Nike

Nike — it’s perhaps the most iconic and most prolific brand of
the modern era. On any given day, swooshes adorn the feet of more
people on earth than any other footwear company — by a long shot.


If you read Shoe Dog or watched Air, you may think you know its
history. But Shoe Dog ends in 1980, and Air… well let’s just say
it’s an enjoyable piece of fiction. And it turns out (as always)
that the real story is filled with far more drama, twists and
business lessons than either of those works.


We’ve been wanting to cover Nike for a long time, and thanks to
our LPs who voted to choose this episode it’s finally here. So
lace up your Vaporflys, Air Maxes, Dunks or Jordans (or your
Monarchs, hey we don’t judge), head out for a long run or walk
and enjoy!



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