Listen to our take on sneaker culture along with untold stories from behind the scenes of the footwear industry. Growing up in the DMV during the 80’s & 90’s has strongly influenced our lifestyle so pay attention to the details when you’re tuned in. Whether home or away, donning the same uniform or not, your hosts TMart Da Street Shark & The OG EOH are ready to trash-talk, motivate and shock the podcast world in the same fashion as the Fab5 DC duo Juwan Howard & Chris Webber! The Podcast You Cheer For!
Episodes
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
S4E2 - SEASON 4 - Art of Acquisition ”SUMMER/FALL ’23”
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Sole Material unveils our top 2023 Summer and early Fall activewear deals plus footwear sales including Air Jordan Raptor 7 & 37's, Nike KD15 and a special Nike By You Dunk Low reveal.
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
S4E1 - SEASON 4 - Clarity Over Popularity
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Sole Material kicks off Season 4 with a Summer 2023 recap including a retro review of the Reebok ES22 along with a summary of the Washington Wizards Style Showcase prior to NBA Opening Week.
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Saturday Sep 09, 2023
Guest Xavier Jones talks about his origin story with the Sole Material podcast, shares performance details on Reebok's DMX and Hexalite cushioning systems and concludes with a rapidfire of classic silhouettes.
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
Guest Xavier Jones talks about his personal motivation for joining the sneaker industry along with his take on the future of the consumer marketplace and maintaining executive staff diversity.
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Guest Xavier Jones talks about his current role with Nike and shares stories working abroad earlier in his career at the adidas-Reebok Creation Center.
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
S3E40 - SEASON 3 - Thank You, Come Again!
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
Saturday Jul 08, 2023
Sole Material reflects on the third season of "The Podcast You Cheer For!" with a finale filled with gratitude towards our listeners and followers across the world.
Saturday Jul 01, 2023
S3E39 - SEASON 3 - Art of Acquisition ”SUMMER ’23”
Saturday Jul 01, 2023
Saturday Jul 01, 2023
Sole Material provides clarity over popularity with the signature advice segment detailing retail sales trends and under the radar deals.
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
S3E38 - SEASON 3 - Sneaker Business Review
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
Saturday Jun 24, 2023
Sole Material highlights the year-in-review with milestones ranging from the adidas vs Yeezy litigation, resell market taxes and outlooks on the Ja Morant saga.
Saturday Jun 17, 2023
S3E37 - SEASON 3 - Why Crocs Are Cool
Saturday Jun 17, 2023
Saturday Jun 17, 2023
Sole Material details the ascension of the Crocs brand during the pandemic and benchmarks why their hold on the footwear marketplace is here to stay.
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
S3E36 - SEASON 3 - New Balance Reinvented
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
Sole Material evaluates the staying power of the New Balance as they have managed to redefine their hold on the footwear marketplace through strategic collaborations and reengineered models.