We got a good show this week. Arianne Phillips is back on the pod. She’s an incredible costume designer and is back to talk about A Complete Unknown , the recently released James Mangold film starring Timothée Chalamet about the early rise of Bob Dylan. If you haven’t seen the movie, you need to – it’s fantastic. Arianne and I chatted about turning Timothée Chalamet into Bob Dylan , dress codes in the 60s, how dressing a character can influence your own style, the recent Levi’s collab, and more....
Jan 13, 2025•53 min•Season 15Ep. 12
My guest this week is Bartees Strange . Bartees is a phenomenal musician and songwriter. His new record, Horror, comes out February 14th on 4AD. Bartees and I discuss recording the new album, entering the Fit Pic era, his favorite designers, cityboy style, church music, horror films, and more. barteesstrange.com Watch the video for 'Sober' on YouTube * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Jan 06, 2025•44 min•Season 15Ep. 11
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Happy New Year! When it comes to style, some people like to travel down those safe, demarcated roads that lead to a higher chance of success, even if they result in predictable looks. Others have a greater appetite for risk and exploration. In this week's episode, Peter and Derek talk about the high risk/ high reward moves that will probably end in lifelong embarrassment, but could also make you a style legend. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their gift guide...
Jan 02, 2025•20 min
My guest this week is Nick Wakeman , founder and creative director of Studio Nicholson . Nick and discuss her love of film, Armani, her approach to design, what Japan gets right (spoiler nearly everything), teaching, retail, and more. It’s all in there! Follow Studio Nicholson on Instagram StudioNicolson.com * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 15Ep. 10
Patreon Preview from Blamo! With the holiday season here, Peter and Derek answer commonly asked holiday-related clothing questions. How should you dress while traveling? How do you pack? How should you dress for various social occasions, such as office parties, family get-togethers, and New Year's Eve celebrations? Finally, they share their holiday gift guide should you still be shopping for a last-minute gift. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their gift guide on the Blamo! Patreon...
Dec 12, 2024•20 min
My guest this week is musician and songwriter Pete Yorn To me Pete has always embodied the classic, but humble rockstar. Something that may not even make sense. Whether he’s collaborating with Scarlett Johansson or cutting it up on stage, he’s just the easy-going humble dude. Pete and I discuss his recent album The Hard Way , Bob Dylan, being a homebody, what he learned from REM’s Peter Buck, enjoying getting older, and more. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling ...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr•Season 15Ep. 9
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Jeff, Jeremy and Jian are back recapping Vegas, chatting holiday gift lists, finding the perfect gear, big fit jeans, hype coffee, and even what's the best tv buy?! Last but not least, our Ask Jian segment debuts! Dig in! ** Listen to the entire episode on the Blamo! Patreon
Nov 28, 2024•20 min
Robert Geller returns to the pod! One of our favorite designers is back to discuss his new role as head menswear designer at Rag & Bone . A lot has changed since his first appearance on the pod in 2017. We revisit what’s been happening in his life, chat through his design process, menswear’s new landscape, boot fits, and what’s next for Rag & Bone. Listen to Robert Geller's first appearance on Blamo! Rag & Bone Follow Robert Geller on Instagram * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted mark...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr•Season 15Ep. 8
My guest this week is Dave 1 from Chromeo . Dave and I chat, all things Chromeo, the new album Adult Contemporary , building a solid wardrobe, when to stop copping, being happy, and John Mayer calling out his watch game. Listen to Adult Contemporary * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Sponsored by G-Shock - Discover the full range this holiday season at Topper Jewelers...
Nov 18, 2024•56 min•Season 15Ep. 7
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Derek and Peter are back talking wardrobe fundamentals, and how to experiment with trends. The takes are hot…down to the blazer buttons. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their list on the Blamo! Patreon
Nov 14, 2024•20 min
My guest this week is designer Dana Lee of Dana Lee Brown If the name rings a bell, this isn’t her first time making clothes; she used to run her brand as Dana Lee in the late aughts. I remember getting her twill pants, which I still own, and they were simple, well made, and classic. She recently re-launched her brand not long ago after taking some time off, and it’s incredible. It’s a small collection, but as you’ll hear, it’s not made or manufactured the way her previous one was. In fact, she’...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 15Ep. 6
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Fall is here! Peter and Derek discuss what they're excited to wear this season, including shearling outerwear, tweed sport coats, and chunky knitwear. They also talk about some new-ish brands they've been watching, including a compelling Japanese line that feels a bit like Lemaire but is sold at a more accessible price point! ** Listen to the entire episode and read their list on the Blamo! Patreon...
Oct 31, 2024•20 min
My guest this week is Guy Trebay Guy is an author and reporter for the style section of the New York Times . Guy has written about style and culture since the 1970s, from the Village Voice, Interview magazine, and countless other publications. His recently published memoir, Do Something: Coming of Age Amid the Glitter and Doom of ‘70s New York , discusses his early life in the up-and-coming art scene of New York and is an extraordinarily heartwarming and compassionate read. (I highly encourage y...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr•Season 15Ep. 5
My guest this week is artist Phillip Toledano You might know him from his photography, the B/1 watch Toledano and Chan , ‘Geezer’ style, Viva Bastardo or his other endeavors. Phillip discusses his early career, designing watches, photography, and AI art, and revisits a book that changed Jeremy’s life. It’s all in there! Follow Phillip on Instagram * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 15Ep. 4
My guest this week is Tim Heidecker . Tim’s career contains multitudes—from his comedy career, Office Hours , to his acting to his music—it’s all in there, and it’s beautiful. Tim and I discuss family, Warren Zevon, Randy Newman, the Beatles, the difference between comedy and music, and his new album Slipping Away, releasing October 18th. Catch Tim Heidecker and The Very Good Band on tour in '25. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Sep 30, 2024•57 min•Season 15Ep. 3
My guest this week is Mike McLachlan of Manresa . Before we dive in, I have to say Mike gets into it, and I think his openness, vulnerability, and candor are among the things that truly set him apart. I’m not going to get philosophical here, but Mike constantly admits that he doesn’t know what he doesn’t know; he’s just trying to make the best brand he can. Which, as you’ll hear, is working. Mike and I discuss the origins of Manresa, big brother style, sobriety, the recent GQ article declaring G...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 15Ep. 2
Patreon Preview from Blamo! If you follow Derek on Twitter, you've probably seen photos of David Lane . He's the stylish guy who keeps popping up in Derek's threads about how to dress for different body types. Along with being an art teacher, David runs a custom leather goods business, where he mainly focuses on making handsewn leather watch straps (he even got the co-sign from Hodinkee some years ago when the two did a collab). In this week's episode, Peter and Derek talk with David about build...
Sep 19, 2024•21 min
My guest this week is Robert Triefus, CEO of Stone Island . Many people know him for helping to turn Gucci into an absolute powerhouse, but he's been in the industry for a long time—beginning his career in the early 90s. Robert has worked at Calvin Klein and Giorgio Armani , but we dive right into Stone Island. Robert and I discuss his career in the industry, the brand's allure, the infamous arm badge, Oasis, the new Ghost Collection, and how Stone Island is evolving in today's landscape. ** Pre...
Sep 02, 2024•44 min
My guest this week is James Pumphrey After leaving Donut Media and turning the internet upside down , James is back with Speeed! James chats with us about why he left, the state of Car YouTube, getting into Good Art, why crying is great, big fits and what to expect from his new venture – Speeed . * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 15Ep. 1
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America isn't necessarily about men's style, but it explores an important theme that can be easily transposed to any discussion about menswear. It's a book about how people buy outdoor gear to create an idea of a more "authentic self" and connect with nature. Derek chats with the author and professor, Rachel Gross, about her research and how commercial culture is tied to creating identity. ** L...
Aug 22, 2024•20 min
We got Mr. Throwback ! More specifically, the co-creator Daniel Libman (who was also a co-creator of Champaign Ill, another favorite of mine), Olivia Perdoch , costume designer, and even Adam Pally join in to chat. Before we get too deep, Mr. Throwback is a new show on Peacock/NBC featuring Adam Pally, Steph Curry and Ego Nwodim. We chat, working with Steph Curry, digging for good vintage, tailoring, the infamous white whale redwings, and more. Dig in, Tune in, whatever it takes. * Sponsored by ...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 14Ep. 20
Antonio Ciongoli of 18 East is back! When he isn’t skating ledges, he’s riding big fits, and I was so glad he’s back to dig in with me. Antonio helped usher in the big-fit revolution (or evolution). I don’t care what you call it, but it’s been amazing to watch Antonio’s brand, 18 East, flourish over the years. He’s such a talented designer and thankfully he joins me to check in on 18 East, Japan, LA pop ups and just being comfy. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selli...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 14Ep. 19
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Custom tailoring is fraught with potential problems. Maybe you chose a bad tailor or the wrong fabric, or a commission didn't come out as you hoped. Peter and Derek discuss some of the issues when wading into this territory and how to choose a good tailor. ** Listen to the entire episode and on the Blamo! Patreon
Aug 08, 2024•21 min
My guest this week is Luke Fracher of Luke’s (NYC and now LA!) Luke is a legend in the fashion scene. He is known for his wild, hot takes on social media and for having some of the best gear you can find anywhere. His knowledge of brands is almost intimidating, but you would never feel it as he’s a simple, humble guy – with a strong opinion. Luke and I chat about his life coming from Virginia, co-founding Round Two in LA, going full on YouTube, his love of Balenciaga, and bringing Luke’s to LA. ...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 14Ep. 18
Patreon Preview from Blamo! How does one become a bespoke tailor? Herrie Son is one of the few bespoke cutters left in the United States. She started at the London College of Fashion, where she focused on handcraft tailoring, and then did some work for Thom Sweeney and Welsh and Jefferies. She then flew back to the US and opened an independent bespoke tailoring shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Derek and Peter talk to her about what it's like to run a bespoke tailoring business in the US and how som...
Jul 25, 2024•14 min
My guest this week is Tom Kay , founder of the outdoor brand Finisterre A brand born in 2003 from the needs of hardy British surfers, Finisterre designs functional and sustainable products for those who share a love of the sea. In this week's pod, Tom and I discuss what drives design, wetsuits, surfing, and how to make an outdoor brand. We also chat about repairs, collabs, and how to unwind. https://finisterre.com * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next lu...
Jul 22, 2024•55 min•Season 14Ep. 17
My guest this week is bootmaker Graham Ebner . Graham has become one of the most talked about artisans of the past few years—a team of one, making bespoke boots by hand in his small workshop in Austin, Texas. Graham talks about bespoke bootmaking, working at the legendary Texas Traditions under Lee Miller, why he takes things slow, dealing with waiting lists, gatekeeping, and classic cowboy style. Graham Ebner on Instagram * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling you...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 14Ep. 16
Patreon Preview from Blamo! Shoemaker Nicholas Templeman has been working with Derek for nearly ten years and is one of the best artisans he has ever used. So it was about time that Derek and Peter invited him to an episode for a chat. Nicholas shares his career as a bespoke shoemaker, his process, and more. Dig in! ** Listen to the entire episode and on the Blamo! Patreon...
Jun 27, 2024•20 min
The return of author W. David Marx! David and I get back into it! Our first pod was a year and a half ago, and you’re welcome to dig into it. Recorded in Tokyo, David and I discuss his upcoming book, indie music, craftsmanship, getting dressed, artists vs creators, and Tailor Caid. The ramble begins now! Culture: An Owners Manual * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 14Ep. 15
My guest this week is Adam Brown , founder of Orlebar Brown Adam and I discuss how the brand was created organically, evolving past swimwear, holiday travel, retail, the perfect day, and what’s next for the brand. * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
Jun 17, 2024•57 min•Season 14Ep. 14
