Sips and Sneaks

The fellas are back in the booth to get you ready for the weekend. Kicking things off, AJ has you covered on the Sip side with the program’s first Cremant, and oh boy, is it perfect for the weekend. The two break it down with a Look, Smell, Feel, Taste; that of course, goes off the rails. Plus a twist to everyone’s favorite pairing segment, the ATZ, that has the two salivating on some unusual combos. From there, SJ is feeling nostalgic with the Sneaker of the Episode, channeling his inner kid with a collab with Yu-Gi-Oh! Find...

The fellas are back! That’s right, the fellas are back in the booth for a brand new episode after their summer break. They get everyone ready for the weekend, by kicking things off with a new white wine varietal that is ultra crispy. The two break it down with the return of Label Talk and everyone’s favorite pairing segment, the ATZ, that comes with a picturesque setting. From there, SJ shares the latest BAPE collab that has certainly piqued their interest, even though they might not have a use for them. They wrap up with everyone’s favori...

It’s time for a Top 5 of 2025 pod! That’s right, the fellas are doing something a little similar to last week’s pod.  With 5 months to go, they are looking back on some of the Top 5 Sips for 2025. We got everyone covered heading in the 3 day holiday weekend here in the States. From light wines to big, bold wines, and even a cocktail, there is bound to be something in here for everybody. So sit back and relax and enjoy this Top 5 Sips of 2025 pod responsibly. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

00:00 Intro, 02:33 Résonance Pinot Noi...

It’s time for a Top 5 of 2025 pod! That’s right, the fellas are doing something a little different for this pod. With 5 months to go, they are looking back on some of the Top 5 Sneaks for 2025. We got everyone covered as we look back on some of the best drops of the year. Some, the fellas copped, and others they had absolutely no chance. Were you successful with any of them? Let us know and make sure you Like and Subscribe! 

00:00 Intro, 02:24 Nike SB Jordan 4, 07:24 Nike Sb Dunk 'Tourmaline', 11:14 Nike Kobe 6 Protro 'Total Orange', 17:52 Nikw Kobe...

It’s time for another mash up pod! The fellas have put together a little end of the summer mash up pod to recap some of the moments this summer. We got Sip Breakdowns, Sneakers in the Wild, Sips in the Wild, ATZ pairings, Fab 5s, Sip Reviews and even a Sneak Review. There is bound to be something in here for everybody. With all mash up pods, feel free to bounce around and pick your own adventure. As always, please Like and Subscribe and follow us on our socials below! Cheers y’all!

00:00 Intro, 02:13 Sauternes ATZ...

The fellas are being a little irresponsible and enjoying a wine outside their budget. Coming from Washington, it’s a Bordeaux Blend from a prominent producer in the Columbia Valley. The pair break it down with the return of the Fab 5. From there, SJ shares a recent Jordan 4 drop that he sat on the sidelines for, but to test the market. He shares his reason for sitting out, and why he thinks they are still sitting. AJ then shares his Best Sip in the Wild, from a producer that needs to be on everyone’s radar. Next, it’s time f...

It’s another new wine grape to kick the pod off, and it’s coming from a French producer with a lot of history. How much? Let’s just say they are on their 13th generation winemaker. The two break it down with a special ATZ, to help you decide what to pair it with. From there, SJ shares a Jordan 4 drop that has the sneaker world hyped. Find out if we are going for them with the return of Drop Deets and Fire or Fugazi. Plus, AJ is sharing wine from a recent wine club that blew his mind...

It’s another jam packed pod and AJ is kicking things off with the first super tuscan of the program from a dynamite producer. They explain super tuscans and give a background on the origins of the producer. Plus they break things down further with the return of Label Talk and everyone's favorite pairing segment, the ATZ. From there, SJ shares another Kobe drop that will require all hands on deck for when it drops. This makes them wonder if we are in a Kobe renaissance or not. Next, AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild, that everyone ne...

The fellas are back and it's another jam packed episode for everyone. AJ is kicking things off with a Pinot Noir from one of his favorite regions. They break it down with the return of the ATZ, everyone’s favorite food pairing segment. SJ is sharing 3 sneaks from Nike Basketball’s recent sneaker drop announcement that he is buzzing about. AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild, which is perfect for Negroni and Chartreuse lovers. While SJ shares a sneaker grail that he almost pulled the trigger on. They wrap up with SJ’s Sip Review of their first...

It’s a special 4th of July pod for everyone and to kick things off AJ is sharing an American wine, with a grape, that has a bad reputation. Tune in to hear which movie is the leader behind the weak street cred. Not to worry, the two break it down with the return of the Fab 5. From there, SJ has a list of shoes that are perfect for any 4th of July celebration. The fellas wrap up with not one but two 4th of July segments to get everyone ready for the celebration. We hope everyone has a ha...

The fellas are back! However it’s not all positives. SJ is kicking things off with a shoe that handed him an L on the day of recording. Hear why he thinks himself and others never had a chance. Plus he shares his thoughts on the PE model he would protro and a bonus performance update on a recent cop. From there, AJ shares a Best “Sip” in the Wild that blew his mind while abroad. He defends his decision and gives a brief dive into one of the main components, chartreuse. To close out, the two wrap up with e...

It’s time for part 2 of our Summer Mash Up Pod! With the fellas dispersed this week, they thought it’d be best to put together a nice little mash up pod for everyone. This is part 2 of 2 and this go around, it’s for all the sneakerhead out there. We got folks covered with different sneakers, best in the wild’s, Drop Deets, Fire or Fugazi, and much more. With all Mash Up pods, feel free to jump around and pick your own adventure. Don’t worry though, the fellas will be back next week with new episodes. As always...

It’s time for a Summer Mash Up Pod! With the fellas dispersed this week, they thought it’d be best to put together a nice little mash up pod for everyone. This is part 1 of 2 and this go around, it’s for all the Sip fans out there. We have both wines and sips, including the same nonsense of Sip Reviews, ATZs, and much more. With all Mash Up pods, feel free to jump around and pick your own adventure. Don’t worry though, the fellas will be back next week with new episodes. As always, please Like and Subs...

For today, it’s a mega episode for everyone, since the fellas will be dispersed later this week. AJ kicks things off with a white wine that might be perfect for summer. They break it down with a new ATZ and explain why it's at the corner of crisp and complex, while being in the crushable neighborhood. From there, SJ shares the Sneaker of the Episode that is right up the alley for Kobe fans and Air Force 1 lovers. The two break it down with some Drop Deets and a new Fire or Fugazi. Next, AJ shares his Best Si...

The fellas are diving into a cocktail to kickoff this episode. But it's not just any cocktail, it's a sip that AJ thinks represents the Sips and Sneaks fellas, the Paper Plane. They break down the history, how to make it, and maybe what to pair it with. From there, SJ shares the latest sneaker taking the Finals by storm, Tyrese Haliburton’s Puma Hali 1s. See if they rather prefer the Puma’s or SGA’s Converse SHAI 001s. They wrap things up with the return of Sneak Reviews, where AJ shares his thoughts on the Air Jordan 5 ‘Grape’...

This episode kicks off with SJ sharing another Jordan re-release that might be the quintessential shoe for the program. Not just from a cultural standpoint, but also from an aesthetic standpoint too. They break it down with comps, Drop Deets, and the return of Fire or Fugazi. From there, AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild that happens to be a style of Sip that SJ is not about. Not to worry, AJ breaks it down and shares the different ways to enjoy it, including his preferred method. Lastly, they wrap with everyone’s favorite one minute reading, SJ...

The fellas are kicking off this episode with their first Sauternes of the program and only their second dessert wine. They break it down with a Look, Smell, Feel, Taste; as well as an ATZ pairing seggy that features both savory and sweet options. Plus, AJ gives everyone their next date night idea. From there, SJ shares a Jordan re-release that features a sportscar crossover. Come for the Drop Deets, but stay for the literal end, to hear his true thoughts on the shoe. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

00:00 Intro, 03:20 Wine of the Episode: 2018 Chateau Cantegril S...

With the Finals officially set, the fellas are kicking off the show with the sneakers worn by the MVP of the NBA this year. That’s right it's the Converse SHAI 001, by no other than OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. SJ shares Converse’s basketball background, where the brand is headed, and his Fire or Fugazi score. From there, AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild, and it's actually two, sort of. Two Sips from the same producer that are perfect for summer, and great to always have on hand, literally. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

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The fellas are kicking off this episode discussing the New Balance 2010’s with the new colorways dropping soon. The two give their thoughts on the brand, the shoes, and who’s collab has been their favorite thus far. As always, SJ has everyone covered with the newest edition of Drop Deets. From there, AJ shares everyone in on his latest Best Sip in the Wild, complete with a PSA and a possible new wine category? They close out the episode with another Sip Review courtesy of SJ, and the Sip Rankings continue to be shaken up. As always, please Like...

The fellas are coming off the long  weekend with a little hair of the dog or better yet some hair of the bear. AJ is sharing another wine perfect for SJ that is sure to shake up the sip rankings. They break it down with some Label Talk, and a new back of the label segment. From there, SJ shares a new Kobe 6 dropping with an equipment collection as well? See which piece of equipment has the fellas a little confused. They wrap up with SJ’s Sip Review and there’s a new top dog. As always, please Like...

The fellas get off track early to start the pod as SJ shares a drop that has the two perplexed. A new Jordan collab has them questioning what a crystal is, if they like safaris and much more. Not to worry, Drop Deets are back to get everyone ready for the upcoming release. From there, AJ shares a couple of wine trends that are hot in the streets. One, folks can definitely do at home, and the other, might require a professional. Find out if they’re about them or not by tuning in. As always, please Like and Su...

To start this episode, AJ is kicking things off with a wine that might be quintessential for his co host, SJ. It’s big, bold and has ties to a certain city. The two break it down with a new Look, Smell, Feel, Taste; Label Talk, and very specific ATZ pairings. From there, SJ shares his latest Best Sneak in the Wild that has him ready for the re-release in a couple weeks. Find out if they’re going for them and if they think it’s Fire or Fugazi, now. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

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SJ is kicking things off with a Jordan 12 re-release that has the sneaker world intrigued. First released over 20 years ago, find out if the fellas will go for them, with the latest Drop Deets. From there, AJ shares a new best sip in the wild, from a legend in the natty wine scene that had him thinking some wild thoughts. They close out with everyone’s favorite 1 minute reading, SJ’s Sip review. Find out if it's a bounceback for Chablis and if they maintained their #teamchablis membership. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

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The fellas are being tested on this episode. And by that, we mean their Team Chablis membership has been called into question. They featured their third chablis on but perhaps for good reason, as they go through some of their old rankings, and now they’re not pretty. They break this wine down with a special ATZ for the raw bar lovers. SJ has a new Best Sneak in the Wild and it’s all about foams. Plus, they close out with a redemption for the Rose All Day crowd, as SJ shares his latest Sip Review. As always, plea...

The fellas are doing something a little different to start the program. They’re kicking off the episode with 5 sneaks that just happen to be dropping this week. SJ gives everyone the need to know details, including when they’re dropping, the price, resell value, the sole verdict, and if they’re fire or fugazi. Then they each pick their one shoe that they’d cop. From there, AJ closes the show out with a new Best Sip in the Wild, and it's explosive. Spoiler, it might be the wine of the year so far. As always, please Like and Subs...

It’s a loaded episode today as the folks are covering everything from Rosé to Taco Bell. First, AJ kicks things off with a Rosé from France, in hopes to improve Rosé’s street cred with the fellas. Find out what the wine reminds them of and what to pair with it, with the ATZ pairing seggy. From there, SJ shares another successful drop that he can’t wait to officially have in hand. Hear how he got it and how it compares to other Kobe’s he’s copped this year. Plus, SJ’s also bringing some bonus Cinco De Mayo t...

The fellas are kicking off Sprintz #61 with a sneaker from a polarizing figure. Set to drop this later this week, SJ has everyone covered with the second installment of the Drop Deets. Find out not just if they are going for them, but also SJ’s success with this creator’s drops and also a wine comp too. From there, AJ fills everyone in on a new way to enjoy champagne with his Best Sip in the Wild. Ps, it’s not that dramatic. To wrap up, they have everyone’s favorite 1 minute reading, SJ’s Sip review of the duo’s...

For Sprintz #60, the fellas are discussing a wine from a part of the world SJ recently visited. The two unpack his time abroad, and break down the wine with dueling ATZ’s. Find out who has the best progressive meal, and what category the wine falls into. From there, SJ shares a shoe that has captivated the sneaker game, despite a shaky debut. Come for their thoughts on the playoffs but stay for the colorways they wanna see next. They close out with a Sneak Review from a non-sneakerhead that trust us, you don’t want to miss. As alwa...

Sprintz #59 kicks off with SJ sharing a Jordan Low, re-releasing after 10 years. Hear the not so subtle difference that has him excited. Plus, its the debut of Drop Deets, all the most important facts you need to know for the upcoming drops. From there, AJ is sharing a new wine experience he took part in, that frankly, he can’t recommend enough. Hear why it might be the next activity you and your friends need to try. Lastly, they wrap up with SJ’s Sip review of their very first Mexican wine, shoutout Gus. As always, please Like and Subs...

Sprintz #58 kicks off with a wine from a new region for the fellas, Mexico! They discuss the impressive and thriving region and break it down with everyone’s favorite pairing segment, the ATZ. It gets off the rails, with their thoughts on water balloon fights. From there, SJ shares his performance review of his recently copped Kobe 8 ‘What the’ Protros. Find out what he thinks of them and where they will land in the rotation. They wrap up with their Corked & Scuffed moment over the last couple of weeks. As always, please Like and Subscribe! Sprintz episodes are shorter in len...

The fellas are back in the booth for another Sprintz Episode. After a brief break, they’re back for a fresh new episode. SJ kicks things off with another successful Kobe drop, his third this year! Hear why he’s most excited about this re-released pair and how he plans to ball in them. From there, AJ shares his go-to Sip for the Spring and Summer months, which has a bad reputation. They wrap up with a tale from SJ’s travels abroad, that happen to be with a winemaker, a cab driver and a hotel owner. As always, please...

With the fellas dispersed this week, it’s time for another mash up pod! We are looking back on some of the moments from the year so far. In this edition, there are Duels, ATZ’s, Best in the Wild’s, Reviews, and much more. There is bound to be something in here for everybody. With all mash up pods, feel free to jump around and pick your own adventure. Some stuff might be new, some stuff old, so bounce around. Again we apologize for the brief hiccup in content, but we will be back next week with our regula...

The fellas are doing something a little different today on Sips and Sneaks. With SJ out, it’s the debut of Sip Sessions, presented by Sips and Sneaks. Half interview, half guest co-host, AJ has his friend Dan S. sliding into the booth to fill SJ’s shoes. It’s a session where they talk about a Sip, a Sip session. Don’t worry though, SJ will be back soon. The fellas get into Dan’s background in the Food & Bev space and his love for wines and New Balances. From there, they break down a killer Pinot from Sonoma tha...

In classic Sips and Sneaks fashion, the fellas are late on Air Max Day but are still trying to celebrate the festivities. SJ shares potentially the Air Max drop of the year and it has the fellas feeling nostalgic. Tune in to see if he goes for them and if he wants to see them in hand. From there, AJ shares a new Best Sip in the Wild that might be his favorite white wine of the year so far. Hot Seat: Chablis. They wrap up with everyone’s favorite 1 minute reading, SJ’s Sip Review, of the pod’s firs...

After a quick update on their bracket, Sprintz 55 kicks off with a new wine, from a grape the fellas have yet to discuss. They break it down with some Label Talk and everyone’s favorite pairing segment, the ATZ. However, things get contentious, as SJ is NOT a fan of AJ’s Zert. From there, SJ shares a tale from his recent endeavors shopping for deals on FB Marketplace. This time he came across a grail of his, that turned out to be too good to be true. Catch the full story and always, please Like and Subscribe! Sprintz epis...

March Madness has begun, and the fellas are talking Player Edition’s, commonly known as PEs. SJ shares not one, not two, but three historic PEs that everyone should at least be aware of, and some alternate options as well. From there, AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild, and it’s fair to say, he was missing his co-host over the break. They wrap up with their go-to steak cooking method at home, and the marinade might surprise some of you. Make a steak, enjoy some wine, spot some PEs, and watch the madness unfold this weekend. As a...

It’s time for another mash up episode, but this time, it’s the Sneaks edition! That’s right, the fellas have put together part 2 of the quarterly mash up, but now, they’re highlighting the different Sneaks mentioned so far this year. The two got you covered with Sneakers of the Episode, Best in the Wild, Sneak Reviews, halftime shows, and even bonus Sneaks.There is bound to be something for everyone here. Not to worry, the fellas will be back next time for a brand new episode. With all mash up pods, feel free to bounce around and pick...

It’s time for another mash up episode, Sips edition! That’s right, the fellas have put together another mash up episode, highlighting the different Sips mentioned so far this year. We got wines, cocktails, battles, ATZ pairings, Sip Reviews, Best Sips in the Wild, and even Worst Sips too. There is bound to be something for everyone here. For all the sneakerheads, don’t worry, Part 2 featuring all the Sneaks will come out next week. Feel free to bounce around and pick your own adventure. As always, please Like and Subscribe! 

00:00 Intro, 02:32 Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico...

For Sprintz 53, SJ kicks things off with a Jordan retro drop, that the GOAT never actually wore on court. Hear why the fellas are actually on the same side for once on the sneaker and let us know how you feel about the model. From there, AJ shares his Best Sip in the Wild after a long, overdue, journey. They close out with everyone’s favorite one minute reading, SJ’s sip review. Tune in to see if it cracked the top 10 of the Sip Rankings. As always, please Like and Subscribe! As always, please Like and Subscribe! Sprintz epis...

For Sprintz #52 the fellas enjoy a Sip everyone needs to seek out. AJ is so bullish that he believes it will crack the top 10, maybe the top 5 of their Sip Rankings. They break it down with some label talk and a special ATZ pairing segment focused on entrees. From there, SJ shares the best sneak he saw in the wild and it’s the debut of the Fast 5, the 5 facts you need to know for an upcoming Jordan 4 drop. They wrap up with another Sneak review from a non-sneakerhead. As always, please Like and Subscribe! Sprintz episodes are shorter in...