Patrick O’Dell discusses growing up in St. Louis, moving to San Francisco, getting a job at Thrasher Magazine, starting his blog called Epicly Later’d, how he came up with the name Epicly Later’d, going on his first tour with Baker, working for VBS.tv, writing into his contract that he cannot be fired from his own show, why some people got mad about their Epicly Later’d episode, the end of his Epicly Later’d show & Vice going bankrupt, going down the Mississippi in a boat with Heath Kirchart, directing the Big Brother documentary “Dumb”, 25th anniversary for Nixon watches Documentary and much more!
Beauty and the Beast | Beauty Edit | Girl Skateboards and Anti-Hero (2008)
15 years ago today, the Girl and Anti Hero guys team up for an unprecedented good time. Traveling up to the Bay Area and through Oregon, into Washington, over to Orcas Island. Skatepark and camping conditions couldn’t be topped. Magic ensued. Featuring Frank Gerwer, Peter Hewitt, Eric Koston, John Cardiel, Rick Howard, Julien Stranger, Brian Anderson, Andrew Allen, P Kid, Sean Malto, Rick McCrank, Tony Trujillo, Mike Carroll, Robbie Russo, Max Schaff, Tony Miorana, Alex Olson, Peabody, John Alden, Gabe Morford, P-Stone, Spike Jonze, Patrick O’Dell and T-Bone.
CUT DOWN: 30 Years Of The Vans Half Cab | Episode 3: Cab Legacy | Skate | VANS
Vans Skateboarding presents episode three of Cut Down: 30 Years Of The Half Cab, the final installment in this three-part series celebrating the influence and resiliency of the most iconic skate shoe of all time. In “The Cab Legacy,” Vans and acclaimed documentary filmmaker Patrick O’Dell highlight the silhouette’s influence on today’s generation of skateboarders. Showcasing team riders Una Farrar, Daiki Hoshino, Pedro Delfino and Nick Michel, among others from across the globe, the episode is a testament to the Half Cab’s enduring design as foundational to skateboarding and its evolving culture.
CUT DOWN: 30 Years Of The Vans Half Cab | Episode 2: Street Cab | Skate | VANS
Vans is proud to celebrate 30 years of the Half Cab™, with CUT DOWN: 30 Years Of The Vans Half Cab, a three-part series directed by Patrick O’Dell.
Vans Skateboarding Presents: Tyson Peterson | Skate | VANS
Vans Skateboarding presents the story behind Baker Skateboards pro Tyson Peterson’s journey from 11-year-old Florida skate prodigy to a true trailblazer in skateboarding. Tyson had some help along the way, from influential skaters to a support system of friends and family, ultimately getting him to where he is today. This short film delves into Tyson’s ascent to pro and the community that was behind him every step of the way. Directed by Patrick O’Dell.
Vans Skateboarding Presents: Cher Strauberry | Skate | VANS
Vans Skateboarding Presents a new short film about skateboarder, musician and artist Cher Strauberry, providing an inside look into her role shaping and growing the queer skate community.
Cher’s role within Oakland-based Unity Skateboarding, as well as helping found the queer skateboard brand, Glue Skateboards, has helped grow inclusivity within the space. In this film, she takes us back to the early days, shedding light on the experiences leading her to become an influencer in the queer skate community.
Directed by Patrick O’Dell
Vans Skateboarding Presents: Breana Geering | Skate | VANS
In the latest Vans Skateboarding Presents they focus on British Columbia native Breana Geering. Breana shares how she came up in the Vancouver skate scene and how instrumental the love and guidance of her Antisocial Skateshop mentors have been to her success.
Vans Presents: Quasi Skateboards | Skate | VANS
Chad Bowers has a natural compulsion to do his own thing. He knows what he likes, what he wants to create, and is agnostic to any one style, look or prescriptive when it comes to his work on his brand, Quasi. Vans goes inside the brand’s creative process in this short film, highlighting why Quasi continues to build a cult following, supported by a roster of heavy-hitting pros. Directed by Patrick O’Dell.
Vans Presents: Justin Henry’s World Peace | Skate | VANS
Filmed earlier this year, Justin Henry’s World Peace uplifts the importance of rallying around community and youth, and fostering a kinder world with equality for all. Grounded in the brand values of inclusivity and being open to everyone, Vans believes this unifying message must be told, and stands in support with Justin as we continue to drive positive change.
With strong ties to his hometown of Columbus, Ohio, and its local skateboard scene, Quasi Skateboards’ Justin Henry grew up skating crusty spots and learning the value of putting in work and making each try count. He invited Vans inside that world recently, recounting his journey from young talent to pro, and his determination to give back to the community that has shaped him. As part of an upcoming footwear collaboration with Justin Henry releasing July 6 at select skate retailers, Vans is giving back to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio with a $10k donation. Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mission supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Directed by Patrick O’Dell
DEVOTED (Trailer).
The LB Project’s trailer for DEVOTED featuring Giovanni Reda, Trent Evans, Tony Vitello, Michael Burnett, Eric Swisher, Mark Whiteley, Brad Staba, Guy Mariano, Mike Mo, Steve Berra, Patrick O’Dell, Dave Swift, Jaime Owens, Skin Phillips, Kevin Marks, Dave Chami, Ando, Ryan Clements, Josh Stewart, Masafumi Kajitani, Benjamin Deberdt, Elliott Templeton, Al Boglio, Peter Smolik, Paul Schmitt, Chad Muska, Dave Carnie, Josh Friedberg, Keith Hufnagel, Mackenzie Eisenhour, Mike Blabac, Lance Mountain, Marc Johnson, PJ Ladd, Remy Stratton, Mike Kershnar, Alex Irvine, Mikko Kempas, Sami Valikangas, Trent Fahey, Roland Hoogwater, Oliver Percovich.
Epicly Later’d – James Kelch
James Kelch can put a jacket on in the blink of an eye
Epicly Later’d – Alex Olson
Patrick O’Dell brings back Alex Olson’s Epicly Later’d from 2009