by Sneaker History - Retrospect Podcasts
Nearly 600,000 downloads and still here! A show about sneakers for sneakerheads, by sneakerheads. We're not here to bring people down or play gatekeeper, we are here to show the positive side of sneakers and connect with like-minded sneaker enthusiasts. We talk about sneakers and the footwear industry, interview footwear industry professionals, designers, and creatives that share our passion for sneakers. Opinions not paid for by the corporate sponsors like the other guys. Hosted by... Nick Engvall, Founder of Sneaker History and Footwear Consultant. Footwear industry veteran, formerly of StockX, Finish Line, Complex Sneakers, and many more. Robbie Falchi, host of inside Robbie's Closet and writer for Sneaker History, Nice Kicks, Finish Line, and Modern Notoriety. Mike Guillory, Sneaker Youtuber, and writer for Sneaker History, photographer, and sneaker connoisseur. Rohit Malhotra, footwear industry professional, sneaker enthusiast, and proud #GirlDad. A part of the Retrospect Podcast Network. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
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April 21, 2025
<p>On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Mike Guillory interviews Derek Curry, the CEO and founder of <a href="https://www.sneakerpolitics.com/?sneakerhistory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sneaker Politics</a>, as they discuss the journey of building a successful sneaker boutique over the past 20 years. Derek shares insights on the importance of community, creative collaborations, and the challenges of navigating the sneaker market. They explore how Sneaker Politics has adapted to trends while maintaining a strong connection with their customer base, and the significance of storytelling in sneaker releases. In this engaging conversation, Mike and Derek Curry explore the evolving sneaker market, highlighting the unexpected rise of Crocs among youth, the dominance of brands like ASICS and Nike, and the nostalgia surrounding retro Jordans. Derek shares insights into his personal sneaker rotation, the impact of seasonal changes on footwear choices, and the importance of curating new brands in retail. They also discuss the influence of media exposure on sneaker politics and the excitement surrounding upcoming projects and collaborations.</p><p><strong>SUPPORT THE SHOW:</strong></p><p>Donate Through Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sneakerhistory</p><p>Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/nickengvall</p><p>Early Access, Exclusive Videos, and Content on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory</p><p>Subscribe on Substack: https://substack.com/@sneakerhistory</p><p>Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza</p><p><strong>If you are interested in advertising to our audience, contact us:</strong> [email protected]</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Sneaker Politics and Derek Curry</p><p>02:58 The Journey of Sneaker Politics</p><p>06:04 Building Community and Expanding Stores</p><p>08:57 Creative Collaborations and Storytelling in Sneakers</p><p>12:08 The Impact of Releases and Community Engagement</p><p>14:59 Navigating the Sneaker Market and Consumer Behavior</p><p>17:56 Adapting to Trends and the Future of Sneaker Culture</p><p>26:22 The Rise of Crocs and Market Trends</p><p>28:05 Top Sellers in the Sneaker Market</p><p>30:00 Nostalgia and the Jordan Experience</p><p>32:43 Derek's Sneaker Rotation and Seasonal Changes</p><p>36:37 The Evolution of Salomon and Fashion Trends</p><p>38:00 Curating New Brands and Taking Risks</p><p>42:42 Impact of Media Exposure on Sneaker Politics</p><p>46:06 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CHECK OUT OUR OTHER SHOWS:</strong></p><p>For the Formula 1 Fans - Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fm</p><p>For the Fitted Hat Fans - Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.com</p><p>For the Cars & Sneakers Fans - Cars & Kicks: https://carsxkicks.com</p><p>For the Creators & Creatives - Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>[Links contain affiliate links; we may receive a small commission if you purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]</p><p>—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––</p><p>Our podcast is proudly...</p><p>Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistory</p><p>Hosted & Distributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPb</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GET IN TOUCH:</strong></p><p>Robbie - [email protected]</p><p>Mike - [email protected]</p><p>Rohit - [email protected]</p><p>Nick - [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: 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.</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
April 14, 2025
<p>On this episode of Sneaker History, Nick Engvall, Rohit Malhotra, and Mike Guillory discuss the release strategies of recent signature sneakers, including shoes from A'Ja Wilson, Devin Booker, Ja Morant, Anthony Edwards, and more. The conversation also covers a growing trend in sneakers, exclusive regional releases. They explore the future of women's basketball footwear, the role of marketing in sneaker success, and how social media influences athletes. The conversation also touches on the current state of the NBA and its stars, concluding with predictions for the future of sneaker culture.</p><p>--- SUPPORT THE SHOW ---</p><p>Donate Through Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sneakerhistory</p><p>Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza</p><p>Early Access, Exclusive Videos, and Content On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory</p><p>Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/sneakerhistory</p><p>—–––– Check out our other shows: —––––</p><p>For the Formula 1 Fans --> Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fm</p><p>For the Fitted Hat Fans --> Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.com</p><p>For the Cars & Sneakers Fans --> Cars & Kicks: https://carsxkicks.com</p><p>For the Creators --------> Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106</p><p>—–––– EXCLUSIVE DEALS FOR YOU FROM OUR PARTNERS —––––</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>[Links contain affiliate links, we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]</p><p>—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––</p><p>Our podcast is proudly...</p><p>Livestreamed with StreamYard: https://streamyard.com?pal=6514386237915136</p><p>Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistory</p><p>Distributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPb</p><p><br></p><p>Get in Touch: </p><p>Robbie - [email protected]</p><p>Mike - [email protected]</p><p>Rohit - [email protected]</p><p>Nick - [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>For advertising inquiries: [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: 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.</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
April 7, 2025
<p><span style="font-family: var(--bs-font-sans-serif); font-size: 1.125rem; color: var(--bs-accordion-color);">On this episode of Sneaker History, Nick Engvall shares a personal story about his first pair of Air Jordans and how they connect to Michael Jordan's unexpected transition from basketball to baseball. He reflects on the hustle it took to earn the money for the shoes, the significance of the Air Jordan 9s, and the lessons learned from Jordan's journey in sports. The episode encapsulates themes of nostalgia, hard work, and the deeper meanings behind sneaker culture.</span></p><p>--- SUPPORT THE SHOW ---</p><p>Donate Through Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sneakerhistory</p><p>Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza</p><p>Early Access, Exclusive Videos, and Content On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory</p><p>Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/sneakerhistory</p><p>—–––– Check out our other shows: —––––</p><p>For the Formula 1 Fans --> Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fm</p><p>For the Fitted Hat Fans --> Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.com</p><p>For the Cars & Sneakers Fans --> Cars & Kicks: https://carsxkicks.com</p><p>For the Creators --------> Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106</p><p><br></p><p>—–––– EXCLUSIVE DEALS FOR YOU FROM OUR PARTNERS —––––</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>[Links contain affiliate links, we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]</p><p>—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––</p><p>Our podcast is proudly...</p><p>Livestreamed with StreamYard: https://streamyard.com?pal=6514386237915136</p><p>Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistory</p><p>Distributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPb</p><p><br></p><p>Get in Touch: </p><p>Robbie - [email protected]</p><p>Mike - [email protected]</p><p>Rohit - [email protected]</p><p>Nick - [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>For advertising inquiries: [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: 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.</p><br/><br/>This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: <br/><br/>Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
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