WCRP on Skateboarding

Welcome back, and let’s kick off Season 9 with skateboard LEGEND- Andy Howell! This gentleman has been a force in the game, going back to 1987. We’re talking about a pioneer in street skateboarding, art & business. We finally got to sit down, & start from the beginning. Join us, as Andy talks growing up in Virginia Beach & the early days of Mt. Trashmore. Shares influences behind his debut Schmitt Stix Pro Model, & early 90’s artwork. Hear an incredible story, about writing Tony Hawks first fan letter. Plus, some exclusive intel, on the return of Undergound Element & Zero Sophisto. It’s safe to say: Part 1, is what Willis was talkin’ bout.. Thank you, so much Andy!

Welcome back to Part 2, and let’s get right down to business with Florida skateboard LEGEND- Howard Montaque. On tonight’s episode, we take dive into some South Florida history . We talk , Allen “Ollie” Gelfand. Renegade Skateboards, and skateboard LEGEND- Elyssa Steamer. We discuss the parallels between playing sports & board confidence. Women’s competition, Steve Steadham being a former BMX Champion,. Florida skateboard LEGEND- Mike Frazier & some interesting history behind Jonesville, FL. Thank you once again, Howard! And, major shoutout to Space Coast Podcast for letting us use their studios! Florida, Stand UP!

Grand risings, and we’re gonna get right down to business with Florida skateboard LEGEND- Howard Montaque. This gentleman’s story of starting in the small town of Port Charlotte, Fl. To being one of the first riders on Foundation Skateboards- this is truly, on for the books! Tune in, as Howard discusses discovering skateboarding via BookMobile in 1979. Shares a hilarious story about the infamous “Golf and Run” Skatepark in Ft. Myers, Florida. Talks skateboard LEGEND- Buck Smith, early influence & friendship. Terry Huber of “No Fraud”, the early-80s Florida Punk scene, Island Water Sports & much more! It’s all here, folks! I cannot thank this gentleman enough for his time, and sharing his story. Florida, stand up!

and, THANK YOU to Jesse & Space Coast Podcast for allowing us to use their studios.

Good morning, and welcome back to Part 2! Let’s get right down to business with Long Island skateboarding LEGEND- Chad Caruso. Today, he shares an inside look into his Guinness World Record for crossing American the fastest on a skateboard. Did he push switch? What about dirt roads? How many miles per day? Wild animals? The answer to all those questions, and more- are here today. One of the greatest stories in the history of skateboarding. Without further ado.. Thank you, Chad!

Good morning, and do we have a show you for guys! Last year, skateboard LEGEND- Chad Caruso set the Guinness World Record. By becoming the first person to ever skateboard across America. Over 30k miles on 4 urethane wheels, is crazy work. And, that’s just one of the World Records this gentleman holds. Tune in, as Chad takes us back to riding for the infamous Skate Sauce in Long Island. Opens up about his 2 DUI’s, and winning his fight with alcoholism. We discuss parallels between being a Chef, and a skateboarder. Filming a new trick a day, for 30 days. Traveling across America, to film a trick in each state in 50 days. This dude is skateboarding, and we’re here for it! Without further ado, hear one of the greatest stories told. Personal hero, and a damn good guy. Part 1, is now live. Thank you once again, Chad.

We’ve hit another milestone, here at the podcast. The coveted, WCR3-Peat(3 back-to back episodes) has arrived. Only few have roamed into this territory of great story-telling. Today, we can add skateboard LEGEND- Eric Ricks to said list. Tune in, as Eric breaks down what really happened with Liberty Skateboards. Is it actually worth reissuing a Pro Model with an old sponsor? We discuss everything from Nyjah, to Neil Blender. And, leave you all with a bizarre Dan Sturt x Jim Gray story. This is one of the greatest episodes, for that story alone. Thank you once again, Eric!

Grand risings! Today’s gonna be a good one! not only due, to the exclusive content shared by skateboard LEGEND- Eric Ricks. But, I’ve also delivered this episode as promised. Tune in, as Eric takes us back to his chance meeting with none other than Birdman himself. Which subsequently, led to him getting on Powell-Peralta. But, that’s where things get interesting, I don’t even want to spoil this for anyone, but this has one hell of a surprise ending. Not even gonna hold yall any longer. Thank you once again, Eric. This is probably one of the best early 90s stories, we’ve never heard. Will this interview go for the rare, WCR3-Peat? Give a listen & let us know in the comments.

On today’s #MondayMorningRAW, we have none other than skateboard LEGEND- Eric Ricks in the house. The 90s street technician outta Torrance, CA, is here to share his hilarious beginning with skateboarding. and, there’s no better way to start your Monday! Tune is, as Eric takes us back to his first complete setup via Viking Skate Shop. He shares a hilarious story of childhood friend & skateboard LEGEND- Daewon Song, and their first sponsor. We swap some war stories from the early 90s, talks moving his family up to Washington & so much more! This is just the beginning folks. Sit back, and enjoy Part 1. And, thank you to my man Eric for making this happen!

There’s some interviews, that simply resinate with you. This is easily one of those. Skateboarding LEGEND- Pep Williams lays it all out, on Part 2 of our exclusive interview here at WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in, as Pep takes us back to the early days of BMX Plus. We talk skateboarding LEGEND- Anthony Oglesby, and break down the unfortunate truths about companies & Black skaters in the skateboarding industry. Discuss the importance of ownership, the Bronze Age/Von Dutch connection, Ghetto Wear. Also, Pep shares a story about Kareem Campbell, that could’ve easily transformed skateboarding as we know it. This is seriously, one hell of an episode! Without further ado, ladies & gentlemen- you are now rocking with the finest! Much Love, Pep! 📸:@ppeyotecodyy

As a kid, heroes that looked like myself were not on the covers of skateboard magazines. In steps, skateboarding LEGEND- @pepwilliams. Being one of the few African-American skateboarders on the cover of Thrasher Magazine, was something of an anomaly. Although it was 1991, he was only the 3rd who’d ever graced the cover. Strange times we lived in. Although, it’s over 30 years ago- his hero status has never changed. So, it’s with great pleasure, I bring you all this exclusive interview with the man himself.

Tune in, as Pep talks growing up skating Watts in the 70s. Jumping up curbs, before knowing what an “Ollie” was. We discuss the history of skateboarding in the hood, Eazy-E in Venice Beach & why people are so amazed by rappers that can skate. Learn about the inportance of skateboarding LEGEND- Jesse Martinez, Bronze Age Clothing & finally someone speaks up about the skateboard industry. Yall gon’ learn today!! Thank you so much, Pep!

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