What do sneaker experts say about buying Yeezy shoes online today given all the recent Kanye West news and controversy?
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 2 of 2 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence. 35 queries are still being classified.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
- adidas terminates partnership with Ye immediately · adidas-group.com
- Adidas ends Ye deal over hate speech, costing rapper his billionaire status · reuters.com
- Adidas sells another batch of Yeezy sneakers left over from breakup with Ye · apnews.com
- Kanye West and Adidas end ‘fight’ over decision to drop rapper over antisemitism · theguardian.com
- Adidas Shoes Yeezy: Is Adidas Still Selling Them? · wearandrepeat.com
- Adidas defeats appeal of lawsuit over imploded Ye partnership · reuters.com
- Kanye West’s sold-out Russia concerts cancelled, organisers confirm | Kanye West · theguardian.com
- Kanye West · theguardian.com
- Kanye West performs to 118,000 in Turkey despite bans elsewhere · tbsnews.net
- Buying with Authenticity Guarantee · ebay.com
- How to Tell If Yeezys Are Real: 350 V2 and 700 Checklist · worthpic.com
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
should i buy yeezys online now REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a direct answer on the safety and advisability of purchasing Yeezys online at the present moment. | — | web_article | ethics and popularity today | 2x of 3 | |
should i buy yeezes online after kanye west controversy REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a direct answer on whether purchasing Yeezys is currently advisable. | — | web_article | kanye west controversy impact | 1x of 3 | |
adidas yeezy stock market resale prices 2024 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to see how recent events have impacted the actual resale value and market demand for Yeezys. | — | pricing_page | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
adidas yeezy stock status and future releases 2024 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if Adidas is still selling remaining inventory or if Yeezy production has officially stopped. | — | press_release | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
are yeezys still valuable to buy in 2024 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the current market value and investment status of Yeezy sneakers. | — | comparison_table | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
is adidas still selling remaining yeezy inventory IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the current official distribution status of Yeezys directly from Adidas. | — | press_release | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
is it ethical to wear yeezys now IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for moral or ethical guidance regarding the purchase and wear of Yeezy products. | — | faq_page | ethics and popularity today | 1x of 3 | |
how to spot fake yeezys bought from resale sites IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for authentication guides because buying online carries a high risk of counterfeit products. | — | how_to_steps | authenticity verification guides | 1x of 3 | |
yeezy resale value vs jordan retro resale trends COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare the investment potential and market health of Yeezys against another major sneaker line. | — | comparison_table | competitor brand comparisons | 1x of 3 | |
adidas yeezy stock remaining future releases RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know about Adidas's official stance and remaining inventory plans for Yeezys. | — | press_release | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
stockx vs goat vs ebay for buying yeezys safely COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare major online secondary marketplaces to determine which is safest for purchasing Yeezys. | — | comparison_table | safe online resale platforms | 1x of 3 | |
kanye west controversy impact on sneaker culture and resale ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants deeper analysis regarding how the public scandals surrounding Kanye West specifically affect sneaker collectibility. | — | pdf_whitepaper | kanye west controversy impact | 1x of 3 | |
yeezy vs competitors best sneakers to buy instead COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants alternatives to Yeezys from other brands due to the controversy. | — | buyers_guide | competitor brand comparisons | 1x of 3 | |
kanye west antisemitism controversy impact on yeezy resale value ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand how the controversy has specifically affected the financial investment value of Yeezy shoes. | — | web_article | kanye west controversy impact | 1x of 3 | |
best sites to buy authentic yeezys safely online PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants trusted e-commerce platforms where they can avoid counterfeit Yeezys. | — | buyers_guide | safe online resale platforms | 1x of 3 | |
sneaker head opinions on buying yeezys online ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants specific commentary from recognized sneaker influencers and experts. | — | podcast_transcript | sneaker community discussions and forums | 1x of 3 | |
is it ethical to wear yeezy shoes after kanyes comments PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is seeking moral or ethical guidance from cultural commentators regarding wearing the brand today. | — | forum/qna | ethics and popularity today | 1x of 3 | |
how to spot fake yeezy boost 350 v2 online REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants specific instructions on verifying the authenticity of Yeezys purchased through online marketplaces. | — | how_to_steps | authenticity verification guides | 1x of 3 | |
best sites to buy authentic yeezys online safely PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for trusted online marketplaces to securely purchase genuine Yeezy pairs. | — | review_roundup | safe online resale platforms | 1x of 3 | |
best sites to buy authenticated yeezys online REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for a curated list of trusted online retailers for Yeezy sneakers. | — | buyers_guide | safe online resale platforms | 1x of 3 | |
sneaker head forums yeezy future value discussion RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to read peer-to-peer discussions among collectors regarding the long-term outlook of Yeezys. | — | forum/qna | sneaker community discussions and forums | 1x of 3 | |
what happened to kanye west adidas partnership REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a summary of the business fallout between Kanye West and Adidas. | — | web_article | kanye west controversy impact | 1x of 3 | |
yeezy sneaker price trend graph 2023 to 2024 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to see historical pricing data for Yeezy models to see if prices are dropping or stabilizing. | — | dataset | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
adidas yeezy partnership end financial impact report ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants factual data on the financial fallout between Adidas and Kanye West. | — | case_study | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
how to spot fake yeezys bought online IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how to verify the authenticity of Yeezys purchased through secondary online markets. | — | how_to_steps | authenticity verification guides | 1x of 3 | |
expert sneaker podcast opinions on yeezy future RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to hear direct commentary from prominent sneaker culture podcasters about the brand's longevity. | — | podcast_transcript | expert opinions and reviews | 1x of 3 | |
top sneaker youtube channels reviewing current yeezy market RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants video content from prominent sneaker reviewers discussing current Yeezy trends. | — | review_roundup | expert opinions and reviews | 1x of 3 | |
adidas yeezy resale market trends 2024 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants data and analysis on how Yeezy resale prices fluctuated following the controversy. | — | dataset | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
are yeezys still popular or dead IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know current cultural relevance and street acceptance of wearing Yeezys. | — | review_roundup | ethics and popularity today | 1x of 3 | |
are yeezys still considered cool to wear today IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to gauge current public perception and social stigma attached to wearing Yeezys. | — | web_article | ethics and popularity today | 1x of 3 | |
nike air fear of god vs yeezy COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare Yeezys directly against a major rival sneaker line. | — | comparison_table | competitor brand comparisons | 1x of 3 | |
adidas final yeezy drop dates and prices ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants details on direct-from-brand inventory clearance sales. | — | pricing_page | yeezy resale market and inventory | 1x of 3 | |
r sneakers community opinion on yeezy purchases ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to see what online sneaker enthusiast communities think about buying the shoes. | — | forum/qna | sneaker community discussions and forums | 1x of 3 | |
sneaker community reddit opinions on buying yeezys now REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants real-world opinions from everyday sneaker enthusiasts on online purchasing risks. | — | forum/qna | sneaker community discussions and forums | 1x of 3 | |
expert podcast interview about sneaker resale market crash yeezy RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants long-form audio discussions featuring market analysts talking about the Yeezy phenomenon. | — | podcast_transcript | expert opinions and reviews | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 917 / 1,421 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 917 / 1,438 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 12 | 12 | — | 917 / 1,473 |