Best Jeremy Kirkland Podcasts (2025)

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Eiichiro Homma of Nanamica 49:23

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My guest this week is Eiichiro Homma, founder of Nanamica Eiichiro-san is an incredible designer and is one of the reasons we’re all wearing big fits. We talk what’s happening with Nanamica, big fit origins, personal style, why he thinks Gorp is cooked, the golden age of clothing design and life on a boat. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketp…

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Ken Sakata (Front Office) - The Design is the Marketing 49:13

7d ago49:13

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My guest this week is Ken Sakata of Front Office Ken Sakata has been slowly taking over Substack, TikTok, and Instagram, basically all social media, by documenting and teaching the world about clothes. His brand is called Front Office, and as you’ll hear, he’s been designing and documenting the entire process in front of everyone. He explains and o…

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Robin Givhan on Make it Ours: how Virgil Abloh changed fashion 55:52

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My guest this week is fashion editor and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Robin Givhan. Robin is a senior critic at large for the Washington Post and just released her new book Make It Ours: Crashing the Gate of Culture with Virgil Abloh. Robin and I discuss her new book and the late Virgil Abloh’s rise in the fashion world. We also chat about log…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - The Sanitization of Streetwear 20:24

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Streetwear was once a catchall term for styles that naturally emerged from various street cultures. Today, it’s a multi-billion dollar industry shaped by luxury houses such as LVMH. In this episode, Peter and Derek discuss the evolution of streetwear from grassroots expression to high-fashion commodity, and explore how l…

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Andy Shauf and Colin Nealis of Foxwarren 56:55

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This week, I’m joined by Andy Shauf and Colin Nealis of the Canadian band Foxwarren. We discuss their new album, 2, and upcoming tour. We also get into big fits, making your own clothes, and how style plays into their creative process. "Deadhead" video by Joe Cappa Dig it! * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your n…

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S.G. Goodman is getting fits off on the farm 1:18:53

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This week, I’m joined by singer and songwriter S.G. Goodman. We talk about her new album Planting By The Signs, working with Paul Schrader, and touring with Jason Isbell. She also breaks down her favorite workwear picks, growing up in Kentucky, and getting a fit off on the farm. Watch her music video for Fire Sign * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted…

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Kat Schoewe of Outdoor Research 1:09:23

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This week, I’m joined by Kat Schoewe, VP of Design and Product Innovation at Outdoor Research. She can casually mention shaping product at Under Armour, L.L. Bean, Pearl Izumi, and Land’s End—but she’d much rather talk about her vintage collection. We get into how she got started in design, the wild rise of GORP-core, what it means to be a fashion …

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - How Do You Feel About Cosplay? 20:23

2M ago20:23

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Is cosplay cringe? Dressing as Jigglypuff or a 1930s railwayman? Peter and Derek discuss how the term "cosplay" is often used in the menswear community to rein in those who dress too far from the norm. ** Listen to the entire episode and view all the shownotes on the Blamo! Patreon…

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David Longstreth (Dirty Projectors) 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

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This week, we're joined by artist and composer, David Longstreth of Dirty Projectors. Known for his genre-defying work and singular creative vision, David sits down with Jeremy to talk about scoring the new A24 film The Legend of Ochi and the process behind his latest album, Song of the Earth—a sweeping collection of orchestral songs that blurs the…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - The Evolution of The Alpha Male Aesthetic 20:22

2M ago20:22

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! In the last few years, a new online archetype has appeared online: the alpha male, which is someone who's part gym coach, part life coach, and part entrepreneur. He's jacked, wears tight clothes, and speaks in clipped imperatives. Peter and Derek talk about what gave rise to this aesthetic and why this sort of character …

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Chris Green of Ven.Space 1:05:33

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My guest this week is Chris Green, owner of Ven.Space. Located in Brooklyn, NY, Ven.Space has quickly become one of the most talked-about stores in recent years and has been featured in notable outlets such as The New York Times and Highsnobiety. The retail experience is designed to be simple, efficient, and focused on the customer experience rathe…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Do People Treat You Differently Depending on Your Clothes? 20:22

3M ago20:22

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Someone on Youtube recently posted a video, where they put themselves in various social situations—once dressed casually, the next time in a suit—to see if they would be treated differently depending on what they're wearing. In this episode, Peter and Derek discuss the respectability of dress and whether people do, in fa…

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Loren Kramar 56:59

3M ago56:59

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My guest this week is Loren Kramar. Loren is no stranger to fashion having worked in the industry, and collaborated with his friends at Eckhaus Latta. He's a fit god filled with hilarious hot takes, and makes me weep whenever he sings. Loren and I discuss his new EP, Living Legend, being a creative without a roadmap, good boots, better vintage, and…

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Nicholas Galanin (Multidisciplinary Artist) 39:56

3M ago39:56

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My guest this week is multidisciplinary artist Nicholas Galanin. Nicholas is from the sitka tribe of Alaska and has exhibited his works all over the world, from the Whitney Museum and Museum of Modern Art, to the Abu Dhabi Biennial. His work challenges stereotypes of indigenous art while also addressing social and environmental issues. He recently …

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Phil Cook's Appalachia Borealis 1:05:22

3M ago1:05:22

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My guest this week is musician Phil Cook. I have been listening to Phil Cook's Appalachia Borealis constantly – almost once a day. Sometimes, I'll put it on in the late evening; other times, it's what I put on when I'm making my coffee. I have found myself forgetting it was on and tearing up over what I'm hearing. I rarely know what I'm talking abo…

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Gitta & Peter Plotnicki of Merz b. Schwanen 1:23:25

3M ago1:23:25

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My guests this week are the co-owners of Merz B. Schwanen, Gitta & Peter Plotnicki. Making clothes is hard, running a brand is hard, but Gitta and Peter do it incredibly well,and it was an absolute joy to speak with them about it on the pod. We discuss the infamous ‘The Bear’ shirt, how they went from loop wheel to a full collection of sportswear, …

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Jacob Hurwitz of American Trench 20:20

3M ago20:20

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! On this episode, Derek and Peter are joined by Jacob Hurwitz, the founder of American Trench. They discuss the origins of the brand, what "American made" means and get into nitty gritty of cost breakdowns in manufacturing. They also discuss commodity vs artisanal, and what the future of domestic production looks like. **…

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PATREON PREVIEW - The JJJ Show - The Sands of Time with Lance Panda 20:28

4M ago20:28

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! We are incredibly pleased to present a special episode of the JJJ Show. If you’re new here, the JJJ Show is hosted by Jeff Hilliard, Jeremy Kirkland, and Jian DeLeon. It’s our fashion head podcast where we rant and dissect everything in menswear and fashion. BUT THIS episode is the one where we finally convinced Lance Pa…

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Corey Smith-West and Devin Hobdy of Bathe 1:02:56

4M ago1:02:56

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My guest this week is Corey Smith-West and David Hobdy of Bathe Corey, and Dev stop by to chat to their influences, media diet, going on health kicks, creative constraints and what’s coming next for the band. Bathe - Here (Official Video)By Blamo! Media

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Tailoring Wishlist 20:21

4M ago20:21

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Spring is for idle days and daydreaming. In this episode, Peter and Derek discuss what's on their tailoring wish list and what they hope to get sometime in the future. ** Listen to the entire episode and view all the shownotes on the Blamo! PatreonBy Blamo! Media

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Brian Davis and the evolution of Wooden Sleepers 1:21:38

4M ago1:21:38

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My guest this week is Brian Davis of Wooden Sleepers. I have known Brian for nearly twenty years now, and it is a joy to watch his brand and business grow the right way - slow and steady. We discuss relaunching his retail store, partnership with LL Bean, good American vintage, working with Todd Snyder, and more. ** This episode is brought to you by…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Transitional Seasons 20:22

4M ago20:22

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Spring outfits are never as fun as their fall/winter counterparts, but they're also the last hurrah for light layering, chunky boots, and knitwear. Peter and Derek discuss some of their favorite clothes during this transitional season before summer. They also talk about some of their favorite rain gear, including outerwe…

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The JJJ Show - "Gent Lag" 1:01:47

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The crew made it to Tokyo! Jeff, Jeremy, and Jian chat the first few days of the trip, including Tokyo department stores, touring the Grand Seiko Museum, cruising in Alphards, Beams+, slamming bad noodles, and choose your konbini! ** This episode is brought to you by Grand Seiko Special thanks for letting us geek out in the museum :)…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Runway Recaps 20:43

5M ago20:43

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Derek and Peter are back discussing the recent FW 25 shows from men's fashion week in Milan and Paris. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their gift guide on the Blamo! PatreonBy Blamo! Media

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In The Metal with Quaid Walker of Bezel 1:06:37

5M ago1:06:37

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My guest this week is Quaid Walker, co-founder of Bezel. Quaid and I jump right in on the excitement and occasional anxiety of the watch world. We discuss watch churn, how Bezel has evolved over the years, imposter syndrome, getting nuts on auctions, engravings, and those classic “can I pull this off” moments. ••…

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William McNicol of William Frederick 1:19:54

5M ago1:19:54

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My guest this week is William McNicol, designer, and founder of William Frederick. William and I discuss his life growing up in Ohio, how one coat started the brand, fit pics at fashion week, his commitment to manufacturing in Ohio, supplier transparency, and last but not least, how his love of film shapes his brand. https://www.williamfrederickclo…

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Alex Carleton (Filson) 1:08:41

5M ago1:08:41

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My guest this week is Alex Carleton, Chief Creative Officer of Filson. Alex and I discuss his origin and backstory, the #menswear boom of the 2010s, the Filson archive, and why consistency matters. Filson.com Follow Filson on Instagram * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Eugene Rabkin 20:25

6M ago20:25

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Do you ever feel like fashion writers clap for whatever is sent down the runway? Derek and Peter chatted with Eugene Rabkin, founder of StyleZeitgeist, a fashion writer who is unafraid of criticism. They talk about what has been behind the slowdown in the luxury fashion market, why fashion criticism is hard to come by no…

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Simon Crompton of Permanent Style Returns 57:17

6M ago57:17

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My guest this week is Simon Crompton of Permanent Style. Simon and I dug into some stuff we’ve discussed a ton over the years - do "the rules" of getting dressed matter? And if you’re so obsessed with “the rules” of dressing, do you miss out on the joy of getting dressed? We discuss how technology and chatbots have woven into brands and e-commerce,…

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Robby Slowik is on it! 1:09:05

6M ago1:09:05

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My guest this week is comedian and writer Robby Slowik. Robby has written for Jon Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, and more (also himself because he's funny af). He’s a friend of the show, knows how to get a fit off, and has kept me laughing my ass off. robbyslowik.com * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury wat…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Sebastian Tarek 20:22

6M ago20:22

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Derek and Peter chatted with British bespoke shoemaker Sebastian Tarek. Sebastian makes traditional bespoke shoes for folks who have a more modern wardrobe. Think shoes made more for denim than a suit. Derek and Peter chat with Sebastian about his brand, philosophy and more. Follow Sebastian on Instagram https://sebastia…

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Arianne Phillips Returns to talk A Complete Unknown 52:57

6M ago52:57

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We got a good show this week. Arianne Phillips is back on the pod. She’s an incredible costume designer and is back to talk about A Complete Unknown, the recently released James Mangold film starring Timothée Chalamet about the early rise of Bob Dylan. If you haven’t seen the movie, you need to – it’s fantastic. Arianne and I chatted about turning …

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Bartees Strange on Good Drums and Fit Pics 44:05

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My guest this week is Bartees Strange. Bartees is a phenomenal musician and songwriter. His new record, Horror, comes out February 14th on 4AD. Bartees and I discuss recording the new album, entering the Fit Pic era, his favorite designers, cityboy style, church music, horror films, and more. barteesstrange.com Watch the video for 'Sober' on YouTub…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - High Risk, High Reward 20:27

7M ago20:27

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Happy New Year! When it comes to style, some people like to travel down those safe, demarcated roads that lead to a higher chance of success, even if they result in predictable looks. Others have a greater appetite for risk and exploration. In this week's episode, Peter and Derek talk about the high risk/ high reward mov…

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Nick Wakeman of Studio Nicholson 1:00:56

7M ago1:00:56

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My guest this week is Nick Wakeman, founder and creative director of Studio Nicholson. Nick and discuss her love of film, Armani, her approach to design, what Japan gets right (spoiler nearly everything), teaching, retail, and more. It’s all in there! Follow Studio Nicholson on Instagram StudioNicolson.com * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketp…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Dressing for the Holidays 20:20

7M ago20:20

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! With the holiday season here, Peter and Derek answer commonly asked holiday-related clothing questions. How should you dress while traveling? How do you pack? How should you dress for various social occasions, such as office parties, family get-togethers, and New Year's Eve celebrations? Finally, they share their holiday…

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Pete Yorn and The Hard Way 1:00:24

8M ago1:00:24

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My guest this week is musician and songwriter Pete Yorn To me Pete has always embodied the classic, but humble rockstar. Something that may not even make sense. Whether he’s collaborating with Scarlett Johansson or cutting it up on stage, he’s just the easy-going humble dude. Pete and I discuss his recent album The Hard Way, Bob Dylan, being a home…

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PATREON PREVIEW - The JJJ Show - "Don't Clown on my Kindling" 20:26

8M ago20:26

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Jeff, Jeremy and Jian are back recapping Vegas, chatting holiday gift lists, finding the perfect gear, big fit jeans, hype coffee, and even what's the best tv buy?! Last but not least, our Ask Jian segment debuts! Dig in! ** Listen to the entire episode on the Blamo! Patreon…

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Robert Geller Returns! 1:00:05

8M ago1:00:05

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Robert Geller returns to the pod! One of our favorite designers is back to discuss his new role as head menswear designer at Rag & Bone. A lot has changed since his first appearance on the pod in 2017. We revisit what’s been happening in his life, chat through his design process, menswear’s new landscape, boot fits, and what’s next for Rag & Bone. …

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Big Tunes and Big Fits with Dave 1 of Chromeo 56:22

8M ago56:22

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My guest this week is Dave 1 from Chromeo. Dave and I chat, all things Chromeo, the new album Adult Contemporary, building a solid wardrobe, when to stop copping, being happy, and John Mayer calling out his watch game. Listen to Adult Contemporary * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Sponsored…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - Building a Holistic Wardrobe 20:28

8M ago20:28

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Derek and Peter are back talking wardrobe fundamentals, and how to experiment with trends. The takes are hot…down to the blazer buttons. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their list on the Blamo! PatreonBy Blamo! Media

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Dana Lee and going farm to loom 1:06:03

9M ago1:06:03

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My guest this week is designer Dana Lee of Dana Lee Brown If the name rings a bell, this isn’t her first time making clothes; she used to run her brand as Dana Lee in the late aughts. I remember getting her twill pants, which I still own, and they were simple, well made, and classic. She recently re-launched her brand not long ago after taking some…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - What We’re Excited to Wear for Fall 20:24

9M ago20:24

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! Fall is here! Peter and Derek discuss what they're excited to wear this season, including shearling outerwear, tweed sport coats, and chunky knitwear. They also talk about some new-ish brands they've been watching, including a compelling Japanese line that feels a bit like Lemaire but is sold at a more accessible price p…

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Guy Trebay (New York Times) on Do Something 1:00:15

9M ago1:00:15

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My guest this week is Guy Trebay Guy is an author and reporter for the style section of the New York Times. Guy has written about style and culture since the 1970s, from the Village Voice, Interview magazine, and countless other publications. His recently published memoir, Do Something: Coming of Age Amid the Glitter and Doom of ‘70s New York, disc…

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Phillip Toledano and His Artist Way 1:26:07

10M ago1:26:07

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My guest this week is artist Phillip Toledano You might know him from his photography, the B/1 watch Toledano and Chan, ‘Geezer’ style, Viva Bastardo or his other endeavors. Phillip discusses his early career, designing watches, photography, and AI art, and revisits a book that changed Jeremy’s life. It’s all in there! Follow Phillip on Instagram *…

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Tim Heidecker contains multitudes 56:32

10M ago56:32

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My guest this week is Tim Heidecker. Tim’s career contains multitudes—from his comedy career, Office Hours, to his acting to his music—it’s all in there, and it’s beautiful. Tim and I discuss family, Warren Zevon, Randy Newman, the Beatles, the difference between comedy and music, and his new album Slipping Away, releasing October 18th. Catch Tim H…

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Mike McLachlan of Manresa 1:09:54

10M ago1:09:54

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My guest this week is Mike McLachlan of Manresa. Before we dive in, I have to say Mike gets into it, and I think his openness, vulnerability, and candor are among the things that truly set him apart. I’m not going to get philosophical here, but Mike constantly admits that he doesn’t know what he doesn’t know; he’s just trying to make the best brand…

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PATREON PREVIEW - Die, Workwear! - David Lane 20:43

10M ago20:43

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Patreon Preview from Blamo! If you follow Derek on Twitter, you've probably seen photos of David Lane. He's the stylish guy who keeps popping up in Derek's threads about how to dress for different body types. Along with being an art teacher, David runs a custom leather goods business, where he mainly focuses on making handsewn leather watch straps …

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Robert Triefus (CEO) and The Evolution of Stone Island 44:03

11M ago44:03

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My guest this week is Robert Triefus, CEO of Stone Island. Many people know him for helping to turn Gucci into an absolute powerhouse, but he's been in the industry for a long time—beginning his career in the early 90s. Robert has worked at Calvin Klein and Giorgio Armani, but we dive right into Stone Island. Robert and I discuss his career in the …

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James Pumphrey is back with Speeed 1:08:58

11M ago1:08:58

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My guest this week is James Pumphrey After leaving Donut Media and turning the internet upside down, James is back with Speeed! James chats with us about why he left, the state of Car YouTube, getting into Good Art, why crying is great, big fits and what to expect from his new venture – Speeed. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buy…