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The Podcast is hosted by Lovekickscustom and 808 Kicks ATL.

Episode 187 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
1:06:38 SSense
1:25:31 A Ma Maniere
1:38:18 Converse
1:42:23 Kanye
1:45:00 Sneaker Court of Public Opinion
1:55:21 Discount Topic
2:01:50 Outro

Welcome back to the podcast

In this episode, we dive deep into the business, culture, and chaos of the sneaker and fashion world. From brand controversies to creative comebacks and cultural reckonings, we unpack the stories everyone’s talking about — with honesty, insight, and a dose of humour.

🕒 Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Intro
We kick off the show by setting the tone for the week — covering the biggest moves, headlines, and moments in the sneaker and fashion scene before getting into our main stories.

1:06:38 – SSENSE
We start with a major headline: SSENSE reportedly owes millions to luxury and designer brands. We break down what’s happening behind the scenes with the high-end retailer — from delayed payments to industry backlash — and explore what this means for designers, suppliers, and the future of online luxury retail.
We also discuss how this financial controversy is affecting SSENSE’s reputation, the reaction from brands caught up in the issue, and whether this could shake confidence in digital fashion retail models moving forward.

1:25:31 – A Ma Maniére
Next, we take a look at the latest A Ma Maniére collection, known for its elegant storytelling and deep connection to community and culture. We break down the design direction, sneaker releases, apparel pieces, and presentation aesthetic — highlighting why A Ma Maniére continues to lead the conversation around meaningful collaborations in the sneaker world.
From Jordan partnerships to refined luxury streetwear, we discuss how this collection fits into James Whitner’s long-term vision and whether this might be one of A Ma Maniére’s strongest drops yet.

1:38:18 – Converse
At this mark, we shift gears to give Converse its flowers. After years of quiet consistency, Converse has been making smart moves — from creative collaborations to new silhouettes that are connecting with both nostalgic fans and new audiences. We look at the key partnerships, the success of the Converse Weapon revival, and how the brand is balancing heritage with innovation in 2025.

1:42:23 – Kanye West
Then, we take a deep dive into Kanye West’s complex and turbulent fashion journey — from the highs of Yeezy’s global dominance to the fallout that followed his public controversies. We discuss how his creative brilliance clashed with his behaviour, how that led to industry blackballing, and whether there’s any path back for him in fashion.
This segment gets real about what Kanye meant to sneaker culture, how brands distanced themselves, and what lessons can be learned from his rise and fall.

1:45:00 – Sneaker Court of Public Opinion
Next, we head into our Sneaker Court of Public Opinion — where we put controversial sneaker and fashion behaviour on trial. We review this week’s biggest drama, hand down verdicts, and let the culture decide who’s guilty, who’s innocent, and who’s just plain wild.

1:55:21 – Discount Topics
We wrap up with our quick-fire roundup — smaller but significant sneaker and fashion stories that made noise this week. Expect fast opinions, bold takes, and plenty of laughs.

2:01:50 – Outro
We close the episode with final reflections, shoutouts,