WhatchuWrite Podcast

Radio LBC
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  • Documentary
  • Updated Weekly

Graffiti isn't a hobby, it’s a life sentence. If you aren't looking at the walls, you're missing the conversation. Interviews and everything else graffiti by street art legends Shucks One and Kenos, the conversations are just rules of the game.

Episodes

  1. Aug 10

    Street Steez & High-Pressure Cans: DSABL's Graffiti Journey

    Broadcasting live from Long Beach, CA, Shux One and Kenos One sit down with San Diego writer DSABL for Episode 7 of the WhatchuWrite Podcast. From catching early Sharpie tags in school and busting Old English hood letters to rappelling 12-story buildings and bombing LA billboards, DSABL breaks down his entire evolution in the graffiti game. In this episode, we cover: Origin Story: How a sign at an apartment complex birthed his name and how he switched from Old English to full-on bombing. High Spots & Rappelling: Learning the ropes in Miami with Swan (BAM) and hanging off 12-story buildings. The Freight & Billboard Era: Laying down whole-train auto racks in Long Beach and catching 18 billboards across LA during COVID. San Diego Beef: Keeping it real about crossing out crews, street fades, and handling conflict face-to-face. The Craft: Why low-pressure paint is too slow, high-pressure Astros are essential, and why graffiti stands on its own outside of hip-hop.

    Street Steez & High-Pressure Cans: DSABL's Graffiti Journey

  2. Jul 26

    System RTW: The Underground Roots of NYC Hip-Hop & Graffiti | Dante Ross

    In this episode of Whatchuwrite, we sit down with a true cultural architect: Dante Ross—aka System from the legendary RTW (Rebuilt To Win / Rockin' The World) crew. Before he was signing and A&R’ing iconic hip-hop acts, he was hitting NYC subway lines and streets with some of the most influential writers in graffiti history.We break down the crossover between the early NYC graffiti scene and the rise of golden-era hip-hop, stories from the RTW era, and what it took to navigate the culture from the streets to the music industry. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on legacy, style, and staying true to the craft.

  3. Jul 13

    Why Fearo-153 Never Stopped: 40 Years of Graffiti History

    In this episode of the Whachuwrite Podcast, we sit down with a true architect of the scene: Fearo-153.Starting his journey in the early 80s in Bellflower, CA, Fearo has witnessed the evolution of graffiti from its rawest roots to the global culture it is today. We dive deep into his 40-year history, exploring his origins, the unique energy of the early L.A. graffiti scene, and—most importantly—the mindset required to stay active for four decades.Whether you’re a historian of the craft or a new writer looking for inspiration, Fearo’s story is a masterclass in dedication and the "Graffiti is Life" philosophy.00:00 – Intro: Meet Fearo-153 & The Early 80s Influence01:30 – 1983: Discovering Breaking & NYC Subway Art05:25 – First Tags & The "Electric Gladiator" Era09:50 – 1984: Learning the Basics & Meeting New Writers11:40 – The Impact of the "Subway Art" Book15:00 – Early Yards: The NASA Wall & Dark Shadows17:15 – Starting the Chaos Zone & Meeting Dove20:20 – The Birth of DCV (1988)25:20 – The Battle for Huntington Beach Walls31:30 – 1992: Taking the Style to the Freight Trains35:30 – The Haunted Yard: The "Chicken Legs" Ghost Story44:00 – Joining UTI & The BLA Connection46:45 – The Meaning Behind "153"50:10 – The "Pineapple Express" Movie Accident54:15 – Cosmic 4: The Transition into Hip-Hop & Rapping59:50 – Building the Scene at Coos Cafe1:03:15 – The Early Days of Montana Cans in LA1:14:15 – Style vs. Getting Up: The Philosophy of Flow1:19:00 – Influential LA Crews: K2S, STN, and the Melrose Era1:25:10 – Traveling East: Meeting Scene & Cope2 in the Bronx1:33:30 – Modern Graffiti & Passing the Torch#graffiti #podcast #streetartistry #lagraffiti #hiphop

    Why Fearo-153 Never Stopped: 40 Years of Graffiti History

  4. Jun 24

    Graffiti is Life: CANAS - PSK on Overcoming the Impossible.

    "They told me it was a gang initiation... I didn't even see a face."In this powerful episode of the Whatchuwrite Podcast, we sit down with CANAS PSK, a writer whose story is as much about resilience as it is about graffiti. CANAS takes us through his journey—from his early days bombing the 60 freeway in the late '90s to the life-altering night in 2010 when he was shot multiple times at close range.Despite losing the use of his dominant hand, CANAS refused to let the culture go. He re-learned his craft as the "Real Left-Handed Bandit," eventually crushing over 150+ whole cars and earning his place in legendary crews like AUB, CMD, and PSK.In this episode, we discuss:The Incident: The night that changed everything and the grueling recovery in the ICU.The Comeback: Re-learning can control and practicing consistency in his backyard.Freight Culture: Crushing auto-racks, reefers, and Chicago’s CTA subways.Crews & Legacy: The history of PSK (Proper Skills) and getting down with AUB and CMD.Travel Stories: Painting across Mexico and living out of a converted school bus.Support the Culture – Subscribe to Whatchuwrite Podcast: If you love raw, unfiltered stories from the graffiti world.

  5. Jun 13

    Duel RIS: The New York Graffiti Legend (Whachuwrite Podcast Ep. 003)

    "If you're going to paint, act like you've been there before."In Episode 003 of the Whatchuwrite Podcast, we sit down with the legendary Duel RIS from NYC. While Duel is known for his incredible history and longevity in the New York graffiti scene, this episode goes beyond the highlights.We dive deep into the unwritten rules of the game—specifically, why new writers (toys) need to start cleaning up after themselves. Duel doesn't hold back on why leaving a mess "burns" spots for everyone else and why respect for the craft starts with respect for the environment you’re painting in.In this episode, we discuss:The reality of the NYC graffiti scene in the early days vs. now.Graffiti Etiquette: Why cleaning up your caps and cans is a mandatory part of the mission.Advice for the next generation on how to earn respect the right way.Support the Culture: If you value the history and the "solid" stories we bring to the channel, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe.Let us know in the comments: What’s the biggest "toy" move you see people making today?#WhatchuwritePodcast #DuelRIS #NYCGraffiti #GraffitiHistory #RISCrew #GraffitiEtiquette #NewYorkGraffiti

    Duel RIS: The New York Graffiti Legend (Whachuwrite Podcast Ep. 003)

  6. Jun 8

    The 7-year old tagger: Busr UDM's story

    Most kids watched cartoons...Busr watched the walls. At just seven years old, Busr (UDM) was already a "straight writer," navigating the complex and dangerous landscape of Long Beach/ LA graffiti. In Episode 2 of the Whachuwrite Podcast, one of the underground’s most hard working writers sits down to share his story, style evolution, and survival on the streets.Busr UDM Interview.(Chapters//Timestamps)00:00 - Introduction 00:59 - How Busr got started at age seven 01:42 - Growing up around Long Beach graffiti crews 03:02 - Finding the name 'Busr' 04:23 - The influence of hip-hop and underground culture 06:08 - AFC and getting into Who Mob07:15 - Shout out to Fesek and Long Beach transit history 09:51 - Transitioning from tagging to production style 11:11 - The meaning behind B-U-S-R 12:02 - The reality of the graffiti lifestyle 114:12 - Bombing in the early 2000s and favorite spots 16:00 - Stepping away for music and playing bass 16:42 - Getting sober and returning to graffiti as an outlet 17:44 - Technical talk: Cans, tips, and styles 20:11 - Painting fast and hitting the Blue Line 23:08 - The mission of doing whole cars 24:50 - Stories from the street: The 110 freeway taser incident 27:12 - Life balance: Music, sobriety, and dealing with "haters" 29:53 - How the graffiti scene has changed over the years 33:16 - The LA Graffiti Towers "Wild West" experience 35:42 - Documentation and the importance of legacy #graffiti #lagraffiti #graffitibeef #streetfight #meetingofstyles #streetart #losangelesgraffiti #whatchuwrite #radiolbc #podcast

  7. May 22

    City Lights, Fights & Near Death Experiences: (LA Graffiti Interview CITY - CDP)

    We sit down for an exclusive graffiti podcast interview discussing real Los Angeles graffiti street culture, do's and don'ts, bomber beef, and styles. If you're into underground culture, street art history, graffiti documentaries, this interview uncovers the reality of writing in California. Hosted by Shux & KenosOne Presented by Radio LBC (Chapters // Timestamps) 00:00 - Introduction 01:20 - Creating CDP in 1991 06:35 - The Tag Banger Era 11:45 - Near Death: Falling Under a Moving Train 15:20 - Climbing Water Towers & Spartan Careers 18:40 - Late 90s: Development of the LA Scene 21:07 - Rollers & The Giant Dodger Stadium Piece 24:20 - The Era of Fancy Paint & Custom Tips 36:30 - Sitting Ducks: Blasted at on the 605 Bridge 45:15 - Meeting of Styles 2007 incident 51:10 - Respect After the Fight 01:03:15 - Loop vs. Montana 01:04:07 - City’s Top 5 Favorite Writers #graffiti #lagraffiti #graffitibeef #streetfight #meetingofstyles #streetart #losangelesgraffiti #whatchuwrite #radiolbc

    City Lights, Fights & Near Death Experiences: (LA Graffiti Interview CITY - CDP)
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Graffiti isn't a hobby, it’s a life sentence. If you aren't looking at the walls, you're missing the conversation. Interviews and everything else graffiti by street art legends Shucks One and Kenos, the conversations are just rules of the game.

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  • Creator
    Radio LBC
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Radio LBC
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    WhatchuWrite Podcast

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