Sole Talk Podcast

Duch & Byrd Brook link with Jacarrie (JK4K) to talk sneaker culture, what’s on feet, the state of releases, and the real meaning behind community work. Jacarrie breaks down how sneakers changed his life and how he’s changing lives back — two feet at a time.Tap in now and tell us your Top 5 this year!

The crew takes the podcast on location to The Mil Collective in Milwaukee with special guest DJ Noc to talk sneakers — covering rare drops, resell culture, local throwbacks and personal stories about hunting heat and building a clothing brand.
Episodes includes segments like "lace or unlaced," nostalgic memories of shopping and club culture, discussions about collaborations and business lessons, and upcoming community events hosted at The Mil.

Duch and Byrd Brook are back talking big sneaker talk: what’s on feet, what’s dropping, and why so many “hyped” pairs are still sitting in 2025.
 

Early Saturday morning vibes. Duch and Byrd Brook break down Steph Curry leaving Under Armour and warming up in Kobes, Trinidad James hating on Complex’s Top 10 list, new Jordan releases, holiday drops, $18 650s, outlet stories, and the debut of their new segment: Lace or Unlace.

Duch and Byrd Brook are back from Vegas and Chicago and diving straight into sneakers. They break down Complex’s Top 10 Sneakers of 2025 list, debate what should’ve ranked higher, show love to Nigel Sylvester’s “Brick by Brick” 4s, and talk about the death of hype, fake sneakerheads, upcoming Jordan drops, and what they picked up on the road.

“On Episode 2 of Sole Talk Podcast, Duch and Byrd Brook welcome their first guest, Brittany ‘B.O.’ Owens — creator of Ladies Love Laces. They talk women in sneaker culture, cleaning and restoring kicks the right way, fake sneakers, overhyped releases, and the legendary Milwaukee ‘Dookie Man’ plug.”

What’s good, y’all? On the first official episode of Sole Talk Podcast, Duch and Bird Brook kick it off with New Balance talk, birthday/Chicago/Kith trips, and a wild Dallas Cowboys stadium recap. Then they dive into the Cool Kicks raid, stolen train shipments, rising sneaker prices, and why today’s “fake sneakerheads” are scared of shoes that sit on shelves.

In the pilot episode of Sole Talk, hosts Duch and Dame kick off the show by diving deep into sneaker culture, current releases, and the stories that make the community thrive. They highlight the importance of celebrating real sneaker enthusiasts, giving a special shoutout to Ladies Love Laces 3, and expressing interest in bringing its organizer on as a recurring guest for her authentic sneaker knowledge.
The conversation explores the difference between true sneaker culture and trend-driven hype — including the issue of people avoiding shoes simply because they’re “too available.” The hosts encourage personal expression through touches like lace swaps and discuss using visual props or post-production shoe visuals to enhance future episodes.
They also get into the world of hats and fitteds, noting post-pandemic sourcing struggles, Lids’ inventory changes, and declining snapback quality. Along the way, they share practical tips like the Lids loyalty reward (a free fitted after around 15 purchases) and explain how custom embroidery works.
Fashion-wise, they break down current color trends — especially sail, beige, and charcoal, plus the continued popularity of “aged” looks. Looking ahead, 2025 is shaping up to be a major year for sneaker releases: Galaxy, Undefeated, Cement and Metallic colorways, Breds, Kobes, and multiple KD 4s including Easter, Weatherman, and Aunt Pearl.
Nostalgia also plays a big part as they touch on recent Huarache drops and the surprising sight of Shattered Backboard 1s sitting in stores with downgraded leather. The episode wraps with recent pickups — including an Undefeated win on SNKRS — and excitement for more OG reissues and meaningful storytelling around sneakers.