Mike Cirker of Alpha Industries and the Kanye Effect

<p>My guest this week is <strong>Mike Cirker</strong>, CEO of <a href="https://www.alphaindustries.com">Alpha Industries.</a></p><p>Alpha Industries is known for its iconic military jackets from the MA-1 to the M-65. The brand has been in business for over 60 years making pieces that have now become staples in every wardrobe.</p><p>Mike and I discuss growing up in the business, the pros, and cons of being a heritage brand, marketing in 2021, and navigating the Kanye effect of the MA-1.</p><p><br />**<br />Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim <a href="https://standardandstrange.com/pages/blamo">here</a></p><p><a href="https://www.sperry.com/en/giveaway">Sperry</a> - Sign up and win a free pair of Sperry's!</p><p>and <a href="https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en">Grand Seiko</a> - Celebrate the nature of time this fall with Grand Seiko</p><p>**</p><p>Got a hot take? Leave us a voicemail +1.917.267.2495 or email us info@blamopod.com</p>