Interview with Pro Sports Music Curator DJ Heat - PART 1: DC Sneaker Culture & Retail Hustle

Sole Material sits down with Washington DC native DJ Heat, a true footwear connoisseur and the official soundtrack composer for the Mystics (WNBA), Wizards (NBA), Defenders (UFL) and Unrivaled League.

From managing successful retail stores to navigating the ever-changing world of streetwear, DJ Heat shares hard-earned insights on what it took to rise up in the DMV shoe game. We also take a trip down memory lane—talking about the kicks that started it all, the culture that shaped her passion and what shoes really mean beyond the hype.

Whether you’re a sneakerhead, nostalgia enthusiast, or just love a good origin story, this episode is packed with inspiration and real talk from someone who’s lived it.