Thoughts for the Sole by HigherLXNG

Today we talkin’ Kicks!

I hope you’ve been well and if not, remember that all that is not will be. 

This week on Thoughts for the Sole, I’m breaking down my favorite sneaker pick-ups of 2025 (so far), …

Today we talkin’ Kicks!

Caught up with Mike G. from The Sneaker History Podcast, one of the historians  in the game. We talked about when he first fell in love with kicks, those early days working at …

Today we talkin’ Kicks! The NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco was even more legendary off the court as it was on it. From top-tier brand activations to unforgettable connections, the energy was t…

Today we talkin’ Kicks! On this episode of Thoughts for the Sole, I’m taking you inside my recent trip to Portland and Nike HQ, where I had the honor of witnessing Wilson Smith’s send-off into his ne…

Today we talkin’ Kicks!
In this episode of Thoughts for the Sole, I’m breaking down my early must-have sneakers for the year, pairs that are setting the tone and making plenty of waves in the sneaker …

Today we talkin’ Kicks!
 Short and sweet. Today we are talking about all of the happenings from September and October in the LXNG world. Worked on my first major campaign(Nike) and then another one! I…

Today we talkin’ BFF 2024!
This week I dive into my transformative experience at the Black Footwear Forum by Pensole Lewis College and FDRA. I speak on my profound sense of belonging and the connectio…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
In this episode, I’m sharing some life updates, diving into my thoughts on sneakers today, and talking about a few things I’m excited for. Plus, a special shoutout to ChicinSne…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
Join us as we sit down with Audrey, the managing editor and Head of global mass communication and partnerships for Sneaker Freaker magazine. Audrey, a true sneakerhead herself,…

Today we talkin’ kicks………and props!
H-Town's own Sean brings you a unique blend of Hollywood magic and street style. As a seasoned prop artist crafting iconic film moments, he dives deep into the worl…

Today we talkin’ kicks………and fashion!
This episode is all about sneakers and style. We sit down with Houston fashion stylist,Samo, to talk kicks, culture, and couture. We take a dive into the intersec…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
In this episode, we chat with H-Town's own CJarrell, a true sneaker connoisseur. We dive into when he fell in love with kicks and his experiences working in the sneaker industr…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
Today’s show celebrates both Women's History Month and Air Max Day!  Ki and Mo have a very passionate conversation on women in the sneaker space. They discuss the journey of Ch…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
Today we are choppin it up  with Jae Tips, the creative mind behind some of today's most sought-after sneakers. We discuss his deep passion for sneakers, from his early days wo…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
This week we choppin' it up with Darren and Tony, two thirds of Tradeblock! We discuss the origins of their friendship, Houston sneaker culture and the progression of Tradebloc…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
This week, we chat with Pat, the founder of Portiis and a true Houston sneaker connoisseur. Pat not only reveals his pick for the ultimate Houston sneaker, but also dives deep …

Today we talkin’ kicks!!!
This week we're keeping it all the way trill and staying in Texas as we converse with the mind behind Waco City Conscious, Ryan. Ryan details how the culturally historic pla…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
This week, we're staying put in the Midwest as we sit down with Donnie, the talented photographer for Corporate Got Em and founder of One Take Media. Listen as we delve into Do…

Today we talkin’ kicks!
In our first conversation of the year, Flemm takes us on a journey through the history of sneakers in the Midwest, sharing insights into how growing up in Wichita shaped his s…