Business of HYPE

With five seasons deep into Business of HYPE, we want to thank all of our listeners for subscribing and keeping up with the show. We've had an amazing roster of guests from entrepreneurs and streetwear og's to artists and athletes. As we prep for our next season, we wanted to bring to attention the other series of podcasts we have under the HYPEBEAST Radio network. MIC/LINE our music-centric show delivers in-depth conversations with some of the most relevant music personalities today. Our show HYPETALKS rebroadcasts live recordings of our HYPEBEAST events that you may have missed out on.  Finally, we'd like to announce our newest podcast, The Anthropology. where we take a deep dive into the companies, brands and people shaping fashion and culture today. Each season focuses on a different topic that criss-crosses borders, languages, genres and eras to tell the story and break down the ethos of these key figures.  In its first season, Fashion Anthropology, journalist Tiffany Godoy talks to the artist, designers and original street scene makers that surround the brand Slam Jam. It serves as not only a distributor, retail space and online store, but also a cultural hub for art, fashion, music and much more. Slam Jam holds on strong to its underground roots, pioneering the wave of streetwear in Europe before it became mainstream. Founded by Luca Benini in 1989, it started as an Italian distributor of Stussy, Carhartt WIP and Nike. In 2018, they opened the art cultural space Spazio Maiocchi in Milan and Luca Benini alongside Matthew Williams created the brand Alyx. In this five episode series we immerse ourselves into the culture of Slam Jam.  So tune into to hear our the first episode of Fashion Anthropology and make sure to subscribe to the show on wherever you get your podcast by searching The Anthropology. Spotify: https://hypb.st/antspot Apple: https://hypb.st/antapp  Read more about The Anthropology here: https://hypb.st/infgl MIC/LINE on Apple here:https://hypb.st/micapp  MIC/LINE on Spotify: https://hypb.st/micspo HYPETALKS on Apple here: https://hypb.st/talkapp  HYPETALKS on Spotify here: https://hypb.st/talkspot 3:31 - Episode 1 of Fashion Anthropology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

The triple-platinum selling rapper discusses his multi-facted career with jeffstaple. Telling us why he's more than just a rapper he details his background in fashion, fine art, repping Harlem, meeting Dapper Dan and more. For Ferg it's all about working "smarter not harder." As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

The founder of Sneaker Freaker, Woody began his successful publication from what as a Nikon Coolpix and just a mere 32 pages. From making a zine to cop free gear and showcase his design skills to what is now a globally recognized publication, he details the importance of print, the need to tell the right story, the personal impact of sneakers and much more. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Founder of Laundry Service, Cycle Media and investment management company, Steins, Jason Stein sits down with jeffstaple to discuss his early beginnings. He discusses finding clients on Craigslist to landing powerhouse brands such as Jordan and Beats by Dre and later discusses the oversaturated market of content creation and imparts advice on the apparel industry, social media and business management. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Luke Tadashi is the co-founder and creative director of Bristol Studio.  Alongside Maasai Ephraim and Jake Fenster, they run the brand which caters towards modern day sportswear. In this episode, Luke used Bristol Studio's first collection as a visual homage to his late grandfather’s autobiography, which detailed his journey from Japan to America post WWII.  He later dives into their collaboration with adidas and how the brand hopes to involve the community and culture of Los Angeles. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

FILA’s VP of Heritage & Trend, Louis Colon details their unique approach to marketing and how the brand’s comeback is here to stay. He tells us about his rocky beginnings from calling quits on his sneaker businesses to party promoting to working in temp jobs to eventually landing a job at FILA under the guidance of the late Jon Epstein. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Rastaclat founder Daniel Kasidi tells us the meaning behind his bracelet company. What started as a shoelace that has grown into a global movement, Rastaclat came from a simple idea that Daniel had while skateboarding. Today the brand aims in building community and bringing awareness to various issues.  As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Nicole McLaughlin is an unconventional conceptual designer. If you’re unfamiliar with her name, you have most likely come across her Instagram account. From slippers made out of Ikea bags, to sweaters made from Carhartt beanies, Nicole’s side hobby of upcycling materials into fashion-forward garments have earned her a cult following on social media. Known for upcycling old garments into unusual wearable creations, she tells us how she went from speech pathology to graphic design and dumpster diving to create sustainable art.  As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

John C Jay details working with Uniqlo founder Tadashi Yanai to become the Global Creative of Fast Retailing. Despite his seasoned resume,  John admits there is never an end to learning in this business. “Experimenting in your life is the most valuable thing you can do." As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

John C Jay is the President of Global Creative at Fast Retailing and Uniqlo and formerly the Executive Creative Director at Wieden+Kennedy. On the Season 5 premiere of Business of HYPE, in part 1 of a two-part series, jeffstaple sits down with the creative mastermind to discuss some of his legendary Nike ad campaigns. He also details going from business journalism to Bloomingdale’s to dedicating two-plus decades at Wieden+Kennedy to his recent title as President of Global Creative at Fast Retailing & Uniqlo. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Miki Agrawal is the founder of Wild, Thinx and Tushy. On the season 4 finale jeffstaple sit down with the entrepreneur and author to discuss how she started her three companies: Wild, a gluten-free pizza restaurant, Thinx, period-proof underwear and Tushy, an affordable clip-on bidet.  She tells us why she loves shifting culture through the lens of products; and the importance behind constantly challenging social norms. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. Take 10% off on hellotushy.com with the code: HYPEBEAST --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Jaysse Lopez is the founder of Urban Necessities. In this episode he details how he turned $20 into a $20 million dollar business and why he chose to partner with American Eagle. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

In part 2 of a two-part series, Round Two owner Sean Wotherspoon reflects on his Nike collaboration. Sparing us no details, he talks sustainability, being an “average joe”, haters and much more.  As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Co-Founder of Round Two, Sean Wotherspoon sits down with jeffstaple in part 1 of this two-part series to discuss how he became a household name in streetwear. The vintage expert and recent Nike collaborator tells us how it all started from a vintage Polo Bear shirt, to Round Two’s humble beginnings in Virginia, to the joys of finding a “priceless” item and much more. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support

Eric Koston is a skateboarding legend, labeled often as the "Michael Jordan" of skateboarding. In this live recording, he details on his early rise to the sport, the complexities of sponsorships, creating his own brand and the interwoven cultures of streetwear and skate culture As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/businessofhype/support