Aleali May pulls up to Ghetto Runways for a conversation about the journey that took her from Los Angeles to Chicago — and eventually to becoming one of the most influential women in sneakers, fashion and streetwear.

Aleali takes us back to being 18 years old in Chicago, working at Louis Vuitton, discovering RSVP Gallery, and learning firsthand from the creative world surrounding Don C, Virgil Abloh, Easy Otabor and the early Chicago streetwear scene.

She breaks down how working retail helped shape her understanding of fashion, finding RSVP through Tumblr, meeting Don and Virgil around the Watch the Throne era, and eventually leaving Louis Vuitton to become part of the RSVP family.

The conversation follows her move back to Los Angeles, working with Guillermo Andrade at 424 on Fairfax, unexpectedly landing her first styling opportunity with Kendrick Lamar, modeling for brands like Stüssy and Vans, and entering the adidas world before reconnecting with Jordan Brand.

Aleali also tells the story behind her first Air Jordan 1 collaboration, the inspirations pulled directly from Los Angeles culture and her family, her Jordan projects that followed, and how her career expanded into collaborations with Clarks, Mattel/Barbie, the NFL, Lids, New Era and more.

Along the way, she reflects on Vashtie, Pharrell, Paris Fashion Week, Louis Vuitton x Supreme, hip-hop’s influence on fashion, representation, community, and why simply being outside and building real relationships changed the course of her career.

This episode is about much more than sneakers. It’s about trusting your instincts, finding your community and turning the culture you grew up in into something the world can see.

Guest: Aleali May
Host: Alonzo Jackson
Co-Host: Marcus Dane
Producer/Director: Frankie Fabre
Ghetto Runways — Season 4

Like, comment and subscribe to Ghetto Runways for more conversations at the intersection of fashion, streetwear, music and culture.

#AlealiMay #GhettoRunways #jordanbrand  #airjordan  #virgilabloh  #DonC #RSVPGallery #Streetwear #SneakerCulture #Fashion #Chicago #LosAngeles #LouisVuitton #ParisFashionWeek

Emory “Vegas” Jones joins Ghetto Runways for a conversation about culture, creativity, business, legacy, and the experiences that shaped his journey.

In this episode, hosts Alonzo Jackson and Marcus Dane sit down with Emory “Vegas” Jones for an in-depth conversation exploring his path through music, fashion, business, and culture.

From his connection to the Roc-A-Fella era to his relationships with some of the most influential figures in entertainment, fashion, and street culture, Emory has built a career rooted in authenticity, relationships, timing, and vision.

The conversation moves beyond the headlines and into the lessons behind the journey — the importance of loyalty, recognizing opportunity, understanding your value, navigating rooms with intention, and building something that can outlive the moment.

Emory also reflects on fashion, footwear, entrepreneurship, creative partnerships, and the experiences that helped shape his perspective along the way.

Ghetto Runways — SZN 4 EP 4
Featuring Emory “Vegas” Jones

Hosted by:
Alonzo Jackson
Marcus Dane

Produced by:
Frankie Fabre

Filmed & Produced by:
Fabre Studios

Ghetto Runways is a culture-driven interview series exploring the people, stories, ideas, and movements shaping fashion, music, creativity, entrepreneurship, and the culture at large.

Subscribe to Ghetto Runways and turn on notifications so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.

Follow Ghetto Runways across all streaming and social platforms for full episodes, clips, behind-the-scenes content, and more.

Watch. Listen. Learn. Know the story behind the culture.

#GhettoRunways #EmoryJones #VegasJones #AlonzoJackson #MarcusDane #FrankieFabre #FabreStudios #RocAFella #RocNation #HipHop #Fashion #Streetwear #Sneakers #Culture #Entrepreneurship #CreativeCulture #Chicago #SZN4 #episode4

In this episode of Ghetto Runways, we sit down with acclaimed costume designer Marci Rodgers to explore the art, research, and cultural storytelling behind some of film and television’s most memorable wardrobes.

From BlacKkKlansman, She’s Gotta Have It, Till, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, Shooting Stars, Passing, No Sudden Move and High Flying Bird to her work recreating the legendary wardrobe of Michael Jackson for Michael, Marci breaks down how clothing becomes an essential part of telling a character’s story.

We discuss her creative process, historical research, working alongside filmmakers like Spike Lee and Steven Soderbergh, recreating iconic Michael Jackson looks, designing across different eras, and the journey that turned her passion for fashion into a career in costume design.

This is more than fashion—it’s history, culture, character, and storytelling through clothes.

Featuring: Marci Rodgers
Hosted by: Alonzo Jackson & Marcus Dane
Produced by: Ghetto Runways
Directed/Produced by: Frankie Fabre / Fabre Studios

Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping fashion, culture, film, music, and design.

#GhettoRunways #MarciRodgers #CostumeDesign #MichaelJackson #MichaelMovie #Fashion #Film #SpikeLee #WuTang #Till #BlackKklansman #FashionHistory

From Chicago's West Side to the global stage, Joe Freshgoods has redefined what it means to build a brand rooted in community, culture, and authenticity.

In this episode of Ghetto Runways, we explore the journey behind one of today's most influential creative voices. Joe reflects on the early days of building Don't Be Mad, the moments that shaped his career, the lessons learned through adversity, and how he transformed local storytelling into globally recognized collaborations with brands like New Balance.

More than a conversation about fashion, this episode is about purpose, legacy, and the power of staying true to where you come from.

In this episode:
• Joe Freshgoods' early journey in Chicago
• The story behind Don't Be Mad
• Building a brand through community
• New Balance collaborations and creative direction
• Storytelling as a design philosophy
• The future of fashion and culture

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more conversations with the artists, designers, and visionaries shaping culture around the world.

Follow Ghetto Runways
Instagram: @ghettorunwayspodcast

Follow Joe Freshgoods
Instagram: @joefreshgoods

Dir/Prod: Frankie Fabre 

#GhettoRunways #JoeFreshgoods #Chicago #Streetwear #Fashion #NewBalance #DontBeMad #CreativeDirector #Design #Culture #Storytelling #Podcast

#GhettoRunways | Season 4 Episode 1 — MANO

Season 4 starts with a legend.

For years, MANO has been one of the most influential creatives behind the scenes in music, fashion, and culture. From serving as Kanye West's official DJ on world tours—including Watch the Throne and Yeezus — to producing the original demo that became The Weeknd's Grammy-winning, multi-platinum hit **"The Hills," his fingerprints are on some of the biggest moments in modern music.

But this conversation isn't about accolades.

It's about the journey.

In this episode of Ghetto Runways, MANO opens up about building a career from Chicago, working alongside some of the biggest artists in the world, navigating success, protecting his creativity, and what it really takes to stay authentic in an industry that constantly tries to define you.

This is more than an interview—it's a masterclass in culture, perseverance, and creative excellence.

### In this episode:

The untold stories behind touring with Kanye West
Producing The Weeknd's iconic hit "The Hills"
Working with artists including Travis Scott, Pusha T, Big Sean, and more
Building a career behind the scenes while influencing global culture
Lessons on creativity, longevity, and staying true to yourself
Why Chicago continues to shape some of the world's most influential artists

There's nothing left to prove. This is the culture.

Welcome to Ghetto Runways Season 4.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more conversations with the visionaries shaping culture across music, fashion, business, and entertainment.

Follow MANO
Instagram: @callmemano

Follow Ghetto Runways
Instagram: @ghettorunways

Produced by Frankie Fabre

#GhettoRunways #Season4 #MANO #KanyeWest #TheWeeknd #TheHills #Chicago #MusicProducer #DJ #HipHop #Fashion #Culture #Podcast #Creative #FabreMedia

GHETTO RUNWAYS — Season 3, Episode 8

Jae Tips | From Bronx Roots to Global Design Impact

From the heart of the Bronx to the global stage this episode features the one and only Jae Tips.

A true multi-hyphenate creative, Jae Tips is more than just a designer he’s a storyteller, a visionary, and a cultural architect redefining what it means to build from nothing. As the founder of Savior Worldwide and a celebrated footwear designer, Jae has carved his own lane through authenticity, color, and narrative-driven design.

In this episode of Ghetto Runways, we sit down with Jae to unpack the journey
from reselling sneakers and designing out of the mud…
to collaborating with major brands like Saucony and earning industry recognition, including Footwear News’ Collaboration of the Year and Global Sneaker of the Year honors.

This conversation goes deeper than fashion.
It’s about resilience. Vision. And staying ten toes down when nobody sees it but you.

Jae opens up about:
• Growing up in the Bronx and building from ground zero
• Turning rejection into fuel and creating his own opportunities
• The rise of Savior Worldwide and building a brand with meaning
• His impact on sneaker culture and redefining collaborations
• Why storytelling is the future of design

This isn’t just an episode
it’s a blueprint for creatives who refuse to wait for permission.

Welcome to Ghetto Runways. Where culture meets creators.

FOLLOW JAE TIPS:
Instagram: @jaetips
Brand: @saviorworldwide

FOLLOW GHETTO RUNWAYS:
Instagram: @ghettorunways
Produced by: Fabre Studios

#GhettoRunways #JaeTips #Bronx #Streetwear #SneakerCulture #Fashion #SaviorWorldwide #Saucony #CreativeEntrepreneur #FabreStudios

In Ghetto Runways Season 3 Episode 7, the hosts sit down with a true pioneer — the living legend and Godfather of Streetwear, fashion designer Karl Kani.

Long before streetwear became a global industry, Karl Kani was setting the blueprint. From designing pieces worn by hip-hop icons to building one of the most recognizable brands in fashion, his influence shaped the culture and the business of streetwear as we know it today.

In this episode, Karl Kani shares the story behind the movement  how he built his brand from the ground up, the challenges of breaking into the fashion industry, and the impact his designs had on hip-hop, culture, and generations of designers that followed.

The conversation dives into:
 • The early days of Karl Kani and the birth of streetwear
 • How hip-hop and fashion grew together
 • Building a brand that became a cultural staple
 • Lessons from decades in the fashion industry
 • The legacy of a designer who helped shape the culture

This is more than fashion  it’s history.

If you care about culture, entrepreneurship, and the roots of streetwear, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

🎥 Ghetto Runways is where fashion, culture, and real stories collide.

Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping style, creativity, and culture.

#GhettoRunways #KarlKani #Streetwear #FashionHistory #HipHopFashion #ChicagoCulture

YouTube Description

Season 3 continues with a powerful conversation featuring Chicago legend Dave Jeff.

In Episode 6 of Ghetto Runways, the hosts sit down with Dave Jeff to unpack the story behind the name — exploring his roots, his influence, and the relationships that helped shape Chicago’s cultural landscape. From untold history to behind-the-scenes connections, this episode dives deep into how one figure became a force within the city’s creative and social fabric.

This isn’t just an interview — it’s a reflection on legacy, impact, and the energy that defines Chicago culture.

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes, iconic guests, and culture-shifting conversations.

—

About the Episode
Hosts: Alonzo Jackson & Dane Marcus
Guest: Dave Jeff
Season: 3
Episode: 6

—

Connect with us:
Instagram: @GhettoRunways
Studio: Fabre Studios

—

#GhettoRunways #DaveJeff #ChicagoCulture #ChicagoLegend #Season3 #PodcastInterview #CulturalIcons #FabreStudios