In this episode of The Bigspin, we sit down with Brandon Gillett, the founder of Wrkshp Fingerboards, a Los Angeles based brand built on a passion for skateboarding and a drive to bring something fresh to the fingerboard scene. Brandon opens up about the highs and lows of starting a brand from the ground up, how skateboarding continues to fuel his creativity, and what it takes to carve out space in such a tight-knit community. We also dive into some of the hot topics sparking conversations in the fingerboard community recently, sharing insights, laughs, and real talk along the way!

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In this episode, we sit down with Andy, founder of the fast rising fingerboard brand KNIFE and head of Blackriver USA. Based out of the Blackriver Chicago store, Andy brings a unique blend of skateboarding, fingerboarding, music, videography, and photography to everything he touches.

We dive deep into Andy’s creative process and hear how his visual storytelling background fuels KNIFE’s distinct identity and aesthetic. Despite being a relatively new player, KNIFE has already carved out a name as one of the most in-demand brands in the fingerboard scene today.

From working closely with Blackriver to building a brand that stands for both quality and culture, Andy shares the journey and the hustle behind it all.

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In this episode of The Bigspin, I catch up with Levine from Usable to talk about all things competitive fingerboarding. We dive into the launch of USAFBL, the rise of organized competition in the U.S., and what it means for the future of the scene. Levine also shares the story behind Plies—the new fingerboard magazine that's making waves—and gives us a sneak peek at the upcoming USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast. Plus, we talk about the importance of local support, especially around the USAFBL Tour. This one’s packed—tune in!

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In this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with Mallory, the creative mind behind Unique Decks out of Oregon. We dive into their journey in the fingerboard scene, how Unique Decks got started, and what sets her handmade decks apart. From design inspiration to community building, Mallory shares the heart behind the brand. Don't miss this one!

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Josh, founder of San Diego-based brand 3CCH1, joins The Bigspin to talk about his skateboarding background, love for fingerboarding and handboarding, and the inspiration behind his bold, sometimes edgy graphics. He also reflects on his brief influencer era and how family life has reshaped his approach to running the brand. 

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This episode of The Bigspin is a little different—in the best way. Instead of our usual show build format, this one plays out more like an open conversation. That’s because when you're talking with someone like Nash from Sorry for Fingerboarding, trying to fit his story into a strict timeline just wouldn’t do it justice.

Nash is a natural storyteller, and his brand has such a deep history in the scene that trying to cover it all in one go would ruin the flow. So we didn’t. We let the conversation lead us. We touched on everything from the early days of Sorry, to the culture it helped shape, and some of the philosophy behind it all.

And the best part? This isn’t the end. In just a few days, Nash and I will be linking up in Boston, and we’re planning to sit down for Part Two. Can’t wait to keep it going.

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In this episode, we sit down with Mark, the founder of Grind Right, a newer fingerboard brand that’s been gaining steady momentum over the past year. We talk about how he got into making rails, what inspired the first designs, and the lessons he’s learning while building a brand from the ground up.

It’s a conversation about figuring it out as you go, staying hands-on, and building something with intention.

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On this episode of The Bigspin podcast, we’re sitting down with a true fingerboard local legend—Mike Clarke, better known in the community as Whytmyk! We dive into his early skate years, his passion for fingerboarding, and how a simple request from his son to build a fingerboard park evolved into a beloved brand known for its quality, durability, and epic realism.

Be sure to show Mike some love on IG: @Whytmyk

Check out his rad crete: https://whytmykconcrete.bigcartel.com/

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On the next episode of The Bigspin, I’m joined by Miguel and Donnie, the masterminds behind Weaselrat— a rising fingerboard brand rooted in San Diego, CA, and Santa Fe, NM. Despite being relatively new to the scene, they’ve already made waves with their support for the community and a commitment to pushing fingerboarding forward. With professional backgrounds in marketing and digital media, their sharp, standout branding speaks for itself. The full pod drops April 4th on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!

Be sure to follow WR on IG: https://www.instagram.com/weaselratfb/

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