This episode of The Imprint podcast is the third of a three part mini series within the overall series. I ask three women questions about their thoughts on Breaking being part of the Olympics. My third guest, I sat down with aspiring Olympic hopeful Melody McAvoy. This episode we gain insight to this youngest member of Team GB who is currently training towards that goal for the 2028 games. Along with medical and psychical well-being throughout there dancing career and how her community really helped shape the women she is today. This is the final episode of the Olympics mini series. Stay tuned for our last episode of the season we're we take a different insight on how the sneaker industry operates. Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Melody McAvoy Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. ⁠#theimprint⁠ ⁠#theimprintcollective⁠ ⁠#sneakerhead⁠⁠ #femalefocusfriday⁠ ⁠#sneakers⁠ ⁠#kicks⁠ ⁠#trainers⁠ ⁠#femalelead⁠⁠#sneakercollective⁠ ⁠#diversefemalesneakercollective⁠⁠ #sneakerhistory⁠ ⁠#sneakerculture⁠ ⁠#sneakercollector⁠⁠ #designinnovation⁠ #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #breaking #brakedancing #dancer #teacher #danceteacher #nike #dancetour #nike

This episode of The Imprint podcast is the second of a three part series within the overall series.  I ask three women questions about their thoughts on Breaking being part of the Olympics. My second guest, I sat down with aspiring Olympic hopeful BGirl Ambush.  This episode we gain insight to this young olympic hopeful who is currently training towards that goal.  Along with medical and psychical well-being throughout there dancing career and how her community really helped shape the women she is today. Be sure to come back for the next episode where I speak with guest number three who is currently training for Breaking for 2024 Olympics. Host: Shernay La Touche  Guest: BGirl Ambush Music: Häzel  Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation.  ⁠#theimprint⁠ ⁠#theimprintcollective⁠ ⁠#sneakerhead⁠⁠ #femalefocusfriday⁠ ⁠#sneakers⁠ ⁠#kicks⁠ ⁠#trainers⁠ ⁠#femalelead⁠⁠#sneakercollective⁠ ⁠#diversefemalesneakercollective⁠⁠ #sneakerhistory⁠ ⁠#sneakerculture⁠ ⁠#sneakercollector⁠⁠  #designinnovation⁠ #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #breaking #brakedancing #dancer #teacher #danceteacher #nike #dancetour #eatingdisoder #nike

This episode of The Imprint podcast is the first of a three part series within the overall series.  I ask three women questions about their thoughts on Breaking being part of the Olympics. My first guest, I sat down with aspiring Olympic hopeful Shani Radia.  Here we gain an insight to a young olympic hopeful who is currently training towards that goal.  What community really means to her within the dance eco-system and keeping the family tradition of dance alive along with her studies and teaching the younger generation to come.  Be sure to come back for the next episode where I speak with guest number two who is training for the next round of Breaking for 2028 Olympics. Host: Shernay La Touche  Guest: Shani Radia  Music: Häzel  Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation.  ⁠#theimprint⁠ ⁠#theimprintcollective⁠ ⁠#sneakerhead⁠⁠ #femalefocusfriday⁠ ⁠#sneakers⁠ ⁠#kicks⁠ ⁠#trainers⁠ ⁠#femalelead⁠⁠#sneakercollective⁠ ⁠#diversefemalesneakercollective⁠⁠ #sneakerhistory⁠ ⁠#sneakerculture⁠ ⁠#sneakercollector⁠⁠  #designinnovation⁠ #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #breaking #brakedancing #dancer #teacher #danceteacher #nikeblazers

On this episode of The Imprint Podcast I sat down with Kristina G-H, The newly appointed Design Director at Lululemon. We discuss Kristina's 11 year period with Nike and creating and reimagining some of our favourite sneakers (if you're watching this then you get to see first hand some of her work. How sport played a major part in her life to fuel her passion for sneakers for the future. Within our conversation we also discuss how important it is to have a community space for women that guide, nourish and support one another along with paving the way for up coming designers to come. Now with Lululemon entering the footwear realm and having recently released their first sneaker with more to come, I can't wait to see what is to come next of Kristina and her team at Lululemon. Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Kristina G-H Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead #femalefocusfriday #sneakers #kicks #trainers #femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #sneakerhistory #sneakerculture #sneakercollector #designinnovation#covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience

I'm back with Season 4 of The Imprint podcast I speak with Marrizles, Collector living with Disability and Chronic illness. Q1 has been an interesting time to say the least.  With brands/retailer ABLEISM at it highest for those who are exposed to it on daily basis and no consideration to the disabled community who try to be part of the sneaker eco-system. We sat down and discussed the challenges we face around the lack of "Inclusivity" within the sneaker community and made to feel left out of the sneaker eco-system completely with the lack of accessibility or information provided to attending these events. There are many restrictions in place as well as a lack of access for any of us with any kind of disability.  “If” and “When” the change will come when society and brands includes disabled people and stop being ABLEIST this will bring a next level of “INCLUSIVITY”, that’s when I/we might venture out again…Brands and Retailers need to do better!  I Will Bother You Time And Time Again Until You Get It Right! BE THE REASON SOMEONE FEELS WELCOMED, SEEN, HEARD & VALUED!!!  Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Marrizles Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead #theimprintpodcast #kicks #femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #sneakers #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #ableism #ableist #disabilitydiscrimination #chronicillness #chronicillnessawareness #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness#disabled #invisibleillness#disabilityawareness #invisibleillnessawareness #disability#chronicallyill#nike #airmaxday #adidasoriginals #moncler

This episode of The Imprint Podcast we bring season 3 to a close where I speak with Jackie Munroe, Colour & Materials Designer at Asics Collaborations Designer.  We discuss how Jackie started her footwear journey and along with being a co-founder of no fake flowers. While at Asics, Jackie has worked on some of the most after sort collaborations to date from Bodaga and more... And never forgetting the subject matter of mental health and finding a balance.  As always it's my esteem pleasure to have these important conversations with these groundbreaking women from all backgrounds within the sneaker industry. Check back in 2023 when I kick of season 4, lots in store, I can promise you that.  Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Jackie Munroe Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead#theimprintpodcast #kicks #femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #designer #sneakers #footwear #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakercareer #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #JackieMunroe #mentalhealth #colourandmaterialsdesignercollaberations  #colourandmaterialsdesigner #collaberations

This episode of The Imprint Podcast I speak with Michelle Riley Apparel Designer. We discuss how Michelle's journey started out as an appeal designer and being part of the team that created the team outfits for the 2020 Olympics and more. Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Michelle Riley Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead#theimprintpodcast #kicks #femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #designer #sneakers #footwear #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakercareer #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #MichelleRiley #Olympic2020 #apperaldesigner #apperaldesign

This episode of The Imprint Podcast I speak with Brittney Perry, Founder Of PerryCo Shoes We discuss how Brittney's journey into footwear is very different to what some of my previous guests who started their footwear journey. With no footwear design credentials, PerryCo shoes was born out of love and to represent the everyday female in sneakers. Having won an award and had a few celebs wear her creations we do look forward to see what is next from Brittney and PerryCo Shoes. Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Brittney Perry Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead#theimprintpodcast #kicks#femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #designer #sneakers #footwear #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakercareer #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #BrittneyPerry #perrycoshoes

This episode of The Imprint podcast, I sit down with Tega Akinola. We discuss how Tega started her journey into footwear design took place and how a hobby/passion became what it is today. Along with not having any of her original piece to what’s next in-store for this budding designer. Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Tega Akinola Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead#theimprintpodcast #kicks #femalelead #sneakercollective#diversefemalesneakercollective #designer #sneakers#footwear #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakercareer#sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience#TegaAkinola

This episode of The Imprint Podcast I sat down and talk with Kimminski Adams, Artist who now works at S.E.E.D in NYC. We talk through her influences being raised in the South and her art form along with never-ending self learning and providing and support her community.  Kimmiski, has not only created not one but two Nike By You in the last decade which is rare, especially being a woman also. You'll gain insight on how those opportunities came about along with pulling off her first solo art show inline with her first release.  Not to forget she has also worked on community based projects with Reebok and Jumpman23 - Is there anything this woman can't do?! I believe not!  Host: Shernay La Touche Guest: Kimminski Adams Music: Häzel Disclaimer: All views and opinions are that of the Imprint Collective and DO NOT reflect the views of any brands in affiliation. #theimprint #theimprintcollective #sneakerhead #theimprintpodcast #kicks #femalelead #sneakercollective #diversefemalesneakercollective #designer #sneakers #footwear #covid19 #theimprintconversation #sneakercareer #sneakerhistory #imprintexclusive #creative #lifeexperience #educator #Founder #storyteller #legacy #hertiage #nikebyyou #KimminskiAdams