AFK w/ Rick Williams | Designing the Ninja Adidas Shoe, Revolutionizing Art & Sneaker Culture & Balancing Creativity & Family

AFK w/ Ninja

Ninja & SALT

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4.8 • 638 Ratings

🗓️ 12 December 2023

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Summary

Multi-talented artist and entrepreneur Rick Williams stops by the AFK stage. He is the mastermind behind game-changing sneaker designs for Puma and Adidas (including the Ninja Adidas collab) and founder of DISTINCT LIFE. Rick discusses the fusion of artistry, design, and innovation that defines his work. Dive deep into the world of murals, hip-hop, and tap dancing as Rick shares insights on balancing a thriving career with his personal life alongside his wife. Explore how he defines success through positively impacting others' lives and the dedication it takes to maintain focus on work, family, and passions. Discover the secrets behind Rick's creative process and the influence of his distinctive perspective on the sneaker culture.

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0:00.0	Dude, Rick, how have you been, man?
0:07.2	Man, it's been crazy lately, just been grinding.
0:11.2	It's a lot.
0:11.7	This summer was a lot.
0:13.1	I did.
0:13.8	I was pretty slam this summer with nothing but fun in activities.
0:18.8	To be completely honest, I've just been doing a bunch of golf in,
0:21.0	chilling,
0:21.7	working out,
0:22.5	freaking some traveling.
0:24.5	Yeah,
0:24.8	I love golf.
0:26.1	Hell yeah,
0:26.5	dude,
0:26.7	I just started playing golf
0:27.9	and it is addicting.
0:31.9	Like, painfully addicting.
0:33.4	All right, man.
0:34.1	Rick,
0:34.3	let's just jump right into it,
0:35.2	dude.
0:51.8	Yeah. All right, man. Rick, let's just jump right into it, dude. Welcome back to AFK with Ninja, everyone, and lace up those sneaks because we got a special
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