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Slingin' Shoes

Slingin' Shoes

Written by: Mark Sullivan & Chris Farley
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Lively discussions about the run specialty business.

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Episodes
  • The Philadelphia Story

    The Philadelphia Story
    Oct 20 2026

    Philadelphia Runner Owner Ross Martinson shares the lessons learned from 20+ years in business, including the differences between running urban and suburban stores and what he wishes he knew two decades ago. We are also joined by Dan Sullivan and Tony Macey of Skechers who discuss the brand's new super shoe and new athlete endorsers.

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    48 mins
  • The Basement Tapes: Old School Retailing & ASICS ascends

    The Basement Tapes: Old School Retailing & ASICS ascends
    Oct 6 2026

    Andy Kimerling of Westchester Road Runner tells tales of his 40+ years in the business and how his basement full of shoes allows him to keep his customers coming back for more. On the brand side, we are joined by Kevin McHale,

    VP Sales, Run Specialty & Omnichannel, ASICS America, who discusses the brand's collaboration with Bandit Running, its work with run club and how ASICS balances growth with a strong commitment to run specialty.
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    56 mins
  • The Ultimate Shoe Dog; RIDC's career event and Dishing Chafes

    The Ultimate Shoe Dog; RIDC's career event and Dishing Chafes
    Sep 22 2026

    Joe Rubio of Running Warehouse talks about Chinese brands, his journey in the business and what he sees for the future. Abigail Hollie discusses The Running Industry Diversity Coalition's new career event taking place in Philadelphia in October. And our listeners sound off with their Chafes of the Week about how to cope with special discounts. We promise a provocative and entertaining episode.

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    53 mins
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