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Pair of Kings

Pair of Kings
Fashion Designers
Fashion
Fashion Industry
Fugazi
New York Fashion Scene
Los Angeles
Ann Demeulemeester
Community Engagement
Streetwear
Design Process
Fashion Brand Operations
Boston
Social Media
Fashion Culture
Tiktok
BEAMS Japan
Knitting
Regional Fashion
New York City
Wenjüe Lu

Hosted by Sol Thompson and Michael Smith, Pair of Kings is a fashion podcast that explores the relationship we have with and through our clothing, through themes of identity, sustainability, and collective affinity. The weekly podcast exists between legacy media and new-age influencer coverage of fashion, highlighting creatives who push the envelope with their distinctive impact on the fashion wor... more

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Recent Guests

Caitlin Cunningham
Former WNBL basketball player and musician, recognized for her contribution to the health goth aesthetic
Episode: 13.4 - Inventing Health Goths (not a joke), Partying in New York Fashion Week, and Professional Basketball with Caitlin Cunningham (@caitlepillar)
Ives Barrera
Boot maker and friend of the podcast
Episode: 13.3 - How We Fix the Fashion Industry, NYFW Notes, and the Friends of Pair of Kings Live Show!
Joseph Baumeister
Perfumer who created a custom scent for the event
Perfume Making Company
Episode: 13.3 - How We Fix the Fashion Industry, NYFW Notes, and the Friends of Pair of Kings Live Show!
Chi Ossé
District 36 Council Member
New York City Council
Episode: 13.2 - Why Shit Not Working and How Do We Fix New York City with Chi Ossé (@chiosse)
Chloe Boxer
A tailor with experience in both regular and set tailoring for fashion editorial and commercial shoots.
Graceland
Episode: 12.19 - Discovering the Lost Art of Tailoring with Chloe Boxer (@chl0e.box)
Tanya Ravichandran
Fashion influencer and photographer
Episode: 12.17 - How to Host a Perfect Runway Show, The Horribly Dressed Men of New York, and The Photographer-to-Influencer Pipeline with Tanya Ravichandran (@tanyar)
Luke Fracher
Owner of Luke's NYC
Luke's NYC
Episode: 12.13 - Chrome Hearts Rocket Launcher with Luke Fracher
Ella Emhoff
Model and knitting enthusiast
Episode: 12.11 - Arts and Crafts and Modeling and DSquared2 FW25 with Ella Emhoff (@ellaemhoff)
Dave Macklovitch
Grammy-nominated musician, member of the band Chromeo
Chromeo
Episode: 12.9 - Fancy Footwork and Full Hedi Slimane with Dave Macklovitch (@dave1)

Hosts

Sol Thompson
Host and co-founder engaged in lively discussions on fashion, identity, and sustainability.
Michael Smith
Co-host known for engaging insights on contemporary fashion culture and trends.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 584 ratings
  • 🫡

    Sol’s complaining about not talking getting to talk Dsquared isn’t very good podcasting.

    Otherwise good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abominablejoman
    Australia6 months ago
  • New Soundboard effects are annoying

    This was a good show. The new season… ehh. The guys are trying too hard with the soundboard and trying their best to be annoying TikTokers

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    toufeeq
    United States2 years ago
  • Fire gents

    Fire gents

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Original Untaken Nickname
    United States2 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shgstsksnbs
    Canada3 years ago
  • PLEASE get better mics/improve the audio quality

    Good content but the audio quality is difficult to listen. I don't know if they're just using headphone mics, or if they're recording the audio through Zoom/MSTeams or something, but in 2022 that doesn't cut it for podcast audio quality.

    Apple Podcasts
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    peterjje
    Canada3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor and engaging banter between the hosts, often feeling as if they're part of a friendly, intimate conversation.
Critiques often focus on audio quality, with some suggesting that it could be improved for a better listening experience.
Many listeners enjoy the mix of guests, feeling that they offer valuable insights into the fashion industry.
The content is praised for its depth regarding fashion trends and identity.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

13.4 - Inventing Health Goths (not a joke), Partying in New York Fashion Week, and Professional Basketball with Caitlin Cunningham (@caitlepillar)
Q: What's your take on the pressure athletes feel to dress more ostentatiously?
Caitlin explains that many athletes don't have their own style, often resorting to fast fashion instead of expressing their true personality.
13.4 - Inventing Health Goths (not a joke), Partying in New York Fashion Week, and Professional Basketball with Caitlin Cunningham (@caitlepillar)
Q: What has been your experience like transitioning from basketball to modeling?
Caitlin discusses how her background in basketball has helped her confidence in modeling, especially during high-pressure situations like NYFW.
13.2 - Why Shit Not Working and How Do We Fix New York City with Chi Ossé (@chiosse)
Q: How can people engage and stay included within their community?
Make sure you're voting in local elections, calling your local representatives, and attending community board meetings.
13.2 - Why Shit Not Working and How Do We Fix New York City with Chi Ossé (@chiosse)
Q: What are some of the major issues facing New York that you are working to resolve right now?
The major issues include the high cost of living and rent, alongside the need for increased affordable housing.
12.13 - Chrome Hearts Rocket Launcher with Luke Fracher
Q: What is this like eight-year gap on your resume where you said you were self-employed?
I'm like, I was just hitting the streets, baby. I just had to make something shake.

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This podcast offers an insightful exploration of the dynamic intersection between fashion, identity, and sustainability. With hosts who bring a mix of humor and depth to the discussions, the format typically features lively conversations about current fashion trends, unique brands, and the personal narratives woven into clothing choices. Listeners can expect a blend of reflections on both legacy fashion institutions and up-and-coming designers, along with interviews that showcase distinctive voices in the industry. The focus on community and the evolving definitions of style make this a compelling listen for both fashion enthusiasts and casual observers alike.

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1. Throwing Fits
2. Blamo!
3. How Long Gone
4. The Complex Sneakers Podcast
5. Fashion People

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Pair of Kings launched 6 years ago and published 293 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Pair of Kings?

Recent guests on Pair of Kings include:

1. Caitlin Cunningham
2. Ives Barrera
3. Joseph Baumeister
4. Chi Ossé
5. Chloe Boxer
6. Tanya Ravichandran
7. Luke Fracher
8. Ella Emhoff

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