Black Thought Has Quietly Been a Huge Sneakerhead for Decades | Full Size Run

Full Size Run is Sole Collector's weekly sneaker talk and debate show featuring co-hosts Brendan Dunne, Matt Welty, and Trinidad James. This week the crew is joined by The Roots frontman Black Thought for the season premiere of the show’s final season. He talks about how he’s quietly been a huge sneakerhead, Travie McCoy putting him onto Rick Owens Dunks, and buying all of the Supreme x Nike SB Dunks in 2003. Black Thought steps into a new light with his autobiography “The Upcycled Self” out November 14, 2023.
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Who had this week's worst take?

[@superben790]

Welty

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Anyone saying it was the final season

[@JuanSkees]

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Complex for ending the show after this season

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Looks like Trinidad is checked out tbh

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Facts

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It’s really over??

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bro, i literally paused and was genuinely hurt that this is the last season. job well done guys!

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If it’s the guys just wanting to do other things, then I totally get it and I support it 100%. If this is just cost cutting by Complex or whoever, I’m beyond disappointed. Hopefully we get some answers about it at some point.

[@brendandunnecomplex]

Definitely just us wanting to do different things-we wouldn't be on here lying to you about that. Trinidad is ready to grow and move on, Welty and I have another weekly sneaker talk show. We put out a ton of content aside from FSR so just ending this one where it makes sense and spending our time on other stuff. All love and appreciate the support.

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​@brendandunne1981 you got our support bro. Grow and stay blessed

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@@brendandunnecomplex been a really fun ride. I appreciate you guys and I appreciate you responding.

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Heck of a run, been watching since 2018 when Trinidad James was brought on. Crazy how quick time flies and it’s all coming to an end. Never thought I’d see Brendan get gray hair during this era lol.

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Why is this the last season? This show is the reason I have the KZbin app.

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DO NOT DISCONTINUE THIS SHOW THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN TO THE INTERNET

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[@jonathanschmidt1845]

really sad to hear that the show is ending- love you guys

[@khoisantsu5907]

So Ive been waiting for this episode for a month and 18 seconds in you jus announced that its the "Final Size Run"'!!!! Even the New Outkast had to break up, Now everyday Ill wake Up watching Full Size Rerun!

[@IzzyTrillz]

‼️‼️‼️sole collector here I come

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please don't end the show

[@TheCNSR]

Word to Beanie Sigel, I could feel it in the air 😅 I don't know what's going on in the world of Complex, but in the world of crep things are deflating quickly. This show's been legendary though, thank you for your service 🫡

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FSR and complex sneaker podcast/show are my personal favorite sneaker blogs on KZbin hands down FSR will be missed dearly by the FSR ARMY😢

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I am going to miss Dunne, Welty, Dad & Jeon. Peace out men, FSRMY SALUTE

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[@IzzyTrillz]

😔happy birthday mane

[@T0nyTerr0r]

I'm. Sorry I keep commenting, but this show is literally one of the only things that brings me joy every week, you guys have gained so much momentum over the years, the 3 of you are the best hosts, sneakers will always be a thing and this show could have in theory gone on forever. Now I don't know the politics of Complex, it's none of my business, but between FSR, the sneaker show and sneaker shopping with JLP, those three shows could have sustained the company forever. One of my goals was to be famous enough to one day come on the show, I honestly love seeing you 3 every week. I feel like someone close to me died. There are tons of fans around the world who are grieving today. Honestly this is the best sneaker show that has ever existed. Complex, please don't end this show.

[@deltronfloyd6241]

Fax... it's over tho bro.

[@JnCrls713]

LAST SEASON!??? WHAT??? this show cannot end without a wale episode !

[@DariusP33]

Welty looks sick that the show is ending. Please don’t end FSR….we NEED this show

[@therealmikebrown]

Spitting Black Thoughts rhymes back to him has to be a dream come true.

[@Luzuko_Tato]

K-Swiss was an awesome sneaker (slept on), Reebok classic, and AF1 had competition.

[@TheSneakerBench]

Very sad to see the show is ending. I've been watching for such a long time and this show has really helped me learn and enjoy the sneaker world. I hope that this decision is to allow everyone to focus on other projects and not due to cost cutting. This is a really great show and it will always be fun to go back and watch old episodes. Really hoping for a Wale finale because I feel like there have been hints for such a long time. Watching Full Size Run has been one of my most consistently enjoyable viewing experiences and I really appreciate everyone's hard work over the years.

[@joeytaylor7568]

YALL GOT MY ALL TIME FAVORITE ON THE PROGRAM!!!!! God bless the Run 🙏🏾

[@Boochy_AK8095]

Welty make it a Ralph Lauren season 🌈 POLO POLO POLO

[@gcantstop]

Fred Perry and Spezial

[@FlyLikeAnIbon]

This is my favorite show 😭

[@mrfresssssh]

Best sneaker informative thing out there. My favorite podcast! Always wish yall the best

[@chglove8173]

I look forward to this show every week. Hate this is the last season.

[@rchrdp305]

I cannot believe this is the last season. It’s like I’m losing a family member, a close friend, someone special.

[@HERBALSDUDE]

The show that gives us sneaker heads life the show that unites us for what makes us entirely happy a place where we can celebrate sneaker culture has come to an end you guys have listened & made many of my request for some of my favorites to be on here you guys have created a beautiful Thursday evening show thank you guys even the people behind the scenes that made this happen it’s been a beautiful ride hurts I will be sad but just know that I will rewatch all the episodes for years to come love you guys so much I appreciate every thing you guys have done for us the fans such amazing people now let’s enjoy the rest of the season p.s because of Welty’s influence I have fallen in love with NB 😎

[@natnaelkitaw679]

Nooooo it cant be the last show, this is the only show like it. cant be replaced

[@sheed8701]

Helluva run fellas. Looking forward to enjoying this final ride

[@otrwarrior]

Trini's entire fit is FIRE 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@justinbrown6807]

Facts nd I got the plug on those kicks he got too

[@aramos888]

Maybe the move to Complex wasn’t the best gamble i cant wait to see where this necessary show lands. Good luck fellas!!!!!!!!

[@thinkingthoughtsart]

LAST SEASON?! Awe man I am sad. These guys got me more into sneakers. Much love on y’all’s next journey! 💜 -B.

[@joelthomas4255]

Petition to get the the cast to pull out some grails for the finale

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Last Episode....EverLASTing run!!!! Day one Allum. Been tapped in since b4 Trinny came on! My daughter is 6 and knows da song. . .😢 This show has helped me through some of the toughest times in my recent lifespan!!! Lifetime subscriptions for the wife and I Fsrarmy 4 Life!!!

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Check my stats!!! They even said my comment at the end of that Sabrina episode a few weeks ago..I forget...so emotional, but yeah!!! This was history and I'm glad my family and I was a part of it!!!! FSRARMY 4 LIFE!!!!

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Noooo not the end of full size run 😭😭😭 we need this show

[@mikem4314]

sad to see this show go, but what a great run! thanks guys, for helping me develop my taste in sneakers and dig deeper in to what personal style can ultimately be for someone

[@miguelmariano7514]

thank you fsr for giving us great stories loved it when a guest talked about all the 90s era, either i had, i begged, i worked, i could relate, from pro keds to K-Swiss, adidas to nike, i would always look at my peers sneakers and be like dannmmm

[@mistahmoe]

Welty asking about Dilla is exactly what I would do as well. Great episode, will miss you guys!

[@robertolopez6380]

Going to sleep late cause I had to watch this episode, might not make it to work tomorrow early morning but worthy episode 😂

[@Crs313]

Man the last season has me very sad guys...come on. I look forward to this show every episode. Please keep it going. With that said having Tariq on there was huge. I know he promoting a book but that dude is the definition of fly. My fav mc & a cool dude. I don't even care dad was late lol

[@TopShotta10904]

Wish more sneaker companies would drop Roots’ Picnic basket collabs. What a wonderful world that would be

[@liamsire]

That means an original host reunion show? Kidding. That which will never be spoken of. Will be missed

[@jmasen07]

Sad to see the show end, but glad it existed and that I was able to enjoy it for this long. Hopefully the next evolution with the boys comes soon

[@TYSTYSTYS2000]

Well, you’ve ruined my weekend. I’m honestly sad to hear you’re ending the show… WHY?!? Thank you nonetheless from a loyal fan from 2019, seen every single episode, commented on everything and even having a featured comment on an ep. Thanks again team. Sad times.. but.. We love ya!

[@shoeengine1161]

yeah... shout out to welty for asking about dilla. respect.

[@jonjulofranklin3873]

Just like everyone I’m big hurt you guys leaving…you got me in the game. You guys are talented looking forward to the next chapter, in your respective projects.

[@SUNDAYHRS]

Great show! Would love to see it keep going

[@THEsoulquarian]

All good things must come to end. Really gonna miss this show. Thanks for showing one my comment in one of the episodes!

[@JayMuggah88]

Ain’t nobody notice Welty’s body language the moment Trinidad sat down.

[@bryantoates4021]

Man I’m bummed now!!! 😢 thanks for the good times fellas!!! It was a amazing ride. Hope you guys have a better show coming in the future.

[@Kevy_KevTF]

All the from from South Africa with tears, EVERY EPISODE IS FIRE.! Please don't Go! Ayy Haaa

[@Kr8zyVids]

Protesting this show going away!!! Needs to be kept or maybe update a bit but need this show in my life

[@ParkayCollecttibles]

Complex, What's next in plans for a New up Coming Show?

[@timned]

Maaaan this show is needed!! Come on now!

[@UptownSco]

Y’all back 🔥🔥🔥

[@asiatic1979]

Y’all are back!!!!

[@metronome4152]

This episode was a shining moment for Brendan. Boy was on fire with the references. I mean “every, everywhere(wear)”.

[@aisforannihilation1662]

New balance should b thanking u guys for helping boost the buys. The fact the show is fizzling is unfortunate. I don't even wear any of the stuff u talk about anynore but I enjoy the show & have been a sneaker fan since childhood.

[@sleaze9039]

I don’t wanna believe that the show is fina be over. Crazy

[@SwitchSonza]

As soon as I saw Black Thought I clicked on this as fast as I could just to find out this'll be the last szn. 💔💔💔

[@kincamell]

Peace to The 215. "Before out entire lives became computerized We were back spinnin' in shell toes and Puma Clydes"- Black Thought

[@ndigogh]

THIS BETTER NOT BE THE END MANE WE NEED THIS!!!!!!

[@greentacos9958]

CANT END THIS SHOW EVERYBODY LOVES THIS AND THE SHOW COULD GO ON FOR YEARS

[@shanghaisole2305]

Glad you stopped by Shanghai and we got to kick it. Now that the show's ending, time for dunne to make traveling his full time gig!

[@4dotshirley]

Y’all gotta go hard Forreal Welty I need awkward stares like u mean it when u ask if they resell sneakers, brendan dunne dig deep for the deep cuts, Trinidad u gotta dap up each guest 5x per episode I know y’all gonna close this right!

[@MrMattCow]

WE NEED TO START A PETITION FOR THE SHOW NOT TO END.

[@VooDeux66]

Wow, the beginning of the en of an era. Glad they finally mentioned 23XI racing, Michael Jordan, Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick have been making big moves in NASCAR. Also the 45 car has rocked multiple Jordan Brand schemes, including a J Balvin collab. Kurt Busch won in an Elephant print Toyota Camry. Full Size Run, thank you for carrying the torch of the culture, so many legendary shows!

[@LuisTrey]

Why is it the final season?! This is a goated show. Sad to hear that!

[@darkestsunray]

your show rocks keep it going!

[@pushajc1]

Last season!! Way to fk up my week!!!

[@otrwarrior]

The dude who painted them Adidas was probably the bol on South Street who had that custom shop back in the day

[@shauncarlin4333]

Absolutely devastated we're almost at the end 😥

[@isaiahtorres7579]

Im so sad the show is ending! Please have Wale and Dom Kennedy on this season!

[@averagejose7750]

All three of the guys got the worst take for announcing the final season. KZbin won’t be the same without this show.

[@mrip]

it took the final season for them to get rid of the island boys outro

[@andrii5555e7w]

Keep the show running. There should be a way to continue it. Come on Complex, you have got some resources. This is the ONLY show I am watching and waiting for new episodes.

[@Buddyrock68]

One of the best episodes Joseph was on Frankford Ave I use to walk by it everyday when walking to work at the pizza shop down the street call Leandro’s….. thanks for the memories guys

[@tylerhilgers8196]

No way you’re cancelling this show. This show got me into sneaker culture and what keeps me engaged😢

[@eyezkl0zed]

Joseph's sneaker store is on Frankford Ave, right down the street fron Margaret & Orthadox in Philly. I live right down the street from there. They used to be my sneaker connect for years. Back in 2011-12 I started buying out their entire size 8-8.5 vintage gems. Orange Blaze 8's, Carolina 9's, Bulls vs Celtics 1's pack, Penny 1 Knicks, etc

[@Will___Wheaton]

Complex you should end "Sneaker Shopping" and keep "FSR"...

[@joeyvazquez2886]

Noooo the end of FSR is crazy. My welty meter is going off the charts rn.

[@traptgenres9751]

This better not be the final season this the only show that’s on KZbin not talking about celebrity business

[@MiamiHeat305]

Last Season is crazy man 😢

[@tuxedomask5292]

I’ve been watching from jump but the boys have been getting even more successful so I understand

[@HERBALSDUDE]

Yall can’t do this to us 😢

[@SuperRigo90]

Gonna need one last Big Body Bes episode 🙏

[@nicenice7587]

This is fr so upsetting to me sole collector was one of the channels that made me fall in love with shoes, I’ve lost so many OG shoe channels now imma have to add this one to the list 😢