On this episode of Epicly Later’d we meet up with Atiba Jefferson. We learn what sets him apart from the rest, what keeps him going, and the journey that led him to become one of skateboarding’s most influential photographers.
Speed, Power & Skateboarding: Anthony Van Engelen | Epicly Later’d
On this episode of Epicly Later’d, we explore the legendary career of Anthony Van Engelen. From classic video parts to epic meltdowns, few skaters have the same power, focus, and dedication as AVE. Join us as we learn what keeps Anthony going and why he’s earned his mark on skateboarding.
The Journeyman Skateboarder: Ryan Lay | Epicly Later’d
On this episode of Epicly Later’d, we travel with Ryan Lay to learn more about his unique path in skateboarding. From multiple sponsors to days-long hikes, join us to discover what makes Ryan a true journeyman.
The Rise And Fall Of Ali Boulala’s Skateboarding Career
VICE profiles a skater from Sweden who achieved pro circuit fame as a teen. But his on-going addiction to drugs and alcohol ultimately ended his career and the life of a friend.
Bam Margera: Jackass, Skating & the Dark Side of Fame | Epicly Later’d
This episode of Epicly Later’d first aired in 2017. Bam Margera, legendary pro skater and star of Jackass, struggles to overcome substance abuse and the loss of his best friend as he works to make a return to skateboarding.
Andrew Reynolds is Raising the Next Gen of Pro Skaters | Epicly Later’d
Andrew Reynolds is pushing 40 and still skates huge gaps. In his early 20s his partying took its toll, but now he’s become the poster child for skateboarding’s fountain of youth.
From Homeless to Pro-Skater | Chad Muska | Epicly Later’d
Chad Muska’s evolution from homeless teenager to one of the most-hyped skateboarders of all time led him through Hollywood, high fashion, and the international art scene.
Andy Roy: Skating on The Wild Side | Epicly Later’d
Andy Roy journeyed from pro skater to prison inmate, and back again. In this episode we dive into Andy’s checkered past and explore how he’s making up for lost time.
Spike Jonze: Jackass, Academy Awards & Music Videos | Epicly Later’d
Influential filmmaker, Spike Jonze, looks back on his career and discusses how skateboarding influenced his work from groundbreaking music videos to Jackass to an Academy Award.
Heath Kirchart: From Skating to Death-Defying Travel Missions – VICE
Legend Heath Kirchart walked away from skating at the height of his career. He’s gone from pushing his physical limits on a board to a new life of death-defying travel missions.
VICE’s Taji Ameen Revisits His Skate Past – JENKEM
Over the past few years, Taji’s work with VICE and the upper echelons of New York Media took him away from his skateboarding past a little bit. We wanted to have him reconnect with skating and reminisce on those early days, so JENKEM met up with him and his old friend Billy to skate, catch up, and freestyle a little bit.
Skater Gonzi’s Fight with Borderline Schizophrenia – VICE
Polish skater and artist Gonzi has been vocal about his fight against depression and borderline schizophrenia.
Gonzi picked up a skateboard at the age of five and started hanging out with older skaters in his hometown of Łódź, exposing him to a life of parties and drug use at a young age.
He smoked his first joint at 13, and was 17 when he experienced a psychotic break due to drug use and was diagnosed with borderline paranoid schizophrenia. He thanks skateboarding, his friends, and art for still being here today. – Vice