WCRP on Skateboarding

WCRP on Skateboarding

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  • WCRP: Tom Knox 028

    80’s street skating, and true fans of the CULTURE. On this 3rd day, of the year 2022. I present, none other than skateboarding ROYALTY. One of the handful of skaters, that literally put the streets on his back in the 80’s. But, he wasnt just a “street skater”. You could place quadruple-OG, skateboarding LEGEND Tom Knox on ANY terrain. And, it was on. Ask them boys what he did to that vert ramp, back in the day. The know what the GOAT is all about. And, he’s here today, to share his story with WCRP on Skateboarding.


    Tune in, as Tom discusses the realities after professional skateboarding. We talk traveling, and getting per diem for our first time. Linking back up with Santa Cruz skateboards. What makes Mike Vallely, Ed Templeton, & Gonz so special to the CULTURE. Geographically located skaters, The Olympics, Jon Gardner. The praise of mediocrity, & all things skateboarding.

    I cannot begin to thank this gentleman enough for his time. It was an absolute HONOR to set back, and soak up some game with the LEGEND. All praises due!! Thank you, Tom!!

    First show of the year. Part 2, coming later this week. You know how we do about this time. Its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding.. Lets GO!- Clyde Singleton 

    20 min
  • WCRP: Jeremy Wray Pt.3- Three The Hard Wray(Bonus Episode)

    Here it is, folks. The one you been waiting for! What better way to end the year, than with triple-OG skateboarding LEGEND Jeremy Wray. Taking yall back in time, discussing everything that is skateboarding? Make zero mistakes about it- this 3rd installment, is strictly for the CULTURE.


    Tune in, as Jeremy discusses meeting LEGENDARY skateboard photographer, Dan Sturt for the first time. We talk super-duper OG Dave Andrecht, the gap between being a rider & a owner of a skateboard company. The truth behind the mass exodus from Plan B, for Girl. And, finally- we breakdown the infamous water tower ollie.

    Thank you Jeremy, for being a good sport. And, knocking this out over the holidays. We all appreciate you, and everything you’ve done for skateboarding!! Blessings to you & yours, and salute to a real one!

    You know how we do about this time.. Last show of 2021. 61 episodes deep. We‘ve come along ways, man.. It’s the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Lets GO!!- Clyde Singleton 

    16 min
  • WCRP: Jeremy Wray Pt.2- Every Which Wray But Loose

    Good morning, listeners!! What starts off, as a normal conversation about the history of Color Skateboards. Takes us all on a fantastic voyage into 90’s skateboarding history. So many plot twists & turns, this is a true skateboard nerds dream come true. This is truly what WCRP is all about. The history, heroes & misadventures of skateboarding.


    Tune in, as Jeremy & I talk the early days of Blockhead Skateboards. We both share stories about the one & only, Jason Dill. Jeremy opens up about almost riding for REAL. The unique brotherhood in skateboarding, “Recycled Rubbish”, the genius of Rodney Mullen & skateboard decks. Steep concave, finding old Valterra’s on EBay, going big in the early 90s & all things skateboarding!!

    What an incredible interview. Can’t thank the GOAT enough, for his time during this crazy holiday season. Jeremy, you’re as real as they come brother!!

    Be on the lookout to the conclusion, later this week. You know how we do about this time. Its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding..- Clyde Singleton

    22 min
  • WCRP: Jeremy Wray 027

    Merry Christmas, everyone!! On todays episode, we’re gonna learn a few things about integrity. From none other, than triple OG skateboarding LEGEND- Jeremy Wray. What he did at the beginning of his skateboard career, at ASR 1991. Isn’t something many would, or have done. And, he’s here to share his story with us at WCRP.


    Tune in, as Jeremy talks his humble beginnings at Blockhead Skateboards. We discuss the truth behind Kevin Harris & Skate Stoppers. Freestylers, ultimately taking over the skateboard industry. Steve Rocco, and the classic World Industries ASR Booth. Drawing his first pro model, Gideon Choi, Jeff Taylor & all things skateboarding!!

    I want to thank Jeremy for pulling this off! Such a class act, and just one of the nicest dudes on this planet. All praises due, to the GOAT!!

    you know how we do about this time.. its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Stay dangerous!!- Clyde Singleton

    20 min
  • WCRP: Mark Heintzman Pt.2: The Heintz Shuffle

    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

    19 min
  • WCRP: Mark Heintzman 026

    The 80’s were filled with some serious heavy hitters. If you’re one of the CULTURE, skateboarding LEGEND Mark Heintzman is a name that stood out amongst those. After crushing every contest in his path. The Ohio native was crowned NSA Street Champion in ‘88, and soon after- took the world by storm. Becoming the first street pro for G&S Skateboards, was no small task. Yet, Mark handled it all with style & grace. One of the top selling skateboards, classic photos & magazine covers.. Mans did it really big. And, he’s here on WCRP today to tell his story.


    Tune in, as Mark talks memories of skating in the early 80’s. The evolution of street skateboarding. We both have some bizarre Gator stories, you don’t want to miss. He shares a story of the Gullwing Army Tour in NYC. We talk skateboard trucks, “contest skaters”, the new generation & all things skateboarding!

    I’d like to thank Mark, for his time. And, everything he’s done for the game. As I’ve stated- he was the real-deal, and still one of the realest dudes out here. Be on the lookout for Part 2, on Monday!!

    You know how we do about this time.. Its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding! Lets GO!!- Clyde Singleton

    20 min
  • WCRP: Julio De La Cruz Pt.2- New Deals, New Neighborhoods

    If you listen closely, you’ll notice one common theme throughout our interview. And, that is skateboarding LEGEND Julio De LA Cruz- always had a plan. Thats what separates the survivors out here. The willingness, to never give up. To truly believe in yourself, and those around you. Take risks, while most are begging for crumbs to stay afloat. Julio, has done all of the above. And, thats why he’s here 30yrs later- still doing what he loves.


    In our final installment.. Julio jumps right in, with one of the funniest introductions of my 25yrs in media! He talks growing up skating with Armando Barajas & getting on New Deal. His first punk rock band “Obnoxious”. We talk the late-80s, progression gap in skateboarding. Pressure flips, and their influence on todays skateboarding. Unattainable business goals, Central Clothing, a hilarious Frank Hirata story. And, all things skateboarding!!

    Thank you for this one, Julio! One solid human being, and always has been. Y‘all go support Neighborhood, and show the homie some Love!

    You already know how we do about this time. It’s the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in!- Clyde Singleton

    18 min
  • WCRP: Julio De La Cruz 025

    You can’t talk early 90’s street skating. Or, the city of Los Angeles, California. Without mentioning the name, Julio De La Cruz. That’s just an undeniable fact, so go argue with your Mama. We’ve all seen the New Deal video, with Chariots of Fire theme. He blessed the CULTURE with Neighborhood Skateboards, & Central Clothing. Put some of the best dudes out there in the game, way back. Make no mistakes about it, Julio is a certified LEGEND in these streets. And, he’s here today on WCRP, to share his story..


    Tune in, we discuss the importance of skateboarding unions. Julio talks growing up skating South Gate, in the ‘80s. Getting his first skateboard, from a neighborhood drug dealer. An amazing story, of KFC chicken buckets & free knee pads. Accidentally setting his house on fire, as a child. The influence of Mark Gonzales, surviving the early 90’s era, OG Tampa Pro contests, and all things skateboarding!

    Not gonna lie.. This may be one of the funniest, and most insightful interviews I’ve ever done. Julio is as real as they come. Thank you for doing this, brother. Always a pleasure catching up.

    You know how we do about this time. It’s the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in!- Clyde Singleton

    18 min
  • WCRP: Ned “Peanut” Brown Pt.2- The Ballad of Ned Brown
    As Ned & I were talking, he took a moment, “man.. i had to grab all my old photos & stuff, just to go down memory lane talking to you..” You could clearly hear it in his voice. The excitement, as he talks old skateparks & friends. The support & Love of his Father. First sponsor. Bad deals. He was taking us all on a visual journey, via storytelling. Ladies & gentlemen. Make no mistakes about it- this is CULTURE.
    Tune in, as our conversation continues with Peanut sharing his love for Marty Grimes & Freddie DeSoto. Skateboard clubs in 70s High School. Hall of Fame athletes in his family. We talk Black ownership, local contests, the evolution of the skateboarding industry. Finally- Peanut clears the air, about the infamous Jason Jesse KO.
    What an incredible piece. So grateful, to finally be able to talk to the LEGEND. And, we’ve become friends through it all. That, genuinely makes me happy. Thank you, Peanut. Again, i wouldnt be here without your contributions.
    You know how we do about this time.. its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in!!- Clyde Singleton
    21 min
  • WCRP: Ned “Peanut” Brown 024

    There‘s quite a few things you’re gonna learn today. As WCRP, taps in with Wilmington, Delawares finest. None other, than skateboarding LEGEND- Ned “Peanut“ Brown. A true pioneer in the game, with a remarkable story of growing up skating in the mid-70s. To becoming one of the first Black professional skateboarders. This, is for the culture folks..


    Tune in, as Ned opens up about getting his first board in 1975. He talks skating the legendary Dover Skatepark. Easy Rider Skatepark. Chuck Treece, and the Cherry Hill Park days. Skate Patrol. Parallels between the 70s & now. His first sponsor, Henry‘s. We talk Kodak moments, a very gripping message from his Father. And, all things skateboarding!

    The amount of Love & respect, I have for this gentleman- is well beyond words. Thank you for everything you‘ve done. And, thank you for being a huge inspiration to many, including myself.


    You know how we do about this time. Its the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in!- Clyde Singleton

    22 min

About WCRP on Skateboarding

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A radio-podcast series that features the history, heroes and misadventures of skateboarding. Hosted by, Clyde Singleton.

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