EP. 45 | Brendan Dunne on Full Size Run, Sneaker Media, and His New Role at StockX

From Full Size Run to StockX, Brendan Dunne has helped define how sneaker culture is talked about — and now, how it’s built.In this episode of the Last Flight Out Podcast, we sit down with Brendan Dunne, one of the most influential voices in sneaker media, to unpack his journey from Sole Collector and Complex’s Full Size Run to stepping inside the industry as Senior Director of Customer Community & Engagement at StockX.Brendan opens up about what was missing in early sneaker journalism, how Full Size Run changed the tone of sneaker conversations, and the delicate balance between authentic critique and brand relationships. We get real about hype vs. authenticity, whether sneaker culture has lost its edge, and what “community” really means in a resale-driven world.This conversation goes beyond sneakers. It’s about identity, storytelling, leadership, and evolution — and what happens when you stop covering the culture and start shaping it from the inside.If you care about sneakers, media, culture, or building something meaningful without losing your voice, this episode is for you.🎙️ What We Cover in This EpisodeBrendan Dunne’s early days at Sole CollectorThe behind-the-scenes story of Full Size RunHow sneaker media reshaped culture — for better or worseNavigating honesty, hype, and brand pressureWhy Brendan joined StockX after years in mediaWhat “community” means in today’s sneaker economyThe tension between culture and commerceBrendan’s personal “Last Flight Out” moment👟 About Brendan DunneBrendan Dunne is a sneaker journalist, cultural commentator, and community builder. He co-created Full Size Run, co-hosted the Complex Sneakers Podcast, worked closely with brands like Adidas, Reebok, and Foot Locker, and now leads global community engagement at StockX.✈️ About Last Flight OutLast Flight Out is a podcast about ambition, culture, and the decisions that shape who we become. Hosted by Mike McKenzie and Jay Loubriel, we explore the highs, lows, and pivotal moments behind success — across business, culture, and creativity.🔔 Don’t ForgetFOLLOW OUR HOSTS: Jay ➡️ https://instagram.com/jloubriel26 Mike ➡️ https://instagram.com/ifmikewashere FOLLOW LAST FLIGHT OUT PODCAST: YouTube ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@LastFlightOutPodcast Website ➡️ https://www.lastflightoutpodcast.com Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/lastflightoutpodcast/ TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@lastflightoutpodcast Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-flight-out-podcast/id1711422290 Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/2xZJhd2qIw5IxV4VBQufZnPods Media (Onchain) ➡️ https://pods.media/last-flight-out👍 Like the episode💬 Drop a comment — Has sneaker culture evolved or lost its edge?📩 Subscribe for more conversations with culture-shaping voices#BrendanDunne #FullSizeRun #StockX #SneakerCulture #SneakerPodcast #ComplexSneakers #SoleCollector #StreetwearCulture #SneakerCommunity #LastFlightOutPodcast #CultureAndCommerce #HypeVsAuthenticity #snkrsapp #jordans #nikemind #nike