Sole Free - Sneakers & Culture - DMC's Christmas Special

SOLE FREE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL w/ Darryl “DMC” McDaniels! Inside “Darryl’s Christmas in Hollis” – The Message, The Memories, The Magic.This week on Sole Free, we’re in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn at the legendary, independently owned The BookMark Shoppe for a holiday celebration like no other — the official book signing for Darryl’s Christmas in Hollis, the brand-new children’s book from hip-hop icon Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of RUN-DMC.Join Harlan as he sits down with DMC to talk about:🔥 The real meaning behind the book — inclusivity, unity, culture & kindness🔥 Holiday traditions from Hollis to Brooklyn🔥 His most iconic Christmas memories (yes… the bike AND the Big Jim camper)🔥 How food, music, and customs connect all cultures🔥 Why representation matters in children’s literature🔥 The incredible educators who helped shape the book🔥 And the world’s greatest Christmas cookies (just ask Santa 😆)Plus:📚 A spotlight on The Bookmark Shoppe—a 23-year Brooklyn staple supporting authors, kids, communities & nationwide shipping🎁 Fun moments with Angelina, one of the shop’s superstar young readers🎄 A special holiday gift exchange that brings out BIG nostalgiaWhether you’re a RUN-DMC fan, a sneakerhead, a book lover, or just love great Christmas stories… this episode brings ALL the holiday vibes.Hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your favorite childhood holiday memory below! 🎅🏽✨Happy Holidays from Harlan, DMC, and the entire Sole Free fam. ❤️💚#DMC #RunDMC #ChristmasInHollis #SoleFree #Harlan #BookSigning #Brooklyn #HolidaySpecial #HipHopLegends #Christmas2025 #ChildrenBooks #BookmarkShoppeEXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna DrakePRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. AdamsFollow Harlan on Instagram and TikTok: theofficialharlanFor more on Harlan Friedman and Sole Free: www.solefreeradio.com