230 episodes

Weekly. Skateboarding. Art. Culture. Episodes drop Sundays, hit the follow/subscribe button to get notified. Hosted by Shannon Farrugia 

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Weekly. Skateboarding. Art. Culture. Episodes drop Sundays, hit the follow/subscribe button to get notified. Hosted by Shannon Farrugia 

    #233 - Aimee Massie: Judging Olympic Skateboarding. Going Viral. Resilience. Kindness.

    #233 - Aimee Massie: Judging Olympic Skateboarding. Going Viral. Resilience. Kindness.

    Send us a Text Message.Join us as we get to know Amiee Massie, a skateboarder, content creator, and Olympic skateboarding judge. Aimee shares about her captivating journey from growing up in a housing commission area of the Gold Coast, to her current life of global travel, creativity, and developing her personal brand. Steve Tierney, sits in as co-host this week, and adds another layer to the conversation, making it a robust discussion about passion, resilience, and crafting a unique pa...

    • 1 hr 30 min
    #232 - Chima Ferguson: Video Parts, NBDs, Sponsorships, and Life Lessons.

    #232 - Chima Ferguson: Video Parts, NBDs, Sponsorships, and Life Lessons.

    Send us a Text Message.Join us this week as we catch up with the iconic Chima Ferguson, who shares about his relentless drive, unique style and approach to life in general. From the mental and physical challenges of landing "that" switch tre and the ollie over "that" double set at Martin Place, to the camaraderie and technical skill that define his career, Chima offers a raw, unfiltered look into his world. With insights from past guest Ti Coleing, we celebrate Chima's incredible journe...

    • 1 hr 29 min
    #231 - Leon Paxton: Skate Park Wisdom and Digital Journeys.

    #231 - Leon Paxton: Skate Park Wisdom and Digital Journeys.

    Send us a Text Message.This week, we dissect skate park reviews and etiquette with Leon Paxton. Leon shares his journey from avid skateboarder to online personality, offering a view into the dedication behind his craft. Along with Steve Tierney, this conversation dives into the heart of skate culture and the onus of passing the torch to the next generation with respect and authenticity.Navigating the digital sphere isn't easy, and challenges the culture as we know it. However, Leon's ta...

    • 1 hr 48 min
    #230 - Sean Mussett: The art of not being a dick.

    #230 - Sean Mussett: The art of not being a dick.

    Send us a Text Message.Nostalgia hits hard as Sean Mussett, the one-eyed legend of Australian skateboarding, takes us back to the gritty golden era where the skate scene was as raw as the elbows we scraped. With his tales of vert ramps and punk bands, Sean – our very own Gravel Burns – pairs up with skate historian Jim Turvey to lace up the narrative with rich skateboarding lore. Their stories span from the iconic "drain" to the Mereweather ramp and beyond, painting a vibrant picture of frien...

    • 2 hrs 42 min
    #229 - Austin Smith: The Exercise Physiologist Embracing Parenthood and Redefining Success.

    #229 - Austin Smith: The Exercise Physiologist Embracing Parenthood and Redefining Success.

    Send us a Text Message.When the fervour of professional Rugby Union fades into the quiet intensity of fatherhood, a man’s search for identity takes on a whole new playing field. Join me and my guest, Austin Smith, as we explore the profound shifts in life that come with trading stadiums for the living room and legacy for lullabies. Austin, a former professional athlete turned exercise physiologist, opens up about the personal challenges he faced in the pursuit of inner fulfilment, shari...

    • 2 hrs 19 min
    #228 - Kane Horspool: Sketching the Soulful Journey of Trait the Artist.

    #228 - Kane Horspool: Sketching the Soulful Journey of Trait the Artist.

    Send us a Text Message.When I sat down with Kane Horsepool, the artist also known as Trait, we didn't just talk art; we ventured into the depths of personal growth, the struggle for authenticity, and the profound effects of integrating one's deepest values with creative pursuits. Kane’s candid reflections on mental health, his commitment to being a present husband and father, and his artistic process offer a stark view into the life of someone balancing the rigors of full-time work with...

    • 2 hrs 6 min

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