Reebok CEO Todd Krinsky on Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Shaq | The Complex Sneakers Podcast

[@Complex]

What's the best holiday-themed sneaker?

[@aldairperez441]

Knowing the Brendan Reebok deal, the only holiday I acknowledge from now on is Boktober

[@lolwhyyoumadthoo]

Grinch Kobe 6s

[@rayslobodjian5015]

Easter 180’s

[@retroriggs195]

There's this red green and black GR mids that's out right now that I think are dope AF

[@shadetree10000]

Matthew Welty custom Stan Smith adidas 🏆💰🔥

[@Phamousillday]

I feel like the Stan Smith Episode and this one with Todd Krinsky are a tipping point. It is a sign of big things to come, it seems like a big chess move to which Nike must respond. It is like well, Adidas sent an icon of their brand, Reebok sent their CEO, what will Nike do? Tune in to find out. Honestly this podcast is building tremendous momentum and all three of the Co-Hosts are at the top of their game if you like sneakers this is a can't miss episode! P.S Welty knows what he is doing in terms of how sneakers play a part in informing and creating culture!! He is just giving out information he should charge for!

[@farhantalukder]

fr the stan episode caught me off guard but with this one too it feels like stock going wayy up

[@aquaviii]

Nike not sending anybody😂

[@kay-dc8495]

Todd is a class man, I've got lots of time and respect for him

[@kidcudi908]

Wow what an amazing episode, love hearing the behind the scenes of the sneaker game, and that Lebron story is crazy

[@johnpatrickrooney]

Wow, what an incredible episode. Todd's openness and candor with the squad was top notch, especially when it came to handling their rapid-fire and deeply researched questions. It was like a masterclass in PR that felt honest. At this point it's clear why Todd was absolutely the right choice to name as CEO. I've never been much into reebok, but this interview I've gotta say has won me over. I can't wait to see what's next for the brand ... especially that Dunne capsule collection.

[@BitterSeth]

One of the best episodes yet. That being said, Brendan gets Worst Take (I know, different show) for not having an elevator pitch down for his own sneaker! Gotta make that happen Reebok! 😂😂😂

[@rudigrudi4898]

he choked out

[@abboudab6794]

@@rudigrudi4898how?

[@HoonAgain]

Todd has to be the coolest and classiest CEO. Awesome guest. Hard to top. 👏

[@jarredhewitt2361]

As a guy who has dreamed of having a shoe since middle school, I know just how much it would mean to Brendan to have a shoe by his favorite company. So I hope Reebok puts out a shoe for Brendan. "The Stache" by Reebok.

[@nl5h]

a fuzzy brown pair of club Cs!

[@HoonAgain]

They should collab with Complex and put Brendan’s name and creativity on it

[@Frankthecollextor]

First Stan smith, now the new reebok CEO this is some 🔥🔥🔥 comtent

[@spearstrike211]

I know very little about Reebok, only ever owned one pair and that was when I was a child in the 90’s. That being said, this was easily my favorite episode to date. All 4 of you had great chemistry and the interview didn’t feel like a “Okay, let’s move onto this next” type deal. Great conversational flow between you all, genuinely felt like the convo could have gone another 2-3hours without forcing it. Great stuff!

[@mauricioreal7384]

This man came from the golden era of everything pretty much the 90s… Reebok is in better hands now

[@games-nd6dc]

I feel like the Stan Smith Episode and this one with Todd Krinsky are a tipping point. It is a sign of big things to come, it seems like a big chess move to which Nike must respond. It is like well, Adidas sent an icon of their brand, Reebok sent their CE0, what will Nike do? Tune in to find out. Honestly this podcast is building tremendous momentum and all three of the Co-Hosts are at the top of their game if you like sneakers this is a can't miss episode! P.S Welty knows what he is doing in terms of how sneakers play a part in informing and creating culture!! He is just giving out information he should charge for!

[@brandonmackey-darden3069]

I'm all-in for AI and Shaq when it comes to Reeboks, what else is Reebok doing? Who are they collabing with? Who's wearing the Reebok in sports and entertainment? Nike guy bur I got a few of the legendary ones, Shaqs, AI Answers and Questions, the Jay-Z. What's the now?

[@premiumdre5228]

This was a super dope episode, Todd has seen decades of sneaker moments

[@мариямжабоева-х2о]

a great video, I like to listen to the behind-the-scenes of the sneaker game, and this story is informative

[@ryanrecuenco794]

Man, major props on a great episode. Solid content

[@oli1658]

I have a lot more respect for Reebok than before. I definitely will be getting a nice pair of club c's soon. What a down to earth brand.

[@MrDarkstar0109]

You guys did it again. Another great guest. I enjoyed that you guys kept it real. And Todd didnt really hold back. You dont see that, if ever, from major brand CEOs.

[@theicemankk]

Absolutely loved it. Great job guys.

[@jons_collectibles_13]

I picked up 2 pairs of AI’s recently and love the quality. Retro is where it’s at right now for the 30-40 year old range 🎉

[@Bylug706]

Before watching I wish a G Unit retro can be release

[@DomPeezyTVZ]

This was a dope conversation, lot of gems and jewels!!

[@jeremyshaw488]

Great episode! Need more of this kind of brand/industry insight.

[@Fadakar]

Loved the enthusiasm, appreciated the candid responses, dude is a legend!

[@taverickroberson1965]

Loved this whole pod bro.. I can't wait to see what Todd has in store for reebok .. Im over nike bro, no bs.

[@КристинаТерещенко-о6я]

Todd has to be the coolest and classiest CEO. Awesome guest. Hard to top.

[@eldos8437]

Reebok is an iconic brand in rap music

[@kincamell]

Heavy Gratitude. Ps That G Unit sneaker reminded me of The Rod Laver.

[@DavidParraHenry]

Love Reebok, and I even took part in a dedicated costumer Zoom interview with a couple other Reebok die-hards with the company. I told them to dump all the extra content they were spending time and energy on to give to Top Tier Rewards costumers and to just focus on the shoes. I told them to just focus on the materials they were using and to make sure they were providing a solid shoe in general, and the others being interviewed with me agreed. I think they might have listened too because they got rid of all that athlete interview content they were creating that anyone can find everywhere else on KZbin from so many other sources, and now they are dishing out crazy amounts of there Old-School pairs under collabs with some having pretty unique materials on them. So happy Reebok is not under Adida's neglectful ownership anymore. Kids and some Jordan fanatics love talking smack about Reebok, yet they're usually the ones that can't stop gawking at my Tribal Pumps, Aztec OG's, Shaq Attaqs or Ventilator 2's when I'm stomping around the mall.

[@GreyzzzNYC]

Really good interview, but don't ask the guest about a bad moment of their career, with a smug smile on your face. Todd seems like a very cool CEO. Every open and didn't do much dodging of questions.

[@sssaturn]

working retail at nike rn and hearing their humble beginnings of working two jobs, both passion related is hitting home rn. aspire to be a designer or apart of the design process at a company or my own one day.

[@metronome4152]

If Dunne gets a Reebok shoe, I’m Copping.

[@КамшатМолдабекова-з1е]

One of the best episodes

[@allensmith9879]

Incredible., I've always loved Reebok, they have the designs & aesthetics they just need R&D to put together a midsole that can stand up to Cushlon / Boost / Bounce / Aflash Edge / Boom.(easier said than done) They've been making up for it by simply offering higher quality materials. The Leather on my Answer 4s & 5s is some of the best in my collection even using leather on the lining in alot of they're shoes which is extremely comfortable.

[@jaybird634]

The Soldier Ree's ! Cash money ! Glad y'all talked about it .

[@davidredjoy]

Best episode Ever! Reebok

[@mjmartinejohn]

Brendan Dunne wore Reebok for a million years, simping for that brand. - and it paid off - with a shoe. Dreams do come true.

[@jst8884]

Great show..super interesting content.

[@dial81]

One of the best episodes 🙌🏽

[@Marsredworld]

Always fun to watch. I love Brendan with the moustache and his vibe is always 💯 , can't wait to see what he cooks up with Reebok

[@dannywhitlock8309]

Wow , awesome podcast and it’s great to meet you Mr. Krinski also I had a pair of Emmitt Smith Reebok pumps I really loved those shoes because I had both ankles in cast growing up from playing football I always twisted my ankles either by stepping in a hole during practice or being involved in a tackle because my ligaments in my ankles kept stretching every time I twisted my ankles I had a total of 18 cast from the 4th grade through the 12th. When Reebok introduced the Emmitt Smith pumps I had to try them and they made my ankles feel so good I wore those Reebok pumps for 8 years before they finally started coming apart. I wish I still had a pair of Reebok pumps. Thanks for the awesome podcast, enjoy and have a great week. !!! Danny

[@RyanBalmesYT]

I have the S. Carter Basketball Mid. Still wearable. Great shoe.

[@LSV550]

Jay Z & 50 Cent did “I get money” Forbes remix with Diddy actually

[@sumonkay]

Reebok is definitely back in sports. They signed with Australian Basketball league and one brazilian soccer club as their official apparel and shoe provider. I wish the brand best of luck.

[@droc85ncm]

These well worth convo n much needed interview. Salute great job. A lot of questions answer.

[@НатальяСажнева-н4з]

Wow what amazing episode

[@raymondmetzger1899]

Great episode, awesome guest and stories. Would have loved to hear more about the collaboration with Pyer Moss. It’s maybe their biggest current collaboration not sure how that was missed.

[@michaelauciello3816]

Amazing episode!

[@nicholasverando2150]

Great interview guys learn so much from this guy. He's very smart and business mindset

[@beardfamous5614]

The best episode so far 🔥

[@geoffkeough9728]

awesome episode!!

[@burnaboyz5932]

I just came 2 listen about the 50 cent G-unit shoe what a time to be alive man straight classic right there

[@vincenttyler4667]

The black ⚫️ and tan pair were fire Welty

[@STRL7]

Great interview guys

[@The1SwagDad]

Slept on! Those are the two words I use all the time when explaining why I love Reebok. They are slept on! Being from the Southeast Classics have been a staple in my rotation for 20+ years, yes I'm old! They are also one of the OGs in CrossFit and helps to establish the footwear market in competitive fitness. They have had so many fire Collab's that fly under the radar which for me is great because I don't have to worry about some BS App that I won't ever hit on. It's nice to see a down to earth CEO like Todd Krinsky come on to the podcast and talk about his journey with the Reebok and the stories behind the brand. I'm glad that Reebok is out of the shadow of Adidas and is planning to go back into the archive to bring back some of the classic. Reeboks have always been a great shoe, at an affordable price point, that look great and last (good for a wide footer like myself)! I looking forward to that first B. Dunn Classic!

[@RellLife78]

45:10, 50 Cent

[@Postmortemmy]

Yoooo!!! Congrats Brendan Dunne!!!!

[@allensmith9879]

Ya Easter & Halloween colorways are dope those Easter 180s are incredible.

[@alexmathewmendoza]

This man seems really cool and down to earth!

[@realx1311]

REEBOK PUMPS ALWAYS MY BEST SNEAKERS💪🏻

[@shadetree10000]

I had some NFL Reebok jerseys classic 🏆💰🔥

[@Iamdasouth]

Love the Reeboks a staple of Southern Culture only request I have is to bring the comfortibility back in the reebok sneakers like the Dmx and Hexalite and the quality of the material can be better it's not the same as previous models.

[@Resist_Oppression]

Sounds like that's a lot to bring back 🤣. Just call reebok dead.

[@Iamdasouth]

@@Resist_Oppression Nah but the Iversons,Shaqs and Kemps are keeping Reebok alive bro but they have alot of iconic sneakers in their vault that they can have success with and it's not only reebok that need to bring the comfortibilty back all the brands need to make their retros comfortable bring all the tech back especially if we're going to be paying $160-$200+

[@vittiriowashington5211]

@@Iamdasouth Exactly, 🐐 comment, focus on comfort in ALL retro kicks!

[@DavidParraHenry]

@@Resist_Oppression You're obviously not a sneaker head.

[@Richard__Cranium]

I got a pair of G-Unit's in the original colorway that are in perfect condition. Still rock them on special occasions.

[@DavidParraHenry]

Wow!

[@DavidParraHenry]

......G Unit.

[@halfmanhalfbeast1025]

The Agassi Air Tech Challange III x Christmas are a definite holiday shoe imo

[@shady2493]

Dude seems like a coolest boss ever, and of course Welty is Wearing a Jordan Shoe for a Reebok CEO Interview 😂

[@lesegomiltonrobertson3646]

"We couldn't get the deal done (Dunne) 😥🙅🏿‍♂️ , but we already had the design" Lol we live in interesting times where everything happens in real time. Very informative, it was the culture that saved and made Reebok relevant again. Nice one 👍🏿

[@jarettking1761]

Boutta go cop some reeboks rn Sick episode !!!

[@sp8nktv]

Try are tripping on Mummy Dunks. They go toooooo crazy 😮

[@UssyMustyYS]

G Unit sneakers was legendary

[@МариЧ-б1ы]

Great episode

[@DJPreK]

Reebok is an iconic brand in rap music

[@shakool2kool]

Awesome episode!!

[@josegurrola9021]

Looks like Reebok is in good hands for now if this man is calling the shots. Hopefully we get to see that Brendan Dunne shoe come to fruition

[@jm.santillanes]

Just an amazing episode. Dunne-Reebok coming soon...

[@heartedlytinmanadonis8857]

The BlackTops and the Preseasons was always the hottest Reebok shoes imo.

[@harryprasanth]

Great content

[@ManCave1972]

For some reason, after watching this I immediately went and listened to the whole of the Enter the Wu Tang album. I guess it’s those early 90s vibes.

[@joshuadreha6304]

Agreed with the comment section. Great ep.

[@ojwalker67]

Coach Popovich too wavy

[@raymondmetzger1899]

Where’s the hate coming from on the mummy dunks? One of my favorite SBs in recent history. Glow in the dark, tear away with suede underneath 🔥🔥🔥

[@kirpikirpi4322]

So good!

[@gunniellottjr483]

Here in the DMV Reebok Bringbacks from the 80's are top shelf. OG status

[@DD_014]

Woah it is very nice interview

[@marka.shuffler9965]

STAMPD LA hoodie is fire @joe!

[@rjlopez3356]

Got to see this in full just right now,did I hear/see Brendan Dunne got his shoe deal? Happy for him.... My shoe size in 9 hahaha 😁

[@snakefriendsandcompany]

The Shawn kemp’s was fire

[@caleloz5985]

You doing great work

[@emptinesszen4409]

Thanks

[@JoshKoshBGosh1]

I would 100% buy a Dunne Reebok shoe.

[@timmoorejr.7463]

Great episode !!!!

[@alonsoortigoza6058]

We need retros to bring back OG tech or at least protro them with comfortable foams.

[@abibopinho412]

Iam a huge G unit fan, i love this sneakers

[@ramsesc21]

Bring back the G-Unit sneakers!

[@samueljackson-mq4zs]

Amazing video

[@vladrubailov5306]

Good man, I like it

[@mod13]

50 cent time stamp?

[@aznkidcom]

The Monopoly man does NOT have a monocle!

[@yamamistudios]

Awesome show, such a cool CEO with a rich knowledge and familiarity in sneaker culture, and also great to see Brendan’s “Pharrell-esque” opportunity with the brand hahaha

[@АринаАгеева-д6л]

Interesting video!

[@perc9-4]

This episode 🔥 af i had the gunits in 4th grade Reebok had a little wave for a minute the pumps,shaq,kamakizes, ai,jay z, gunit even rookie john wall was with them for a minute