Nike lost its cool
Jun 11, 2026•26 min
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Episode description
And once a brand has lost its cool, it's almost impossible to get it back.
This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Gabriel Dunatov, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces wearing her Nike A'One player exclusive signature shoes. Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images.
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