In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, we welcome Mike Fernandez, Vice President of Post Collections at Waste Pro. Host Bryan the Botanist introduces Mike, highlighting their friendship and professional connections. Mike delves into his background, detailing his journey from aspiring firefighter to a top executive at one of the largest waste manag…

Join Sneaker Impact News as we sit down with Pedro Amos, a renowned visual artist and public arts ambassador from Miami, to explore his remarkable journey from starting as a graffiti artist in 1994 to becoming an influential figure in Miami's vibrant art scene. Discover Pedro's unique approach to blending creativity with business, his entrepreneuri…

In this enlightening episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Esteban Martinez, a distinguished architect and co-founder of Green Loop. Esteban shares his remarkable journey from studying at the University de los Andes to becoming a LEED Fellow and leading sustainable practices across Latin America and the U.S. Discove…

In this special episode of Sneaker Impact News, hosted by Bryan the Botanist, we have the honor of interviewing Ted Metellus, the Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon and Senior Vice President of Event Development and Production at the New York Road Runners (NYRR). Joining the conversation is Frankie Ruiz, the Race Director of the Lifeti…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist converses with Yadira Diaz, founder and chief impact officer of Gradible, about pioneering sustainable solutions for companies. Yadira shares her motivation from a young age, inspired by environmental changes and a pivotal documentary on waste. She details how Gradible helps businesses…

Join host Bryan the Botanist as he sits down with Terrence Diggs, the visionary founder of D17 Clothing and ASICS ambassador, in this exciting episode of Sneaker Impact News. Terrence opens up about his journey from a tech and arts-influenced upbringing in Baltimore to becoming a successful designer and entrepreneur. Learn about his inspiration fro…

Join host Bryan the Botanist on Sneaker Impact News as he sits down with Ricky Hughes from STL Run Crew. Ricky shares his inspiring journey of founding STL Run Crew during the pandemic as a means to tackle depression and promote community health in St. Louis. Discover Ricky's vision for a diverse and welcoming running community that moves across th…

In this Sneaker Impact News clip, Sophie Ringel, founder and executive director of Clean Miami Beach, shares her journey from Germany to Miami, the formation of Clean Miami Beach, and her experiences growing into a non-profit powerhouse. Sophie and Bryan discuss the importance of community involvement in environmental cleanup, overcoming challenges…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, Bryan the Botanist sits down with Sophie Ringel, founder and executive director of Clean Miami Beach. Sophie shares her journey from Germany to Miami, the formation of Clean Miami Beach, and her experiences growing into a non-profit powerhouse. Sophie and Bryan discuss the importance of community involvement …

Sneaker Impact News Presents: An In-Depth Interview with Fashion Expert Martu Freeman Parker In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Martu Freeman Parker, a renowned figure in the fashion industry. Known for her extensive experience with top brands like Polo Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, and Calvin Klein, M…

In this special multi-guest episode, we're joined by the phenomenal Sonia Chavez, founder of Soy Corredora, and Maria Suarez, COO of RunAdic. Dive into the inspirational journeys of these remarkable women as they discuss the expansion of Soy Corredora to the U.S., the upcoming 'Run to Be Happy' summer series in Miami, and their respective personal …

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, Bryan the Botanist interviews Joe Robinson, a community leader, entrepreneur and running influencer from Detroit, Michigan. Joe shares his journey from growing up on the east side of Detroit to creating a successful music label APX and co-founding the We Run 313 run club. They discuss Joe's background, his in…

🎙 We had an amazing chat with Joe Robinson from We Run 313 about his journey from music label boss to running influencer and community leader. But most importantly, how he's helping to transform Detroit into a healthier and happier community through running. Check out the full interview on YouTube HERE! 🎧🏃🏿‍♂️⭐️ #JoeRobinsonAPX #WeRun313 #DetroitRu…

Ray Guzman @PR_Sneaks23 on Miami's sneaker community, sustainability, valuing what you have, and the difference between a sneakerhead and sneaker enthusiast. This is a video clip about Ray Guzman aka @PR_Sneaks23 from Sneaker Impact News. Watch the full podcast at https://youtu.be/VXohKPUdK7ARay Guzman, Bryan The Botanist

Join host Bryan the Botanist on Sneaker Impact News as he interviews Ray Guzman, aka PR_Sneaks23, a renowned digital creator and Miami’s OG sneakerhead. Discover Ray's journey within the sneaker enthusiast community, influenced by his Puerto Rican roots and upbringing in Miami. Explore his role as a brand ambassador, and his lessons on sustainabili…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist welcomes Arthur Alexander, captain of the Late Night Menu Crew and Nike Run Club pacer in Miami for the Baptist Health South Beach and Brickell Run Clubs. Arthur delves into his transformation from a Nike employee to a key figure in Miami's running scene, highlighting his involvement i…

Catching up with one of our favorite store partners, Rochester Running Company, at the annual Run Summit conference in St. Louis!Bryan The Botanist,

In Episode 12 of Sneaker Impact News, Bryan the Botanist interviews Kiera Smalls, the first Executive Director of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition (RIDC). Based in Philadelphia, Kiera discusses her journey from a non-runner to a marathon finisher, despite her asthma. She highlights her work with the RIDC, focusing on improving inclusion, vi…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist interviews Harry Chandler, a prominent figure in the running industry co-owner of the Charlotte Running Company, vice president of the Running Industry Association, and chair of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition. The discussion covers Harry's personal journey from Michigan to be…

Meet Lucien Boulet aka Hot Chocolate aka the Peoples Champ! OooooWeeeee! In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist welcomes Lucien Boulet, also known as Hot Chocolate, in their brand new studio, marking Lucien as the first in-person guest. Lucien, an ultra runner, entrepreneur, and father, shares his inspiring journey from sta…

In Episode 10 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist interviews Valeria Rodriguez, an inspiring figure with a multifaceted life as a runner, mom, illustrator, teacher, and survivor. Valeria shares her journey from a physically challenging childhood to becoming a state-champion runner and securing a college scholarship. Despite pressure and…

In this heart-warming episode of Sneaker Impact News, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Nadia Ruiz, also known as Iron Girl Nadia. Raised in Los Angeles by Ecuadorian immigrant parents, Nadia shares her rich background in running, which spans 26 years and includes over 650 races. From struggling with team sports to discovering her talent …

Sneaker Impact News Episode 8 features an extensive interview with Charles Van Schaik, a professional with over 30 years of experience in the retail and footwear industry, who collaborated with Sneaker Impact, a social enterprise focused on sneaker recycling for the European market. Charles highlights his experiences working with international bran…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist interviews Terry Schalow, the Executive Director of the Running Industry Association (RIA). Schalow shares his career journey, from his start at ASICS to his current role at RIA. He discusses the organization's mission, highlighting its focus on supporting brick-and-mortar retail runni…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, Bryan the Botanist interviews Elliott Mason, the founder of RunAdic, a creative app solution aimed at building communities and promoting health through technology and support. Elliott shares his motivation behind creating RunAdic, a tool that geo-localizes running clubs and runners. This feature allows users …

In this interview, Bryan the Botanist, host of Sneaker Impact News, talks to David Kilgore, a successful ultra-endurance athlete and the global head of trail and ultra athletes at On Running. They discuss David's successful running career—highlighting his exceptional record and achievements—including winning the World Marathon Challenge and setting…

In this episode of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the Botanist sits down with Calista Ariel, a sustainability advocate and coordinator for the Better Bins recycling program at the Low Impact Alliance (LIA). They discuss LIA's mission to encourage sustainability in the running industry, the Better Bins initiative, which provides recycling centers f…

In Episode 1 of Sneaker Impact News, host Bryan the botanist conducts an in-depth interview with Frankie Ruiz, the founder of the Miami Marathon. Apart from being a significant figure in South Florida's running scene, Frankie holds positions like Chief Running Officer at Lifetime and Chief Wellness Officer for City of Miami. As an advocate for well…

Sneaker Impact News Episode 2 features Louisa Hoyes from TOMRA, a global company leading the way in material recovery. Join host Bryan the botanist and Louisa for an in-depth conversation about the challenges and future prospects of textile recycling. Louisa, with her extensive background in environmental science and resource management, shares ins…