S1 E1: Slam Jam, The Foundation

Introducing The Anthropology, a new series brought to you by HYPEBEAST Radio, where we take a deep dive into the companies, brands and people shaping fashion and culture today. Each season focuses on a different topic that criss-crosses borders, languages, genres and eras to tell the story and break down the ethos of these key figures. In its first season, “Fashion Anthropology,” journalist Tiffany Godoy talks to the artists, designers and tastemakers that surround Slam Jam. It serves as not only a distributor, retail space and online store, but also a cultural hub for art, fashion, music and much more. Slam Jam holds on strong to its underground roots, pioneering the wave of streetwear in Europe before it became mainstream. In episode 1, Tiffany dives into Slam Jam’s mission, inspiration and early beginnings. Interviewing Gabriele Casaccia, Creative Director of Slam Jam and Angelo Flaccavento, columnist for Business of Fashion and editor at Italian Vogue, we learn about the international mindset of founder Luca Benini and his connection to American streetwear such as Stüssy, Carhartt WIP and Aries. While the remote town of Ferrara, Italy plays a strong role in the foundation of Slam Jam, the brand has also adhered to the likings of British and American culture. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE and The Business of HYPE. https://hypebeast.com/radio http