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Try Emergent for free: https://app.emergent.sh/?utm_shift=redirect&via=theschoolofhardknockspodcastJamie Salter is the founder and chairman of Authentic Brands Group, the global brand platform behind Reebok, Champion, Forever 21, Quiksilver and partnerships with names like Shaquille O'Neal, David Beckham and Kevin Hart.In this episode, Jamie breaks down how he went from a childhood paper route and the snowboard business to building one of the largest brand licensing companies in the world.He shares how Authentic evaluates acquisitions, what gives a struggling brand a “heartbeat,” why global expansion matters, and how licensing can unlock growth without owning every part of the supply chain.Jamie also talks about working alongside his four sons, partnering with major personal brands, the rise of creator-driven commerce, financial discipline, and why organization has been one of the biggest advantages of his career.Follow Jamie Salter:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiejsalter/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-salter-04a08933/Learn more about Authentic Brands Group:Website: https://corporate.authentic.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authentic/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Lauren's guest is New York Times reporter Jacob Gallagher. They chat about this week's September-issue cover reveals—Vogue, GQ, Elle, and more—but also answer many of your burning questions, from What's the point of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund? and Why is Jil Sander so expensive? to What's a good gift for fashionable men? and Whose Connecticut house is Luca Di Stanio staying at? They also share their writing routines, opinions on On Running, explore the genius of stylist Charlotte Collet, share their honest thoughts about Celine x Reebok, and plenty, plenty more.

Here's something may not have known: men's feet are more square and more rectangular and women's feet are more triangular. You'd think companies that design sneakers for women would understand that but instead, what they do is use the anatomy of a male's foot to design a woman's sneaker and then "shrink it and pink it". Creative designer and author of the book, Man-Made, Karen Korellis Reuther, previously served as Vice President of Creative Direction and Innovation at Reebok and Global Creative Director at NIKE, where she led major product, merchandising, and brand strategies. She joins Jason and Peter on this episode of the Really? no Really? Podcast to explain how fashion, clothing and other major industries haven't been accurately designing their products for female consumers through "shrink it and pink it" strategy. She joins us to explain how companies can rectify the lack of gender diversity in the design process to not just make their product serve an actual female consumer base without having to charge them more. It's not just the sneakers industry that's being impacted by the pink tax and the lack of gender diversity when it comes to design. Women firefighters have higher injury rates than their male counterparts because their helmets and uniforms are still designed for men Female surgeons have had to stand on stools because the operating tables didn't go low enough. Even the female dummies created for crash tests and CPR training are just male shrunken versions of male dummies. So how can we solve this problem? Korellis Reuther says the next big movement is to get companies attention to get them to fit their products properly for women to be safe in their professions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's something may not have known: men's feet are more square and more rectangular and women's feet are more triangular. You'd think companies that design sneakers for women would understand that but instead, what they do is use the anatomy of a male's foot to design a woman's sneaker and then "shrink it and pink it". Creative designer and author of the book, Man-Made, Karen Korellis Reuther, previously served as Vice President of Creative Direction and Innovation at Reebok and Global Creative Director at NIKE, where she led major product, merchandising, and brand strategies. She joins Jason and Peter on this episode of the Really? no Really? Podcast to explain how fashion, clothing and other major industries haven't been accurately designing their products for female consumers through "shrink it and pink it" strategy. She joins us to explain how companies can rectify the lack of gender diversity in the design process to not just make their product serve an actual female consumer base without having to charge them more. It's not just the sneakers industry that's being impacted by the pink tax and the lack of gender diversity when it comes to design. Women firefighters have higher injury rates than their male counterparts because their helmets and uniforms are still designed for men Female surgeons have had to stand on stools because the operating tables didn't go low enough. Even the female dummies created for crash tests and CPR training are just male shrunken versions of male dummies. So how can we solve this problem? Korellis Reuther says the next big movement is to get companies attention to get them to fit their products properly for women to be safe in their professions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Brand with Donny Deutsch — Brands of the Week: Spider-Man's Record Opening, Vincent Pastore Tribute, Chicken Crushes Beef & AI Rental Scams Donny Deutsch and Lou Pellegrino break down the brands shaping the zeitgeist this week. Spider-Man: Brand New Day starring Tom Holland and Zendaya smashes the all-time domestic opening weekend record with a $360M debut. The team pays tribute to Vincent Pastore ("Big Pussy" from The Sopranos), who passed away at 80, with Lou sharing behind-the-scenes stories from Sirius XM's Wiseguy Show. Plus: Pepsi teams up with beauty brand Glamnetic for a body care collab; chicken prices overtake beef as grilling-season inflation hits consumers (Chick-fil-A, Wingstop, Raising Cane's win; McDonald's and Burger King struggle); Reebok relaunches in basketball with Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson; a viral rescue monkey named Punch the Monkey; Ozempic and Mounjaro linked to hair loss in a new BMJ study; the protein-maxing backlash and mTOR aging research; record back-to-school spending; a Barbie 2 contract standoff with Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, and Greta Gerwig; AI-powered rental scams on the rise; state fair food trends going viral on TikTok; and William Shatner, 95, headlining a heavy metal band at Riot Fest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve McKinney spent the first thirteen years of his career in the athletic footwear industry, where he oversaw a five thousand person Reebok factory producing 1.2 million pairs of shoes a month and later led global product development for Adidas. In 2001 he founded McKinney Consulting in Seoul, South Korea, an executive search and leadership consulting firm. Steve is a master coach and an early graduate of proactive agility as a leadership philosophy, shaped by decades of building teams across cultures. Bryan McKinney grew up between the United States and South Korea, attending international schools in Busan and Seoul before working in California with one of the first live streaming technology companies in the world. He returned to join his father at McKinney Consulting, where he has spent the past nine years building out the firm's technology, coaching, and executive search practice. Bryan is a master coach and is positioned to lead the firm's next generation of growth. McKinney Consulting is a partner firm within Kestria, a global executive search organization. What You Will Learn How proactive agility differs from reactive leadership and why anticipating change beats waiting for it. Why cross-cultural competence matters for every leader, not just expatriates, especially in a world of remote teams working across time zones. How Steve and Bryan built McKinney Consulting into a trusted executive search and coaching practice inside a global partner network. Why frontline expertise often outweighs formal title when making high-stakes business decisions. What the most successful executives and coaching clients tend to have in common. How the workforce transitions driven by retiring generations are reshaping recruiting across industries. Episode Highlights Steve and Bryan McKinney share their career paths, from athletic footwear manufacturing and global product development to founding and growing McKinney Consulting. A discussion of the generational talent gap facing industries such as farming and manufacturing as experienced workers retire. Steve reflects on witnessing South Korea's transition from dictatorship to democracy and how McKinney Consulting operates as both a local and global executive search partner through the Kestria network. Steve explains proactive agility, a leadership philosophy shaped by his path from a career in music to athletic footwear leadership to executive search, and why anticipating change matters more than reacting to it. The story behind their book project on cross-cultural leadership, which grew out of research the two originally intended for a coaching program called Success Factors. Steve tells the story of consulting a factory line worker in a multi-million dollar production decision, illustrating how expertise and respect should outweigh title and hierarchy. Bryan and Michael discuss how bringing frontline experts into high-stakes decisions applies well beyond manufacturing, including in healthcare policy design. Bryan's advice for leading across cultures: seek out local experts, stay humble, and keep asking questions. Closing thoughts on why understanding cultural differences builds stronger organizations and a richer world. Guest Contact Information Website: https://McKinneyConsulting.com Next Steps If this conversation resonated with you, visit https://www.breakfastleadership.com/leadershipos to schedule your Leadership Diagnostic and find out where your organization's leadership operating system needs the most attention.

This week's new albums: Nia Archives | Quicksand | Yard Act Also: Premature preamble, fast love, #DocReadsAlbumReleasePromoBumf, turtle power, Greek mythology, thematic confluence, tuatara albums, Lars slander, bad workout music, badly-animated Marshall stacks, Tom Waits for no man, having a Barrie, the easiest job in early ‘00s Australian television, headlining LSW Fest, we hope you like our new direction, Shark Week, Beeso finds even worse places to get album recommendations, work wallpaper, televising boring sports, kids ask your parents what Reebok was, Roglic's last day as a GC contender, it looks like a fillum, Bridie and Brady, getting owned and running away from home.1:48  Nia Archives   9:40  Quicksand16:21  Yard Act22:53  Next week's albums 21:04  After Dark - darts, cycling, crossfit, basketballNext week's new albums: Radkey | Mary in the junkyard | High FadeSpotify playlists: Album review playlist | Doc's and Beeso's 2026 mixtapes | All our playlistsThe list: Our previous review albums and year-end top fivesFind us on: Spotify Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | RSS feed for other appsSocials: Beeso on Bluesky | Doc on BlueSky | Pod Facebook | Pod email

Karen Korellis Reuther has been a designer for over forty years and today is a practicing activist committed to inclusion by design and ending gender bias in the built world. She is on the faculty at Harvard's Graduate School of Design, where she teaches in the Master's in Design Engineering program. She was the Vice President of Creative Direction and Innovation at Reebok and served as the Global Creative Director at Nike for twelve years. A popular guest lecturer and public speaker, Reuther also founded the Inclusion by Design event series, hosted by the Harvard Grid, which brings together students, faculty, and practitioners who share her commitment to designing a world that is safe, hospitable, and inclusive for all. She is a chairperson for the iF Design Awards and on the advisory board of the iF Design Academy. She lives in Boston, Massachusetts. www.karenreuther.comMAN-MADE is not a grievance - it is a blueprint. Drawing on research-backed insights, market analyses, and expertise from leading designers, executives, and economists, Karen Korellis Reuther makes a compelling case that intentional design isn't just an ethical imperative - it's a massive, largely untapped economic opportunity. She invites readers to see the world differently - and then to rebuild it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

On the 408th episode of You Know I'm Right, hosts Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by Big Brother's, Morgan Pope to discuss:- First app she checks everyday- Being a Track and Field star at Northern Arizona University and California State University Sacramento and getting a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies- First job out of college- Becoming a Twitch streamer- Modeling for brands such as Nike, Adidas, Wrangler, Target, Reebok, Skechers, Dicks Sporting Goods and Adobe- How did she end up on Big Brother?- Hardest part about living in the Big Brother house?- How stunned was she to not win the last HOH and have Ashley evict her?- What could Vince have done to gotten more votes to win?- How is Vince Panaro doing? Does she think he will ever come on our podcast?- How much worse was Vince's freakout at the last competition in person than what was shown on tv?- How did her life change after the show? How did her social media following grow?- How long did it take to adjust back to regular life such as driving or going to a grocery store? - What was it like interacting with fans and other reality stars at the Over The Edge Celebrity weekend? How great was it to be interviewed by us by the pool?- Why wasn't she on The Challenge season 42?- Would she do Big Brother again? Why do people think her and Keanu will be back on for season 28?- DJing career- You Know I'm Right moment- Zodiac sign

July 7, 2026 - 7am: Top Democrats who backed Graham Platner now pulling endorsements Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing calls to drop out after a woman accused of him of sexually assaulting her MS NOW's Keving Frey in Maine with reaction from Maine voters Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) joins Morning Joe from Turkey on NATO Summit  Trump arriving in Turkey for start of NATO Summit FIFA recap DOJ plans to send election monitors to cities in Michigan ahead of its August primary Know Your Value: Author and former executive with Nike and Reebok, Karen Korellis Reuther on her new book, “Man-Made: How We Designed a World That Leaves Women Out, And How We Can Make It Right.” To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today I'm joined by Reena Vokoun... Reena is a TEDx speaker, two-time bestselling author, and Founder & CEO of Passion Fit, a wellness platform helping high-achieving women and organizations turn burnout into balance. Before launching Passion Fit, Reena spent over two decades leading digital marketing and business development teams at companies like Google, Yahoo, Reebok, CNET and GE. But it was her passion for empowering women, especially working moms, that led her to build a platform centered on holistic wellbeing, strengths-based coaching and real-life practicality. She's a certified health coach, fitness and yoga instructor, and behavior change specialist through ACE, AFAA and Gallup, and has spoken for global companies including Microsoft, Amazon and Google. Reena is also a TV health contributor for FOX, NBC, ABC and CBS, and hosts her own podcast, Your Power Move by Passion Fit. Her books, The Wellness-Empowered Woman and The Wellness-Evolved Woman, are both Amazon Best-Sellers and have earned honors from the Mom's Choice Awards, the Nonfiction Authors Association and the Book Excellence Awards. Reena was named one of LA Weekly's Top 10 Health and Fitness Leaders of 2023, was a Top 10 finalist in the Ms. Health and Fitness competition, and is a former ESPN National Fitness Championships award winner. Today, Reena is on a mission to help high-achieving women and global teams make wellness their power move. IG: https://www.instagram.com/passionfitllc/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passionfitllc/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reenavokoun/   Website: https://passionfit.com/about/  *** CONNECT WITH NIYC... Apply for GAME CHANGERS here: https://www.niycpidgeon.com/game-changers-application  Download my FREE Positive Psychology Sales System here:  https://niyc-pidgeon.mykajabi.com/the-positive-psychology-sales-system  Grab 11 of my sales & marketing courses here for just $27 (value $11,000):  https://niyc-pidgeon.mykajabi.com/positive-psychology-sales-stack  Connect on social media:  Instagram: www.instagram.com/niycpidge  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niycpidgeon Website: www.niycpidgeon.com 

From The Sip to The Ride, The Style to The Sound, we're running a full-court press on the culture with 30 heavyweight comparison questions. On this episode of Two Mics Up, we're ranking and choosing between:The Sip: Heineken, Becks, or Stella? Hennessy, Rémy, or D'Usse? Coke, Pepsi, or RC?The Ride: Mustang, Hellcat, or Camaro? Escalade, Navigator, or Range Rover? Classic Impala vs Challenger vs Boss 429.The Style: Nike, Reebok, or Adidas? Gucci, Louis, or Prada? Rolex, Breitling, or Omega?The Sound: Nas, Andre 3000, or Rakim? Jay-Z, Biggie, or Eminem? Kendrick, Cole, or Drake? Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, or Roxanne Shante?R&B Royalty: Beyoncé, Rihanna, or Janet? Usher, Chris Brown, or R. Kelly? Aaliyah, Brandy, or Monica? Erykah vs Jill vs Lauryn.Hip-Hop Culture: Snoop vs Cube vs Pac, Outkast vs UGK vs Three 6, Missy vs Kim vs Foxy, Dre vs Premier vs Dilla, Golden Era vs Bling Era vs Trap Era, and more.This is barbershop talk with podcast polish – nostalgia, strong opinions, and debates that hit everything from soundtracks to style, legends to new wave. Every choice says something about your taste, your era, and your definition of culture.⚡️ Watch now and play along.Comment your picks under the video, timestamp your favorite questions, and let us know where you agree or think we're TRIPPIN'. Hit like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next round of debates on Two Mics Up. Who you got?

Scott Monty, leadership advisor, communication strategist, keynote speaker, storyteller, and host of the Timeless Leadership podcast, joins me on this episode. Scott is the former Global Head of Social Media and Digital Communications at Ford Motor Company, where he helped lead some of the most groundbreaking digital communication and marketing initiatives of the early social media era. He has advised organizations including Ford, IBM, Walmart, Google, and Reebok, and has been recognized by The Economist as one of the world's leading social business thinkers. In this conversation, Scott shares lessons from his career journey, insights from working alongside legendary Ford CEO Alan Mulally, and why timeless leadership principles such as humility, reflection, communication, and servant leadership are more important than ever.

The Author Events Series presents Quiara Alegría Hudes & Ray Beauchamp | The White Hot & Misunderstood The White Hot takes the form of a letter from mother to daughter about a moment of abandonment that would stretch from ten days to ten years-an explanation, but not an apology. Hudes narrates April's story-spiritual and sexy, fierce and funny-with delicate lyricism and tough love. Just as April finds in her painful and absurd sojourn the key to freeing herself and her family from a cage of generational trauma, so Hudes turns April's stumbling pursuit of herself into an unforgettable short epic of self-discovery. In Misunderstood, Allen Iverson shares in searing clarity and touching candor his meteoric rise from impoverished child in the Virginia projects to high school champion to Georgetown University protégé of legendary coach John Thompson, and finally to NBA All-Star and Reebok's Vice President of Basketball. Quiara Alegría Hudes is an American writer. Her work includes the Pulitzer Prize winning play Water by the Spoonful, the Tony Award winning Broadway musical and major motion picture In the Heights, the animated film Vivo, and the essay High Tide of Heartbreak. As a prison reform activist, Hudes and her cousin founded Emancipated Stories, a platform where people behind bars can share one page of their life story with the world. Ray Beauchamp has been a criminal defense attorney in New York for the last fifteen years, having advocated for the rights of indigent people at the Legal Aid Society in Manhattan and the Bronx. Prior to Legal Aid, he clerked in the Second Circuit and served as managing editor of the Fordham Law Review. And prior to all that, he was a kid in West Philly, developing and nurturing a deep love of the 76ers. Because you love Author Events, please make a donation when you register for this event to ensure that this series continues to inspire Philadelphians. Books will be available for purchase at the library on event night! All tickets are non-refundable. (recorded 1/14/2026)

What does it look like to spend a career at the top of the footwear industry and then dedicate yourself to making sure others can follow? In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Matt Priest and Sabria Butler sit down with Portia Blunt, Board Chair of the Black Footwear Forum, for a candid conversation about her remarkable journey through footwear — from the Marine Corps to New Balance and Reebok to founding Bee Blunt. Portia shares what she saw as she rose through the ranks of major sportswear brands, and how that shaped her commitment to the Black Footwear Forum and its mission to build community, representation, and real pathways for BIPOC professionals in footwear. This is a conversation about craft, culture, and what it truly means to open doors for the next generation. With special guest: Portia Blunt, Board Chair, Black Footwear Forum and CEO and Founder, Bee Blunt Hosted by: Matt Priest, FDRA and Sabria Butler, FDRA

Épisode 270 : La Chine vieillit, l'Inde accélère, Netflix vend des baskets et les malls résistent à AmazonTroisième et dernier jour à Singapour pour notre série spéciale NRF APAC 2026.Après avoir parlé IA, commerce unifié, marketplaces et expérience client, cette dernière journée nous a surtout montré que le commerce est devenu bien plus qu'une affaire de produits et de canaux.En Chine, les retailers participent désormais à répondre au défi du vieillissement de la population. En Inde, les marques premium construisent patiemment leur présence auprès d'une nouvelle classe moyenne. Et partout en Asie, le contenu, la culture et les communautés deviennent des moteurs de croissance aussi puissants que les magasins ou les marketplaces.Dans cet épisode, nous revenons notamment sur : Le concept chinois du 15-Minute Living Circle et l'essor de l'Instant Retail comme réponse au vieillissement démographique Comment Netflix, Spotify et les documentaires deviennent de véritables canaux de vente pour des marques comme Reebok ou David Beckham Pourquoi les malls d'Asie du Sud-Est restent au cœur de la vie sociale malgré la montée du e-commerce Les leçons de Reliance Brands pour réussir sur un marché indien souvent mal comprisMais aussi : Pourquoi l'IA devient progressivement une infrastructure invisible du commerce Pourquoi le luxe est partout en Asie, même lorsqu'on n'en parle pas Pourquoi nous n'avons pas les mêmes références retail en Asie qu'en Europe Pourquoi le paiement, pourtant omniprésent dans les usages asiatiques, a quasiment disparu des discussions NRFTech Coup de En ce dernier jour, coup de coeur pour Vusion.Alors que beaucoup d'acteurs parlent d'agents IA et d'automatisation, Vusion travaille sur un sujet fondamental : l'exécution du commerce dans le magasin physique.Prix. Stocks.Disponibilité produit.Parcours client.Pilotage des opérations.Avec Pauline Monin, Global Product Marketing chez Vusion, nous avons parlé du futur du magasin connecté et de l'importance d'une donnée temps réel fiable pour améliorer l'expérience client comme la performance opérationnelle. https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulinemonin/ En savoir plus sur ces 3 jours 100% Asie ?• Replay de The Récap Live – NRF APAC https://www.linkedin.com/events/7449376746296152064• The Récap Dinner https://the-recap.events/inscriptionBonne écoute du deuxième épisode de notre série spéciale NRF — Notre Récap Français, en direct de Singapour ! Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Special thanks to Triangle for sponsoring this episode. Triangle's founder, Matt, is offering a complimentary one-hour strategy session for founders seeking to grow their personal brand. I can't recommend this service enough, and get in quick as there are only three remaining slots available this month! Get in touch at matt@mattswain.com or book directly at https://www.triangle-branding.com/book-a-call What if the blueprint for building a multi-million dollar business from scratch was sitting right in front of you? In this episode of World's Greatest Business Thinkers, host Nick Hague speaks with Art Juedes and Rick Gering, co-founders of Eastbay,  about how a chance meeting at a Wisconsin 10K race led to the creation of Eastbay, one of the most influential mail-order athletic retailers in history. Starting with just 108 pairs of running shoes, they built a multi-million-dollar business by focusing relentlessly on direct customer access, operational excellence, and fast adaptation to customer behavior.  The conversation explores how Eastbay survived supplier crises, built loyalty through community rather than marketing, and maintained a 40-year partnership grounded in trust and compromise. It's a masterclass in customer obsession, entrepreneurial resilience, and building enduring competitive advantage without massive capital.  What You Will Learn: How to build a competitive advantage through radical customer focus Why operational excellence becomes your moat when you lack capital The pivot principle: Let your customers redesign your business model:  How to navigate supplier relationships when you're undercapitalized Why trust and compromise are the non-negotiable foundations of long-term partnerships The framework for decision-making under uncertainty   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts. Instructions for doing this are here.   About Guest: Rick Gering and Art Juedes are co-founders of East Bay, the pioneering mail-order athletic footwear retailer that revolutionized direct-to-consumer sports retail. Born two days apart in June 1952 in Warsaw, Wisconsin, these lifelong runners transformed their passion for athletics and customer service into a business empire that grew from a basement operation to a $35+ million enterprise before their 1997 sale to Foot Locker. Their expertise spans supply chain innovation, brand building in competitive markets, and creating loyal communities through exceptional customer experience, lessons forged during the "sneaker wars" of the 1980s and 90s, when they secured exclusive partnerships with Nike, Reebok, and emerging brands like Under Armour.   Quotes: "We were at our wits' end trying to figure out how we would get product, how we would get shoes because we had no money. There were three of us who originally were going to go into it, and I had called Art to maybe be the fourth because he was the one who would have made it work. It was a number of chances all put together, by people who didn't really know what the end game was going to be." - Rick "Our first sale became our second business plan. Once the kids tried the shoes on, they weren't giving them up; they were selling right there. The kids couldn't wait to get the shoes so much that they loved them, so we realized that our idea to take orders and send shoes later was out the door." - Art "There weren't a lot of other distractions, so we really could focus on the athlete and our customer, listen and learn, and figure out what makes what's important to them. In a larger town, there's so much more noise that even the athletes get distracted. The big thing that we did differently than any other retail store is go directly to the kids." - Rick "We decided to go all in on the Nike Air line. If that line didn't sell, we were toast. But it was a great seismic shift for East Bay because Jordan was a seismic shift in the shoe and footwear industry. Before that, everyone looked at athletic footwear as equipment, and after that, athletic footwear became part of your identity." - Art Keywords: Primary Keywords (Core Themes): East Bay running shoes, mail order business, sneaker entrepreneurship, direct-to-athlete business model, small town startup, customer-centric business strategy, athletic footwear industry, Nike Air Jordan partnership, business partnership success, mail order catalog strategy Secondary Keywords (Related Subtopics): inventory management startup, supplier relationships Nike Reebok, business pivots adaptation, catalog marketing strategy, mail order logistics, athletic retail innovation, team sports sales, sneaker culture history, vertical integration business, customer service excellence, competitive advantage small business   Episode Resources: The Book of Eastbay on Amazon World's Greatest Business Thinkers on Apple Podcasts World's Greatest Business Thinkers on Spotify World's Greatest Business Thinkers on YouTube

What makes a story land in a corporate setting, and what kills it? In this episode, Dr Gian Power OBE breaks down why leaders who rely on facts alone fail to move people, how to structure a story that drives real behaviour change, and what the biggest enemy of good storytelling really is (what he calls “the explainer”). We explore the fine line between authentic vulnerability and performative storytelling, the neuroscience behind why stories change how people act, and how AI is already becoming a powerful tool for leaders who want to communicate with more impact.If you lead people, speak to audiences, or simply want to communicate with more impact at work, this episode is for you. Our Guest: Gian Power OBE Dr Gian Power OBE is the Founder & CEO of TLC Lions, dedicated to humanising the working world. His work has supported 300+ of the world's largest companies, including Amazon, Google, Rolls-Royce, and Visa, and now reaches over 15 million airline passengers via TLC Lions content onboard Emirates and Virgin Atlantic. After time at Deutsche Bank and PwC, Gian's life changed following a personal family tragedy. This experience became the catalyst for his mission – to make workplaces more human, connected, and emotionally intelligent. In 2025, he was awarded an OBE for services to Mental Health, recognising his transformative impact on leadership and workplace culture. Now a sought-after keynote speaker, Gian addresses global audiences on human leadership, wellbeing, and storytelling, helping leaders create trust, resilience, and high-performance cultures. Beyond TLC Lions, Gian is a proud Ambassador for the Missing People charity and co-author of Survive and Thrive with Reebok's Founder, Joe Foster. His work has been recognised by Forbes, the BBC, Business Insider, and his impact has been backed by the UK Government and No. 10 Downing Street. References: Gian Power OBE LinkedIn profile www.tlclions.com Listen to the next Episode All Podcast Episodes

Today, we're revisiting a conversation from this years ICR conference, where we sat down with Mark Goldston, a respected turnaround executive, and the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company. Summary: When a once-successful business falls on hard times, it can sometimes be hard for them to diagnose and fix the problem from within. Today's guest has built a career out of helping these businesses turn things around, and he's doing it again with one of America's premiere fitness brands.Mark Goldston is the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company, which trades under the symbol BODI. Mark is one of the world's most respected turnaround executives, and has spent his career reviving some of the best known brands in the world, including Revlon, Reebok, and LA Gear to name a few. He is also a prolific inventor with 135 US and foreign patents to his name. Today, Mark walks us through the history of The Beachbody Company, the issues he identified within the business, and how he and his team are working to right the ship.  Highlights:Mark's Career (1:40)Symptoms of a struggling business (6:34)The Beachbody Company turnaround (10:12)Navigating a difficult retail environment (17:16)Brand Awareness (21:58)How GLP-1's are impacting the business (26:46)What are investors missing about Beachbody? (29:50) Links:Mark Goldston LinkedInThe Beachbody Company LinkedInThe Beachbody Company WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

John Maroon sits down with Diane Pelkey, Head of Communications & PR at Chewy, to talk about her journey from Reebok and Under Armour to leading comms at one of the most beloved brands in retail. From crisis management and mentorship to unforgettable career moments, this episode is packed with sharp insights and real-world PR […]

John Maroon sits down with Diane Pelkey, Head of Communications & PR at Chewy, to talk about her journey from Reebok and Under Armour to leading comms at one of the most beloved brands in retail. From crisis management and mentorship to unforgettable career moments, this episode is packed with sharp insights and real-world PR […]

Apple's next big thing? AirPods with cameras… but the cameras don't record.Reebok sales have 3x'd since quitting Adidas… cause it's letting Shaq & Allen Iverson cook.Whirlpool ended its 70-year dividend streak… because we've entered the DIY Economy.Plus, grocery store shopping carts are getting disrupted (pimp my cart, Xzibit).$ADDYY $NKE $AAPL $WHRNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 3: Lebron Reebok Story, Josh Simmons Leap Year and Mahomes, Tiger 6' Putt For Your Life full 2494 Wed, 06 May 2026 14:35:50 +0000 YsDAG5MsvtQQJzR4a3iQdVa2GWa9bsqw nfl,mlb,patrick mahomes,lebron james,tiger woods,reebok,josh simmons,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,patrick mahomes,lebron james,tiger woods,reebok,josh simmons,sports Hour 3: Lebron Reebok Story, Josh Simmons Leap Year and Mahomes, Tiger 6' Putt For Your Life Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad.   The other is on the KU football broadcast team,  but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys  are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people  of Kansas City who make it the great city it is.   Start your morning with us at 5:58am!   2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

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Gabe and Asher bring a firsthand report from Watches and Wonders 2026 in Geneva, jet‑lagged but watch‑fueled. They walk listeners through the week's key impressions: a general sense of underwhelming novelties from the big brands, alongside impressive investments in booth design and production value. The episode zeroes in on Audemars Piguet's controversial, fully walled booth and strict queuing system, a move the hosts find off‑putting in a community event. In contrast, they highlight the energy downtown — the Beau Rivage, Time to Watches, Chronopolis and one‑off brand showings — where independents are generating excitement. Notable moments include Moser's playful Reebok collaboration, Credor's surprising standalone presence, and the growing prominence of independent makers in the Palexpo and around Geneva. The hosts also praise brands and spaces that created calm, focused environments for hands‑on encounters, such as Berneron's art‑gallery meeting. Overall the episode frames the week as a snapshot of an industry in flux: shifts in where the action takes place, evolving brand strategies, pressures from costs and logistics, and a renewed appetite for independent creativity. Gabe and Asher close by promising a follow‑up with their favorite unsung watches of the week. Openwork is a weekly podcast about how the watch industry actually works. An unfiltered look behind the scenes — no press releases, no hype, and no sponsored takes. Hosted by Asher Rapkin and Gabe Reilly, co-founders of Collective Horology. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can find us online at collectivehorology.com. To get in touch with suggestions, feedback or questions, email podcast@collectivehorology.com.

Sole Material discusses the announcement of NBA prospect Darius Acuff Jr. being the next Reebok signature athlete. The conversation dives into cutting-edge design, materials and speculative model silhouette renderings that could define the next generation of Reebok basketball shoes.  From on-court performance to off-court style, we unpack how tech and creativity are poised to inspire the next generation.

Old TV static ambience for sleep, relaxation, and deep focus. 9 hours of channel surfing white noise with soft signal drift, static hiss, and subtle audio fluctuations. No talking, just continuous ambient sound.TV static and ambient drift is this week's episode—the sound of no television signal, i.e., no channel transmitting.I'm old (we've discussed this). I realize that TVs today just have a logo bouncing around the screen (yes, I'm thinking of the Office). In the old days, we would see static or “TV snow”—random electromagnetic noise displayed on screen (in the absence of A Current Affair). And that electromagnetic noise gets passed to the TV speaker—“you deal with it” and that sounded like “KSSSSSSSSSSSSSH.”In the old days, when humans got mad at the TV, they had to stand, walk across a room, and turn a knob to change the channel. And many channels were unassigned, so we had to traverse multiple screens of “KSSSSSSSSSSSSSH” before seeing another human talking at us.Speaking of changing the channel—modern cable news...Cable news is essentially sports radio (they even offer betting now). Drive through any major media market (NY, LA, Philly—I love you, Philly! **** the haters) and listen to any sports radio station: bickering, crazy talk that all purports to lay the groundwork for fixing the home team's problems. One subject that covers the entire day, ad infinitum.There was a point in the '90s–2000s when television leadership realized their anchor—a stiff doofus reading current events—wasn't great for keeping eyeballs. And TV heads wanted audiences sticking around for twangy erectile dysfunction ads. Execs realized that arguing and debate among ***holes with insincere smiles and unearned gravitas equaled prolonged viewership.The problem is that on-air talent often doesn't know what the **** they're talking about, especially when they drift from the teleprompter. I've worked in television (we've discussed this too) and have witnessed anchors interject into on-air time with riffing—saying profoundly incorrect ****.One anchor claimed a local basketball phenom with size 18 feet wore bigger shoes “than even Shaq” (Shaq wears, like, size 22). Another anchor, during a breaking live takeover of the US Airways Flight 1549 (Hudson River landing), claimed that whatever caused the plane's engine to fail must have occurred in Connecticut airspace, because “once you take off from Laguardia you are almost immediately over Connecticut." All you have to do is look at a map to refute that dumb ****... A third anchor notoriously killed whole segments of the 11 o'clock news to make room for ad-libs. How long the show floated unscripted depended on how many beers the anchor had with dinner.Ok, maybe not profoundly incorrect examples... Like these idiot anchors and TV producers, I'm also a communications major, so my criticism is limited to the banal. Yet one needn't give these TV screws the benefit of the doubt on more complex subjects if they can't get Shaq's shoe size right.If you must watch the news, I would suggest you find an independent source you can trust. If I were to suggest guardrails, it would be: follow sources that tell you what's happening rather than pitting opposing sides to argue about it. If the channel you're watching brings up a two-box with a couple of ***holes about to square off on anything but Tom Brady—change the channel. PS: Shaq had one of the last awesome Reebok basketball sneakers—the Shaqnosis… For me, it'd be third place to Dee Brown, second to Shaq, first to Allen Iverson's The Question (honorable mention for John Wall's weird-looking pair).

Rick Watson is out. Nick Kaplan is in — and he's not giving the mic back.In this special Kaplan Wednesday episode, Nick takes the research prompts Watson built for his agentic commerce analysis and turns them on the very stories they were designed to interrogate.On the docket: Adyen's white paper claiming infrastructure is the constraint on agentic commerce (it isn't — and their own 95% AML false positive rate says why). Shopify's one-toggle Agentic Storefront promise and the data ownership problem it quietly creates. Klaviyo and Reebok Europe's Locale Aware Catalogs announcement — and the 149,999 merchants who aren't Reebok. The EU AI Act, which starts enforcement in five months and would like a word with every agentic protocol on the market. And the number that breaks every GMV projection: only 14% of shoppers trust AI recommendations enough to transact.The Kaplan Weekly is sponsored by Avalara. — automated tax compliance built for Shopify merchants, from calculation to returns. For more details: https://avalara.watsonweekly.com/The constraint isn't infrastructure. It's trust. Build that first.Happy April Fools. Rick will be back next week.Subscribe for weekly retail and commerce analysis: watsonweekly.com#ecommerce #kaplanwednesday #AIact #watsonwednesday

"We celebrate humans doing things their way, embracing the paradox, and showing that seemingly imposing ideas can harmoniously coexist even within ourselves." — Kristen Olson Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila, the podcast for varsity humans and trailblazers rewriting the rules and mastering the art of human optimization. Host Kristen Olson, a former Division 1 athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, and 20+ year entrepreneur in health and wellness, re-intro's her groundbreaking podcast she launched over 8 years ago, dedicated to cutting-edge conversations about health, wellness, performance, personal evolution, and the art of living intentionally. In this inaugural episode, Kristen introduces the mission and vision of Turmeric & Tequila—a show where athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders break molds and challenge norms. Discover what separates average from extraordinary, explore mindset and resilience strategies, and learn why questioning everything is the path to true growth. What You'll Learn About Me + T&T:) The philosophy behind "gracefully disruptive conversations" How to embrace paradoxes and live with purpose Why questioning the status quo leads to growth The intersection of health, wellness, and personal evolution What it takes to be a "varsity human" and trailblazer Strategies for human optimization and resilience TIMESTAMPS [0:00-0:31] Podcast intro and host introduction [0:31-0:36] Opening question: "What if there is a better way?" [0:36-0:56] Host bio: Kristen Olson's background (D1 athlete, CrossFit Games competitor, entrepreneur) [0:56-1:00] Introduction to brand partnerships (Red Bull, Reebok, Champion) [1:00-1:14] Core mission: Living with purpose and core values [1:14-1:32] Podcast positioning: "Turmeric & Tequila" for varsity humans and trailblazers [1:32-1:50] Focus areas: Cutting edge of health, wellness, performance, and personal evolution  [1:50-2:00] Core philosophy: Celebrating humans doing things their way and embracing paradoxes [2:00-2:25] Guest format: Athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders breaking molds  [2:25-2:38] Topics covered: Mindset, strategy, recovery, resilience, and habits [2:38-3:05] What to expect: Challenging, inspiring, and transformative conversations  [3:05-3:27] Core message: True growth comes from leading your own path and questioning everything [3:27-3:48] Call to action: Join the table if you're ready to step up, level up, and optimize yourself [3:48-3:52] Closing: "Cheers" [3:52-4:39] Outro: Subscribe on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms   Kristen Olson Founder & Host, Turmeric & Tequila Podcast Kristen Olson is a former Division 1 athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, and 20+ year entrepreneur in health, wellness, and human optimization. As a coach, creator, and purpose-driven leader, Kristen has partnered with global brands including Red Bull, Reebok, and Champion to help athletes and high performers achieve extraordinary results. With a philosophy rooted in questioning the status quo and embracing paradoxes, Kristen founded Turmeric & Tequila to create space for gracefully disruptive conversations about health, wellness, performance, and personal evolution. Her approach celebrates doing things your way while maintaining core values at the forefront of everything you do. Through her podcast, Kristen sits down with athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who are breaking molds and challenging norms. She explores the mindset, strategy, resilience, and habits that separate the average from the extraordinary—all while proving that striving to be better and embracing complexity can harmoniously coexist. Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE  MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

Jonathan Pierce is an ART certified massage therapist, a Stanford All-American in the 3,000m steeplechase, and a former pro runner for Reebok, ASICS, and the Mammoth Track Club. Not only has he competed at the Olympic Trials, he's worked there as a therapist.  He's also the founder of NOVOS Athlete in San Diego, a physical therapy and performance center for athletes.  Jonathan joins us to discuss his experience working with elite athletes and how they approach the process of staying healthy. We also talk about:  The training and mechanical causes of running injuries The role of movement in health and how quality movement is preventative  How to determine if you have qualilty movement patterns and how to improve Don't miss our complimentary injury prevention series to learn even more about staying healthy! Thank you Lever! Lever is back as a sponsor and they're giving away a FREE Lever system! Enter today at this link (the giveaway runs through the end of March) and for a bonus entry, follow Lever and Jason on Instagram.  Lever attaches to any treadmill and you hook into it like a harness. It effectively makes you lighter, enabling you to run more volume than you normally could with reduced injury risk, or helping you return to running after an injury. Lever allows you to do more running with less risk. So maybe you want to build more mileage, or run hard workouts but you're hesitant because of injury concerns. The pro's have been using Lever for years, letting them get the advantage of more training with fewer injuries. I had the chance to go for a run using Lever and it was deceptively easy to set up and use. All of a sudden, I was running 7min mile pace with the heart rate of 8:30 pace. You can see it in action on our YouTube channel. They're also trusted by physical therapists, where they're commonly used during injury recovery so you can keep running with less load and impact. Go to levermovement.com and use code Strength20 (with a capital S) for 20% off any system . Or, enter their giveaway here. Just don't wait too long - the giveaway only lasts until the end of March. Thank you LMNT! A big thanks to LMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at LMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You'll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. And DOUBLE big news! Their newest flavor Lemonade Salt is now permanently available (it's now my favorite). They're also offering 12oz cans of sparkling LMNT water that has half the sodium concentration of a packet. Check them out. LMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. I'm now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They're the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out LMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.

Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick sets the record straight on the viral claim that Carlos Alcaraz is “bored” of the ATP Tour. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his own career, from cash games at age nine to signing his first Reebok deal, plus his pre-match routines—including sleep hacks and napping under tables to beat Nadal and Djokovic. The episode also dives into serve mechanics and Andy's reaction to the rise of tennis-playing robots.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Victor Wembanyama was out of pocket for openly campaigning for himself to win the NBA MVP award, tell us why Darius Acuff Jr’s historic shoe deal with Reebok should be applauded, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers’ recent hot play, whether NFL players should play flag football in the Olympics, the death of Cinderella in college basketball, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big off-court move for Darius Acuff, landing a sneaker deal with Reebok. Plus, we'll hear from coach Chin Coleman.

March Madness rolls on and we're breaking down our Sweet 16 predictions, including the matchups that could shake up the bracket. We revisit the rise of Darius Acuff, now leveling up with a new Reebok deal and building real momentum in this tournament. That leads us into a fun throwback as we rank the all-time Reebok classics, from Iverson shoes to Reebok pumps.  CHAPTERS: 0:00 Darius Acuff Junior & Reebok 7:06 AI vs Human NCAA Brackets 10:03 Intro 10:46 Sweet 16 Predictions 11:14 West Picks 15:36 Midwest Picks 18:59 South Picks 23:00 East Picks 29:12 Coach Nicknames & Songs 33:33 Stack Ranking Power Conferences 38:42 Outro - Coach Songs   Click to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bigbenkwinn_      Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/bigbenkwinn_    https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbenkwinn_  https://x.com/bigbenkwinn_?s=21  https://www.threads.net/@bigbenkwinn_  https://discord.gg/BCqZduTD    Got feedback? Email us at wstpodcastshow@gmail.com

We'll tell you how we made it through Grizz/Hawks (3:00) + notes on the Sweet 16, the last time there wasn't one with 4 blue bloods, and the one and done coaches (12:30). Darius Acuff is making history and signing a deal with Reebok (53:20). Could the Grizzlies get 2 lottery picks??? The Magic are collapsing and the NBPA wants to get rid of the 65 game rule (1:19:18)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

(00:00-25:35) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing last night’s win for the Indiana Pacers, snapping a 16-game losing streak. Jake found something symbolic in last night’s win for the blue and gold. (25:35-37:23) – Jake sends his best wishes to one of the many loyal listeners and great people that listens to The Fan as he attempts to finally end his battle with cancer. He also touches on the news that Darius Acuff has signed a shoe deal with Reebok. (37:23-46:18) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie sharing some more thoughts on what (47:43-1:13:00) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly visit on Query & Company and starts his conversation with Jake Query about the NFL Owners Meetings next week in Phoenix. Will the Irsay daughters keep the franchise in Indianapolis? How is the transition of power going financially? Plus, they discuss if Chris Ballard being retained after another collapse last year was because there are other things the front office is focused on and didn’t want to have to add a general manager search to the list of things to do. (1:13:00-1:23:22) – Jake and Eddie get back into the Pacers winning last night because of how important it was for them to get back in the win column and all the different things that they have gone through this season. (1:23:22-1:34:55) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake asking producer Eddie Garrison some questions about witnessing a no-hitter or a perfect game. (1:34:53-1:59:50) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins the show to give his perspective on the significance of the Indiana Pacers winning last night over the Orlando Magic. Jake asks Scott for his opinion on who the Pacers would take if they win the NBA Draft Lottery and who could be in play if they don’t win the lottery and end up with pick two, three, or four. Finally, Jake asks Scott to comment on the passing of David Simon. (1:59:50-2:12:50) – The NFL Owners Meetings will start taking place on Sunday. What are the two rule changes that have been proposed? What are some things that could be discussed that could impact the future of the NFL? (2:12:50-2:25:19) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1) Hitmen Hoops - with MUCH info on Tiger Hoops rebuild, staff hires, & roster (2) Shoe talk: Darius Acuff signs deal with Reebok. Who are the shoe players?

On this episode of Shoe In Show, Neal Taylor, CEO of the Americas for ECCO, joins the show to discuss what it takes to guide a heritage footwear brand through reinvention. With a background that includes leadership roles at Reebok, Red Bull, and Hanesbrands, Taylor brings decades of experience across sportswear, retail, and global brand strategy. In this conversation, he shares how ECCO is refocusing on its core strengths—quality craftsmanship, comfort innovation, and authentic brand storytelling—while rebuilding trust with retailers and reconnecting with the modern consumer. From navigating industry disruption to rediscovering what made the brand iconic in the first place, Taylor offers candid insight into leadership, brand turnaround, and the evolving future of footwear. With special guest: Neal Taylor, CEO Americas, ECCO   Hosted by: Matt Priest, FDRA and Sandi Mines, FDRA

The best brands don't just sell products. They give people something to say about themselves. ISlide built an entire company on that idea by taking a simple utility item, the slide sandal, and turning it into a platform for self-expression. Today, ISlide shows up on the feet of professional athletes, high school teams and fans across nearly every major sport. What started as a locker room staple has become a recognizable badge of personal identity. On this episode of Brand Slam, hosts Joe Kayata and Mary Sadlier talk with ISlide founder Justin Kittredge about the insight that sparked the company and the conviction it took to grow it. Few brands sit at the crossroads of sports culture and personal expression quite like ISlide. The concept is simple. Give fans and athletes a way to represent who they support and what they stand for, right down to what they wear after the game. Justin understood that dynamic long before ISlide existed. As a former Reebok basketball executive, he spent years inside one of the world's most influential athletic brands, watching how credibility is built with players and fans. That experience helped shape his approach to partnerships, licensing and brand growth from the very beginning. Justin also recounts one of the company's defining moments when he appeared on Shark Tank in 2016 alongside former NFL star Antonio Brown. After hearing the offers, he made the decision to walk away from the only deal on the table. For many contestants, the decision might have been simple. Accept the deal and take the momentum. Justin saw it differently. The offer could have compromised his vision for ISlide, and he trusted his belief in the idea and his business judgment enough to walk away and continue building on his own terms. It's a moment that is just one chapter in a much larger story. Justin reflects on the experiences that shaped his approach to brand building. He also shares how basketball continues to influence his work today, including the global nonprofit he co-founded with his wife Lindsey, Shooting Touch.  It's a conversation about insight, conviction and the unexpected places great brand ideas can begin. Have an idea for a guest? Reach out at brandslam@addventures.com.

Send us Fan MailMany companies treat experience as the final layer of the business: a nicer interface, a friendlier script, a smoother customer interaction. But the real experience of a company comes from something deeper. It grows out of the systems, incentives, and environments that shape how people behave. If those foundations are wrong, no amount of design can fix it. Experience architect, Alain Thys, has spent years helping organizations rethink those foundations so the experience customers and employees feel is actually built into the way the company works. In this episode, Dart and Alain discuss how organizations turn vision into lived experience, how leaders create environments where people naturally do the right thing, and why choosing the right customers and employees may be the most important design decision a company makes.In this episode, Dart and Alain discuss:- Why experience must be architected- Turning vision into lived experience- Why you cannot design a smile- Creating environments where people do the right thing- Listening to employees like customers- Emotional and rational space in leadership- Choosing the right customers for your business- Hiring for fit before skills- Why some customers drain the organization- Designing for future customer expectations- And other topics…Alain Thys is the founder of Alain Thys & Co., where he helps organizations design and implement customer and employee experiences that drive business performance. He previously served as Managing Partner of Futurelab and has worked with global brands including Adidas, Audi, Mercedes, Reebok, Toyota, and ING. His work focuses on experience architecture, customer transformation, and aligning organizations around meaningful experiences. He is the author of So You Want To Be Customer-Centric?Resources Mentioned:Alain's Book, So You Want To Be Customer-Centric?: 8 Steps To Profitable Customer Relations: https://www.amazon.com/You-Want-Customer-Centric-Profitable-Relations/dp/1463785143Connect with Alain:Website: https://www.alainthys.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alainthys/Work with Dart:Dart is the CEO and co-founder of the work design firm 11fold. Build work that makes employees feel alive, connected to their work, and focused on what's most important to the business. Book a call at 11fold.com.

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYEveryday we take a break from the busy work day to catch our breath, hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit. Today we talk about Dave's 26.3 Clue, Wodapalooza kicks off tomorrow and Scott has a new addiction and its Drive to Survive.

"Visibility isn't about a huge marketing budget — it's about strategy, consistency, and showing up where your community already is." -Kristen Olson Small businesses don't need massive marketing budgets to get noticed — they need the right strategy. In this solo episode of Turmeric & Tequila, host Kristen Olson breaks down practical, no-fluff marketing strategies that entrepreneurs and local businesses can implement immediately to increase visibility, attract customers, and grow their brand. Drawing from 20+ years as an entrepreneur, brand partner, and athlete, Kristen shares the same marketing approaches she has used while working with companies like Reebok, Red Bull, and Champion, along with building her own businesses and a top 2% globally ranked podcast. This episode was inspired by an upcoming community event where Kristen will be speaking about marketing for local and small business owners who want results without spending thousands on agencies or complicated advertising funnels. If you're a founder, side-hustler, or entrepreneur trying to grow your brand in today's noisy marketplace, this episode delivers simple, actionable marketing strategies you can start using today. Kristen covers: Simple SEO strategies anyone can implement Smarter social media marketing Cost-effective ways to build visibility The power of partnerships and community Why real-life events still matter in a digital world Practical steps to start marketing your business today No huge budgets. No marketing overwhelm. Just real strategies that work. SMALL BUSINESS, BIG VISIBILITY Speech Deck 2026 (PDF) Time Stamps: 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 00:29 - Episode Overview: Small Business Big Visibility 00:36 - Special Event Announcement & Talk Structure 01:05 - Sponsor Shoutout: Colorado Clownfish Swim School 01:21 - Sponsor Shoutout: Declan James Watches 02:45 - Host Intro & Background 03:40 - The Truth About Visibility & Marketing Myths 05:15 - SEO Basics: Google Looking for Clarity 05:45 - Strategy #1: Answer Questions People Ask You 06:45 - Strategy #2: Use Words Your Customers Use 08:00 - Strategy #3: Consistency Beats Perfection 09:00 - YouTube & YouTube Shorts Strategy 10:20 - Social Media Strategy: Avoid Burnout & Stickers/T-Shirts 12:00 - Three Pillars of Social Media: Value, Authenticity, Consistency 13:15 - People Follow People, Not Businesses 14:30 - You Don't Need to Go Viral 16:00 - Three Types of Content: Education, Story, Community 17:30 - Mindset of Abundance & No Fear of Copycats 19:00 - The 80/20 Rule: 80% of Business from 20% of Clients 20:00 - Opportunity Cost & Balance-ish Life 21:30 - Cost Effective Visibility: Podcast Guesting 23:00 - Pro Tip: Ask for Podcast Content Files to Repurpose 24:30 - Strategic Partnerships & Collaboration 26:30 - TNT Affiliate Partners Page & Collaboration Mindset 28:00 - Community Storytelling & Press Record Strategy 29:30 - The In-Between: Non-Measurable Metrics Matter 31:00 - In-Person Events = Marketing Gold 32:15 - Five Actionable Strategies You Can Implement Today 32:45 - Action Item #1: Five Common Customer Questions 33:30 - Action Item #2: Social Media 2-3 Times Per Week 34:30 - Action Item #3: Reach Out to One Potential Partner 35:15 - Action Item #4: Plan One Small In-Person Event 36:00 - Final Thought: Marketing is About Clarity & Connection 36:30 - Thank You & Final Sponsor Callout 37:00 - End Kristen Olson Kristen Olson is an entrepreneur, speaker, and host of the Turmeric & Tequila podcast, ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally. A former Division I athlete and 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, Kristen has spent over 20 years building businesses, brands, and communities. She has worked with companies including Reebok, Red Bull, Champion, and numerous wellness and performance brands, helping connect strategy, storytelling, and partnerships to create authentic visibility. Through speaking, coaching, and her media platform, Kristen helps entrepreneurs, athletes, and leaders grow their businesses, build meaningful relationships, and show up powerfully in their communities. Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

The whole crew is back together... Nick, Mike, Robbie, and Rohit are all in the same (virtual) room for the first time in a while, and things get weird before they get good. From confusing their Thugs (Young vs. Slim, no disrespect to either) to breaking down the Reebok Engine A26 and the adidas x Spider collab dropping March 3rd, the guys cover a lot of ground this episode.The real meat of the conversation though? That ESPN story by Baxter Holmes about the Jordan 19 and the Black Mamba origin... it turns out the snakeskin concept that defined Kobe's entire identity was originally pitched for Michael Jordan, who wanted absolutely nothing to do with it. Nick, Rohit, and Mike dig into why that story matters beyond the history books, what it says about how sneaker media used to work, and why moments like this one don't happen nearly enough anymore.Then the conversation shifts to Formula 1, sneaker partnerships in motorsports, where the real opportunity is, and why Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari might be more interesting for the sneaker world than anyone is talking about yet.Oh, and somewhere in there, Robbie gets off a line about MJ having too many animal nicknames that you just have to hear for yourself.Topics covered:Reebok Engine A26, adidas x Spider Superstar Super Modified, Jordan 19 Black Mamba origin story, WNBA Jordan Heir II, Hyrox vs. CrossFit, Formula 1 sneaker partnerships, NIL deals and the future of basketball culture.ESPN Story: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48016100/inside-secret-history-black-mamba-kobe-bryant-michael-jordan-air-jordan-19Nick's Story: https://www.thesneakernewsletter.com/p/sometimes-the-universe-proves-yourSUPPORT THE SHOW:Donate Through Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sneakerhistoryBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/nickengvallEarly Access, Exclusive Videos, and Content On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistorySubscribe on Substack: https://substack.com/@sneakerhistoryJoin our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgzaIf you are interested in advertising to our audience, contact us: podcast@sneakerhistory.comCHECK OUT OUR OTHER SHOWS:For the Formula 1 Fans - Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fmFor the Fitted Hat Fans - Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.comFor the Cars & Sneakers Fans - Cars & Kicks: https://carsxkicks.comFor the Creators & Creatives - Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106[Links contain affiliate links; we may receive a small commission if you purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––Our podcast is proudly...Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistoryHosted & Distributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPbGET IN TOUCH:Robbie - robbie@sneakerhistory.comMike - mike@sneakerhistory.comRohit - rohit@sneakerhistory.comNick - nick@sneakerhistory.comDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

Joe Glascock manages the historic Winecup Gamble Ranch, a 1.2-million-acre buckaroo outfit in northeast Nevada. Established in the Thousand Springs Valley shortly after the Central Pacific Railroad arrived in the area, the ranch features a combination of deeded land and government allotments that includes meadow pastures at 5,000 feet elevation, mountain ranges that climb to 8,700 feet and plenty of expansive, high desert ranges. Glascock, who hired on in 2020, shares the colorful history of the Winecup Gamble , which has been owned by the likes of Utah Construction Company, actor Jimmy Stewart, Paul Fireman of Reebok, and now Stan Kroenke, who also owns the Waggoner Ranch in Texas, the Gang and Douglas Lake in Canada, Singletons in New Mexico, and several other ranches throughout the West. Glascock also recounts his own background, which includes working for the Bureau of Land Management, studying at the King Ranch Institute in South Texas, and buckarooing on several Great Basin outfits. A special thanks to our episode sponsor, the R A Brown Ranch in Throckmorton, Texas. A Rancher's Rendezvous 3.0  March 9-11, 2026    Throckmorton TX rabrownranch.com winecupgambleranch.com

Welcome back to Liz on Biz! In this empowering episode, Liz Theresa sits down with Sarai Martinez—a talented hairstylist, makeup artist, and session stylist working with brands like Reebok, Life is Good, and the Paper Store. Sarai shares her journey of pivoting from a traditional salon career to a dynamic life working on commercial and editorial sets around Boston and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary activist Marsha P. Johnson was one of the most remarkable figures in LGBTQ+ history – central to the Stonewall Riots and the gay liberation movement at large. Her remarkable life story is captured in a new biography by artists and filmmaker Tourmaline. Tourmaline is an award-winning artist, filmmaker, writer, and activist whose work is dedicated to Black trans joy and freedom. She is a TIME 100 Most Influential Person in the World awardee and a Guggenheim Fellow. She has frequently appeared on ABC News, as well as in the New York Times and Vogue. Her art is in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Tate, and the Getty Museum. She created the critically acclaimed film Happy Birthday, Marsha!, and she has directed Pride campaigns for Dove, Marc Jacobs, and Reebok. She previously worked with Queers for Economic Justice and the Sylvia Rivera Law Project. She lives in Miami, Florida.Kate Schatz is the New York Times-bestselling author of the “Rad Women” book series and Do the Work: An Anti-Racist Activity Book, co-written with W. Kamau Bell. Her novel Where the Girls Were is forthcoming in 2026 from Dial Press. On December 10, 2025, Tourmaline came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater to talk to Kate Schatz about her bool "Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson".  

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KDon Toliver unleashes his fifth studio album OCTANE, released January 30, 2026, via Cactus Jack/Atlantic. Building on the high-octane energy of 2024's Hardstone Psycho, this 18-track project continues the "more fuel consumption" theme with explosive melodic trap-R&B fusion, heavy bass, beat switches, and motorhead-inspired motifs.The Houston native—known for auto-tuned vocals, soulful hooks, and viral TikTok smashes like “No Idea” and “After Party”—delivers high-energy anthems from the jump. Standout features include Yeat on “Rendezvous,” Rema on “Secondhand,” Travis Scott on “Rosary,” Teezo Touchdown on “All The Signs,” and SahBabii, amplifying cross-genre reach from trap to Afrobeats adjacency.Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect breaks down the sonic profile: futuristic production, strong opening sequences, and vocal prowess that elevate the ride, despite some critics noting mid-album stretches and perceived bloat.Critical reception splits—Pitchfork awards 6.5/10 for personality and features amid underwhelming moments, while Clash praises 8/10 for cohesion and consistency. User scores on Album of the Year hover 60–80, highlighting production futurism and debate over editing.Commercially, OCTANE marks Don Toliver's first #1 debut on Billboard 200 with ~135K–157K first-week units (including ~20K pure sales via vinyl/merch bundles), nearly doubling Hardstone Psycho's peak and claiming 2026's biggest opening so far. Pre-release buzz from lead single “Tiramisu” (Sept 2025), pop-ups, Reebok collabs, and playlist optimization fueled streaming dominance.This rollout cements Toliver's Tier-1 escalation: sustained growth, merchandising muscle, and strategic features driving global consumption in melodic trap's core demographic. Analytic Dreamz explores how OCTANE solidifies his place as a consistent hitmaker blending accessibility with experimental edge. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today's episodes are some of my favorites. I hate stories of just wavetops, and I love stories about people who refuse to give up on what they believe and have built. Don't sleep on this episode; there is much to be gained and learned. Dan Ellis has been making performance footwear for 35+ years, starting his shoe-making career at Saucony, where he worked at their factory in Maine, learning each step in the shoe-making process. He went on to work for Adidas and Reebok, making specialized shoes for multiple Olympic and professional athletes. In 2005, DEVCOM (aka "Natick Labs") asked Dan to work with the Navy SEALs to develop a suite of boots, which turned into the brand OTB Boots. One elite unit nicknamed him "Bootmaker to the Good Guys", which is used today as a tagline for the OTB Boot Brand.   Today's Sponsors:  Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com LMNT: https://www.drinklmnt.com/clearedhot  

In addition to being a global executive and leadership strategist who has led $400M+ businesses at adidas and Reebok, driven global rebrands, and coached leaders from chaos and crisis to clarity and confidence, resulting in major transformation, Chad is a friend of 15 years. We met sitting at the negotiating table between CrossFit and Reebok, and then spent the next few years managing the newly minted relationship from each respective brand. Chad is now the Cofounder of ACTIV8, which helps teams reduce friction, build trust, and perform at their highest potential. https://chad.activ8myidentity.com/   Today's Sponsors: Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com LMNT: https://www.drinklmnt.com/clearedhot