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Strange on Purpose

The Strange on Purpose Podcast tells the stories of professionals shattering the glass ceilings of culture and shows young professionals what happens when you are authentically you, 100% of the time. Highlighting creatives in sports, apparel, lifestyle and beyond, the show aims to connect creatives everywhere to professionals that can help guide them in their individual journey.

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All Episodes

41:22

Mbiyimoh, Darren and Tony of Tradeblock

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/07/12

Mbiyimoh ( @redbeemsandmics ), Darren ( @thedarrensmith ) and Tony ( @tony.malveaux ) of Tradeblock ( @tradeblock.us ) jump on the show to talk about the founding story of Tradeblock, raising as black entrepreneurs and new features coming to the app. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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22:44

Bernadette Little of Adidas

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/07/06

Bernie ( @youcancallmebernie ) of Adidas jumps on the pod to talk about her journey from Baltimore to Portland, the creative process and the help she's offering to POC creatives about the sneaker industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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22:28

Priscella Shum of Pyer Moss

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/06/28

Her first break in the industry was at Baby Phat in the early 2000s. Now she works at Pyer Moss. This is the story of Priscella Shum. The half Puerto Rican, half Chinese designer talks about her upbringing, creative influences, working with Madam VP and much more. Follow her journey on Instagram @priscella_styles --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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18:16

Marina Skye, Founder @ Setbyskye

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/06/21

From her time doing free work to creating at the @trapmusicmuseum, @setbyskye is self taught and gives creatives real advice on getting started. Skye gets real with us about family, building a business and so much more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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17:03

Jeremy Green of Calling All Creators

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/06/14

Jeremy Green ( @jeremym.green ) of Calling All Creators ( @callingallcreators ) joins Izzy to talk about his journey starting a business in the footwear and design industry, the struggles of being a black entrepreneur, what he's building with Calling All Creators and checks some of the "pledges" these brands made last year. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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12:43

Lance Troh of Own Kicks

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/06/10

Lance Troh jumps on the pod to talk with Izzy about his upbringing in Africa, goes into detail on launching his own sneaker authentication business ( @ownkicks ) and talks about how reselling sneakers has funded ownkicks since it's inception! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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21:25

Carli Pacheco of Mofongo Kicks 🇵🇷

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/06/03

Carli ( @carlimofongo ) of @mofongokicks jumps on the pod to talk about his journey from Puerto Rico to New Jersey, the creative bumps along the way and the help he's giving to creatives on the island! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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58:15

A conversation with Adidas–How to Get a Sneaker...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/05/27

Izzy was joined by Nick Ziemer (Manager Digital Technology –Footwear, adidas), Bernadette Little (Designer on Global Brand Design, adidas), and Collin Lashway (University Recruiter, adidas). They talked about what it’s like to work at adidas and what the hiring process is like. They gave attendees an inside look at what hiring managers are looking for and what you can do to make yourself stand out as a candidate for the position you are interviewing for. Make sure to follow each one of their

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48:19

Jeff Henderson, 15 year Nike Alum and Founder @...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/05/20

Jeff Henderson, who worked at Nike for almost 15 years, is the founder of @ninetynineproducts , @goodthin.gs and @andthemcreative . In this episode, Jeff covers the importance of mentorship, getting out of your box and, most importantly, showing your work. Follow Jeff's journey here: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreyalanhenderson/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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34:42

David Gibson, Global Product Manager at New Balance...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/05/13

Not one to put himself in the spotlight, David Gibson steps up to the plate and educates Izzy on his journey – from an intern at the General Motors factory in Flint to a dream role at New Balance and all the stories in between. D1 athlete, driving across the mitten and sooo much more. You won't want to miss this one. Follow David on Instagram, @mvp.dg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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30:44

Oscar Castillo, Founder of Modern Notoriety

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/05/06

From Chicago, Oscar Castillo has cemented himself as a go-to resource in sneakers & culture. His company Modern Notoriety has a community of over 750,000 passionate culture seekers. In this episode, Oscar chats with Izzy on his journey getting started in the industry, what made him start his own business, advice to creatives and most importantly, Oscar gives his no nonsense view on representation in sneakers (or lack thereof) Follow Oscar on Instagram here:

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34:03

Cesar Idrobo, Head Pattern & Sample Maker @ Yeezy

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/04/29

From Columbia to Gainesville to Savannah to Calabasas, Cesar Idrobo has had QUITE the journey. In this episode, Cesar chats with Izzy on his journey breaking and maintaining in the footwear industry, the importance of mentorship, advice to creatives and much more! Keep up with Cesar on Instagram & Linkedin --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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44:56

Lucy Crivelli, Community Manager at Aglet

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/04/22

In today's episode, Izzy chats with Lucy Crivelli, Community Manager @ Aglet & Founder of Tomorrow Isn't Promised. Lucy holds nothing back as she talks about her experience in the industry, representation and what's in her future. This episode highlights the immigrant journey, the generational expectation to follow a path and what happens when you don't. Follow Lucy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lucycrivelli/ --- Support this podcast:

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50:40

Don Dudley, Director of Marketing @ Foot Locker

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/04/13

In today's episode, Izzy chats with Don Dudley, Director of Marketing of Foot Locker & Creative Director of Clean Sneaker Care and Wins Brand. Don spits some knowledge to young professionals trying to break into a new industry and talks about his love for sneakers. This episode captures everything that creatives need to hear, whether just getting started or needing a reminder in a current role. Follow Don on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/staylaced_don/ --- Support this podcast:

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31:43

Julia Lebosse, Founder of @sneakersbywomen

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/04/08

In today's episode, Izzy chats with Julia Lebosse, Founder of @sneakersbywomen. Julia shares the inspiration that ignited the account and her future vision for the account. Follow @sneakersbywomen here: https://www.instagram.com/sneakersbywomen/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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45:13

Craig Lyon, Vice President, Head of Marketing at...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/04/01

Craig Lyon is a winner and his track record at Nike shows it. From his individual projects to those of the teams he’s led, winning has been a constant. On this episode, we chat with Craig on his journey, advice to creatives and soooo much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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51:22

Kenneth Anand & Jared Goldstein, Authors of Sneaker Law

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/03/18

Sneaker Law is a business and legal bible for the sneaker industry and much more. It is also an innovative redesign of the textbook experience. Sneaker Law is the only book that teaches “all you need to know about the sneaker business.” It is digestible and entertaining, taking culturally relevant topics and using them to teach critical information for any anyone. It's authors, Kenneth and Jared, join me on an episode that will educate and inspire you to take action, no matter the field. Check out

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51:20

Tai Foster, VP, Brand Marketing at Art of Sport & Ben...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/03/04

In the first duo guest episode ever, I'm joined by Tai Foster & Ben Taylor. Each of them have pretty recognizable names in the marketing space but they join me to talk about what they're working on together in Ren. They came together because of work but became friends because of their love of basketball & decided to come together on a project pushing the culture forward. We talk about a ton on this episode with both Tai & Ben having extensive experience in brand building, I pick their

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43:49

Martha Garcia, Entrepreneur and Communications...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/02/25

Remember this episode with Martha Garcia. She has 13 years of marketing experience and most recently left her position with Deckers Brands as the former Director of Global Brand Creative & Communications to be her own boss and pave her own path in an industry that desperately needs it. In this episode, Martha answers questions from Sneaker School students and talks about generational expectations, being a latina in the footwear industry and gives advice to people pursuing something they're

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40:45

Lindsay Goldner, Director of Marketing, Chicago Red...

Strange on Purpose ·

2021/02/18

Meet Lindsay Goldner. She's the Marketing Director for the Chicago Red Stars of the NWSL. Her background is as diverse as they come with stops at agencies and some time in the gaming industry. As the first episode of the next season of Strange on Purpose this episode covers Lindsay's journey, how important women's sports are to the sports landscape and steps we can take to support professional women's sports today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strangeonpurpose/support

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