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12/05/2025
In the old world, media was something you [bought]. In the new world, media is something you [BUILD].
just became the first podcast with a sneaker deal from adidas—and it’s bigger than a bag. It’s a signal:
🟡 New media is now part of the D2C playbook.
🟡 Niche, hyper-local platforms can move culture [and] product.
🟡 Community equity > follower count.
This is what happens when barbershop stories, local credibility, and consistent content turn into a distribution engine brands can’t ignore.
Full breakdown on how 520 did it—and what it means for creators building from the ground up—on the blog.
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