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Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture

Harlan Friedman

Booking Overview

This interview-led show focuses on sneakers, streetwear, fashion, sports, art, music, and contemporary culture, featuring external guests such as sneaker executives, designers, artists, athletes, filmmakers, and cultural figures. PR agencies could credibly pitch notable creators, sports and fashion professionals, brand leaders, and subject-matter experts with a strong launch, collaboration, or cultural story; booking difficulty is high because recent guests include prominent industry figures and public personalities.

Metrics

Episodes: 367

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.7k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hrf227@gmail.com

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Host

Harlan Friedman - Harlan Friedman is a host and executive producer covering sneakers, fashion, art, music, sports, and popular culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Recognized sneaker and fashion designers, senior brand or footwear executives, established artists, professional athletes, sports pioneers, filmmakers, musicians, and other notable cultural figures with a credible connection to sneakers, sports, fashion, art, or music.
Required Achievements:  
Major brand collaborations, Professional sports careers, Influential artwork or design collections, Documentary or film releases, Contributions to sports or popular culture

Recent Guest Discussions

Donald Kelsey - The Air Jordan 41, Footwear Innovation, Athlete Feedback, And The Process Of Presenting A New Signature Shoe To Michael Jordan.

Leo Chang - The Air Jordan 41, Performance Footwear Design, Athlete Feedback, And Michael Jordan’s Influence On Signature Basketball Shoes.

Leonard Hilton McGurr - His New York Knicks Apparel Collaboration, Creative Inspiration, And Artwork Applied To A New York City Work Train.

Jeff Hamilton - His New York Knicks Championship Jacket, Jordan Legacy, Sports Fashion, And An Upcoming Sneaker Project.

Sean Ono Lennon - His Directorial Debut, Its Decade-long Development, The Influence Of Yoko Ono, And The Tribeca Documentary Threeasfour: Full Circle.

Recent Topics

Sneakers, Streetwear, Fashion, Sports, Art

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture
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Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Anthony Ippolito

October 07, 2026

I Play Rocky: Anthony Ippolito on His Stallone Call + Full Trailer | Sole FreeWhat happens when you’re cast as Sylvester Stallone—and Sly himself gets on the phone?Sole Free’s Harlan Friedman hits the red carpet on opening night of the 2026 Hamptons International Film Festival for the East Coast premiere of I Play Rocky, starring Long Island’s own Anthony Ippolito.Anthony shares how his conversation with Stallone helped him prepare for the role, what went into his transformation, and the boxi...

Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Stan Smith

September 30, 2026

Stan Smith Reveals the Story Behind the adidas Sneaker That Changed EverythingHow did a tennis shoe become one of the most recognizable sneakers in the world?During US Open week at the Thompson Central Park Hotel, Harlan Friedman sits down with tennis legend Stan Smith for a Sole Free conversation about the adidas shoe that bears his name. Stan shares how his face ended up on the tongue, what it was like to play in the original leather design, and why the shoe’s simple look has lasted for mor...

Sole Free with Harlan Friedman - Jason Mayden

September 23, 2026

Jason Mayden on the Air Jordan 41, Michael Jordan & Designing for LA28 | Sole FreeFrom sketching sneakers as a kid on Chicago’s South Side to helping shape the future of Jordan Brand, Jason Mayden’s journey is built on creativity, perseverance and purpose.In this exclusive interview from Jordan Brand headquarters, Sole Free host Harlan Friedman sits down with Jason Mayden—Jordan Brand’s VP of Visioneering and Creative Lead for LA28—to discuss the new Air Jordan 41, Michael Jordan’s continued ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture
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How do I get in touch with Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture?

Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture is hosted by Harlan Friedman. Its publicly listed email is hrf227@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture?

The publicly listed email for Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture: hrf227@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture have?

Podseeker estimates Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture?

Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Recognized sneaker and fashion designers, senior brand or footwear executives, established artists, professional athletes, sports pioneers, filmmakers, musicians, and other notable cultural figures with a credible connection to sneakers, sports, fashion, art, or music. Common among recent guests: Major brand collaborations; Professional sports careers; Influential artwork or design collections. Recent guests include Donald Kelsey, Leo Chang, and Leonard Hilton McGurr.

How hard is it to get booked on Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture cover?

Recent episodes cover Sneakers, Streetwear, Fashion, Sports, and Art. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

hrf227@gmail.com

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