In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Geeno, and JumpmanBostic are in the Basement of the Js.

JumpmanBostic swears Caesar hates Air Jordan 8s, leading to Caesar trying to prove his love for the shoe.

Have you ever taken your shoes off to protect them from walking in the rain or in the grass?

There’s been a number of athletes getting snatched up by brands to have their own signature line. Moreso than ever before. But is it warranted?

Caesar tells a story about a friend who ghosted a girl in-person because he was too ashamed to be seen with her in front of them.

Grant Hill has a lifetime deal with FILA. We discuss signature athletes who have become synonymous with their brands.

JumpmanBostic has NEVER liked ANY of Kanye’s music. EVER. But guess who’s music he does love?

We give Connor TV, and his father, their flowers.

Is there a lack of innovation in sneakers? Specifically in the sneaker industry?

Speaking of which, will Nike revive their Adapt line? Better yet, will they ever do a general release of the Mag?

JumpmanBostic never went to Freaknik….. Allegedly.

JumpmanBostic pulls out some old photos back when he had hair. He then tells a story about a hair-do he had in the 80s.

Caesar talks about the current UAW strike and how it directly affects him.

We do a product test courtesy of Geeno and Pepsi.

And finally, it might be the first time I’m a LONG time that we’ve been this excited for a Nike Basketball lineup.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Guru, Geeno, and JumpmanBostic are in the Basement of the Js.

We discuss the settlement in the Nike v. Kool Kiy court case. Is it a prelude of things to come?

Do brands REALLY care about social issues, or are they just cash grabs? Should they stay out of those issues and just sell product?

Meek Mill went to a sneaker event and put a reseller on blast about his approach to business. Was he wrong or was the way he went about it wrong?

JumpmanBostic has never seen a Marvel movie….. Ever.

Caesar almost made it through an episode without catching a whistle, but then he kept talking.

And finally, Guru really is the worst. Lol. That’s it. That’s the quote.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Geeno, Guru, and of course, JumpmanBostic are in the Basement of the Js.

We unintentionally end up playing “Never I Have I Ever….” with JumpmanBostic. You’d be surprised by the things he’s never done.

We discuss how Adidas moves forward without Kanye.

What makes a collaboration “authentic” and does the marketplace care?

What went wrong between Beyoncé, Ivy Park, and Adidas?

We talk about how people get jobs at sneaker brands while not really being into sneakers themselves.

Tim Grover makes the dumbest argument ever in the LeBron vs. MJ debate

And finally, Caesar and Guru go back and forth over Caesar holding sneaker collaborators to higher standard than sneaker designers.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Guru, Geeno, JumpmanBostic, and Dunks are back in the Basement of the Js.

The show begins with a new segment, “This Has Nothing To Do With Sneakers”, talking about the Dwight Howard sex scandal. Allegedly he was better on defense than on offense.

After a long hiatus, the crew talks about a hodgepodge of topics to get back into the groove of things, such as are people tired of the over saturation of sneaker collabs. Caesar thinks he can do a better J. Balvin X Air Jordan 3 than J. Balvin himself.

And finally, the crew discusses the impact of the most recent Yeezy Day and if brands should go back to just selling products and stay out of social issues.

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In this episode of TSB, after many months away the crew of Afrikan Caesar, JumpmanBostic, and Geeno reassemble back together in the Basement of the Js to bring back the show.

A lots happened in their time away so they quickly run down the sneaker stories that they missed out on. From Kanye and Adidas, to StockX v. Nike, to Nike v. Kool Kiy, the crew give their thoughts on each topic.

Caesar did a thing with Footwear News. He was on a panel where he named his “Sneaker of the Year” and “Collaboration of the Year” of 2022. Some of you might be surprised by his choices.

And finally, the crew try to lock in which Sneaker Con event they’re going to attend this year.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar and Geeno are in-studio.

We touch on the controversy that was the Zadeh Kicks investigation.

Caesar’s girlfriend has him getting pedicures and going to church. What’s next?

Caesar talks about his trip to church and how he didn’t burst into flames.

Caesar talks about filming for The History Channel.

Culver’s is massively underrated.

A podiatrist teamed up with a former Nike designer to create a boot for his diabetic patients that would lower the risk of amputation.

And finally, can a general release beat out a collab for sneaker of the year?

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar and Geeno are in-studio.

Caesar has been getting a lot of phone scams lately, but he has his ways of dealing with them.

SneakerPhetish did a written interview with Social Status and A Ma Maniére owner James Whitner only to see it sourced with no credit. This is an ongoing problem in the sneaker industry, specifically media, where people see their work poached by bigger platforms and names while not receiving any credit.

Can sneakers really make a person look better? Does it work better or worse for men or women?

Sneakers are being banned at nightclubs in cities like Scottsdale, Arizona. But like anything else, there’s always exceptions.

Caesar responds to a comment about race and sneakers.

Caesar attended his first fashion show. It was quite the experience.

The Salvation Army took issue Balenciaga’s $1,850 Paris sneakers.

The Drew League ditches Nike for the Three Stripes.

We’re still waiting to see something from the Jerry Lorenzo X Adidas Basketball partnership.

Adidas and Reebok are looking to take full advantage of their new deals with Foot Locker. But will it work out long-term for the retail chain?

And finally, keep Dunks in your thoughts and prayers. He was in a bad car accident recently but he’s recovering well.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Geeno, and eventually Guru, are all in-studio.

Does a “Sneaker of the Year” candidate have to be a collaboration?

Under Armour continues to drop the ball despite having the table set for them.

Caesar has had enough of Kanye’s b.s., in particular, the notion that Adidas is stealing his designs.

What is “retail privilege”?

Someone was stabbed at a Nike Dunk release.

Do people really want their sneakers authenticated over efficient shipping?

Caesar details the conclusion to a behind the scenes situation that took over 3 years to settle.

And finally, what are the most expensive Air Jordan 1s on the resell market. Caesar takes issue with one pair that didn’t make the list.

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In this episode of TSB, it’s just Caesar and Guru in-studio.

It’s Guru’s birthday. Show him some love of social media.

Caesar got his first pedicure. Find out how that experience went and who finally talked him into it.

StockX clapped back at Nike’s accusations of fakes with one of the most lethargic sneaker authentications ever recorded on film.

The Air Jordan XXX7s are a HUGE step backwards from the XXX6s.

Caesar and Guru revisit their conversation concerning people spending their money on sneakers that they complain about.

Can storytelling, celebrity cosign, and/or marketing save a bad sneaker?

Caesar details new information about the Jerry Lorenzo partnership with Adidas Basketball. It ain’t looking good.

And lastly, Caesar directly addresses people in the sneaker community who proudly wear reps and have to lecture us about it.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar, Guru, and Geeno are in-studio. (Caesar’s daughter makes a brief appearance).

After a LONG hiatus the crew is back to discuss what’s been going on in sneaker culture.

Nike might be looking to move on from Kyrie Irving. Who do they replace him with on Nike Basketball?

Caesar and Guru argue over whether or not the sneaker community needs to take on more ownership and accountability in regards to the money they spend and which products they spend it on.

We intermittently get distracted with “90 Day Fiance: The First 90 Days” playing on the TV in the background.

Nike and StockX are going at it. First it was over NFTs, but now Nike is alleging that StockX is passing off fakes. This might be the ultimate sneaker battle.

Ironically, StockX recently released a list of the most expensive Air Jordans to ever be sold on their platform. If you’re one of these people who purchased these shoes how uncomfortable are you now with your purchase?

And finally, Caesar tells the story of the first, and last, time he planned a family vacation with his in-laws.

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In this episode of TSB, Caesar and Geeno are in-studio.

Of course we had to give our reaction to the Will Smith v. Chris Rock situation.

Air Max Day just passed. While it feels like a legitimate holiday, does it feel like it could be more?

Is the content on the SNKRS app boring? Do people only watch in hopes of a drop?

John Geiger is still an idiot.

Nike is trademarking more of their popular silhouettes. You know, before other “designers” decide to create knockoffs of those too.

Caesar finally finds out how to pronounce RTFKT.

Preachers N Sneakers creator, Ben Kirby, was featured in the Discovery+ documentary about Hillsong church.

We’re starting a GoFundMe to get Geeno to a Sneaker Con.

In This Week In Stupid, a woman in LA was stabbed while waiting in line at a Foot Locker.

Caesar comes up with an idea to improve engagement on the SNKRS app.

Nike suspends shipping to Russia, but not for the reasons you think.

Vanessa Bryant and the Swoosh were finally able to come to an agreement to continue the Kobe line.

Bad Vegan might go down as the WORST documentary ever. It’s basically an attempt to rehab someone’s image gone wrong.

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