The Tortoise Podcast

Sneakered: Adidas, Yeezy & Kanye

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The deal between Kanye West and Adidas was no ordinary celebrity endorsement. Now under renewed scrutiny after West’s outrageous behaviour, how can one rapper’s departure cause such chaos at a multinational sportswear brand?

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