Podcasts about Alien Workshop

Full episode on the Living Proof Patreon. William Strobeck for Living Proof Radio. Through decades of work behind a camera, William Strobeck's auteurship and taste has been massively influential in shaping the look of today's era of skateboarding.Strobeck was born in Syracuse, New York, and moved to Philadelphia as a teenager, where he skated and filmed at the legendary Love Park. Within a few years, he began working with Alien Workshop filming for Photosynthesis (2000), and moved to New York City shortly afterwards. Becoming immersed in the city's downtown scene, Strobeck would continue his work in filmmaking, and was eventually brought on board by Supreme for their full-length video, Cherry (2014). Strobeck featured a number of young skaters he had been filming with in New York, introducing the world to a new generation of stars including Tyshawn Jones, Sage Elsesser, Sean Pablo, Aiden Mackey, Ben Kadow, Nakel Smith and Kevin Bradley. The release of Cherry is looked back on as a major turning point within skate-culture, and marked a noticeable change in skate videos moving forward. Filmers everywhere would soon mimic his signature style of cinematography, use of B-roll footage, and eclectic soundtracking in their videos.Today, Strobeck continues to film for Supreme, and in October of 2021 he founded Violet, his own skateboard company with a team comprised of Troy Gipson, Kader Sylla, Efron Danzig, Patrick O'Mara, Mike Ward, Joseph Campos, Kris Brown, Kyle Teh, Auguste Bouznad, Jax Effs and Seven Strong.http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyorkhttp://livingproofnewyork.com

Episode 102 with Mike O'Meally, skateboarder and photographer from Sydney, Australia.Together we discussed his life and career, from growing up in Sydney and picking up his first board in the late 80's, starting to shoot skate photos in the early 90's and getting them published in local skate magazine Slam, moving to NYC in 1998 to become a staff photographer for Slap, in the following years traveling all over the world shooting photos for Skateboarder, Transworld, Alien Workshop and Habitat among other things and much more through surprise questions from friends of his.(00:13) – Intro(01:13) – James Turvey(07:35) – Skin Phillips (10:25) – Renton Millar(12:44) – Dave Swift (17:36) – Trent Fahey(20:44) – Joe Brook(27:23) – Catharine Lyons (36:15) – Peter Bici (40:47) – Rob Pluhowski(45:38) – Anthony Van Engelen(53:05) – Joe Castrucci(58:19) – Mark Oblow(01:02:35) – Tobin Yelland(01:08:20) – Thomas Campbell and Ed Templeton(01:12:17) – Brad Saunders(01:20:47) – Fred Mortagne(01:27:10) – Cameron Sparkes(01:33:00) – Josh Kalis(01:35:59) – Bobby Puleo (01:50:54) – Alex Papke(01:52:58) – Ben Colen(01:56:01) – Seu Trinh (01:58:17) – Blondey McCoy(02:00:38) – Lucien Clarke(02:07:22) – Chris Carter(02:10:02) – Dimitry Elyashkevich(02:11:25) – Ray Barbee(02:13:48) – Grant Brittain (02:19:05) – Chris Yormick(02:24:05) – Aaron Meza(02:32:28) – Greg Hunt(02:40:04) – ConclusionFor more information and resources: https://linktr.ee/beyondboardsHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Episode 100 with Anthony Van Engelen, professional skateboarder from San Diego, CA.Together we discussed his life and career, from growing up in Southern California and picking up his first board in the late 80's, spending a few months in Russia in the mid 90's, riding for Alien Workshop for 15 years until Jason Dill offered to join him on an adventure to transform his clothing brand Fucking Awesome into a board brand, filming some of his most iconic video parts with Greg Hunt, to skating in his mid-forties while raising 2 kids and managing a business and much more through surprise questions from friends of his.(00:13) – Intro(01:13) – Aria Van Engelen(03:36) – Miki Vuckovich(18:06) – Kunjiro Eguchi (20:37) – Shawn Mandoli (26:06) – Rudy Mosqueda(29:31) – Lance Dawes(31:22) – Freddy from Heckride(36:08) – John Fitzgerald (38:00) – Aaron Meza (38:41) – Ewan Bowman(41:27) – Steve Olson(41:54) – Celynnda Ingrande Gaudino(46:23) – Sobriety(53:22) – Farran Golding(56:29) – Eric Swisher (57:37) – Chris Carter(01:01:01) – Fred Gall(01:02:06) – Geoff Rowley(01:03:05) – Jaime Owens(01:04:09) – Nathan Fletcher(01:08:40) – Neal Shoemaker(01:10:48) – Grant Taylor (01:11:55) – Mike Piscitelli (01:16:56) – Catherine Acosta(01:18:23) – Eric Dressen(01:21:14) – Brandon Mallough (01:21:53) – Jacob Rosenberg(01:28:39) – Greg Hunt and Diego Todd(01:37:58) – Jonathan Mehring(01:39:16) – Henry Sanchez(01:42:50) – Keith Wager(01:43:47) – Mark Gonzales(01:46:58) – Ray Barbee(01:51:54) – ConclusionFor more information and resources: https://linktr.ee/beyondboardsHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Josh Kalis discusses moving back to Michigan, why his Dad didn't like skateboarding, skating Love Park for the first time, Jamie Thomas hooking him up with Invisible Skateboards then Toy Machine, filming for his Toy Machine "Heavy Metal" part, going to EMB for the first time, almost skated for Real Skateboards but got on Alien Workshop instead, the DC Super Tour, run skate chill, why he left Alien Workshop, getting ownership in DGK, building his indoor park and much more! Timestamps 00:00:00 Josh Kalis 00:00:35 Living back in Michigan 00:10:19 Why didn't his dad like skateboarding 00:13:14 Moved to Dallas 00:14:17 Getting boards from Renegade / Shine Skateboards 00:16:17 His H-Street "Lick" part 00:18:00 Fighting the football team 00:24:49 Getting put into a crisis prevention center 00:27:50 Skating Love Park for the first time 00:37:48 Ricky Oyola saying "don't shoot those Dirty Ghetto Kids" 00:40:34 Ricky Oyola's and Josh's beef 00:46:28 Jamie Thomas hooking him up with "Invisible" then "Toy Machine" 00:56:44 His Toy Machine Heavy Metal part 01:01:09 Going to EMB for the first time 01:03:34 He was devastated that Mike Carroll moved out of SF & picked a new favorite skater 01:05:51 Moving to SF 01:12:20 Almost skated for Real but got on Alien Workshop 01:21:09 His process for filming videos parts back in the day 01:31:07 Love Park Philly days 01:41:30 Ken Block selling DC's out of his trunk 01:42:01 The DC Super Tour 01:49:10 Run Skate Chill 02:02:58 The Sabotage crew 02:07:47 Philly kids brought the Lynx back 02:20:22 Kalis in Mono video part 02:25:21 Felt like he lost his voice at Alien Workshop 02:27:20 Talked to Appleyard about starting a company 02:30:41 Getting ownership in DGK 02:42:10 Why Josh can't stand Olympics, SLS, etc. 02:47:58 His indoor park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full episode on Patreon. Frankie Spears speaks on preserving his body as a  professional skateboarder, riding for Adidas and Alien Workshop, coming up with Tyshawn Jones and more. Frankie Spears, Father Bop & Angel in conversation. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyorkhttp://livingproofnewyork.com

Arto Saari discusses growing up in Finland, skating in the Europe contests for the first time, getting on Flip Skateboards, skating with Geoff Rowley during the filming of Flip video "Sorry”, working on Transworld's “Feedback” video with Ty Evans, front boarding El Toro, why he left Flip for Alien Workshop, filming for the Alien Workshop video “Mind Field”, returning to Flip, having a heart condition & getting surgery, why he went from eS to Etnies, building a pool with Lance Mountain in his backyard, the new Arto eS shoe and much more! Timestamps 00:00:00 Arto Saari 00:00:44 Living in Hawaii 00:09:57 Growing up in Finland 00:13:50 How Arto got discovered 00:14:52 Our Supporter: AG1 00:16:27 Knowing he was good and doing the Europe contests for the first time 00:24:13 Leaving school for skating 00:27:27 Getting on Flip skateboards 00:32:34 Skating with Geoff Rowley during the filming of Flip video "Sorry" 00:33:50 Arto's 411 Wheels Of Fortune 00:38:02 Working on Transworld's "Feedback" video 00:42:34 Filming with Ty Evans 00:48:03 Filming for the eS video "Menikmati" 00:52:22 The El Toro front board 00:57:43 Filming for the Flip video "Sorry" 01:03:01 Choosing music for his parts 01:05:00 Leaving Flip for Alien Workshop and filming for "Mind Field" 01:11:09 Returning to Flip after Alien Workshop 01:17:21 Getting synthetic ligaments in his knee 01:18:45 Having a heart condition 01:21:57 SOTY (Skater Of The Year) 01:25:57 When the money comes 01:32:10 Arto's own brand? 01:33:17 Getting into photography 01:43:15 Milkin' it 01:49:35 Building a pool in his backyard 02:04:04 The new Arto eS shoe 02:11:52 Tom Penny storys 02:18:12 Why Arto went from eS to Etnies 02:27:53 What's Arto up to now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 60 with Greg Hunt, skateboarder, photographer and filmmaker from Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Together we discussed him growing up and picking up his first board in the mid-80's, road-tripping with his friend Goose and a young Sean Sheffey to San Francisco and eventually settling down there right after his 18th birthday, turning pro for Stereo and filming parts for their iconic videos “A visual sound” and “Tincan Folklore”, developing an interest for photography thanks to his friend and roommate Gabe Morford, retiring from pro skating in his mid-20's and transitioning into filmmaking, taking Ty Evans' spot over at Transworld and working with Jon Holland on a few videos (including the iconic “Sight Unseen”), making (initially with Joe Castrucci) the first DC video, working on the next Alien Workshop video “Mind Field", choosing the music for it with Mike Hill and Chad Bowers, making the famous Dylan Rieder solo part for Gravis, moving over to Vans to make their first ever full length video “Propeller” and doing many other projects with them since then, his music videos for Cat Power, the photography books he's put out in recent years…    (00:13) – Intro   (01:25) – Getting started  (03:38) – Road trip to SF with Sean Sheffey   (05:59) – Meeting with all the Deluxe guys in SF  (09:39) – Getting flowed Real boards before getting on Stereo  (11:22) – Going to college during his pro years in SF  (13:57) – Turning pro for Stereo  (20:47) – Filming some super 8 footage in “Tincan Folklore”   (22:47) – Quitting Stereo  (24:32) – Developing an interest in photography   (28:16) – What films did you like when you were just getting started with cinematography?  (30:49) – First jobs on films   (36:38) – Working at Transworld  (43:12) – Getting approached by DC to film their first full length video  (49:12) – Transition into “Mind Field”   (53:37) – Selecting the music for “Mind Field” with Chad Bowers and Mike Hill  (59:14) – Dylan part for Gravis  (01:01:42) – Starting to work with Vans on “Propeller”   (01:03:57) – Transitioning between massive video projects  (01:07:17) – Other video projects with Vans   (01:13:18) – Elijah skating to “Falling rain” by Link Wray  (07:17:58) – Roy Orbinson's song “In Dreams” used in different skate videos  (01:19:12) – Music videos for Cat Power  (01:20:44) – Nuge and Louie Lopez in Cat Power music videos  (01:21:40) – “Making a music video is a lot like filming a skate part”  (01:23:41) – Photography books   (01:31:21) – Back story on a photo of John Fitzgerald from “Everything I'm trying to tell you”  (01:34:30) – Most valuable lesson learned from skateboarding  (01:37:02) – Friends questions   (02:23:41) – Conclusion    For more information and resources: https://linktr.ee/beyondboards 

This week on Talksicology Jason talks shop with pro skateboarder, Fred Gall. Fred turned pro with skateboarding company Alien Workshop when he was in his teens, and took off, skating professionally on an international scale. Fred says there's not a lot of money in pro skating but there are a lot of people who want to party with you. When it came to partying Fred was already out-pacing his peers, and his drug use only increased after a bad injury for which he was prescribed painkillers. Fred and Jason talk about how for a lot of people, the agony of detox can be a huge hurdle in getting clean. But after losing his mom to an overdose, and becoming a full-time caretaker for his uncle John, Fred was determined to get - and accept - real help. Today, he continues his recovery and is still skating! Fred discusses his current sponsor, Metal Skateboards and his new Thrasher video, “Spiritual Healing.” This episode is for anyone who knows what it means to feel like shit, and keep going anyway. Talksicology is Sponsored by Recovery Unplugged. If you or a loved one need support call 855-206-6172 or visit RecoveryUnplugged.com

Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop. As Mikey transitioned out of his professional skateboarding career, he founded Saint Archer Brewing Company in San Diego, CA, which he eventually sold to MillerCoors Company in 2015. With only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real-world experience, Mikey is committed to assisting the next generation to define the new American dream. Keeping it Real Estate is brought to you by Granite Towers Equity Group, helping investors create passive income through multifamily real estate. To get in touch with the founders of Granite Towers, Mike Roeder and Dan Brisse, visit Contact | GTEG (granitetowersequitygroup.com).

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Daewon Song & Torey Pudwill discusses how Daewon got sponsored by World Industries, the first documented inward kickflip on film now known as the hard flip, Daewon and his Z-Rollers, Torey almost getting on Chocolate & Alien Workshop, Daewon breaking his ankle, the Rodney vs Daewon videos, Daewon wanting Torey to skate for Almost Skateboards, why they started Thank You Skateboards together, what it was really like skating for Rocco and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Ryan, Will and Jono pick their All Star Squad for Alien Workshop Skateboards. Enjoy

Today we welcome Spclnch back on Delayed, this time with a track from Alien Workshop, the upcoming EP from Russian artist R.Hz, who has been in form lately, with multiple releases throughout 2022. Spectrum, the A1 track, serves as the perfect opener. With a brooding, efficient and enticing intro, the track's percussion and bassline gain traction and become more and more powerful as the track goes by. The track's moodiness and dark, eerie aura make it a perfect piece for any warm-up set puzzle. Spclnch has become a consistently reliable source for minimal-leaning dubby house, breaks and techno, and this EP extends their streak and cements their status even further. We are excited to listen to and support Spclnch and R.Hz's future endeavors. The Alien Workshop EP by R.Hz will be out on spclnch, both on vinyl and digitally, on February 2, 2023. write up by: https://soundcloud.com/sabro96 https://soundcloud.com/r-hz https://www.instagram.com/r.hzdub/ https://soundcloud.com/spclnch https://www.instagram.com/spclnch/ www.itsdelayed.com www.instagram.com/_itsdelayed_ www.facebook.com/itsdelayed

Rob Dyrdek discusses meeting Neil Blender and getting on G&S, getting on and helping form Alien Workshop, his first shoe on DC Shoes, Droors Clothing, the DC Video Featuring the Rob and Big skit, building the first skate plaza “The Rob Dyrdek / DC Shoes Skate Plaza” in his hometown of Kettering Ohio, Rob & Big on MTV, grinding the “square” rail in downtown for his DC commercial, creating the “Fantasy Factory”, how he came up with Street League, starting Ridiculousness, buying back DNA Distribution, SLS Trick Of The Year and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob is a former professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, TV producer & founder of The Dyrdek Machine The Dyrdek Machine represents not only the financial investment of Rob Dyrdek, but also his passion for partnering with disruptive “Do-or-Dier®” entrepreneurs, guiding them to achieve sustainable success. Using his proven method for predictable success, Dyrdek works personally with his partners to help them realize their true passion and voice and turn it into a profitable, sustainable brand. A few career highlights include: Professional Skateboarder - 25 years (1990 - 2015) Became pro at 16 years old and left high school. 200 Signature Skateboards with Alien Workshop that he help create when he was 16 and later went on acquire in 2012 37 Signature Shoes 24 World Records Has created 26 different brands Since launching in 2016, the Dyrdek Machine has created 15 brands, 5 of which have exited for an aggregate value of over $450M Produced Television for 15 Years ( 2006 - Present ) 4 Shows on MTV - 600 Episodes Produced shows Rob and Big, Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness, & Amazingness http://www.robdyrdek.com/ Instagram & Twitter - @robdyrdek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’ve known Shawn for 32 years. That’s a long time. We lived together, booked shows together at the Canton Y (well, he did mostly…my band just played a lot) and saw a ton of shows together. We have been through a lot and I appreciate his friendship. I figured it was time I had him […]

In this episode, I sit down with Mikey Taylor who is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. Mikey first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop. He also had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. We talk about: His experience as one of the best professional skateboarders His thoughts about the Real estate market both Residential and Commercial His content creation process for TikTok Why others sleep on Tiktok and why they shouldn't How to stay consistent on Tiktok regardless of what you have in your life How to grow a large following on Tiktok and so much more! Mikey's Links: Commune: https://communeventura.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeytaylor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CommuneCapital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylor/?hl=en LISTEN TO THE PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uIIvCk9lXRXeAPBTlEal8 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sticks-n-stones/id1607404154 ALL SOCIALS: ▸ Podcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClioHdfM6jYF0qkDFKViQ-A ▸ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdMG-JNS_ciZkA73xykh22w ▸ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stone.fredrickson/ ▸ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stonefredrickson/?hl=en ▸ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stone-fredrickson-5b251b20b/ ▸ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stonefredrickson?lang=en ▸ Other TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.stone --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

THE BOYS ARE BACK! They're talking about their favorite skateboarding soundtracks. They get into their skateboarding history, the videos they loved, the skateboarders- ooh the skateboarders. Toy Machine, Alien Workshop-- you know they talk about em! Oh, they also talk about music, this is a show about music after all. enjoi.

In this episode, you'll hear from Mikey Taylor, pro-skateboarder and president of Commune Capital. We discuss the importance of hard work, the effect that college has on your future, and how to develop a strong network. Mikey also shares some choice business advice and the story behind his foundry. Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mr. Taylor held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, Mr. Taylor was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What's next was co-founding and eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, Mr. Taylor has been busy, co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real world experience, Mr. Taylor is committed to assisting the next generation define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Taylor resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their two young daughters.

On todays episode, skateboarding LEGEND Mark Heintzman & I discuss all things that should. And, need to be addressed. Skateboard cliques, bullying, clones & all the things that skateboarders refuse to discuss- are also right here. This, is why WCRP was created. To hear the stories of our heroes, firsthand. No filters, no sponsors standing over them. Just RAW, talk-radio. Tune in, as Mark talks growing up skating vert in the early 80s. To becoming the first street pro, for G&S. He also opens up, about what ultimately made him walk away from professional skateboarding. We discuss the greatness of Matt Hensley & Jason Lee. The real reason he never rode for Alien Workshop. Posing skateboard tricks, World Industries, Hosoi & Miller, and all things skateboarding!! What an awesome conversation, with the LEGEND. Thank you, Mark! Truly a pleasure catching up, and I appreciate your time & wisdom. You know how we do about this time. Its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding! Lets GO!!!- Clyde Singleton

Listening to Duane Pitre go back to the time & places, of some of the most historical moments in skateboarding- is simply, a blessing. I truly feel, we are not worthy of these gems. Yet, here we are. Live & direct, with an exciting Part 2 for the listeners. Tune in, as Duane & I continue our conversation about his swift transition from G&S, to starting Alien Workshop. How Larry Gordon himself, asked him to turn pro. The secret Denny's meetings with Sarge, Blender & Mike Hill. We talk T-Bags clothing. Bill Danforth, the greatness of Mr. Salvadore Barbier. And, all things skateboarding!! For the culture, of course! Man.. this was such a great conversation. Thanks again to the one & only, Duane Pitre for his time. And, sharing his remarkable stories with us. Be on the lookout for our exciting ender, soon. In the meantime, thank you all for tuning in. Enjoy!- Clyde Singeton

One of the true, unsung heroes of street skating. For those in tune with the culture, the name Duane Pitre rings bells like no other. The opening part in G&S “Footage”, that rocked the world. The NSA contests series. Timeless ads, and photos.. It goes without saying. Early 90s, you wouldnt have to look far to see the impact this LEGEND had on the game. Tune in, as Duane speaks exclusively to WCRP about his short stint on H-Street Skateboards. We talk G&S ”Footage” video, and announcement of Alien Workshop. His first skateboard set-up. Moms hustling skateboards like Avon, in the 80s. The legendary NSA contests. And, all things skateboarding! For the culture, of course! Make sure you also tune in for Part 2, dropping later this week. This is some premium content, folks! I‘d like to truly thank Duane Pitre, once again for his time. And, an awesome trip down memory lane! You already know how we do about this time. It's the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. All gas, no brakes.- Clyde Singleton

This week, Templeton Elliott, Patrick Kigongo, and Mike Munzenrider are talking about Instagram's place in skateboarding and Alien Workshop's Memory Lapse.

The year is 2000, you survived the Y2K scare and you got to treat yourself with Alien Workshop's video triumph "Photosynthesis." The boys break it all down with Dickies team manager Joe Monteleone, who might end up murdering Bill because of his Vert Button choice.    

Find more about Mikey Taylor and his work in the links below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylor/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeytaylor?lang=enCommune Capital Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtN8LI4oX0JcvRmCJjrFNSACommune Capital Website: https://communecapital.com/Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, he held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, our guest was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What's next was co-founding and eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, he has been busy, co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real-world experience, our guest is committed to assisting the next generation define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, he currently resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their two young daughters.Subscribe and Follow the podcast for updates on:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6eM...Website: https://www.thefirstgenerationspodcast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FirstGenera... 

Danny Way discusses his recent trip to Colombia for Stem Cell treatment, quiting Powell to skate for H-Street, his short stint riding for Blind, meeting Mike Ternasky and forming Plan B Skateboards, the initial list of riders they wanted to skate for Plan B, two time Skater Of The Year, how Droors Clothing then DC Shoes came about, skating for Alien Workshop, his surfing accident that almost left him paralyzed, breaking his ankle the day before jumping The Great Wall Of China, bringing Plan B Skateboards back, the Mega ramp and his worst slams skating it, skating his huge quarter pipe at his house and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fred and I discuss growing up in Jersey, being a Matt Hensley fan, coming to SF for the first time, getting on Alien Workshop and turning pro, the amazing switch 5.0 down Hubba Hideout for one of the best Thrasher Magazine covers of all-time, P-Stone stories for days, Habitat, saving burning people in Cambodia, building spots around his hood, over three years of sobriety, sitting on three video parts and much more... ------------------------------ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: BLOOD WIZARD: http://bloodwizard.com/ ------------------------------ SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://bit.ly/2RYE75F ------------------------------ FOLLOW FREDDY: http://www.instagram.com/freddyGall --------------------------------------- TALKIN' SCHMIT SOFT GOODS IN JAPAN: https://www.instagram.com/underdogdistribution TALKIN' SCHMIT SOFT GOODS IN CANADA: https://www.instagram.com/platformdistribution --------------------------------------- INTRO MUSIC: "Mary's Cross" by Natur CREDITS MUSIC: “Adirondack gate” by Shane Medanich FIRST IMPRESSION: Timothy Donald McKenney CLOSING MONOLOGUE: Noelle Fiore EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Sharal Camisa INTERVIEW & EDITED: Greg "Schmitty" Smith If you want to help support the show, head over to https://www.talkinschmit.com/ and pick up some merchandise. There's also lots of photos, video and extras to help complement each interview. WEBSITE: https://talkinschmit.com/ YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/epiclytrife INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/Talkin_Schmit FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TalkinSchmit/ CONTACT with comments or suggestions: TalkinSchmit@Gmail.com During these difficult times I encourage you to help your local skate shops, your favorite restaurants, friends and family. Be kind and give what you can to those that are in need. If you have good friends, tell them you love them while you still can. #skateboarding #podcast #TalkinSchmit #FredGall #Jersey #BabyBlue #Moveandshakethatass --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkin-schmit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkin-schmit/support

We discuss Silas Baxter-Neal's "Open Sequence" Part, Triple Backflip, Tolya Titaev's "Clarity" Part, Ragdoll's “Crawl” Part, SKATE 4 - We're Working On It, GUI KHURY LANDS 1080: Pacifico Skateboard Vert Best Trick X Games 2021 and much more! Also, we're picking 3 winners for Alien Workshop package that includes 3 boards!! This week's raffle is a Nine Club Mystery Box with all sorts of goodies that we have laying around!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We discuss Matt Bublitz' "Enter the Museum" Part, Nyjah Huston | Aspire, Truman Burkank "It's Pulsar B*itch !!, Welcome to the Family - Zion Wright on Vans and much more! Also, we're picking 3 winners for eS package that includes 2 pairs of shoes, hoodie, shirt and a hat! This week's raffle is an Alien Workshop package that includes 3 boards!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mikey Taylor joins #Clockedin with Jordan Edwards and discusses his path to financial freedom and how he is paving the path for many others as well. Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mr. Taylor held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, Mr. Taylor was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What's next was co-founding and eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, Mr. Taylor has been busy, co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real world experience, Mr. Taylor is committed to assisting the next generation define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Taylor resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their two young daughters. Mikey is a great person and hope you enjoy this podcast. About Mikey's real estate fund:https://communecapital.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylor/Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review. Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/jordan-555/coaching-call

The Hour is Here! Brian and Carl conclude season 2 by covering Alien Workshop's Photosynthesis with the help of the So Tell Us Podcast We talk about getting Pizza with Kalis, who the best Jersey skater is, and Rob Dyrdek. ______ Grab a board, a copy of this video, and a snack from our sponsors, Spectrum Skateboards, The Secret Tape, and Plants on Fire. @spectrumskateboardco @thesecrettape @plants.on.fire ______ Connect with us @allmyskatevideos AMSVPod@gmail.com #AMSVPod LEAVE ONE: 267-388-0033  

Each week, host Mike Hover (@hoverdrive) and a guest use Wikipedia's random article generator to determine what they will chat about.   This week actor/improvisor/director Paul Hungerford (@improvisingpaul) joins us for this special episode for the 2021 Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival. Things get nerdy when we discuss all things sci-fi, movies, and our Wikiverse topic, Alien Workshop.    Follow us on IG @intothewikiverse.  Music provided by audionautix.com and additional sound effects music provided by freesfx.co.uk. Cover art by Lev Cantoral (IG @ominusorb).

Rob is a former professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, TV producer & founder of The Dyrdek Machine The Dyrdek Machine represents not only the financial investment of Rob Dyrdek, but also his passion for partnering with disruptive “Do-or-Dier®” entrepreneurs, guiding them to achieve sustainable success. Using his proven method for predictable success, Dyrdek works personally with his partners to help them realize their true passion and voice and turn it into a profitable, sustainable brand. A few career highlights include: Professional Skateboarder - 25 years (1990 - 2015) Became pro at 16 years old and left high school. 200 Signature Skateboards with Alien Workshop that he help create when he was 16 and later went on acquire in 2012 37 Signature Shoes 24 World Records Has created 26 different brands Since launching in 2016, the Dyrdek Machine has created 15 brands, 5 of which have exited for an aggregate value of over $450M Produced Television for 15 Years ( 2006 - Present ) 4 Shows on MTV - 600 Episodes Produced shows Rob and Big, Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness, & Amazingness http://www.robdyrdek.com/ Instagram & Twitter - @robdyrdek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Templeton Elliott, Patrick Kigongo, and Jason From Frozen In Carbonite talk about Joey O'Brien's Alien Workshop welcome video and Stingwater's Paid To Sk8.

Mikey Taylor is currently the co-founder, President and Managing Principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm.   A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Mikey was one of the most recognizable skateboarders on the planet, with lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks and 7 pro model shoes.    Even with monumental success on a board early in life, Mikey was already thinking about life after skateboarding. He co-founded the Saint Archer Brewing Company, a San Diego based craft beer company with a first of its kind business model that led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Co. in 2015.   Since then, Taylor has been busy co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most notably Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real-world experience, Mikey is committed to assisting the next generation define the new American dream.   Born and raised in Southern California, Mikey resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their three kids.   Links mentioned in this episode: @MikeyTaylor on Instagram @MikeyTaylor on TikTok   Music Credit: Rob Riccardo (robriccardo.com) 

Mikey Taylor is the President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet.THIS IS THE STORY OF MIKEY TAYLOR...WANT TO WATCH MIKEY TAYLOR'S PODCAST? CLICK HERE: https://youtu.be/yUVEFyAdEXASUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST YOUTUBE!!!GET NOTIFIED WHEN NEW STORIES & CLIPS ARE RELEASED: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR6-YTo3kWQbxTUDp07hnBA?sub_confirmation=1FOLLOW MIKEY:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylorFOLLOW COMMUNE CAPITAL:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/communecapital ********************************************** FOLLOW BACK TO YOUR STORY: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backtoyourstory • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backtoyourstory • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/backtoyourstory• Website: https://www.backtoyourstory.com **********************************************

On today's podcast I speak with photographer and Director Greg Hunt. Greg Hunt has worked with brands such as Vans Footwear, DC Shoes, Levi's , Alien Workshop skateboards , and Patagonia to name a few. Greg has directed and produced some of the most influential skateboard videos of all time such as Transworld's Sight Unseen, The DC Video, Mindfield, and Vans first full length video Propeller. He has also directed music videos for artist Cat Power as well as showcasing his work in the Leica Galleries. I grew up watching the skate videos that Greg produced so I was really pumped to get a chance to speak with Greg about his journey with photography, so I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! www.huntfilmwork.com @huntfilmwork

Mikey Taylor was a pro skater as he was sponsored by DC Shoe Co, GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop while touring the world. He is currently the president of Commune Capital and was a Co-founder of Saint Archer Brewery.Before his heyday, Mikey wasn't always the best skater when he started out. Out of the very small group of skaters he was in, he considered himself the worst. Practicing everyday for over a decade, Mikey Taylor eventually ended going pro.Now how does a pro-athlete go from skating on a professional level to making a company that sold for 7 figures? Mikey Taylor and his partner thought of the idea of creating an alcohol beverage company, Saint Archer Brewery, and promoting it themselves with their personal brands.They didn't know anything about creating a business plan or having an exit strategy, and the beauty of this story is that they took initiative with their idea and executed. Just because they had no previous business experience did not mean that their idea wasn't possible.If you guys want to check out Mikey Taylor, you can find him here:InstagramTik TokTwitterYoutubeFacebookCheck out Get The Bag Life and Hit us up!InstagramTik TokLinkedInTwitterFacebookBlogPinterest

In this episode of Behind The Lens with Roger Rojas, we have Mikey Taylor, Mikey is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes, and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, Mr. Taylor was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What's next was the co-founding and eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model led to quick success and a multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, Mr. Taylor has been busy, co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast), and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only high school education, but more than a lifetime of real-world experience, Mr. Taylor is committed to assisting the next generation to define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, Mr. Taylor resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their two young daughters. -----Listen to more episodes of Behind the Lens with Roger Rojas https://anchor.fm/roger-rojas0 Check out also Mikeys' Social Media Accounts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylor/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikey-taylor-1607b3111/

This week on the show, Templeton Elliott, Patrick Kigongo, and Jason from Frozen In Carbonite are talking about Lucas Puig's new part for his new adidas shoe and the Alien Workshop since they just added Darius King to the team. http://www.mostlyskateboarding.net/

90s kids, this is for you. From the aquarium at Wisma Atria, to HMI, to Alien Workshop slippers and Alamak Chat, we reminisce everything 90s.

Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, he was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What's next was co-founding and eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, Mikey has been busy, co-founding Sovrn Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education, but more than a lifetime of real world experience, Mikey is committed to assisting the next generation define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, Mikey Taylor resides in Thousand Oaks, with his wife Jen and their two young daughters.

In the third episode of the Student of the Game podcast, Nolan invites on his friend and mentor, Mikey Taylor of Commune Capital to touch on team building, his thoughts On investments, real estate, and the importance of having a financial advisor.Mikey Taylor Bio:Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing principal of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career, Mr. Taylor held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras, and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes, and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Mikey Taylor also co-founded Saint Archer Brewing Company. A San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015.Mikey Taylor Socials:https://communecapital.com/https://www.instagram.com/mikeytaylor/https://www.youtube.com/user/mikeytaylorvideoshttps://twitter.com/Mikey_Tay1orNolan Smith Socials:https://studentofthegame.mehttps://www.instagram.com/nolan_smith/https://twitter.com/Nolan_Smithhttps://www.instagram.com/studentofth…

How do the skills learned in pro skating translate to entrepreneurship? For Mikey Taylor, a career spent doing darkslides and noseblunts was a masterclass is managing fear, building a brand and finding purpose. And today, Mikey is leveraging what he learned to invest in real estate—and help other athletes and entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom in the process. Mikey is the President and Managing Principal at Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment fund built around the idea that financial freedom isn’t a dream, but a tangible life worth pursuing. He has 20 years of professional skateboarding experience, holding sponsorship contracts with DC Shoes, GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop and cofounding SOVRN, a skateboard and apparel company out of Los Angeles. Mikey was also the cofounder of Saint Archer Brewing Company, a multimillion-dollar craft beer operation acquired by MillerCoors in 2015. On this episode of Founders Club, Mikey joins Oliver to discuss his evolution from pro skater to entrepreneur and explain how pushing through fear has served him in both ventures. He shares his good fortune in being introduced to Randy Sanada, describing how he learned to invest in himself—and other lucrative asset classes like multifamily and self-storage. Listen in for Mikey’s insight around building a brand, responding to criticism, and creating a community through Commune Capital. Key Takeaways [0:38] What drew Mikey to skating Opportunity to compete against himself Changed way of seeing world (e.g.: handrails, cement walls) [3:00] How Mikey learned to push through fear Trick brain into allowing body to try things Learn what hold you back + monitor fear [10:32] Mikey’s insight around building a brand Know WHO building brand for Consistent + welcoming = TRUST [17:08] Mikey’s introduction to investing Parents encouraged to meet with Randy Sanada Taught to live below means, deploy capital in opportunities [23:12] Mikey’s first investments HIMSELF (becoming better skater to increase income) Stock market, storage units [28:06] Mikey’s experience with Saint Archer Built around action sports community Challenge to navigate massive growth [38:40] How Mikey dealt with the end of his skating career Loss of identity, lowest point despite success Realized purpose necessary to push forward [47:55] Mikey’s vision for Commune Capital Start with idea to help skaters learn investing Expand to include other sports and entrepreneurs [50:37] Mikey’s take on the criticism re: gentrification Realized error in communicating mission Critics see through lens of their experience Deep value-add projects improve communities [58:54] The projects Commune Capital is pursuing now Multifamily properties and storage units Accredited investors (eventually add Reg A offering) [1:02:12] Mikey’s advice on finding deals Build relationships with brokers, developers Get educated + be persistent to get first deal [1:07:21] The benefit of investing with Commune Capital Part of community, return beyond money Preferred return for every investor [1:14:23] What’s brought Mikey the most joy Giving brewery investors’ money back Putting others first = most rewarding [1:18:11] Mikey advice for aspiring entrepreneurs Self-aware of strengths + weaknesses Don’t be limited by what others think Connect with Mikey Commune Capital SOVRN Connect with Oliver Big Block Realty Oliver on Facebook Oliver on LinkedIn Resources Street League Skateboarding Randy Sanada Jr. Zach Harris’ Piece on Gentrification BiggerPockets Saint Archer Craft Brewery Eric Upchurch

This weeks episode is presented by Kingdom Nutrition. Make sure to visit www.kingdomnutrition.com and enter promo code "TFW10" for 10% of your next purchase!    On this week's show, Manny sits down with former professional skateboarder Mikey Taylor. Mikey had a tremendous amount of success of a pro skateboarder and partnered up with some of the most sought after brands in the industry, DC Shoes, GoPro and Alien Workshop. Mikey had over 100 signature skateboard decks and 7 skateboarding shoes. But there is more to Mikey than just skateboarding. Very young into his career, he invested in real estate and has since ventured onto do accomplish great things as an entrepreneur. Mikey co-founded Saint Archer Brewing Co. is one of the co-founders of Sovern Skateboards, Avni Intelligence, and Commune Capital. Even with all of his success he still has a heart for skateboarding and wants to educate the up and coming generation. Manny and Mikey talk about skateboarding, struggles, and life after being a pro athlete. Mikey even speaks to Manny about identity issues of being an athlete and how to overcome that. Tune in!!!   #skateboarding #entrepreneur #proathlete #businessman #streetsmart #newepisode 

Yaje Popson played at Tompkins Square Park as a little kid before honing his skills there as an adolescent. During his formative years, he developed a spontaneity with his skating that can only be achieved through growing up pushing through traffic. He had already shut down much of the city, and was a step away from riding for Chocolate; when he injured his knee circa 2011. This resulted in a trip to Brazil for surgery.   Yaje traveled through South America during his recovery, and discovered gardening, cooking, and Ayahuasca. Upon returning to New York rejuvenated around 2014, he began filming what would become his part in DANY [2016]. The comeback was spectacular; and he’s put out several parts since. In the process, Yaje has emerged as one of the cornerstones of the current generation of Alien Workshop and the newly-reformed Sovereign Sect.   If the criteria for being considered a legend is being remembered for your craft, Yaje has likely achieved that status already. But beyond the flips and grinds, he has a great story of self discovery and overcoming mental and physical adversity to realize his full potential. Lee Smith takes a deep dive into Yaje’s narrative in Episode 11 of Mission Statement.

Mikey Taylor is the current President and Managing Principle of Commune Capital, a private equity real estate investment firm. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he first found success with nearly two decades of professional skateboarding. Throughout his career Mikey held lucrative sponsorship contracts with DC Shoe Co., GoPro Cameras and Alien Workshop. Over his tenure, he had over 100 signature skateboard decks, 7 pro model shoes and was one of the most recognizable pro skateboarders on the planet. Not one to rest on his laurels, early in his career, Mikey was already thinking about life after skateboarding. What’s next was co-founding and the eventual launch of Saint Archer Brewing Company. This San Diego based craft beer company and its first of its kind business model, led to quick success and a multi-million dollar purchase by MillerCoors Company in 2015. Since then, Mikey has been busy, co-founding Sovern Skateboards, Avni Intelligence (an entrepreneur education platform and podcast) and most importantly Commune Capital. Armed with only a high school education but more than a lifetime of real world experience, Mikey is committed to helping the next generation define the new American dream. Born and raised in Southern California, Mikey resides in Newberry Park with his wife Jen and their two young daughters. Show notes: https://www.justgogrind.com/mikey-taylor-podcast  Just Go Grind Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgogrind/ Just Go Grind Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justgogrind/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincharlesgordon/ 

To celebrate his first ever Thrasher cover I've gone into the archives to dig out our most listened to episode ever! Here's my interview with skateboarder and...street skating legend, co founder of Hella Clips, co owner of Speed Society, and white belt in Kung Fu Josh Kalis! We talk about how he got in to skateboarding, shaping his own boards, shoe sponsors, his Toy Machine Days, Jamie Thomas, Alien Workshop, Love Park, video parts, Hip Hop, Ken Blocks advise, Hella Clips, Speed Society and much much more! Stay up to date by joining our Facebook page www.facebook.com/skateboarderandpodcast and following the host Mat Lloyd on instagram/twitter @matlloydpoet Title track provided by Mr. Brown from his album with Confucius MC the 'The Art Form' and the outro track from his album 'Beats for Days 2', buy them from all good record stores, iTunes, Amazon and Mr. Brown direct via www.westaytrue.com

Pass The Podcast To The Left Hand Side! This week, Damian has friend & one of America’s most beloved stoners, Abdullah Saeed on the show! Sit back a RREEEEEELLLLLAAAAAAXXXXXX as the two cannabis advocates sit down & discuss Abdullah’s journey from Alien Workshop loving kid to touring punk drummer & of course, lots of weed talk.  Also Touched On: Cars & Weed Moving To America At 13 The Popularity Of Alien Workshop In Thailand Playing Drums Green Day Primus Mike Does Not Give A FUCK … but Mike Likes Pop Punk Not Liking Blink 182 Starting A Band Dead Kennedys: The Most Intellectual Anarcho Punk Exploited Black Flag Getting Your Brother’s Old Turntables Smoking Weed With EL-P MC Paul Barman Breeze Bruin The Kominas: Living Free In Spite Of Everyone Growing Up In America As A Brown Person Post 9/11 Was Not Fun Forming The Fascist Police A Knack For Naming Things Loving Weed More Than Other People The Art Of Paradox Meets PoPo Can Cannabis Change The Machine? & MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!!!! BROUGHT TO YOU BY VANS

Jason Dill discusses growing up in Huntington Beach CA, seeing skateboarding for the first time at 8 years old, his first sponsor House of Kasai, skating for Blockhead then getting on Black Label, dropping out of high school, 101 days, filming for Snuff and 20 Shot Sequence, getting kicked off 101, opening a mag and reading that he was now on Alien Workshop, partying and drugs, starting Fucking Awesome and much more!   

    Alex Olson discusses growing up in Santa Monica/Malibu CA, his dad Steve Olson, being un-schooled, getting flowed by Black Label, Toy Machine, Foundation, Jason Dill asking him to get boards from Alien Workshop, getting on Lakai & Girl Skateboards, almost getting on Gravis Footwear, leaving Lakai for Vans, then leaving Vans for Nike, moving to New York, starting his own companies Bianca Chandôn & 917, becoming vegan and much more! Watch the episode

    Bill Strobeck discusses growing up in Upstate New York, getting his first vx1000, filming for the Alien Workshop video “Photosynthesis”, almost getting killed filming Mark Gonzales, what the Supreme video “Cherry” was originally going to be called, his denim phase, why the “Cherry” video was black and white, “Joyride”, a new Supreme video in the works and much more! Watch the episode

From his humble beginnings sweeping Playstation Skatepark, to being one of the UK's finest! Daryl Dominguez is a skateboarder, globetrotter, VANS European Team rider, Alien Workshop ripper, and one of the folks behind Skate Nepal, a non profit whose aim is to spread awareness for the social, creative and cultural benefits of skateboarding to both the younger and older generations of Nepal. This episode is inspiring stuff! Follow Daryl on instagram via @ch1llbo_swaggins Find out more about Skate Napel www.skate-nepal.com Cover photo by Ryo Ogawa Stay up to date by joining our Facebook page www.facebook.com/skateboarderandpodcast and following the host Mat Lloyd on instagram/twitter @matlloydpoet Music provided by Mr. Brown from his album 'Beats for Days 2', buy it from call good record stores, iTunes, Amazon and his website www.westaytrue.com This podcast is part of the FunnyInTheMiddle.com network

  Brian Wenning discusses growing up in New Jersey, getting on flow for Alien Workshop, turning pro for Habitat, filming for Photosynthesis, getting asked by Brandon Biebel to share a part in Subtleties, contemplating whether or not to switch ollie El Toro, night terrors, checking himself into detox, currently living in a halfway house, getting back into skating again and much more...

  Mikey Taylor discusses his recent hip surgery and recovery, the City Stars days, leaving Es for DVS, his first shoe royalty check that might have never been, skating for Alien Workshop, starting then selling Saint Archer, his new endeavor Villager Coconut Water, his board company Sovrn, gluten and much more...

Yes this episode is with skateboarder and...street skating legend, co founder of Hella Clips, co owner of Speed Society, and white belt in Kung Fu Josh Kalis! We talk about how he got in to skateboarding, shaping his own boards, shoe sponsors, his Toy Machine Days, Jamie Thomas, Alien Workshop, Love Park, video parts, Hip Hop, Ken Blocks advise, Hella Clips, Speed Society and much much more! Stay up to date by joining our Facebook page www.facebook.com/skateboarderandpodcast and following the host Mat Lloyd on instagram/twitter @matlloydpoet Music provided by Mr. Brown from his album 'Beats for Days 2', buy it from call good record stores, iTunes, Amazon and his website www.westaytrue.com Skateboarder And... is part of the www.funnyinthemiddle.com network

Let's be real, skateboarding wasn't always as glamorous as the X-Games, Big Air, and million dollar sponsorships. For most, it was an escape, something that bonded people together, and allowed you to define yourself. Nino Scalia was someone who had little stability growing up. Moving from city to city, there wasn't an opportunity to establish roots, or even have close friends - and if it did happen, it was taken away just as fast. When introduced to skateboarding, Nino instantly found something he could grab on to. As his family finally settled in South Philly, it was just in time for Nino to be a part of what became one of the most influential skateboarding cities in the world. With other greats, like Rob Dyrdek, Josh Kalis, Stevie Williams, and Jason Dill, there was a new age of pioneers to push skateboarding forward. Nino's story takes us through that special era and his days of skating (and getting arrested) at LOVE Park, becoming the Team Manager for the legendary Alien Workshop, and later working with Pharrell in developing the Ice Cream skate team. If you want to get a taste of what this was like, Nino captures it perfectly in the indie-film, Street Dreams. Through all that he's has done, Nino will tell you that he was never ready for any of it. There's no perfect moment, or right time. Just go for it, and if you fall, get back on your board and try again. #MamaWeMadeIt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

That's to Wesley Lembo and Nigel Hart for stopping by and shedding some light on his latest and greatest and how he got to where he's at today riding for Ambush Boarding Co., Habitat flow, Alien Workshop flow and many more. Don't forget to answer this week's name that video part in the comments section. Ya never know what super prizes you might not get!!!!

1. Paul Liliani Interview 2. Day in the life of Paul (4:45) 3. Big Poppa (7:00) 4. Ishod's favorite skater? (9:50) 5. Riding for Alien Workshop and Alien reborn (12:54) 6. In The Streets with Kyle Ft. Wade Desarmo (16:20) 7. Filming for Alien's Bunker Down (19:02) 8. Riding for RDS (21:18) 9. Trying to make it as a Canadian skater (23:37) 10. Showing up Jack Curtain (27:51) 11. San Fransisco road trip failure with Russ Miligan(31:16) 12. Rapid Fire with Da Ghost (35:44) 13. Thanks to our listeners worldwide!! (37:50) 14. The Rundown NBA Free Agency(39:20) 15. Most improved NBA team? (50:52) 16. UFC 200 (54:14) 17.NFL offseason update (56:36) Photo by James Morley

Don Pendleton joins me via skype from his studio in Ohio. We talk Alien Workshop, Skateboarding Rebirths, Your Own Heros, Work Ethic, Commercial vs Personal, Galleries, Over Population, Painting Nerves, Grammy Award Winner, One Hitter, Going Down In Flames