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In Episode 27 of the 12Hub Sneaker Podcast, the crew is back with a full house to roast the latest Supreme x True Religion drop and break down the chaos of the Travis Scott Jumpman Jack release. We reveal a super-rare, employee-only Delta Airlines Nike Air Force 1 that you’ve likely never seen before.

Plus, we get into a heated debate about the "Complex Sneaker of the Year" list, discuss the rumors surrounding Steph Curry and Under Armour, and drop the most hilarious "Sneaker Math" logic on how to justify buying four pairs of the same shoe.

In this episode:
The unseen Delta Airlines x Nike "Bespoke" Air Force 1.
Is the Travis Scott hype finally dying or are resale prices lying?
The Supreme x True Religion collection: Fire or Trash?
"Sneaker Math": How to double up on kicks and convince yourself it was free.
Why the Complex Sneaker of the Year list missed the mark.
#SneakerPodcast #TravisScott #Supreme #SneakerResell #Nike

TIMESTAMPS: 
0:00 - Intro: Supreme Gore-Tex Fits & The Polo vs. USPA Lawsuit 
7:52 - RARE PICKUP: The Exclusive Delta Airlines Nike Air Force 1 
13:45 - Stranger Things x Nike Pickup & Wardrobe Stylist Fails 
17:55 - Roasting the Supreme x True Religion Drop 
23:25 - Travis Scott Jumpman Jack: Hype vs. Reality 
28:50 - The "Shattered Backboard" Resell Strategy 
33:40 - Calling out "Sneaker Incels" on Reddit 
40:00 - Why we HATE the Complex Sneaker of the Year List 
48:00 - The current state of Sneaker YouTubers 
56:30 - MUST WATCH: "Sneaker Math" - How to justify buying 4 pairs 
1:00:40 - Is Under Armour failing Steph Curry? 
1:08:20 - The Return of the Nike Air Foamposite & Wutang 
1:22:40 - The "Chipotle" Air Force 1 Rumor 
1:32:00 - Tim Cook backdooring Nikes & The misery of SNKRS Raffles 
1:44:00 - Politics, Protests, and Living in "Trump Country" 
1:51:00 - The "Strawberry Cough" Lowball Regret 
2:00:00 - The AI "Beans and Rice" Jordan 1 Viral Clip

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The Complex Sneaker of the Year panel was... a mess. Hugh and Drew break down why the panel (and Joe La Puma's list) missed the mark, why Fat Joe was the only rational one, and debate the sudden hype of the Lil Yachty Air Force 1. Is it just a CPFM ripoff that Fat Joe saw 12 years ago?

The guys also cover the endless wait for the Travis Scott drop (and his $3,500 pillow), why the new Kith x Capcom collab is "outlet trash," and react to the bizarre Kanye West rabbi apology video.

Plus, Hugh shares an absolute nightmare story about his Tesla accident and insurance hell that you have to hear to believe.

TiMESTAMPS:

(0:00) Intro: Where is Ki? 
(0:30) "The Complex Sneaker Panel Was a JOKE" 
(1:02) Roasting Joe La Puma's List 
(1:50) Brendan Dunn's Useless Input 
(3:02) Who Was the "Industry Plant" on the Panel? 
(4:26) What ACTUALLY Makes a Sneaker of the Year? 
(5:17) The Lil Yachty Air Force 1 Debate 
(5:35) Fat Joe: "I got that same shoe 12 years ago" 
(6:36) The Undefeated AF1 vs. The Yachty AF1 
(9:26) The Endless Wait for the Travis Scott Drop 
(10:41) Travis Scott's $3,500 Body Pillow 
(13:47) Recent Pickups: Eric Koston SB 
(17:59) DEBATE: Does Nike Ever Retro SB Dunks? 
(18:55) What Are Our Most Complimented Sneakers? 
(21:10) The "Run Club" Air Max 90 
(26:35) USPS vs. Nike: The Experimental AF1 Lawsuit 
(29:58) Are Air Force 1s Officially "Dad Shoes"? 
(34:34) Remember the Nike Fuel Band? 
(38:37) Kith x Capcom Collab: "Outlet Trash" 
(45:39) The Starbucks Stanley Cup Hype is Manufactured 
(47:04) Hugh's Tesla Insurance NIGHTMARE 
(59:19) Why Drew Will NEVER Own a Tesla 
(1:01:22) REACTING to the Kanye West & Rabbi Video 
(1:04:46) Kanye's "Messy House" Apology 
(1:10:36) Outro: Still No Travis Scott...

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The 2025 Complex Sneaker of the Year list just dropped, and... we have some thoughts. The 12 Hub crew is back to break down what Complex got wrong, what they got right, and give you our real, definitive Sneaker of the Year picks.

Before the debate, H unboxes a massive haul that's been months in the waiting, including the $20 Yeezy merch (is it... Nazi-themed?), the Gortex Supreme pants, and the questionable Kobe Air Force 1s.

We also get into the real talk: Can you still listen to Kanye? What about R. Kelly? Where is the line between art and the artist, especially after the Tom Sachs controversy?

This one is all gas, no brakes. Drop your SOTY in the comments!

0:00 - K's Back in the New Studio
1:47 - T.A.N.S.T.A.A.F.L. (There Ain't No Such Thing as a Free Lunch)
2:45 - The Reality of Food Banks & Costco Runs
4:33 - Voting with Meta Glasses (Accidental Recording)
6:03 - Virginia Politics & "Cooning and Buffooning"
7:48 - Dick Cheney Died on Election Day
9:06 - "Is The Game Gay?" (The Diddy Rumors)
10:42 - Recapping Last Week's Podcast Drama
12:42 - UNBOXING: The $20 YEEZY Haul Arrives
13:47 - Is This Yeezy Merch... Nazi-Themed? (The Imperial Eagle)
15:47 - They Sent the WRONG Yeezy Shoes
16:29 - UNBOXING: Supreme Gortex Pants
17:37 - UNBOXING: Nike React Rejuvenate
18:01 - UNBOXING: The Kobe Air Force 1s (EW.)
22:18 - Unboxing: New Balance V6 & Supreme/RZA
25:00 - The "Dopalizer 2000" (Smoking in the South Park Movie)
27:36 - From South Park to The Book of Mormon
31:15 - The Complex Sneakers Podcast & "Ugly Welty"
37:41 - Why the Complex Sneaker List is Just Rage Bait
44:00 - Is Drake's Style "Lazy"? (ASAP vs. Yachty vs. Drake)
47:10 - Hypebeast Confessions (Kith & Supreme)
50:20 - The BIG Debate: Can You Separate Art from Artist? (Kanye)
51:08 - Drew: "I Can't Listen to R. Kelly"
53:23 - Drew's Final Stance on Kanye
54:00 - K's Conspiracy: Kanye Got Canceled to Avoid Fulfilling $20 Orders
56:45 - The Tom Sachs "R*pe Room" Problem
1:02:08 - GRAIL TALK: What's Your Ultimate Grail?
1:02:33 - Drew's Grail: Futura x UNKLE SB Dunk
1:03:25 - The Heaven's Gate Nike Decade
1:09:17 - Upcoming Drops: Travis Scott Fragment Lows
1:15:50 - SNEAKER OF THE YEAR: Kari's List
1:23:11 - SNEAKER OF THE YEAR: Drew's List
1:31:02 - SNEAKER OF THE YEAR: H Diddy's List
1:32:45 - H's #1 SOTY: Shattered Backboards (2025)
1:37:29 - This Week's Supreme Drop: Timberland Collab
1:40:35 - Philly Talk & Penn State Memories (Sandusky)
1:47:30 - The Truth About Sneaker Podcasting & Growth
1:56:30 - Final Advice for Growing a Channel
1:59:39 - Outro

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Complex Con's 2025 "Sneaker of the Year" list just dropped... and it's TRASH. The 12 Hub crew is back for Episode 24 to roast the entire list, from the "Big Bubble" scam to the missing SBs.

We also get into the Complex Con drama, the hype around the new Palace x Nike and Supreme x Wu-Tang collabs, and whether Hellstar is the ultimate reseller brand.

PLUS, since it's Halloween, we're building our official Top 10 Halloween Sneakers of All Time (Paranormans, Mummies, MF Dooms, and more).

Let us know in the comments: What's your REAL Sneaker of the Year?

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro / Episode 24
1:22 - Complex Con Drama Begins
1:28 - The New Palace x Nike Collab
2:41 - Are "Complex Con Exclusives" a Scam?
4:12 - Reviewing the Undefeated Air Max 95s
4:47 - Tangent: Angel Reese Reeboks & Salehe Bembury
7:31 - The Hellstar Brand Discussion
8:55 - The Hellstar Backdoor Story (Marcus Jordan)
13:23 - Who is the Top Streetwear Brand Right Now?
14:04 - HYPED: Supreme x Wu-Tang Collab
17:10 - STORY: The $2,600 Versace Jacket
21:10 - STORY: Courtside at a LeBron Game ("Sweat hit me")
27:00 - The J. Tips x Saucony "Poison Ivy"
32:41 - *** THE ROAST BEGINS: Complex Con Sneaker of the Year List ***
35:05 - "Nike & Jordan are the ONLY companies?"
35:36 - The Air Max 95 Neon "Big Bubble" SCAM
37:50 - Debating the Awake Jordan 5
39:57 - Lil Yachty's Air Force 1
41:46 - Where are the Adidas? (Pharrell Jellyfish)
44:09 - The List is Missing Too Many Shoes (Bred 1s)
45:16 - Is the Nigel Sylvester Jordan 4 Really #1?
48:13 - NO Nike SBs on the List?! (Rodeos)
1:21:52 - *** SEGMENT: Top 10 Halloween Sneakers ***
1:22:31 - Paranorman Foamposites
1:22:56 - MF Doom Dunks
1:23:20 - Day of the Dead
1:24:16 - Night of Mischief vs. Neckface SBs
1:29:33 - Halloween Horror Stories & ICE
1:37:13 - How We Got to "Fat Baseball Players"
1:46:17 - Wrap Up

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The 12 Hub crew is back, and this episode, we're calling it out: "unreasonable Jordan fans" are stuck in a time machine! We debate why MJ fans are so defensive and compare the sneaker legacies of LeBron James and Michael Jordan.

Why do Jordan's "moments" (Flu Game, The Shot) feel so much bigger than LeBron's (Soldier 10)? We also ask the big question: Will LeBron's sneakers EVER have the same resale value and nostalgia as Jordans? The crew breaks down why recent LeBron retros like the Big Bang 9s have flopped, while Jordans remain "timeless."

Like, subscribe, and hit the bell! Let us know in the comments: Are Jordan fans unreasonable? And whose sneaker line is truly the GOAT?

TimeStamps: 
0:00 Intro: The "Great LeBron James Episode" 
0:24 "Unreasonable Jordan Fans Are Stuck in a Time Machine" 
1:50 Stop Giving Me a History Lesson! 
3:00 Does LeBron Have Any Iconic Sneaker Moments? 
4:12 Jordan's Moments vs. LeBron's Moments (Flu Game vs. Soldier 10) 
5:30 Nike Invented the "Flu Game" & "Last Shot" Names 
8:00 Favorite LeBron Silhouette? (Roasting the Soldier 11s) 
12:30 THE BIG DEBATE: Will LeBron Sneakers EVER Have Jordan Resale Value? 
13:40 Why LeBron Retros (Big Bang 9s) FLOPPED 
15:00 Are Jordans Truly "Timeless"? 18:30 Post-Jordan 17s are "Ass" 
20:00 Are Jordan Fusions Coming Back? 
22:50 PICKUP: Air Jordan 5 "Barely Volt" (Pink) 
27:18 PICKUP: LeBron 17 "Archives" (Infinity Stones) Unboxing 
32:20 PICKUP: Nike Air Darwin "Brazil" Unboxing 
33:00 Roasting Nike's TERRIBLE Quality Control 
33:50 Supreme x Fox Collab 
36:50 PICKUP: Grateful Dead x Oregon Ducks Air Max 90 
41:00 Debate: Buying the Strawberry Cough SB Dunks 
45:45 Off-White 4s Are Aging Like "Bananas" 
50:10 Jordan 4s Are So Uncomfortable 
54:10 StockX vs. eBay Authentication (Who Is Worse?) 
57:30 The Biggest Sneaker Sale REGRET 
1:04:10 The Great GOAT Debate: Zion vs. Charles Barkley 
1:06:30 Reviewing the 2024 Doernbecher Collection 
1:14:20 Zion Voodoo 2s Are Sitting Everywhere 
1:22:30 DEBATE: Is Jeff Staple IRRELEVANT? (Pigeon Dunk Roast) 
1:31:00 Dipset Merch vs. Staple Merch 
1:35:45 Supreme's Most Offensive Graphics (Coke Rat) 
1:40:30 Is the Anthony Edwards 1 Hype Already DEAD? 
1:41:40 Hooping Shoes vs. Lifestyle Shoes 
1:47:30 What Happened to Sneaker Reviewers? (Wear Testers) 
2:06:10 You're Probably Wearing the Wrong Shoe Size 
2:13:45 Why Are Kobes Sitting? 
2:14:30 Nike Doesn't Care About Sneakerheads 
2:16:15 How Resellers FAKE the Market 
2:24:00 Rick Owens x Doc Martens 
2:29:00 Checking the (Empty) Release Calendar 
2:33:30 Planning Our "Shoe of the Year" List 
2:36:40 The Great Chicken Debate: KFC vs. Popeyes 
2:39:45 Wrap Up

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Is the sneaker resale bubble finally bursting? On Episode 22 of The Sneaker Hub Podcast, we dive deep into why the market is in the toilet and why it's the best time in years to be a true collector.

We're breaking down the latest drops, including the controversial Stüssy x Nike collaboration and the incredibly underwhelming Fear of God Athletics x Adidas collection—we're not holding back on this one. Plus, we're talking about the Cool Kicks raid, the best holiday sneakers ever, and our personal pickups of the week.

Is the Jordan 4 still the king? Are retros eligible for "Sneaker of the Year"? We're chopping it up and giving our hottest takes on the state of sneaker culture today.

(0:00) Intro - What Were You Doing at 22? 
(1:15) Nike's HBCU Yardrunner Pack 
(2:05) Trying to Cop for The Wife 
(4:35) The Stüssy x Nike Vandal Collab 
(6:18) The DECLINE of Stüssy Quality 
(8:15) Is Stüssy the New Supreme? 
(9:57) Is the Adidas CONFIRMED App Terrible? 
(11:15) ROASTING the Fear of God x Adidas Collab 
(12:30) Who is This Collection Actually For? 
(15:13) The NBA Merch is TRASH 
(18:05) The BEST Christmas Sneakers Ever? (Concepts SB Ugly Sweater) 
(19:35) Resale is in the TOILET (Best Time for Collectors!) 
(20:10) Remember the Maui Wowie & Candy Corn Dunks? 
(23:25) StockX Has a "Deals" Section Now? 
(24:45) Lost & Found vs. Union Jordan 1s at the Same Price is INSANE 
(26:31) The Truth About the Shattered Backboard Retros 
(28:08) Complex's Sneaker of the Year Panel 
(29:08) Should Retros Be Sneaker of the Year? 
(32:37) The Cool Kicks RAID! 
(35:20) How Cool Kicks Selling Stolen/Fake Goods Hurts Everyone
(40:15) Unloading the Collection: Selling 300 Pairs 
(42:45) Weekly Pickups: J-Tips Saucony 
(45:05) An Interesting Year for Nike SB 
(49:00) Why Do Female Skater Collabs Never Sell Well? 
(50:00) The Best Jordan 1 Mids Ever Made? 
(53:15) Unboxing Supreme Pickups & a New iPhone 
(1:02:28) Getting Into Watch Collecting (Rolex, IWC) 
(1:08:24) The Diamond Industry is a SCAM 
(1:13:45) Trump's McDonald's Habit
 (1:16:58) The Surprising Origin of New Balance 
(1:22:12) Are Ballerina Shoes Taking Over? 
(1:25:25) The Wildest Public Stories You'll Ever Hear 
(1:27:35) Is the Costco Food Court GOATed? 
(1:38:25) The Jordan 4 is the New Jordan 1 
(1:39:55) Do Jordan 4s Destroy Your Feet? 
(1:41:49) Hooping in Retro Jordans is Crazy 
(1:46:51) The Jordan vs. LeBron Debate STARTS 
(1:59:15) You CANNOT Hoop in Modern Retros 
(2:05:00) Looking Back at Old Sneaker Instagram
 (2:10:40) Final Thoughts & Outro

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This week, we're breaking down two massive stories rocking the culture: LeBron James' cringey 'Second Decision' Hennessy commercial and the shocking federal raid on Cool Kicks. Is LeBron just leaning into the corniness? And what does the Cool Kicks situation mean for the entire sneaker resale market?

We also get into our latest pickups, including the new J.Tips Sauconys, the Shai Converse, and the Adidas AE 2s, plus a whole lot of hilarious debates and wild stories.

Timestamps: 

0:00 Intro: Roasting LeBron's Cringey "Decision 2.0" Ad
0:54 The Obscure Nike Toki Shoes LeBron Wore
1:51 The Irony of LeBron's Sobriety & Hennessy Ad
3:03 People Got Scammed Buying "Retirement" Lakers Tickets
5:10 WNBA vs. Caitlyn Clark: What's The Drama?
6:04 We Have to Talk About Adam Silver...
7:07 Random Tangent: Old Stephen King & 80s Movies
10:10 Hilarious Childhood Story: Waking Up to "Skinemax"
17:54 Weekly Pickups: J.Tips x Saucony Progrid Triumph 4
20:00 Weekly Pickups: Supreme Pickups & That Golf Cart
21:55 Weekly Pickups: Puma PADNAs & The ACG Moc 3.5
26:12 Weekly Pickups: Persian Violet SB Dunk & Hello Kitty Deck
29:02 Weekly Pickups: Adidas Anthony Edwards AE 2
30:01 Weekly Pickups: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Converse Run Star
30:49 Weekly Pickups: Nike Pegasus Premium "Air"
32:31 Is The "Performance Runner" the New Hype Shoe?
36:01 Upcoming Sneaker Releases
44:25 The Hilarious FAMU HBCU Moment
46:07 Are the Jellyfish Adidas Worth $300?
48:03 The Weird Grateful Dead x Oregon Ducks Air Max 90
55:13 Retro Gaming Nostalgia
1:08:18 The Cool Kicks FED RAID: What Happened?!
1:09:14 Would You Buy Stolen or Fake Sneakers?
1:11:13 Is the Sneaker Resale Bubble Bursting?
1:25:20 Can You Actually Legit Check Shoes Anymore?
1:29:38 Our Rules for Buying on the Aftermarket
1:32:32 Why Are Fake SB Dunks So Bad?
1:45:42 LeBron's Corny Behavior & The Drake/Kendrick Beef
1:49:08 The GREAT Jeff Staple Debate
1:54:19 Outro

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The sneaker world was just rocked by massive news: Cool Kicks, the celebrity-favorite sneaker store, was raided by the LAPD's forgery division. In this episode, we break down everything we know about the downfall of one of the biggest names in the resale game.

We dive into the shocking details of the raid, which happened while the owner, Adeel (a.k.a. Champagnekapi), was on a Whatnot live stream. Watch the moment he realized what was happening before abruptly ending the broadcast. Adeel was arrested on felony charges for receiving known stolen property, and we discuss the long-standing allegations of Cool Kicks selling fakes.

The conversation then goes deeper, exploring how resellers and platforms like Whatnot have permanently changed the culture. Is there a middle class anymore? We connect the state of the economy to why people chase reps and counterfeit goods. Finally, we get personal about the realities of sneaker collecting—from the QC issues at Nike to the addictive "dopamine hit" of a new purchase and the feeling of being disgusted with a 500+ pair collection.
Timestamps:

0:00 - BREAKING NEWS: Cool Kicks Raided!
0:34 - The Official Details: LAPD & Felony Charges Explained
2:14 - CAUGHT LIVE: The Moment The Raid Started on His Whatnot Stream
5:30 - The Resale Market is FULL of Fakes (Chunky Dunky, Freddy Kruegers)
8:38 - The Whatnot Problem: NO Authentication Process
13:13 - Have Resellers Destroyed Sneaker Culture?
26:00 - The Counterfeit Market is Worse Than You Think
30:35 - Is the Middle Class Dead? The Economy & Sneaker Prices
34:21 - The SICKNESS: Is Sneaker Collecting an Addiction?
36:12 - That 3-Second Dopamine Hit When You Unbox

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In Episode 35 of the 12 Hub Sneaker Podcast, things get HEATED as we debate the legacy and ROI of streetwear legend Jeff Staple (AGAIN...).

We also break down Jordan Brand's disastrous 30th Anniversary Air Jordan 11 pack—a collection so bad we have to ask: is the holiday Jordan 11 officially DEAD? Plus, we dive into the new SKIMS x Nike collab (and its clear YeezySZN  inspiration), the wild Reebok x PlayStation collection, and the double standards at Nike when it comes to controversial figures like Tom Sachs and Kanye West.

Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Did Jordan Brand mess up? 

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro: Ki's Not Fired & Monetization Talk

1:35 - We Got a Shoutout from the Sneak Diss Podcast!

3:12 - What Are the "Sushi Club" Air Force 1s?

7:20 - Jordan Brand's TERRIBLE 30th Anniversary Air Jordan 11 Pack

9:12 - "You Don't Celebrate a Birthday With Their Least Favorite Meal"

12:15 - Are Air Jordan 11s DEAD as a Holiday Release?

16:08 - Is Sneaker Culture Stale Right Now?

19:44 - The Rise of Independent Sneaker Brands

22:41 - The Truth About "Comfortable" Foam Shoes

26:32 - Pickups of the Week: SB Dunks, P-Rods, and More

33:38 - HUGE QC Issues on the Nike SB Air Max 95

35:18 - Nike's New "MIND O1" Recovery Slides

55:25 - THE GREAT DEBATE: Is Jeff Staple Still Relevant or a One-Trick Pony?

1:04:25 - The "Significance" of the Pigeon Dunk

1:09:55 - Breakdown: The 7-Brand ASICS "Tomo" Collab

1:16:59 - GRAIL PICKUP: Pine Green SB Jordan 4

1:18:57 - Nike's Marketing Missed Opportunity with the SB 4s

1:44:45 - Kim Kardashian's SKIMS x Nike Collab is... YEEZY?

1:46:20 - Nike's Double Standard: Tom Sachs vs. Kanye West

1:59:04 - Final Thoughts: Consistency is Key in the Content Game

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In this extended special episode,  @TheDru-SneakAholic   and  @hdiddydollar   start with a conversation about the content creation landscape, exploring the untapped market for streamers and podcasters over 30. They discuss the potential for content that moves beyond hype and offers wisdom, sharing relatable stories about career, family, and life. The discussion pivots to a deep dive into the mechanics of social media, dissecting TikTok's algorithm, the pros and cons of high-production vs. authentic content, and the strategies behind viral success. The conversation then takes a significant turn into a candid and wide-ranging exploration of politics, culture, and society, touching on everything from controversial political figures and cultural appropriation to the definition of American culture and the state of modern discourse.

Timestamps:

(0:00) Intro & The Streaming Gap: Why isn't there more streaming content for people over 30?

(1:33) Finding a Niche: Analyzing streamers who successfully engage an adult audience with relatable content.

(2:47) The Power of Wisdom & Storytelling: Is there an audience for podcasts that share real-life experiences?

(4:35) The Politics of Content: How political commentary dominates online spaces and generates massive engagement.

(7:24) The Engagement Loop: Do listeners actually leave comments, and what is the true value of engagement?

(8:12) Hacking the Algorithm: A deep dive into social media strategy and the power of topic-driven, evergreen content.

(10:31) High Production vs. Raw Authenticity: A debate on what content style performs best on platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

(16:27) Are You Trying Too Hard?: A creator-to-creator critique on putting too much production into short-form content.

(22:25) The Business of Controversy: Building a political commentary channel and using clips to drive explosive growth.

(32:23) The Sparring Session: The conversation shifts to a full-blown discussion on politics, sparring over current events and ideologies.

(39:03) Faith, Religion & Extremism: A candid discussion on the differences between faith and organized religion.

(45:28) What is "White Culture"?: An exploration into the concept of American culture versus specific heritages.

(57:22) Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation: Where is the line drawn? The hosts discuss everything from braids to rock and roll.

(1:08:47) The Race War Hypothetical: A frank conversation about where loyalties would lie in a hypothetical civil war.

(1:22:32) Corporate Culture & Mentorship: A tangent into team management and the importance of mentorship for the younger generation.

(1:30:31) Final Thoughts: Closing out the marathon session with a final word on daring to be nice.
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