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Drew Ginsburg of Dylanlex is always just a bit ahead of everyone – whether it was early to social media for fashion or design.She’s a quintessential example of a designer/entrepreneur who is constantly evolving her brand.Her work has been worn by, (ahem...)BEYONCE, MADONNA, GIGI HADID, RIHANNA, KENDALL JENNER, USHER, JESSICA ALBA, DUA LIPA, CARDI B, LADY GAGA...And that's just a few...Drew and I discuss how social media has democratized fashion, how her pieces found their way to Rihanna, the androgyny of jewelry, and what band she listens to cry.Dylanlex on Instagram**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Mike Cirker, CEO of Alpha Industries.Alpha Industries is known for its iconic military jackets from the MA-1 to the M-65. The brand has been in business for over 60 years making pieces that have now become staples in every wardrobe.Mike and I discuss growing up in the business, the pros, and cons of being a heritage brand, marketing in 2021, and navigating the Kanye effect of the MA-1.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereSperry - Sign up and win a free pair of Sperry's!and Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is the designer Willie Norris.She’s known for her eponymous workshop and is also the design director of the New York brand, Outlier.Willie and I discuss the importance of humor in design, designing for a community, rethinking what a clothing brand should be.NYT ArticleOutlier**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If there’s one person who knows every IYKYK brand, it’s Nico Lazaro. For most folks, he’s the source of new trends, ideas and has been experimenting with his looks for ages. But before that?Yes, like all of us, he was making business cards for his Tumblr. And eventually, he was hired as an early employee at Grailed. But his career path was shocking and, unfortunately, more common than we all realize.Nico has always been a member of the Slack, popping in to drop knowledge bombs here, and I’m pleased to say Rob convinced him to come hang!Rob, Nico, and Jeremy chat about how he found his way onto the whistleblower fashion site, Diet Prada, working at Grailed, what brands he’s been into, and the superpower of being a nerd online.Grab a turkey leg. It’s Blamo! Extra baby!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is the actor, writer, and comedian Eugene Cordero.You know his acting from massive shows like Loki, The Mandalorian, and The Good Place and his voice from shows like Star Trek: Lower Decks and Central Park. Honestly, he’s everywhere these days, and this week he’s on the pod!We chat his early days of improv, getting jacked at the gym, being the "ambiguous ethnicity" and the best clothes to work out in.Eugene Cordero on Instagram**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereSperry - Sign up and win some dope kicks!and Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kiya Babzani (Self Edge), Mark Cho (The Armoury), and Michael Williams (ACL) join Jeremy to chat about Japan, Japanese Craftsmanship and share how important its impact has been on clothing and retail.Self EdgeThe ArmouryA Continuous LeanPresented by Grand Seiko**Learn More about Grand Seiko and the GS9 Club Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Chris Echevarria, founder of Blackstock & WeberChris has helped turn the loafer from a classic menswear staple to a hyped piece of streetwear and back. Walls do not exist in the land of loafers.Chris and I discuss his life going from working at J. Crew to selling at J. Crew, how his company Blackstock & Weber has become the most talked about brand in ages, and what wild things he’s working on next.Blackstock and Weber on Instagram**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereSperry - Sign up and win some dope kicks!and Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OH, I LOVE A GOOD LIST!GQ's Gerald Ortiz has been behind all the best of lists lately...And is now answering questions from the slack. Rob and Jeremy chat about his career, but this pod is nothing but hot takes on our favorites – from boots and knitwear to hats. It’s all there, including Jeremy's spot on where to buy the dopest berets.So dive in, and love life.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week contains multitudes...He’s a comedian, an actor, a podcaster, and jeez when I say podcaster he’s in the lore of Comedy Bang Bang, his own show High and Mighty and Action Boyz, he’s an improv God and has recently become a style god.IT'S JON GABRUS, FAM.Jon and I talk about finding your style, Long Island punk, what’s on his POG slammer, NOAH clothing, and what movie he’ll watch any time it’s on.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's chat is with one of the key folks behind one of the wildest watch brands, Alex Mille, Commercial Director of Richard Mille.The watch company is only 20 years old and continues to be obsessed over and worn by folks such as Jay-Z and Drake to Formula 1 Drivers.They are known as "a racing machine on the wrist." Yes, they make watches, but the best way to explain it, what if watches were made to the highest degree of excellence inside Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory?Alex and I discuss his love of cinema, the inner workings of Richard Mille, McDonald's in France, bizarre music playlists, and of course, his favorite clothes.RichardMille.com**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim 👖 hereandSponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

YAKWTFGO! Brian Davis of Wooden Sleepers comes back to talk Todd Snyder x LL Bean, Pandemic Mafias, Gettin' jacked in quar, and the new WS Studio. Rob Lim and Jeremy chop it up!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is actor and comedian Willie Macc.He's a comedy king, "midwest nice," and is making the next HGTV show you're going to binge non-stop.Willie and I talk about how he went from editing reality shows to starring in them, his new show on HGTV (Flip It to The Maccs), the best clothes to travel with, standup comedy, and Japanese denim.Follow Willie on Instagram**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I’m so privileged to bring you a special pod with the costume designer, Suttirat Larlarb.You probably have heard of her because she’s responsible for the iconic looks in the recent Bond film, No Time to Die, but she also did the costumes for Danny Boyle’s Steve Jobs film and just wrapped the Obi Wan Kenobi show coming soon.But this convo was all about Bond, and she was as gracious and humble as you could imagine.We talk about how the production was set up for the recent Bond film, how they picked those Drake’s boots, and the return of Alexander Olch!**Sponsored by Topper Jewelers check out their curated picks of all the watches from No Time to Die.** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is writer Dave Schilling (New Yorker, LA Times, The Guardian).Dave and I chat the films that got him into clothes, his epic podcast Galaxy Brains with Jonah Ray, representation in fashion, David Lynch fits, our love of the night openings IG account, bistro vibes, why the fit pic is the best way to express yourself, Martin Short in Clifford, and why he believes trends don’t matter anymore.**Follow Dave on TwitterGalaxy Brains PodcastNight Openings InstagramClifford (1994)**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Sperry - Sign up and win some dope kicks!** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, it’s a one on one pod with Rob Lim & Jeremy.We chat about what’s happening in the B! Slack, Michael Bastian’s recent Brook’s Brothers Collection, going nuts on Aesop, flexing at home with your soap, missing Adam Kimmel, why J. Crew has always been good, and the post model world?Last but not least, #watches channel heat and asking more from the brands we love.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To celebrate our 10th season and our love of watches, I’m pleased to bring you a special bonus episode with Asher Rapkin of the watch community, Collective and writer Jason Heaton of The Grey Nato, and his recent novel Depth Charge.We discuss our love of all things mechanical, the origins of Collective and their recent collaboration with IWC, the famous “dirty dozen” watches of WW2, and watches we feel were overlooked.If you’re into watches, this is your pod.**Special thanks to Asher Rapkin of Collective and Jason Heaton** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Alex/2ToneHe’s an artist, director, and creative director of the cult LA brand Born x Raised. Alex and I discuss his life growing up in the world of graffiti, his love of film and creating the infamous video for Born x Raised. We also chat launching his podcast Powerful Truth Angels with Matty Matheson, and how Born x Raised found its way into the Grand Theft Auto universe.Alex/2Tone's SiteBorn x Raised Video**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim hereand Grand Seiko - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko**Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Blamo! Extra and we're joined by our co-host for these Patreon exclusive pods, Rob Lim.This week we're joined by television writer, senior reporter, producer for Decider, and everyone's favorite fit pic king, Brett White.Brett has been someone who has helped create the resurgence on the styles of classic television and has helped put Bob Newhart back on designer's mood boards.We talk about finding your style from old television, Jeremy's M-65 jacket from Stanley Kubrick, writing books in quarantine, rare comics, and whether or not Bob Newhart has google alerts turned on.Dig in, and dig deep.We're back with season 10 in a few weeks!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob and I chat with Greg Lellouche, founder of the online menswear boutique No Man Walks Alone. We discuss Japanese brands, his approach to retail, and how retailers have started to get more involved in social justice and mentoring.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re continuing to experiment here and also work on new types of shows for the community.This includes pod episodes about what’s happening in the fashion industry, yes more roundtables, but more importantly chats with folks IN the community.Along for the ride will be my co-host Rob Lim.Rob is an OG of the superfuture and early message board days of the industry; he’s an incredible writer and has always been the sage guide of our slack community since we started.I could not pick a better co-host for these pods.This week we’re chatting with Derek Guy of Die! Workwear about the world of western wear and his recent article.Blamo! Season 10 returns in October!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our first of many(?) of the JJJ show (working title), aka just us clowns talking about clothes..Jian DeLeon, Jon Moy, and Jeremy Kirkland chat late into the night about what’s happening in fashion.Jian discusses the new concepts at Nordstrom and the re-interpretation of classic menswear, we chat the standards of Engineered Garments, debate if Moy has a goldmine in his old toy collection, gangsters using talkboys, and Jeremy working out with the Warriors in Vegas.A pod for the ages! Join us on this hero's journey in the garm' world.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is musician Paul Banks.Paul is a singer, songwriter, and lead vocalist of the band, Interpol. He’s made multiple solo albums and recently released a project called Muzz with fellow musicians Josh Kaufman and Matt Barrick.Paul and I discuss his love of boxing, John Donne’s sonnets, health food, gym workouts to Mars Volta, writing the new Interpol album, getting fits off in Berlin, his loafer collection, and what clothes he’s been feeling lately.Paul Banks on Instagram🎧 Listen to...InterpolMuzzPaul Banks**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Win a $500 gift card hereAnd the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Matt & Stove of the cult brand Pizzaslime.Pizzaslime touches everything in the fashion and culture world through a lens of humor and joy.They’ve helped usher in the modern-day meme, made hilarious merch for bands, select grocery stores, collaborated with Crocs, and are also finding themselves in the tv and film world.Honestly, it’s what you’d expect from two guys who love clothes!We chat about the origins of Pizzaslime, working with Diplo, rethinking classic tv shows, how their memes wound up on Drake’s Instagram, rapper beefs, and Taco Bell’s celebrity Thanksgiving dinner.pizzaslime.com**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and win some dope kicks!**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is photographer and creative director, James Harvey Kelly.You’ve seen his work in Ralph Lauren ads, Drake’s, P. Johnson and he’s help pioneer the resurgence of documentary-style photography in menswear.He’s one of the few photographers who’s become a style icon himself with his signature utility vests and cowboy hat, and he’s on the pod!James and I chat about his love of photography, his work in fashion, why he loves film, and his obsession with jazz. Last but not least, he shares what camera to start taking pictures with.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is the founder and frontman of the two-time Grammy award-winning band Vampire Weekend, Ezra Koenig.Ezra and I discuss the world of menswear and the connection of prep and gorp culture, why he loves Trey Anastasio, the importance of taking a fit pic every day, music styles colliding, the upcoming Vampire Weekend record, and the future of Gorp music.Vampire Weekend**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's guests are Chris Black and Jason Stewart, hosts of the "the bi-coastal elite podcast" How Long Gone.Chris and Jason discuss their nonstop podcast life, test shots, where did Jake Davis go, living bi-coastal, hanging with Phoebe Bridgers, Daft Punk's breakup, and which one of them is Paul Simon. Last but not least, we chat, taking the show on the road.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and win some dope kicks!**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh Peskowitz has been through it all and has arrived at his true calling.His resume reads like a greatest hits tour of menswear and fashion, from the early days of the Fader, men.style.com, to Fashion Director of Bloomingdales, co-founding Magasin, and VP of Fashion for Moda Operandi. And now, he’s guiding brands the way he always has with The Untitled Group.Josh and I chat about navigating careers, how he’s helping brands get into retail, dope pet names, and finding yourself beyond a LinkedIn post.It’s Blamo! Extra and Josh Peskowitz is back!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Erlend Øye.He’s a singer, songwriter, and musician known for his own music, legendary DJ sets, the electronic, non-electronic band, The Whitest Boy Alive, but to many, he’s one half of the acoustic duo from Bergen, Norway, Kings of Convenience. Their first album, Quiet is the New Loud released in 2001 and caught the entire industry off guard. Softly spoken, beautiful harmonies with lyrics incredibly specific yet perfectly vague. Music that, for me, not only influenced my life but brought me out of my hometown to New York. Kings of Convenience recently released their new album Peace or Love after a 12-year hiatus. And it picks up…exactly where they left off. Softly spoken, beautiful, intimate, and in a way, precisely what I want in my ears these days.Erlend and I discuss how different projects are essential for his mental health, why Kings of Convenience took over a decade off, how the digital age of music affects promotion, his take on fashion, and their Oblique Strategies for songwriting.LINKSKings of ConvenienceQuarantine at El Ganzo "Lockdown Blues""Lujon" by Henry Mancini "Ask for Help" **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Over the past year, many folks have picked up a new hobby, golf! Yes, golf. The game that everyone loves – And also loves to hate. The classic socially distanced sport of golf grew more in 2020 than it had in 17 years. And one group that has everyone raving with excitement is Random Golf Club. This week we're joined by the founder Erik Anders Lang.Erik discusses the origins of Random Golf Club, his background in photo and film, hanging with Takashi Murakami, getting fits off on the course, and how the image of golf is not the reality of it.RGC - YouTube ChannelAdventures in Golf**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and win some dope kicks!** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Garden style is everywhere, and Master Gardener Jon Moy returns to refuse the credit for starting it.We talk about his big move to Portland, why everyone is obsessed with growing plants, folks getting into mushrooms, Monty Don fits, and Erowid.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is literally a curator of vibes. He’s the music director for the Chateau Marmont, founder of StudioNeu, and the host of the podcast Are We on Air, Arman Naféei.Arman and I chat about his life and music career, the international music scene, the importance of ambiance, and how he wound up having chats with folks like Jane Birkin and David Byrne on his pod. Last but not least, we chat why you should change every lightbulb you have in your house.Are We On AirStudioNeu**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's guest is Fabio Attanasio of The Bespoke Dudes and the young voice of Italian bespoke tailoring.You all wanted to talk suits? He's here. You know him from his immaculate style but more for how he's helped make the world of Italian tailoring more welcoming, approachable, and eternal.Fabio and I discuss his journey and approach to bespoke tailoring, growing with collaborators, working with Omega, becoming an eyewear king, and saving the future of tailoring.InstagramTBD Eyewear**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.Seiko x Rowing Blazers Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and get some dope kicks** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Since 2007, Simon Crompton has been chronicling the world of menswear and teaching countless folks about how to dress and express themself on his website Permanent Style. He’s written extensive articles and books about bespoke suit making, footwear, you name it. Simon understands the luxury and menswear world in a very distinct way. And now he’s back…Simon and I discuss mental health, creating balance, the casual evolution of wardrobes, and how Permanent Style has become its own brand.Last but not least, we discuss how previously small menswear brands have grown and how that growth has affected their early clients.It’s Blamo! Extra and Simon Crompton is BACK**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is stylist Jasmine Benjamin. You’ve seen her work on Anderson .Paak, Outkast, Miguel and more.Jasmine and I talk about the hustle of being a stylist, her early beginnings working in the music business, and with the legendary Chaka Khan.We chat through styling Anderson .Paak and get all the hot takes from cowboys, making clothes, and her thoughts on vintage.Last but not least, is Von Dutch back?!Dive in with the vibes from the fit Goddess herself.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.Seiko x Rowing Blazers And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Reebok’s Senior Global Product Marketing Manager, Leo Gamboa. Leo talks his early days working retail in New York City, shopping on Jamaica Ave, and the early skate culture of the city. We also talk about our obsession with outerwear, club c’s and old school North Face. And last but not least, we talk about what makes a good collab, and the art of design. The sneaker is not dead!*Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here and register to win a free sweatsuit!and Sperry Top Sider sign up to win a FREE pair of Boat or Deck shoes here. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Photographer, Jamie Ferguson is one of the most talented and successful people I know. Anything and everything that’s thrown at him, he evolves. He’s pretty much a Pokemon, now which one I don’t know but probably the one that takes all the dope photos.He’s an incredible photographer, and one of the recent things he did was turn his home into a photo studio during lockdown. A photo studio featuring himself as the subject. From bizarre poses to playing chess with stuffed animals. It’s a breath of fresh air to the stoic mentality of fashion.Jamie and I chat about creating his home studio, the joys of being a creative, fighting burnout, the future of Pitti, and getting a fit off with Bill Nighy.It’s Blamo! Extra Jamie Ferguson, MR JKF MAN, is back!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Oscar nominated and BAFTA award winning costume designer, Arianne Phillips.We get into everything from her years working with Madonna and Lenny Kravitz to collaborating with Matthew Vaughn on The Kingsman movie series, Tom Ford’s films, and Quinten Tarantino on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Arianne goes deep on how growing up viewing herself as an outsider helped train her eye to masterfully expedite a filmmaker’s vision and create the iconic looks we all obsess over. FOLLOW HER AMAZING WORK WITH @radvocacy Wearerad.orgInfusing purpose into the work they do anywayLeverage global platforms like the red carpet to support talent to help them advocate for causes or charities that they believe inDocumentary - Dressing The Part🎬✌💃💃TOPICS DISCUSSED:Filth and Wisdom - Madonna’s directorial debut! W.E. (Film about the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Directed by Madonna) The Kingsman collection with Mr PorterAlessandro MicheleCourtney Hoffman (Director and Costume Designer) A Single ManTank Girl The CrowJust Let Go: Lenny Kravitz Live (Lenny Kravitz Doc)Mr. Cabdriver Rocky Horror Picture Show The Jackson 5 CartoonMartin Margiela Helmut Lang Paul Tazewell (Costume designer on Hamilton!)**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Brendon Babenzien, founder of NOAH and former creative director of Supreme...And since recording this, the new J. Crew men’s creative director.Brendon and I chat about growing up in the suburbs of New York in the 70s, the massive music scene of the era, and getting into skateboarding. Most importantly, Brendon lets us know what he thinks a brand should be and how he is trying to create a legacy while still operating responsibly, with human rights and the environment informing his decision making. Plus, we get his take on how NOAH is trying to educate consumers to want less.🛹🎧 TOPICS DISCUSSED🤘🏻🗽Jeremy Dean Wooden Sleepers Barbour x Noah WLIR: The premier alternative music radio station Shoplifters of the World (Movie)MUSIC🎸Jim CroceKansas Toys in the Attic (Aerosmith) White Album (The Beatles) QueenThe Smiths The Cure ART🎨David HockneyGeoff McFetridgeCurtis KuligDale ZinkowskiTom Wesselmann**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If there’s one designer that everyone I know is constantly pulling for, says they’re friends with, and loves to see doing good things, it’s Aaron Levine.He’s the Tom Hanks of menswear. Everyone loves him, and everything he makes or designs is fantastic.But right now, no one knows what he’s going to do next.The mental health mainline and designer of vibes is back.It’s Blamo Extra with Aaron Levine**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Wind of Wind Vintage & Rob Caplan of Topper Jewelers join to discuss recent industry announcements, the post COVID world, where to begin if you’re getting into watches, and why so many people love watches.We also answer your questions! From birth year watches, best watches to get under 2K, why a vintage watch should stay vintage. All the questions you wanted to know and more!Learn More atWind VintageTopper Jewelers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Fashion Director for GQ and GQ Style, costume designer, and stylist, Mobolaji Dawodu. Mobolaji talks about the dualities of his experience growing up in Nigeria and Virginia, and how that shaped him into the person he is today. We explore everything from his joyrides in his mother’s car, to his early days grinding his way through New York City’s retail scene, while simultaneously building his career as an on-set stylist. Plus, we hear his thoughts on past projects from working with The Black Eyed Peas, Brad Pitt, Kanye West, and more. From The Fader and GQ to the Apple “silhouette” ad campaign in the 2000s, you’ve definitely seen his work, even if you didn’t know it. But you should. Check out his work as a costume designer in:Beauty - Netflix movie, 2021 Monster - Netflix movie, 2021** 👔🎶 TOPICS DISCUSSED 💃🗽Earth Wind & FireCommodores Working at The FaderThe Black Eyed Peas - My HumpsApple Silhouette Ads (2000 - 2011)Brad Pitt in GQ**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is the artist Baby Queen AKA Bella Latham. We explore her career, from being discovered on Instagram to signing her record deal and blowing up as a rockstar during quarantine. Bella talks about everything from being inspired by Taylor Swift and Oasis to the difficulties she faced with being raw and honest with her craft because of growing up on the Internet. Plus, she lets us in on how for her, clothing is a costume or armor to express the feelings she wants to convey with her music. ** 🎤✨TOPICS DISCUSSED 🌸🎶The Music BABY QUEEN has releasedHer virtual tour with YungBlud (Dec, 2020)This very important spot to get your smoothie on, the Erewhon MarketThe MVPs and Rockstars on Drag Race (“Sissy that walk!”)Feeling like she’s aged 5 years during quarantine (FACTS)🚨🚨🚨 PSA - “Don’t ask for anything from anyone, just make the best music you can make” **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here and enter to win a free dope af sweatsuit.**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Few stores have made an impact on retail, fashion, and culture, as much as UNION. And for the past 30 years, it’s been a mainstay of Los Angeles and streetwear.Since 2010 Chris Gibbs has been navigating the store through triumph after triumph and silently through co-signs and incubation, helped launch many of the brands we all obsess over.Remember when that brand showed up at Union? Or when the only place to buy it was at Union.That’s Chris Gibbs. The sky-high taste level we all admire.So here we are, 30 years of UNION LA…what’s next?The man with the plan and sometimes without one, the legend Chris Gibbs returns to Blamo! to share his ideas for the next 30 years of UNION, and what he’ll never change.It’s Blamo! Extra and Chris Gibbs is BACK!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is former professional cyclist, 3x Tour De France winner, and entrepreneur Greg Lemond. We explore his career in cycling and get into everything from representing the United States as the first American to win the Tour de France to relaunching his company, LeMond Bikes. Greg talks about growing up with no expectation of ever being recognized by mainstream media and how he’s proud of being a part of a manufacturing revolution with carbon fiber to make cycling more accessible to people everywhere. Plus, he lets us in on how e-bikes make you a bionic person? If his perspective on cycling doesn’t make you want to get out and ride, I don’t know what will! ** 🚲💨 TOPICS DISCUSSED 🚲💨Greg’s “Complete Book of Bicycling” (1988)DOCUMENTARY on the 1986 Tour de France - Slaying the Badger (2014)The Relaunch of Lemond Bikes The Rise and Fall of Lance ArmstrongThe Red Hook Crit (a Bike race) Greg Lemond Quotes“If you’re confident about yourself, you don’t need to be arrogant.”**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is musician Perfume Genius, AKA Michael Hadreas. We explore his career in music and get into everything from writing his catalog of introspective and emotional songs to playing for Russian tourists in Vietnam. Michael also talks about what it was like streaming his live shows through quarantine. Plus, we get into his sobriety, 90s cyber hacker energy, his cowboy glow up, and getting into video games during Covid. Perfume Genius on Twitter** 👨‍🎤🎶 TOPICS DISCUSSED 👨‍🎤🎶Performing at Joshua Tree (Kimmel, October 2020)Working with Blake Mills Piglet Linen PyjamasPoplin Clothing BC we’re here for that DRAPE🤘🏻✨ Recent record - Set My Heart on Fire Immediately (2020)🍿🎞 Jeremy’s TRIPLE H OF COMFORT MOVIES: Hackers HeavyweightsHouseguest🚨 PSA: Just because you’re rich doesn’t mean you dress well!**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the only place to buy a watch, Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guests this week are Oliver Dannefalk and Carl Pers of the Swedish brand RUBATO. Even though they’ve built their brand organically from their first product, a sweater, they’re still pretty under the radar; And they want to keep it that way. Oliver and Carl talk about how they first met in a vintage shop and their predictions for the future of retail. They also get into the importance of building a world for their clients, vintage Ralph, and quality denim. Plus, they remind us that you don’t just want to buy something, you want to make a connection with the brands that you buy into.** 🧶👖TOPICS DISCUSSED🧶👖 👟💨 A shoe brand with a name no one in North America can pronounce Jeremy’s go-to Rubato sweater Vintage Ralph Lauren 🚨 EXTRA 🗯 from Oliver and Carl: CAREFUL WHILE DRIVING ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE ROAD FOLKS **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.**Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A brand I’ve really fallen in love with is Glenn’s Denim in New York. They don’t have an over the top website, or "Here’s why our product is better than theirs" Instagram ad campaign, they’re just two gentlemen who are absolutely committed to making the best product they can...And wow, they are NAILING IT.Glenn Liburd and Daniel Lewis drop in to talk about the origins of their brand Glenn’s Denim. Glenn and Daniel share how they met, why they intend to stay small and how clothing should be a vehicle to express who you are, not for what brand you’re wearing.It’s Blamo! Extra with Glenn Liburd and Daniel Lewis.Glenn's Denim on Instagram**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is writer, actor, and stand-up comedian Yassir Lester (Black Monday, Black-ish, Girls). Yassir and I chat his early days hustling his way through the LA comedy scene and his rise through the industry. He shares how his mother raised him to be charitable, how he still wants to see others do well, and how he’s returning to his Georgian roots by embracing “the truck lifestyle”. Plus, we get his take on buying weird stuff off Instagram. ** 🤣🎤 TOPICS DISCUSSED 🤣🎤Yeezy Quantum Basketball Shoes Real Housewives of Salt Lake City🎶Smash Mouth - All StarNick at Nite 🔥 THE BEST TRUCK - FORD F-150 🚚Yassir’s Pod: My Brothers Sneaker w/ @isaiahlester EXTRA 🔗 : Yassir and Paul Scheer Talk Marvel YASSIR’S ADVICE: #1 GIVE INSTEAD OF BUYING ANOTHER HOODIE #2 BUY A TRUCK AND PREP FOR THE APOCALYPSE **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is actor, comedian, writer, director, and producer, Ben Schwartz. We get into Ben’s origin in comedy, from his days in New York City’s comedy circuit to today, where, in his words, he’s worked literally every day since October 2020. Ben also talks about collecting Air Jordans and his passion for vintage tees. Plus, we get an exclusive, never before heard story involving typewriters that you do not want to miss. Ben Schwartz on Twitter, Instagram** 🎤😂 TOPICS DISCUSSED 🎤😂THE SHOE SURGEON: @theshoesurgeonThe Shoe Surgeon ON BLAMO 🔥 Ben’s fashion hot take: Disney x Gucci 1 of MANY sneaker JAWNS: JORDAN 3 Black CementMORE GEMS:Adam Pally and Ben Schwartz guest hosted the Late Late Show (2015, Before James Corden) 😅 Only for the REAL comedy heads: BENNY SCHWAZ SOLO BOLO CINCOLOBEN’s ADVICE: DON’T SPEND $400 ON A T-SHIRT --JEREMY’S ADVICE: “I MEAN, IS IT DOPE THO?”**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is the founder of the acclaimed brand Nanamica and the creative director of North Face Purple Label, Eiichiro Homma.Eiichiro is truly the influencers, influencer. He created Gorp before Gorp, made gore-tex cool again, and is The Godfather of Fashion/Function. The laundry list of accomplishments and achievements is jaw dropping when you see how his influences still ripple across the entire industry of sportswear and apparel.The man who made the house of seven seas...It’s Blamo! Extra with Eiichiro Homma**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.