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#26 Tracking Global Footwear Logistics with an Expert Nov 28, 2016

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Selling shoes to a global marketplace is vitally important to your growth but can be quite daunting. Matt and Andy are joined by key footwear logistics executive Greg Pusak from the Global Brands Group to unpack some of the hurdles companies face when selling into markets worldwide. Christie exposes key viral footwear videos making the rounds on social media in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment. Michael Jordan and "WHAT ARE THOSE?!?!" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpT1XFDjJKA

"Damn Daniel!" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfN60IxdbB4 Footwear on Fire - http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/watch-wirral-woman-sets-cheating-12117869

#25 Slipper Time with the Slipper King, Greg Tunney Nov 21, 2016

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Greg Tunney, President and CEO of RG Barry Brands, joins Matt and Andy to discuss all things slippers and slipper fashion just in time for the holidays. Christie discusses Instagram's iniative to add shopping to its social network and online platform in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment -- http://blog.business.instagram.com/post/152598788716/shopping-coming-to-instagram

#24 Footwear Millennials in Focus w/ Matt Powell Nov 14, 2016

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Matt Powell can't get enough of the Shoe-In Show as he stops by again to discuss millennials and their impact on the footwear industry. You will totally understand the millennial phenomenon after listening to this vitally important episode...we think. Christie educates the boys on all things style product drops, highlighting the buzz driven by Supreme drops during her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment - http://www.supremenewyork.com/

#23 Unpacking the Unknown Risks in the Footwear Supply Chain Nov 07, 2016

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Live from FTDC, Matt and Andy are joined by Tony Pelli from BSI (http://www.bsigroup.com/) as they discuss the various internal and external risks impacting footwear production in key marketplaces around the world. The guys dive into the dynamics of factory protests and key indicators that can predict these changing dynamics. Christie raises the rise of concept shops with the boys, unveiling Cole Haan's recent concept shop in California - http://footwearnews.com/2016/business/retail/cole-haans-south-coast-plaza-store-concept-shop-feels-like-home-costa-mesa-267951/

#22 The Ins & Outs on All Things Sneakers & Sneaker Culture Oct 31, 2016

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Global sneaker expert Matt Powell of the NPD Group is back to discuss all things sneakers and the continued rise of sneaker culture, shoe trading, and athletic brand development. If you're into sneakers, you won't want to miss this discussion -- especially Matt's word association fun! Christie joins in on the fun in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment as she discusses customized cleats in the NFL and ways in which athletes are expressing themselves through their footwear.

#21 Ethiopia and Footwear - Tales from FDRA's Recent Trade Mission Oct 24, 2016

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Fresh off the FDRA trade mission to Ethiopia, FDRA's own Thomas Crockett stops in to discuss the prospects of sourcing footwear from Ethiopia with Matt and Andy. Thomas takes us on a journey through this emerging footwear manufacturing hub as he reminisces about his trip. Christie highlights the growing trend of charitable footwear drives in the Fashion Footwear in Focus segment, showcasing Allison Grady- http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20160927/news/160928861/ and Darrel "Shoe Doctor" Cousin- http://djournal.com/news/shoe-doctor-hopes-deliver-5000-pairs-shoes/ in their efforts to collect shoe donations.

Special Episode: Will the 2016 Election Throw Shade on Footwear Trade? Oct 20, 2016

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Will the footwear industry's key trade initiative - TPP - survive in the wake of this vitriol election? $6 billion is on the line for the footwear companies & consumers...but both candidates are throwing shade at trade. In the aftermath of the election will Congress pass TPP, or will it be kicked down the road? Listen to our robust footwear debate - one that is more detailed than either candidates platform!

#20 Exploring Fall Outdoor Footwear Trends w/ Matt Powell Oct 17, 2016

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Matt and Andy explore emerging fall outdoor footwear trends with athletic and outdoor footwear expert Matt Powell. The boys bat around the challenges the outdoor segment is facing in light of athletic's continued dominance of the footwear retail marketplace. Christie throws out Keen's UNEEK footwear as an innovative take on the outdoor sandal in the Fashion Footwear in Focus segment. http://www.keenfootwear.com/uneek

#19 Buzzing Around with The Shoe Hive Oct 10, 2016

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On this week's episode of Shoe-In, Matt, Andy, and Christie welcome Elizabeth Todd, Owner, and Christen Kinard, Manager, at The Shoe Hive, a women's shoe boutique located in Old Town Alexandria. The group discusses the story of The Shoe Hive, the importance of customer relationships, FFANY, fall fashion trends, and more!

During Fashion Footwear in Focus, Christie and Christen discuss the importance of Instagram and the possibility of a digital fashion show.

#18 Must Know Tips For Launching the Next Great Footwear Brand Oct 03, 2016

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Matt, Andy, and Christie take listeners down a checklist of must know tips for launching the next great footwear brand in the US. Christie discusses the use of wait lists to drive demand for fashionable footwear.

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