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Thanks for stopping by. Tune in to hear my thoughts on Manramp's latest "Return of the Ramp" edit, as well as, the "Eric Dressen Spills the Beans About the Speed Freaks" video. nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Skatosis' very own Drew Domkus joins me this week. Tune in to hear us talk about being a rad uncle, Trae the Tank's 'Full Street Part', Jarne Verbruggen's 'Professional Life Rough Cut', and more. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

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This week I discuss Milton Martinez's fire Rough Cut and EA's announcement about another installment of the Skate franchise. Let me know your thoughts at nomongopodcast@gmail.com 

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Demolicion! Rough Cut 
Bear Walker is a custom skateboard designer out of Alabama who uses his life-long passion for pop culture to help create fabulous hand-crafted works of art. 

He has worked with many top entrepreneurs and A-list celebrities like Gary Vee, Jason Mamoa, Zachary Levi, and Robert Downey, Jr. just to name a few. 

Bear's journey from being a carpenter to failed entrepreneur and back is an amazing story and a great message to all about never giving up on your dreams. His persistence and positive attitude eventually allowed him to finally take the leap of faith and make his passion become his career. 

And his passion is shown in each and every detail of his skateboards. Enjoy. 

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This week I discuss Na-kel Smith's 35 minute Instagram video about his experience being a black professional skater and give a shout out to one of the companies from Patrick Kigongo's ever-growing 'Black List'. Send your fire takes to nomongopodcast@gmail.com 

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This week I discuss Pick Pocket MFG's latest "Posse Video" and share one of my recent dreams. Email the show at nomongopodcast@gmail.com.

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Last week Tony Hawk announced that a new, remastered, 4K version of THPS 1 & 2 will be released this September causing all of us gamers to lose our minds. Hear my thoughts on that and fellow THPS character, Rune Glifberg's, latest 'Phunk 45' part. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. No Mongo Podcast tees are still available in the SHOP via the link below. Thanks for all the support!

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Welcome back. Today I talk about the 11 years skateboarding was banned in Norway and the X Games Real Street showdown between 5-6 of your favorite skaters. Spoiler alert - skateboarding is now legal in Norway and Kevin Baekkel is doing just fine. @rickbata on Twitter or Instagram. 
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Radiohead 'Creep'
Thanks for tuning in. This week I chime in on Lil Wayne's latest seven minute skate/video 'Piano Trap & Not Me' and skateboard designer, Bear Walker. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com 
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Be sure to watch Thrashin' during this lockdown/quarantine. 
Only two topics for me this week. First one is all about Dakota Hunt's moves both on the dance floor and four wheels. His 3 minute 'Life Dance' video is just what the world needed. And the second you'll hear my thoughts on Milton's "Up in Smoookes!" tour. Spoiler alert. Milton straight up killed it. 

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This week I discuss Alex Sorgente's 'Raw AM's Rough Cut', the surge of quarantine backyard ramp erections, and #WesKremer's 420 latest video drop from DC Shoes. Be sure to hit that subscribe button, tell a friend about the show, or go do the most illegal trick on your list. Most people don't read this far so I will just say that benihanas are not an illegal trick. Never have and never will. You can thank me later. You can email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com 

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Thanks for stopping by. Hear my thoughts on Clive Dixon's very polarizing "creep" video, Anthony Pappalardo's 'How Covid Could Change Content' article, and Vans' latest member of their team. I'll give you a hint. His initials are T.H. Stay safe. Stay inside and be sure to work on that front foot impossible. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Last week the skateboarding community lost one of its most beloved and vocal OG's, Jeff Grosso. Hear my thoughts on that, Jenkem Mag's recent Candy Jacobs interview, and the latest from the #shuvitcancer movement. Be sure to tip your delivery drivers. 
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Hope you and yours are staying sane and safe. In this episode I discuss why I feel that Nyjah owes me a "Story by" credit, Jarne Verbruggen's absolute fire "Professional Life" video, and divulge the results of the first ever Virtual National Championships. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com
 
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This week I had to give a very large percentage of skateboarders some much needed tough love. Not all of you, but pretty darn close to it. Also, hear my thoughts on Primitive's "Rome" video and more details on the latest skateboarding games currently in development. Be safe out there. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com

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Primitive "Rome" 
If you are reading this odds are you are in lockdown at your home and attempting to keep your sanity. Just know you are not alone! This episode I talk about a thriving school/skate scene in India, Sabotage's "Milan" video, and the latest regarding the coronavirus and its impact on us all. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

No School, No Skating

The Barefoot Skateboarders Video 

Sabotage's Milan Video 

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Tune in this week to hear my thoughts on the removal of a popular DIY park in Omaha, Nebraska, electronic skateboard maker, Boosted Skateboards, is in trouble, and what might happen if the 2020 Olympics gets canceled or postponed. Email the show nomongopodcast@gmail.com 
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This week I'm talking about the latest drama that went down over at New Deal Skateboards, my failed attempt at getting Brandon Biebel on the show, and the results from the Tampa Pro event that went down over the weekend. Thanks for tuning in. @rickbata
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Welcome back to the show. Today I discuss Tony Hawk's singing debut, Chris Haslam's great cause with his Brain Child brand, and I geek out over how awesome of a skater Dakota Servold is. Be sure to leave a review if you are digging the show. I really do appreciate your assistance with the dreaded "algorithm". @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

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Which skater should try out for the Masked Singer next? Tom Penny? Tommy Guerrero?
The Houston Astros became MLB's most hated team this past week after admitting to cheating for years. This got my wheels turning (no pun intended) in wondering if skateboarding will ever have a similar incident. Also, find out who the latest face of Bitcoin is going to be, as well as, hear my thoughts on Kris Burkhardt's latest "Hum" video. All this packed into episode #51. Enjoy. 

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Bit Coin News Network

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​I posted my #shuvitcancer clip on Instagram @rickbata. Have you done yours? I didn't land the fakie 360 shove that was on my list, but I will get it back one of these days. 
Thanks for tuning in to episode number 50! Today I chime in on the very polarizing Versace Plug video, skateboarding Olympic uniforms, and the #shuvitcancer movement that was started by a 68-year-old shredder. Follow along on social media @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

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The 49ers didn't win the Super Bowl, but we did get to see some interesting commercials -- a couple of them even included some well-known skateboarders. Hear my thoughts on that, as well as, a recent article from the Jezebel website that pissed off a few riders, and whether or not underage kids should be allowed to turn pro. Chime in on social media @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 
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Not gonna lie, this one was a tough one to get through. Hear my thoughts on Jenkem's recent "Revisiting the Water Tower Ollie With Jeremy Wray" video, backyard pools/ramps and their future impact on real estate sales, and the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant. Hug your loved ones, people. 

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This week I discuss how Duane Peters appears to mellowing out with age, the Hanging Out...With Bryan Herman video, and John Rattray's quest to help raise mental health awareness. Follow along on social media @rickbata Twitter and Instagram. 

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Milton Martinez scored yet another TOTY award with his kickflip heard 'round the world. That's back-to-back Trick of the Year wins for him. Can this guy be stopped in 2020? Hear thoughts on that, my open invitation to Tony Hawk to breakdown the best skateboarding movie of all-time, and I geek out over Real Skateboard's latest "Be Free" video in this latest episode of the podcast. 

Tony Hawk Breaks Down Skateboarding Movies

Be Free 
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Happy New Year to you and yours. This episode has me talking about my NYE session (ish) with Mark Suciu and the latest videos from Tired Skateboards and Zero Skateboards. Be sure to leave a review if you are digging what you are hearing. I appreciate it. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

Congrats to Gabriel Sanchez for winning the free SkateParty Skateboards deck!! 

Tired Skateboards "Tried" Video 

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This will most likely be the last episode of the year/decade. It's short and sweet. I remind you of the awesome SkateParty Skateboards giveaway that ends on 12/31, make a very bold prediction on the future of skateboarding podcasts, and wish you the very best to you and yours. 

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This week I talk about Patrick Melcher's latest "Alphabet" clip, the awesome Coattails' video premiere that went down at The Ritz here in San Jose, and the possibility of an old-school skateboarding legend being released from prison after 3 decades. 
Special Thanks to Dee @ SkateParty Skateboards!

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Patrick Melcher's Alphabet

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Welcome back. Tune in to hear my thoughts on Baker 4, or as I'm calling it, Baca 4, Milton wins SOTY for 2019, and I finally wish Brandon Biebel the very best in his post-skateboarding career. @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

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Happy December to you. In this episode I talk about whether or not skateboarding contests are even needed in 2019 and beyond, booming huck jams, and the very polarizing, Weckingball. Be sure to tell your grandma about the show. Appreciate it!

Micky Papa Meets Weck 

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We will all remember where we were when the Milton Martinez "Demolicion!" part dropped. It lived up to the hype and pretty much solidified him winning SOTY this year.  Game over. Done. I discuss his video, the rest of the Encore video, and also talk a little about skateboard raps inspired by a recent Jenkem article. If you are digging the show, please leave a positive review so more peeps can discover it. Appreciate the support!
 
Jenkem Article on Skateboard Raps

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It was yet another amazing week for skateboarding. I shed some light on a cool event that went down in Vancouver, Canada, geek out over how awesome Tiago's "Encore" part is, and, once again, ponder whether or not skateboarding has peaked in regards to the magnitude of tricks being pumped out on a daily basis.  

vancouverskateboardcoalition.ca

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This week I discuss how the battle between skateboarders and pedestrians might end badly, Nyjah grants a wish to a young ripper by the name of Jaydon, and I thank (in advance) Santa Cruz Skateboards for finally turning Jake Wooten pro.

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Welcome back. Today I discuss how the Joker had the last laugh at this year's Halloween Hellbomb event in Long Beach, I also invite a potential SOTY out to a skate/playdate, and share my thoughts on Fair Game Skateboards latest video "Golden Age". Thanks for tuning in and be sure to tell a stranger about the show! 

Fair Game Skateboards "Golden Age"

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Skateboarding had yet another amazing week last week. Find out why Leo Romero will be hearing from my lawyer soon, my pick for MOTY, and hear my thoughts on Chico Brenes' "7x7" part that is all packed into this episode of the No Mongo Podcast. Cheers. 

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‪Welcome back. I'm bummed that I didn’t get to talk about Chico’s latest footage this week, but I made up for it by talking about new NMP hoodies, WBATB drama and the awesome "How Tyshawn Jones Became Skater of the Year" documentary. ‬@rickbata on Twitter and Instagram

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Last week I talked about Felipe Nunes and then his "Welcome to Birdhouse" hit the interwebs and took the world by storm. This week I geek out about him accomplishing the loop and why he should win SOTY, in addition to, Ted Schmitz's "By the Numbers" article and share my thoughts on an upcoming boxing match in TX. 

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By the Numbers

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This week I discuss the awesome new Thrasher cover/interview with Felipe Nunes, react to the madness that went down at the Dime Street Challenge, and of course, chime in on the Mark Suciu's "Verso" part that finally hit the interwebs. Spoiler alert...it did not disappoint. 

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This week's episode consists of me apologizing to the G.O.A.T. for not picking him to win it all at the Street League World Championships that went down over the weekend. My bad. Lesson learned. I also confess my love for the "Lotties Skateshop Must be Stopped" video and give an update on the Tim Brauch Foundation contest that was supposed to happen at Lake Cunningham next month.  

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About a week and a half ago one of the most memorable events went down at the Berrics and nobody is talking about it. Nobody. I discuss that, the departure of two prominent Plan B riders, and a cool prison inmate skateboard art program that is going down in Fresno, CA. Thanks for tuning in!

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The Vans Park Series had their World Championship event over the weekend and Japan took one more step towards global skate domination. I talk about the finals results and a recent Jenkem article that had me geeking out. Plus, I finally got around to Bam's appearance on the Ripride Podcast with Andy Roy. Tune in to hear my thoughts. 

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Back from the lake and fully recharged. In this week's episode I recap the X Games Norway results, David Gonzalez's Thrasher Magazine interview, and how Miles Silvas' latest part is one for the history books. He is so damn good. Will he win SOTY this year? Go watch it ASAP. 

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Thanks for tuning in. This week I discuss how certain songs in video parts stick with me forever, Kanten Russell went to prison a few days ago, but is in good spirits, and it was my turn pick out a "Classic". 

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My first topic this week was inspired by Donovan Strain's teaser tweet about an upcoming skateboarding game titled, "Session". I also give a shout out to Felipe Nunes after his awesome "Firing Line" clip and my worst fear from episode 11 game true, sort of. Thanks for all your support. 

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Let's face it, the mainstream news media is going to attempt to cover skateboarding all the way up to the 2020 Olympics and we're just going to have to deal with it. Pedro Barros is going to step down soon and we lost another L.A. legend over the weekend. 

Britt's GoFundMe

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Have to be honest in that this episode was a tough one to get through. Starting off with the good -- I'm finally back on the Thrasher magazine train as I finally received my first issue. X Games Minneapolis went down over the weekend and the world saw the first ever 1260. And finally, I address the latest downward spiral of Bam Margera that happened over the weekend. 

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This week I jump into the #TonyHawkWeek conversation/tribute. Tony Hawk is a living legend and is still crushing the Berrics at the ripe age of 51. He even learned a new trick thanks to Donovan Strain. That, and the SLS Los Angeles results are in store for this episode. Thanks for tuning in and leaving a review. 

Tony Hawk Battle Commander Video 

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Stay cool, peeps. It's hot out there. In this week's episode I breakdown Blake Norris' "Wicked Child" part, X Games' profile video for Chris Joslin in which his grandma rightfully steals the show, and one of my favorite skaters is now sponsorless. 

Chris Joslin: Being

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Welcome back to the show. The Vans Park Series in Montreal did not disappoint and team Brazil showed up strong as usual. Also, the 3rd Annual Dolores Hill Bomb went down in San Francisco and once again GoFundMe.com ending up taking first place. Be sure to hit subscribe if you are digging the show. 

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I had to get right to the point in this episode. No way to say it other than it turns out the Welcome team did not find Animal Chin. Tune in and find out who that mystery shadow was. I also talked about revisiting The Bones Brigade Video Show and gave a shout out to Alphonzo Rawls and #EveryBodySkates. 

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The annual Red Bull Roller Coaster event went down in Munich, Germany over the weekend. It was a blast to watch. Hear my thoughts on the results, in addition to, the Justin Bishop's 'Ditch Your Vision' and Welcome Skateboards' 'Seance' videos that dropped this past week as well. Also, huge shout out to the Welcome team for finding Animal Chin. 

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Welcome Skateboards 'Seance'
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In this week's episode I discuss the uptick of "near death tricks" as of late. Some are worthy attempts. Others have me scratching my head with sweaty palms. Rayssa Leal stopped by the Berrics for a Bangin' session that did not disappoint and I talk about the Vans Park Series results that went down over the weekend in Brazil. 

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Thanks for stopping by. In this week's episode I discuss Gage Boyle's awesome "Welcome to Spitfire" part and the Dew Tour Long Beach results. Needless to say, there was some pretty damn good skating going down this past week. 

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​This week's episode is inspired by an old clip that my brother recently sent me. I break down some of my regrets from over the years and also point out how I was rocking Nyjah shorts way before he was born. So in a sense, I'm a skate fashion trailblazer. If you are liking what you're hearing be sure to hit subscribe. I know you won't regret it. 

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Thanks for stopping by. This week I discuss Nike's first all-women skate video, Gizmo, which is groundbreaking in itself, but there seems to be another trend on the rise. X Games Shanghai didn't disappoint and a Seattle based rider needs your thoughts and/or prayers. 

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Aiden Schellings' Go Fund Me

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Welcome back. In this episode I discuss the Daewon Song Documentary and the fact that we actually have something in common. Oh yeah, we could almost be at a BFF status. Also, Street League London results and a shout out to Aaron "Jaws" Homoki for being a cool dude to my wife. 

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This was a tough one to get through on many levels. Between the loss of Ben Raemers, remembering Mike Ternasky, and having 'Careless Whisper' stuck in my head for the past few days, my podcasting skills were put to the test this week. Also, find out which tracks I chose for a highly unlikely remix edit of the April Launch Video. Love you, guys. 

​National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

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Thanks for tuning in. It's been a full decade since we lost the late, great Tim "Beans" Brauch. He was a San Jose ripper who was probably one of the most humble and rad dudes I ever met. I discuss some of my interactions with him over the years, the Vans Combi Pool results, and break down the 8 minute and 26 seconds My War: Clive Dixon clip, but you'll be surprised who I thought stole the show in that video. 
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This week I break down the X Games Real Street competition, #NationalDoAKickflipDay, share an awesome new female rider I have on my radar, and divulge my concern about my favorite skater of all-time having a Boosted board in his possession. 

P.S. Noticed when editing that I seemed to have left out Corey Glick. I did have him in my notes, but must have had a brain fart. His trick @ :30 is what's up. 

Thanks for listening and be sure to tell a stranger about the show!

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Once again the skateboarding industry took a huge loss in the passing of Pablo Ramirez. He was a rare rider who gave it all, every time. 100% skateboarder to the core. Rest easy, P-Spliff. Andy Roy has an awesome podcast and I have a crazy thought about a potential skateboarding draft down the road. Yeah, I went there. Be sure to hit subscribe and be sure to leave a review if you're digging what's in your ears.

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That's right, I said it. Shane O'Neill is bad for skateboarding. I break down why and how if nothing changes in the near future it will be extremely detrimental to the sport. Max Geronzi had me wanting to bust out with a Puma windbreaker and shout out to Josh Hanson (@joshhanson1) for his courage during a very difficult time in his life. 

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​Today I talk about my love for legendary skate photographer, Grant Brittain's, work and how I will own at least 2 (or 9) of his pieces one day. Toss in some comments on pump ramps and my desire to have a mini ramp in my backyard again and you have the perfect combination for episode 08. Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or Podbean.
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​I finally get around to talking about the huge loss skateboarding took in the passing of Jake Phelps. R.I.P. He was 100% skateboarder 24/7/365. I then do a quick recap of the Tommy Sandoval 'Nine Club Episode', discuss how Bucky Lasek is now a goofy footed rider and how I'd love to be one of Lincoln Ueda's shoes for just a day. 

​Welcome back. In this episode I talk about how insane skateboarding has gotten. With the amount of NDB and crazy tricks that have gone down as of late I question whether or not the sport has peaked in regards to its limits. We are living in the "Video Game Era" of skating in 2019. Then Bam Part 2. Boo Johnson had a plate date with L.A. and more. Follow @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. New Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon @myrobotsuit.

​In this episode I formally apologized to Jonah Hill. I also channeled my inner Siskel & Ebert (Google it, kids) and broke down a couple skateboarding movies. Gave a huge shout out to the fine folks at The Nine Club -- "The best thing to happen to skateboarding in a long, long time." and more. Visit www.nomongo.com for more info! 

​On this episode I ended up talking about two different people named Dan. Dan Mancina who is an awesome skater who can keep up with all the latest tricks. Oh, and by the way he's 95% blind. A true inspiration. I then shift to a very unfortunate incident that occurred late 2018, but the ramifications of the event were life-changing. Dan Jansen is a security guard in San Francisco and was attacked by a pro skater who happened to use his board as a weapon.

​That's right, you read that right. Tony Hawk is going to broadway. Will it be the next Hamilton? Congrats to Louie Lopez on getting your own billboard. 2018 Trick of the Year congrats to Milton Martinez and more. Follow me @rickbata on Twitter and Instagram. 

​My follow up episode has me covering the latest Tech Deck model that is a game changer. And, even you can become a professional fingerboarder...or at least try and get some flow! Bam Margera is having some rough times and we are all just living in Nyjah's world. Thanks for stopping by. 

​In this first episode I do a quick intro on my background and passion for this crazy sport we call skateboarding. Then I waste no time going right into a couple of polarizing topics such as skateboarding in the Olympics and also whether or not street skaters should (or ever will) rock helmets -- inspired by Jamie Foy's near death experience. Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to interacting with you. ​