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Season 1 – You Ain't Got These

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Lena Waithe hosts an exploration of sneaker culture, fitting in and belonging to something bigger than oneself.
You Ain't Got These — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Lena Waithe's passion is palpable, and sneaker-heads are bound to get a kick out of it, but newcomers may not get much out of You Ain't Got These.

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Danny Leigh Financial Times 04/10/2020
More information can Waithe breezes through the dense mesh of influences at play in the typical training shoe, while finding space for her own arc from first pair of Air Jordans to winning an Emmy. Thus far we have a winner. Go to Full Review Richard Lawson Vanity Fair 04/06/2020
It moves along gamely enough, but it plays like a discrete episode of something larger, a Frontline episode broken into pieces rather than its own standalone entity. Go to Full Review Jen Chaney New York Magazine/Vulture 04/06/2020
Lena Waithe makes an ideal guide to this exploration of the history and impact of sneaker culture... young folks who may not remember the rise of kicks can learn a thing or two. Go to Full Review Alejandro Alemán El Universal 05/26/2020
You Ain't Got These is a compulsively watchable documentary. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Rob Hunter Film School Rejects 05/13/2020
It's preaching to the choir and never gives an outsider reason to get excited. Go to Full Review David Griffin IGN Movies 05/13/2020
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Lena Waithe takes an engaging dive into the history of sneakers in America and how it has impacted the culture. Waithe, being a "sneakerhead" herself, is an excellent choice to guide newcomers and sneaker aficionados alike. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Lena Waithe

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Carmelo Anthony

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Jazerai Allen-Lord

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Billie Jean King

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Sean Wotherspoon

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Jeff Staple

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 6, 2020 Intro Sneakers embody every aspect of culture, including fashion, science and sport; that's what gives them so much power. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 6, 2020 Jordan A look at the greatest sneakers of all time; how Nike, Michael and Air Jordans took over the world, and consumers' closets. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 6, 2020 Hip Hop Adidas, Run DMC and hip-hop; how three little stripes changed the landscape of sneaker culture forever. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 7, 2020 Black Power, Pt. 1 A New Wave Lena leans in with Aleali May; how corduroy, black femininity and a collaboration with Nike made history. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 8, 2020 Black Power, Pt. 2 We Gon' Be Alright Collaborations are the new way; Lena syncs with Kerby Jean-Raymond of Pyer Moss for a look at the impact of third-party brands. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 9, 2020 Addiction Sneaker addiction is real, the feeling, the connection and the link to identity; Lena explores the psychology behind all the shoes people buy. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 10, 2020 Drops Jeff Staple's Nike Pigeon Dunk causes a full-on frenzy; Lena examines how a limited release changed sneaker history. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 13, 2020 Resale Reselling is all part of the sneaker selling game; Lena examines the insane money-making opportunity behind flipping. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 14, 2020 The Block Lena looks into the people and the hustle behind selling on the streets. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 15, 2020 Gender Sneaker culture is dominated by men, but Candace Parker, Billie Jean King and Leo Baker show the time for new voices is now. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 16, 2020 Jazz Jazerai Allen-Lord's first Reebok collaboration is about to change her life, and Lena mentors her through this emotional experience. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 17, 2020 Impact: Power of Sneakers Sneakers are more than just fashion for feet; they're a statement that has the power to make the world a better place. Details

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You Ain't Got These — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Lena Waithe
Network
The Roku Channel
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 6, 2020