For the Love of Skateboarding
Grosso catches up with skate pioneer, Elissa Steamer, to talk about queerness in skateboarding and the hardships of communicating identity within the skate community. Hint: language is everything!
Vans is thankful to everyone who shared their story, strengthening the community of skateboarding. If you are a person in crisis or in need of a safe and judgement free place to talk, call the TrevorLifeline now at 1-866-488-7386.
We discuss Manramp “Return of the Ramp”, Nyjah Huston stops by to talk about his new Nike SB shoe the Nyjah 2, we watch live and celebrate as Karl Watson turns Lil Dre and Jonathan Perez pro for Maxallure Skateboards, Eldy’s pick of the week, a fly joins the show, Mega Park: Elliot Sloan, Josef Skott in DC’s “Domino” part and much more!
This special 25th anniversary episode takes a look back at the progression of the X Games and the most significant moments in its history. 25 Years of X Games features highlight footage from the past 25 years, as well as current interviews with action sports legends and ESPN hosts reliving their favorite memories.
Featured guests include: Tony Hawk, Travis Pastrana, Mat Hoffman, Dennis McCoy, Paul Rodriguez, Bucky Lasek, Lizzie Armanto, Jacko Strong, Ryan Nyquist, Selema Masekela, Ron Semiao, Ryan Sheckler, Nyjah Huston, Brighton Zeuner, Chris Fowler, Suzy Kolber, Brian Deegan, Carey Hart, Bob Burnquist, Scotty Cranmer, Mitchie Brusco, Elliot Sloan, Ken Block and Danny Way.
We Stop And Chat with Mark Appleyard to discuss being the host of iDabble VM, his current board setup, music in his past video parts, breaking his arm in Barcelona, his new Globe shoe coming out in August, traveling the world, camping, working on his new video part, button up shirts and much more!
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of X Games, host Jack Mitrani is joined by X Games legends including Tony Hawk, Mat Hoffman and Travis Pastrana for a discussion of X Games past, including favorite moments, behind the scenes memories and more.
We discuss Northern Co’s ‘Helen’ video, LGBTQ+ Love Note: Barker Barrett & Cher Strauberry, EA announces Skate game, A Breath Of Fresh Air: Skateboarding With Cystic Fibrosis, Thaynan Costa in DC’s “Domino” Part, Eldy’s pick of the week, our favorite cereal and much more!
Jart Skater Angelo Caro was confined to his house for 3 months in Lima, Peru due to the Corona Virus and is now venturing back out in this edit.
Plunkett is no rookie when it comes to The Couch, so it only made sense to have him breakdown his Top 5 things to do on The Couch. Also featuring Vincent Alvarez and Tyler Pacheco.
We Stop And Chat with Paul Rodriguez to discuss how he’s feeling 2 years after his knee injury, will he film another part, his new plant based diet, acting, his current board setup, what his warmup trick is, answering his DM’s, upcoming Nike SB projects, his pet peeves and much more!
We discuss Tiago Lemos’ “Crupie Wheels” Part, Vans Presents: Justin Henry’s World Peace, Loveletter To LGBTQ+, the new PS5, Tommy Sandoval: On The Other Side, 101 Snuff video, 8:46 – Dave Chappelle and much more!
We Stop And Chat with Neen Williams to discuss his workout routine, filming for a new Deathwish video, skating with Jamie Foy in person, his spice company NADC, what’s his secret to heelflips, his board setup, eating healthy, his FP pro shoe, how he gets his sponsorship deals and much more!
Vans’ Loveletters To LGBTQ+ was filmed earlier this year, before the passing of legendary skater and host Jeff Grosso, who was a champion for inclusive skateboarding. We believe this message of unity and equality must be told, and that all voices of the LGBTQ+ community deserve to be heard. Grounded in the brand values of inclusivity and being open to everyone, Vans believes this unifying message must be told, and stands in support of the LGBTQ+ Skate Community as we continue to drive positive change. – Vans