What does it really mean to be tied to the culture? In this episode of Tunnel Fits Podcast, we sit down with Heather Saldivar, founder of W Ties, and Jasmine Maietta, founder/CEO of Round21, to talk women’s sports fashion, community-driven brands, and how style becomes identity. Heather shares how a single upcycled tie turned into a movement embraced across women’s basketball, while Jasmine breaks down how Round21 blends sport, art, and culture into wearable storytelling. Together, they unpack what it takes to build authentic brands in women’s sports without losing cultural integrity. We get into: How W Ties and Round21 came together for a collaboration rooted in purpose Why accessories and apparel carry meaning beyond the fit Building community-first brands in women’s sports Fashion as storytelling, identity, and resistance Staying authentic while scaling in a hype-driven industry This conversation is for anyone passionate about WNBA culture, women-led brands, streetwear, sneakers, and sports fashion — and for creatives looking to build something that actually lasts. If you care about sport, style, and culture colliding, this one’s for you.

Sneaker style & smart spending with Talks with TJ| Tunnel Fits Podcast S2E10

TJ ⁨@TalksWithTJ⁩ joins Tunnel Fits Podcast for a full deep dive into women’s sneaker culture, budgeting for your collection, and the rise of signature shoes in the WNBA. We put her through our Start, Bench, Cut game featuring the A’One, AR1, and the Swoopes 1 — and yes, she was stressed. In this episode, we talk about: • Tips for budgeting while still growing your collection • The evolution of fashion brands • Ranking the A’One, AR1, and the Swoopes 1 • WNBA fashion, tunnel fits, and who’s really setting trends • Her Top 5 best dressed WNBA players • Her advice for new sneaker collectors If you’re tapped into WNBA culture, sneakers, or the tunnel fits movement, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 20:39 Budget-friendly sneaker game tips 24:24 TJ’s Top 5 best dressed WNBA player 46:45 Start Bench Cut (A’One, AR1, Swoopes 1) FOLLOW US Instagram: tunnelfitspodcast Website: https://tunnelfitspodcast.wordpress.com/ FOLLOW OUR GUEST: IG: Talks.with.tj YOUTUBE: ⁨@TalksWithTJ⁩ LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts ABOUT US Tunnel Fits Podcast covers WNBA fashion, sneakers, and culture — hosted by Roc Pearson and K-Self. We bring you the conversations driving the new era of women’s sports style.

Asia McMillan (Director of Content, Connecticut Sun) | Tunnel Fits Podcast S2 Ep8 The WNBA tunnel walk is now a runway, and we've got the insider to prove it! Welcome back to Tunnel Fits! In Season 2, Episode 8, we sit down with the incredible Asia McMillan, the Director of Content for the Connecticut Sun. She's on the front lines of the WNBA's biggest cultural moment and knows exactly who's driving the style revolution. Get ready for the ultimate fashion-meets-hoops deep dive. Asia breaks down: 👟 Her Top 5 Best Dressed WNBA Players: Find out which athletes are setting the trends and who belongs in the style hall of fame. (Is your favorite on the list?) ✨ WNBA Sneaker Culture: We talk favorite kicks, signature shoes, and how players are making a statement with their footwear. 🌟 The All-Star Game Style: Asia gives us the behind-the-scenes look at the biggest fashion moments from this year's WNBA All-Star game. 📈 The WNBA as the Next Fashion Epicenter: Hear Asia's theory on why women's basketball is poised to become the most influential source for global style and trendsetting. Don't miss this high-energy conversation that goes beyond the box score and straight into the trends shaping culture! #TunnelFits #AsiaMcMillan #WNBAStyle #ConnecticutSun #WNBAFashion #SneakerCulture #WNBAAllStar #WomensBasketball #Podcast #FashionTrends Follow Asia McMillan: 📸 ⁨@iamasiamcmillan⁩