Sole Talk Podcast

After a couple weeks away, Sole Talk is back and we had a lot to catch up on. We kick things off showing love to B.O. while she’s outside in Detroit representing at the Black Footwear Forum, winning Sneaker Queen at the StockX sneaker ball, networking and continuing to build Ladies Love Laces.
Then we get into everything happening in sneaker culture—from Jordan Brand’s legacy and the Bucks 12s selling out in Milwaukee to sneaker boutiques closing and what losing stores like Wish and St. Alfred means for the culture. We also talk Travis Scott continuing to turn every sneaker drop into an event, Victor Victor, Fat Joe’s Terror Squad rollout, J-Tips, Ronnie Fieg, Westside Gunn x Saucony and more.
The conversation gets deeper when we debate what actually makes somebody a “sneakerhead.” Is it how many pairs you own, how much sneaker history you know, or simply loving what you love? That turns into a conversation about growing up trading shoes, how sneaker culture has changed, social media, personal style and why everybody doesn’t need the same Top 5.
Of course, we mix in plenty of laughs, Houston stories, fashion talk, Birkenstocks, upcoming releases and memories of how different it was being outside before social media.
Tap in with Duch & Byrd Brook for another episode of Sole Talk—real sneaker conversations, culture, stories and opinions from people who really live it.
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Hosts:Duch – @everydayduchByrd Brook – @byrdbrookB.O. – @b_owens
 

This week on Sole Talk Podcast, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O. are joined by Ke (_heyitske) for a special episode packed with sneaker talk, stories, debates, and plenty of laughs. Ke shares how her older sister inspired her love for sneakers, how she’s been collecting for over 10 years, and what it’s like being a woman in a sneaker culture that’s still heavily male-dominated.
The crew gets into some great sneaker debates: What’s the greatest sneaker of all time? What shoe would you want signed and by who? Does owning hundreds of sneakers actually make you a sneakerhead? And can somebody who wears replicas still be considered part of the culture? They also talk favorite Jordan silhouettes, grails, lace swaps, sneaker releases they regret passing on, hypebeasts, resellers, backdooring, and why getting the shoes you actually want shouldn’t be this complicated.Key also gives her perspective on women having to work harder to be seen and respected in sneaker culture, while the crew talks about Milwaukee’s growing community of women sneakerheads and the importance of events like Ladies Love Laces.
Plus, we go LIVE to pick the winners of our Ladies Love Laces ticket giveaway, talk about what’s coming October 10th, and tease something special that could be coming for National Sneaker Day.
If you love sneakers, sneaker history, collecting, fashion, or just a good conversation about the culture, this episode is for you.
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Sole Talk Podcast Episode 43 is all about sneaker culture, community, and how much the game has changed. Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. kick it about a hectic summer, Family & Friends weekend, and bringing the foot cam out to see what everybody has on feet.
The crew gets into the Jordan 1 design challenge and what they would do if they had the opportunity to redesign one of the most iconic sneakers ever. They also talk about Aya Brown’s Air Max 95, the Family & Friends brown pair, women getting more opportunities in sneaker design, and why representation matters in the culture.
They also react to the Yeezy sellout, crazy concert prices, traveling to different cities to see your favorite artists, and which classic TV characters had the best sneaker collections—from Martin and Will Smith to Jerry Seinfeld, Queen Latifah, and more.
Then the conversation gets deeper as they compare sneaker culture before social media to what it is today—camping out, building relationships at sneaker stores, discovering shoes naturally, and having your own individual style instead of chasing whatever is trending online.
Plus, they give their thoughts on the Awake Jordan 6s, the return of Chucks and Vans, the Air Jordan 17 Lows not coming with the classic briefcase, and a few pairs still sitting on the wishlist.
43 episodes in and Sole Talk is getting closer to the one-year mark. Tap in, subscribe, hit the notification bell, and keep running the numbers up as the crew continues bringing sneaker conversations from the people who really live the culture. 👟🎙️
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Hosts:Duch – @everydayduchByrd Brook – @byrdbrookB.O. – @b_owens
 

This week, Duch, Byrd Brook, and B.O. catch up on a busy summer before getting into everything happening in sneaker culture. They talk about the return of Yeezys, Westside Gunn’s upcoming sneaker release, Kanye’s impact on fashion, and whether his influence on style has surpassed Jay-Z’s.
The conversation also gets into the recent allegations involving sneaker resellers and Nike employees, backdooring and the resale game, plus whether custom sneakers should be looked at as art or just another way for brands to steal creators’ ideas.
Then we get into the second addiction every sneakerhead understands: HATS. 😂 From buying hats specifically to match sneakers to remembering old-school spots like Fanfare, the crew talks about how collecting kicks can accidentally turn into collecting an entire closet full of hats.
We also talk upcoming releases, Air Force 1s, Jellyfish, Kobes, Penny’s, Air Max 95s, StockX horror stories, sneaker nostalgia vs. hype, and how we decide which shoes are actually worth buying.
Plus, Duch gives an update on the Everyday Milwaukee Summer tees, and the crew previews what’s coming next as summer winds down and sneaker season starts heating up.
Tap in with Sole Talk Podcast Episode 42 and let us know: What comes first for you—the shoes or the hat? 👟🧢
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Hosts:Duch – @everydayduchByrd Brook – @byrdbrookB.O. – @b_owens
 

The full staff is back for Episode 41, and we had a lot to catch up on. We kick things off talking about reunion weekend, being outside for three days straight, and somehow thinking going back to work Monday was a good idea. 😂 From there, we get back into the “Mexican Jordans” conversation from last week and talk about sneaker culture, growing up wearing what our parents bought us, and how certain Jordans got labeled as cool—or not cool—over time.
Then we get into everything happening in sneakers: the return of the Air Bakings, these crazy retro prices, Kith’s made-to-order releases, Travis Scott’s Odyssey merch and sneakers, Yeezy making its way back into retailers, and why paying $200+ every time a shoe drops is getting out of hand. We also run through some of the big August releases and talk about how far resale prices have fallen on certain Jordans.
We also talk Ladies Love Laces, upcoming sneaker events, WNBA All-Star Weekend, new signature shoes, Teyanna Taylor still being in the Shoe of the Year conversation, and Giannis leaving Milwaukee—and whether that mural should stay up. Plus, we get into Chris Brown’s tour, Tank and Mario, upcoming concerts, movies, podcasts, and everything else happening in the culture.
And before we get out of here, we talk about taking Sole Talk LIVE later this year and tease the upcoming Ladies Love Laces ticket giveaway.
Sneakers. Music. Culture. Random conversations. Full staff back in the building.
This is Sole Talk. Episode 41.
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The sneaker world has been wild this week and we had a lot to talk about. We kicked things off by catching up, talking birthday celebrations, what we had on feet, and the struggle of sneaker boxes falling over before getting into the biggest story in the culture—Nike employees, backdooring, counterfeit shoes, and everything going on with Cool Kicks.
We also talked about Sean Wotherspoon's Air Max return, Travis Scott's pre-order rollout, Kith's made-to-order releases, and whether this is the future of buying sneakers. Plus we debated the upcoming Boyz II Men 11s, Penny vs. Barkley's signature lines, WNBA All-Star Weekend, Wale's sneaker picks, and all the latest releases we're looking forward to.
One of the biggest conversations of the episode was the viral "Mexican Jordans" video and what it says about sneaker culture, accessibility, and how different communities experience the game. We also took a trip down memory lane talking about the old Foot Locker Friends & Family days, employee discounts, weekly paychecks, and just how different sneaker shopping used to be.
To wrap it up, we celebrated hitting 40 episodes, talked about what's next for Sole Talk, upcoming guests, live events, and thanked everyone that's been supporting the show every week.
Tap in and join the conversation! Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and let us know what you think. What's your take on pre-order sneakers? And who you got—Penny or Barkley?
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The crew is back with another packed episode of Sole Talk! This week, Duch and Byrd recap their trip to New York for Jay-Z's historic Yankee Stadium concerts, breaking down the sneaker culture, crazy merch, $450 Uber prices, and why New Balance might be the ultimate travel shoe.
They also dive into the latest sneaker news, including Kith's Reverse Linen Air Force 1s, Action Bronson's newest New Balance collab, Boyz II Men's exclusive Jordan 11s, Space Jam 11 pricing, Kobe "Lottery" packs, Stephen Victor Air Force 1s, and why Jordan Brand may finally be listening to sneakerheads.
Plus, they debate the most comfortable Jordans ever made, discuss why sneaker prices keep climbing, revisit the infamous era of clear fake Air Force 1s, talk Jay-Z's influence on New York fashion, and share thoughts on the future of live Soul Talk shows.
Whether you're into sneakers, hip-hop, or just love great conversations, Episode 39 is full of laughs, stories, and honest opinions you won't want to miss.
🎙️ Topics include:
Jay-Z's Yankee Stadium concerts & NYC recap
Kith Reverse Linen Air Force 1 release
Action Bronson x New Balance
Boyz II Men Jordan 11 PE
Space Jam 11 price drop & special packaging
Kobe Lottery Pack reveals
Sneaker comfort: Jordans vs. New Balance
Stephen Victor Air Force 1s
Sneaker pricing frustrations
Future Soul Talk live shows and community updates
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This week on Sole Talk, Duch, Byrd Brook and B.O. are back with another packed episode covering everything happening in sneaker culture and beyond.
The crew talks about the excitement surrounding Jay-Z's 30th Anniversary of Reasonable Doubt concerts in New York, the city's exclusive pop-ups, and the legendary fashion inspired by Hov's biggest eras. They also dive into upcoming sneaker releases, including Nigel Sylvester's latest Jordan 14 samples, Ginger 16s, Last Shot 14s, Monstar 11s, Ja Morant's upcoming Jordan 4s, Jordan Brand Family & Friends exclusives, and why the higher-numbered Jordans are finally getting the love they deserve.
They debate some of the greatest sneaker collaborations ever, discuss Jordan Brand's exclusive creator events, react to viral sneaker delivery services, talk about fake vs. authentic sneaker shops, and share stories of old Jordans literally falling apart after years of wear.
Plus:
🔥 Best Jordan collaborations of all time
👟 Upcoming releases they're excited about
🏀 Michael Jordan highlight nostalgia
🎵 Jay-Z concert predictions
🛍️ Kith, Joe Freshgoods & New Balance updates
💬 Ladies Love Laces event updates
📸 Future Sole Talk content plans
😂 Plenty of laughs, random tangents, and sneakerhead debates
Whether you're into Jordans, New Balance, Air Max, hip-hop, or just love sneaker culture, this episode has something for you.
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