In episode 18 we discuss Kyrie Irving's new signature shoe with Anta, the history of Anta basketball, some new toys, and gatekeeping in pop culture.(0:30) Anta Kai 1(9:33) Lime Cucumber Gatorade(10:45) Timeout(20:10) Star Wars Prequels(21

adidas AE 1 Design Team Deep Dive

Feb 7th, 2024 48m 36s

In episode 17 we deep dive into the design process for Anthony Edwards' first signature shoe, the adidas AE 1 by interviewing the design team (Patrick Zempolich & Andrew Parks) behind the popular new shoe.(0:00) Why we took a break(1:09) Sne

Coach Chris and Lots of Sneaker News

Dec 23rd, 2023 53m 15s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 16 we deep dive into the Jordan Brand Retro lineup to start 2024, some great action figure news,

Best Basketball Shoes of 2023

Dec 17th, 2023 55m 5s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 15, we answer listener questions and are joined by WearTesters team members Jackson and Allen to ra

The Ranting Episode

Dec 11th, 2023 57m 44s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 14 we talk pop culture, adidas x Fear of God, footwear industry drama, and get a less creepy edition

Pop Culture Bonanza

Dec 7th, 2023 1h 1m

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 13 we talk about some sneaker news, new toys, The Walking Dead, take listener questions, and get a new

Curry Brand Design Team Deep Dive

Nov 26th, 2023 1h 13m

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 12 we talk in-depth with the Curry Brand design team about the Curry 11 and upcoming colorways, discuss t

When Worlds Collide

Nov 21st, 2023 1h 4m

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠⁠.⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 11 we talk about a bunch of collabs, a couple trailers, and answer listener questions.(0:32) adidas TMNT

Chris Buys Birkenstocks

Nov 13th, 2023 53m 13s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠.⁠ Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 10 we find out Chris bought Birkenstocks, talk about the KD 4 Nerf returning, analyze the Harden Vol 8, look

Return of the Foamposites

Nov 7th, 2023 57m 53s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠⁠. Use code WT15 for 15% off your order.In episode 9 we discuss the Jordan Jumpman Jack, the returning Foamposites, the New Balance 9060, and find out about a non

Why is the Air Jordan 17 Low $300?

Oct 30th, 2023 56m 29s

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. ⁠Shop Move Insoles here⁠.In episode 8 we find out why the Air Jordan 17 Low will cost $300, get a look at the Puma MB.03 Toxic, and Jodi tells us about a reporter going undercover in a ri

Can Shaq and Iverson Save Reebok?

Oct 23rd, 2023 1h

Thanks to Move Insoles for sponsoring today's episode. Shop Move Insoles here.In episode 7 we discuss if Shaq and Iverson can save Reebok and the Skechers basketball shoe. Later, Jodi's Corner takes a crazy turn.(0:00) Intro(0:57) Is Utah

Is Taylor Swift a Sneakerhead?

Oct 9th, 2023 57m 3s

Episode 5 of WearTester Unlaced is heavy on sneaker news but stick around for the toys and stories.(0:00) Intro(0:34) Sneaker News(7:44) Shoes We Didn't Review(17:35) Favorite Shoe We Reviewed(21:04) AJ1 Satin Bred Shock Drop(23:23) Time

adidas AE1 | More Jordan Hybrids?

Oct 1st, 2023 52m 27s

Episode 5 of WearTester Unlaced is heavy on sneaker news but stick around for the toys and stories.(0:00) Intro(1:10) adidas AE1(2:27) Air Jordan 38 Low(3:40) New Jordan Hybrids(6:41) Air Jordan 8 Winterized(7:20) Jordan Spizike Low(7:5

Nike DBook1 | Does Being a Sneakerhead Today Suck?

Sep 28th, 2023 51m 32s

In episode 4, we discuss the Nike DBook 1, the Disney+ series Ahsoka, and whether being a sneakerhead today is as awful as it seems.(0:00) Intro(1:44) Nike DBook 1(15:14) Timeout(19:38) Ahsoka(30:54) Being a Sneakerhead Today⁠Show Notes

Nike DBook1 | Does Being a Sneakerhead Today Suck?

Sep 28th, 2023 51m 32s

Should Sneaker Designers be Sneakerheads?

Sep 15th, 2023 56m 57s

In episode 3, we talk a lot about new, sneakers, and toys, and then launch into a listener ask me anything session that gets personal.(0:00) Intro(1:24) Sneaker News(10:49) Shoes We Didn't Review(19:53) Favorite Shoes We Reviewed(24:37) T

How the Toy Industry Revolutionized Sneakers

Sep 13th, 2023 55m 58s

We critique the first episode, talk sneakers, toys, and explain how the footwear industry stumbled upon EVA, the now ubiquitous midsole foam.(0:00) Intro(0:36) Critiquing the First Episode(4:30) Sneaker News(17:21) Shoes We Didn't Review(

One of the Best Days of My Life

Sep 13th, 2023 52m 16s

In episode 1 we hit a bunch of fun topics before recapping Chris and Jodi's epic trip to Oregon which includes Chris' sitcom-esque meeting with the iconic Tinker Hatfield.(00:00) Intro(01:37) Sneaker News(07:08) Shoes We Didn’t Review(18:5

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Intro to Unlaced

Sep 13th, 2023 44s

Chris and Jodi Chase welcome you to the WearTesters Unlaced podcast by explaining what WearTesters is and providing a quick preview of what's to come.

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