Tats N Chats (with Husband & Wife)

Alex (aka. Husband) and Toni (aka. Wife)

Banter, random facts, heartwarming stories and just a bit of nonsense. A husband and Wife team in a tattoo shop, talking to amazing people of every possible variety, some make us laugh, some make us cry and other make us think... what the hell is wrong with this person?!? But all of them make coming in worth while, come meet them with us and share in some awesome 'Tats' and some fantastic 'Chats'

  1. Karim (The last of us, Sex workers and self expression)

    03/15/2025

    Karim (The last of us, Sex workers and self expression)

    Alex and Karim discussed various movies and TV shows, including The Suicide Squad, Saltburn, A Serbian Film, Squid Game, and the concept of requiring a license to have children. They also talked about things they say or do without thinking and reminisced about old YouTube videos. Two friends discussed hobbies, music, education, the male My Little Pony fandom, self-expression, and the transgender community, sharing experiences and opinions on learning new skills, being true to oneself, and breaking stigmas. They also mentioned their personal projects aimed at promoting awareness and understanding. The conversation covered the game "The Last of Us," its themes of sacrifice, revenge, and consequences, and debates around the characters' actions. The discussion then moved to horror movies and what makes them scary. They started tattooing, which felt therapeutic and helped form connections, including with sex workers. They spoke about struggling with depression and self-doubt and encountering financial difficulties while saving for a trip to Japan. They expressed a wish for basic financial skills to be taught in school. They talked about movies, live-action adaptations of anime, and offensive story interpretations, with the woman sharing personal experiences of inappropriate interactions. The speakers expressed their love for video games like "The Last of Us" and "The Last of Us: Part II," admiring characters, storylines, and gameplay. They mentioned other games such as God of War, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Metal Gear Solid, and anticipated upcoming releases like the remake of Metal Gear Alpha and a possible God of War TV series. The conversation touched on mental health strategies, relationships, and the emotional significance of tattoos. A discussion about parenting included the idea of needing a license to have children and the societal impact of irresponsible parenting, exploring nature versus nurture and therapy's role in emotional understanding. A video transcript featured Karim describing her new tattoo inspired by "The Last of Us" and discussing tattoos as therapy and self-expression, ending with favorite video games. Two individuals conversed about gender influences on media, covering stereotypes, film hype, and portrayals of sex and sexuality. They discussed diversity in movies like The Last of Us, Onward, The Witcher, Frozen, Inside Out, and Zootopia, appreciating subtlety and inclusivity in storytelling and noting changes in Disney films.

    2h 29m
  2. Ryan pt 2 (martial arts, crypto and nonsense)

    12/01/2024

    Ryan pt 2 (martial arts, crypto and nonsense)

    Ryan is getting Godzilla and a unicorn tattooed on his arm for his son and daughter and the process involves using blue UV ink for the design. The ink will not be visible in regular light but will look like a mild scratch. The tattoo will fade over time. Ryan is excited about the design and can't wait to see it finished. Once the tattoo is done, they both admire it and plan for more tattoos in the future. The speaker and the guest talk about understanding each other's artistic pursuits. They discuss the importance of being oneself, even if it means being different from societal norms. They also share about their personal lives and how their partners play important roles in their work. The guest talks about the challenges of pricing his work and how every person's skin is different, affecting the time it takes to complete a tattoo. They discussed various martial arts actors and their Favorite movies, as well as their opinions on certain action films, such as the Fast and Furious series. They also talked about the recent fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, and how it might've affected Mike Tyson's legacy. The speaker and the tattoo artist discuss the process of getting tattoos and the industry. They talk about the stigma and misogyny women face in the male-dominated field and the objectification of women in the industry. They also discuss a tattoo artist who offers free sessions for women who get tattooed naked and the success of a former race car driver who turned to OnlyFans. watching the movie John Wick and talking about their plans to go to Japan. The conversation with the tattoo artist talks about how difficult it is to give quotes for tattoos, how some customers can be unreliable, and how movie tropes about physical violence are not accurate. Also, the artist is a fan of MythBusters. They talk about how quickly kids grow up and how bittersweet it can be. The speaker's daughter came out as gay when she was 10 years old, and they share a touching story about her first relationship. The other man shares that he didn't have his first physical girlfriend until he was 18 because he was socially awkward. They both agree that being weird is cool and it builds personality Ryan finishes tattooing the Unicorn and Godzilla, while discussing the use of numbing cream and the joys of dog ownership with his client. They also talk about the movie John Wick and its upcoming sequels, as well as the potential for future movies about other characters in the franchise. They also briefly discuss custom cars and the potential for troublemakers to be causing issues in the car park outside the shop. The person discusses the struggles they've faced with IVF and their weight, and the uncertainties and fears surrounding the process. The conversation also touches on healthcare coverage and the unfairness of some people easily getting pregnant while others

    2h 21m
  3. The Fun-Gals (Freyja, Face tats and Fun times)

    11/21/2024

    The Fun-Gals (Freyja, Face tats and Fun times)

    The group discusses their love for villains and how they want more origin stories for them told in a dark and twisted way. They mention some of their favorite movies and scenes from those movies, such as The Dark Knight and the first Alien movie. They also mention some disturbing facts about the making of certain movies. They mental health and trauma. They mention their disdain for "trauma bragging," and how everyone's story is valid. They also discuss a controversial art exhibition where a woman was subjected to various forms of abuse as a form of art. The conversation turns to the topic of cooties and they wonder if it's just another term. They are also discussing the various ways they would like to be remembered after they die. Some mention being an organ donor in case they die in a foreign country, while another person talks about wanting to be sprinkled in the Swiss Alps. They also discuss their dislike for the Louvre in Paris and their love for Spain and possibly going on a Viking lineage tour. They also bring up the concept of divorce parties and how one person knew someone who got tattoos every day before he died, The group discusses how they handle negative emotions and growth. They mention that growth can come from processing pain and redirecting it towards growth. They also talk about not comparing themselves to others and instead, focus on their own growth. They also mention how having a creative outlet can be therapeutic. They discuss how a face tattoo may not be as painful for women compared to men, and that women have a higher pain threshold due to childbirth. They then joke about doing a Grinch-themed Christmas party The three girls discuss their names, Freyja and its different spellings. They talk about getting stabbed with a needle for a blood test and compare it to getting stabbed in the chest. They also discuss women's rights and politics.

    1h 8m
  4. Ryan: Godzilla vs Unicorn (Black Mirror, Dragonball and Numbing cream)

    11/21/2024

    Ryan: Godzilla vs Unicorn (Black Mirror, Dragonball and Numbing cream)

    Godzilla vs Unicorn: Alex discusses his lack of identification as Australian or New Zealander, his dislike of veganism and his experience with negative comments online. They also discuss Japan and its attractions, including Studio Ghibli and a Godzilla movie. The person getting tattooed is in a lot of pain, especially on the sensitive parts of the wrist. The tattoo artist talks about the pain and how it comes and goes throughout the process but assures the person that it will be worth it once it is done. They also discuss piercings and other tattoos, as well as their plans for the design. The person also mentions a TV show and the controversial actions of one of the characters. They also briefly discuss plans for a trip to Ryan and got a badass tattoo of Godzilla versus a unicorn on his arm for his kids who love the two characters. It's going to have neon and UV ink to give it an anime feel. The artist and Ryan discussed pain and how some people enjoy the pain of tattoos. They also talk about Black Mirror and its thought-provoking scenarios. The artist suggests trying a muscle stimulation device to reduce pain, but Ryan decides he'd rather just have dead nerves in his arm. The guy who was mowing the lawn is f****d up beyond belief and needs help. He keeps talking about movies and actors, and the conversation has no clear direction. The other guy mentions a recent job audition and reveals he is a voice actor. They both have Australian and New Zealand heritage but have lived in Australia for 20 years. The guy's wife is apparently scary and teases him, and their kids don't identify as Kiwi despite having half-Kiwi heritage. A man and woman are talking about movies and shows. They discuss the new Godzilla and Kong movie and how they prefer to watch Recaps rather than the entire series. They also talk about various Marvel and Dragonball characters and transformations. The man mentions that Goku is the first mortal to achieve Ultra Instinct and how some characters are being trained to be Gods or Angels.

    59 min
  5. Yogi: Living with mental health (Bears,Billionaires and Big Budget Blockbusters)

    11/06/2024

    Yogi: Living with mental health (Bears,Billionaires and Big Budget Blockbusters)

    Two guys discusses their love for different forms of entertainment, including tv shows, movies, games, and wrestling, such as Game of Thrones, The Witcher, and God of War. They also talk about the art of wrestling and how it can be controversial, but still enjoyable. A chef and tattoo artist talk about their professions on the Tats N Chats podcast. The chef talks about how he got into cooking, his disabilities, and his job at a pub. The tattoo artist discusses the evolution of tattooing technology and techniques and how they improve the process. Two people discuss the high cost of living, the wealth gap and income inequality. They talk about the extreme wealth of billionaires and the potential good that could be done with just a small portion of their wealth. They also discuss the exponential growth of the world's population and its effect on resources. The conversation briefly shifts to the topic of Marvel movies, with one person expressing excitement for the upcoming releases. They react to the news that Iron Man is back in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They discuss how they are not surprised but also a little surprised, and how they don't like when characters are recycled. They also talk about the actors who have a strong presence and can play different roles seamlessly, like James Spader and Christoph Waltz. They also talk about memes, Kevin Spacey, The Silence of the Lambs, and the chefs tattoos. They discuss why the speaker The speaker is a tattoo artist. They share the story of how they got into tattooing and how they work. They also talk about their love for tattoos, their experience with apprentices and their colleague who is a great artist but is slow. They also discuss their own tattoos and their pain tolerance. The speaker then talks about blackout tattoos, and they end up talking about their favorite music videos and their dislike for today's rap music. Two tattoo artists chat while they begin work. They talk about video games, their work styles, getting ready for an event, customers, and other topics. They also discuss movies and actors they admire such as Alan Tudyk, Peter Dinklage, and Robin Williams. They express admiration for their work and fun memories of watching their movies. Eventually, they continue their work silently as one of the artists listens to comedy performances. The two people discuss their love for wrestling, reminiscing on past iconic matches and wrestlers. They also touch on their opinions on UFC and the upcoming Tyson vs Paul fight. The topic of Mike Tyson's face tattoo from The Hangover movie is brought up and the legal issues surrounding it. The tattoo artist shares his knowledge on tattooing on dark skin and the challenges that come with it. to be honest, the best part that, like, it's 100% like it feels like Scratch Boone. But then once that goes on, my. The speaker and their friend are discussing music and artists, mentioning ones like Jelly Roll and Keith Urban. They talk about how they prefer some of their more soulful and powerful songs and don't really enjoy the rap parts. They also mention their love for Luke Combs and how he has transitioned into a successful artist. The conversation then Two people discussed Disney movies like Cinderella, Mickey Mouse, and Winnie the Pooh. They also talked about other movies like Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. They discussed the original Brothers Grimm tales and how they were much darker than the Disney versions. They also mentioned the casting for the new Harry Potter series and shared some trivia about the actors who played Dumbledore. They also talked about their personal experiences with these movies and how nostalgia plays a role in one's love for these stories. Many shoutouts from many people during livestream, people are generally wholesome. The artist speaks about how he got into tattooing, did management stuff first. They share funny and wholesome stories about tattoos they've given and received.

    1h 57m
  6. Elizabeth: Lets go deep (Sexy witches, Kinks and Fetishes)

    10/30/2024

    Elizabeth: Lets go deep (Sexy witches, Kinks and Fetishes)

    Today on Tats N Chats we run the gamut from snow white jokes, talking about diversity and how you need to represent cultures right, talking about how girls want to be manly men, about tattoos being a commitment, and talked about getting a tattoo apprenticeship A group of friends discuss different stories from Greek mythology, including Athena and Medusa, Helen and the origin of the spider, and Helen the Bee. They also touch on tattoos and technology, including self-ordering car parts and artificial intelligence. The two artists discuss artificial intelligence and its potential dangers. They also talk about Edward Scissorhands and how his hands could have been more functional. They finish their conversation and the artists thanks their model, who is dressed up as a sexy witch named Glinda. The video ends. In this episode of Pleasant Chats, Elizabeth and her guest discuss a range of topics, including kinks and fetishes, ASMR, and their disappointment with recent adaptations and movie remakes. They advocate for more diversity and originality in media.: The narrator talks about their dislike of movies and music and their struggles with social interaction. They share a funny story about dating someone who didn't have a TV or music, and they talk about their cats and other random topics like the TV show WandaVision. They also discuss the trend of giving villains a backstory and how they refuse to watch the movie The Little Mermaid. The guest on the podcast is a tattoo artist and talks about his work. He mentions that he doesn't like doing infinity symbol tattoos and that he would love to be able to do photorealistic family portraits but is currently better at animal portraiture. The group also talks about Halloween plans, rental prices, and their own tattoos. In Greek mythology, Hades is the firstborn of Chronos and Rhea, making him the eldest sibling of Zeus, Poseidon, Demeter, Hera, and Hestia. However, Zeus is considered the king of the gods and ruler of the sky. Hades, on the other hand, is the god of the underworld and is typically viewed as a villain due to his association with death and the afterlife. Despite this, Hades is not a bad deity and was simply The podcast hosts discuss their favorite comedians, mentioning Bill Bailey, Dylan Moran, and Billy Connolly, who all have a specific brand of humor that the hosts admire. They also share their experiences with seeing these comedians live and their thoughts on their overall performances. Additionally, they touch on their travels to places like Paris and Spain, and how their interactions with locals and pickpockets have shaped their opinions on these cities. Finally, they mention seeing famous landmarks like the Palace of Versailles. Talking about how humans often look for conflict and drama, and how they scorn those who are different. Discussing how one should decide to watch a movie or not based on whether they like it, and not bother talking about it if they don't. Mentioning a dislike for Botox and how it's one of the most toxic substances. Describing a job working with children and the challenges of keeping them emotionally and physically in check, such as teaching them how to bake bread and The hosts discuss the Disney animation movie "The Little Mermaid", its plot, and how it differs from the original Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. They then move on to talk about other dark and grotesque storytelling, including "Black Mirror" and "Love Death and Robots", and their love for the movie "Incomplete". They also touch on the movie "Glass" and its subtle storytelling, as well as the average film "Unhinged" and its message about being kind to others. They: The person is a voice actor who does various gigs such as voicing characters for video games, YouTube channels, motivational videos, and audiobooks. They talk about their experience and give some examples, including being paid $500 for making grunting noises for a video game and a few more things.

    3h 6m

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Banter, random facts, heartwarming stories and just a bit of nonsense. A husband and Wife team in a tattoo shop, talking to amazing people of every possible variety, some make us laugh, some make us cry and other make us think... what the hell is wrong with this person?!? But all of them make coming in worth while, come meet them with us and share in some awesome 'Tats' and some fantastic 'Chats'