SEASON 1 EP: 1 THE INTRODUCTION

Episode 2: Can Kobe's Sneakers Still Turn a Profit in a Stagnant Market?

Kobe is back — and Chris asks the question everyone's been circling: can these sneakers still turn a profit in a stagnant market? He breaks down two releases: the Nike Kobe 5 Protro "Dodgers" ($190, dropping August 15th) and the highly exclusive Jalen Brunson Kobe 5 Protro "New York, New York" colorway, already pulling 100%+ profit on StockX and GOAT. Chris walks through pricing, margins, and sizing strategy for both, then digs into why the Mamba brand keeps holding value through market corrections — collector demand, not hype, is doing the heavy lifting. He also touches on the legacy behind the shoes, the Brunson/Knicks storyline behind the "New York, New York" release, and closes with an AMA on whether $190 retail is still worth it for Protros.

SEASON 1 EP: 1 THE INTRODUCTION

In the first episode of Sneaks & Peaks, Chris introduces the show and breaks down the current state of the sneaker resale market — from this week's releases to a historical look at how the market got here. He answers a few AMA questions live and lays out what listeners can expect from the show going forward.