Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture

A very unique episode with a very spiritual prologue about a store in Brooklyn with Sole Free host, Harlan Friedman. From the Hasidic enclave of Crown Heights, Brooklyn to the celebrity world of Hollywood, Bellissimo Custom Hats is like no other custom hat store... Join co-founder Levi Chayo and Harlan as they chat about hats and their shared culture.

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We recently hosted an incredible collaborative event of art, music, taste and vibes at The Cake Don in Huntington, Long Island. On this week’s episode of Sole Free we will share highlights from the day including our sit down with DMC and The Cake Don.

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On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is interviewed by Hilary Star de Roy from the “Never Over the Hil” podcast. NOTH

features relatable conversations through the lens of style. Hear Harlan’s take on style. #streetculture #sneakers #Inspiration #solefree #nyc #style #trending

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and ​⁠​⁠​⁠Donna Drake

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

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On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is joined by Dwight “Doc” Gooden. The two talk about Doc’s historic 1985 season, this year’s New York Mets team, the culinary delights at Citifield and the Yankees new grooming policy. The two also unveil the winners of this years Sole Free awards as well as make a surprise announcement!

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On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is at New Jersey’s American Dream Mall for Pinstripe Pride 2025, a gathering of over 40 current and former NY Yankees legends brought to you by Hall of Fame signings to kick off the 2025 baseball season. The newest member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame CC Sabathia along with David Cone, Don Mattingly, Joe Girardi, Manny Ramirez, Nick Swisher, Oswaldo Canry, Spike Lee and others are ...

On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is joined by The Cake Don, Don Donneruno. “The Don” is collaborating with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of ​⁠​⁠ for the DMC Cupcake and a special day of art, music and culture including a panel moderated by Harlan. Street culture and how it shaped Don is the highlight of this chat. Stay tuned till the end for a very special surprise guest!

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On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is joined by Jerome McCroy. Jerome shares the emotional journey of a Mets fan whose creation now stands in the Baseball Hall of Fame, a testament to his lifelong passion and perseverance. Discover how this craftsman's dedication and the creation of a unique art piece transformed their life, opening new doors and opportunities.

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On this week’s episode of Sole Free Harlan is joined by stylist and entrepreneur Daniel Solomon, who has worked with hundreds of athletes and musicians over the past 10 years and has built strong relationships within the industry. Dan is also the founder of Closet Tours, a unique shopping destination that offers exclusive access to the closets of your favorite athletes and other talents in the music, entertainment, and athletic ind...

The 2024 Sole Free Awards are here, and this year’s nominees reflect a dynamic intersection of sneakers, culture, and collaboration. From iconic footwear to groundbreaking partnerships, the awards celebrate the moments and innovators that shaped the past year. Additionally, this year we will be announcing the 4th Annual Sole Free Lifetime Achievement Award given to an individual whose contributions to the industry have forever chan...

"The Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart is one of the most memorable managers not only in the the WWE, but all of professional wrestling. His name became known worldwide, with his outrageous suits and his prop of choice, the megaphone. Jimmy's contributions to wrestling go beyond just being a manager, as Jimmy Hart was also responsible for some of the best theme music in the wrestling business, writing theme songs such as the Shawn Mic...

In 2004 as “Lean Back” hit the charts and he famously licked the bottom of his Olympic Air Jordan 7 on an episode of MTV Cribs, Fat Joe forever cemented his impression in hip hop and sneaker culture iconography. Since then he’s had a slew of hit records, nominated for and won many awards, advocated Washington DC for patient transparency in health care, hosted awards shows, written a best selling book, performed all over the world, ...

This week on Sole Free Harlan is live from FanDuel’s NBA Top Off Experience from the iconic Gauchos gym in the bronx with all-time New York Knicks legend and NBA Hall of Famer Walt “Clyde” Fraizer, NYC basketball legend Rafer Alston, “NYC Point Gods” director Sam Eliad and the hosts of FanDuel TV’s “Run it Back” Michelle Beadle, Chandler Parsons and the NBA’s greatest sixth man of all time Lou Williams.

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This week on Sole Free Harlan sits down for a special conversation with Eric Haze. Last winter, we sat down for a conversation with this born and bred New Yorker whilst celebrating the 40th anniversary of the rise of fame as the fictitious character Shy Zoro in the hit flick Wild Style. Haze’s work runs the gamut including in many different forms including typographic, graffiti and apparel including his recent Manchester City colla...

This week on Sole Free Harlan sits down for a special conversation with Mister Kaves from inside his “Brooklyn Pop” interactive exhibit at Industry City in Brooklyn, NY. Mister Kaves' exploration began at a young age when he found that he had a natural talent for graffiti art and decided to develop that skill further, eventually branching out into other creative mediums like tattooing, music, and filmmaking. He is the ultimate stor...

Breland is a force to be reckoned with in the country music scene. Known for his unique blend of country, rap, R&B, gospel, and soul, he's breaking down barriers and creating a fresh sound that's captivating audiences. His hit single "My Truck" put him on the map, and since then, he's been making waves with his innovative music and powerful performances. Whether you're a country music purist or a fan of hip-hop, Breland's music has...

Sole OK is the mental health and social awareness initiative of Sole Free. This week we continue these important conversations with Jessica Rivera. Jessica helps leaders and teams master communication, navigate difficult conversations, and drive meaningful change

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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake

PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams

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This week Harlan sits down with one of the world’s most innovative creators of upcycled fashion, Hilary Star de Roy, founder and creator of Royal Native. Founded in 2013 Royal Native is a New York designed and made label that began with just one style of shorts in wax print and evolved into a more sustainable brand using vintage textiles, all cut & sewn in the heart of New York City.

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Sole Free with Harlan Friedman live from the red carpet for Notice to Quit starring Michael Zegen and Kasey Bella Suarez.

Notice to Quit, is the story ofAndy Singer (Michael Zegen), an out-of-work actor now struggling as a New York City realtor, finds his world crashing down around him when his estranged 10-year-old daughter, Anna (Kasey Bella Suarez), shows up unannounced on his doorstep in the middle of his eviction.

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John Turturro is known for his varied complex roles in over sixty feature films and has worked frequently with the Coen Brothers, Adam Sandler and Spike Lee. Join Harlan as he sits down with John to chop it up about the New York Knicks, independent TV and film, Spike Lee and so much more. Recorded at the 2024 North Fork TV Festival.

#actor #nyc #queens #spikelee #CoenBrothers #adamsandler #fyp #highlights #motivational #solefre...