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Style and Direction
by Ethan and Spencer
A podcast about classic and vintage menswear, but without the stuffiness! Join menswear enthusiasts Ethan, Spencer, and MJ as they talk about their personal style, the state of men's fashion, and even talk turkey with some stylish guests!Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
Episodes
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E169: Track, Field, and Hobbits
New pod is here, but MJ isn't (he's on a trip)! Spencer and Ethan talk about potential purchases (Ben Davis pants and vintage tiger stripe fatigues, respectively) before diving into athletic wear and Hobbit attire. Ethan then recounts how he brought his pal Josh to a Drake's pop-up to give him an...
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B75 PREVIEW: The Menswear In "Pennies From Heaven" (1981)
This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full episode, please subscribe on Patreon. This bonus pod is about the late Bob Mackie's excellent period costuming for "Pennies from Heaven" (1981)! It's a musical unlike anything we've seen before, with the characters lip-syncing (rather than...
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E168: How MJ Packs, Appreciating Aloha Shirts, and Camping in Menswear
This new pod is a fun one that has no philosophical discussion! Instead, Spencer talks about the best wedding he's been to. MJ talks about packing for a work trip to Washington and how he *only* brought Nike Killshots and Tabi boots (epic). Finally, Ethan talks about wearing vintage menswear to…
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E167: An Ode To Our Tailors, Catalina Island & Knowing Your Outfit Template
In the new pod, Spencer and Ethan give a shout-out to the most important person in their menswear journey: their tailor! Rueben and Noe have been helping us out for years, whether it's a simple hem or tear repair or a complete transformation, like narrowing a jacket's shoulders or reshaping the...
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B74 PREVIEW: The Menswear In "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" (2004)
This bonus pod has got our dynamite prepped for when we meet the jaguar shark that ate our pal Esteban. That's right, we're covering "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou"! The SaDBoys discuss how much they love Team Zissou's whimsical uniform and how dynamic it is, thanks to the sheer number of...
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E166: Dress Codes, Wedding Attire, and Appreciating External Occasions
New pod is out! The SaDBoys talk about recent outfits, from Spencer's rugged ivy look for Disneyland to a backyard wedding that asked guests to wear florals and vibrant colors in lieu of dark cocktail attire. This prompted a discussion centered around appreciating External Occasions, the rare…
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E165: Ethan Turns 31, Spencer's New Pants, and Discussing Online Intellectualism
MJ talks about wearing shorts, Spencer's dipping into poly-cotton with new chinos, and Ethan talks about how he celebrated his 31st birthday, all by approximating a mess jacket and breaking out his dumpy Christian academy uniform for a high school-themed party. We then spend the rest of the…
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B73 PREVIEW: The Menswear In "Wonka" (2024)
What are we doing? Making chocolate, o' course! In this bonus pod, the SaDBoys dive into the whimsical sartorial style of Wonka (2023), praising the titular character's elegant frock coat, ratty hat, and delightful scarves. We also get into the bespoke confections worn by Wonka's rivals, which…
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E164: A Baby Hitman-Turned-Tutor in a Suit, New Deck Shoes, and Why Social Media Sucks
In this episode, the SaDBoys talk about recreating a 10-year old cosplay (which, beleive it or not is an adult baby mafia hitman in a suit and fedora), Spencer's new deck shoes, and how much menswear content (and social media in general) just sucks...and why its all because content creators view...
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E163: Ethan In Japan 2026
After eight years, Ethan has finally returned to Japan and made a big, long podcast about it! In this episode, he talks about how much street style has changed in eight years, the state of vintage and contemporary menswear stores, and making 10+ dynamic, casual outfits despite only bringing a...
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B72 PREVIEW: The Menswear In "Heat" (1995)
We got our heads all the way up HEAT (1995), Michael Mann's crime drama that features Lt. Vincent Hanna's (Al Pacino's) crusade against master thief Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro). Both characters are professional and highly competent, not just in their actions but in their attire. Both of them…
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E162: Minigolf Attire, Capes, Pith Helmets & Why I Don't Believe In Outsourcing Style
Spencer, Ethan, and MJ talk about mini golf attire, how they would wear a cape, and how the Pith Helmet is an underrated spring hat. They also launch into a big discussion on the concept of stylists, how it feels odd to outsource their creative taste, and how much they like to have a personal…
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E161: The Importance of Whimsy
The new pod is all about Whimsy, a storied and chronically-online term that we think best describes our approach to menswear. To us, Whimsy is about Free Will, our agency to make things fun and amusing just for ourselves, a sentiment that we wished people would lean into more. We talk about how...
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B71 PREVIEW: The Menswear in "Quiz Show" (1994)
Our love of 50s menswear in movies continues in our next bonus pod, which delves into the outfits in Robert Redford's "Quiz Show" (1994)! This historical drama is set in 1958 and covers how lawyer Richard Goodwin investigated the rigged game show Twenty-One and how the scandal affected…
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E160: Museum Fits From Eight Years Ago & Cosplaying as a Jedi and a Priest (using Menswear)
In this pod, Spencer, MJ, and Ethan talk about a lot! There's a recap of fun cosplay events that Ethan went to, like Universal Fan Fest, Star Wars Day, and a Funeral themed birthday. We also talk a little bit about capes! But the big topic was reminiscing over an Occasion Spencer and Ethan did...
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E159: Cheeky Apparel Arts Headings, Puppet Attire, and A Very Anglo Thursday Evening
Spencer, MJ, and Ethan talk about how they would dress for Bob Baker Day by getting inspo from puppets AND their puppeteers! Ethan also recaps his very Anglo Thursday, as he went to parties for Drake's and Permanent Style. The SaDBoys finish the episode by discussing Apparel Arts yet again, this...
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B70 PREVIEW: The Menswear in "An American In Paris" (1951)
The subject of this bonus pod is a certified Golden Era Classic: An American in Paris! Can you believe that NONE of us have seen it until now? We talk about the wonderful music, the impressive choreography (ballet is v cool), and of course, the fantastic (and ultimately quite subtle) 50s menswear...
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E158: LARP-ing Around & Revisiting Esquire's "The Big Black Book" (F/W 2009 & S/S 2011)
New pod is out! We talk solid ties at a spring wedding, Derby looks for betting on a horse race, and the fantasy forward stylings of the Renaissance Pleasure Faire and making your vintage menswear work for LARPing with swords and Nerf blasters. The biggest discussion is our review of Esquire's…
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E157: The 2026 Oscars
In this pod, the SaDBoys get into quite a bit! Spencer talks about his latest batch of inspo photos that basically look like how he dresses already, as well as goes over the stuff in his eBay watchlist. Ethan talks about how the youth are wearing slim suit jackets...but pairing them with thrifted...
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B69 PREVIEW: The Drawn and Computer-Generated Menswear of Tintin
This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full episode, please subscribe on Patreon. This bonus pod is our salute to the menswear Tintin! The comics and CGI movie are a menswear enthusiast's dream. Each panel is vibrant and expressive, being a great case study for mid-century European...
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E156: Cellar Door & The Aperture of Acceptability
In this episode, the SaDBoys talk about the Fruit of the Loom DB, Ethan's love for his new bib shirt, and Spencer's fascination with vintage sportswear. You know: warm-up jackets and short shorts. Also, we get into a deep discussion about the Aperture of Acceptibility and how people’s acceptance…
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E155: The Only Day You Can Rock a Red Knit Tie
In this episode, the SaDBoys talk about getting shoes resoled, the J. Press runway show (it’s not *that* bad guys), and their festive red and pink fits for Valentine's Day! Ethan’s Blog: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2026/03/03/resoles-a-new-grey-suit-loving-and-larp-ing-around-in-riding-boots/...
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B68 PREVIEW: The Menswear of Train Dreams (2025)
This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full episode, please subscribe on Patreon. In this bonus pod, we talk about the workwear/Americana goodness found in Clint Bentley's Train Dreams (2025). Malgosia Turzanska's costuming is really well done, being a combination of true vintage, repro,...
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E154: Maybe We Should Consume More Menswear Content
In this episode, MJ shares how he plans to stay stylish and practical as an EMT, and Spencer takes us through the Americana-tourist outfits he wears when taking mini-vacations to local places around OC & LA! Oh, we also talk about where we keep our phone pocket (trouser butt-pocket is crazy)…
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E153: Vintage Isn't Gatekeeping & Why Effort is Good
In this pod, the SaDBoys cover quite a bit, like Pitti Uomo 109 (Fall/Winter, mind you) and their menswear New Year's Resolutions. Of course, the big topic of discussion was how saying something is vintage isn't gatekeeping and why it's *good* to put in effort to acquire your wardrobe, whether…
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B67 PREVIEW: The Menswear of Marty Supreme (2025)
This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full episode, please subscribe on Patreon. Dream big! Our bonus episode on the menswear in Marty Supreme is LIVE! In this episode, we gush over Miyako Bellizzi's excellent and accurate costuming. Even though there isn't a dandy, Apparel Arts dude in...
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E152: What We Wore On Christmas & New Year's Eve 2025
Happy New Year, everyone! In this first episode of 2026, we talk about dressing festive for Christmas: MJ and Ethan wear PJs while Spencer rocked a Bart Simpson tee to drink with Santa. We also talked about wearing black tie on NYE, where Ethan went out in the rain while MJ smartly stayed home....
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E151: Going Private, Outfit Repeating Revisited & Getting Inspired From Yourself
The last episode of 2025 is here, and it's a big one! The boys revisit the topic of "Outfit Repeating", diving into WHEN they decide to repeat, their favorite fit-templates to do, and the garments that have stayed with them over the years...as well as the suspiciously similar substitutes they buy...
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B66 PREVIEW: The Menswear of Scrooged (1988)
On theme for the season, this bonus episode is about the trope-filled 80s/90s menswear of Scrooged (1988). Everything is coded for audience convenience: corporate guys wear DB power suits, and a nerd has round glasses and a bow tie. But here’s the thing– it’s all good! And not only does this film...
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E150: Going Full Send With Fall/Winter Attire (and Friendsgiving 2025)
The latest episode is the SaDBoys' salute to Fall/Winter attire— the BEST season for dressing. They get into their favorite cold-weather pieces, how their approach differs from Spring/Summer (and "Early Fall"), and the aesthetics or rigs that hit the Spirit of the Season (vintage Alpine looks…
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E149: Moulin Rouge, John Wick & Dressing For The Early SoCal Fall
In this pod, the SaDBoys discuss the flashy, Belle Epoque menswear in the stage adaptation of Moulin Rouge and how they dressed as an assassin to attend a John Wick Laser Tag party. There's also a big discussion on "transitional weather attire" and how we like to dress in Early Fall, before it…
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B65 PREVIEW: The Menswear of All That Heaven Allows (1955)
The latest bonus episode is about the cozy (and masculine) vibes in Douglas Sirk's melodrama "All That Heaven Allows"! With its New England setting, color-forward cinematography, and Rock Hudson's flannel workshirts, it's a perfect fall movie. Romance is par for the course, but the movie is...
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E148: Hadestown, Halloween 2025 & The Cosmus Academy Banquet
The latest pod recaps this past spooky season! We talk about the menswear Anaïs Mitchell's epic musical "Hadestown", making pirate outfits out of 30s/40s vintage clothing, our very filmbro-friendly Halloween costumes, and of course, the fabulous start-of-term party for Cosmus Academy of the…
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E147: Two Menswear Events, Tucking Your Tie, Fisherman Sandals, and Congruity
In this pod, MJ shares a life update, Ethan recaps two menswear events (Freenote Cloth & Buck Mason) and why he likes tucking his tie, and Spencer talks about photography again. Oh, and we all have a big discussion about how fisherman sandals are a bit odd with jeans, why we like congruous…
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B64 PREVIEW: The Menswear of Inception (2010)
Your mind is the scene of the crime...and of surprisingly great menswear! In the latest bonus pod, the SaDBoys dive into Jeffrey Kurland's costuming for Inception. Even though it's a modern film, Inception has great style. Everyone is dressed in tailoring, with a style that leans elegant and…
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E146: Jason in Town, Tam O' Shanter, and Scott's Wedding
New pod alert! Spencer, Ethan, and MJ get into it in this ep, talking about the Lee 101J, getting dressed up in plaid to eat prime rib, and comparing rental tuxes to Suit Supply MTM for Scott's Wedding. OH— Jason Sandagon of Mad King George also came to town and hosted a little trunk show. He's…
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E145: Bronson, Brooks, and Bracing Yourself
In this latest pod, Spencer, Ethan, and MJ talk about their latest Bronson orders (Ethan and MJ's first time!). We then recount when our friend Brooks came to town and not only played Call of Cthuhlu with us, but DM-ed a D&D campaign that he wrote (and got published!). Finally, Ethan talks about...
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B63 PREVIEW: The Menswear in North by Northwest (1959)
The bonus pod is here and it's all about the menswear in North By Northwest (1959)! Spencer, Ethan, and MJ talk about this whirlwind of a film— and the iconic grey suit (with white shirt and grey tie) worn by Cary Grant as Roger Thornhill (or is it George Kaplan?). It's truly the star of the…
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E144: Visiting Beams LA, A San Diego Bachelor Party, and Ethan's Suit Supply Suits
New pod alert! It's a fun and caz ep, where the guys talk about visiting the Beams Pop-up (we wish it was Beams+), Moonstar Shoes, and going to a wholesome bachelor party in San Diego. OH and Ethan finally shares his Suit Supply MTM experience, going into extensive detail on how a slim fitting...
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B62 PREVIEW: The Menswear of Jaws (1975)
In honor of the film's 50th Birthday, Spencer, Ethan, and MJ discuss Jaws on the latest bonus pod! It's one of our favorite movies of all time and its absolutely dripping with style. We talk about Hooper's denim and beanie, the milsurp/workwear of Quint, and of course, Chief Brody's simple navy…
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E143: Riding Boots, A Fedora Lounge Friend, and Spencer Gets Into Photography
New episode is out! The SaDBoys talk about a few different things: Ethanfinally discusses his beloved riding boots, MJ says how much he misses wearing shorts (we recorded this before it finally got hot in LA), and Spencer shares how he got into Photography! Ethan also talks about meeting Patrick...
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E142: Celebrating Ethan's 30th Birthday
Ethan turned 30 and partied for an entire month! What a narcissist. In the latest pod, the boys talk about how they dressed for the various celebrations that Ethan celebrated this milestone birthday: dinner at a Polynesian-themed restaurant, going to Disneyland in riding boots, going black tie…
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B61 PREVIEW: The Menswear In The Phoenician Scheme (2025)
I, myself, feel very safe! On the latest episode of the bonus pod, Spencer, Ethan, and MJ talk about Wes Anderson's latest flick The Phoenician Scheme. In all honesty, it should really be called "Pinstripe Suits: The Movie". We mean that quite affectionately because all of it looks so damn good!...
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E141: Theatre Thoughts & Reviewing Pitti Uomo 108
Pitti Uomo 108 has come and gone...and guess what? We didn't go! However, we do spend this episode discussing our favorite looks at Pitti as well as what we would wear if we attended. Ethan also spills the beans on Center Theatre Group's noir-inspired take on Hamlet and what "Spring Awakening...
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B60 PREVIEW: The Menswear In Sinners (2025)
Let us in! The newest bonus episode has the SaDBoys delve into the expertly done Depression Era menswear in Ryan Coogler's Sinners. Not only is it largely accurate, but it's incredibly character-driven, making each outfit signal something about who's wearing it. And to our Vintage Menswear-pilled...
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E140: An Ode to The Navy Suit
The SaDBoys finally have a whole episode dedicated to the Navy Suit! It's certainly the first suit you should own, but it's more than just a basic or default. A Navy Suit has its own unique charm, one celebrates your personality without overpowering it. It pairs well with a brocade tie or your...
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E139: Ethan's Alaskan Cruise Travelogue
Ethan tells us about his family vacation on the Disney Cruise to Alaska! We get into the wholesome vibes of the cruise, experiencing the landscape and glaciers of Alaska (and the Yukon), and how this trip may have had his best vacation fits of all time. Ethan's Essay:...
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B59 PREVIEW: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)
The SadBoys run from Lefors as they tear apart the menswear in the film Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid. Newman and Redford are basically wearing vaguely western items from the 1960s in a film set in 1899! But damn it...they look cool anyway. This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full...
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E138: Ren Faire 2025, Who Was More Formal, and Thoughts on Banger Outfits
In this episode We chat about Ethan’s Ren Faire Outfit (and his glorious riding boots), discussing whether jeans+leather shoes or sneakers+trousers is more casual, and a big discussion on Bangers. Should every outfit be a Banger? Does it help to have Banger items (and what makes it a Banger…
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E137: Inspiration LA 2025, In The Bar of A Tokyo Hotel, and Hating On AI
The title has it all! In this episode the SaDboys talk about visiting the latest edition of Inspiration LA, the costuming in Tennessee Williams' play "In the Bar of a Tokyo Hotel", fun outfits at dress-up parties, and why they really dislike generative AI. Show Notes:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast about classic and vintage menswear, but without the stuffiness! Join menswear enthusiasts Ethan, Spencer, and MJ as they talk about their personal style, the state of men's fashion, and even talk turkey with some stylish guests!Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
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Ethan and Spencer
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A podcast about classic and vintage menswear, but without the stuffiness! Join menswear enthusiasts Ethan, Spencer, and MJ as they talk about their personal style, the state of men's fashion, and even talk turkey with some stylish guests!Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
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