10 Toes Down Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:55:59 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2649293 en-us © 2026 10 Toes Down yes 43d8993c-fd3f-5e3b-9fae-129b2ac3f368 andrew@charlottecontentmarketing.com Andrew episodic false 10 Toes Down is a podcast dedicated to footcare, culture, community, and fun!


Hosted by Dr. Thurmond Lanier, Founder and Medical Director at SmartStep Foot and Ankle in Fort Mill, SC, and Sheena Pickett, Owner of Alpha Male Nail Care in Charlotte, NC, we're talking about everything from footwear to foot conditions.


10 Toes Down brings you interviews with insightful guests, honest conversation, news about events and culture in the Charlotte-area community, and so much more!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Andrew andrew@charlottecontentmarketing.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/x5cy223z70qso0h2podysdso3qzv?.jpg 10 Toes Down https://www.buzzsprout.com/2649293 Stepping In and Stepping Up: Foot Care, Community, and Keeping It Real Stepping In and Stepping Up: Foot Care, Community, and Keeping It Real What do high heels, running marathons, and your daily hustle have in common? They all depend on ten small things you probably take completely for granted—until something starts to hurt.

Welcome to the official launch episode of Ten Toes Down! We are stepping out from behind the doctor’s desk and the nail chair to take our former Instagram Live segment to the next level. Hosts Dr. Thurmond Lanier (Podiatrist & Founder of SmartStep Foot and Ankle) and Sheena Pickett (Owner & "Petty-Curist" at Alpha Male Nail Care) are back from summer sabbatical to reintroduce themselves, share their professional journeys, and lay down the foundation for what this podcast is all about.

Combined, Dr. Lanier and Sheena bring over two decades of hands-on foot care expertise to the table—blending top-tier medical authority with real, everyday lifestyle, culture, and Queen City community vibes.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Meet the Hosts: Dr. Lanier’s 14-year podiatry journey leading up to the opening of his brand-new physical practice in Fort Mill, SC, and Sheena’s 13-year story building a barbershop-based nail salon specifically for men in Charlotte.

Wildest Foot Care Stories: From Dr. Lanier cutting melted shoes off an ER patient to Sheena managing severe lymphedema cases on the floor.

The #1 DIY Mistake: Why taking a pair of bathroom clippers to an ingrown nail usually turns a minor issue into a major infection.

What Does “10 Toes Down” Mean?: Unpacking the podcast philosophy and putting 100% into everything you do, maintaining total wellness, and connecting foot care to fitness, sports, fashion, aging, and culture.

The 3 Pillars of the Show: Real Foot Health (Dr. Lanier vs. Dr. Google), Charlotte & Fort Mill Community Spotlights, and Unfiltered Guest Conversations.

Trapper Truth (Rapid Fire!): Fast-paced takes on Crocs, socks with sandals, going barefoot at home, gym locker room athlete’s foot, and whether pedicures are actually medical care.

What’s Next: Updates on SmartStep Foot and Ankle’s new Fort Mill clinic location and Alpha Male Nail Care's local Charlotte pop-ups.

Connect With Us & The Community:


SmartStep Foot and Ankle (Dr. Thurmond Lanier)

📍 Location: Fort Mill, SC (Tega Cay area)
🌐 Website: smartstepfootandankle.com
📸 Instagram: @smartstepfootandankle | @thurmondlanier

Alpha Male Nail Care (Sheena Pickett)

📍 Locations: Charlotte, NC area
🌐 Website: alphamalenailcare.com
📸 Instagram: @alphamalenailcareclt

Enjoying the show?

Please like, subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen! Have a foot health question, shoe debate, or local event you want us to highlight? Drop us a comment or reach out on socials. We love hearing from you!

Keep moving, take care of yourself, and stay Ten Toes Down!

Produced by: Charlotte Content Marketing

]]> What do high heels, running marathons, and your daily hustle have in common? They all depend on ten small things you probably take completely for granted—until something starts to hurt.

Welcome to the official launch episode of Ten Toes Down! We are stepping out from behind the doctor’s desk and the nail chair to take our former Instagram Live segment to the next level. Hosts Dr. Thurmond Lanier (Podiatrist & Founder of SmartStep Foot and Ankle) and Sheena Pickett (Owner & "Petty-Curist" at Alpha Male Nail Care) are back from summer sabbatical to reintroduce themselves, share their professional journeys, and lay down the foundation for what this podcast is all about.

Combined, Dr. Lanier and Sheena bring over two decades of hands-on foot care expertise to the table—blending top-tier medical authority with real, everyday lifestyle, culture, and Queen City community vibes.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Meet the Hosts: Dr. Lanier’s 14-year podiatry journey leading up to the opening of his brand-new physical practice in Fort Mill, SC, and Sheena’s 13-year story building a barbershop-based nail salon specifically for men in Charlotte.

Wildest Foot Care Stories: From Dr. Lanier cutting melted shoes off an ER patient to Sheena managing severe lymphedema cases on the floor.

The #1 DIY Mistake: Why taking a pair of bathroom clippers to an ingrown nail usually turns a minor issue into a major infection.

What Does “10 Toes Down” Mean?: Unpacking the podcast philosophy and putting 100% into everything you do, maintaining total wellness, and connecting foot care to fitness, sports, fashion, aging, and culture.

The 3 Pillars of the Show: Real Foot Health (Dr. Lanier vs. Dr. Google), Charlotte & Fort Mill Community Spotlights, and Unfiltered Guest Conversations.

Trapper Truth (Rapid Fire!): Fast-paced takes on Crocs, socks with sandals, going barefoot at home, gym locker room athlete’s foot, and whether pedicures are actually medical care.

What’s Next: Updates on SmartStep Foot and Ankle’s new Fort Mill clinic location and Alpha Male Nail Care's local Charlotte pop-ups.

Connect With Us & The Community:


SmartStep Foot and Ankle (Dr. Thurmond Lanier)

📍 Location: Fort Mill, SC (Tega Cay area)
🌐 Website: smartstepfootandankle.com
📸 Instagram: @smartstepfootandankle | @thurmondlanier

Alpha Male Nail Care (Sheena Pickett)

📍 Locations: Charlotte, NC area
🌐 Website: alphamalenailcare.com
📸 Instagram: @alphamalenailcareclt

Enjoying the show?

Please like, subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen! Have a foot health question, shoe debate, or local event you want us to highlight? Drop us a comment or reach out on socials. We love hearing from you!

Keep moving, take care of yourself, and stay Ten Toes Down!

Produced by: Charlotte Content Marketing

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