Underscored Explores: Sneaker Culture — From thrift finds to luxury kicks and beyond

In this episode of Underscored Explores, we dive into the world of sneakers. We go thrift shopping for kicks, learning expert tips on how to score great deals while still looking fly. We visit a top sneaker boutique in Midtown Manhattan, where rare and valuable sneakers—both new and old—are on display, some priced in the six figures. Finally, we uncover the story behind a legendary sneaker release that nearly sparked a riot, forever changing sneaker culture.

This episode is sponsored by DSW.

0:00 – Intro
0:29 – Kia Marie, The Notorious KIA
3:16 – Sneaker thrift shopping with Kia Marie
6:32 – Legacy Sneaker Boutique
11:33 – Pigeon Dunk lineup
11:59 – Jeff Staple Pigeon Dunk story
13:30 – What do you want to see more/less of in the sneaker community?

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Legacy NYC:
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Jordan 4 Retro Infrared

Jordan 8 Retro
Jordan 8 Retro Playoffs (2023)

Jordan 4 Retro Red Cement
Jordan 4 Retro Red Cement

Shoe Shaper:
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Crease Beast:
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Container Store:
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Sneaker Shields:
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Lego Adiddas Super Star:
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Salomon:
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Jordan 1 Retro High Aleali May Court Lux:
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Balenciaga track sneakers:
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