Best Dustin And Nik Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 050 - Rebel Scum Con 1:18:12

6d ago1:18:12

1:18:12

Today Kara is so excited to be joined by two of the members of the creative team behind Rebel Scum Con, which is about to have it's second year in Texas later this summer! Bobby and Dante tell Kara all about their personal Star Wars stories, how the event's inaugural year went down, and what fans can expect in August. So far it's a staggering list …

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The Osman Cueto Origin Story 44:43

7d ago44:43

44:43

Osman Cueto joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast to talk about becoming a Sock Don!By Seth Fowler

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Group Y Live: Amy Stanton Founder of Stanton & Company on Female Empowerment, PR & Workplace Culture 44:14

12d ago44:14

44:14

Amy Stanton is the Founder & CEO of Stanton & Company Amy Stanton shares her remarkable journey from engineering to marketing, detailing her experiences in advertising, the Olympic bid for New York, and her passion for building a business focused on women's sports. She discusses the challenges of running a business, the cultural shifts in the workp…

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Pro Snowboarder to Marketing Guru Who Works With NIKE! Nik Greenblatt 1:16:07

15d ago1:16:07

1:16:07

Nik Greenblatt joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast to talk about his journey from Pro Snowboarder to founder of Defy Agency!By Seth Fowler

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Running A Sneaker Retail Store with Dustin Billow 1:07:54

22d ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Dustin Billow joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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Episode 049 - Legends Expo 1:15:47

27d ago1:15:47

1:15:47

The expanded universe, also known as Legends, is something unique to the Star Wars fandom, featuring a wide array of books and comics created by countless authors and artists. These stories are much beloved, and the Legends fandom will be gathering in Burbank this September along with authors that helped bring the stories to life. Today, Kara is jo…

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Group Y Live: Courtney Carter Seattle Sounders FC & Reign FC Chief Revenue Officer on The Evolution of Soccer Marketing in America 51:56

27d ago51:56

51:56

Courtney Carter is the Seattle Sounders FC & Reign FC Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) In this episode, Courtney shares her journey from being a high-level soccer player to a key player in sports marketing and talent representation. She discusses her experiences at Major League Soccer, ESPN, and CAA, emphasizing the importance of diversifying across tra…

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How To Make An App! Michael Ogden 45:10

29d ago45:10

45:10

Michael Ogden from the Unboxed App joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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Episode 048 - Scott Chernoff 1:52:40

1M ago1:52:40

1:52:40

Today, Kara is so excited to be joined by Scott Chernoff! During his time with Star Wars Insider, Scott interviewed countless Star Wars personalities and experienced the late 90s fandom madness firsthand, from the special editions premiere to the set of Attack of the Clones. Scott was the host of Stage B at Celebration I in Denver, also hosting pan…

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Should Preachers Rock Sneakers? Dr. Ernest Grant 38:29

1M ago38:29

38:29

Dr. Ernest Grant joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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Group Y Live: Brian Garofalow CEO at Skullcandy on Reviving a Legend 40:10

1M ago40:10

40:10

Brian Garofalow Chief Executive Officer at Skullcandy On this episode of Group Y Live, join host Oli Russell-Cowan as he sits down with Brian Garofalow, the CEO of Skullcandy and a legend in the action sports industry. In this episode, Brian shares his incredible journey from the early days of the action sports scene to leading a prominent audio br…

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Episode 047 - Halcyon Daze 53:10

1M ago53:10

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Did you know there’s a group of fans producing a documentary all about the experience of the Galactic Starcruiser? Halcyon Daze will give an in-depth look at the experience, what made it special, and how it will be remembered. Says their website, “The beauty, power, and artistry of the Starcruiser deserves to be immortalized, and shared with a larg…

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Your Favorite CELEBRITIES Favorite VINTAGE Guy! Mr Throwback 43:59

1M ago43:59

43:59

Mike Spitz AKA Mr Throwback joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast! He tells us about the time Kai Cenat stopped by, how he sold his $5000 dunks for way less and how he got the store to where it is today!

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The Chair Review King Dan Ahn from Ahnestly 1:03:53

1M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Dan Ahn joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast!

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Where Did Tom Stefaniuk Go? 1:07:34

1M ago1:07:34

1:07:34

Tom Stefaniuk joins Seth and Osman on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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The First One 16:42

1M ago16:42

16:42

Osman and Seth kick off The Shoes Off Podcast with the inaugural episode!

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How DJ Sneakerhead DNA Show Went From Selling Sneakers To Real Estate 51:34

1M ago51:34

51:34

DJ Willingham aka DJ Sneakerhead aka DNA Show joins Seth on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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How Chase From CultureKicks Blew Up By Coin Flipping 1:04:18

1M ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Chase Young from CultureKicks joins Seth and Osman on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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How To Make A Viral Video With Charley McClay Winona Kicks 54:23

1M ago54:23

54:23

Charley McClay aka Winona Kicks joins Seth and Osman on The Shoes Off Podcast!By Seth Fowler

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Group Y Live: Monica Medellin Filmmaker on Women in Sports, Media & Impact 49:13

2M ago49:13

49:13

Monica Medellin is a Film Director, Executive Producer & Unscripted TV Creator Monica Medellin is a filmmaker dedicated to expanding narratives around women and people of color in sports through media, including ahead-of-the-trend film, tv and branded content. Monica is the creator and executive producer of Surf Girls on Prime Video, in partnership…

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Episode 046 - Chris Trevas 1:40:14

2M ago1:40:14

1:40:14

Another one of Star Wars Celebration's most beloved institutions is the Art Show. It started in 2002, with exclusive prints starting in 2005, and today's guest has been there for almost every single one. Artist Chris Trevas has a long history with Star Wars beyond just Celebration, and today he tells Kara all about it! Learn what about the galaxy f…

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Group Y Live: Jonathan Weaver CMO at Db Journey on Building Brands & Communities 45:18

2M ago45:18

45:18

Jonathan Weaver is the Chief Marketing Officer at Db Journey Jonathan Weaver is a Global Marketing Leader with roles across Nike SB, Womens & Football, Burton Snowboards and currently at Db having been part of the team to drive the LVMH LLV minority investment. From the UK, living in Portugal with his wife Mareike, and two kids, Lenny and Lilly aft…

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Episode 045 - Shane Turgeon 1:09:52

2M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Over on the Celebration Database, we're honoring the 20th anniversary of Celebration III, a pivotal moment in the history of the event. C3 is remembered for the appearance by George Lucas and the hype for Revenge of the Sith, but it was also the first Celebration to have a Tattoo Track, which is now a beloved part of the convention! At the helm of …

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Group Y Live: Dustin Hinz | CMO at Firestone Walker Brewing on Brand Building, Curiosity & 805 Beer 55:54

3M ago55:54

55:54

Dustin Hinz is the Chief Marketing Officer at Firestone Walker Brewing Co Dustin Hinz has spent his career at the intersection of storytelling, culture, and commerce. From his early days at Guitar Center to shaping music culture with many of the world’s most influential artists, to stewarding iconic guitar and string maker Ernie Ball Music Man, and…

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Episode 044 - Justin Sonfield 1:57:24

3M ago1:57:24

1:57:24

One of the most unique and iconic parts of the Star Wars fan community is the costuming groups. Kara is joined today by Justin Sonfield, Legion Commanding Officer of the 501st. He answers all of Kara's nagging questions about the 501st Legion and all the intricacies of the group, as well as talking about his own Star Wars fandom and cosplay journey…

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Group Y Live: Nik Strong-Cvetich | CEO of Save The Waves Coalition on Surfing for Conservation 44:21

3M ago44:21

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Nik Strong-Cvetich is the CEO at Save The Waves Coalition and Commissioner, Parks and Recreation Commission at City of Santa Cruz. Nik Strong-Cvetich shares his journey from Washington to Santa Cruz, his passion for surf conservation, and the evolution of the Save the Waves Coalition. He highlights the importance of community collaboration in prote…

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Episode 043 - Dustin & Nik 1:34:36

3M ago1:34:36

1:34:36

In this episode, Kara is joined by Dustin & Nik from the Cherry Bombs podcast! The two of them were friends back in the prequel days, working at the same video store, and in the lead up to Phantom Menace they took a road trip with some other friends to Celebration I! Kara had a ton of questions, as you might assume, and they discuss their Celebrati…

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Group Y Live: Florian Klaass | Founder of K&CO on Music, Red Bull and Controversy 51:37

3M ago51:37

51:37

Florian Klaass is the Founder & Managing Director K&CO and ex Head of Global Music, Entertainment & Culture Marketing at Red Bull. Florian Klaass shares his journey from a punk rock musician to a senior marketing strategist at Red Bull, where he spent 15 years shaping the brand's cultural and entertainment marketing. He discusses his early influenc…

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Episode 042 - Ashton Sharrett 1:02:05

4M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Today, Kara is joined by Ashton Sharrett to talk all about the fandom of Star Wars music. From the easter eggs hidden in the different tracks that we love dissect, to all of the different composers who have touched the Star Wars galaxy over the years, there was a lot to cover and Ashton was the perfect guest to talk about it all! Find Ashton on Ins…

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Episode 041 - Tori Fox 1:03:09

4M ago1:03:09

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In this episode, Kara is joined by the amazing Tori Fox! Tori is a lover of Star Wars creatures and a brilliantly talented artist and creator, known for Creature Cartel and her amazing cosplays and character-inspired creations. They dig in to all the details, plus bits about the golden age of Star Wars Weekends, the love of Boba Fett, and much more…

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Group Y Live: Trevor Graves | President at Nemo Design on Snowboarding, Photography & Creativity 43:24

4M ago43:24

43:24

In this episode of Group Y Live, Oli Russell-Cowan is joined by legendary snowboarding photographer and the Founder of Nemo Design, Trevor Graves. Graves shares his journey from skateboarding in a small town in New York to becoming a key player in the snowboarding industry. He discusses the evolution of snowboarding, the importance of authenticity …

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Group Y Live: Nick Tran | Transforming Brands into Cultural Icons 49:25

4M ago49:25

49:25

Join us for new season of Group Y Live as host Oli Russell-Cowan sits down with Nick Tran, a renowned marketer known for transforming brands into cultural icons. With a wealth of experience as the former global head of marketing at TikTok and executive roles at Taco Bell, Hulu, and Samsung, Nick shares his insights on brand transformation, crisis l…

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Episode 040 - 2024: The Year in Fandom 1:30:00

5M ago1:30:00

1:30:00

Kara welcomes Jon Pataky to the show to recap the year in Star Wars fandom and look ahead to 2025! Find Jon's podcast here (https://linktr.ee/b1n1pod) and be sure to follow along on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/b1n1pod/) Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram at https://instagram.com/intoalargerworldproject?igshid=MzRIODBi…

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Episode 039 - The Holiday Special & Fans feat. Nick Tierce 1:30:28

7M ago1:30:28

1:30:28

The Star Wars Holiday Special is now infamous in the world of pop culture. Since the broadcast premiere in 1978, it's been mythologized, maligned, and has come full circle to be celebrated as an important piece of Star Wars history. Joined by friend of the podcast Nick Tierce, Kara dives into the relationship between fans and this iconic piece of m…

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Episode 038 - Jacopo Collects 1:09:20

7M ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Two of the constant themes of this podcast are community and friendship. Star Wars and the fandom surrounding it connects people from all walks of life and every corner of the globe. There's something special about making friends with people you never would have met without a galaxy far, far away. Today Kara is joined by one of those friends, Jacop…

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Episode 037 - Stax Rebo 1:21:05

7M ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Kara is joined today by Stef aka @staxrebo - fan artist, cosplayer, and cohost of the podcast Rise of the Glup Shitto! They talk all about the love of Star Wars creatures, plus what inspires fan creations, the wonders of Batuu, and much more. Be sure to follow Stef on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/staxrebo) and check out Rise of the Glup Shi…

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The Documentarian with Trekkies Director Roger Nygard 1:32:20

8M ago1:32:20

1:32:20

TREKKIES/THE OFFICE director and friend of the show Roger Nygard returns to discuss his extraordinary new book about making documentaries! Join us as Roger spills the kind of insider secrets and practical filmmaker advice that industry gatekeepers don't want you to know. Along the way he'll discuss the making of TREKKIES, his stint on the classic 8…

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Episode 036 - Paul Sun-Hyung Lee 1:02:02

10M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Today Kara is honored and excited to be joined by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee! Star of both stage and screen, Paul was a lifelong Star Wars fan and even built some of his own costumes before destiny put him at the helm of a New Republic X-Wing. Kara asks Paul about his Star Wars fandom, his acting career, and what it was like to join the galaxy far, far awa…

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Q&A WITH KARA DJ - Fan History, Research, Celebration, and more! 33:47

10M ago33:47

33:47

In this episode, Kara is answering a bunch of questions sent in by listeners! She covers everything from favorite Celebration memories, the weirdest things she's found while researching, how she keeps her sources organized, the current state of her research, and much more. Listen in for a peek behind the scenes! And stay tuned next week for a VERY …

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Episode 035 - Dennis Przywara & "Starwoids" 1:24:00

10M ago1:24:00

1:24:00

Twenty five years ago, Episode I was on the way and the hype was unreal. Did you know there's a documentary that captures it all? Today Kara is joined by filmmaker Dennis Przywara, director of the legendary Star Wars fandom documentary "Starwoids". From chronicling the trials and tribulations of fans spending over forty days in line to being inside…

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Episode 034 - Mark Newbold 1:25:07

11M ago1:25:07

1:25:07

Today Kara's talking with Mark Newbold, a Star Wars fan with a truly amazing resume. From contributing to the official Star Wars website and Star Wars Insider to creating the news site "Fantha Tracks", Mark has so many great stories about his time in the fandom. The discussion covers early Star Wars internet, UK fandom, visiting filming sites, and …

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Episode 033 - Holly Swinyard: A History of Fans and Fandom 1:26:46

11M ago1:26:46

1:26:46

Today Kara is chatting with Holly Swinyard, the author of "A History of Fans and Fandom". The book digs into all areas of fandom, including Star Wars, and Kara asks Holly all about their own connection to the galaxy far, far away. Cosplay, fan community, and more are all up for discussion! Listen today and check out Holly's book and all of their wo…

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Episode 032 - Eric Clayton & Spirituality in Star Wars 51:06

11M ago51:06

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Today Kara is joined by longtime Star Wars fan and author Eric Clayton. In his book "My Life With the Jedi", he talks about the spirituality found in Star Wars, and how to apply it to your everyday life. Kara was excited to talk to him about his experiences, how he bridges the gap between his spiritual teachings and his love of the franchise, and m…

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Episode 031 - Cosplay & Bad Batch Fandom with Deena 52:37

1y ago52:37

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Today Kara is joined by the wonderful Deena, cosplayer and Star Wars fan, to discuss their own fandom story and one specific group of beloved clones...The Bad Batch. As the show has wrapped up after it's third season, the Bad Batch fandom has reached new heights. Through fan art and fan fiction, there has been an undeniable emotional connection. De…

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Episode 030 - Patrick Cotnoir 1:03:07

1y ago1:03:07

1:03:07

For the 30th episode of the podcast, Kara is happy to be joined by Patrick Cotnoir! You might know Patrick from the amazing George Lucas Talk Show, an improvised talk show starring Connor Ratliff as George Lucas and his co-host Watto (yes, Watto) played by Griffin Newman. Patrick produces and books guests for the show, including many people from th…

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Episode 029 - Steve Sansweet Talks Celebration 50:57

1y ago50:57

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Kara is beyond honored to wrap up this month of Celebration focused episodes with the amazing Steve Sansweet. You might know him for his Guinness World Record-holding collection-turned-museum Rancho Obi-Wan, or his books about Star Wars collecting, or from his time as the head of fan relations at Lucasfilm. He was also at the ground level for the c…

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Episode 028 - That's So Celebration with Jon Pataky 1:14:12

1y ago1:14:12

1:14:12

One of the best parts of Star Wars Celebration is meeting up with your fandom friends from all over the world. So it's only fitting that Kara is joined in this episode by one of her best Star Wars pals, Jon Pataky! They discuss all the best and wackiest things that make Celebration unique in a handy dandy list format, loosely titled "Things You'll …

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Episode 027 - The Celebration Collecting Track with Gus Lopez 1:09:58

1y ago1:09:58

1:09:58

Since the first Celebration in 1999, there have been panels about Star Wars collecting. Over time this has grown into the Collecting Track, a Celebration institution, featuring panels about all corners of the collecting world and even Collecting Track collectibles! Kara wanted to dig into the topic during this anniversary month and there was no one…

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Episode 026 - Patrick T. Gorman & "Star Wars in 30 Minutes" 1:38:06

1y ago1:38:06

1:38:06

Wiffle ball bats become lightsabers. Folding chairs are piloted as X-Wings. A trash can that's painted like R2-D2. These were just a few of the things that you could expect from "Star Wars in 30 Minutes", a play that was staged at Celebrations II, III, IV, VI, and Anaheim 2022. Today, Kara welcomes writer and director Patrick T. Gorman to the show …

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Episode 025 - The Phantom Menace Countdown with Zach Hoover 1:23:43

1y ago1:23:43

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It's the show's 25th official episode and 25 years since Episode I: The Phantom Menace was fast approaching! Today on the show, Kara and special guest Zach Hoover take a look back at those spring months in 1999, counting down to a brand new Star Wars movie hitting the big screen. When you mix the special editions release, advanced ticket sale drama…

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