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The Stitchdown Shoecast

Stitchdown
Shoe Care
Craftsmanship
Leather Goods
Handmade Boots
Youtube
Quality Footwear
Fashion Industry
Massachusetts Shoe-Making History
Indonesian Bootmaking
Sagara Bootmaker
Boot Styles
Customization
Handmade Footwear
Western Bootmaking
Gender Roles In Shoemaking
Shoe Repair
Cake
Covid-19 Pandemic
Footwear Design
Sneaker Culture

Exploring the wonderful world of quality footwear, how it’s made, and all the things we love about it. Check out Stitchdown.com for shoe and boot reviews, interviews with industry titans, profiles, release info, and more.

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This week on the Shoecast our chat is with Clayton Chambers, founder of the Substack newsletter Sprezza and general menswear individual about the world. 

After running through the footwear signposts in his own life, from churchboy penny loafers to t... more

The one and only Tichoblanco, aka Tichoblancoshoes, aka just plain old Ticho, is BACK. 

Where’s he been?Well he’ll tell ya all about that. What’s he been up to? The biggest answer to that is: happily grinding on his Østmo x Iron Boots project along ... more

In part two of a tag-team with the Full Grain Podcast, the ever-handsome/charming Phil Kalas grills Ben on what to expect at Stitchdown's Boot Camp Chicago 2025 mega-expo and footwear-loving community epicenter this November. 

Japanese and Indonesia... more

Last week we had our Stitchdown community's first gathering at the new Viberg NYC store—an honestly fabulous-looking little shop in Manhattan’s Nolita neighborhood that’s full of  Viberg’s core classic product like stitchdown 2030 and 310 last servic... more

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Recent Guests

Clayton Chambers
Founder of the Substack Newsletter Sprezza and menswear enthusiast
Sprezza
Episode: Sprezza's Clayton Chambers on Timeless Loafers, Gorpy Boots, and Quality
Samuel Wei
Founder of Select Shop Radiance Blue and co-founder of Motiv and Arch Support Project
Radiance Blue, Motiv, Arch Support Project
Episode: (FREE) BONUS: A Look Inside China with Motiv & Arch Support Project's Samuel Wei
Jason Pecarich
Founder and proprietor of Division Road
Division Road
Episode: (FREE) BONUS: A Look Inside China with Motiv & Arch Support Project's Samuel Wei
Michiya Suzuki
Former GM of Red Wing Japan and co-founder of 2 Monkeys boot brand
Episode: How Japan's Astounding Bootmaking Culture Grew—And Where It's Going
Michael Kristy
Founder of The Iron Snail clothing line and YouTube channel focused on quality footwear.
The Iron Snail
Episode: How to Do YouTube Product Reviews Without Losing Your Soul, with The Iron Snail
Lacy Schumann
Leather Development Manager at SB Foot Tanning Company
SB Foot Tanning Company
Episode: Developing Leather for Red Wing and More with SB Foot's Lacy Schumann
Stuart Weitzman
Footwear designer, founder of The Eponymous Company, noted ping pong hustler
Stuart Weitzman
Episode: Women's Shoe Icon Stuart Weitzman on Nudists, Aretha Franklin & The First Shoe He Ever Sold
Jake Houston
Founder and head of Houston Boot Company
Houston Boot Company
Episode: Custom Cowboy Bootmaker Jake Houston on Preserving Knowledge, León Mexico, and Zebra Races
Seiji McCarthy
Bespoke shoemaker based in Tokyo with a unique perspective on American and Japanese shoemaking.
Episode: Seiji McCarthy is Making Some of the World's Greatest American Bespoke Shoes—In Japan

Host

Ben
Host of the Stitchdown Shoecast, bringing insights and discussions focused on quality footwear and craftsmanship.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 207 ratings
  • Alden

    The amount of people that are part of this heritage community that didn’t grow up with real problems is obvious. If you’re willing to overpay so much for something, and not even acknowledge the opposing argument, it’s evident how you are as a person. Maybe it’s not that deep, but that’s just what I see.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qjackson2002
    United States2 years ago
  • Boots

    If you love boots, you’ll love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kla4543fgh
    Canada2 years ago
  • Bring back Ticho

    I really enjoyed the older episodes where it was a discussion between the two host. Don’t care much for interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    pandabiotch
    United States2 years ago
  • The appeal wears off fast

    The appeal of this podcast wears off faster than your new heels. This is a podcast for shoe/boot nerds but the hosts have lost their intrigue for boots. Occasionally they have great guests on but Ben will ramble on a tangent for 5 minutes about a random personal anecdote. Ben also runs his mouth about topics, spewing opinions and word vomit as if they’re the truth. (e.g. May podcast: top eyelet on PNW boots are for security or fit when they’re actually for a loggers knot, overdye overlaps with t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RoseTintedHalcyon
    Canada2 years ago
  • Best quality footwear podcast, love Ben and Ticho, can't live without Gen facts.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    melloyello
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Episodes with guests are frequently praised for their diversity of perspective.
Informative and interesting interviews on quality boots are a highlight.
Some feel occasional rambling detracts from the focus and depth expected.
The community aspect fosters engagement but may have mixed experiences in interaction.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge shared about footwear craftsmanship.
The dynamic between the hosts is engaging, making the discussions enjoyable.

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Sprezza's Clayton Chambers on Timeless Loafers, Gorpy Boots, and Quality
Q: What should people be wearing on airplanes?
We should bring back caring about the way that you look when you're going through the airport, although if you're traveling with kids, a hall pass is acceptable.
Sprezza's Clayton Chambers on Timeless Loafers, Gorpy Boots, and Quality
Q: What is a Sprezza?
A Sprezza is an expression that paraphrasing translates to doing things with ease or to sort of live or move with ease, to be nonchalant about stuff, to make things look easy.
BONUS PREVIEW: Brett Viberg Community Q&A at the Viberg NYC Shop
Q: Can you talk about your process for designing a new model?
Brett explained the iterative design process that involves multiple samples to achieve a well-balanced and aesthetically pleasing final product.
BONUS PREVIEW: Brett Viberg Community Q&A at the Viberg NYC Shop
Q: How has the transition been in offering both working boots and more elegant, luxury-minded office wear?
Brett discussed the desire to evolve beyond rugged boots to include more versatile styles, driven by trends and consumer preferences.
BONUS PREVIEW: Brett Viberg Community Q&A at the Viberg NYC Shop
Q: Could you describe your target customer?
Brett indicated that the core customer is primarily elder millennials who value product quality and share similar values about craftsmanship.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stitchdown Shoecast

What is The Stitchdown Shoecast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on high-quality footwear, particularly exploring the craftsmanship, history, and cultural significance surrounding shoes and boots. Episodes feature conversations with industry experts, artisans, and footwear enthusiasts who share insights into design philosophies, manufacturing practices, and emerging trends within the footwear market. Discussions delve into the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and modern consumer demands, often revealing personal narratives and experiences behind notable footwear brands and makers. The engaging dialogue and expert interviews likely capture the interests of those deeply passionate about footwear, fashion, and craftsmanship. Unique aspects include the community aspect, with ins... more

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Recent guests on The Stitchdown Shoecast include:

1. Clayton Chambers
2. Samuel Wei
3. Jason Pecarich
4. Michiya Suzuki
5. Michael Kristy
6. Lacy Schumann
7. Stuart Weitzman
8. Jake Houston

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