JT:  What’s your take on the industry shift to not using actual exotic materials?

SW:  The European high fashion brands are still using python, ostrich and stingray on their shoes, but in the past few years I can only think of a few examples of athletic brands using leathers such as anaconda and crocodile. So I don’t think it’s really a big issue. I’m not sure why the policy came about, but it’s obviously a good thing if you’re an animal with a fancy pelt!

JT:  If you could work with one other PUMA footwear style, which would it be?

SW:  Easy question. The XS850.

JT:  What are the top 3 things you are into right now?

SW:  Better Call Saul, Bringatrailer.com and Jim’s Special Fried Rice