No Mongo

EP 245: The Final Episode

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 21:22:10 -0700

Topics this week: This will be the final episode of the podcast. Thank you for a wonderful past 5 years. Hear my thoughts on the journey and the latest Dickies' "Honeymoon" video.

Intro music by Bobb and Andy Amidon

EP 244: The Kid and Braden

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 22:34:27 -0700

Topics this week:

Life update, breakdancing music recap, Jason Adam's latest part, Braden Hoban kills it in the dark, and Synergy.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 243: Olympics Episode

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:41:17 -0700

Topics this week: Olympic skateboarding and breakdancing results.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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Olympics or not, Jimmy Wilkins is Reaching New Heights by Zach Harris

EP 242: Cabbage Returns

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:28:53 -0700

Topics this week: Cabbage and I go deep on this one. Be sure to bring your yoga mat.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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Listen to In the Patch With Cabbage on Spotify!

EP 241: Andy, Gary, and Mo

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:17:22 -0700

Topics this week: Andy Anderson week, Gary Rogers ends Skateline (for now), and Mo Crandall's "Forty-Six" part.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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Mo Crandall Forty-Six

EP 240: Stem Cells and Riley Pavey

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 23:49:40 -0700

Topics this week: I have officially started saving for my stem cells treatment and Riley Pavey's hilarous Followed from Pocket Mag.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 239: The Jenkem Episode

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 23:54:10 -0700

Topics this week: Jenkem's 999 Challenge and Steve Rocco Interview.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 238: The Contest Episode

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:45:37 -0700

Topics this week: X Games Showdown 2024 results, YSL 2.0, and Jenkem Mag's 999 Challenge.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 237: Rapid Fire and Showdown 2024

Sat, 04 May 2024 14:09:44 -0700

Topics this week: TJ, Chloe, P-Rod, Alien, Asics, and X-Games' Showdown 2024.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Rain drops provided by the rain.

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EP 236: Micro Dos, Suciu, and Sheckler

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:29:51 -0700

Topics this week: Sk8mafia's "Micro Dos", Mark Suciu in Stugartt, Mike vs Bike, and Ryan Sheckler's new Olympic commentator gig.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Ryan Sheckler on CBS Mornings

Mike vs Bike

Eazy-E "We Want Eazy"

EP 235: Rocco, YouTube Skatepark League, and Toby Ryan

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 23:33:08 -0700

Topics this week: Steve Rocco returns after 20 years, Gifted Hater's YouTube Skatepark League, and REAL Skateboards' latest Toby Ryan edit.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Rubbish Heep

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EP 234: Off-season Moves and The Journeyman's Skateboarder

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 21:59:31 -0700

R.I.P. to my microphone. Sorry for the poor quality this week.

Topics this week: TJ Rogers joins the Skate Mafia, Torey Pudwill now rides for P448, Ryan Sheckler teams up with Mark Wahlberg, Tokiya Imamura wins me over, and Ryan Lay can walk 35 miles like it's nothing.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 233: Swampfest, Antihero, and This Old Ledge

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 22:15:53 -0700

Topics this week: My thoughts on Swampfest 2024, Antihero's "Turbo Island", This is Peter Hewitt!, Ted Barrow is back, and The SkateTwitter Video.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

The SkateTwitter Video

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EP 232: Decenzo, Dakota, Zero, and Daydream

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 14:36:23 -0800

Topics this week: Ryan Decenzo's "FP" edit, Dakota Servold's "There's So Much More", Zero's "Less Than Zero", and Primitive's "Daydream" videos.

Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 231: Congrats, Kader, Sewa, and Caswell

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 19:44:06 -0800

Topics this week:

Slam Skateboarding Mag turns 35, Kader visits NYC, Sewa makes it look easy, and Caswell Berry drinks liquor and pickle juice.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Del the Funky Homosapien - If You Must

EP 230: Dranochugger 4, Baker, and Deathwish

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 22:20:13 -0800

Topics this week: Satan Drano's "Dranochugger 4" video, Baker has a Deathwish Part 2, epic break up songs, Gary Rogers finally appears on The Nine Club, and Hayley Wilson won Slam Mag's SOTY for 2023.

Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon.

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EP 229: Worst Skate Video Ever and Habitat

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 18:10:34 -0800

Topics this week: I chime in on Justin Khuu's "I Survived 500 Days Filming The Worst Skate Video Ever", Habitat Skateboards' XXIV video, and Leo Cholet has me looking at Bordeaux hotel prices.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

George Benson - Give Me The Night

"Worst Skate Video Ever"

EP 228: Yuto and Timescan 2

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 14:06:28 -0800

Topics this week: I circle back on some of the events that happened before the end of the year, chime in on Timescan 2, FP Footwear, Etnies videos, a near death acid drop and more.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 227: WKND/NB and SOTY Results

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:48:03 -0800

Topics this week: Grant, Jordan and the WKND crew teach us how to dance and Miles Silvas just won Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 226: Dilo, Miles, Hawk, and Yuto

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:39:48 -0800

Topics this week: John Dilo's two latest videos, Miles' switch mastery, Tony Hawk's final video, and Yuto's gunning for SOTY.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 225: Pedro and Tom

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 23:05:41 -0800

Topics this week: Both Pedro Delfino and Tom Knox dropped some solid Q4 video parts and I give my pick for POTY.

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Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 224: Kevin Wilkins and Rapid Fire

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:39:27 -0800

Topics this week: Kevin Wilkin's latest cancer update and rapid(ish) fire through the many videos I was able to consume these past few weeks.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 223: Ducky, Opportunities, and BATB 13

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 22:28:17 -0800

Topics this week: Ducky lives, Opportunity Knox, and Battle at the Berrics 13 results.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 222: Seeing, Dreaming, and Aging

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 21:48:57 -0800

Topics this week: Nick Boserio's "When You Close Your Eyes What Is It You See", Alec Majerus' "Dreaming Out Loud", and Scott Loyst's "42NBD".

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

42NBD

The Click - Tired of Being Stepped On

EP 221: Pace and Heath

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:46:05 -0700

Topics this week: Rob Pace just Jedi mind tricked me and never before seen footage of Heath has surfaced.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 220: Knox, SOTY, and SPOT

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 21:01:39 -0700

Topics this week: Tom Knox lets us know which season it is, my pick(ish) for Skater of the Year, and Tampa AM 2023 results.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 219: Salba, AA, and Tony

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 19:25:18 -0700

Topics this week.: Santa Cruz turns 50, Salba's "True Grit", Anthony Anderson's "Cold Call" and Tony Willie's "Lucky to be Alive".

Intro/Outro music by Andy & Bobb Amidon

EP 218: TOTY, Beyond Medals, and Metallica

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:35:54 -0700

Topics this week: I choose my TOTY pick before the footage is even released, Beyond Medals wins me over with the Rocky 4 references, and Metallica still has it in 2023.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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Metallica - Too Far Gone

OPM - Heaven is a Halfpipe LIVE

EP 217: Huf, Jacuzzi, and ABD

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 23:04:50 -0700

Topics this week: Step hops, HUF, Jacuzzi Unlimited, and ABD.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 216: YUTO and ABD

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:38:21 -0700

Topics this week: Yuto in Tokyo, Nick Steenbeke's "Look Ma No Hands", Evgeny Nikolaev's "Skazka" and ABD Collectibles "Yeah, Right" cards.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Yuto in Tokyo

Look Ma No Hands

Skazka

ABD Collectibles Auction

EP 215: Satan, Rumble, and Loyst

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:32:09 -0700

Topics this week: Jenkemmag's TOSSS, WKND's "Rumble Pack", and Scott Loyst now holds the record for hitting the most skate parks in one day.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

The Devil's Playground: A Satanic Skate Spot?

Rumble Pack

Keca Sisters Trek Across Canada

Scott Loyst's Record Setting Day

EP 214: Grant Yansura and Andy Anderson

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:22:10 -0700

Topics this week: I geek out over Grant Yansura's DVD collection, Andy Anderson's BATB debut, TOL, Sheckler's documentary, and one of our community members needs our thoughts/prayers.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 213: X Games, Ron, Sheckler, and Ollies

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:10:31 -0700

Topics this week: X-Games highlights, Ron Allen's "Krooked" guest board, Ryan Sheckler's "Lifer" part, and Tyshawn + Zay's Ferrari ollies.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Grind - Tom Green

Ron Allen Guest Board

Ron Allen "Shackle Me Not"

EP 212: TOL, BATB, MAM, and MRI

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:55:55 -0700

Topics this week: Ted returns, RIP Dolores Park Hill Bomb, Tyler's pissed off, Planta de Mano, and chronic knee pain.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Helsinki Helride 2023

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EP 211: Sk8Mafia, Asics, Barrow, and Dolores

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:11:21 -0700

Topics this week:

Brandon Turner almost got hit by a bus, Asics officially launched into skateboarding, Dr. Ted Barrow's ledge knowledge, and Big Black (R.I.P) was needed at the most recent Dolores Hill Bomb event in SF.

Intro/Outro Music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Opus - Live is Love Video

Helsinki's Hillbomb Event

EP 210: THVA, BATB 13, John, and Akwasi

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:30:05 -0700

Topics this week: Tony Hawk's Vert Alert 2023, BATB 13, John Shanahan's DC Part/Shoe, and Akwasi now rides for Sci-Fi Fantasy.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

THVA Legends Demo

THVA Finals & Best Trick

EP 209: Mika and Ace

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:26:05 -0700

Topics this week:

Mika Germond is pro and Ace Pelka has been killing it these past 6 months.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Mika Germond "Rave Skateboards Pro Part"

Ace Pelka "Portrayal Project"

Ace Pelka "Naturals"

EP 208: Omar, Wes, and Curb Junkies

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:19:37 -0700

Topics this week: Omar Hassan's massive trophy collection, Wes Kremer's love of Cali B's, and Curb Junkie's "Slap and Destroy" has a couple of familiar names and faces in it.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

So What'cha Got?

How Wes Kremer Lives an Analog Live

Slap and Destroy

EP 207: Kalis, Cookie, Habitat, and Jacuzzi

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 19:45:42 -0700

Topics this week: Josh Kalis' "Out There", Chris Colbourn's "Flower Suit" part, Habitat Skateboards "Highway Habitual" video, and Jacuzzi Unlimited is stacking chips.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 206: JIT, Franky, and Chad

Fri, 26 May 2023 20:25:48 -0700

Topics this week: WKND skateboard's "JIT", Franky Villani's "417" New Balance Part, and Chad Caruso's trek across America.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Franky Villani's "417' New Balance Part

Fountains of Wayne - Stacy's Mom

EP 205: Rowan, Blender, and Panda

Tue, 16 May 2023 19:32:54 -0700

Topics this week: Rowan Davis is pro AF, The Heated Wheel's "Five Minute Full Length", Panda Skateboards "Green Stop Sign" video, and Sidewalk Skateboard Distribution.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Tommy Boy - We Don't Take No...

EP 204: P-Rod, Koston, Bishop

Fri, 05 May 2023 18:42:34 -0700

Topics this week: Paul Rodriguez's switch guitar playing skills, Eric Koston's talents at 48, and Justin Bishop is now on Street Plant.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Don't Quit Your Daydream

In The Wild

Against the Ropes

EP 203: Austyn and Mason

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 17:07:53 -0700

Topics this week: GX1000, Austyn Gillette's "Out There" and Mason Silva's "Take a Lap".

Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

http://www.dylanriederfoundation.org/

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EP 202: Worble World

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:05:24 -0700

Topics this week: Worble and Cobra Man's "Worble World" video and more.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Worble World

Trent McClung "Awake"

Cold Call: David Gonzalez

Puma "Forever Faster And Push"

EP 201: Emmanuel Guzman and Chad Caruso

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 21:45:35 -0700

Topics this week: 3 quick hits, the Emmanuel Guzman documentary, and Chad Caruso is skateboarding across the United States.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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Chad Caruso - Day 16

Karate Kid - Final Kick "We did it!"

EP 200: Thank You

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:30:35 -0700

Topics this week: Celebrating a milestone moment, revisiting EP 01, and wondering how much pros would take to wear helmets.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 199: Loops, Hobbies, and Caples

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 23:12:41 -0700

Topics this week: Grant Fiero's "More Than Just Tricks", Jenkem Mag's "Secret Hobbies", and Curren Caples latest Vans edit.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 198: Ryan Lay

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 23:01:00 -0800

Ryan Lay joins me to talk about Slow Impact, his plans for the rest of 2023, and rakes. Yes, rakes.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Slow Impact - Empathy and Texture

Followed: Ryan Lay

36" Tine Aluminum Rake

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EP 197: Louie Barletta and Tampa Pro Results

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 16:56:46 -0800

Topics this week: Louie Barletta's "Jenkem Interview" and Skate Park of Tampa's 29th Annual Pro contest results.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Louie Barletta Interview

EP 196: Joa Field and Leo Romero

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 19:27:35 -0800

Topics this week: Gifted Hater's "Director's Cut", Louie Barletta's "Mob First", Super Rat's "Lenz III" part, Shopaholics "Abandoned Mall", and Leo Romero's "Skater".

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Gifted Hater's - Director's Cut

Leo Romero's "Skater" Part

Louie Barletta "Mob First"

EP 195: Gifted SkHater and R.I.P. Otis

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 19:19:17 -0800

Topics this week:

Gifted Hater joins Tiago Lemos in the Q1 SOTY push, Rio and Ryuhei's LENZ III parts, Cata Diaz "Cachai" Part, and R.I.P. to Otis Barthoulameu

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Gifted Hater's Street Part

Gifted Hater so how can i lose

RBL Posse - I Aint No Joke (Refreshed)

Cata Diaz "Cachai" Part

Ban This - Lance O Neil

EP 194: Sink Juice and Followed

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 12:48:15 -0800

Topics this week: My beef with Walker Ryan, Matt Tomasello's "Sink Juice" Ryan Lay's "Followed", and Sean Sheffey's "A Soldier's Story" Classic.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Order Walker Ryan's Books Here

Matt Tomasello's "Sink Juice"

Followed: Ryan Lay

Sean Sheffey "A Soldier's Story"

EP 193: Tyre Nichols, Chandler Burton, and MJ

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 21:51:54 -0800

Topics this week: R.I.P. Tyre Nichols, Chandler Burton's latest "Castle Freak" edit, and my "bat signal" to the legendary Marc Johnson.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 192: Tiago Lemos and Leap of Faith

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 21:19:04 -0800

Topics this week: I discuss Tiago Lemos' 2023 SOTY run, Jenkem Mag's "Revisiting the Leap of Faith" mini documentary, and Later Skaters Gang video. Oh, and Go Niners!

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Later Skaters Gang Video

EP 191: Bill Weiss and Walker Ryan

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 15:09:35 -0800

Topics this week: Bill Weiss and the future of Madness Skateboards and Walker Ryan's "Textures" edit.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Walker Ryan "Textures" Part

Mikey Patrick "We're Proud of You"

EP 190: Templeton Elliott

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:01:00 -0800

Mostly Skateboarding's very own Templeton Elliott joins me to talk about his early days as a filmer, 2022's SOTY results, Lil Wayne turning pro, and much, much more.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

http://www.mostlyskateboarding.net/

EP 189: Betsy Gordon and Jane Rogers

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 00:04:00 -0800

Betsy Gordon and Jane Rogers join me to talk about skateboarding, museums, and their new book, Four Wheels and a Board.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Four Wheels and a Board Book

EP 188: SOTY, HRSOTY, and FOTY

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:35:34 -0800

Topic this week: 2022's Skater of the Year winner and the 3 other finalists.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 187: Drew Domkus Returns

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 00:03:00 -0800

Skatosis' very own Drew Domkus (EP 70) joins me again to make NMP history.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

www.skatosis.com

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EP 186: Donnie Mortensen and TJ Rogers

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 12:58:16 -0800

Topics this week: I geek out over dirt footage, chime in on the latest Skater of the Year contenders, and get all "Scooby Doo" on the latest issue of Thrasher Magazine.

Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Skateboarding dirt, grass, and rocks with Donnie Mortensen

TJ Rogers - OG Respect

RBL Posse "A Lesson to be Learned"

EP 185: Nyjah, Clive, and Let it Kill You

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 15:58:44 -0800

Topics this week: Nyjah Huston's "Shine On", Clive Dixon's "Conjecture", and I finally got Ben McQueen's "Let it Kill You" book in my hands.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Nyjah Huston "Shine On"

Clive Dixon "Conjecture"

Let it Kill You

EP 184: SLS Super Crown Results and WKND

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 18:05:21 -0800

Topics this week: I break down the latest 2022 Super Crown results and the epic WKND x Them Skates collaboration. Oh, and King Skateboards.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

SLS Super Crown Final - Men's

SLS Super Crown Final - Women's

Naked Gun - Money Exchange

Alan Gelfand High

Skateboarding x Rollerblading

EP 183: The Tyshawn Episode

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 22:30:38 -0700

Topic this week: Tyshawn Jones

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 182: Stoophouse and ABD Collectibles

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 18:08:50 -0700

Topics this week: The latest Stoophouse full length, my latest experience with Series 3 from ABD Collectibles, and Tyshawn Jones' latest SOTY push.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Stoophouse Full Length

ABD Collectibles

EP 181: The OTY Episode

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:49:15 -0700

Topics this week: That's right, you read that right. I am talking all things OTY this week and be sure to stick around until the end to hear my pick for 2022's Skater of the Year.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 180: P-Rod and Polar

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 15:40:19 -0700

Topics this week: Paul Rodriguez's "20 and Forever" and Polar's "Sounds Like You Guys Are Crushing It".

Intro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

20 and Forever

Over the Top Trailer

Nike SB "Chalk"

Nike SB "Today Was a Good Day"

Ice Cube - Wicked

Sounds Like You Guys are Crushing It

EP 179: Dime’s Street and Glory Challenge Recap

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 19:30:58 -0700

Topics this week: All things Dime.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Dime Glory Challenge 2022

Dime Street Challenge 2022

Teen Wolf Ending

Rudy Ending

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EP 178: Dogtown, Daewon, and Riley

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 22:46:31 -0700

Topics this week: Shota Kubo's latest edit, Daewon's 2014 "In Transition", Baker Skateboard's latest, and my wife ran into Michael Burnett in Phoenix, AZ.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Shota Kubo "Stung"

Daewon Song "In Transition"

Baker Video with Figgy, Lyric, and Riley

EP 177: Leticia Bufoni and Nicole Hause

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:03:00 -0700

Topics this week: Leticia Bufoni's new "Welcome to my Life" YouTube series + GQ's Breaking Down Skateboarding in Movies and TV, and Nicole Hause is pro for REAL.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Skate Session with L7nnon

Leticia Breaks Down Skateboarding in Movies

L7nnon x Tion Wayne - Kim N Kanye

Chris Gentry ft Raine - Party in the Parkin Lot

Dashawn Jordan - WYGDBI

Dreamville - Big Black Truck

EP 176: Thevi Jean-louis and Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert Results

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:57:27 -0700

Topics this week: Thevi Jean-louis, cancer, Charlie Rocket, Tony Hawk's Vert Alert, commentator jinxes (again) and my love for vert.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 175: Mouth Breathing, GX1000, and Avery Johnson

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 21:16:37 -0700

Topics this week: Nathan Ho's "Breathwork and Ice Baths" article from SLAM Skateboarding Magazine, GX1000's latest edit, and Marc Johnson's son, Avery, has a new part out.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Slam Skateboarding Mag

Right Here For Pablo

Sade - By Your Side

Avery Johnson - Enter the Museum

EP 174: Jake, Louie, Leo, Jack

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 21:22:54 -0700

Topics this week: I geek out over Jake's front 360, Louie Lopez's song choice, Leo Baker's documentary, and Jack Blacks "Do a Kickflip!" episode.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Greatest American Hero Theme

California Pines Commercial

Jack Black - Do A Kickflip!

EP 173: Fingerboard Shoes and Stoops Magazine

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:03:59 -0700

Topics this week: I discuss Tony Hawk's latest collaboration with Hot Wheels and Stoops Magazine Issue #11.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Tony Hawk X Hot Wheels Skate

Tony Hawk - Forbes Article

Stoops Magazine

EP 172: WKND, Peter Raffin, and Dew Tour Results

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 17:54:34 -0700

Topics this week: I geek out over WKND Skateboards' "Bottle Neck Sewage", Peter Raffin turns pro for Creature, and Dew Tour Results.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Bottle Neck Sewage

The Other Guys - Quiet Fight Scene

Matchbox Twenty - 3AM

Peter Raffin's Pro Part

EP 171: Plan B and Legendary Refractors

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 11:00:46 -0700

Topics this week: Plan B's "Code" video and my experience purchasing NFT's via ABD Collectibles.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Plan B "Code"

Johnny Cash "God's Gonna Cut You Down"

ABD Collectibles

EP 170: Ben McQueen

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:20:00 -0700

Skateboarder/Tattooer, Ben McQueen, joins me to talk about art, skateboarding, and his upcoming book "Let it Kill You".

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

IG @benmcqueentattoo

IG @letitkillyoubook

EP 169: Hurricane Sauce Video and Mark Gonzales

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 13:59:04 -0700

Topics this week:

Satan's Drano "Hurricane Sauce" Video

Tom Asta : True Grit

Vincent Alvarez's "Great DIY Adventure"

Abnormal Communication : Episode 04

Wheels of Fire

Pee Wee's Big Adventure - Jimmy Crack Corn

EP 168: Heatwave, Solus, and the Future

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:34:16 -0700

Topics this week: Chris Colbourn's "Heatwave" Rough Cut, Red Bull's Solus competition, and Jenkem had me thinking 100 years into the future.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Heatwave Rough Cut

Cobra Man "Heatwave" Music Video

Red Bull Solus Entries

What Will Skateboarding Be Like in 100 Years?

EP 167: Huf x Thrasher and Primitive x VeeFriends

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:59:46 -0700

Topics this week: Lots and lots of collabs going on; Huf x Thrasher, Primitive x VeeFriends, No Mongo x...?

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Huf x Thrasher / Brazil Tour

Laraaji - I Can Only Bliss Out (F'Days)

VeeFriends X Primitive

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EP 166: Ishod and BATB12 Predictions

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:29:23 -0700

Topics this week: Ishod Wair's Rough Cut, Jimmy Wilkins vert footage, and my predictions for BATB12.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Ishod Rough Cut

EP 165: Define.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:19:06 -0700

Hear my thoughts on Primitive Skateboards' latest video "Define."

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 164: Hi and Sup!

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 13:36:15 -0700

Topics this week: Dylan Jaeb is bad for skateboarding, Disorder's "Disruption" video, Mami Tezuka is pro for Blood Wizard, Kona Skatepark's "King of the Snake" results and more.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Dylan Jaeb "Hi"

Disorder "Disruption"

Mami Tezuka "Destiny"

EP 163: Gary Vaynerchuk and Worble

Mon, 30 May 2022 12:05:40 -0700

Topics this week: Gary Vaynerchuk's Nine Club appearance, Worble 3's Rough and Tough edit, and a recent dream I had with a SOTY winner.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Gary Vaynerchuk - Nine Club

Worble 3's Rough and Tough Edit

Rise Against - Life Less Frightening

Justin Bonitz - Life Less Frightening (cover)

EP 162: Sour Solution 3 and Vert Footage

Sun, 22 May 2022 12:18:17 -0700

Topics this week: The Sour Solution III video, 4Dwn Experience Vert Jam, Bam Margera is back, and Rayssa is now pro for April Skateboards.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

The Sour Solution III

4Dwn Experience Vert Jam

EP 161: Cold Call Out There

Sun, 15 May 2022 12:20:15 -0700

Topics this week: Jimmy Wilkins is now on REAL, Ben Raybourn is back, TJ Rogers' TJIF, and Kevin Long's "Out There".

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Cold Call: Ben Raybourn

ES - TJIF

Out There: Kevin "Spanky" Long

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EP 160: Phoenix and Worthington

Sun, 08 May 2022 20:27:38 -0700

Topics this week: Phoenix Sinnerton is now officially on my radar and John Worthington put my sanity to the test this week; can you make it past the 17 minute mark!?

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Screaming VLOG 85

Screaming VLOG 86

Worthington's Workshop

EP 159: FA Departures and Tampa Pro Results

Sun, 01 May 2022 17:31:39 -0700

Topics this week: Tyshawn and Nakel leave FA, Tampa Pro 2022 results, and commentator/announcer jinxes.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 158: Tristan Just Won TOTY

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:05:58 -0700

Topics this week: Baker Skateboards' "Tyson and T-Funk" video, almost renting a room from Jim Thiebaud, and Ryan Lay is now on Sci-Fi Fantasy.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 157: Skaterdater Review

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 17:35:41 -0700

This week I chime in on the first ever skateboarding movie, Skaterdater (1965).

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

Skaterdater

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EP 156: Until The Helmets Fly Off

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 13:28:03 -0700

Topics this week: Tony Hawk's "Until The Wheels Fall Off" documentary, Daniel Lebron's "Titus" part, and OG McGee is M.I.A.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

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EP 155: Injuries, TV History, and Mags

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 16:46:59 -0700

Topics this week: I chime in on the latest injury my wife had, Tony Hawk witnessed television history, and my favorite skate mags as of late.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 154: Ishod Wair and OG McGee

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 20:28:48 -0700

Topics this week: Ishod Wair's latest edit from Real Skateboards, "The Skate Show" from The Berrics, Jenkem Mag's "Date a Sk8er", and Ryan Lay leaves Welcome Skateboards.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

REAL presents Ishod

The Skate Show with OG McGee

Date a Sk8er

Ryan Lay: DR in Color

EP 153: The Kader Sylla Episode

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 15:10:07 -0700

This weed, err, week I talk all things Kader Sylla.

Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon

EP 152: Spanky, Felipe, and Freedom Skate Park

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 23:13:43 -0800

Topics this week: Kevin Long's "Horses" edit & Etch A Sketch skills, Felipe Bartolome's "Perro Sismico" part, and Concrete Jungle Foundation's "Freedom to Flourish" documentary.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

Kevin Long "Horses"

Felipe Bartolome "Perro Sismico"

Freedom to Flourish

Donate to Freedom Skatepark

EP 151: Fun Raiser, Skateline, and Andy Anderson

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 23:19:13 -0800

Topics this week: I discuss Thrasher Magazine x Homies latest "Fun Raiser" video and Gary's take on Andy Anderson getting on Etnies.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

"Fun Raiser"

Leave Britney Alone!

https://skatosis.com/

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EP 150: Ba,ker, Will Gabourel, and Karmen Lee

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 13:33:58 -0800

Topics this week.: Baker Skateboards latest edit, Will Gabourel now rides for Red F Skateboards, Karmen Lee's "Simmer" edit from Panda Skateboards, and Hermann Stene's ROUGH CUT.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

Baker Video With Andrew, Zach, and Rowan

Will Gabourel "Home"

Karmen Lee "Simmer"

Hermann Stene's "Welcome to Real ROUGH CUT"

EP 149: Remillard, Wilson, and Sneaker Botters

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:11:21 -0800

Topics this week: Tom Remillard gets towed in, a lot, Aaron Wilson likes to grind in tight spaces, and Larry talks to an anonymous Sneaker Botter.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Tom Remillard "Wheel Bite in the Rain"

Aaron Wilson "Homage"

Sneaker Botter - Jenkem

How many lumps do you want?

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EP 148: Thrasher Magazine’s 500th Issue

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 19:02:36 -0800

Topic this week: Grab your copy of the latest Thrasher mag, a cold brew, and let's flip some pages together, in different states and time zones.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

Honored to be listed on Feedspot's Top List

EP 147: Vincent Alvarez, Deedz, and Skate Dates

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 21:00:36 -0800

Topics this week: Vincent Alvarez's "Out There", Deedz's "Deedz, Deedz, Deedz", and Jenkem's "Date a Skater" returns.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

Out There: Vincent Alvarez

Deedz

Date a Skater: Ian & Raven

Chico Science & Nacao Zumbi - Maracatu Atomico

EP 146: Nick Garcia, Shaun Paul, and Thrasher Mag’s Football

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 19:14:03 -0800

Topics this week: Nick Garcia's "Flowers for Mom" video, Shaun Paul's DC edit, and my review of Thrasher Magazine's 7" foam football.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Flowers for Mom

NorthUnda

Jane Child "Don't Want to Fall in Love"

Book of Love "Boy"

EP 145: Nightmare and Grindland

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 21:12:58 -0800

Topics this week: Nightmare's "Instrument" video and Thrasher Magazine's "Grindland" documentary.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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Nightmare "Instrument"

Grindland

EP 144: Dry January and Nick Matthews

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 00:04:00 -0800

Topics this week: The Suciu Effect, Nick Matthews' latest edit, and Yuto's SOTY run for 2022.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Nick Matthews' "Venture x Uprise" Edit

EP 143: See You in 2022

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:19:46 -0800

I will be taking the next few weeks off to regroup and recharge. Thanks for all your support this year. It truly means the world to me.

Here's to a kick ass 2022!!

Love you.

EP 142: Suciu, Chima, and SOTY Thoughts

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 23:04:24 -0800

Topics this week: Mark Suciu's latest "Flora 3" footage, Chima Ferguson's "A REAL Short Part", and my resolution to not talk about SOTY next year.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 141: The Yuto Episode

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 21:28:32 -0800

This week I discuss Yuto Horigome's latest "Spitfire" edit. That's it.

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Yuto's Spitfire Part

EP 140: Suciu, Zero, and Element

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 22:23:00 -0800

Topics this week: Mark Suciu's "Spitfire" part, Zero's "Painkiller" and Element's "Nature Calls".

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Spitfire

Painkiller

Nature Calls

EP 139: Rest In Peace, Zane

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 22:12:23 -0800

Topics this week: Enjoi's Bag of Suck Documentary, SLS Super Crown Results, and the passing of Zane Timpson.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Bag of Suck Documentary

2010 Zane Interview

EP 138: Ben, Suck, and Suciu

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:10:35 -0800

Topics this week: Ben Raemers' "Skating and Talking", revisiting "Bag of Suck", and Mark Suciu's SOTY push.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 137: The SOTY Race and SLS

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 21:01:12 -0700

Topics this week: My thoughts on the SOTY Race, TOTY contenders, and the recent SLS event in AZ.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 136: The Blue Episode

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 21:56:00 -0700

Topics this week: Mark Suciu's "Blue Dog", Mark McCoy's "heavy blue", and Brian Lotti's "Blue Line" from 2012.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Blue Dog

heavy blue

Blue Line (2012)

In the Patch With Cabbage

EP 135: The Reading Episode

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 22:26:04 -0700

Topics this week: CBI's interview with Louie Barletta, Cole Nowicki's "Skateboarding Gave Me a Way to Express My Grief", Willy Blackmore's "Have You Heard About This Green Bench?", and a possible book giveaway.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Chrome Ball Interview #151: Louie Barletta

Skateboarding Gave me a Way to Express my Grief

Have You Heard About This Green Bench?

Louie Barletta in "Bag of Suck"

Newly Discovered Audio of Donger and Sheffey!!

EP 134: Joe Buffalo, Huberman Effect, and T-Funk

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 21:05:09 -0700

Topics this week: Joe Buffalo's latest documentary, John Gardener & The Huberman Effect, and T-Funk's upcoming Thrasher cover.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Surviving the Horror of Residential Schools

John Gardener's Tips for Mental Health

EP 133: Two Brandons, Loveletters, and Solus

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 17:41:15 -0700

Topics this week: Brandon Turner and Brandon Novak visit NYC, Loveletters Series Finale, and Red Bull's Solus Contest.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon **Happy Birthday Bobb!!**

B&B in NYC

The Loveletters Series Finale

Red Bull Solus 2021 Event

EP 132: P-Rod, Incompiuto, and Skyler

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:14:51 -0700

Topic this week: Paul Rodriguez's "Followed", Vans EU "Incompiuto", and Sky's Limit.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Followed: Paul Rodriguez

Vans EU "Incompiuto"

Sky's Limit

EP 131: This, Cromer, and Board Size Crisis

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:36:02 -0700

Topics this week: Emerica's "This", Brad Cromer's "Rough Cut", and my board size crisis.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Emerica "This"

Dragon - Bruce Lee Story

Brad Cromer's "Half Moon" "Rough Cut"

EP 130: Dime, Vans, Jimmy, and Tony

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:50:36 -0700

Topics this week: The Dime/Vans Video, Raw footage of Jimmy Wilkins, and Tony Hawk sings Millencolin's "No Cigar".

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

The Dime/Vans Video

Jimmy Wilkins RAW Footage

Tony Hawk sings No Cigar

Naughty by Nature - Pin The Tail on The Donkey

EP 129: Waso, Alber, and Breana

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 22:35:58 -0700

Topics this week: Waso - A Pushing Myanmar Film, In His Words: Alber Leandro, and Breana Geering's Thrasher Cover.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Waso - A Pushing Myanmar Film

Stoops Issue #8

Subscribe to Thrasher Magazine

EP 128: Schaar, Nunes, and Blood

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 21:04:18 -0700

This week's topics: Tom Schaar's "Airborne", Felipe Nunes' "Limitless" and Tony Hawk's Bloodboard.

Intro music by Bobb Amidon

Outro music by Jokamundo

Tom Schaar "Airborne"

Felipe Nunes "Limitless"

Tony Hawk's Bloodboard

EP 127: Kyle Beachy

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 00:01:00 -0700

Kyle Beachy joins me this week to talk skateboarding, his latest book, and much more.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Purchase The Most Fun Thing

Follow Kyle @themostfunthing on social media

EP 126: Personal Updates and Intruders

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 22:42:28 -0700

Topics this week: New time slot and Cody Lockwood's Intruders episode.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

Jimmy Moore Lost Interview

Intruders Episode 3

EP 125: Olympics and Monochrome

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0700

This weeks topics: I discuss the Olympics Park Finals and ESPN+'s amazing "Monochrome" documentary.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 124: Terry Kennedy Faces Homicide

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:04:00 -0700

Topics this week: Scott Loyst hits 80 parks in one day, Creature Skateboards Intruders EP2, Red Bull Skateboarding's Skate Against a Drone, Skateboarding's Olympic Debut, and Terry Kennedy is in jail for murder.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Scott Loyst hits 80 skateparks in 24 hours!

Intruders EP 2

Karl Berglind "Lunar Landscapes"

Terry Kennedy TMZ

Josiah Kassahun's Memorial Fund

Out of Office Episode

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:07:01 -0700

You read that right. No show for the next 3 weeks. I'll be back on Aug 3rd.

Tune in to hear a little teaser about that upcoming episode and also make sure to listen all the way to the end as one of Sk8 Mafia's team riders makes an appearance!!!

EP 123: Creature And Petar

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 11:07:18 -0700

Topics this week: Creature Skateboards' "Intruder" and Pocket Skate Mag's "Followed" with Petar Stantchev.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Intruders Episode 1

Black Metal Gary

Followed: Petar Stantchev

EP 122: Yuto, Disorder, and Hearts

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:06:00 -0700

Topics this week: The Yuto Show!, Disorder Skateboards debut, and Heart Supply goes to Target.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

The Yuto Show!

Disorder Skateboards

Disorder in the Court

Heart Supply Goes to Target

EP 121: Nueroscience and Skateboarding

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:35:29 -0700

Topics this week: Karl Watson talks to a nueroscientist and Lizzie Armanto's Cold Call.

No Mongo Swag

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Discussing Skateboarding With Nueroscientist Andrerw Huberman

EMDR Butterfly Hug

Cold Call: Lizzie Armanto

Animal Chin Tan House Session

EP 120: BA, BC, WN, and SL

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:03:00 -0700

Topics this week: Brian Anderson's "Lannibug" part, Brad Cromer's "Half Moon", William Nguyen's "Thrasher Edit", and an update on the record for most days skated in a row.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Brian Anderson "Lannibug"

Brad Cromer "Half Moon"

William Nguyen's Thrasher Edit

Scott Loyst's Skate Record

EP 119: Hanging Out There

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 10:32:12 -0700

Topics this week: Jordan Taylor's "Out There" and Jenkem Mag's "Hanging With...Remy Taveira.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Jordan Taylor "Out There"

This Is Silent Tap

Hanging With...Remy Taveira

Great road trip song

EP 118: Worble and Tony

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:04:00 -0700

Topics this week: Worble 3, Tony Hawk's NY Times interview, and Felipe Nunes turns pro.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Worble 3

Tony Hawk NY Times Interview

EP 117: There's No Flopping in Skateboarding

Tue, 25 May 2021 00:04:00 -0700

Topics this week include: P-Rod's latest commercial, 2021 Dew Tour results, and flopping in sports. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

What the P-Rod?

Zion's Winning Run

Dew Tour Adaptive Event

LeFlop

EP 116: Dreaming, Aging, and Inspiring

Tue, 18 May 2021 00:03:00 -0700

This week's topics include my failed attempt at frontside noseslides, Zack Dowdy's "The Aging Skateboarders Perspective", and Monster Energy's "Aspire - Inspire" with Aurelien Giraud. Email the show nomongpodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

The Aging Skateboarders Perspective

Monster Energy - Aspire - Inspire

EP 115: 4WL, Beckett, and WTHWYT?

Tue, 11 May 2021 00:01:00 -0700

This week I dive in on Pudwill v Kremer's classic 4WL, Sam Beckett's "Simple Pleasures", an update from EP 04 and a brand new segment! Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Torey vs Wes

Sam Beckett's Simple Pleasures

Dan Jansen Update

Illegal Civ Was Shot At

EP 114: Ditches and Headphones

Tue, 04 May 2021 00:02:00 -0700

This week I discuss Ryan Maddox's scary "I Shouldn't Be Alive..." article from the June 2021 issue of Thrasher and Street League's Unsanctioned 2 contest/Ishod Wair's headphones.

Be sure to listen all the way to the end to hear some potential new names for the show.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

SLS Unsanctioned 2

Jet Grind Radio

EP 113: Gardner and ALGEE

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:05:00 -0700

This week I go in on John Gardner's "Shoutout Earth" DC part and Eric Brown's “My Struggle With Depression And How We Can Help Others” article on Jenkem. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Shoutout Earth

Eric Brown's Jenkem Article

Mental Health First Aid

EP 112: Vaccine and Gartland

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:02:00 -0700

Tune in to hear my thoughts on Toy Machine's latest "Vaccine" edit and the newly-formed Henry Gartland Foundation. Follow along on social @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Toy Machine "Vaccine"

Bent Chiropractor Pen

Henry Gartland Foundation

Rise Against - Rumors Of My Demise Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

EP 111: Quasi, Panda, and Toy Machine

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 00:02:00 -0700

This week I go in on Quasi's latest "Grand Prairie" video, Panda Skateboards, and, once again, had some very interesting breaking news. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Get your No Mongo Podcast Water Bottle! Shop here

Losko Projectz Podcast

EP 110: Des Moines and Tokyo Episode

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:06:00 -0700

This week I chime in on Des Moines' upcoming grand opening of the largest skatepark in the United States and the latest proposal designs for the summer Olympics. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro Music by Bobb Amidon

Lauridsen Skate Park

Tokyo 2020 Skateboarding Course

EP 109: Andy Anderson Found Chin

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:02:00 -0700

This week I announce my retirement from a very common skateboarding skill/necessity and talk about Andy Anderson's SEEN HIM part. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Andy Anderson - SEEN HIM

Search For Animal Chin

EP 108: The Ender Episode

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:03:00 -0700

This week Jack O'Grady turns pro and is on a mission to take over the world and Tony Hawk has me questioning my mortality. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Intro/Outro music By Bobb Amidon

Jack O'Grady's Pass Port Edit

Tony Hawk's Last Ever Ollie 540

EP 107: Gravette, Biebel, and ETN

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Thanks for stopping by. This week's topics include David Gravette's "Worst Skatepark Ever" video, Brandon Biebel's fork in the road moment revealed, and whether or not a subscription based service like ETN would thrive in 2021 and beyond. Email your worst skatepark pics to nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

David Gravette - Worst Skatepark Ever

Brandon Biebel - Foooour Wheels Live

EP 106: From Testes 2 Proski

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:02:00 -0800

This week I discuss whether or not skaters (or all humans) should rock jockstraps with cups, Maite Steenhoudt's "From Broski 2 Proski" video, and Ryan Lay's 800 mile journey. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Skateboarder Kicked in the Balls Article

Maite Steenhoudt's Pro Part

Patrick Melcher's Exploded Testicle Story

Ryan Lay's "Heck of a Treck" Fundraiser

EP 105: Stevie, Max, and Tanner

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:01:00 -0800

This week I chime in on Stevie Williams' "Being" documentary from X-games, Max Wheeler's "Stained" part, and TVV's latest Real edit. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Being Stevie Williams

Max Wheeler's "Stained"

Tanner Van Vark's "T.V.V."

EP 104: Anthony Shetler

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 23:01:00 -0800

Professional skateboarder and owner of All I Need Skateboards, Anthony Shetler, joins me to talk about his early days on a board, the ups/downs of being a sponsored skater, and much more. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com @rickbata on IG and Twitter.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

All I Need Skateboards

Anthony Shetler on IG

Good Eye Video

EP 103: Talkin' Skateparks With Scott Loyst

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 23:02:00 -0800

Scott Loyst, independent skatepark critic and the founder of the Pickering Skatepark Alliance (PSA), joins me for a great chat about the topics above and much more! Be sure to take good notes (either on paper or in your brain). Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Spott Dreams of Skate Parks

The Skatepark Project

Skatepark Respect

Scott's 2020 Covid Builds

EP 102: Cabbage from In The Patch

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 23:01:00 -0800

Cabbage from In The Patch stopped by to talk about his early days as a pro, singing as a MC, skate video music, and much, much more. You don't want to miss this one! Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

In the Patch with Cabbage Podcast

Gravity Skateboards - Cabbage

Wheels of Fire - Raging Waters

Ocean Bowl Skate Park

Kelly Clarkson - Since U Been Gone

Kye Smith Drum Cover Video

Meytal Cohen - Wait and Bleed Drum Cover

EP 101: Bones Wheels of Fortune

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 23:01:00 -0800

Thanks for stopping by. This week I go in on Bones Wheel's latest "Gravitational Pull" montage, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, and Larry Lanza's "Building Skateparks in Iraq, India, Bolivia, and Beyond" piece on Jenkem. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Gravitational Pull

Building Skateparks in Iraq, India, Bolivia, and Beyond

EP 100: Nathaniel Odom AKA Losko

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 23:02:00 -0800

Nathaniel Odom joins me for this milestone episode #100. Tune in to hear us chat about some breaking news, his skateboarding journey, and much more. Also, thank you for all the support over the past two years. Here's to another 100 episodes.

If you are digging the show please leave a review so other skaters can find it as well. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Check out the Losko Project Podcast

EP 99: Clay Kreiner Is On A Mission

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:03:00 -0800

Thanks for stopping by. This week I go in on Jenkem's "The Second Coming of Brandon Turner", Clay Kreiner's "Delusional", and give a shout out to The Nine Club's, Roger Bagley. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

The Second Coming of Brandon Turner

Clay Kreiner "Delusional"

Nine Club Experience #129

EP 98: Chat With Dave Pike

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 23:01:00 -0800

This week I sit down with Virginia shredder and member of the Street Plant Battalion, Dave Pike. Tune in to hear about Dave's early days on a board, his triumphant return to skateboarding after a short hiatus, and how he landed one of the most coveted roles in a TV commercial. You don't want to miss this one. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Follow Dave on IG @dave_pike14

Bazooka-zooka Dance

Mike Vallely - Public Domain

Street Plant

EP 97: Genesis 2 Drops in to 2021

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 23:04:00 -0800

Happy New Year. Thanks for tuning in. This week I discuss how Genesis 2 busted up some "2020 Top Lists" at the very last minute and Jereme Knibbs' "True Grit" documentary from Santa Cruz Skateboards. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Genesis 2

True Grit

Wendy Gail Go Fund Me

EP 96: Year in Review - Part 2

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:02:00 -0800

I wrap up my year in review for the months of July - December. Thanks for your support during this crazy year we are calling 2020. See you next year. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 95: Year in Review - Part 1

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 23:03:00 -0800

Happy holidays to you and yours. This is part 1 of 2 of my 2020 Year in Review. Thanks for tuning in. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Skateboarding's Response to Race Relations

Patrick Kikongo's Black List

EP 94: Deathwish For Days

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 23:01:00 -0800

Thanks for tuning in. This week I discuss Deathwish's latest "Uncrossed" video, Thrasher's "For Days" documentary starring Ryan Lee, Mason Silva, and Louie Lopez, and the first ever No Mongo Meditation with a little assistance from Milton Martinez.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Deathwish "Uncrossed"

For Days

Milton Martinez's Hill Bomb

EP 93: Gordy in Your Ear

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 23:02:00 -0800

Gordy Tharp from the Wood in Your Ear podcast joins me to discuss skateboarding shows, his book, and much more. Be sure to tune in and tell a stranger. Yes, You Can Invert! is available wherever you purchase your favorite books. Or via his website below.: nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Gordy Tharp

EP 92: Vans and Cons Week

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 23:02:00 -0800

Happy December to you. This week I discuss Greg Hunt's "Alright, OK" and Converse + Thrasher's "Seize the Seconds". Spoiler alert: both are amazing.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Alright, OK

Seize the Seconds

EP 91: Zane is Insane

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 23:02:00 -0800

This week I discuss Zane Timpson's fire My War video and the latest update from the Concrete Jungle Foundation. Social media @rickbata. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Zane Timpson My War

The Wave

Croakies

Concrete Jungle Foundation

EP 90: Tom Made Get Emotional

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:03:00 -0800

Thanks for stopping by. From Primitive Skateboards' "Fourth Quarter" video to Tom Knox's "Atlantic Drift" edit I was caught up in a range of emotions. Tune in and be sure to bring your tissue. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Fourth Quarter

Tom Knox's "Atlantic Drift"

Also, any idea what happened to OG Tom Knox? He vanished from all social media. Tell him I miss him please.

EP 89: War Rigs and Grandmas

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 23:02:00 -0800

This week I talk about Transworld Skateboarding's Skate and Create contest that was revived after a ten year break and Ryan Sheckler's "Being - Extended Cut" from ESPN. Listener shout out to @FattiusM. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Skate and Create

Ryan Sheckler - Being

EP 88: Franky Gets Cut in Half

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 23:01:00 -0800

Tune in to hear my thoughts on Franky Villani's "One Big Mess" part and Jagger Eaton turning pro. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

One Big Mess

Jagger Eaton's PRO Part

Be sure to get out and VOTE today!!

EP 87: Congrats to Mason Silva

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss the loss of The Godmother of Skateboarding, Ellen O'Neal, and congratulate Mason Silva in advance for winning SOTY. You read that right. Game over. Time to focus on stacking clips for 2021 now. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Mason Silva REAL Short part

Now that it's officially hoodie season be sure to pick one up and support your boy!! Thanks in advance. See link below.

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EP 86: The Manual Episode

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Turns out I felt like talking a lot about manuals this week. Good thing FA World Entertainment and Richard Stickney were able to help out the cause. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Richard Stickney's "Smile"

Anthony Pappalardo's "Skateboarding Podcasts, What's Missing?"

EP 85: Kento Yoshioka and Dreams

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Kento Yoshioka's very creative / polarizing "Evisen" part and give a shout out to for Alexis Ramirez recently putting his body on the grenade for all of humanity. Email your fire takes to nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Evisen

EP 84: Screaming Hand and Copers

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Topics this week: Santa Cruz Skateboards' Vlog 6 and Dan Burman brings back copers.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

Santa Cruz Skateboards Vlog 6

EP 83: Heatwave and 20 Minute Sessions

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss the Chris Colbourn x Cobra Man "Heatwave" video, Christian Kerr's "7 Tricks", and the passing of Keith Hufnagel.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Heatwave Skate Video

Heatwave Music Video

7 Tricks to Make you Look Better at Skating Than You Really Are

R.I.P Huf

EP 82: Blake Norris and Lucas Puig

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Thanks for tuning in. This week I talk about Blake Norris' new "Julia" part, skaters switching teams, and how Lucas Puig just screwed over every shirtless skater on the planet. Send your takes to nomongopodcast@gmail.com. Or, leave a positive review if you are digging the show. I appreciate it in advance. It really does help.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 81: THPS and Erik Ellington

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I talk about the revival of Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 and Erik Ellington's "Out There" documentary that dropped last week. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Erik Ellington "Out There"

EP 80: Interview with Jack Connor and Carlo Monni

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week's episode is a great chat with Hospitalflip.com founders, Jack Connor and Carlo Monni. Tune in to hear us talk about everything from launching their at-home physical therapy service, Tony Hawk + Milk, illegal tricks, and much more. Available wherever you consumer your favorite podcasts. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.hopsitalflip.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 79: Pacel Khachab's Stock is Rising

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss some of the latest from the City of Buckhannon and Pacel Khachab's latest Pocket Part. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Be sure to check out @randumbnobody on IG and Twitter. Randumb shreds!!!

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Pacel Khachab - Pocket Part

Skateboarding Ordinance Questioned

City of Buckhannon Petition

Do people even read this far?

EP 78: Black Skaters Share Their Experiences

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Larry Lanza's "Black Skaters Share Their Experiences in Skateboarding" interviews with some of the biggest names in the game. If you haven't read them yet be sure to click on the link below. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Black Skaters Share Their Experience in Skateboarding

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

EP 77: Beagle Battles Snitches

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Tune in to hear my thoughts on Trae Montgomery's 13 minute raw and uncut edit and Beagle's war with snitches. Also, if you are diggin' the show please leave a review so others can find it. I appreciate it in advance. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

EP 76: Reese is the new Jaws

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Topics this week: Red Bull's Tricks for Beginners List and Reese Salken's "Devils Reject" part.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Red Bull's Tricks for Beginners

Give Back to Beruit

EP 75: Sk8Mafia and the Pioneers

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Sk8Mafia's latest 27 minute "Promo" edit and shout out to some of the pioneers from skateboarding's past. Email the show @ nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Ron Allen - Shackle Me Not

EP 74: Zoom Boom Huck Jam

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Welcome. Tune in to hear me talk about Airbnb's 5 day Olympian & Paralympian online festival and Lotties & Vans latest "On God" edit. Also, don't you worry Manramp, I've been keeping an eye on your latest videos as well. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Airbnb Festival

"On God"

"Frank Rizzo. R-i-z-z-o"

EP 73: Mason and Baca

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Last week Mason Silva dropped a SOTY worthy edit and Sammy Baca traveled over 300 hours on a bus from Vegas to L.A. and back to land a single trick. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Spott Dreams of Skate Parks

MASON

My War: Sammy Baca

EP 72: Skateboarders in Love & Hate

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Michael Burnett's "Skateboarders in Love" piece from the latest Thrasher mag and my extreme dislike of the N-word in the music tracks of white skaters videos. Let me know your thoughts at nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

EP 71: Manramp and Dressen

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Thanks for stopping by. Tune in to hear my thoughts on Manramp's latest "Return of the Ramp" edit, as well as, the "Eric Dressen Spills the Beans About the Speed Freaks" video. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

EP 70: Drew Domkus

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Skatosis' very own Drew Domkus joins me this week. Tune in to hear us talk about being a rad uncle, Trae the Tank's 'Full Street Part', Jarne Verbruggen's 'Professional Life Rough Cut', and more. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Learn more about Drew @ www.skatosis.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 69: EA Announces Skate-ish

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Milton Martinez's fire Rough Cut and EA's announcement about another installment of the Skate franchise. Let me know your thoughts at nomongopodcast@gmail.com

If you are digging the show please take a moment to rate and review. I appreciate it in advance.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Demolicion! Rough Cut

Jenkem Skate Interview

EP 68: Bear Walker Interview

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Bear Walker is a custom skateboard designer out of Alabama who uses his life-long passion for pop culture to help create fabulous hand-crafted works of art.

He has worked with many top entrepreneurs and A-list celebrities like Gary Vee, Jason Mamoa, Zachary Levi, and Robert Downey, Jr. just to name a few.

Bear's journey from being a carpenter to failed entrepreneur and back is an amazing story and a great message to all about never giving up on your dreams. His persistence and positive attitude eventually allowed him to finally take the leap of faith and make his passion become his career.

And his passion is shown in each and every detail of his skateboards. Enjoy.

Bear Walker's Website

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

Better Late Than Never: 'A Golden Egg' by Jesse James & Chris Atherton

Sat, 13 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I finally got around to checking out Jesse James & Chris Atherton's 'A Golden Egg' from 2013.

How many pressure flips do you count?

Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

A Golden Egg

EP 67: When Nak-el Talks, People Listen

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Na-kel Smith's 35 minute Instagram video about his experience being a black professional skater and give a shout out to one of the companies from Patrick Kigongo's ever-growing 'Black List'. Send your fire takes to nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Jane Doe Wheels Promo

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Better Late Than Never: Roger Skateboards 'Secondhand Stoke'

Sat, 06 Jun 2020 00:01:00 -0700

I finally got around to checking out Roger Skateboard's 'Secondhand Stoke' from 2012. Thanks for tuning in.

Was that 540 tail grab from Paul Zitzer?

EP 66: 7 Octillion Atoms

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:36:30 -0700

Black Lives Matter

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Official George Floyd Memorial Fund

I love you

Better Late Than Never: Enjoi 'Tweak the Beef'

Sat, 30 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Enjoi's 'Tweak the Beef' from 2012. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

"How's my hair?"

EP 65: Skate Dreams

Tue, 26 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I discuss Pick Pocket MFG's latest "Posse Video" and share one of my recent dreams. Email the show at nomongopodcast@gmail.com.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

What kind of tricks (or bails) are you doing in your dreams? Hit me up, send me an email or an audio clip and I just might use it on the show!

Better Late Than Never: 5boro 'Join, or Die'

Sat, 23 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

This week I finally got around to checking out 5boro's 'Join, or Die' video from 2012. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

EP 64: Tony Hawk Just won 2020

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

Last week Tony Hawk announced that a new, remastered, 4K version of THPS 1 & 2 will be released this September causing all of us gamers to lose our minds. Hear my thoughts on that and fellow THPS character, Rune Glifberg's, latest 'Phunk 45' part. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

Better Late Than Never: Antihero 'Destination Unknown'

Sat, 16 May 2020 00:02:00 -0700

This week's installment of Better Late Than Never has me chiming in on Antihero's 'Destination Unknown' from 2014. Spoiler alert: Grant Taylor stole the show with the best/most controversial handplant in skateboarding history. Shoot me an email @ nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

"Andy's got a gun..."

EP 63: X Games Real Street 2020

Tue, 12 May 2020 00:03:00 -0700

Welcome back. Today I talk about the 11 years skateboarding was banned in Norway and the X Games Real Street showdown between 5-6 of your favorite skaters. Spoiler alert - skateboarding is now legal in Norway and even though he didn't experience the ban firsthand Kevin Baekkel is doing just fine. @rickbata on Twitter or Instagram.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

Foul Play: Norway's Skate Ban

X Games Real Street 2020

Radiohead 'Creep'

Better Late Than Never: DGK 'Parental Advisory'

Sat, 09 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

For this installment of Better Late Than Never I discuss the first full-length video from DGK titled 'Parental Advisory' from 2012. Clocking in at just over an hour it was time well spent, but definitely worthy of the title/warning. Let me know your favorite tricks and/or riders from this one. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

EP 62: The Robot's Got Skills

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:02:00 -0700

Thanks for tuning in. This week I chime in on Lil Wayne's latest seven minute skate/video 'Piano Trap & Not Me' and skateboard designer, Bear Walker. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Lil Wayne 'Piano Trap & Not Me'

Tom Petty 'Free Fallin''

Suicidal Tendencies 'Possessed to Skate'

Sonic Youth "100%'

Be sure to watch Thrashin' during this lockdown/quarantine.

Additional Wayne audio courtesy of ESPN

Better Late Than Never: Almost 5 Incher

Sat, 02 May 2020 00:01:00 -0700

I am on a mission to get caught up on some of the videos I missed in 2012-2015. Better Late Than Never episodes will have me sharing my thoughts on these great videos and parts from the past. The first of these episodes is about Almost Skateboards' '5 Incher' which was 34 minutes of pure pleasure. Enjoy. nomongpodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

EP 61: Milton Down Under

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 01:00:00 -0700

Only two topics for me this week. First one is all about Dakota Hunt's moves both on the dance floor and four wheels. His 3 minute 'Life Dance' video is just what the world needed. And the second you'll hear my thoughts on Milton's "Up in Smoookes!" tour. Spoiler alert. Milton straight up killed it.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 60: Hashtag Wes Kremer

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 01:00:00 -0700

This week I discuss Alex Sorgente's 'Raw AM's Rough Cut', the surge of quarantine backyard ramp erections, and #WesKremer's (SOTY 2014) 420 latest video drop from DC Shoes. Be sure to hit that subscribe button, tell a friend about the show, or go do the most illegal trick on your list. Most people don't read this far so I will just say that benihanas are not an illegal trick. Never have and never will. You can thank me later. You can email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 59: Vans Just got the Birdman

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 01:00:00 -0700

Thanks for stopping by. Hear my thoughts on Clive Dixon's very polarizing "creep" video, Anthony Pappalardo's 'How Covid Could Change Content' article, and Vans' latest member of their team. I'll give you a hint. His initials are T.H. Stay safe. Stay inside and be sure to work on that front foot impossible. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

How Covid Could Change Content article

EP 58: Remembering Grosso

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 01:00:00 -0700

Last week the skateboarding community lost one of its most beloved and vocal OG's, Jeff Grosso. Hear my thoughts on that, Jenkem Mag's recent Candy Jacobs interview, and the latest from the #shuvitcancer movement. Be sure to tip your delivery drivers.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb 'DJ Miracle' Amidon

EP 57: Jarne Can't be Stopped

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 22:08:46 -0700

Hope you and yours are staying sane and safe. In this episode I discuss why I feel that Nyjah owes me a "Story by" credit, Jarne Verbruggen's absolute fire "Professional Life" video, and divulge the results of the first ever Virtual National Championships. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

EP 56: Keep Calm and Stay Home

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 01:00:00 -0700

This week I had to give a very large percentage of skateboarders some much needed tough love. Not all of you, but pretty darn close to it. Also, hear my thoughts on Primitive's "Rome" video and more details on the latest skateboarding games currently in development. Be safe out there. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Shout out to Commonwealth Skateboarding in Portland www.cwskate.com

Primitive "Rome"

EP 55: Keep Calm and Push Wisely

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 01:00:00 -0700

If you are reading this odds are you are in lockdown at your home and attempting to keep your sanity. Just know you are not alone! This episode I talk about a thriving school/skate scene in India, Sabotage's "Milan" video, and the latest regarding the coronavirus and its impact on us all. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 54: Skateboarding's Olympic Debut Might be in Jeopardy

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:00:00 -0700

Tune in this week to hear my thoughts on the removal of a popular DIY park in Omaha, Nebraska, electronic skateboard maker, Boosted Skateboards, is in trouble, and what might happen if the 2020 Olympics gets canceled or postponed. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 53: New Year, new New Deal

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 11:04:28 -0800

This week I'm talking about the latest drama that went down over at New Deal Skateboards, my failed attempt at getting Brandon Biebel on the show, and the results from the Tampa Pro event that went down over the weekend. Thanks for tuning in. @rickbata

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

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EP 52: Will the Real Birdman Please Stand up?

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Welcome back to the show. Today I discuss Tony Hawk's singing debut, Chris Haslam's great cause with his Brain Child brand, and I geek out over how awesome of a skater Dakota Servold is. Be sure to leave a review if you are digging the show. I really do appreciate your assistance with the dreaded "algorithm". @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

Which skater should try out for the Masked Singer next? Tom Penny? Tommy Guerrero?

EP 51: There's no Cheating in Skateboarding

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800

The Houston Astros became MLB's most hated team this past week after admitting to cheating for years. This got my wheels turning (no pun intended) in wondering if skateboarding will ever have a similar incident. Also, find out who the latest face of Bitcoin is going to be, as well as, hear my thoughts on Kris Burkhardt's latest "Hum" video. All this packed into episode #51. Enjoy.

www.nomongo.com

Bit Coin News Network

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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I posted my #shuvitcancer clip on Instagram @rickbata. Have you done yours? I didn't land the fakie 360 shove that was on my list, but I will get it back one of these days.

EP 50: Steezus Plug

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Thanks for tuning in to episode number 50! Today I chime in on the very polarizing Versace Plug video, skateboarding Olympic uniforms, and the #shuvitcancer movement that was started by a 68-year-old shredder. Follow along on social media @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 49: Adult Men Should Skateboard

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800

The 49ers didn't win the Super Bowl, but we did get to see some interesting commercials -- a couple of them even included some well-known skateboarders. Hear my thoughts on that, as well as, a recent article from the Jezebel website that pissed off a few riders, and whether or not underage kids should be allowed to turn pro. Chime in on social media @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Also, shout out to The Skatefulness Podcast. Be sure to give them a listen!

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

www.nomongo.com

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EP 48: Revisiting Sweaty Palms

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Not gonna lie, this one was a tough one to get through. Hear my thoughts on Jenkem's recent "Revisiting the Water Tower Ollie With Jeremy Wray" video, backyard pools/ramps and their future impact on real estate sales, and the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant. Hug your loved ones, people.

Kyle Dion's House Listing

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 47: Sad Plants for Mental Health

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800

This week I discuss how Duane Peters appears to mellowing out with age, the Hanging Out...With Bryan Herman video, and John Rattray's quest to help raise mental health awareness. Follow along on social media @rickbata Twitter and Instagram.

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Hanging Out...With Bryan Herman

Actionsrealized.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 46: TOTY and SOTYs

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Milton Martinez scored yet another TOTY award with his kickflip heard 'round the world. That's back-to-back Trick of the Year wins for him. Can this guy be stopped in 2020? Hear thoughts on that, my open invitation to Tony Hawk to breakdown the best skateboarding movie of all-time, and I geek out over Real Skateboard's latest "Be Free" video in this latest episode of the podcast.

www.nomongo.com

Be Free

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 45: Damn it, Zero

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Happy New Year to you and yours. This episode has me talking about my NYE session (ish) with Mark Suciu and the latest videos from Tired Skateboards and Zero Skateboards. Be sure to leave a review if you are digging what you are hearing. I appreciate it. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

Congrats to Gabriel Sanchez for winning the free SkateParty Skateboards deck!!

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 44: The Future of Skateboarding Podcasts

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800

This will most likely be the last episode of the year/decade. It's short and sweet. I remind you of the awesome SkateParty Skateboards giveaway that ends on 12/31, make a very bold prediction on the future of skateboarding podcasts, and wish you the very best to you and yours.

www.skatepartyskateboards.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

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EP 43: Coattails Video Premiere

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800

This week I talk about Patrick Melcher's latest "Alphabet" clip, the awesome Coattails' video premiere that went down at The Ritz here in San Jose, and the possibility of an old-school skateboarding legend being released from prison after 3 decades.

Special Thanks to Dee @ SkateParty Skateboards!

SkateParty Deck Giveaway Details

Patrick Melcher's Alphabet

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Intro/Outro Music by Bobb Amidon

EP 42: Baca 4 Thoughts

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800

Welcome back. Tune in to hear my thoughts on Baker 4, or as I'm calling it, Baca 4, Milton wins SOTY for 2019, and I finally wish Brandon Biebel the very best in his post-skateboarding career. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 41: Huck Boom Contest Jams

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800

Happy December to you. In this episode I talk about whether or not skateboarding contests are even needed in 2019 and beyond, booming huck jams, and the very polarizing, Weckingball. Be sure to tell your grandma about the show. Appreciate it!

Micky Papa Meets Weck

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 40: Milton Martinez SWOTY Contender

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800

We will all remember where we were when the Milton Martinez "Demolicion!" part dropped. It lived up to the hype and pretty much solidified him winning SOTY this year. Game over. Done. I discuss his video, the rest of the Encore video, and also talk a little about skateboard raps inspired by a recent Jenkem article. If you are digging the show, please leave a positive review so more peeps can discover it. Appreciate the support.

Jenkem Article on Skateboard Raps

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 39: The Future is Primitive

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800

It was yet another amazing week for skateboarding. I shed some light on a cool event that went down in Vancouver, Canada, geek out over how awesome Tiago's "Encore" part is, and, once again, ponder whether or not skateboarding has peaked in regards to the magnitude of tricks being pumped out on a daily basis.

vancouverskateboardcoalition.ca

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 38: Jake Wooten Should be Pro

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800

This week I discuss how the battle between skateboarders and pedestrians might end badly, Nyjah grants a wish to a young ripper by the name of Jaydon, and I thank (in advance) Santa Cruz Skateboards for finally turning Jake Wooten pro.

@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 37: Hellbomb Bowling Championship Results

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800

Welcome back. Today I discuss how the Joker had the last laugh at this year's Halloween Hellbomb event in Long Beach, I also invite a potential SOTY out to a skate/playdate, and share my thoughts on Fair Game Skateboards latest video "Golden Age". Thanks for tuning in and be sure to tell a stranger about the show!

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 36: Seven by Seven Thoughts

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 01:00:00 -0700

Skateboarding had yet another amazing week last week. Find out why Leo Romero will be hearing from my lawyer soon, my pick for MOTY, and hear my thoughts on Chico Brenes' "7x7" part that is all packed into this episode of the No Mongo Podcast. Cheers.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 35: WBATB Round One Recap

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 01:00:00 -0700

‪Welcome back. I'm bummed that I didn’t get to talk about Chico’s latest footage this week, but I made up for it by talking about new NMP hoodies, WBATB drama and the awesome "How Tyshawn Jones Became Skater of the Year" documentary. ‬@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 34: Felipe Nunes Pwned the Loop

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 01:00:00 -0700

Last week I talked about Felipe Nunes and then his "Welcome to Birdhouse" hit the interwebs and took the world by storm. This week I geek out about him accomplishing the loop and why he should win SOTY, in addition to, Ted Schmitz's "By the Numbers" article and share my thoughts on an upcoming boxing match in TX.

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By the Numbers

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 33: Verso Week

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 01:00:00 -0700

This week I discuss the awesome new Thrasher cover/interview with Felipe Nunes, react to the madness that went down at the Dime Street Challenge, and of course, chime in on the Mark Suciu's "Verso" part that finally hit the interwebs. Spoiler alert...it did not disappoint.

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Dime Street Challenge

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 32: Vert Will be Around 'Til the End

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 01:00:00 -0700

Welcome back to the show. This week's episode has me discussing whether or not vert is dead, the latest Santa Cruz vid "'Til the End" Vol. 3, and that one part we've all been impatiently waiting for. Follow along on Twitter and Instagram @rickbata

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 31: My Apology to Nyjah Huston

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 01:00:00 -0700

This week's episode consists of me apologizing to the G.O.A.T. for not picking him to win it all at the Street League World Championships that went down over the weekend. My bad. Lesson learned. I also confess my love for the "Lotties Skateshop Must be Stopped" video and give an update on the Tim Brauch Foundation contest that was supposed to happen at Lake Cunningham next month.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 30: BP Championships Results

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 01:00:00 -0700

About a week and a half ago one of the most memorable events went down at the Berrics and nobody is talking about it. Nobody. I discuss that, the departure of two prominent Plan B riders, and a cool prison inmate skateboard art program that is going down in Fresno, CA. Thanks for tuning in!

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 29: Vans Park Series Championships Results

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 01:00:00 -0700

The Vans Park Series had their World Championship event over the weekend and Japan took one more step towards global skate domination. I talk about the finals results and a recent Jenkem article that had me geeking out. Plus, I finally got around to Bam's appearance on the Ripride Podcast with Andy Roy. Tune in to hear my thoughts.

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http://www.jenkemmag.com/home/2019/07/31/statistical-analysis-every-jim-greco-clip/

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 28: Miles Silvas SOTY Contender

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 12:19:08 -0700

Back from the lake and fully recharged. In this week's episode I recap the X Games Norway results, David Gonzalez's Thrasher Magazine interview, and how Miles Silvas' latest part is one for the history books. He is so damn good. Will he win SOTY this year? Go watch it ASAP.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 27: Kanten Russell's Time in Prison

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 02:00:00 -0700

Thanks for tuning in. This week I discuss how certain songs in video parts stick with me forever, Kanten Russell went to prison a few days ago, but is in good spirits, and it was my turn pick out a "Classic".

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 26: Skateboarding Video Games

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 01:00:00 -0700

My first topic this week was inspired by Donovan Strain's teaser tweet about an upcoming skateboarding game titled, "Session". I also give a shout out to Felipe Nunes after his awesome "Firing Line" clip and my worst fear from episode 11 game true, sort of. Thanks for all your support.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 25: Pedro Barros is Retiring

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 10:43:12 -0700

Let's face it, the mainstream news media is going to attempt to cover skateboarding all the way up to the 2020 Olympics and we're just going to have to deal with it. Pedro Barros is going to step down soon and we lost another L.A. legend over the weekend.

Britt's GoFundMe

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 24: Bam Margera's cry for Help

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 11:35:47 -0700

Have to be honest in that this episode was a tough one to get through. Starting off with the good -- I'm finally back on the Thrasher magazine train as I finally received my first issue. X Games Minneapolis went down over the weekend and the world saw the first ever 1260. And finally, I address the latest downward spiral of Bam Margera that also happened over the weekend.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 23: Tony Hawk Week

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0700

This week I jump into the #TonyHawkWeek conversation/tribute. Tony Hawk is a living legend and is still crushing the Berrics at the ripe age of 51. He even learned a new trick thanks to Donovan Strain. That, and the SLS Los Angeles results are in store for this episode. Thanks for tuning in and leaving a review.

Tony Hawk Battle Commander Video

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 22: Keeping up With the Joslins

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 12:06:04 -0700

Stay cool, peeps. It's hot out there. In this week's episode I breakdown Blake Norris' "Wicked Child" part, X Games' profile video for Chris Joslin in which his grandma rightfully steals the show, and one of my favorite skaters is now sponsorless.

Chris Joslin: Being

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 21: Hill Bombs and Human Bowling

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Welcome back to the show. The Vans Park Series in Montreal did not disappoint and team Brazil showed up strong as usual. Also, the 3rd Annual Dolores Hill Bomb went down in San Francisco and once again GoFundMe.com ending up taking first place. Be sure to hit subscribe if you are digging the show.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 20: Still Searching for Chin

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0700

I had to get right to the point in this episode. No way to say it other than it turns out the Welcome team did not find Animal Chin. Tune in and find out who that mystery shadow was. I also talked about revisiting The Bones Brigade Video Show and gave a shout out to Alphonzo Rawls and #EveryBodySkates.

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www.everybodyskates.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 19: Red Bull Roller Coaster Results

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0700

The annual Red Bull Roller Coaster event went down in Munich, Germany over the weekend. It was a blast to watch. Hear my thoughts on the results, in addition to, the Justin Bishop's 'Ditch Your Vision' and Welcome Skateboards' 'Seance' videos that dropped this past week as well. Also, huge shout out to the Welcome team for finding Animal Chin.

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Welcome Skateboards 'Seance'

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 18: Near Death Tricks

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

In this week's episode I discuss the uptick of "near death tricks" as of late. Some are worthy attempts. Others have me scratching my head with sweaty palms. Rayssa Leal stopped by the Berrics for a Bangin' session that did not disappoint and I talk about the Vans Park Series results that went down over the weekend in Brazil.

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 17: Dew Tour Long Beach Results

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Thanks for stopping by. In this week's episode I discuss Gage Boyle's awesome "Welcome to Spitfire" part and the Dew Tour Long Beach results. Needless to say, there was some pretty damn good skating going down this past week.

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 16: Skateboarding Regrets

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

This week's episode is inspired by an old clip that my brother recently sent me. I break down some of my regrets from over the years and also point out how I was rocking Nyjah shorts way before he was born. So in a sense, I'm a skate fashion trailblazer. If you are liking what you're hearing be sure to hit subscribe. I know you won't regret it.

www.nomongo.com

Twitter and Instagram @rickbata

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 15: Nike SB's Gizmo Video

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0700

Thanks for stopping by. This week I discuss Nike's first all-women skate video, Gizmo, which is groundbreaking in itself, but there seems to be another trend on the rise. X Games Shanghai didn't disappoint and a Seattle based rider needs your thoughts and/or prayers.

www.nomongo.com

Aiden Schellings' Go Fund Me

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 14: Daewon Song's Documentary

Tue, 28 May 2019 11:33:44 -0700

Welcome back. In this episode I discuss the Daewon Song Documentary and the fact that we actually have something in common. Oh yeah, we could almost be at a BFF status. Also, Street League London results and a shout out to Aaron "Jaws" Homoki for being a cool dude to my wife.

@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 13: Rest Easy, Ben

Tue, 21 May 2019 05:00:00 -0700

This was a tough one to get through on many levels. Between the loss of Ben Raemers, remembering Mike Ternasky, and having 'Careless Whisper' stuck in my head for the past few days, my podcasting skills were put to the test this week. Also, find out which tracks I chose for a highly unlikely remix edit of the April Launch Video. Love you, guys.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

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Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 12: My War: Clive Dixon

Tue, 14 May 2019 07:00:00 -0700

Thanks for tuning in. It's been a full decade since we lost the late, great Tim "Beans" Brauch. He was a San Jose ripper who was probably one of the most humble and rad dudes I ever met. I discuss some of my interactions with him over the years, the Vans Combi Pool results, and break down the 8 minute and 26 seconds My War: Clive Dixon clip, but you'll be surprised who I thought stole the show in that video.

www.nomongo.com

Tim Brauch Foundation

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 11: X Games Real Street Competition Picks

Tue, 07 May 2019 09:27:33 -0700

This week I break down the X Games Real Street competition, #NationalDoAKickflipDay, share an awesome new female rider I have on my radar, and divulge my concern about my favorite skater of all-time having a Boosted board in his possession.

P.S. Noticed when editing that I seemed to have left out Corey Glick. I did have him in my notes, but must have had a brain fart. His trick @ :30 is what's up.

Thanks for listening and be sure to tell a stranger about the show!

www.nomongo.com

Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon

EP 10: R.I.P. Pablo Ramirez AKA P-Spliff

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 10:13:29 -0700

Once again the skateboarding industry took a huge loss in the passing of Pablo Ramirez. He was a rare rider who gave it all, every time. 100% skateboarder to the core. Rest easy, P-Spliff. Andy Roy has an awesome podcast and I have a crazy thought about a potential skateboarding draft down the road. Yeah, I went there. Be sure to hit subscribe and be sure to leave a review if you're digging what's in your ears.

@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

www.nomongo.com

EP 09: Shane O'Neill is bad for Skateboarding

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 08:42:47 -0700

That's right, I said it. Shane O'Neill is bad for skateboarding. I break down why and how if nothing changes in the near future it will be extremely detrimental to the sport. Max Geronzi had me wanting to bust out with a Puma windbreaker and shout out to Josh Hanson (@joshhanson1) for his courage during a very difficult time in his life.

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Josh Hanson's GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/josh-hanson-motorcycle-accident

Intro/Outro Music by Bobb Amidon

EP 08: Skate Photographers and Backyard Ramps

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 09:09:52 -0700

Today I talk about my love for legendary skate photographer, Grant Brittain's, work and how I will own at least 2 (or 9) of his pieces one day. Toss in some comments on pump ramps and my desire to have a mini ramp in my backyard again and you have the perfect combination for episode 08. Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or Podbean.

Intro/Outro Music by Bobb Amidon

@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

EP 07: The Passing of Jake Phelps

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:14:59 -0700

I finally get around to talking about the huge loss skateboarding took in the passing of Jake Phelps. R.I.P. He was 100% skateboarder 24/7/365. I then do a quick recap of the Tommy Sandoval 'Nine Club Episode', discuss how Bucky Lasek is now a goofy footed rider and how I'd love to be one of Lincoln Ueda's shoes for just a day.

@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

nomongopodcast@gmail.com

www.nomongo.com

EP 06: Skateboarding has Officially Gotten Ridiculous

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 11:00:54 -0700

Welcome back. In this episode I talk about how insane skateboarding has gotten. With the amount of NDB and crazy tricks that have gone down as of late I question whether or not the sport has peaked in regards to its limits. We are living in the "Video Game Era" of skating in 2019. Then Bam Part 2. Boo Johnson had a plate date with L.A. and more. Follow @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

EP 05: Thrashin' is the Best Skate Movie Ever

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 10:03:00 -0700

In this episode I formally apologized to Jonah Hill. I also channeled my inner Siskel & Ebert (Google it, kids) and broke down a couple skateboarding movies. Gave a huge shout out to the fine folks at The Nine Club -- "The best thing to happen to skateboarding in a long, long time." and more. Visit www.nomongo.com for more info!

EP 04: Stop Using Your Board as a Weapon

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 11:53:37 -0700

On this episode I ended up talking about two different people named Dan. Dan Mancina who is an awesome skater who can keep up with all the latest tricks. Oh, and by the way he's 95% blind. A true inspiration. I then shift to a very unfortunate incident that occurred late 2018, but the ramifications of the event were life-changing. Dan Jansen is a security guard in San Francisco and was attacked by a pro skater who happened to use his board as a weapon.

EP 03: Milton Martinez wins 2018 TOTY

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 15:11:04 -0800

That's right, you read that right. Tony Hawk is going to broadway. Will it be the next Hamilton? Congrats to Louie Lopez on getting your own billboard. 2018 Trick of the Year congrats to Milton Martinez and more. Follow me @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram.

EP 02: Fingerboard Pros and Bam's Struggles

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 15:06:08 -0800

My follow up episode has me covering the latest Tech Deck model that is a game changer. And, even you can become a professional fingerboarder...or at least try and get some flow! Bam Margera is having some rough times and we are all just living in Nyjah's world. Thanks for stopping by.

EP 01: Intro and the Day Jamie Foy Almost Died

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 14:55:16 -0800

In this first episode I do a quick intro on my background and passion for this crazy sport we call skateboarding. Then I waste no time going right into a couple of polarizing topics such as skateboarding in the Olympics and also whether or not street skaters should (or ever will) rock helmets -- inspired by Jamie Foy's near death experience. Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to interacting with you.