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  • Breaking Down Preorders in the Sneaker Industry: The Pros, the Cons, and the Reality - Episode #148

    Time stamps below: 

    1:14 Kith x Clarks x Adidas Collab Preorder Initial Reactions

    3:41 What is the current state of sneaker releases?

    11:47 What did the sneaker releases look like a few years ago?

    12:53 Member comments about Preorders

    15:39 What is the harm for brands to release more shoes via preorder?

    16:45 Thoughts on the ALD preorder from a couple of years ago?

    19:37 What are the pros and cons of preorders?

    21:35 What is the current state of inventory?

    31:14 What have you learned from the preorders since working with Garrixon studios?

    33:19 Can every brand do preorders?

    43 min
  • Inspiring the Next Generation and the Secret to Making Retros Comfortable with Move Insoles Co-Founder Nate Jones - Episode #147

    On this episode of the SoleSavy Podcast, DP is joined by co-founder of Move Insoles, Nate Jones. They discuss how to make retros more comfortable, how to market a product that is rarely seen, and inspiring the future generation.

    0:51 Introduction to Move Insoles

    2:35 What made you want to get into this industry?

    7:05 How are you targeting the upcoming generation?

    15:39 Was there a moment when you realized this would work?

    22:44 Why are insoles so important?

    Learn more about Move here: https://move.one/

    32 min
  • Going the Extra Mile on Sneaker Releases with The Better Generation's Co-Founder Brandon Davis - Episode #146

    0:58 Introduction to The Better Generation

    3:52 Origins of The Better Generation (Getting PJ Tucker to say yes)

    10:35: Describing the physical retail space

    12:30 How have you handled the change in the market over the last couple of years?

    18:07 What’s been your favorite sneaker release?

    24:22: How Sneakers Are Perceived and Covered

    35:00: Is being unique no longer unique?

    41:22 Why do you go the extra mile to have such unique sneaker releases?

    Follow The Better Generation on social media!

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebettergeneration/?hl=en
    • Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBGeneration
    49 min
  • Orlando Magic Sneakerheads, Summer League Stories, and Working in Sports with Tony Huynh - Episode #145

    On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Juan Hernandez is joined by graphic designer, photographer, and SoleSavy member Tony Huynh to discuss creating social content for the Orlando Magic, who the biggest sneakerhead on the team is, Summer League stories, and more. 

     

    Check out some of Tony's work here: https://www.instagram.com/tonyh2k/ 

    To learn more about the SoleSavy Community and become a member make sure to check out https://solesavy.com/join/

    38 min
  • Previewing the Jordan Brand Summer '23 Lineup - Episode #144

    On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Marco Henry Negrete is joined by Juan Hernandez to discuss the upcoming Jordan Brand Summer '23 Lineup. The two go shoe by shoe to preview the collection, what goes into the Jordan Brand preview w/ insight from Marco's time at the brand, and talk about their favorite sneakers of the bunch.

    2:15 Initial Reactions to the Jordan Brand Preview

    4:35 What goes into the Jordan Brand preview?

    7:14 Air Jordan 1 High “Retro Green” - April Releases

    10:51 Air Jordan 13 “Black Flint”

    15:22 Air Jordan 3 “True Blue & Copper”

    19:35 Wmns Air Jordan 3 “Lucky Green”

    20:42 Air Jordan 11 Low “Cement Grey”

    22:08 Wmns Air Jordan 1 High “Washed Pink”

    23:55 Air Jordan 2 “White & Cement Grey” - May Releases

    26:08 Wmns Air Jordan 11 Low “Yellow Snakeskin”

    27:34 Air Jordan 5 “SE Craft”

    29:24 Air Jordan 6 “Toro Bravo”

    30:51 Air Jordan 4 “Thunder”

    33:22 Air Jordan 1 “Black and Smoke Grey” - June Releases

    34:35 Air Jordan 1 Low “Black Cement”

    35:53 Air Jordan 1 “Craft”

    37:18 Stand-Out Releases?

    41 min
  • Why Buying Hype Sneakers in 2023 Has Never Been Easier | Crossover w/ Weartesters -Episode #143

    On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, we have a special crossover episode with Chris from Weartesters. DP joins Chris to talk about the changing landscape of the sneaker industry, how it's never been a better time to be a true collector, shares tips on where to buy sneakers on drop day, and why there's new energy with legacy brands such as ASICS and Salomon. 

     

    Support WearTesters by following them on social media: 

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/WearTesters 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weartesters 

    Instagram: https://instagram.com/WearTesters 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weartesters

    32 min
  • Happy Life Wood Brings Craftsmanship To Sneakers Through His Exclusive Wood Art - Episode #142

    On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP is joined by Steve Thomson, artist and co-founder of Happy Life Wood. Steve shares his story on how he went from 20+ years in marketing to a woodworking artist. He talks about how him and his son have grown the brand, what it was like having a zoom call with Pau Gasol, why Nike sent him a pair of Monarchs, and the work he put in to build a special piece for OHSU Doernbecher.Follow Happy Life Wood on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/happylifewood/

    26 min
  • Kobe Bryant Sneaker History with MambaInsuranceCo - Episode #141

    On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, Juan Hernandez steps in as host and is joined by two SoleSavy members, Rich and Will. Rich and Will are 2/4s of the team running the MambaInsuranceCo IG Page.The trio chat about what the page is all about, how they educate followers on the lineage and history of the Kobe sneaker line, and chat about their all-time favorite Kobe sneakers and moments.

    For more information, follow the IG page here: https://www.instagram.com/mambainsuranceco/

    35 min
  • COLLECT by SoleSavy, The First & Only Retail Or Less Marketplace - Episode #140

    It's a big day for collectors everywhere. On this episode of the SoleSavy podcast, DP is joined by Chief Product Officer, Turhan Williams, to discuss COLLECT by SoleSavy. The two breakdown what we learned in the past couple of months, what weimplemented from beta testing, and why COLLECT is now available to all users,Then Jacob Roscoe, founder of Legitmark, joins the duo to talk about the new partnership, and how the platform works for those seeking an extra piece of mind.

    To learn more about Legitmark, click here: https://legitmark.com/

    To learn more about COLLECT, click here: https://solesavy.com/collect/

    46 min

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