BADNWZ™

BADNWZ™

By Tal Cooperman & Matt CristBusiness
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BADNWZ™ episodes

  • Episode #23 - Adult Minecraft w/ Zeke "Wolf Tech" Wagner

    On this week's episode we sit down with visual effects artist @w0lf_tech. Zeke Wagner a.k.a. Wolf Tech gives us a crash course on how he got into #visualeffects, how his styles has changed over time and how he is always looking to improve. He breaks down how a buddy of his got a chance job at the @berrics, which lead to Zeke dropping out of #college to pursue his dreams. We talk moving to #LosAngeles, working with @EASports and @Fazeclan. We pick his brain about things like #working day v. night, how to set a price for a project, if college is worth it and so much more. Wolf also breaks down his inspirations like @nicholasjandora, @gibsonhazard & @_colebennett. He even throws some books recommendations in for our #BADNWZBookclub. Wolf is on the come up and we strongly suggest following and keeping and eye out for his next big project. 

    AND NOW THE NWZ....

    44 min
  • Episode #22 - Risk Van Winkle w/ Kelly "RISK" Graval
    This is a special episode for the #BADNWZ team because on today's episode we sit down with a true graffiti legend @Riskrock. He gives us the details on how we got into graffiti, how he founded #WCA and got up on everything from #planes #trains to #automobiles, Nothing was off limits. Risk talks about other serious legends like @_revok_ @RonEnglish @OGSlick and how the have helped or inspired his career. He even drops some serious gems about his time in #fashion and creating legendary #streetwear clothing company #ThirdRail. Some great stories in this episode, from deals with #KelseyGrammer, to working with @IceCube to painting the streets with @Aerosmith. You won't want to miss. Makes sure you remember to #rate, #share, #subscribe & #comment - It really helps and it means a lot to us. Stay Safe.
    AND NOW THE NWZ...
    55 min
  • Episode #21 - Everything Breaks At A Billion w/ Sarah Frier

    Whats good #BADNWZ Fam! Another Sunday, another fire episode. I know we say this all the time, but with everything going on in the world AND with the #TikTok fiasco, we figured this guest would be perfect. a while back we sat down with Sarah Frier. She reports on social media companies for Bloomberg News from #San Francisco. Her award-winning features and breaking stories have earned her a reputation as an expert on how @Facebook, @Instagram, #Snapchat, and @Twitter make business decisions that affect their future and our society. She is a frequent contributor to @Bloomberg @Businessweek and Bloomberg Television. She is also the author of one of @tallywood favorite books No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram. We talk the ins-and-outs of Facebook's acquisition of Instagram. How @Instagram developed they're own formula for advertising. We discuss if @facebook is on the way out. The true details of the infamous #Zuckerberg v. #Spiegel bidding war. What her motivation was behind writing this book and how she had to interview a person a day for hundred days. This is a chalked full of amazingly relevant stories. This. hour will fly by. Enjoy. Make sure to follow Sarah and pick up a. copy of No Filter: The Inside Story or Instagram available where books are sold. 

    ALSO!....Make sure to rate, subscribe, follow and comment. Share it with and friends, post it on your social. I know you think it doesn't help, but its does and we appreciate it, Mask up at www.badnwz.com and show your support on the streets.

    AND NOW THE NWZ...

    57 min
  • Episode #20 - Money Rules, Just Facts w/ Steve Astephen

    Here is the #fourth episode of our #ZoomSeries and on today's episode we sit down with super agent, trailblazer and CEO of @thefamilie.v2 @SteveAstephen. We talk about how life has changed since #COVID, and how it has effected his world/business. Steve takes us on a journey through a #cliffnotes version of his life. From growing up in #Boston, to hopping a @greyhoundlines to become a ski bum in #Vail. Steve explains how he fell into the business by helping a friend. He gives us the actual break down on how he made his mark in the action sports world. Seriously Insane stories about being there for @travispastrana #doublebackflip to finding the perfect marketing partner for @hartluck, helping @kblock43 career to his love for @Shecks. Steve has #endless stories and we don't just stop there. This episode has a gaggle of gems in it. Make sure to share, subscribe, rate & comment. Tell a friend because this one is #amazing and remember stay safe.

    AND NOW...THE NWZ.

    1 hr 20 min
  • Episode #19 - Inspired By Lifestyles w/ Kelia "Sister" Moniz

    On the #third episode of our #ZoomSeries, we sit down with kickass pro surfer @KeliaMoniz. After a brief technical issue in the beginning, we got the episode on and rolling. She tells us all about how she got the nickname #Sister, how she developed her skill of surfing  and her love for Hawaii. She tells us about her fathers #surfschool, her many brothers and how she became 2X World Champion. Sister breaks down why she moved to LA for a stint and how she met a plethora of inspiring friends, like @haileybieber. We discuss the #Olymipics, #Covid and so much more. Sister tell us some behind the scenes details of photoshoots with her husband and photographer @joetermini and so much more. This episode definitely has something for everyone, you won't want to miss, Also, make sure to check out Kelia's latest collaboration with @Roxy.

    AND NOW.. THE NWZ


    47 min
  • Episode #18 - Everything Started With Graffiti w/ Greg "Craola" Simkins
    On today's episode we sit down with a guest we've talked about numerous times on this podcast, Greg Simkins also knowns as @CRAOLA. Greg's a multiple discipline artist who lives Torrence, CA. We hit him on @Zoom to discuss how he's handling #quarantine. Greg breaks down his whole journey for us, from the day he first fell in love with #graffiti, to making #slapstickers on a early bootleg version of photoshop, to getting a job a @JNCO, learning game art and working for @tonyhawk and @treyarch to making the decision that he wanted to become a full time artist and his real love of being a #dad. Greg has amazing stories and drops some serious #streetart names, this is an episode you won't want to miss. So while everything is closing back down on the verge of a second lock down, sit back relax and enjoy this hour long episode. Remember to #share, #follow and #subscribe - all the support helps! We love our #BADNWZArmy. 
    AND NOW... THE NWZ
    1 hr 3 min
  • Episode #17 - Just A Startup Guy At Heart w/ Josh Luber
    Happy Fourth of July Weekend #BADNWZ fam. Hope everyone got their social distancing BBQ on and enjoyed themselves. On this weeks episode we sit down with @joshluber , entrepreneur and sneaker collector who co-founded @StockX. We talk about how Covid has effected his business. How he got in to collecting shoes. He tell us about his background working for @IBM and how a meeting with #DanGilbert changed everything. We talk about the future of collectibles, @vladedivac shirts, collecting baseball cards and so much more. Josh's story is really inspiring and goes to show that sometimes the first few startup don't pan out, but you just have to keep grinding and stay positive. Make sure you go check out @stockx for all your sneaker and collectible needs. We can’t wait to see them continue to grow. This is the first episode of our Covid #ZoomSeries, so the audio is a little off. We apologize in advance. 
    AND NOW... the NWZ.
    58 min
  • Episode #16 - When Something Hits, Everything Changes w/ Andy Nguyen
    On today's episode we sit down with serial restauranteur and mash-up king of the food industry, Andy Nguyen. Andy was in town checking up on a few of his many projects and decided to stop by for a tour and a chat. He breaks down how he started @aftersicecream as a hobby, and didn't expect the response to be what it was. He tells us how he got into ice cream, how his team created the #MilkyBun, their numerous collaborations and so much more. Tal tells us how he first heard of Andy through @bobbyhundreds blog and tried to hire them for his wedding, but couldn't make it happen. We talk about how @beardegidio is the best hype man in the game and a partner of his at their burger place @groundhouseburger. He even gives us the behind the scene story on the #Tekashi6ix9ineBurger. Tal tells us how he's never eaten #Boba. We discuss Andy's others ventures such as @orngcnty. Andy is ahead of the curve in so many ways. We think you'll love this episode. Don't sleep. There are stories about @benballer, the #powerglove, @hasbro owning @deathrowrecords and so much more. Make sure to check out one of Andys numerous restaurants and tell them #BADNWZ sent you. We love seeing all the support and can't tell you how much we appreciate it. Let's keep growing. Share, subscribe, rate and tell a friends.
    1 hr
  • Episode #15 - Gotta Know Your History w/ Bobby Tribal
    For some of you this episode won’t make any sense. But, for the world of streetwear this is one of the Godfathers. With 30+ years of being in the business, most brands these days won't last 5 years. @BobbyTribal has been a guiding light for people in the industry, all while being a leader in his community. He started Tribal Streetwear with his brother in '89 and tells the #BADNWZArmy how it all went down. From extra blank T's to Tattooo flash to college art shows to their first #ASR's, Bobby explains the real story behind how he met @beingmarcecko at #432F. How @TribalStreetwear always embraced the neighborhood and became more than a clothing brand. The creation of the #T-Star logo, to having his gear featured by some of the biggest names in the industry like @POD, @LimpBizkit, @Cypress Hill, @BeastieBoys and that's only a few. This episode has crazy stories you definitely won't hear anywhere else. We even talk about @Banksy first show in LA and no, it wasn't the one with the elephant. Don't sleep because this episode has a ton of game to soak up. 
    Dont forget to Rate, Subscribe, Follow and Share. We need to keep growing this #BADNWZArmy and the only way we can do it is with your help. Remember - ALL NEWZ IS BADNWZ
    1 hr 8 min
  • Episode #14 - The Left Hand Shake w/ DABSMYLA & Roger Gastman

    We're coming out the gates swinging for #SeasonTwo! We couldn't wait for this one. The #BADNWZKingz sit down with @DABSMYLA, Australian husband-and-wife visual artists and @Rogergastman, curator, filmmaker, and publisher specializing in graffiti and street art. We talk about whether it is DABS and MYLA or just DABSMYLA, We talk about the desire to wear matching outfits and how #TheWire is real. Roger explains how he grew up in Maryland and fell into graffiti through the #punkrock and #hardcore scene and why he always wears that @Orioles hat. We discussing throwing away art versus keeping everything. (Note to self: Save everything.) Being clean, but admiring the disorderly. Making mixtapes and moving to LA. We learn the inside story about an icon publication known a #WYWS or While You Were Sleeping and we find out why #TheLeftHandShake is the coolest. The love for @KRS-One, how Art In The Streets spawned Beyond The Streets and so much more. There are so many stories you wouldn't believe it's only an hour long! This episode was so organic we could have gone on forever. Loved every minute of it. Go cop some of Rogers books and watch some of his doc and while you're at it keep an eye open for some DABSMYLA art, you won't regret it. WE OUT!

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    1 hr 10 min

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