Russ Bengtson, the author of the book, "A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers," joins Lang Whitaker take you through the history of basketball as told through 15 sneakers. Each episode discusses how the sneaker helped shaped the game we love.
New episodes come out Tuesday and Friday mornings.
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Russ Bengtson, the author of the book, "A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers," joins Lang Whitaker take you through the history of basketball as told through 15 sneakers. Each episode discusses how the sneaker helped shaped the game we love.
New episodes come out Tuesday and Friday mornings.
Get ready to lace up your sneaker knowledge because Lang and Russ are taking us on a thrilling ride through the iconic world of Nike Air Jordans! These kicks aren't just shoes; they're practically legends in the world of basketball and beyond. The duo get deep into the intriguing tale of Michael Jordan, exploring the uncertainties he faced in the NBA spotlight. Despite proving himself as the league's ultimate superstar, Jordan's journey was far from a slam dunk. When Nike knocked on his door with a game-changing shoe deal, the basketball sensation hesitated. Believe it or not, Jordan was quietly leaning towards Adidas over the swoosh of Nike. Both Jordan and Nike shared this uncertainty, and in the fine print of their contract, there was an escape hatch for the company. It's a saga where uncertainty meets destiny, and the Air Jordans, as we know them today.
History of Basketball In 15 Sneakers
Russ Bengtson, the author of the book, "A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers," joins Lang Whitaker take you through the history of basketball as told through 15 sneakers. Each episode discusses how the sneaker helped shaped the game we love.
New episodes come out Tuesday and Friday mornings.
