Once seen as mere self-expression, fashion has become a very important tool in Hip Hop's toolbox. It is one of the ways the genre has propelled itself to the forefront of culture. Along with the ever-changing terminology such as jiggy, getting fly, fresh to death, or drip rappers choosing what to wear has always been about being original and oftentimes, being first. We scoured through the internet to pick the best-dressed rappers of all-time.  

Check out Issue #0010 as @JaiHov, @SeanDWashington and unveil the FTYA 1st Ballot Hall of Fame Inductees. 

**FTYA Issue #0010 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

01:40- Listener Question of the Week Sponsored by @AnkleArt: From ParlayP via X/Twitter 

06:00- Recent Pickups Segment

8:00- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

19:35- Tunnel Vision Segment 

36:30 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

38:15 -Cover Story: FTYA 1st Ballot Hall of Fame Inductees

1:05:35- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Hibiscus Pomegranate Margarita

Remember when rappers used to affect trends and determine what was hot in fashion? We used to want to wear throwbacks and Timberlands and big clothes just like them. Now, when we see these rappers we just shake our heads at how stupid they look. It’s a damn shame. We scoured through all the horrible outfits to pick the worst-dressed rappers in the game right at this very moment. Warning, it gets ugly really quickly.

Check out Issue #009 as @JaiHov and @SeanDWashington unveil the FTYA 1st Ballot Hall of Shame Inductees. 

**FTYA Issue #009 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

01:30- Listener Question of the Week Sponsored by @AnkleArt: From RichP via X/Twitter 

07:50- Recent Pickups Segment

9:30- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

22:35- Tunnel Vision Segment 

35:30 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

38:25 -Cover Story: FTYA 1st Ballot Hall of Shame Inductees

1:03:50- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Batanga

THE NIKE AIR Max line (now more than 35+ years old) is one of the most iconic sneaker franchises of all time (its only real rival is Nike’s Jordan line). From the legendary Air Max 1 to the still-futuristic-looking Air Max 97 to the just-released Air Max Dn, the line has something for every wardrobe and lifestyle.

Check out Issue #008 as @JaiHov, @SeanDWashington and celebrate the beloved sneaker line by unveiling our 5 favorite Air Max sneakers.

**FTYA Issue #008 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

01:10- Listener Question of the Week From AirMaxKing via X/Twitter 

03:50- Recent Pickups Segment

5:55- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

15:15- Tunnel Vision Segment 

26:20 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

28:50 -Cover Story: Top 5 Favorite Air Max Sneakers

44:10- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Amaretto Sour

It’s March, it’s only right we proceed with a Sweet 16 bracket challenge for sneakers. The concept is similar to selecting a winning NCAA basketball team in a March Madness bracket, with the geographic regions substituted by years (2020-2023). The process started off with the Top 32 sneakers that have dropped since 2020.

Check out Issue #007 as @JaiHov, @SeanDWashington and bracket style challenge to crown the best sneaker since 2020. 

**FTYA Issue #007 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

02:00- Listener Question of the Week From SwaggyTooMuch via X/Twitter 

03:35- Recent Pickups Segment

6:15- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

19:20- Tunnel Vision Segment 

28:50 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

30:35 -Cover Story: Sweet 16 March Madness Bracket Challenge

1:08:30- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Peach Bellini

The early days of the pandemic feel like forever ago. While most of us were fearful of the unknown and not sure what was happening next in 2020 that didn't stop the majority of us from online shopping. We are here to discuss as a team purchases we regretted buying before or during the pandemic

Check out Issue #006 as @JaiHov, @SeanDWashington and special guest @TwinLee discussed regrettable purchases. 

**FTYA Issue #006 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

02:25- Listener Question of the Week From LV via X/Twitter 

06:35- Recent Pickups Segment

9:40- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

24:05- Tunnel Vision Segment 

40:20 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

43:20 -Cover Story: How To Build A Timeless Wardrobe

1:08:30- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Peanut Butter Old-Fashioned

A wardrobe is a collection of clothes that you can wear for all situations. Imagine if you are a world traveler like James Bond and you need a closet to travel with from each season. 

Check out Issue #005 as @JaiHov and @SeanDWashington nuke an entire wardrobe and start from scratch. 

**FTYA Issue #004 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

02:05- Listener Question of the Week From @JamalFromOhio 

04:10 - Recent Pickups Segment

6:30- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

16:40- Tunnel Vision Segment 

30:20 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

34:45 -Cover Story: How To Build A Timeless Wardrobe

1:01:50- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - Expresso Margarita

You really only need five pairs of shoes to last a year. Don’t get me wrong, it’s fun to have lots of options. But if you’re looking to put together a simple capsule wardrobe, or you’re more of a minimalist, we have you covered.This exercise is to complete a sneaker wardrobe for the year of 2024 with 5 pair of sneakers for any occasion.

Check out Issue #004 as @JaiHov and @SeanDWashington pick 5 sneakers/shoes every man needs in their closet.

**FTYA Issue #004 Breakdown**

00:00- Intro

01:30- Listener Question of the Week From @EastSideNick 

06:10 - Recent Pickups Segment

11:30- Cop, Drop or Resell Segment

25:10- Tunnel Vision Segment 

40:00 -Wear Your Kicks Segment

41:35 -Cover Story: 5 Sneakers/Shoes Every Man Needs In Their Closet

1:04:20- #DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink - LemonDrop Martini

With a new year, comes a new mood for menswear. 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year for men's fashion, with trends that seamlessly blend classic styles with contemporary expressions the possibilities are endless. In an ever-evolving fashion landscape, staying stylish and updated is no easy task.

 Some of these predictions will blossom from seeds that we've already seen sprouting the last few months; some come from peering into the menswear crystal ball. 

Check out Issue #003 as @JaiHov and @SeanDWashington predict what we think will break out in the world of men's style in 2024.

**FTYA Issue #003 Breakdown**

**(2:05) Listener Question of the Week From @stevenporter91

**(5:10) Recent Pickups Segment

** (8:20)- Cop or Drops Segment

** (16:30)- Tunnel Vision Segment 

**(27:20)- Wear Your Kicks Segment

**(33:00)- COVER STORY: Predictions for Fashion in 2024

**(57:20) -#DrinkLikeYouGotSomeSense Drink 

Yes, men's fashion continued to thrive in 2023. With ongoing trends and an increased emphasis on personal style, men are paying more and more attention to their clothing choices and overall appearance.

From the Good, To The Bad, and the bootlegged, to close out the year, FTYA is revisiting the most fascinating ideas, trends, people, and projects of 2023.

2023 was filled with a plethora of stories and noteworthy releases. From  signature sneakers to Re-releases , brands made sure to bring new heat to the game through in-line releases, collaborations, and even new silhouettes. With an eventful year coming to an end, we are here to rank the 10 best sneakers of the year. Until Next Friday, Wear Your Kicks and Cop Responsibly.

Listen as JaiHov and Animal Brown take 1 last trip down 2021 memory lane and recap the year that was. 

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