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Actual Fan of Sneakers

Published by Anthony Levine

  • Fashion & beauty
  • Arts
  • Leisure
  • Hobbies

This is a sneaker podcast featuring Anthony Levine, longtime collector and former Sneaker Youtuber. I love sneakers from all brands and created this podcast to share my pickups, thoughts on upcoming releases and sneaker related news, and what pairs I plan on getting. When I have sneaker lifestyle tips I will feature those as well. Current schedule: Weekly on Tuesday Mornings

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  1. Number 164Fashion & beautyCanada

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Recent episodes

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  1. Getting Seeded (Or Not) from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Sep 15, 202624 min

    In this episode I ramble on as to why, as well known as I felt like I was, I almost never got seeded pairs, what I think it might have taken, and other thoughts. Also, the upcoming pairs of course Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  2. $300+ Retail?! from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Sep 8, 202629 min

    In this episode we talk about pairs that will retail for what is essentially a resell price (to me). Then, some other, more "affordable", upcoming kicks! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  3. I'll Teach You How To Stunt from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Sep 1, 202624 min

    In this episode we go over the return of the G-G-G-G-G-G- G-UNIT Sneakers. Then of course some more upcoming kicks as usual! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  4. Back on the Grind Slangin' Kicks from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Aug 25, 202624 min

    In this episode I go over being back selling pairs again, my mentality on it and how it's going. Also, some new upcoming pairs to consider! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  5. MTO - Made To Order Sneakers from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Aug 19, 202618 min

    In this episode I talk about sneakers being made to order (not the same as preorder). Then, onto the upcoming kicks! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  6. Is It Really Collabs People Are Sick Of? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Aug 11, 202619 min

    In this episode I go over whether the sneaker game has collab fatigue... or is it something else? Also, some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  7. Coolkicks Again? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Aug 4, 202624 min

    This episode will touch on the recent legal troubles with another co-owner of Coolkicks and then, of course, the upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  8. Why Sneaker Content? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jul 28, 202622 min

    In this episode I talk through my thoughts on why even make sneaker content, especially considering I'm on somewhat of a hiatus? And of course, upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  9. Straight To The Kicks 1 from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jul 21, 202620 min

    Here's the first episode in a while where rather than a central topic, I just get straight into the upcoming kicks. No BS, no filler! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  10. If You Want To Stop Buying Tons of Kicks, You Need Momentum from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jul 14, 202622 min

    In this episode, I go over how momentum is definitely needed if you wanna stop any deep, seeded habit, such as buying way too many pairs. And also, new pairs to buy! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  11. Sliding Scale Of What I Collect Based On Financial Situation from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jul 7, 202634 min

    This is not a diss against any hobby, it's just one hobby is like $1-2 per purchase and one is $100 minimum, soooooo.... Plus, upcoming pairs, of course! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  12. Sneakerhead Or Content Creator? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jun 30, 202627 min

    At what point does our collection become just part of a content mill? I discuss this plus some upcoming pairs as usual! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  13. Main June 2026 Pickup - Air Max 95 Slate from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jun 23, 202622 min

    Finally! A new sneaker. I talk about this shoe and also how it feels to get the "one" shoe for the month after weaning off some bad spending habits. Also, ironically, possible new pairs to splurge on! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  14. Curry Picked Li Ning from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jun 16, 202624 min

    In this episode I go over recent sneaker news about Steph Curry of Golden State Warriors fame signing with Chinese basketball sneaker brand Li Ning. Then, of course, some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  15. The Air Jordan Customer = Too Ballin For This Economy? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jun 9, 202628 min

    In this episode I'm looking at the brand that charges more and wondering if raising prices in an on-the-ground recession is the smartest move? Also, upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  16. Sometimes The Deals Are What Drain Bank Accounts from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    Jun 2, 202632 min

    In this episode I got a ramble on why always looking for deals will both build out your collection with unique sleepers and also low key destroy your wallet. And how I'm reclaiming pairs I had up for sale, since I'm not copping that much these days. Plus, some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  17. Make Your Shoes Interesting and They Will Sell from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    May 26, 202620 min

    In this episode we look at the recent tale of two Threes, and what made one sell out while the other sat? Also, some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  18. Going Into "Buy Less" Mode And Can My Interest Survive? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    May 19, 202625 min

    In this episode I go into what can trigger a "buy less" phase for the collection, what are the steps to get out of it, the trap of "deals" and whether or not you can come back from not buying pairs constantly after doing so for so long. Plus, a review of the AJ1 low banned and then as usual some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  19. We Are Business Experts Now When It Comes To Sneaker Companies from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    May 12, 202625 min

    Here's a ramble coming from a guy with a degree in business management wondering if a companies financial status affects how "cool" the company is, and if there's anything dorkier than talking about whether something is "cool" or not. Then, as usual, some upcoming pairs to discuss. Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

  20. More Air Forces and SBs and... A Shoe That is Both? from Actual Fan of Sneakers, opens in a new tab

    May 5, 202622 min

    In this episode the latest pickups to discuss include the Songkran SBs, Heat Map AF1s and the AF1 x SB collab model. And then as always, some upcoming pairs! Thanks as always for listening AFS Squad! Shoutout to the Patrons: Kingsley G, Tristan S, Joshua N, John You can support this podcast, get your name listed above and get early access to episodes (paid tier) at: Patreon.com/ActualFanOfSneakers

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