The Kickback Sneaker Podcast

This week, the boys tackle the big subject of Nike's slowed growth, layoffs, and change in strategy, and how that has affected the Swoosh's cultural relevance. Increased competition, more agile competitors, and a lack of focus on innovation and performance have left Nike playing catch up in some ways, even as the biggest sportswear brand in the world still. Latest pickups, what Josh and Fabs have been wearing, and biggest releases to look out for are, of course, also on the menu. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

AND WE ARE BACK. This week, Josh and Fabs discuss Fashion Week FW24 and some of the best footwear seen on the runways over the past few weeks. Let's put it this way: there's a lot of heat to look forward to later this year. Some brand highlights include New Balance, ASICS, Reebok, and Nike. Additionally, the boys chat latest pickups, upcoming drops, and what they've been wearing recently. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

AND WE ARE BACK. This week, Josh and Fabs put their heads together to come up with a list of 8 trends that they are certain will blow up in 2024. In addition, they discuss their latest pickups, what they've been wearing a lot recently, and their favorite upcoming drops. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

The boys are back with the last episode of the year. After outlining the biggest and most surprising sneaker moments and brands in 2023 last time, Josh and Fabs share their own top 10 sneaker releases of the year. Additionally, the Kickback Boys announce which one release they are most looking forward to in 2024. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

In this episode Josh & Fabs break down the best and worst of what happened in the sneaker world in 2023. This include Best and & worst Sneaker Brand, Sneaker Moment as well as biggest surprise and disappointments.

This week, Fabs and Josh spread a little holiday cheer, as they discuss the best sneakers to buy yourself (or someone else) based on five different budgets: Under 100 Under 150 Under 250 Under 500 Under 1000 As always, the Kickback Crew discusses their latest pickups, what they've been wearing recently, and their favorite upcoming drops. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/ Upcoming Drops: Nov 17 - A Ma Maniere Jordan 5 Dawn Nov 22 - A Ma Maniere Jordan 5 Dusk Nov 22 - Cecile Bahnsen x ASICS GT-2160 Nov 22 - Sacai x Jean Paul Gauliter x Nike Vaporwaffle Nov 2 - Consortium Sambas Nov 25 - Jordan 3 Fear Nov 25 - Dime x Reebok Club C Revenge Nov 27 - April Skateboards SB Dunk Nov 29 - Jordan 6 Brown Kelp Nov 30 - Air Max Plus Light Photography

This week, Fabs and Josh bring back Vol. 2 of the fun segment "Over- Under- Just Rated", where they discuss ten sneakers and whether they overrated, underrated, or perfectly rated by the community. In addition, and as always, they discuss their latest pickups, what they have been wearing recently, and favorite upcoming drops. The shoes featured are: 1) Kith Sambas 2) JJJJJound NB 2002r 3) Carharrt 990v6 4) Jarritos SB Dunks 5) Gucci Gazelles 6) A Ma Maniere x Nike Air Jordan 5 7)Mizuno Wave Prophecy Moc 8) Loewe x On CloudTilt 9) Cactus Plant Flea Market Air Flea 2 10) Supreme x Nike Courtposite Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

This week, Fabs and Josh come together to discuss something that has been weighing heavily on their mind: why no one is talking about how good adidas Basketball has been doing? The brand has a clear visual identity and, for what feels like the first time in ages, is bringing out better shoes — both on the lifestyle and the performance end — than Nike. In addition, they both discuss their latest pickups, what they have been wearing recently, and their favorite upcoming drops. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

After an (unplanned) hiatus, the boys are back, this time dissecting Nike SNKRS day, the first one hosted worldwide, and give their thoughts on the changes Nike made to the event. Then, Josh and Fabs go through all of the major brands, heat checking their performance in 2023 so far and giving their thoughts on the best sneaker of the year to date for each brand. Brands include Nike (SB, Sportswear, and Jordan Brand), adidas, New Balance, and ASICS. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

After a short summer hiatus, the Kickback Boys are back with a fresh episode. This time, they're discussing whether right now is the best time to be a sneakerhead (from a consumers POV). More collaborations and hyped drops are sitting on shelves for longer than ever in recent memory. Sneakerheads have more choice, more time to buy sneakers, and can actually try them on before. Listen in to find out what Josh and Fabs have to say. In addition, they discuss some recent news, upcoming drops, and what they've been wearing recently. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

This week marks the end of the first half of the year, so obviously Fabs and Josh had to present their respective top 5 sneakers of 2023 so far. Listen in to find out which sneakers the boys put at the top of their lists, how many duplicates there are in the list, and which brands are most represented. And, as per usual, find out what the Kickback duo have been wearing recently, what their latest pickups have been, and what sneakers are dropping soon that you should keep an eye on. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

This week, Josh and Fabs are reunited and JD gives us his very own, in depth Japan review. Next, the guys each present a current trend in the sneaker world, giving their thoughts on where it came from, why it's cool, and where it's going from here. Then, of course, latest pickups, what we've been wearing, and favorite upcoming drops are covered by The Kickback Crew. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

This week, Fabs is flying solo and he dives into the biggest news stories of the past few weeks. That includes rumors of Travis Scott getting a signature sneaker from Jordan Brand, Prada's latest adidas collaboration - which is all performance - and Fabian's pick for the next up and coming brand. Additionally, he covers what he's picked up recently, as well as what his favorite upcoming drops are. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

This week's episode is a special one, as Fabs is finally back from his parental leave and the boys are REUNITED! Josh and Fabs play "This or That" in this episode, which sees them discuss two options across a range of topics, discussing which one they prefer and why. It's basically a cop or drop with a broader theme of topics. In addition, they talk about their latest pickups, what they have been wearing recently and their favorite upcoming drops. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

In this week's episode Josh speaks with Youtuber Bryce Kicks. We get into several topics including why are people hating on sambas?, a trip down memory lane of Sneaker Youtube, can you wear a suit with sneakers and our all time grails.

In this week's episode Josh speaks with Content Creator Drew Joiner. We get into how he got started with fashion and sneaker content creation, as well as discuss some of the best sneakers out right now, as well as which sneakers are likely to trend in 2023.

In this week's episode Josh speaks with Sneaker Youtuber Sean Go. We get into how Sneaker Youtube has changed, what Canadian sneaker culture is like and what pairs we would save in a Nuclear War

This week Josh & Fabs break down our biggest sneaker predictions for 2023. Which brands and sneakers will rise in popularity? Will Adidas struggle? Which sneaker will be silhouette of the year? These and much more

This week, the Kickback Boyz talk all things Sneaker New Year's Resolutions. Josh and Fabs look back at what they said they were going to change in 2022 and how those resolutions fared. Next, they look at 2023 and what they want to start doing and stop doing with regards to sneakers. As per usual, they talk latest pickups, what they've been wearing recently, and upcoming drops. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/

One last episode in 2022 and you already know what it's about: Our favorite five sneaker releases of the year. Both of the Kickback co-hosts picked their personal top 5 of 2022 and present them to each other (and you). They also discuss latest pickups and what they have planned for the podcast in 2023. Follow The Kickback on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.pod/ Follow Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdkicks6/ Follow Fabs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisaipak/