Bred 1s and the 5 Stages of Sneakerhead Grief - Episode 77

Sockjig Sneaker Podcast

In this episode, we talk about the release of the Bred 1 85 High and if the marketing fit the low stock numbers and distribution. We talk about the community resentment and take a look at the 5 Stages of Sneakerhead Grief. Other topics covered include Corteiz’s design contest, sneaker retailers hurting and the recent fires in Los Angeles.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

06:48 - On Feet, Skips and Misses

09:53 - Corteiz Design Contest

15:24 - Sneaker Retail Hurting

19:48 - LA Fires

25:40 - 2025 Bred 1 Release

27:04 - Most Historically Accurate Jordan 1 Ever

29:06 - Ticketmaster Approach to Pricing

30:33 - Stock Numbers and White Glove Service

36:13 - Marketing Blitz

42:27 - 6 Year Cycles

44:21 - Disconnect / Resentment

45:41 - Everything Should Be a GR Opinion

48:08 - 5 Stages of Sneakerhead Grief