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Documenting the Past, Present and Future of Los Angeles Graffiti Culture Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

  1. 17 HR. AGO

    BUGE BAMC (Part 24): His Journey Inside The Oceanwide Towers In Downtown Los Angeles

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he reveals the hidden world inside downtown LA’s Oceanwide Plaza Towers, a trio of towering skyscrapers frozen in time. Once imagined as luxury residences, these unfinished giants were left vacant when construction abruptly halted, creating an unlikely playground for the city’s most daring graffiti vandals. What was intended to be a gleaming symbol of opulence has instead become an unexpected gallery that captures the essence of Los Angeles’ graffiti culture. For BUGE, stepping into the empty structure was a haunting experience. He describes the surreal feeling of entering the skyscrapers, only to be surrounded by the names and tags of past—artists he hadn’t seen or heard from in years. The Oceanwide Towers have become a hidden monument to LA’s graffiti scene, a convergence of old and new voices expressing their art on a massive, unplanned canvas. BUGE shares his reflections on this unique gallery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    6 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    BUGE BAMC (Part 23): Jumping Off A Building To Get Away From The Police Helicopter

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he recounts a heart-pounding encounter that nearly cost him his freedom—and his life. Known for scaling dizzying heights to leave his mark on the city’s billboards, BUGE shares the story of one unforgettable night when he collided with law enforcement in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. BUGE was painting on a prominent city ledge when he saw the flashing lights of police units surrounding the area. He describes the chilling moment he noticed a police helicopter zeroing in, its powerful “night sun” spotlight illuminating his every move. With no way down, he and his fellow writer faced a split-second decision: surrender or make a break for it. Their choice? Leap from the building’s roof into the unknown. The clip dives into the adrenaline fueled escape that ensued, a perilous leap in a bid for freedom that no one expected them to survive. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    7 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    BUGE BAMC (Part 22): On Going "At It" With Other Well-Known Billboard Killers

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he recalls an electrifying time in the Los Angeles graffiti history, what he calls the "Billboard Era. This was an age when the skyline itself became a battleground for vandals vying to leave their mark on towering billboards, each daring production more ambitious than the last. BUGE describes an unspoken competition among the city’s billboard killers, a relentless drive to push artistic boundaries and inspire others to go even further. Each billboard painted wasn’t just art, it was a challenge, a shout to rivals to raise the stakes, igniting a spirit of rebellion and creativity that defined a generation of Los Angeles graffiti culture. The once-blank faces of L.A.'s billboards were transformed into thrilling canvases, each one a testament to fearless self-expression. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    5 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    BUGE BAMC: His "Bridge Era" and People Always Wanting To Test Him (Part 21)

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he takes us into the origins of his so-called “Bridge Era.” Reflecting on an offhand comment from a fellow writer, BUGE reveals how the casual remark ignited his fascination with bridges, launching him into one of his most dangerous painting phases yet. The clip delves into the high stakes nature of bridge painting, with BUGE recounting catching his first bridge in broad daylight and the unexpected challenges that followed. Almost getting stuck on a bridge, he quickly realized that these high-altitude structures required not only skill but physical strength, adding a layer of intrigue that fueled his ambition. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    6 min

  5. 4 DAYS AGO

    BUGE BAMC (Part 20): Describes The Most Life-Threatening Spot He's Ever Painted

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he recounts his most daring mission yet, a heart pounding climb to a legendary bridge known to be the ultimate test of a vandal’s resolve. Joined by two of L.A.’s top writers, BUGE takes us on a perilous journey to a spot where only the most fearless vandals have ever dared to catch, a historic bridge whose precarious heights and punishing winds have become the stuff of legend. This hair-raising mission, where adrenaline battles fear, represents the physical and mental endurance that graffiti legends must endure to earn their status. Tune in as BUGE's vivid recollections will pull you into the nerve-wracking mission, and make you feel every rattle, gust, and heartbeat of one of L.A.’s most dangerous bridges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    7 min

  6. OCT 31

    BUGE BAMC (Part 19): How Getting Away Is The Trophy, and The Number of Billboards He's Caught

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he shares how he counts his successes in billboards painted, each one a victory symbolized by his ability to evade capture. “The trophy is getting away,” he shares with a grin, capturing the thrill and stakes that fuel his career. BUGE’s careful navigation of his craft is a lesson in secrecy and survival, as he hints at the value of moving “in silence.” The artist talks about holding his plans close to prevent others from taking his ideas, never revealing his next target until it’s time to strike. For BUGE, the art isn’t only in what he paints but in the entire process, from conceiving his designs to keeping them hidden and finding the perfect moment to unveil them in bold, defiant letters high above the city. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    6 min

  7. OCT 30

    BUGE BAMC (Part 18): Why He's Ripping Down Billboards and His Plans For a City-Wide Takeover

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he unveils his covert plan to dominate the city’s skyline with a sweeping, synchronized reveal. BUGE, who has long been infamous for his high-stakes billboard takeovers, reveals a surprising trick he discovered: painting behind billboard ads on the wooden backing to ensure his work stays hidden, yet visible, longer than usual. But this time, he’s thinking bigger. In what he calls his “master plan,” he’s strategically hit multiple billboard sites across L.A., painting his name in on each hidden panel. The ultimate goal? A dramatic, one-day unveiling where he will tear down the advertisements all at once, blanketing Los Angeles with his signature. The city waits in anticipation, or dread, for the day BUGE’s audacious vision will unfold. To learn more about his bold plan, catch the next clip of our exclusive interview. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    5 min

  8. OCT 29

    BUGE BAMC (Part 17): On Taking 2 Years Off From Graff and Returning In February 2024

    In the next clip of our exclusive interview with Los Angeles Billboard Killer BUGE BAMC VS, he unveils a deeply personal journey marked by highs, lows, and an unlikely comeback. As the “Billboard Killer,” BUGE disappeared from the Los Angeles streets two years ago, abandoning his assaults on billboards just as his fame reached its zenith. After two years of darkness and personal reflection, the vandal reemerged this February with a clear vision. Describing a spark that ignited his passion anew and guided him toward a comeback. As he maps out his return, viewers are invited to witness an artist reborn, as he returns to his canvas, the streets of Los Angeles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

    9 min
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Documenting the Past, Present and Future of Los Angeles Graffiti Culture Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-castro63/support

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  • Creator
    Richard Castro
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    378
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Richard Castro
  • Show Website
    GRAFFTV

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