Interviews

Backstory: CAFE “Allegro”

To shine a bit more light on the recent CAFE video "Allegro" we spoke to Rich Smith, the man behind crafting this release, to get some insights on a selection of clips featuring: Shaun Currie, Dan Clarke, Ollie Lock, and Korahn Gayle....

First & Last: Mike Carroll

It’s an honour to bring you the latest interview in our “First & Last” series, a conversation that explores the past and present of Mike Carroll, a pioneer that skateboarding is lucky to have still contributing, on and off the board...

Sage Elsesser Interview

We’re pleased to bring you our second ever Sage Elsesser interview. This conversation coincides with his latest signature Fastbreak colourway for Converse, but covers a lot more ground, and explores a year filled with exciting releases…

Josh Kalis Interview

To coincide with DGK celebrating Josh Kalis' 30 years as a professional skateboarder we thought it was an opportune time to catch up with Josh in this interview which delves into the decades he has spent dedicated to his craft...

Offerings: Thaynan Costa

Our latest "Offerings" interview explores some choice picks from Thaynan Costa, a conversation which took place shortly after he visited our shop to premiere the second video instalment from Village PM...

5000 Words: Atiba Jefferson

Our "5000 Words" interview with Atiba Jefferson explores some images that have accompanied his "United Through Skateboarding" Vans collection on the road...

Visuals: Gabriel Summers

It’s been a busy year for Gabriel Summers and that looks to continue so we’re glad he took out some time from his travels for this “Visuals” interview. It was a pleasure to speak to him about his selection and pick his brains about recent developments…

Walker Ryan Interview

Following the release of his third book we spoke to Walker Ryan to find out more about what went into writing his three incredible novels. We also discuss his latest video part "Siesta", and more...

Visuals: Mark Suciu

We were hyped to connect with Mark Suciu while he was in London in recent months. After he returned home we caught up again by way of a "Visuals" interview. Enjoy learning more about his selection, a series of picks that are united by video parts playing a central theme...

First & Last: Guy Mariano

Guy Mariano is the latest living legend to sit down with us for a "First & Last" interview. Find out about Guy's past and present in this instalment of our interview series...

My Board: Shane O’Neill

We jumped at the opportunity to connect with master technician Shane O'Neill for a "My Board" interview. Find out what preferences underpin Shane's insane abilities and see if there are any insights that could further support your own...

Industry: Will Harmon

For the latest in our "Industry" interview series we spoke with Free Skate Mag co-editor and co-founder Will Harmon to hear about his journey....

5000 Words: Kyle Seidler

Our latest "5000 Words" photo feature is with Kyle Seidler, someone whose prolific output regularly lights up our feed and graces the pages of our favourite magazines. Find out more about Kyle and some of the amazing photos from his archives that he selected for us...

Rich Smith “Ben + Pat” Interview

We had the pleasure of interviewing resident lensman Rich Smith about the process that went into creating the Slam City Skates "Ben + Pat" video which just hit our screens...

Visuals: Hayley Wilson

Our series of "Visuals" interviews keeps on rolling via our most recent conversation with Melbourne-based legend Hayley Wilson. This interview coincides with the release of her very own Dunk Low...

Offerings: Andrew Reynolds

This week we connected with Andrew Reynolds for our “Offerings” interview series. We found out more about his thoughtful selection,...

Visuals: Mike SInclair

For the latest instalment in our "Visuals" interview series we connected with Slappy Trucks founder Mike Sinclair to find out about some skateboarding imagery that has lodged itself into his grey matter...

5000 Words: Trent Evans

This "5000" Words feature is narrated by Pass-Port Skateboards founder Trent Evans. It focuses on a wide array of photographs of each member of the diverse squad who make up the Pass-Port team...

Visuals: Tom Delion

Tom Delion is the founder of Baglady Supplies and is one of the most interesting skateboarders exploring our capital. We interviewed him for our "Visuals" series and checked in to find out what Baglady have planned for the coming months...

Visuals: Sam Narvaez

Welcome to our latest "Visuals" interview with Sam Narvaez. Sam's recent travels have taken her to Barcelona and so we caught up with her while she was over there to learn more about her selection...

Industry: Alan Glass

Our latest "Industry" interview is with Shiner Distribution's Marketing Manager Alan Glass. Find out more about Alan's skateboarding history, his many contributions to our culture, and the many different roles he performs...

Longevity: Skateboard Strength

Welcome to the first “Longevity” interview with Dan Bardallo, the creator of the Skateboard Strength program. Learn about the best training, recovery, and strength training methods from an expert in the field...

Industry: Kelly Hart

We recently caught up with Kelly Hart for the latest instalment in our "Industry" interview series. Find out more about someone who plays an integral part in the industry from many different perspectives and has performed more roles than most...

Offerings: Gino Iannucci

We are excited to begin our year with a Gino Iannucci "Offerings" interview. Find out which skate video, album, movie, and book Gino chose for us before a conversation about recent developments and more...

Offerings: Elijah Berle

Elijah Berle is the latest legend to take stock of some of the media that has earned an important place in his story for our "Offerings" series. See what skate video, album, book, and documentary he chose for us then check in to learn more about his current reality...

Raemers Foundation Reflections

Susie Crome is one of the co-founders of The Ben Raemers Foundation. We spoke to her for some reflections about the busy year this important charity has had. This look at the year in review, in Susie's own words, takes stock of their successes and points towards another productive year ahead...

Visuals: Tyler Bledsoe

Our series of "Visuals" interviews continues following a conversation with Tyler Bledsoe. We caught up with Tyler on a Monday morning in Portland to find out more about some early skateboarding inspiration, and where he is at right now...

First & Last: Jack O’Grady

We invite you to explore our “First & Last” interview with Jack O’Grady to find out more about Pasport's prolific powerhouse. We enjoyed connecting with Jack to speak about his journey, learn more about his formative years, and see what his current reality looks like...

5000 Words: Richie Hopson

Richie Hopson is the most recent photographer to add to our "5000 Words" interview series. It was a pleasure to reconnect with Richie and to explore his work. Some examples had been relegated to lower piles of importance, and we are incredibly pleased to see them surface here...

First & Last: Sirus F Gahan

Welcome to our “First & Last” interview with Sirus F Gahan. This conversation dips into the past and present of one of skateboarding’s most prolific creatives whose latest role involves the ongoing visual direction of Polar...

Visuals: Daniel Wheatley

We are hyped that Daniel Wheatley just checked in with us for a "Visuals" interview. Find out more about the video part, line, skate photo, and board graphic he picked for us. Then read on to learn more about the process behind making his latest full-length video...

Visuals: Braden Hoban

We're pleased to connect with Braden Hoban for this "Visuals" interview in the middle of his busy schedule. Thankfully the stars aligned and we found out about a video part, trick, skate photo, and board graphic which have impacted him. We also had a moment to find out about his latest part, his new Emerica pro shoe and much more...

Leo Fitzpatrick on “KIds” for Living Proof

We wanted to direct you to this video from Living Proof which re-frames Leo Fitzpatrick talking about the movie "Kids" with accompanying imagery from the film. Some of Leo's memories following this film hitting the cinemas involve the Slam shop and his time in London...

Offerings: Silas Baxter-Neal

Our latest "Offerings" interview connects with Silas Baxter-Neal to find out about a skate video, book, album, and documentary that have impacted him. Find out more about his selection and check in to see what projects he has on the cards right now...

Backstory: Toby Shuall

Our "Backstory" series continues to delve into the process behind different tricks that have made an impact on us. Our most recent conversation with Toby Shuall expands on two tricks he flawlessly floated down stairs over two decades ago. Toby's stream of consciousness expands on these two moments, the tricks themselves, and much more...