Social Rec.

Hello again Social Rec. crew! It's good to be back providing you all with some content. In this episode we take a look at Adidas and where they have been, what they're currently going through with the hit of losing the Kanye and Beyonce partnerships but also where they can go and how they'll be just fine in the future. We also take a look at some of their popular partnerships, the ones they currently have and some ideas to get them back in the hunt. Enjoy!

Happy New Year Social Rec. fam! in this episode, Richie and I take a look back at the great times we had in the sporting and entertainment world during 2022. From the Astros World Series parade, to the Dirk Nowitzki statue unveiling on Christmas day, relive the great memories we got to experience. 

In this episode, my guy Richie, AKA Slick joins me and we talk about Thanksgiving traditions, the rise and popularity with the Luka 1, and compare the Luka 1 hype with other signature athletes 1st signature sneaker and their sneaker line. Enjoy!

In this episode, I talk about some of the post-season and pre-season topics as we prepare for opening night of the NBA. Enjoy!

I hope you were there when a simple, yellow wristband changed the game. Livestrong changed the way we supported each other, and was a cultural staple in society. If you didn't have Livestrong clothes, you at least had the yellow wristband to show your support. In this episode, I talk about how that little, yellow wristband became a symbol of hope, blew up over night into one of the biggest brands/collaborations in the world and changed the way smaller communities saw each other and supported one another. Enjoy!

In pt. 2 of this two-part episode, I dig deeper into the collaborations and cultural impact of wrestling and sports from stars like Lebron James, Ric Flair, Stone Cold and Damian Lillard.

In the first part of this two-part episode, I discuss the popularity of sneakers being showcased in wrestling through three areas: in-ring competition, promos, and outside of the ring. I discuss superstars like John Cena, Hulk Hogan, and Batista, a few names of athletes who rock sneakers in all aspects. Then, listen to pt. 2, Wrestling and Sneakers!

In this episode we dive into some more Nike Talk, relive Kobe's 81 points in Toronto, and I give some insight on the big, crazy trades that happened during the NBA trade deadline and analyze the possible outcomes. Enjoy!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! In this episode, Richie and I discuss a lot of the Hot Topics happening with Nike, the tragic passing of Virgil Abloh, Nike issues with DHL, and Nike getting into the Metaverse! Also, shoutout to the newly weds, the Soldevilla family! 

In this episode, Richie and I catch up on some NBA hot topics, and in the main segment, we talk about the tragedies surrounding Astroworld 2021 and take a look at Travis Scotts' popularity background, and music history from other events as well as this one. 

In this episode I break down and relive some memories from playing some great arcade sports games such as NBA Jam, the Street Series: NBA, NFL, and FIFA, and did into other games that were related to sports, but had that fun, arcade feel to it. Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about the new NBA 2K which led me to want to share my experiences playing NBA Live and 2K and all the great successes and failures both games have gone through. 

In this episode, Richie and I discuss the cult classic, Space Jam featuring Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny and Co. We talk about the movie's rise to  cultural/star-status success since making the big screen in 96. Enjoy!

In this episode, I do a run-down of some of my favorite things I've gotten to do since launching Social Rec. a year ago. 

In this episode, I talk about the deal between Puma and WNBA superstar Breanna Stewart, the NBA Regular Season Awards, Playoffs, and give my thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks' rollercoaster ride of a season and hopes for next season. Enjoy!

In this episode I talk a bit about my passion for wrestling and how it blends into the sports/sneaker culture. I also give my reaction and thoughts to the different matches for WrestleMania that happened over two nights (this past weekend) . 

Happy Air Max Day! In this episode Matt and I talk about the History of Air Max, how it all started, the sneakers we love and wear, and what we're looking forward to for Air Max Day 2021 in it's unique format this year. 

NBA All-Star day is a wrap! This year we saw all the events in one day, rather than over the course of 4 days. I break down those events, my thoughts on them, the actual All-Star game, some of the kicks on court, and what I hope happens next season and years to come. Enjoy!

In this episode, I talk about some fun topics like the PS5, recap the not so fun Superbowl, the struggles that Houston teams like the Rockets and Texans are experiencing and lastly talk about my time as a member of the Greg Buckner Foundation, who was a former player with the Dallas Mavericks. I got to experience some fun events, games, and memories as I retell this story and experience. Enjoy!

In this episode I discuss the legacy Kobe Bryant left on the game of basketball and beyond as we remember him on the anniversary of his death and the death of his daughter Gianna, and the other members of that tragic helicopter flight. 

In this episode we explore some of our Christmas traditions and stories, we talk about Jerry Lorenzo's partnership with Adidas, the season opener of the NBA, the Kobe VI Grinch colorway, and The NBA's crazy Christmas day festivities. 

In this episode, I bring on another host, Richie Pineda, along Matt Puente and we talk about events in the Social Rec. community and we also talk about sneaker come up's, sneaker stories, shops and relive some of our best experiences during our college years and beyond. 

News from around the community such as hot sneaker releases, major headlines, and news from the NBA on a busy week that saw trades take place, the NBA Draft, and NBA free agency. 

In this episode, I talk about some events that are happening in the Social Rec. community with a round-up of news stories, and then go into the episode talking about different forms of sneaker content that is consumable either by listening, reading, or watching. Enjoy!

An in-depth look at NBA players and the brands they wear on the court. We take a look at previous signature athletes, and the future athletes that will represent the brand. Also, we look at other athletes who are carrying the banner for smaller brands, looking to make a big impact.

Weekly round-up of events and my thoughts on Steve Nash being named the new head coach of the Brooklyn Nets.

round-up of events that happened since I've been gone. The Dallas Mavericks season came to an end as the Clippers won the series, 4-2, but overall great season for the Mavs, and looking back at that game 4 performance by Luka Doncic. 

Some news around the NBA and sports community and I get to share my experience as an NBA virtual fan.

A run down of this weeks newsworthy events throughout the Social Rec. Community and we take a look at the popular sports film The Sandlot and how it's impacted the Sneakers/Sports culture. 

Round Up of events happening in the community, and talking about the game from the NBA Restart and other information.

Topics around the Sneaker/Sports Community and the main topic on The Nike Fuelband that was discontinued in 2018.

Recap of news events that have happened recently, and a look inside the NBA bubble with the scrimmages that have been happening, and changed that have been made.