We met up with Fred Gall, Lou & Donny Binaco to discuss Metal, a skate brand they started in 1994 out of New Jersey that’s still running today. Birthed from one too many acid trips, late night skate sessions, and a desire to start a no frills, evil skate company out of the East Coast, Metal is a part of skateboarding history often forgotten.
Chad Knight | The Nine Club – Episode 324
Chad Knight discusses growing up in Ohio, getting sponsored by H-Street at 13 years old, Alf & Eric Koston staying at his house when he was 14, making the move to San Diego, getting on Maple Skateboards, designing his first Osiris pro shoe, filming for “The Storm”, how the industry perceived Osiris & the skaters, switch backside flipping the Sand Diego Sports Arena double set, Jeff Taylor getting him an interview to do 3D design at DC Shoes, working for Nike & how 3D inspiration pieces are used to inspirer designers at Nike, his 3D art & the rise and fall of NFT’s, how he got to compete in American Gladiator and much more!
Surface Files || Justin Strubing – Pepper Griptape
Justin Strubing has energy and style that’s been infectious for decades. He blessed us with a visit to MESA HQ recently to set up a board and let Pepper in on his grip process!
Heitor Da Silva “HEJTOR”, Nike SB “Futura Laboratories” | Nine Club Live #53
Chris Roberts and the Nine Club talk Heitor Da Silva “HEJTOR”, Nike SB “Futura Laboratories” and more Live!
Growing Up Fast in Daytona Beach | MOB First: Devin Bagnoli
Join Devin Bagnoli as he takes us on the local tour of his beloved Daytona through the struggles, first contest wins, and more!
Toy Machine’s “Welcome To Hell”, Ronnie Kessner’s “Cherish” | Nine Club Live #52
Chris Roberts and the Nine Club talk Toy Machine’s “Welcome To Hell”, Ronnie Kessner’s “Cherish” and more Live!
BS Overcrooking Living Room 18 Stair | XG Grind & Unwind w/ Sean Malto Ep. 42
Today Gary Rogers sits down with professional skateboarder Sean Malto to dive into his skate journey. From his early days in Leavenworth, Kansas, to clinching prestigious titles and becoming a beloved figure in the sport. Sean opens up about his milestones, the challenges he faced after his major injury in 2013, and how he bounced back stronger than ever. We also get a peek into his life off the board, including his interests and the impact of skateboarding on his lifestyle.
International Street Skateboarders Matt Berger and Filipe Mota – UNLEASHED Podcast E406
Two technical street skating wizards join the podcast! Tune in for a special live episode with Canadian street skater Matt Berger and Brazilian prodigy Filipe Mota. Listen as they provide behind-the-scenes commentary from SLS San Diego in conversation with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.
Searching For the First Cellar Door Skated on Film with Bobby Puleo – Village Psychic
What do you get when you combine a cellar door, a cellar door that no longer exists, a documentary about skateboarding, Mark Gonzales, Keith Hufnagel, Scott Johnston, Buddhist Monks, Wee Gee, the Mob, Cops, graffiti writers, freight trains, Oreo cookies, collapsed highways, and triple homicides?
Margie Didal | The Nine Club – Episode 323
Margie Didal discusses growing up in the Philippines, winning her first contest after 8 months of skating, first time flying in a plane to Manila, first time she entered a bigger contest like X Games, going viral after posting Tony Hawk on her instagram, What it was like staying in the Olympic village sleeping on a cardboard bed, getting on New Balance, breaking her ankle in Brazil, how she got on Red Bull and much more!
2024 SLS San Diego: Preshow with Chris Roberts & Jeron Wilson
Before everything kicked off in SD, The Nine Club’s very own Chris Roberts & Jeron Wilson chopped it up and even sat down with Braden Hoban & Vincent Milou! Enjoy.
“Tony Hawk is a BEAST Follow Filmer” | XG Grind & Unwind w/ Chris Gregson Ep. 41
In this episode Gary Rogers sits down with Chris Gregson, to talk not only his skating but his innovative work behind the camera. Discover how he transitioned from being in front of the camera to becoming one of the most sought-after filmmakers in the skateboarding scene. We’ll delve into his creative process, the challenges of filming skateboarding vs BMX, as well as his influences in filming. Don’t miss this ride through the intersections of passion and creativity with a true master of the craft Chris Gregson on this week’s episode of Grind & Unwind Episode 41.