Back to our original format this week with @laced_heat Faraz Ghanbari, who not only has a huge collection, but some pairs and special boxes you might not be familiar with. We also talk toy collecting, take it back to the early days of the Toronto sneaker scene, and hear about how his kids get involved in these hobbies. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee [email protected] Beats: Chili Banks

The second episode of SneakerDads spinoff podcast Wear Everything welcomes Sean Collard @scollard23. In addition to curating his own very popular Instagram page focused primarily on Air Jordans, MJ himself and the history behind it all, Sean is also part of The Sneaker Podcast crew, as well as @OGsupportgroup on IG. He is truly an OG in the sneaker game, who shares stories, some jokes, and his perspective on both the past and present. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee [email protected] Beats: Chili Banks

In the first episode of SneakerDads spinoff podcast Wear Everything, we’re joined by legendary independent reseller and collector @Netmagnetism. We get behind the scenes and talk about his favourite pairs, selling grails, funny stories, a relentless work ethic, advice for newcomers, and of course, if he wears everything. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee Beats: Chili Banks

A very good friend of the podcast, Joel @jo_doooney, takes us back to how he got started in the game through b-boy and graffiti culture, shares some of the origins of Canada Got Sole, discusses the sometimes difficult realities of parenting as a sneakerhead, and talks about why he can’t keep anything deadstock. Host: Jon Ratner [email protected] @headzaintredee Music: Chili Banks

Jason Bitton @jasonbitton shares his views on the intersection of sneakers and fashion, emerging and established brands, and the state of the industry. We also talk about keeping the collection in order, mixing brands, buying kicks for kids and spouses, and wearing pairs like the Nike Air Yeezy 2s to play men’s league hoops. Host: Jon Ratner [email protected] @headzaintredee Music: Chili Banks

Iconic photos, creative videos, father-son time, and plenty of sneakers. Nelson Campana talks about his role with the Toronto Raptors and other MLSE teams, shares some photography tips, discusses family, being on the road and at home, and getting attached to certain shoes. Host: Jon Ratner [email protected] @headzaintredee Music by Chili Banks Check us out in the top Sneaker podcasts list https://blog.feedspot.com/sneaker_podcasts/

Back in Montreal with Mark Bayne (Bayner on Twitter and IG) who shares his experiences coming up in sneaker retail, working with Nike, and how family blends – and sometimes doesn’t – with this passion. Host: Jon Ratner, Music: Chili Banks. Check us out in the top Sneaker podcasts list https://blog.feedspot.com/sneaker_podcasts/

You should recognize Dan Tanenbaum’s unique creations from his @watchpartsmotorcycles Instagram feed, but his son Graeme is also an up-and-coming artist whose custom sneaker work can be found at @soleprodigy23. They have some great stories and passion for their work.

SneakerDads welcomes a very special guest this week, one that knows me intimately, and can shed some light on a lot of the issues partners have to deal with when it comes to kicks. Big thanks to my wife, Amanda – the first of many SneakerMoms on the podcast. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee Beats: Chili Banks

From doubling up on Air Jordan 4s during a trip to Chicago in 1989, to selling hundreds of pairs to buy his dream car, Toddy Flores has always done things for the love of it, while keeping his priorities straight. The DJ, restauranteur, car lover and family man shares his history and passion with the sneaker game, and what’s happening with his 1,000-plus pair collection. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee Beats: Chili Banks