Latest Footwear Podcast Episodes
#381 White Mountain's Fresh Start with the American Exchange Group
Shoe-In - July 17, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsListen in as Matt and Sandi connect with Alen Mamrout, CEO of the American Exchange Group, to unpack his recent acquisition of White Mountain. White Mountain's Robert Geller and Dennis Eichin join in on the conversation to explore the history of White Mountain, and why joining forces with Alen a...
Episode 91: The Blackening (2023)
Slate Laced - July 12, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang discusses and reviews The Blackening (2023). Stay tuned for Slate Laced Sports for more on the latest offseason moves, WNBA and more. Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#380 Footwear Retail in Realtime with DBI's Doug Howe
Shoe-In - July 10, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsDo you want to hear about the current state of footwear retail from an industry expert? Doug Howe, the CEO of Designer Brands, joins Shoe-In Show to talk about the family-oriented and collaborative nature of the footwear industry, the recent acquisition of Keds, the return of NIKE, and his econo...
#379 Capitol Hill Sneaker Day Recap: Bridging the Gap Between Partisanship Through Soles
Shoe-In - July 03, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsHave you heard of the Congressional Sneaker Caucus? It's a bipartisan movement that's bringing people together over a love of shoes! On June 21st, the first ever Sneaker Day was held on Capitol Hill and it was a huge success. Over 75 people, both House and Senate members and congressional staff,...
Episode 90: Mids are mid
Slate Laced - June 28, 2023 03:00 - 39 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang has a special unboxing, 5 years in the making. They go over some upcoming releases and talk society's obsession with 'slides.' Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#378 A Look at the Evolving Footwear Trade Show Scene With Informa Markets’ Kelly Helfman
Shoe-In - June 26, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsIn this captivating episode of Shoe-In Show, hosts Matt and Sandi sit down with the esteemed Kelly Helfman, President of Informa Markets Fashion, to explore the ever-changing landscape of the footwear trade shows. With her wealth of knowledge and experience, Kelly dives deep into the exciting tr...
Slate Laced Sports: Mayhem in Golden State
Slate Laced - June 25, 2023 06:00 - 32 minutesThe Slate Laced gang quickly checks in to discuss the wild trade that sent Chris Paul to the Warriors. They also talk about potential moves for the Lakers and what Damian Lillard will be doing this offseason. Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
Episode 89: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
Slate Laced - June 22, 2023 04:00 - 1 hourThis week the Slate Laced gang reviews the latest Spider-Man installment, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Plus stick around for another Slate Laced Sports segment where they get into a variety of topics including wrapping up the NBA finals. Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#377 Navigating the Logistics Landscape: Insights From Mike Piza, SVP at Apex Logistics International
Shoe-In - June 19, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsIn this episode of Shoe-In Show, our Matt and Andy welcome Mike Piza, Senior Vice President at Apex Logistics International, to delve into the fascinating world of supply chain management. As an industry expert, Mike shares valuable insights on the current state of the logistics landscape, inclu...
#376 Winds of Change: Shoe Consumers, Inventory and Sales
Shoe-In - June 12, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsThe shoe marketplace is as dynamic and changing as ever. Hear how companies are adjusting strategy to find the right level of inventory and price to pair with consumers who continue to spend but are becoming more picky thanks to a lighter purse/wallet. With special guests: Team FDRA
Episode 88: Slate Laced Sports & Nike vs New Balance runners
Slate Laced - June 07, 2023 21:00 - 56 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang discusses the NBA finals in our new sports segment. Then they do an unboxing of their latest pick ups and dive into some new releases. Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#375 Navigating the Waves of Trade With the Port of Long Beach
Shoe-In - June 05, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsListen in as Matt and Thomas sit down with Cesar Sanchez of the Port of Long Beach. Together, they delve into the current state of trade at the port, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by one of the busiest ports in the world. The conversation touches upon the ongoing labor...
#374 Stepping Towards Ethical Footwear With Elevate, an LRQ Company
Shoe-In - May 29, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsThis week, Matt and Thomas dive into the complexities of supply chain visibility and mapping within the footwear industry. Joined by Suzanne van Huijgevoort, Associate Director, Advisory, and Myrna Grief, Director Supplier Market Development from Elevate, an LRQ Company, the experts shed light o...
Episode 87: Slate Laced sports presents, Fast X (2023), Guy Ritchie's The Covenant (2023)
Slate Laced - May 24, 2023 00:00 - 1 hourThis week the Slate Laced gang breaks down the NBA playoffs from a Warriors and Laker's prospective. They also review the latest movies Fast X (2023) and Guy Ritchie's The Covenant (2023). Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#373 Unlimited Insights With Footwear Unlimited's Pat Mooney
Shoe-In - May 22, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsIn this episode of Shoe-In Show, Matt and Sandi sit down with Pat Mooney, the President and CEO of Footwear Unlimited, for a lifetime's worth of footwear insights. From his start in the warehouse to sourcing in Taiwan and India to back to St. Louis, Pat has a wealth of experience navigating the ...
#372 Lighting It Up: How Shoe Sensation’s Dave Schoengart Went From Fire Fighting to Selling Shoes
Shoe-In - May 15, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsIn this episode of Shoe-In Show, Matt and Sandi sit down with Dave Schoengart, CEO of Shoe Sensation, to discuss his unorthodox journey from fire fighter to the helm of one of America's best family footwear chains. Dave shares his insights on everything from customer service and store placement ...
#371 Making the Math Work - Shoe Foams That Balance Costs, Performance and Sustainability!
Shoe-In - May 08, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsShoe foam is going through a transformation as more recycled content is added, as well as bio-content, to make them more green. The trick is making sure the performance and costs are within range. Katie from Dynamic foam shares how the math can work for your brand! With special guest: Katie...
Episode 86: Air (2023)
Slate Laced - May 03, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang discusses reviews the latest movie, Air (2023).
#370 Former Crocs PD Manager on New Shoe Operations Strategy and Systems
Shoe-In - May 01, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsCompanies can no longer operate like its 2019 thanks to continued consumer shifts and new and growing risks across supply chains. A former Crocs PD manager joins us to share the headaches everyone using old systems are facing and what they need to do to update strategy and systems. He explains w...
#369 RFID In-Focus with Maxim
Shoe-In - April 24, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsWith shoe retailers placing new RFID requirements on brands in the coming year, we wanted to bring in an expert to help our industry navigate this technology. That's why Josh Macy of Maxim Label & Packaging stopped by to educate Matt and Thomas on all things RFID and footwear. With special gue...
#368 New Rules Leading to New Shoe Sustainability Strategies
Shoe-In - April 17, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsNew customer rules and state regulations are causing companies to rethink and revise their sustainability strategies. Dr. Andrew Hudson shares what is happening and how to think and structure sustainability strategy, step by step, that will succeed! With special guests: Dr. Andrew Hudson, Ma...
#367 Bigger and Better in Texas With Prasad Reddy of Twisted X
Shoe-In - April 10, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsPrasad Reddy, CEO of Twisted X discusses how Sustainability is one of the core competencies of the company and how the boot business is positioned for growth. With special guest: Prasad Reddy, CEO, Twisted X
Episode 85: For the greater good of the sneaker community
Slate Laced - April 06, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang covers a variety of topics including the latest in sneaker news, releases and more. Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#366 Critical Supply Chain Considerations With Farrow Logistics
Shoe-In - April 03, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsIn the era of elevated supply chain, warehousing, and labor costs, Farrow Logistics' own Steven Crerar drops in Shoe-In to discuss creative solutions that drive savings. Strong ties with your supply chain partners is a must as Steven guides Matt and Thomas on ways in which the shoe industry can ...
#365 Technology Trends With Franz at Covision Media
Shoe-In - March 27, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsImaging and scanning innovator Franz Tschimben drops in to discuss new scanning and technology innovations driving digital product engagement. Sandi and Matt explore the ways in which Covision is helping footwear brands drive high resolution, interactive imaging to the industry and its consumers...
#364 The Start-Up Journey of New Shoe Brand QUADSis
Shoe-In - March 20, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsWe love new shoe brands and their stories! This great episodes goes into why QUADSis was founded for "tweens." The Co-founders, and our friend Caroline de Baere who helped them get started, share their journey and lessons learned from designing and manufacturing their shoes - with an eye on styl...
#363 What the Ongoing War in Ukraine Means for Footwear
Shoe-In - March 13, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsThis is not another CNN war report, though our guest is a regular on CNN! This episode is a serious discussion with a leading warfare and geopolitics expert on how shoe companies can better understand the War in Ukraine, and its broader impact on footwear (sales, sourcing, supply chains). A must...
Episode 84: Creed III (2023)
Slate Laced - March 08, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutesThis week the Slate Laced gang discusses and reviews the latest film, Creed III (2023). Please like and subscribe! @slatelaced
#362 Cliff Sifford Surveys the Footwear Retail Landscape
Shoe-In - March 06, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsFootwear exec extraordinaire Cliff Sifford stops by Shoe-In Show for his fourth appearance on the program...a record! Sandi and Matt discuss the latest footwear retail landscape with Cliff and dive into what makes him such an effective and universally loved leader. Access the 2023 Q1 Shoe Exec...
#361 Protect Ya IP With Matt and Thomas
Shoe-In - February 27, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsMatt and Thomas explore the latest developments in IP protection for footwear through various legislative proposals, the Special 301 comment process, and the infamous actions of MSCHF harming our industry. With special guests: Matt and Thomas