboration and of course, the hottest drops of the week.  Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas shower the fleece queen with all the titles she deserves: Queen of the LES, One Who Goes Ham on the Lamb, Best Fleece in the East, you name it. To start off, the quick hits take the cast into a new upcycling initiative for bedding and sleepwear brought to you by Our Legacy (3:41).  At this time, Our Legacy’s new products aren’t the only reason to stay in bed. The NBA reportedly advised teams to plan for playing games in empty arenas due to coronavirus concerns, but LeBron James isn’t having it (4:54). On a lighter note, the launch of a website generating handwashing infographics based on your favorite song lyrics has been popping off (6:05).  Even in light of the coronavirus outbreak, fashion proves that nothing can really slow it down (7:44). The 2020 LVMH Prize Finalists have also been announced. As a past CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist, Sandy views fashion awards as a great way for emerging designers to network and really zero down on what makes their brands unique (9:05). Highsnobiety’s own identity has been reiterated through our new magazine, HIGHStyle, which is out now on newsstands (10:48). Virgil’s upcoming work with Nigo also proved to be good timing for him to clear up his “Streetwear is gonna die” comment, and the hosts give their takes on the update (13:06).  Sandy talks about her developing interest in fashion during that time along with her go to stores as a New York native, which included Vans. Now, she’s a collaborator with the brand, releasing her own limited edition collection of Classic apparel and footwear (15:41). If you’re in NYC, be sure to stop by the pop-up taking place until the end of this weekend at The General by Vans store in Williamsburg. As a self-identifying Chinatown grandpa in dress and behavior, Jian is curious to hear Sandy’s inspiration for the collection (16:35). Earlier this week, we asked listeners (now officially known as Dropouts) the Question of the Week (QOTW): “What is the hardest collab of the year so far?” (20:15). The cast (on completely objective terms) agree that Sandy’s Vans collab has been the best yet — along with the Mule Boyz x Diemme release. No promises, but maybe keep your eyes out for a Sandy Liang x Mule Boyz collab down the line. The title of “Mule of the Week” is given to a pair by TAKAHIROMIYASHITA TheSoloist. (24:30).  A second guest makes his appearance to weigh in on the QOTW, and he hands it to the KITH x Air Force collab (26:43). He also steps in right in time for “What’d You Cop?” with his first drop being this Dropcast promo (28:47).  Next episode’s QOTW will be a special treat so be sure to keep your eyes on Highsnobiety’s Instagram. As per usual, make sure to leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Nike Is Prepping For the Summer With This Forgotten ’90s Air metal Max Sneaker Our Legacy Is Now Making Flossy PJs LeBron James Refuses to Play if NBA Bans Fans Amid Coronavirus Fears How Coronavirus Is Handicapping the Global Fashion Industry The 2020 LVMH Prize Finalists Have Been Announced Do Fashion Prizes Still Matter? Virgil Abloh Reveals LV Collab With Nigo & Clarifies “Streetwear Is Gonna Die” Comment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Kissi is the creative director and photographer who picked up a camera at the age of seventeen. He’s the co-founder of Street Etiquette, known for their documentation of men’s style with a focus on black men. He joins The Dropcast this week to talk about his ongoing mission of empowering creatives through his latest ventures including TONL. Joshua joins hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas in a moment of appreciation for the new Air Max 95 “De Lo Mío.” The quick hits continue with Aimé Leon Dore’s color-blocked New Balance 827s which will have Jian dressing up as both a Chinatown grandma and an ALD model. While these are the sneakers that will get people scrambling, Supreme’s Nike Air Force 1s will be as accessible as sneakers can get. The shoes will essentially be their version of the CDG Play Converses — relatively affordable sneakers where the supply meets demand (3:49).  Paris Fashion Week saw the debut of Virgil’s Arc’teryx collection along with new off white-colored Off-White Air Jordan 4s (6:52). In other news, many people don’t quite realize that Virgil’s brand is another name for crack (9:26). Speaking about layers of meaning, Balenciaga’s FW20 show brought a new end-of-the-world aesthetic to the runway by addressing climate change and rising sea levels (9:36).  Last Friday, YEEZY Season 8’s surprise PFW presentation showcased polarizing but nonetheless Noah-verified shoes (10:55). Unfortunately, Tokyo Fashion Week which was next on the lineup has been hit with a precautionary coronavirus cancellation. While Milan Fashion Week reached an early conclusion due to an outbreak, fashion weeks in Shanghai, Beijing, and Seoul have all been either postponed or canceled (13:53). The cast notes the essential need to stay hygienic and be aware of unwarranted racism particularly in diverse regions like Jackson Heights where Joshua calls home. With International Women’s Day coming up, the hosts give shout outs to the women in their lives including those at Highsnob (16:25). Their appreciation and best wishes are extended to Megan Thee Stallion who’s going through trouble with her music label 1501 Ent. after Roc Nation encouraged her to renegotiate her contract. This episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked “How do you grow to have a lucrative career as a photographer?” (18:11). The Dropcast listeners called in with a series of inquiries that asked Joshua to reflect back on his own career by making the important distinction between celebrity photographers and photographers who photograph celebrities and commenting on smiling with your eyes. The next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram so make sure to leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: New ALD New Balances  Supreme’s New Nike Air Force 1s Will Never Sell Out Virgil Abloh Debuts New Off-White™ x Air Jordan 4 Demna Gvasalia Outdoes Himself With Freaky Balenciaga FW20 Water Toe Shoe YEEZY Season 8 Footwear Is Kanye at His Experimental Best Tokyo Fashion Week Canceled Due to Coronavirus Outbreak Why Are so Many Teens on TikTok Obsessed With These Metabolism Drops? Megan Thee Stallion Says Her Label Won’t Let Her Drop New Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might have seen this week’s Dropcast guest Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins on the late-night talk show State of the Culture where he serves as a co-host, speaking to your favorite celebrities on Conference Room H, or hosting Mogul, a hip hop podcast. He’s also accomplished in writing, photographing, and DJing, hailing from a career as a multimedia creative and journalist during his time at Complex. For The Dropcast’s 100th episode, Jinx shares thoughtful reflections on the state of culture from streetwear to Black History Month, and of course, this week’s hottest drops. After a quick but heavy roasting of Philipp Plein’s show which was accused of monetizing on the passing of Kobe Bryant, the quick hits take us into more Milan Fashion Week news. During a top secret press conference earlier this week, Raf Simons was officially confirmed as Co-Creative Director of Prada after a lengthy period of public speculation (3:58). On the topic of things that people will really want, Denim Tears has teamed up with Procell once again on a special T-shirt for the annual honoring of his mother’s passing, and all proceeds go towards the Every Mother Counts charity (5:14). Equally worth the anticipation is the red velvet pecan cake made from a recipe by Tremaine Emory’s late mother. This time, the cake is extra special, coming out in a box designed by Tom Sachs. Another new collab that’s telling a story is the Palace x adidas golf collection, which marks the former’s move into performance wear (9:26). Jian notes how there’s a cross-section between guys who chase the hype and hard core golfers while Jinx comments on the saturation of fashion into all the corners of life and culture. This takes the cast into an animated discussion about the intersection of sports, fashion, and what it takes to introduce style to the court and field. AWAKE alumni John Lopez has stepped into the playing field with his first drop of Ineverheardofyou, an independent venture featuring provocative customized Jordan 1s and a text-heavy trucker hat (14:20). Jinx taps into the ingenuity behind such a collection and its value for an up-and-coming brand. As February wraps up, Jinx reflects on the most memorable Black History Month moments including Matthew A. Cherry’s Best Animated Short film Oscar win, Calmatic taking home a Best Music Video Grammy for Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road,” and Tyler, the Creator’s many notable moments (29:55). You know the drill: look out for the next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and make sure to leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Raf Simons in Conversation with Hans Ulrich Obrist: Plotting an Artistic Future Philipp Plein Accused of Using Kobe Bryant’s Death to Sell FW20 Collection Denim tears cake box / Tom Sachs  Ineverheardofyou first drop Here’s Every Piece From the Palace x adidas Golf Collection Nike’s Iconic “Be True To Your School” Dunks Could Be Coming Back in 2020 State of the cultures best moments.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ev Bravado, a Highsnob from the early days, takes over the studio with WHO DECIDES WAR partner in crime Téla D’Amore. The duo adopts a raw approach to sustainability with their brand as seen in the forms of layered denim and asymmetrical pieces that follow a strong streetwear sensibility. Before going into the quick hits, Ev reflects on the passing of Pop Smoke and the rapper’s infectious energy that carried through from personal hangouts to after parties during this past Paris Fashion Week. Moncler and Rick Owens’ collaboration puts the hype in hyperbole as the Italian outerwear’s main line taps the American fashion designer to release a customized tour bus available for order along with clothing made for Rick Owens and Michèle Lamy’s west coast tour (8:51). Things only get more heated with the new Off-White x Nike Air Jordan 5s colorway that Virgil Abloh teased on his Instagram (10:43). Téla came through rocking them and telling everyone how they feel just as comfy as slippers. While Jian took five Ls on copping a pair, he and Ev got an in-person look at the unreleased colorway worn by Virgil at a panel during All-Star Weekend. Ev also talks about his position within a new class of creatives along with the importance of providing the younger generations with opportunities to pursue paths in design and his own initiatives tackling the issue. The guest segment gets Ev and Téla discussing the launch of WHO DECIDES WAR and constantly pushing the brand to its greatest potential (17:20). After a decade of attending school and sustaining his brand, Ev brought his collection to Paris and welcomed the likes of Virgil to his show. Ev and Téla emphasize the importance of family in business and keeping their community tight now that WHO DECIDES WAR is stocked on SSENSE and MR PORTER and reaching even greater heights. Last but not least, they each put down a couple tips for getting into the creative industry and entering a winner’s mindset (26:41). If you’re a dedicated Dropcast listener and fellow mule aficionado, you already know what’s next. Last week, Jian and Noah teased their upcoming mule collab with Italian footwear brand Diemme, which will be available exclusively at KITH (29:17). The release includes two pony hair shoes with custom soles, each designed by one of the hosts. Pro tip: pair them with the Highsnob socks which recently dropped on the Highsnobiety Shop. Everyone is pumped for “What’d You Cop?” since the entire cast came home with closet additions from All-Star Weekend (30:35). Téla was gifted her first Chanel bag and perfume, copped a pair of Yves Saint Laurent heels, and the Off-White x Jordan 5s. Ev also got his hands on a pair of the Jordans, Public Enemy Pumas, and reupholstered some Rick Owens. Remember to keep your eyes on Highsnobiety’s Instagram where the next QOTW will be posted, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Supreme Is Selling an $8 Oreo Cookie but Fans Aren’t Biting Supreme’s SS20 Collection Features a Wild Tupac Hologram Supreme’s SS20 Lookbook Has Finally Arrived Moncler x Rick Owens Is Actually Happening Virgil Abloh Teases a White Iteration of the Off-White™ x Nike Air Jordan 5 Virgil Abloh & Kim Jones Dished Out Design Advice at All-Star Weekend adidas Continues Its Superstar 50th Year Celebrations With All-Star Weekend Drops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Jordan NRG member and designer Frank Cooke joins this episode of The Dropcast as the answer to all of this week’s footwear topics, but he also asks all the right questions. To start off, the quick hits bring up Foot Locker’s recent announcement which slammed the brakes on rising anticipation for Off-White x Nike Air Jordan 5 dropping this weekend in Chicago via a first come, first served basis (4:14). Taking everything from the location to the drop style into consideration, the city should embrace itself for expected pandemonium. This past weekend offered even more commotion as Bong Joon-ho sweeped the Oscars with Parasite by winning four out of six categories. But that equals a B in Asian standards (Jian’s words, not mine). The ceremony’s star-studded attendees meant heated red carpet fashion from the likes of Timothee Chalamet who paired together a Prada zip-up jacket with a pair of Prada joggers, much to the cast’s collective disdain (7:14). Spike Lee came through with his characteristic flair, paying tribute to the late Kobe Bryant by dressing up in a custom Gucci suit. Rumor has it that YEEZY’s long-awaited basketball sneaker will drop during All-Star Weekend (10:53). Noah and Jian will be on the ground, battling the crowd to get their hands on the Off-White Jordans but skipping the anticipated YEEZY Quantum. New York’s timely fashion week was the perfect opportunity for holding a summit to discuss the industry’s future of sustainability (13:23). As a past Jordan Brand designer, Frank had insights to share regarding the topic, specifically his thoughts on how realistic it would be to embrace a sustainable model across an entire shoe brand. The cast appropriately wraps up the segment by discussing the slew of sneaker drops taking place during All-Star Weekend (16:54).  The Mule of the Week called for Frank diving into the details of his own mule, made straight for chilling, not for the courts (26:42). Frank is chilling just as much as he’s gearing up to step back into the world of products. This time, he’s doing so by dropping his knowledge on the Question of the Week (QOTW) which asked, “How can sneaker companies do more to help black communities?” (28:14). Noah and Jian announce their mule collaboration by surprising Frank with the first official pair (40:48). Peep Frank’s and the @muleboyz Instagram pages to get a full look before the drop. These are the first items on Frank’s list as the trio enters the “What’d You Cop?” segment (42:21). The next QOTW will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram so make sure to stay tuned and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Jerry Lorenzo Spotlights Allen Iverson’s Impact With Air Fear of God 1 “The Question” Twitter Slams Foot Locker’s Off-White™ x Nike AJ5 “First Come First Served” Chicago Drop Oscars 2020: The Best, Worst & Most WTF Outfits Nike’s Valentine’s Day Air Force 1 Features a Heartbroken Swoosh YEEZY’s Long-Awaited Basketball Sneaker Is Rumored to Drop This Weekend 10 Crucial Things We Learned About the State of Sustainable Fashion  Stay on Top of All the Best Sneaker Releases From NBA All-Star Weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noah spent the past Super Bowl Weekend in Miami, rounding up the most swagged out players at the NFL Honors red carpet. Now he’s back in New York City in time for NYFW, Black History Month, the month of love, and a new episode of The Dropcast joined by Curtains aka Dior and Jordans. The rapper-turned-brand-consultant keeps himself under the radar, but his contribution and impact on the fields of music and fashion are hard to keep lowkey. Before the quick hits take us through the highlights of this week’s news in products and fashion week, the cast starts off by paying respects to the late J. Scott of A$AP Mob (2:34). Curtains was especially shocked by the news, being one of many individuals who shared recent moments with J. Scott prior to the DJ’s passing. In anticipation of All Star Weekend and Curtains’ appearance on The Dropcast, this episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked “Who’s the flyest NBA rookie?” (24:24). Before loading up voicemails from listeners, Jian asks Curtains to drop a name. He delays by dropping a lesson on the finances of rookie athletes before naming Nickeil from the New Orleans Pelicans while Jian picks the Wizards’ Rui Hachimura. After a discussion of the NBA’s dress code, Curtains was asked “Which trends are you gonna kill in 2020?” during his guest segment (32:16). First off, he makes a call for action to simmer down on the collab mania and work on making them extra special. Curtains is asked about his namesake shoe, the Dior Jordans, which he digs as a low and kills the Jordan 1 mids. Curtains isn’t feeling the Mule of the Week, which Noah reveals to be ALYX’s newly dropped leather clogs (39:31). He compares it to the CDG and monochromatic black Chucks, to the hosts’ collective disbelief and disappointment. After a deep roast sesh, Jian and Noah rejuvenate by talking about their newest pieces in “What’d You Cop?” (41:37). Being the consumer and shopper that he is, Curtains’ cops are too much to list. Even so, he named his most flex-worthy purchase of the week to be a signed Glenn Ligon print. Stay on the lookout for the next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: J. Scott Was Talented, Influential, and Loved Here’s Where to Buy StrangeLove’s Valentine’s-Themed Nike SB Dunk Low J Balvin Unveils Upcoming Nike Air Jordan 1 Collaboration The Air Jordan 1 “UNC to Chicago” Drops Just Ahead of Valentine’s Day Sandy Liang’s Vans Collection Is Everything ’90s Paa Brings New York’s Most Low-Key Stylish Dudes to the NYFW:M Runway Kiko Kostadinov’s Latest ASICS Banger Is Dropping This Week Ermenegildo Zegna Announces Ambitious Collaboration With Fear of God Maison Margiela Reveals First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration With Highsnobiety Our New ‘Colette, Mon Amour’ Merchandise Capsule Is Dropping Soon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional BMX rider Nigel Sylvester has taken his career to new heights through his collaborations on fashion and art projects with partners like Nike and Pharrell Williams. The BMXer stopped by the studio to talk about all things shoes and reflect on the legacy of the late Kobe Bryant. News of Kobe’s and his daughter Gigi’s passing undoubtedly shook up the entire globe with the impact carrying over into the studio as well. The cast changed things up this episode by starting off with the Question of the Week (QOTW), which asked listeners to share their fondest Kobe memories (1:46). Nigel spoke to Kobe’s impact both on and off the court, and shared intimate recollections of another star athlete in the world of BMX, Dave Mirra. Relevant links: Michael Jordan to Drake, 21 Savage & Nike: The World Pays Tribute to Kobe Bryant Craig Green & adidas Originals’ First-Ever Drop Is Coming This Week This Is Your Best Look Yet at Travis Scott’s Upcoming Nike SB Dunk Low Aimé Leon Dore Just Teased a Blockbuster Collaboration With Porsche ‘Fortnite’ Is Now an Official High School & College Sport The Best, Worst & WTF Fits From the 2020 Grammys Unpacking the Raf Simons at Prada Conspiracy Theory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After her move to New York City and integration into the city’s creative sphere, Amrit Sidhu has made a name for herself as an in demand DJ and creative consultant. The Australian-born DJ has taken her musically trained talent to sets for big names like Dior, Fendi, Jorja Smith, and Tommy Genesis. Amrit came through to the studio stowed in Noah’s suitcase from Paris Fashion Week, ready to discuss the quick hits along with PFW’s top shows and parties. This week’s highlights start on a low note with the closing of Opening Ceremony’s stores following their acquisition by New Guards Group (2:43). The cast reminisce on the retailer’s legacy and their loss of sample sales and discounts while Amrit recalls her first big move in the city as being booked by the brand. Amrit’s only building more momentum as she continues to work with Nike. She got her hands on the Comme des Garcons Homme Plus x Nike Air Max 95s without having a clue about their price (5:46).  Although traces of a new CDG Nike shoe were absent from PFW, plenty of fire pieces were spotted on the runway (7:32). Noah caught on to trends such as tailoring, neck pieces ranging from thin silks to thick scarves, and winter shorts. The new sacai Nikes are making noise without a doubt, stirring up mixed reviews with people falling strong on either end. Amrit adored every Jacquemus bag and shoe, and was thoroughly impressed by the entire show. Jacquemus isn’t the only one turning 30; Nike has announced the new Air Max 2090 in celebration of Air Max 90’s 30th year (12:11). Jian stands alone on the shoe, which Noah and Amrit plead the fifth on, and considers setting a New Year resolution of only wearing GR’s. You heard it first here.  Fashion Week FW20 is almost over, and the world has been witness to an impressive lineup of shoe related news during the past few weeks including the release of Dior Jordan Lows, GmbH ASICS, Wales Bonner x adidas, and Raf Simons’ announcement for making in-house shoes (17:23). In other news, Offset announced that “Culture III” will be Migos’ last album, but that’s up for interpretation. The rapper also dropped his new clothing line Laundered Works Corp. at PFW with creative director and designer Chaz A. Jordan (25:31). The quick hits end on fashion, with news about Jean-Paul Gualtier’s retirement and Demna Gvasalia’s decision to bring Balenciaga back to haute couture (26:10). The Question of the Week (QOTW) asked listeners “Who had the best PFW collection?” and Noah handed it to Bode and Lanvin while Amrit listed Jacquemus, Undercover, and Casablanca (26:42). This episode introduced a special segment of “PFW Lightning Round” where Amrit and Noah answered with their top shows, parties, and things that “hit different” as quickly as possible (30:53). Before jumping into “What’d You Cop,” Noah announces the new Kiko Kostadinov mules that debuted during PFW as the “Mule of the Week” (36:11). Amrit was gifted a pair of black CDG Homme Plus Nike Air Max 95s and copped pieces from Prada and Bottega Veneta (36:55). Be on the lookout for the next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Opening Ceremony Is Closing All Its Stores in 2020 The COMME des GARÇONS Homme Plus x Nike Air Max 95 Drops Tomorrow The Best Pieces We Saw at Paris Fashion Week  Nike Brings the Air Max 90 Into the Future With the Air Max 2090 BAPE’s Take on Dr. Martens’ 1460 Comes With a BAPE STA Logo The Best FW20 Footwear Unveiled at Fashion Week Offset Reveals ‘Culture III’ Is the “Last Chapter” for Migos Demna Gvasalia Confirms Balenciaga Is Returning to Haute Couture Jean-Paul Gaultier Has Announced His Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since Nicole McLaughlin made her debut with a pair of custom L.L.Bean fleece slippers, the designer has cemented her identity through upcycled pieces imbued with a vintage flair. After leaving her position as a graphic designer at Reebok, Nicole refined her craft even further and turned it from a personal hobby into a business venture. The Mule Queen joins hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas on this week’s episode of The Dropcast to talk about life as a designer as well as her best style tricks and hacks. First, the quick hits take us through the collections and collaborations dropping during Fashion Week. Highsnobiety got backstage access at Wales Bonner’s London Fashion Week show which included a look at the brand’s FW20 adidas collaboration (2:37). Noah pledges allegiance to adidas for their classic models, and the whole cast gives appreciation for the sneaker-dress-shoe hybrid. Still, since Noah isn’t feeling the adidas Ultraboost silhouette even with the new Ivy Park x adidas collab, he best be careful of the Beyhive’s sting (4:25). Relevant Links: Wales Bonner Debuts Its Tasteful adidas Collection at London Fashion Week Here’s Your First Look at Beyoncé’s Ivy Park x adidas Ultra Boost Nike Could Be Dropping This Super-Clean “NBA Paris” Air Force 1 Here’s Your First Look at BAPE x The Weeknd’s New SS20 Collab Capsule Versace’s SS20 Runway Collection Is Now Available Exclusively on Highsnobiety Shop 2 Chainz’s New “Virgil Discount” Video Feels Like an Off-White™ Commercial Justin Bieber Reveals He’s Battling Lyme Disease: “It’s Been a Rough Couple Years” These Are the Products, Brands & Creative Directors That Defined the Last Decade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ronny Chieng is a comedian, correspondent, and actor who has achieved acclaim through his sitcom “Ronny Chieng: International Student” and role as senior correspondent on The Daily Show. Now, the self-proclaimed modern day philosopher is back with a Netflix comedy special “Asian Comedian Destroys America” and looking forward to covering non-political topics on The Daily Show for the year ahead. On this episode of The Dropcast, Ronny brings his cool substitute teacher vibes, sets a distinction between envy and jealousy among fellow comedians and artists who participate in creative endeavors, and details his release of cool merch that he would want to buy for himself. Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas find order in the madness that was the 2010s and ring in the new decade with the help of Ronny in the quick hits.  A defining trend in the fashion industry has been the merging of streetwear with all forms of fashion, most notably the world of luxury — or as Ronny describes it: more expensive versions of comfort (4:48).  Relevant Links: The 2010s Were the Decade Luxury & Streetwear Became One Op-Ed | Sorry, but NBA “Runway” Style Is Still Mostly Terrible “Sneakerhead Kingpins”: Police Bust Heroin Ring That Took Jordans as Payment eBay’s New Sneaker Resell Policy Could Change the Multibillion-Dollar Industry Donald Glover to Drop Fundraising Merch for Democratic Candidate Andrew Yang The Hidden Layer CLOT x Nike Air Jordan 1 Is Available at StockX Here’s How CLOT’s Silk Royale Air Force 1s Became So Collectible Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Dropcast, hosts Noah Thomas and Jian DeLeon welcome the new decade with Nicolas Heller, better known as NYC anthropologist New York Nico, and illustrator Naomi Otsu. Though they've both accomplished impressive creative careers in their own respective ways, they're also low-key relationship goals in the fact that they've gotten the chance to work on some really cool projects together, whether it's campaigns around Opening Ceremony's gigantic tote bags, or one of the most deadass memes of the decade: a Baby Yoda that only a New Yorker could love. Listen to how the meme came together at (16:58). Relevant Links: This Genius Agency Just Spent $10,000 on Blank Ad Space to Give Our Brains a Break Take a Look at Ninja’s First adidas Sneaker, Dropping This Month The North Face x DSM Just Upgraded Your Outdoor Flex With Matching Tent & Fit We’re Not Sold on Manchester United’s Crazy Chinese New Year Kit Pharrell Williams Finally Puts His Spin on an adidas 4D Sneaker How Margiela’s Tabi Boot Became a Status Symbol for Fashion’s Elite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consultant, producer, and all-around Instagram flex god Upscale Vandal stops by this episode of The Dropcast just in time to spread some post-Christmas cheer. If you're not up on on his Instagram account yet, consider this your opportunity to soak up some game.The conversation gets spicy when they begin to talk about Jordans and the state of sneaker culture. Vandal thinks the Dior x Jordans were a missed opportunity to elevate some of the Jumpman's lesser known silhouettes. (8:05) Relevant Links: Sneakersnstuff Celebrates the Past, Present & Future With Exclusive Jordan Pack Takashi Murakami & Drake Are Releasing a New OVO Collab Collection Tomorrow Virgil Abloh Says Streetwear Is “Definitely Going to Die” Soon & Predicts What’s Coming Next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this week, Highsnobiety recorded its first live show of The Dropcast at adidas Originals’ store in Soho, New York City. Guests sipped on ZX cocktails as they formed an audience in the presence of hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas who discussed the past and future of the revolutionary ZX series with adidas’ NYC culture ambassador Tyler Busher. The ZX launched in 1984 as a series of progressive running shoes for performance athletes, and continues to reinvent itself with innovative technology after more than 30 years. While Tyler makes up half of The Binary Group, a synthesis company that seeks to bridge the gap between fashion, music, and design, he brings social and environmental awareness to footwear through projects like the fully recyclable adidas Futurecraft.Loop sneaker. The adidas-head gives a breakdown on the ZX series’ history and influence on sports and subcultures, his alkaline diet, and Ferrari Testarossa dreams. But before that, the episode kicks off with a quick foot check (3:22). Relevant link: https://www.adidas.com/us/zx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After discussing the unfortunate death of the great Juice WRLD, we get his opinion on drops and collabs, including the very talked-about Dior Jordans, Kanye’s new YEEZY 700 MNVN “Phosphor” colorway, Theophilus London’s new Off-White™ boots, 032c’s adidas FYW S-97 Salvation’s, and Beyoncé’s new adidas. While discussing each topic, he expresses his great respect for all points of views and designs, and while he might not be the customer for each item, he is careful to not put anything down, explaining that he has often been in design rooms for countless hours, only to be met with negative feedback. So, while some things were for sure his vibe, others were “not for him.” After getting through all the quick hits, Ronnie talks about how he is preparing for his next collections and lets the world know his latest Bergdorf collab will have the streets on their toes. Jian brings up that Ronnie is about to go on another one of his amazing Kith trips, which are “adventures” where he invites close friends around the world to hang with him for a few days. Since his first one in Aspen, he has continued to expand this idea, making it more and more inclusive to his fans who otherwise might not have had the chance to get their hands on certain items and experiences. Jian gets Ronnie to explain how he came up with this idea and why it’s so important to him. We then get into the QOTW, which is where we ask Dropcast listeners to call the hotline, which is 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766), and have them answer weekly questions. This week, the Q is “Best Kith Collab?” Versace, Bergdorf Goodman, and Greg Lauren all come up. Of course, the show ends with our key segment “What Did You Cop?” Ronnie talks about how he went in on holiday shopping, and was gifted the “Viotech” dunks, a shoe he’s been waiting to get his hands on. Relavent links: RIP JUICE WRLD Finally, Here Is Dior’s Long-Awaited Air Jordan 1 High OG The Hidden Layer CLOT x Nike Air Jordan 1 Is Available at StockX Here’s Your First Look at the Rumored YEEZY Boost 700 MNVN “Phosphor” S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA. Just Dropped This Season’s Must-Have Military Boot Virgil Abloh Taps Theophilus London for $2,480 Off-White™ Boots 032c’s New adidas Sneaker Collab Is Available Now Kanye West’s High-Top YEEZY 500 “Slate” Is Confirmed to Release This Month The Nike Air Jordan “New Beginnings” Pack Has a Rumored Release Date Beyonce Gives Us Our First Look at Her Upcoming adidas Sneaker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The very first second-timer Dropcast guest Luke Fraser makes up a third of Round Two, a men’s boutique that aims to offer the best deals on clothing. After a successful second debut in Los Angeles, the store planted new roots in New York City, where customers have continued to buy, sell, and trade their sneakers, streetwear, and vintage gear. The Dropcast hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas catch up with Luke to talk Round Two news and his recent collaboration, but first they start off with the quick hits. The trio manage to stay on topic while going off topic, discussing the ten year photo challenge in relation to Supreme’s newest collab with dead prez (3:00). After going through a couple lukewarm sneaker drops, Concepts and Birkenstock’s latest silhouette has the cast singing #MuleBoyz praises and applauding Concepts’ history of collabs (8:24). This weekend’s Innersect Shanghai 2019 will see Jian speaking on a panel with Daniel Arsham plus the release of Highsnobiety x Mizuno x Beams’ Wave Creation WaveKnit and exclusive Highsnobiety apparel. CLOT’s newly released Regal fragment design x Nike Air Force 1 Black Silk will be available as well (11:10). They give a warm welcome to the last shoe lined up on the quick hits, which is none other than the new GmbH x ASICS GEL-Nandi 360 coming in an olive green and bubblegum pink colorway (14:45). The icy drops continue with Virgil Abloh’s “Crystal Clear” collection in collaboration with French crystalware and glass manufacturer, Baccarat, that’s on display at Art Basel Miami (15:33).  Luke talks about his newest Balenciaga puffer in “What’d You Cop?” and drops a hint as he breaks down the high fashion pieces that Round Two has in store (34:45). For anyone at Art Basel this week, stop by Round Two in South Beach, Miami to try your luck. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant links: Supreme Taps Hip-Hop Legends dead prez for Another Fire FW19 Collection COMME des GARÇON Teams Up With Vans for New All-Over Print Collab Nike’s “Kay Yow” Air Force 1 Celebrates the Legacy of the Hall of Fame Coach Concepts & Birkenstock’s Latest Collab Is for All the #MuleBoyz Out There CLOT’s Regal fragment design x Nike Air Force 1″Black Silk” Drops Today Nike’s Luxe Quilted Air Jordan 14 Dropped on Monday GmbH Teases a Bold New Take on the ASICS GEL-Nandi 360 Your First Look at Virgil Abloh x Baccarat’s “Crystal Clear” Art Basel Miami Collection “The Hoodie” Exhibition Explores Fashion’s Last Truly Political Garment Shawn Stussy x Kim Jones Dior Men’s 2020 Collab Officially Confirmed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas catch up with Chef JJ Johnson to hear about what he’s got cooking. The James Beard Award-winning chef specializes in his signature pan-African cuisine, which he brought into popularity during his residency at New York’s Chefs Club. While Chef JJ is busy feeding the culture, he also believes in the importance of integrating his food with the community. The quick hits bring some appetizers to the table with Undercover’s Nike Air Max 720 and React Boot, both of which are dropping this week (2:50). The main course presents Dior’s B24 and Louis Vuitton’s Rivoli sneakers, with the latter looking a bit reminiscent of a dish the French fashion house has served in the past (5:23). The cast decides to take a pass on dessert — the Prada x adidas Superstars — which they hope is just a teaser for what the two brands have in store for the future (9:07). This week’s biggest headlines are lined up, starting with Sherbinskis, The Dropcast alumni and the by CHLOE. of the cannabis market, which recently opened the doors for its flagship North American dispensary on Los Angeles’ Fairfax Avenue (13:47). Then, the hosts fire the alarm for the cop of the week: LVMH’s purchase of Tiffany & Co. for a record-breaking $16.2 billion (15:29). Last but not least, Drake’ dad, Dennis Graham, is in talks to land his own reality dating show with multiple networks that are interested in securing the series (17:37). Things start to get questionable with Drake on board as the executive producer. Chef JJ talks cooking some off-menu items for Dapper Dan’s dinner, who’s now vegan and a fan of JJ’s restaurant up in Harlem — get ready for some Gucci Greens (19:57). JJ discusses Fieldtrip, where rice is culture, and what the holidays are like for him (21:40). He dishes out tips for getting that moist turkey ready in time for next Thanksgiving, and a quick recipe for turkey leftovers just in time for this year (23:05). This episode’s Question of the Week (QOTW) asked, “What’s your favorite struggle meal?” and had Dropcast listeners calling in with tasteful inspirations while JJ shares his related food stories and quick-and-easy bodega grabs (25:22). Speaking of consumerism and giving thanks during the holidays, the episode wraps up with “What’d You Cop?” (33:26). Chef JJ was gifted a pair of Converse Off-Whites, and talks about changing the shoe game for chefs in the kitchen. As always, our next QOTW will be up on Highsnobiety’s Instagram. Leave us a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: UNDERCOVER’s Nike Air Max 720 Drops This Week Nike Shares Official Images & Release Date for UNDERCOVER’s React Boot Dior’s B24 Runtek Sneaker Arrives in a Trio of New Colorways Louis Vuitton Is Offering Rivoli Sneakers That Look Very Familiar EXCLUSIVE: The Prada x adidas Superstar Drops On December 4 Could This Air Jordan 5 Be the Next Off-White™ x Nike Collab? Sherbinskis Opens Flagship Dispensary on Los Angeles’ Fairfax Avenue LVMH Just Bought Tiffany & Co for a Record-Breaking $16.2 Billion Drake’s Dad Is in Talks to Land His Own Reality Dating Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ladies Love Cool James, but the rapper, producer, actor, radio host, and all-around entrepreneur is an icon for rap lovers alike. This week marks the 34th anniversary of LL Cool J’s debut album Radio, which was received with critical acclaim and contributed to the solidification of rap as a genre of music. LL signed to Def Jam Records when it was a fledgling hip-hop label, and later turned to acting as he made his debut in movies and TV shows like NCIS. The Grammy Award-winning artist emceed for the show multiple times, and stays classic rather than fitting into a new school or old school style. This mentality led him to a place on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and earned him the Kennedy Center Honors a year later, marking him as the first rapper to achieve the recognition. Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas sat down with LL to discuss his current projects and play a little game that’s a twist on the usual. The trio dive into the episode with the quick hits, starting with 424’s collab with adidas on the SC Premiere and Pro models (8:24). LL shares his thoughts on the shoes and how the recent announcement of adidas and Prada’s collab shows that classic hip-hop is culture. The Question of the Week (QOTW) asked listeners “Who’s the greatest rapper/actor of all time?” with LL weighing in on their rankings (37:22). LL moves on to his hefty purchases in “What’d You Cop?” including sweatshirts from Feature, a couple Rhude pieces, some Murakami skateboards, and a few jewel-encrusted portrait paintings by Fab Five Freddy (43:48). Stay tuned for the next QOTW which will be posted on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 833-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: 1017 ALYX 9SM’s New Knit Sock Sneaker Is Equipped With a Vibram Sole 424 Give the adidas SC Premiere & Pro Model a Luxe Spin Nike’s Air Jordan 4 “What The” Pays Homage to All Four Original Colorways Colin Kaepernick Gave Us a Glimpse of His Rumored Nike AF1 Collab at NFL Workout Kim Kardashian Confirms Rodney Reed’s Execution Has Been Halted Lyst Reveals the Best Collaborations, Biggest Viral Products & Hottest Brands of 2019 Pharrell’s Million-Dollar Richard Mille Watch Is Out of This World Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York City is a manifestation of where art, fashion, photography, and culture intersect. Even in the city that serves as a saturated cultural playground, there are few individuals who better represent and encapsulate such a spirit as masterfully as art critic, writer, and curator Antwaun Sargent, or Steven Irby, photographer and co-founder of Street Dreams Magazine. Hosts Jian DeLeon and Noah Thomas are joined by the two culture juggernauts to discuss the junction connecting photography, magazines, and fashion. But first, the quick hits reveal that Virgil’s back in the office and a new Off-White x Nike sneaker has already been in the works (1:50). The Vapor Street is finally available after it made its first appearance a few seasons ago during the brand’s women’s runway show. After talking a couple sneaker misses, the cast is fired up with the Kiko Kostadinov x ASICS GEL-KORIKA along with its eccentric campaign featuring Juergen Teller and his dad bod (5:14). Speaking of chunky, Antwaun pinpoints how GOLF le FLEUR* and Converse’s all-new silhouette, the GLF Gianno Ox, seems like it came straight out of an episode of Doug (6:43). Will Tyler, the Creator be infusing his pastel palettes into high-end fashion any time soon? Jian and Noah pit Antwaun and Steve against each other in a game of “Boutique or Gallery,” where the two guests guess whether the names dropped are fashion boutiques or art galleries (18:50). Antwaun flexes his knowledge of galleries before moving on to talk about his first book, The New Black Vanguard: Photography Between Art and Fashion which delves deeper into the conversation on black representation in art, specifically the new generation of photographers who are bridging art and fashion (23:01). He seamlessly transitions into Street Dreams Magazine, asking Steve to share his motivations for creating the publication (30:43). The project builds upon his passion for photography, and has initiated a phenomenon that transcends the original confines of social media and its relationship with the medium of photography. This episode’s segment of “What’d You Cop?” saw a healthy week for Antwaun and Steve (39:07). The former got his hands on the new Pyer Moss sneakers, a gallery shirt from Grace Wales Bonner’s exhibition at the Serpentine, and cologne from Le Labo. Steve copped a pair of Noah (hemmed and tailored) suit pants, a Futura toy from his weekend in LA, and Uber Eats throughout the week. Stay tuned for next week’s QOTW which will be up on Highsnobiety’s Instagram, and leave a voicemail on The Dropcast hotline at 844-HIGHSNOB (833-444-4766) for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Relevant Links: Virgil Abloh’s Off-White™ x Nike Vapor Street Drops November 14 Here’s Your First Look at Nike’s Rumored “Animal Pack” Air Jordan 3 Here’s Your Best Look Yet at adidas’ YEEZY Boost 380 “Alien” Kiko Kostadinov’s ASICS Sneaker Collab Might Be His Best Yet Tyler, the Creator’s Latest Converse Collab Is a Chunky Hiker Pharrell Williams Is Designing Luxury Apartment Blocks in Toronto Now The Tie Is Primed for a Comeback Your Definitive GuideSocks and Sandals In Winter: The Definitive Guide to Wearing Socks and Sandals This Winter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices