

On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Mike Guillory sits down with Trinidad James, a multifaceted artist and sneaker collaborator. They discuss Trinidad's journey in the sneaker culture, the importance of authenticity, and how he aims to bring value to the community through his brand, Homework. Trinidad shares insights on the creative process behind his sneaker collaborations, the significance of research in design, and the evolving landscape of sneaker culture. He emphasizes the need for inclusivity and empowerment within the community, while also looking forward to future ventures in food and fashion.
Follow Trinidad: https://www.instagram.com/trinidadjamesgg/
Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza
Watch This Episode On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Trinidad James
02:57 The Value of Community and Individualism
05:52 Building a Brand and Giving Back
08:54 Authenticity in the Industry
11:57 The Importance of Research and Storytelling
14:57 Collaboration with Saucony and Design Philosophy
18:07 Fashion Influences and Streetwear vs. High Fashion
23:53 The Formula of Streetwear
26:10 Confidence in Streetwear
28:50 The Journey of Trinidad James
30:49 Future Ventures in Food
32:01 Transitioning to Hosting
34:48 The Dynamic of Sneaker Culture
38:23 The Current State of Sneaker Culture
43:29 The Future of Sneaker Design
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For the Creators --------> Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106
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Get in Touch:
Robbie - robbie@sneakerhistory.com
Mike - mike@sneakerhistory.com
Rohit - rohit@sneakerhistory.com
Nick - nick@sneakerhistory.com
For advertising inquiries: podcast@sneakerhistory.com
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.
300 episodes
Sneaker History Podcast - Sneakers, Sneaker Culture and the Business of Footwear
On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Mike Guillory sits down with Trinidad James, a multifaceted artist and sneaker collaborator. They discuss Trinidad's journey in the sneaker culture, the importance of authenticity, and how he aims to bring value to the community through his brand, Homework. Trinidad shares insights on the creative process behind his sneaker collaborations, the significance of research in design, and the evolving landscape of sneaker culture. He emphasizes the need for inclusivity and empowerment within the community, while also looking forward to future ventures in food and fashion.
Follow Trinidad: https://www.instagram.com/trinidadjamesgg/
Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza
Watch This Episode On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Trinidad James
02:57 The Value of Community and Individualism
05:52 Building a Brand and Giving Back
08:54 Authenticity in the Industry
11:57 The Importance of Research and Storytelling
14:57 Collaboration with Saucony and Design Philosophy
18:07 Fashion Influences and Streetwear vs. High Fashion
23:53 The Formula of Streetwear
26:10 Confidence in Streetwear
28:50 The Journey of Trinidad James
30:49 Future Ventures in Food
32:01 Transitioning to Hosting
34:48 The Dynamic of Sneaker Culture
38:23 The Current State of Sneaker Culture
43:29 The Future of Sneaker Design
—–––– Check out our other shows: —––––
For the Formula 1 Fans --> Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fm
For the Fitted Hat Fans --> Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.com
For the Cars & Sneakers Fans --> Cars & Kicks: https://carsxkicks.com
For the Creators --------> Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106
—–––– EXCLUSIVE DEALS FOR YOU FROM OUR PARTNERS —––––
[Links contain affiliate links, we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]
—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––
Our podcast is proudly...
Livestreamed with StreamYard: https://streamyard.com?pal=6514386237915136
Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistory
Distributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPb
Get in Touch:
Robbie - robbie@sneakerhistory.com
Mike - mike@sneakerhistory.com
Rohit - rohit@sneakerhistory.com
Nick - nick@sneakerhistory.com
For advertising inquiries: podcast@sneakerhistory.com
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.
300 episodes
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