BRNDD: Conversations with Creatives

Episode 24: Currency Michaels


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Donte' and Ronald catch up with an old friend, Michael Haskins Jr. Better known as Currency Michaels. Michael is the owner and founder of Currency Studios, a staple brand in Baltimore, established back in the late 2000's. They got a chance to talk about the history of Baltimore Streetwear, break down old industry beefs and more!

Highlights:

  • 4:15: The Legend of Garth
  • 12:12: "The Cool"
  • 16:57: Baltimore to Ball Harbor
  • 22:33: Building a Legacy Brand
  • 29:27: Respect Your Wealth
  • 37:15: PedX and Gentai
  • 48:06: The importance of a team
  • 55:23: Helping by not helping
  • 59:57: Ronald vs. the Baltimore Sun
  • 1:03:19: Reconciliation and understanding
  • 1:09:24: Seeding and Celebrities
  • 1:14:36: The stages of being a Creative
  • 1:20:57: Creating Spaces and the future
  • 1:23:51: The Favorites
  • 1:25:57: The BRNDD 10
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BRNDD: Conversations with CreativesBy Donte Cotton & Ronald James

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