The Denim and Boots Podcast is the show for blue bloods and denimheads. On this podcast, we talk to maker, retailers and influencers to about recent and relevant topics in the world of raw denim, boots and heritage-style menswear. The show is co-hosted by Jake from Almost Vintage Style and Thomas from Denimhunters. This podcast is brought to you by Denimhunters, the platform Thomas started as a blog in 2011 that has become a voice for the denim industry and community. You'll find show notes ...
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We're taking a break with the Denim & Boots Podcast.In the meantime, Thomas has launched his own podcast, which is simply called the Denimhunters Podcast. You can subscribe and listen to it here:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515082550Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6yIfJzu9FBa7PhpqQq7cD4Q: So what's happening to the De…
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Jake and Kyle aka @rocktransformed on Instagram discuss the basics that go into a raw denim wardrobe for beginners or anyone looking to go for a minimalist wardrobe without buying too much.If you want more from Kyle, check out his blog: https://rocktransformed.wordpress.com/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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On this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Thomas is joined by Robin Meijerink aka Robin Denim. They talk about Robin's story, how he got into denim, and what he's learned from running one of the successful Instagram accounts in the world of raw denim.This podcast is a production of Denimhunters, the platform Thomas started as a denim blog that …
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In this episode of The Denim and Boots Podcast, Jake is joined by Patrick aka @tichoblancoshoes on Instagram, a boot enthusiast with a large collection who works at Taft in New York City.Together, they discuss the topic of small and one man bootmakers. These are people who take their passion for their craft to the next level, favouring quality and …
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In this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Thomas is joined by Wouter Munnichs from Long John to talk about vintage denim.Wouter has been collecting vintage denim for +15 years, but his passion for denim goes all the way back to the early 90s when I got a job in the first Diesel store in Holland. He was 17 then.After his time at Diesel, he start…
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In this special 'bonus' episode, editor-in-chief of Men's File, Nick Clements, takes us on a tour around some of his favourite spots in Tokyo.Nick recorded his montage, which he calls 'the Tokyo Crow,' during the CC Show in October 2019, which coincided with the Typhoon named Hagibis.You'll hear Nick explain what he sees and the people he talks to …
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On the first episode of season 3 of the podcast, Thomas interview Alex and Giles Padmore from Iron Heart International.They talk about how the brand got started. How motorcycling has been a key source of inspiration for the brands and how the garments are designed since day one. They talk about heavyweight clothes and the appeal of it, and how Iron…
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On March 9, the podcast is coming back! Yay!!In this trailer for the third season, Jake and Thomas talk about why the podcast was on a break, how the show will be different (and better) from now on, and last but not least they share who some of the guests will be.So stay tuned, subscribe, and set your alarms to March 9!…
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This week on the podcast, Jake talks to Kyle Robinson aka Rocktransformed (formerly 'Cold Summer').Listen to find out what Kyle learned during the year he was working for The Flat Head in Japan.由Kyle Robinson, Thomas Stege Bojer, Jake Rodriguez
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Mike Falkner from Wild Frontier Goods has done something many of us denimheads probably dream about; he's moved to Japan for denim.Listen to the episode to hear about how Mike ended up in Japan, and what it's like to live out there.Show notes: https://www.denimhunters.com/mike-wild-frontier-goods-s02e05/…
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In this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake talk to Mike aka Indigoshrimp about some of the changes we're currently in the heritage style industry.Specifically, they talk about the closure of The Flat Head, which was announced not long before the recording. This leads them to discuss how other Japanese brands may shut down when owners retire…
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In this episode of the podcast, Thomas talks to Pete and Tony from Tellason about choosing 'made in Japan' denim after White Oak closed.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-tellason/The all-American jeans-focused brand that’s based in San Francisco turned 10 this year. They were Cone Denim White Oak’…
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In this second episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast season 2, we have the honour of talking to the man who wrote Ametora, the book that shows how Japan has saved American style.In the book, W. David Marx explains how Japan has influenced not only heritage style, but also street style.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.deni…
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In this episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast's season 2, Thomas talks to Nick Clements, the founder of Men's File.Useful links:Men's File's website: https://www.mensfile.com/Men's File on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mensfilemagazine/Buy magazines: http://www.lightningclutch.com/clutch-mens-file.htmlEpisode show notes: INSERT LINKNick has b…
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The theme of season 2 is 'made in Japan.' We have a dozen interviews with influencers, journalists, retailers, and jeans and denim makers lined up for you.If you haven't done so already, please subscribe in iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/the-denim-boots-podcast/id1458327888?mt=2And to make sure you're not…
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On episode 23 for The Denim & Boots Podcast, we are once again joined by Lennaert Nijgh from Benzak Denim Developers. This time, we dig a little deeper to learn more about what it's like to make jeans in Japan.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-23/NOTICE: The podcast will be a season-based …
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On episode 22 of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas are joined by Lennaert Nijgh from Benzak Denim Developers. You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-22/Lennaert shares the story of how he got into denim, and how his passion led to start his own brand. As you'll learn, Lennaert is quite…
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Joining us once again is boot reviewer, Carl Murawski. For this second episode in a batch recording (the first was episode #20), we're talking about the state of influencers on the heritage style scene.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-21/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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In the 20th episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas are joined by Carl Murawski to talk about the seven most important benefits of wearing boots.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-20/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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This week on the podcast, Jake and Thomas are joined by Scott Morrison from 3x1 to talk about the travel documentary series, Common Threads, that he's launching.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-19/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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On this episode, Jake and Thomas are joined by Greg Tamura aka 'The Denim Hound' to talk about life after Instagram.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-18/Greg shares his thoughts on blogging, being an influencer (whether that's something you intentionally strive to be or not), and why there…
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This week on the podcast, Jake and Thomas are doing a special podcast version of AMA (ask me everything) where they answer listener questions.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-17/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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In this episode, Jake and Thomas are joined by Bryan Shettig from The Rife Stuff to talk about how he built his brand.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-16/You’ll learn how Bryan got into denim and heritage style, how he ended up living in Taiwan, and how he gets his clothes made in Japan w…
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In this episode, Jake and I talk about denim care and how to wash raw denim jeans. We discuss the pros and cons of never or at least very infrequent washing, as well as the different washing methods we recommend.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-15/…
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In this episode, Jake and Thomas are joined by Ben Woodhouse aka @clobbercalm.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-14/Ben has built a name for himself in the world of raw denim and heritage style with his Instagram account, which at the time of recording has over 77k followers.His success on …
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Keeping your boots clean and properly conditioning is not only important because it makes them look good. It'll also make them last longer. In this episode, Jake and Thomas talk about boot care.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-13/由The Denim & Boots Podcast
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In the twelfth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas are joined by YouTuber and product reviewer, Carl Murawski. You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-12/Carl has built a successful YouTube channel with +37k followers at the time of recording by sharing honest and well-produced…
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In the 11th episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas discuss top-shelf options and budget-friendly alternatives in five categories of jeans.The five categories are: Japanese repro jeans, modern Japanese jeans, modern Western jeans, heavyweight jeans, and bespoke jeans.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhu…
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In the tenth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas interview jeans maker and one-man brand, Ben Viapiana of Viapiana Custom Denim, about how jeans are made.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-10/As a second-generation tailor, Ben explains the steps he goes through to make a p…
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On the ninth episode of The Denim and Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about the different types of chinos and trousers, as well as the fabrics they're usually made from.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-9/In terms of types, they cover 5-pocket trousers, chinos, pleated trousers, work p…
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In the eighth episode of the podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about Jake's his favourite topic; leather. They discuss how it's made and the different types of leather.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-8/For the first time, they ask you, the listeners, to share news stories. If you know about …
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In the seventh episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about the different types of shirts that're popular as part of the heritage style.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-7/The list includes chambray shirts, flannels, oxford shirts, work shirts, jacquards, Hawaiian shirt…
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In the sixth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas discuss the five stages of making denim, and how they each affect the fades you can expect.The five stages are: The raw materials; spinning; dyeing; weaving; and fabric finishing.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-6/They als…
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In the fifth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and I give an overview of and discuss the most common types of boots in the heritage style scene.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-5/The overview includes the following boot styles: Engineer boots; Cowboy boots and ropers; Chelsea boo…
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In the fourth episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about the jackets they (and their fellow denimheads) often wear with jeans and boots as part of the heritage style look.You'll find the show notes for the episode here: https://www.denimhunters.com/podcast-episode-4/They give an overview of the most popular and common jacket s…
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In this third episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas discuss the features and details that they each look for in a pair of boots.First of all, they talk about how design and aesthetics, including Jake's preference for laceless boots and how Thomas has mostly been wearing boots with laces.Next, they talk about the materials that boots…
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In the second episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas talk about the features and details they each look for in a pair of jeans.They first talk about how the way denim fades is important, which leads them to touch upon how that's influenced by how the denim is made.Next, they turn to how the jeans fit, which they both agree is an esse…
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In this first episode of The Denim & Boots Podcast, Jake and Thomas introduce themselves and discuss how they got into men's heritage style, and why they decided to start a podcast about it together.Jake tells the story of how, unlike most denimheads, it wasn't actually raw and selvedge denim jeans that got him into heritage fashion.Thomas recalls …
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