The Soley Up To You cast sits down with JerLisa Nicole for a real conversation on culture, identity, and what it truly means to be part of the sneaker community.

We kick things off by introducing JerLisa—a creative director who wears many hats, from scientist to video director, while also giving back through community work and advocating for the visibility of Black women in the sneaker space.

JerLisa takes us back to her early days, sharing how her love for sneakers started at just four years old with the iconic Taxi 12s, rooted in a family deeply connected to sports and basketball.

The conversation then dives into the term “female sneakerhead”—breaking down the pros, cons, and why it became necessary for women to carve out space, gain respect, and create opportunities in a male-dominated culture. We also touch on inclu ...