Astor Chambers' Game-Changing Work With Pharrell, Nike, and Adidas | The Complex Sneakers Podcast

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The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne, and Matt Welty. This week they’re joined by Astor Chambers, a sneaker marketer and brand builder who’s been in the industry for decades at brands like Nike, Adidas, and Billionaire Boys Club. Astor traces his long history in the industry, from first connecting with Nike as a high school student to hooking up rappers like Fabolous and Jadakiss with free shoes to working on Beyoncé’s Adidas line. Also, the cohosts pontificate on the big bubble Air Max 1 ‘86 and finally dish on the ComplexCon sneaker of the year panel.

EPISODE CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 20:05: Intro, Big Bubble Air Max 1 ’86, JLP’s Sneaker Purchase Fail, Seth Rollins Wears Big Red Boots
20:06 - 35:42: Astor Chambers Joins, What’s on Feet?, Astor’s Start in the Footwear Industry
35:43 - 52:49: Nike’s Early Brand Ambassador Partnerships, How Astor Developed Industry Relationships , The Birth of “Influencers”
52:50 - 1:09:06: Astor’s Journey as Brand Director for Billionaire Boys Club, Astor’s Return to Nike
1:09:07 - 1:34:00: The Birth of 21 Mercer, Astor’s Transition to Adidas, Complexcon Sneaker of the Year Panel

SOLE COLLECTOR APP SKU'S:
Nike Dunk High 1985 "Red Acid Wash": dd9404 600
Nike Air Force 1 Low '07 "White": 315122 111
Reebok Ice Cream Low "Beeper": 10138102
Gucci x Adidas Gazelle "GG Monogram": 707850 uwv20 7162
Air Jordan 8 "Bugs Bunny": 130169 100
Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 Low "Red": 1a9v white red


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コメント (21)
  • @Complex
    What was your first sneaker purchase of 2023?
  • Thee best interview yall ever done, Astor's stories about his journey are so inspiring for young black business people
  • @air3k1n
    You guys really went above and beyond with this episode. Thank you for informing the culture always and especially for this one. This episode is like a documentary!
  • This is shining example of when the podcast is at its best - a truly iconic guest and incredible stories about defining moments of our culture. Much appreciation to Astor for his authenticity and to the hosts for just letting Astor run 🏃🏾‍♂️with these stories!
  • @Kenjo757
    One of my favorite podcast guests EVER. Need a part 2 of this for sure
  • When I worked for Foot Locker in 97 Astor was my Ekin for my store 42nd & Time Square, Those was amazing times, This is why I do what I do for Jordan brand this is priceless with out loving customers you have nothing, Astor is the truth!!!! JD🙏🏾👍🏾🙂
  • @NoFat16
    This is the best sneaker interview I have heard. This guy is an awesome storyteller. He knows the cool parts of his stories and highlights them.
  • @Kkicks_
    Astor Chambers has some great blast from the past stories, was awesome having him on. Awesome episode!
  • Y’all killed it with this interview. Bravo Complex, bravo.
  • Put this episode in the podcast Hall of Fame. Astor Chambers made a hour feel like 10 minutes. Definitely will be checking his podcast out!
  • @990v6
    His his attitude is gratitude professionalism and humbled spirit is inspiring
  • @ndigogh
    Best interview yet his journey was amazing!!!
  • @Lincoln09
    Need Astor back, definitely top3 podcast episodes
  • This was unreal! The best episode by far and not close. Astor is a special
  • Folding like envelopes under pressure - dropping Raekwon bars. You guys are the best, thats why I watch lol
  • Amazing guest and conversation. Those are some of the most inspiring stories on this channel.