Shoe-in

In this episode, we play clips from FDRA’s 2018 Sourcing Summit featuring a panel discussion exploring footwear sourcing themes from domestic production to sustainability issues and more. This diverse panel is composed of different professionals within different areas of the footwear industry to provide a full conversation around footwear production. Panelists include representatives from the Portuguese Footwear Association, Elevate, SGS, and Okabashi.

For the very first time FDRA’s Chief Economist, Gary Raines joins us for an episode to discuss the state of the “Shoeconomy” and what to expect in 2019!

In this episode Matt, Andy, Thomas, and Jasmine close out 2018 talking about some of the hottest trends of the year and Jasmine shares a couple predictions for 2019...

In this episode, we play clips from FDRA's Sourcing Summit featuring an in-depth discussion on how forward-thinking brands are "digitizing" their workflows to speed up material selection, design and development of shoes. The panel discussing these issues include Romans CAD, XRITE, a former shoe development lead and Material Exchange.

In this episode, the team talks about 2018 trends and shares audio clips from FDRA's Sourcing Summit featuring Allbirds CEO Joey Zwillinger. Joey explains how they started their brand with a sustainability first mindset and how they strategically built their brand into a rising all start in the fashion industry.

Team FDRA explores all the ins and outs of the recent trade truce between the United States and China and its impact on the footwear industry. Recording and posted on the same day, this episode has all you need to know about the ongoing trade war in real-time.  Jasmine jumps in to explore the prevalence of microwaveable slippers in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment.

Shoe companies pay billions in duties each year, but there is a way to get a refund from the government if you follow certain rules! Brian London of Charter Brokerage joins us on this episode to explain what "duty drawback" is and how shoe companies can use it to their advantage if they set up their supply chains correctly.

Rocky Parrish is CEO of ROCKDEEP and a former Sports TV & Radio Host & Contributor, he stops by the Shoe-In Show studio to give the cast all the deets on the ROCKDEEP brand!  Also, find out what fashion trend Jasmine is noticing and loving during fashion week!

Jose joins us to talk about the changes happening on our factory floors. New workers, new managers, new locations and automation are all changing how we make shoes, but we still have an old mindset on how to get the most out of factory workers. Jose explains a better way forward - one that trains and empowers workers to make shoes right the first time. A must listen for any sourcing and production professional!

Join the fun as Andy and Matt casually discuss the current state of footwear in this week's episode. Touching on everything from footwear retail to footwear innovation.

For one final tour at FN Platform Jasmine and Kim talk with Pajar Canada out of Montreal and Inuikii out of Switzerland about their latest offerings for the winter season. These unique brands are combining fashion and comfort to help shoppers brave the elements this winter in style.

Jasmine and Kim continue to walk the show floor at FN Platform in search of emerging trends and hot brands. This week they talk with leading fashion boot companies Sorel and Miz Mooz, covering the latest in women's fashion footwear.

Jasmine and Kim continue to scout out the floor of FN Platform in Las Vegas to see the latest and greatest in unique brands including the KEEN UNEEKBOT and the emerging brand Switfish.

Live from FN Platform in Las Vegas, Jasmine and special Shoe-In correspondent Kim take over the show from Matt and Andy to explore the amazing stories of Jerusalem Sandals and Okabashi. One company is bringing together Israelis and Palestinians for the cause of peace and the other is driving sustainability in cool and innovative ways. Two companies to keep your eye on.

Buddy is back to outline the latest and greatest in the Soles4Souls mission and ways in which the impactful charity is meeting the needs to those less fortunate worldwide. From distribution trips to the opening of regional donation centers to Buddy's new book, Soles4Souls is focused on its mission to wear out poverty. Jasmine joins in for the World Famous Watcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'? segment.

Dick de Bruijn, Founder and Owner of Blackstone Shoes stops by Shoe-In to explore the history of the Dutch footwear company and the importance of remaining true to the brand's fashion roots.  Jasmine joins the fun as she explores the staying power of the dad shoe trend in her Fashion Footwear in Focus Segment.

Straight from the UK, Shoe-In welcomes Robert Perkins, Chief Operating Officer of Hotter Shoes at FN Platform. As a UK-based footwear manufacturer and retailer, Robert is clued in on all the latest development, sourcing, and fashion trends taking place across the pond.  Jasmine steps up with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she explores the ongoing effort of global female footwear buyers to focus on comfort and ditch the heels.

Casca Co-founder, Braden Parker, stops by Shoe-In at FN Platform to discuss the highs and lows of launching a shoe brand in today's diverse retail landscape. Braden unveils the highs and lows of bringing the brand's all-day performance footwear to market. And of course, Jasmine is here for the show's absolutely amazing "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?" segment.

Shoe Carnival's fearless leader Cliff Sifford returns to Shoe-In at FN Platform to download on the family retailer's continued success and growth. The laughter and fun abound as Cliff explores the latest trends succeeding in today's diversified footwear marketplace. Jasmine jumps in with her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she discusses the continued dominance of slides and Vans.

Dr. Sheng Lu, associate professor from the Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware, stops by Shoe-In at FN Platform to discuss the impact the trade war with China is having on the fashion industry. Dr. Lu also gives his best prediction on how the current economic conflict will ultimately play out. Jasmine joins in with her world famous "Whatcha Got? Whatcha Gettin'?" segment as the crew provides ideas to Dr. Lu on what shoes to wear while teaching class.