This week JP pulls up to the pod, we connect on growing up in Queens. Share some old Queen Center stories, how JP ended up working at All The Right. The way All The Right connects graffiti and sneakers. He also brings some kicks to show off before they drop. Plus we talk about how sneakers has influenced him and things he wants to see being the Manager of ATR.   

Where to find JP:   

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@justjpsworld  

All The Right: 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@alltheright 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alltheright98⁩   

Shop: https://alltheright.com/   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week Alfred Banks returns to the podcast, we last spoke almost 4 years ago when I first started the podcast. We catch up on the accomplishments we have achieved since then. I also touch on my time in Cincinatti for the Piggy Runners Adistar release. Alfred talks about the creation of SaxKixAve and their upcoming album. Also performing at the Super Bowl and the path his has carved since his last appearance.  

Where to find Alfred:      

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alfredbanks⁩  

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@underdogcentral

X: https://x.com/underdogcentral 

SaxKixAve: https://www.saxkixave.com/  

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by Dj Ominaya, we talk about growing up in the Bronx. Where his love for sneakers started, how he started DJing. Where his hustle comes from and where his love for hip hop came from. How he and A Boogie with The Hoodie connected. How he is able to work with him and Lola Brooke. How everything comes back to sneakers and much much more!  

Where to find DJ Ominaya:      

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@djominaya 

X: https://x.com/djominaya 

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/djominaya   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week LIFEOFTHOM, pulls up to the podcast and we talk about his journey with kicks. The bubbling current New York rap scene, how he has been navigating it. Creating community and supporting others that support him. Starting and pursuing music at his age, plus working with On The Radar. We also talk about his producing and his last album Cocotaso. Plus so much more!  

Where to find LIFEOFTHOM:      

IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeofthom/ 

Website: https://lifeofthom.com/   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week Jason Faustino jumps back on the podcast to catch up since our last episode. We talk about his recent promotion, his team's expansion since collaborating with Jae Tips. We also talk about Saucony's new Run as One community based campaign. How sneakers has intertwined with every interest we have. Some upcoming collaborations coming out and of course John Cena's Heel turn plus much much more!

Where to find Jason:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/um.jf13/

Cop something from Saucony: https://www.saucony.com/

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by Arab Lincoln, we talk about his journey to becoming one of the best sneaker photographers today. Growing up in South Carolina and how he was ahead of the game in school. His big break during the early days of social media. How much he loves sneaker culture and why he's passionate about it till this day. Plus so much more!  

Where to find Tyler:     

IG: https://www.instagram.com/arab_lincoln/ 

X: https://x.com/ArabLincoln   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by the legendary DNA, we talk about growing up in Corona. How Pumpkinhead helped impacted both of our lives. Also how DNA fell in love with kicks. What he loves about sneakers and how he has evolved his collection. Starting battle rap, revisiting his iconic moments. The impact battle rap has made on his life and we also talk wrestling and so much more!  

Where to find DNA:      

IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealdnagtfoh X: 

https://x.com/DNA_GTFOH 

Linktree: linktr.ee/dnagmdw   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by Complex's own Brendan Dunne, we talk about his journey. Growing up in Idaho and going to school at The University of Oregon. How he found his love for sneakers, translating it into a full time job in sneakers. Our love to Aesop Rock and moments we had at shows! The importance of being able to do things within sneakers and much much more!

Where to find Brendan:      

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@brendandunne 

X: https://www.x.com/brendandunne 

Complex Sneaker Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/ @Complex  

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by the Originator, Frosty Preme. We talk about his journey with kicks, who kept him laced up. How he was influenced in high school and what how he got the chance to release hats. The fitted boom of 2020 and being in written about in Business of Fashion. How he and Jae Tips connected and how he started doing music. Plus so much more!!  

Where to find Frosty Preme:      

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@frstypreme 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FrostyPreme    

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/

This week I am joined by z-100's own DJ Dramos, we talk about his history with kicks. Working on the breakfast club, growing up in and around New York. He shows off two pairs of kicks and tells some insightful stories about them. We also go over his motivation to start his podcast Life as a Gringo plus his pivot from being in a band to where he is now. Plus so much more!!  

Where to find Dramos:     

 IG: https://www.instagram.com/@djdramos 

Life as a Gringo Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT3414rJpXwYgIUR_xGfB7GmEk_yJpKmx

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/@djdramos   

Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/myfirstkicks  

Music by The DoppleGangaz: https://thedoppelgangaz.bandcamp.com/