Pair of Kings

Tune in to the hottest fashion podcast on the earth with hosts Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they explore the world of trying to find a pair of shoes that fit, custom suiting, and vintage Polo. This week, they're joined by the incredibly stylish and incredibly funny Mic Nguyen (@nicepantsbro) to discuss the latest in the realm of dodging drafts, not eating because you want to buy clothes, and luxury streetwear for dudes who work in finance.Together, they'll offer insider tips on spending money unwisely, share their stories of 'menswear 1.0', and discuss the ethics behind fashion memes. Don't miss out on this exclusive chat with Mic Nguyen, and follow the hosts and guest on Instagram for more fashion content.Someone told me I should be more professional in these descriptions. Hope that's up to standards.Love you all!

Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) are back to discuss the worrying trend of thriftflation - essentially, things getting more expensive. It's been happening for at least a few years now, so tune in, enjoy, and give us your thoughts over in the discord!Lots of love!

It's been long awaited - by fans and us alike - but it's finally here. Jake John Howard (@jakejohnhoward) joins Sol (@solthompson), Michael (@_smithstagram), and John (@johnhogeboom) to discuss John Deere, Walter Van Beirendonck, and his journey in the fashion world. Jake dresses - as we put it on the podcast - how everyone living in Brooklyn thinks they dress like, so tune in, hang out, and enjoy!

The original idea for this episode was a game - which, yes, Sol (@solthompson), Michael (@_smithstagram), and John (@johnhogeboom) eventually play - but conversations involving Funko Pops managed to derail basically the entire episode. So, here's what I'll do: I'm going to do quick descriptions for both. The boys are back, discussing Freddy Funko, Leslie Knope, and obviously, the best investment money can make: Funko Pops! Join Sol, Michael, and John as they discuss cornering the market, best investments, and grading their rarest Funko Pops on this episode of the Pop of Kings Popcast!It's time for some AI-generated fun, as Sol, Michael, and John link up to play "That game Sol talked to us about a couple of weeks ago that he said he wanted to play, but he needed all three of us to be available and John was kind of busy searching for a job." The rules are simple: Sol prompted the world's premiere, non-sentient (we hope) artificial intelligence with some questions about popular fashion items and/or brands, and John and Michael play to see who can break through the technology-powered veil to score points and prove their knowledge!It's an absolute blast of an episode - which includes a spit take - and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording. 

Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) are back with this week's special guest Harry Chadha (@harrychadha_), the man behind the incredible Telfar TV sets, Stadium Goods, and so much more. Tune in as the boys talk about the best and worst designed cities, the Houston Rockets, and how to set yourself apart in the design space. For anybody interested in furniture and design (especially as fashion becomes so much more intertwined), be sure to give a listen and enjoy!Love you!

I'm feeling lazy this week so here's a ChatGPT-generated episode description!In this episode of the Pair of Kings Podcast, Sol Thompson (@solthompson) and Michael Smith (@_smithstagram) delve into the world of fashion and explore what it's like to navigate this exciting, but often confusing, industry during your 20s. They discuss the importance of being true to yourself and not getting caught up in trying to fit in with the latest trends or what others expect of you.The pair also delve into the world of Dover Street Market, Honey Fucking Dijon, Thom Browne and what it takes to get featured in Vogue. They talk about the importance of building your own personal brand and making a name for yourself in the fashion world.So join Sol and Michael as they take you on a journey through the world of fashion, discussing all things cool, stylish and relevant to the fashion-conscious young adult. Whether you're just starting out in the fashion world, or you're an experienced trendsetter, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead of the game in the world of fashion.(Sol's back) Sorry about that description, it's way too serious. Anyway, have fun! Love you!

Guest Episode. Jesse Baez. Instant Classic. Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) and they hop in the podcast studio with none other than singer Jesse Baez (@jessebaez) to chat about how the hell to dress on tour, shoplifting in Guatemala, LA fashion and food, and (shockingly) League of Legends. We're continuing our streak of amazing guests, so tune in, hang out, and once you're done, go listen to Jesse's music. I'm doing it right now. Lots of love!

It's time for some very highbrow, analytical, probing fashion talk using everyone's favorite words. Just kidding. Had you going, didn't I? Join Sol, John, and Michael and they discuss cool clothes and accessories that they've found recently, tiktok and instagram fashion, and investing (literally) into some Rick boots. It's a classic boys episode, so tune in, hang out, and enjoy!

It's time for the first guest episode of the season, and we're joined by a pioneer in the streetwear game - literally. Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they chat with Bobby Hundreds (@bobbyhundreds) about the landscape of streetwear in the early 2000's, the 'holy shit' moment, and finding the next Virgil. Streetwear is older than some of you, so tune in, learn something, and have a blast! We're very happy to present this episode, and we hope you tune in!As always, huge thanks to Morgan for our intro (and outtro) this season - you can find him on Instagram @h00dass_morgan.

WE ARE FINALLY BACK, EVERYONE! Welcome to a new season, where the boys are back and badder than ever (that's Ice Spice/Michael Jackson bad, not first-episode-of-hell's-kitchen-dish bad). Join Sol (@solthompson), Michael (@_smithstagram), and John (@johnhogeboom) as they discuss holiday pickups, 2023 fashion bingo, a ill-fated bet that's most likely involving Long John Silver's, and so much more! We hope you enjoy the new season and the new episode! Lots of love!Special thanks to Morgan (@h00dass_morgan) for our season's theme!