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The Podcast is hosted by Lovekickscustom and 808 Kicks ATL.

Episode 185 of the Shoe Dog Podcast!!

The Podcast where we break down the subject matter of the week and discuss the relevant sneaker topics. Bringing news and information to your door so you don't have to.

Timecodes

00:00 Intro
49:59 ComplexCon
1:32:21 Antman and Katt
1:52:06 Sneaker Court of Public Opinion
2:00:10 Discount Topic
2:04:58 Outro

Welcome back to the Podcast

In this episode, we dive deep into major sneaker-culture moments, high-stakes marketing, and the most talked-about releases dropping this season. From exclusive event heat to brand feuds and quick hits, we’ve got you covered.

🕒 Timecoded Breakdown

00:00 – Intro
We open the show by setting the scene: what’s going on in the sneaker world right now, what we’re looking forward to, and what you should keep in mind before we dive into the segments.

49:59 – ComplexCon (2025) Exclusive Releases
We turn our attention to ComplexCon and unpack all the most anticipated exclusive drops confirmed for the event. From the Nike Air Max 95 collabs (such as Undefeated × Nike) to city-packs from the Jordan Brand and limited-edition drops from smaller labels, we detail what’s going live — how many pairs, whether they’re “first look” releases or hard-launch exclusives, and how the hype landscape is shaping up. 

We also break down what this means for collectors: if you’re attending, if you’re watching online, or if you’re trying to score one via raffle — we give you the run-down.

1:32:21 – Ant-Man & Katt: Sneaker Advertising Face-off
In this segment we dig into the recent marketing storm between the Converse SHAI 001 launch and the Adidas Anthony Edwards campaign featuring comedian Katt Williams. We outline how Katt’s viral advert took jabs at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Converse shoes, the underlying rivalry, and how this kind of promotional warfare impacts sneaker culture and brand loyalties. 

We ask: was this smart brand theatre, or did it cross into awkward territory? And what does it signal for future athlete-sneaker-marketing rundowns?

1:52:06 – Sneaker Court of Public Opinion
Time to put behaviour under the microscope: we evaluate a few troubling stories, hold the sneaker industry accountable, and deliver verdicts. Whether it's questionable drops, brand missteps or consumer ethics, we lay it out — and you decide. Serious, sharp, and cultural critique at its core.

2:00:10 – Discount Topics
Rapid-fire roundup: the smaller stories that still matter. We cover leaks, restocks, small collabs, hype-whispers and market shifts you may have missed. Short, sharp, and loaded with relevance.

2:04:58 – Outro
We wrap up the show by summarising the key takeaways, spotlighting what to watch next week, and closing with a thanks to you, our listeners. Stay tuned for the next episode.

👟 Whether you’re a die-hard collector, a sneaker-market watcher, or simply someone who loves how culture, marketing and sneakers collide — this episode delivers every angle. We drill into exclusive events like ComplexCon, unpack brand rivalries, and keep our finger on the pulse of what’s happening now.

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