Actual Fan of Sneakers

This is a sneaker podcast featuring Anthony Levine, longtime collector and former Sneaker Youtuber. I love sneakers from all brands and created this podcast to share my pickups, thoughts on upcoming releases and sneaker related news, and what pairs I plan on getting. When I have sneaker lifestyle tips I will feature those as well. Current schedule: Weekly on Tuesday Mornings

Is Sneakers All Just A Marketing Ploy And Making A Hobby Feel Like Work 03/04/2025

Is Sneakers All Just A Marketing Ploy And Making A Hobby Feel Like Work In this episode I talk about my recent Aluminum Dunk SB pickup and get into the topic of the nature of sneaker sales with respect to hyping up products. Also, I'm sick so it will be a bit of a short episode. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/35461610

When It Comes To Sneakers, Fun Money 02/25/2025

When It Comes To Sneakers, Fun Money In this episode I get into why going to a sneaker event might be a better look than just paying resale for the shoe. Depends on what your goal is! I also give quick reviews on the University Blue and Supersonics SB Dunks! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/35353680

GR Nike SBs Are Special 02/18/2025

GR Nike SBs Are Special In this episode I get into my latest SB pickups like the City of Cinema, Trocadero Gardens and Escargots. Then a short tangent on why Nike SB GR's are special before getting into some of the upcoming kicks to release! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/35270630

Burnt Sunrise Surprise! 02/11/2025

Burnt Sunrise Surprise! In this episode I go over the Burnt Sunrise SB Dunk Low and my other SB Dunk pickups, plus what I'm selling to cover those. Also I talk about publicly announcing things on social media, why do it and why people shouldn't make a big deal over someone needing to clear the air. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/35175215

Nike SB Dunk Low Pro B Parachute Beige 02/04/2025

Nike SB Dunk Low Pro B Parachute Beige In this episode I talk about the recent release of the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro B Parachute Beige. Then I get into what SB's I'm suddenly feeling and some upcoming (and currently available) pairs. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/35082205

Blacktoes out, Breds in? 01/28/2025

Blacktoes out, Breds in? In this episode we get into the lack of hype for the Blacktoe 1 and like, way more hype for the Bred 1 because "limited" Also talk a bit about the show "Lost". Bet you didn't see that coming! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34971705

Solution For Moldy Sneakers 01/21/2025

Solution For Moldy Sneakers In this episode I talk about conditions leading to moldy kicks and what to do if they are moldy but cleanable. I also get into some pairs I've been feeling on sale on the Nike site and some upcoming Jordans, SB's and Air Maxes. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34881070

Why I Don't Buy From StockX, Goat, eBay etc Anymore 01/14/2025

Why I Don't Buy From StockX, Goat, eBay etc Anymore In this episode I get into a social media post I made about the resell sites and why I don't use them anymore... But to each their own, of course. Also, I briefly touch on the recent Kanye/Adidas stuff and a bit on some new Transformers and some of the video games I've been playing recently! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34786825

Are Reps Still A Thing? 01/07/2025

Are Reps Still A Thing? In this episode I get into the rep "community" and talk a bit about how I don't really see it as much these days... it's a definite ramble on this one! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34696555

Being Gifted or Seeded Kicks 12/31/2024

Being Gifted or Seeded Kicks In this episode I talk about being seeded with shoes and other sponsorship offers I've gotten in the past. I also give my thoughts on a few new upcoming Air Maxes and my ideas on spending in the New Year. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34622850

Happy Holidays To All, Now Buy My CD 12/24/2024

Happy Holidays To All, Now Buy My CD In this episode I talk about a few new releases coming up in 2025 along with some hater-ish takes on a few items I saw on the sneaker news sites. Also have made our latest CD available to buy online, details in the episode... Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34531060

Rocking the New Beaters Plus Some Cool Jordans Releasing in 2025 12/17/2024

Rocking the New Beaters Plus Some Cool Jordans Releasing in 2025 In this episode I detail swapping out my beaters for new beaters including the Purlicue x Vans Old Skool Year of the Pig and Size? x Adidas Yung 1s. Then I get into some nice upcoming pairs as well as discussing getting excited about music again! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34413100

Tis The Season To... Sigh... Buy Stuff For OTHERS 12/10/2024

Tis The Season To... Sigh... Buy Stuff For OTHERS In this episode, I go over my plans to swap out some of the stuff I currently have on sale with other stuff, and my plans to not buy myself much this winter to instead buy for others. Unless certain AJ1 lows go on sale! I also briefly go into the last issue of Mashle and the series as a whole. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34301370

Save Your Money 12/03/2024

Save Your Money In this episode I talk about a lot of upcoming kicks but also talk about saving your money and using it for what it's supposed to be used for this holiday season. I also give a recommend on another sneaker podcast I've been listening to recently. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34193625

PlayStation 1 and Smoke Grey SBs 11/26/2024

PlayStation 1 and Smoke Grey SBs In this episode I talk about getting some old PS1 games out for fun, and also my thoughts on the next SB Dunk Lows in Smoke Grey dropping 12/3. I also get into the Retroid Pocket and the Voice with Snoop Dogg and Michael Buble. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/34078551

Wu-Tang Dunks and Sneaker Memories With My Father 11/19/2024

Wu-Tang Dunks and Sneaker Memories With My Father In this episode I talk about the Wu-Tang Dunks, and memorialize my father just a bit. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33929207

Will Tariffs Make Your Shoes More Expensive? 11/12/2024

Will Tariffs Make Your Shoes More Expensive? In this episode I get into whether theoretically impending tariffs will balloon sneaker costs. Also dip a bit into some Final Fantasy 7 replay action, and my thoughts on One Punch Man Vol 29 and Judge Dredd comics. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33830372

Meshy Shoes Stay In Style... For Now 11/05/2024

Meshy Shoes Stay In Style... For Now In this episode I age myself horribly by going over the current trend of meshy kicks being in style vs the way I see them - as insta-beaters. Then I get into retro Pokémon games for a bit before discussing why hardware music equipment gives me the sound I want vs digital means. Even though I do both. Hypocrite or just old man vibes... you be the judge! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33704432

Please Don't Hype Up The Wu-Tang Dunks (Until I Can Get A Pair) 10/29/2024

Please Don't Hype Up The Wu-Tang Dunks (Until I Can Get A Pair) I'm hoping I can get my hands on the Wu-Tangs... But if not, no biggie! Also I get into a bunch of upcoming Dunks, how to tell the Next Nature Dunks from other pairs, and playing old PSX games. Finally I speak on the state of my Hot Wheels, Lego and Transformers collections and a quick bit of thoughts on the new Sonnyjim x Giallo Point release. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33598307

Binging on Sneaker Sales 10/22/2024

Binging on Sneaker Sales In this episode I get into how I can binge just as hard on selling kicks as I can on spending money on hobbies, once I lock in and get in the zone. I also get into retro games, the Mentalist, and a few life events like how I'm putting up numbers at work and recently saw a friend I haven't seen in almost a decade! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33499597

Nike SB Dunk Low Carbon Review 10/15/2024

Nike SB Dunk Low Carbon Review In this episode I talk about my latest pickup, the Nike SB Dunk Low Carbon. Then I talk a bit about some upcoming pairs including my feelings towards velvet on shoes and some cool Air Max and Dunk releases. Finally I get into handheld gaming devices and other electronics I'm thinking of upgrading to. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33404977

Restored Midsole On The Nike SB Dunk Low Flash 10/08/2024

Restored Midsole On The Nike SB Dunk Low Flash In this episode we get into how I restored the midsole of the Orange Box SB Dunk classic "Flash" colorway. I talk about a lot of upcoming Dunks and then give some comments on the Agatha, Penguin and Rings of Power TV shows. Plus you can hear a new background beat made on my new phone! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33314412

The Sneaker Sales Continue... But Those Light Carbon SBs Are Growing On Me 10/01/2024

The Sneaker Sales Continue... But Those Light Carbon SBs Are Growing On Me In this episode I talk about how my sales are going, even though I have to keep my kicks super cheap in order to move them quickly. Even though I'm feeling good about all the sales, I'm still thinking about grabbing those Light Carbon SB Dunks and adding to the collection once more. I also get into the "Batman" Air Max 1s, Tekken 8 Foamposites, NIGO collabs on the Air Force 3, Lufia on SNES, and my new phone! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33218597

Lots of SBs Previewed 09/24/2024

Lots of SBs Previewed In this episode I talk about 3 pairs of upcoming SB Dunks along with some Air Max releases. Then I get into the Castlevania Dominus Collection, Mickey Diamond, production techniques and more! Did you know I wanted to go into hip hop reviewing before I started reviewing kicks? Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33123172

Silver Surfer Dunk Low 09/17/2024

Silver Surfer Dunk Low In this episode I review the Silver Surfer Dunk Low, my last anticipated pickup of the year as of now! Then I get into selling off some pairs and what pairs are getting chopped, and my feelings as bits of my collection go. Plus, cancelled Jordans, ugly New Balances with dope colorways, Castlevania collections, Lego Technic and more! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/33021922

Finally Selling A Few Pairs 09/10/2024

Finally Selling A Few Pairs Finally put some pairs for sale, and how it can impact my living space / aesthetic. Also I discuss some Ultraman-like Dunks I saw pop up on Nike's site, as well as some upcoming NB 993s, Jordan 1 Low 85s and AM90 Halloweens. And I'm back writing raps again! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/32909652

Did They Mess Up The Silver Surfers? 09/03/2024

Did They Mess Up The Silver Surfers? In this episode I talk about the Silver Surfer Dunks AGAIN and how I'm a bit disappointed at the photos on SNKRS. Say it ain't so! Still probably copping though. Also I mention Seal Team, Lego Technic, Super Mario World, Castle In The Darkness, Reimagine Metallic 5s and Cough Drop Foamposites! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/32794362

What Eyelet I Lace Kicks To 08/27/2024

What Eyelet I Lace Kicks To In this episode I reveal my thoughts on the all important topic "how high to lace your kicks". I also talk about some upcoming New Balance, Metroidvanias, Google's latest core algo update and it's effects on my website and Google Data Studio. Finally, I talk some more about Bone Thugs and the "clean" sound that damaged a lot of otherwise good records in the late 90s and 2000s. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/32692117

Salon Care 40 to Whiten Midsoles 08/20/2024

Salon Care 40 to Whiten Midsoles In this episode I talk about how to use Salon Care 40 to whiten midsoles. Use caution and don't do some of the stupid stuff I do... I am not responsible for you messing your kicks or skin up! But warnings aside, it totally has worked to de-yellow some white midsoles on some of my older pairs. I also talk about playing old school games, my love for Super Mario Bros 3, detailing my older car, and Lego Speed Champions! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/32587522

Questions I Ask Myself: To Sell Half My Collection Or Not? 08/13/2024

Questions I Ask Myself: To Sell Half My Collection Or Not? In this episode I go over my thoughts about selling pairs and how often I actually wear any of my kicks vs how I used to wear them all back in the day. I also discuss old school knock back in video games, The Mentalist, The Wire, Bone Thugs N Harmony and Batman cartoons. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kyle M, Kingsley G, Tristan S, Brian D, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: /episode/index/show/actualfanofsneakers/id/32497662

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