Best Matt Frates Podcasts (2024)

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Nike's CEO Shakeup: What It Means for Sneaker Culture 20:55

6d ago20:55

20:55

John Donahoe, former CEO of Nike, resigned last week with Elliott Hill to take over. Nike has been seen an uncool brand over the last year, but will this change in CEO get that back to their perceived legendary status? --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions to be highlighted on a future episode: +1-(202)-643-9…

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Analyzing Week 5 of College Football (with Tyler Budge) 1:16:11

8d ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Tyler Budge ( @CFBudge ) joins the show while Coach enjoys family time in sunny Florida to talk about the week that was in college football. Tyler is going to educate the I&C masses with his in-depth analysis of the college football scene. You won't want to miss it. On this week's show: 1. Analyzing the new-look Pac-12 2. Breaking down the current …

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Is Patta Underrated in Sneakers? 17:36

13d ago17:36

17:36

Complex dropped their Sneaker Collaborator Power Rankings and Patta came in at 20th. To celebrate 20 years in business, Patta and Nike re-released the famous Air Max 1 "Chlorophyll", which sold out instantly. Did Complex undersell Patta's place in the culture? --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions to be highl…

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Crunch Time - Week of September 22nd 8:54

15d ago8:54

8:54

Iceman and Coach pick ten games through the football slate. This week's slate: 24 Illinois @ 22 Nebraska (-7.5) 11 USC (-5) @ 18 Michigan 13 Utah (-2) @ 14 Oklahoma St. 6 Tennessee (-7) @ 15 Oklahoma Rutgers @ Virginia Tech (-3.5) Texans (-2) @ Vikings Eagles @ Saints (-2.5) Chargers @ Steelers (-1.5) Ravens (-1) @ Cowboys Chiefs (-3.5) @ Falcons -…

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College Football Week 3 and NFL Week 2: Are the Chiefs THAT Lucky? 1:34:08

15d ago1:34:08

1:34:08

Iceman and Coach are back with a breakdown of all the action in College Football and the NFL. In this week's broadcast: 1. New #1 in College Football: Are the Texas Longhorns deserving? 2. Breakdown of Week 4 Matchups 3. NFL: Are the Chiefs helped by the refs? 4. Which 2-0 teams are frauds? Which 0-2 teams can recover? plus Iceman's Stat of the Wee…

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StockX Partners with ... Walmart? 16:50

20d ago16:50

16:50

StockX recently announced their intentions to partner with Walmart; bringing shoes from StockX to brick and mortar Walmart stores. While brand expansion is what StockX is looking for, is Walmart really the proper consumer base for them to achieve it? Matt gives his thoughts. --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opini…

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Time to Panic in the NFL? 1:29:14

21d ago1:29:14

1:29:14

Week 1 of the NFL provided a ton of stories, including some franchises, like the Falcons, that may already be in panic mod. Week 2 in college football, while light on matchups, was big on results. Iceman and Coach get into: 1. College Football - Week 2 results and Week 3 preview 2. NFL - Week 1 storylines and previewing come key Week 2 matchups. 3.…

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Crunch Time - Week of September 15th 7:26

21d ago7:26

7:26

Iceman and Coach get their picks on as they go back and forth picking ten games on the football slate! 20 Arizona @ Kansas St (-7.5) 4 Alabama (-16) @ Wisconsin 16 LSU (-7) @ South Carolina 9 Oregon (-16) @ Oregon St Washington St @ Washington (-4.5) Browns @ Jags (-3) Bucs @ Lions (-7) Bengals @ Chiefs (-5) Bears @ Texans (-6) Falcons @ Eagles (-6…

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Breaking Some Sneaker Norms 19:45

27d ago19:45

19:45

Anyone who is a part of sneaker culture knows there are certain behaviors that have become norms. We almost feel obligated to live the culture the same way as everyone else. After personally breaking one of these norms, Matt dives into his experience and some of the norms we've all accepted. --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker…

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Hope is Quite the Drug 1:29:04

28d ago1:29:04

1:29:04

Hope is a drug indulged by fans nationwide during football season, and so many fans bases find themselves on the wrong side heading into Week 2 of college football. The NFL slate begins on Thursday night as the Chiefs begin their quest for a threepeat. Iceman and Coach discuss: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:55 - Week 1 College Football Breakdown 00…

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Crunch Time: Week of September 8th 6:40

29d ago6:40

6:40

Iceman and Coach make rapid fire picks for ten games from college and NFL football. The slate: 22 Kansas @ Illinois Iowa State @ 25 Iowa Baylor @ 12 Utah South Carolina @ Kentucky East Carolina @ Old Dominion Steelers @ Falcons Jaguars @ Dolphins Raiders @ Chargers Rams at Lions Jets @ 49ers --- Live every Wednesday. Replays on Saturday and Sunday …

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Crunch Time: College Football Week 1 5:46

1M ago5:46

5:46

Iceman and Coach make rapid fire picks for Week 1 of College Football. As always, do not place wagers on our picks. This week's slate: Boston College at Florida St. LSU at USC North Dakota St. at Colorado Fresno St. at Michigan Notre Dame at Texas A&M Western Kentucky at Alabama Miami at Florida Virginia Tech at Vanderbilt Penn St. at West Virginia…

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Frauds in Tallahassee? 1:25:15

1M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

Week 1 of college football is officially here and that means the first Football Frenzy! This week Iceman and Coach get into: 1. Week 0 results - How fraudulent is Florida State? 2. Coach Prime bans reporter from press conference. 3. The new Big Ten and conferences without divisions. 4. NFL roster moves and the 53 man roster. and more! --- Live ever…

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Welcome to Iceman & Coach 0:52

1M ago0:52

0:52

Live every Wednesday. Replays on Saturday and Sunday mornings (Eastern Time) Call or Text I&C Sports with you opinion: +1 (703) 718-6314 Follow Iceman and Coach on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iandcsports Follow Pubtime Podcast on X: https://twitter.com/PubtimePodcast Follow Iceman and Coach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iandcsports --…

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A Ma Maniere and Sneaker Subscriptions 17:31

1M ago17:31

17:31

A Ma Maniere cemented their legacy as one of the most popular collaborators in the game with the news of their "While You Were Sleeping" collection; a collection of six silhouettes. Is Nike trying to tell us something with this? Rumor has it that Nike, trying desperately to gain back the sneaker consumer, is toying around with a sneaker subscriptio…

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2024 College Football is HERE! 1:28:39

1M ago1:28:39

1:28:39

Iceman and Coach get back in the driver's seat as they breakdown the upcoming college football season. In this episode: 1. Offseason storylines and the preseason Top 25 2. Looking at the Big 4 Conferences 3. Breaking down the slate for Week 0 and more! Don't miss it. --- 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Offseason Storylines 00:22:05 - ACC 00:34:2…

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2024 NFL Season Preview 1:22:01

2M ago1:22:01

1:22:01

Iceman and Coach are ready for the return of football! In anticipation the duo will look at the NFL landscape headed into the NFL season. Breaking down divisions and storylines. An announcement of the new show schedule also will be included. Don't miss out! For more in-depth NFL analysis, please subscribe to Political Football with Dave, Clev and S…

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Nigel Sylvester and the Jordan 4 RM 17:20

2M ago17:20

17:20

Nike recently released a remixed version of the classic Jordan 4 called, the Jordan 4 RM. The first colorway, associated with famed BMX star Nigel Sylvester, has been a massive hit. The real question comes down to the place this shoe has in the future of the culture? Has Nike missed an opportunity to blend both old and new here? Matt discusses. ---…

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How an MLB draft pick is helping take the fight against ALS to the next level - Always Bullish and John West 51:36

2M ago51:36

51:36

MLB draft pick John West, formerly a pitcher at Boston College joins the Always Bullish Podcast, presented by Torro Media to talk MLB draft, his mission to fight ALS and how Pete Frates has impacted him in his journey.By Torro Media

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The Best Olympics Sneakers 16:50

2M ago16:50

16:50

The Summer Olympic Games are here and it's a special time. Sneaker companies are in full branding mode as they send their products to Paris for use by all athletes. Nike specifically has a major presence. How does this year's crop stack up to the past? What are some of the best Olympics inspired sneakers of all-time? --- New episodes every Friday. …

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Nike Sues the Shoe Surgeon 16:14

2M ago16:14

16:14

Nike, known for being litigious, finally takes the gloves off and goes after Shoe Surgeon. In a previous episode, Matt gave his thoughts about GoYard's lawsuit against the man, but knows how that his initial thoughts were well enough informed. Thanks to fellow sneaker podcaster Sockjig, Matt dives into the lawsuit and confesses changes his tune. Ch…

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Previewing the 2024 Summer Olympics (& more) 1:04:36

2M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

Summer is in full swing and it is time for the Summer Olympics! Iceman and Coach return to catch up on the happenings in the sports world. In this episode: 1. Talking Summer Olympics 2. Discussing ESPN's Top 100 athletes since 2000 3. Percolating excitement for college football season. 4. NFL camps opening This and more. --- Live every Wednesday. R…

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How can we bring the Ice Bucket Challenge back? 10 years later - The Peter Frates Family Foundation 57:44

3M ago57:44

57:44

Always Bullish - Nancy and John Frates, parents of Peter Frates, the inspiration behind the viral Ice Bucket Challenge, join the always Bullish Podcast, presented by Torro Media. We dive into many aspects of the foundation, Pete's mindset when receiving his diagnosis, and how we can use the momentum of the 10 year anniversary of the Ice Bucket Chal…

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Creating Sneaker Content 21:02

3M ago21:02

21:02

Sneaker content is a robust market of creative people. The creation of content is not an easy venture; investment is required. Matt talks about his journey to host of Fire Footwear, and answers a question he gets from listeners, "What sneaker content do you consume?" --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions to b…

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State of Sneakers Halfway Through 2024 24:05

3M ago24:05

24:05

We are officially halfway through the year 2024 and there has been a good amount to talk about in the sneaker world. From blossoming new models to nostalgia pulls, Matt goes through the topics that have stood out to him throughout the year. Has it been a good year so far? --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions…

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Undefeated 4s and Wu Tang Dunks Releasing: Is it a Mistake? 18:13

3M ago18:13

18:13

Host Matt takes Fire Footwear live for the first time to talk about the recent news of the long awaited release of Undefeated Jordan 4s and Wu Tang Dunks. Is it a mistake on Nike's part to reach this far back into the archives? --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions to be highlighted on a future episode: +1-(2…

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Nike Sues Replica Sneaker Companies 17:28

3M ago17:28

17:28

Nike, notoriously litigious, once again is after the replica sneaker market. The boom in the replica sneaker market since the pandemic has seen Nike fear of losing profits. Is Nike being too aggressive? Goyard, a French luxury goods brand, is also suing famed sneaker customizer, The Shoe Surgeon. Are these two lawsuits equal, or does one represent …

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Are New Kobes Wack in 2024? 21:33

4M ago21:33

21:33

Kobe Bryant's legacy in basketball needs no introduction. A legend by any definition. Since his passing, the legacy of Kobes as a sneaker line needs to be revisited. With so many beloved colorways of the past, are today's releases lacking. Host Matt asks a question of himself by the end; did he miss the boat on appreciating Kobes? --- New episodes …

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Caitlin Clark "Snubbed" by USA Basketball 1:04:27

4M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

The Iceman and the Coach return to talk about the continually crazy narratives around Caitlin Clark. Also: 1. Protecting your teammates 2. Best championship trophies in sports. 3. Baseball rivalries. Tune in and let us know your thoughts! Call or Text the show: (703)-718-6314 --- Live every Wednesday. Replays on Saturday and Sunday mornings (Easter…

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Best 90's Basketball Shoes (Excluding Air Jordans) 24:28

4M ago24:28

24:28

The NBA in the 1990s was a different beast entirely. Yes it had Michael Jordan, but the vast sea of all-time greats that graced the court back then was magical. Within each of the bitter rivalries and star players was a burgeoning of player edition basketball shoes. Matt dives into some of the best ones. --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give…

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Yeezy Restocks in 2024 9:40

4M ago9:40

9:40

In this bonus episode of Fire Footwear, Matt gives his thoughts on the influx of Yeezys hitting Adidas' website. --- New episodes every Friday. Call and give your sneaker stories or opinions to be highlighted on a future episode: +1-(202)-643-9170 Follow Fire Footwear on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firefootwearpod/?hl=en Follow Fire Footwe…

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Remembering the Air Tech Challenge 2 17:35

4M ago17:35

17:35

After an appearance on the Sneak Diss Podcast, and with the unveiling of the upcoming reimagined version of the Air Tech Challenge 2, Matt decides to take a deep dive into the shoe. Its place in sneaker history should be revered and remembered. Even if you are hesitant about the upcoming release, listen and be reminded of the history. --- New episo…

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Influenced the Game (Part 2): People Who Influenced the Sneaker Game 20:27

4M ago20:27

20:27

In this episode of Fire Footwear, we're uncovering the stories of influential figures who have left a unique mark on the sneaker world. Join us as we delve into the lives and contributions of these game-changers who have driven trends and innovations in sneaker culture. Tune in to hear about the creativity, innovation, and passion that these indivi…

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