Pauly On The Pod

The clearest way to understand an adult is to meet the people who made them. For Episode 50, we bring on my dad, Pop Walnuts, and the result is equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and unexpectedly deep.

We start with his South Florida origin story: born in Vero Beach in 1960, family ties stretching from Miami Beach to the Northeast, and the kind of childhood freedom that feels impossible now. Pop takes us onto the boat with the whole crew, out to empty little islands and Keys weekends, then straight into the soundtrack of his life. We talk Frank Sinatra Sundays, the Beatles changing the world, learning guitar by ear, classic rock on vinyl, and why a single song can time-travel you back to being 13 years old in an instant.

Then we get to the stories people always ask for the “where did you learn this?” moments. Getting hit in the head with an arrow right before First Communion. Setting a neighborhood garbage-can jump record until gravity checks the ego. A streaking dare that ends with friends stealing the clothes and a brutal walk home. Even skipping school for a stack of discounted records and getting caught in the most ridiculous way possible.

We also zoom out into bigger questions about American politics, media bias, term limits, negative campaign ads, and how schools can teach honest history while keeping conversations age-appropriate and inclusive. If you love funny family storytelling, classic rock talk, and real-life perspectives on culture and politics, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.

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A flood video, a celebrity meltdown, and a salon confession walk into a podcast and somehow it all makes sense. We sit down as a trio with Courtney joining Paulie and Dr. Jones, and we let the conversation run where it wants: from Hurricane Ian footage and the weird reality of viral “current events” to the nonstop pop culture machine that keeps feeding people outrage, fascination, and hot takes.

We get into Kanye West headlines, why the internet loves a villain arc, and how “accountability” changes depending on who feels targeted that week. Then we pivot into music and nostalgia with Blink-182, skate memories, and the kind of side quests that happen when three friends are comfortable enough to say the quiet part out loud.

The big new addition is our segment “Confidential Clients,” inspired by what Courtney hears every day behind the salon chair. People overshare, confess, and casually drop stories that sound fake until you remember real life is stranger than scripted TV. From there we drift into skate trip dreams, New York City impressions, classic skate shoe debates (yes, we talk Half Cabs), and we finish with the beautiful chaos of parenting, pets, and responsibility lessons gone wrong.

If you like an unfiltered comedy podcast with current events, pop culture commentary, salon stories, and skateboarding culture, hit play. Subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a five-star rating if it made you laugh or cringe.

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We start with Duval energy and a real Jaguars season recap, digging into why Trevor Lawrence’s growth and Doug Pederson’s culture shift feel like the start of something sustainable. We then pivot into a heavy current events talk on Tyre Nichols and police accountability, before ending with lighter TV and movie recommendations plus a classic Jacksonville social media story. 

• Jaguars turnaround from worst to division winner 
• close losses early as proof of real progress 
• Trevor Lawrence development under competent coaching 
• roster additions paying off and what the stats say 
• offseason needs including pass rush and line depth 
• why Doug Pederson earns coach of year talk 
• reaction to Tyre Nichols killing and what the footage suggests 
• arguments for de-escalation training and psychological vetting 
• how division and distraction derail real reform 
• Netflix picks You People and Mo plus The Northman and pirate history 
• the Only In Duval ban story setup 

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Five never-published black and white skate photos sat on a shelf for years, and now they’re doing what skateboarding does best: bringing people together. We’re joined by Aaron Mullen and Mike Peterson to talk about the legendary Jacksonville Beach backyard pool sessions that produced the shots, and how photographer and former FTK Skate Mag editor Jake Shrickling helped turn those images into a benefit raffle for Dr. Jones’ hip surgery GoFundMe. The prints are certified authentic, signed, and limited to only five, which makes them a real piece of Florida skateboarding history you can actually own.

We get into the story behind the spot, from the couch surfing era that made Aaron Mike’s neighbor to the moment the pool got drained and everyone realized it really worked. We break down what the transition felt like, where the steep walls got serious, and why one “simple” frontside flip turned into a weeks-long battle. If you’ve ever fought the same trick until it finally clicks, you’ll recognize every part of that process, including the classic timing twist where the camera shows up and the make happens fast.

Then Mike jumps in with the behind-the-scenes details: draining schedules, resurfacing, adding real coping, and how the pool became a magnet for sessions, visitors, and even a Fuel TV Daily Habit shoot with full-on lighting. We also flip through memories from the era, connecting the dots between photos, videos, and the people who shaped the scene.

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Someone can be a local skater in Jacksonville one year, then be sleeping in a truck in Colorado the next, chasing work and trying to keep a creative dream alive. That’s the reality Voodoo and his cousin Ian bring into the garage with us, and it turns into one of those conversations that moves fast from laughs to real life lessons without losing the thread.

We talk skateboarding at Monument, the OGs who actually help younger skaters level up, and how that daily grind mirrors what it takes to grow as an independent hip-hop artist. Voodoo breaks down his approach to honest lyrics, why he refuses the fake-flex rap template, and what it feels like to go months without studio time when you’re out of state trying to survive. We also dig into the practical side of music marketing: networking, venues, mini tours, merch, BeatStars leasing, UnitedMasters distribution, and the hard math of streaming payouts.

Then we switch gears into culture and current events: the Dave Chappelle stage attack, why comedians keep getting targeted, and how “offense culture” and social media censorship change the way people talk online. It’s part free speech debate, part parenting and resilience talk, and part reminder that context matters more than outrage.

Tap play for road trip stories, DIY music strategy, and the kind of perspective you only get after trying to build something the hard way. If you like it, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a five-star rating and review.

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A backyard skate ramp hidden in the St. Augustine woods sounds like a tall tale, but Carl Nagley lived it and built it. We sit down with the North Florida local to trace a 36-year skateboarding journey shaped by Kona Skatepark, contest-era Florida energy, and a deep love for spine ramps and technical coping tricks. If you’ve ever watched someone link lip trick combos that look straight out of Tony Hawk, Carl’s the kind of skater you’re thinking of. 

We get into the specifics that skaters actually care about: why certain transitions “feel right,” how to keep learning without chasing the biggest trick, and the mindset of taking what you already have and adding one small piece to create something new. Carl also talks favorite skaters, early sponsorship moments, Tampa Am memories, and how Florida skateboarding grew from a regional scene into a worldwide pipeline. 

Then we zoom out to the culture around the skating: the local skate shops that held scenes together, the overlap between skateboarding and music, and our chaotic “News with Idiots” segment. We also get honest about shared skateparks, from inline skaters to BMX and scooters, including the unbreakable rule that can save a session: don’t wax coping. 

Stick around for the ramp round-two plans, plus a real update on surgery, recovery, and the drive to get back on the board with unfinished business. If you enjoy skateboarding stories with equal parts history, humor, and hard-earned wisdom, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a five-star review.

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Skateboarding has a way of turning random people into lifelong crew, and Episode 55 is basically proof. We’re at the table with Dave Libhart (True East Brand and True East Construction) and Travis and Devin Murtiff (Ride On Concrete) to talk about where we came from, what we’re building now, and what we refuse to let skateboarding become. We get into first boards, early sessions, Kona and Monument memories, and the local names and moments that still define what “core” feels like in real life.

Then we zoom in on the work: concrete, skate obstacles, and the new changes happening at Kona. Travis and Devin break down what it takes to pour features that actually skate well, while Dave explains how True East Brand grew from a construction logo into a skateboarding-focused apparel brand that gives back to DIY skateparks and community projects. If you’re searching for skatepark construction stories, DIY skateboarding culture, or brands that reinvest in the scene, this one hits home.

We also get honest about modern skateboarding: Instagram clips replacing full skate videos, the Olympics effect, and the rise of “skate coaches” for families who didn’t grow up around the culture. Plus, we do what we do and spiral into “play stupid games, win stupid prizes” before coming back around to travel, building abroad, and why Japan left such a mark. Subscribe, share this with your skate group chat, and leave a review, then tell us: is skateboarding a sport, a game, or something else entirely?

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A skate crew’s history is usually hidden in parking lots, old photos, and half-remembered road trips until somebody finally sits down and tells it right. We’re joined by Jason Cologne, formerly of Crown Skateboards, plus the homie Aaron Mullen for a loose, story-heavy hang that connects Puerto Rico roots, Westside Jacksonville sessions, and the specific kind of mayhem that seems to follow skaters wherever they go.

We talk about how Jason gets started, the early years at spots like Kona and Orange Park, and the contests and missions that shaped his skating. Aaron drops classic crew lore, and we get into how Crown Skateboards evolves when the torch passes hands and the brand shifts to Jacksonville. If you care about the Jacksonville skate scene, local skate shop sponsorships, and what it takes to build a real community around a park, this one has plenty of details that never show up in highlight clips.

We also zoom out to what skateboarding looks like now: the insane progression, the Olympics effect, and why video parts still hit harder than most contest formats. Then we come back to the roots with DIY backyard setups, salvaged rails, and the simple truth that skateboarding keeps pulling people back in, even when work, heat, and family life make sessions harder to come by. Hit play, share it with a friend from your old crew, and subscribe, rate, and review so more skaters can find the show.

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A scrapbook lands on the table and suddenly we’re back in old Jacksonville sessions, staring at Kona Skate Park photos like they’re portals. We’re joined by Travis Ochab, a true local ripper with deep roots in Florida skateboarding, and we let his stack of newspaper clippings and faded prints steer the conversation through the spots, the people, and the moments that built the scene long before skate clips lived on a phone. If you care about Kona history, the Legacy crew, or how a local skate community holds together over decades, this one is packed.

We talk about where Travis started, the first board he rode, and how supportive parents and constant park time can change a kid’s whole trajectory. From there it turns into a wide-angle look at Jacksonville skateboarding: why rough concrete and “janky” parks quietly make you tougher, why perfect new parks can feel strange at first, and what’s happening now as progression accelerates through Instagram and skateboarding’s Olympics era. We keep it honest about the pros, the weirdness, and the pride of coming up in a place that never made it easy.

We also get into the painful side of the lifestyle: broken wrists, ankle disasters, hard slams, surgeries, and the mindset shift that keeps you skating anyway. To top it off, we share what we’re working on next, including plans for live podcast nights at Kona with guests, games, and a late-night-show vibe.

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You can tell when a brand comes from real skateboarding, not a trend report. We’re hanging with Jesse Farrell from Upland Clothing, a Jacksonville, Florida creator who started with DIY screen printing and turned it into a serious streetwear brand with a clean look, a strong point of view, and the kind of work ethic that doesn’t need hype to survive. We talk about learning to skate in small town Callahan, building style through limitation, and why “making it for yourself first” is still the best product strategy in skate culture. 

Jesse breaks down the practical side of building a clothing company today: how social media drives discovery, why networking is just showing up and following through, and what he learned from doing a week long New York pop up shop after noticing real demand outside Florida. We get into seasonal drops, collaborations, content plans like day in the life videos, and the long term goal of opening a storefront that makes sense for the brand, not just the hometown. 

Then we zoom out into the personal side: staying healthy, sobriety and coping, and how identity politics and media noise can distract people from what actually moves their lives forward. If you care about streetwear, e-commerce, Shopify, skateboarding stories, and building something from scratch without waiting for permission, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s building, and leave a review with the city you think Upland should pop up in next.

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