Your Ink Story

On this episode of Your Ink Story we’re chatting with award-winning storyteller and host of the popular Full Spirals podcast, Stacy Parish, who passionately uses her voice as a vehicle for change and promoting the arts as tools for healing. Through her beautiful INKspirational tattoos, Stacy takes us on a journey through self-discovery, recovery, and the celebration of second chances. Her popular...

With an affinity for Norse mythology and Egyptian culture, guest Chris Shaddock’s tattoos beautifully weave together his stories of recovery and resilience. From his first tattoo to more intricate designs representing his journey of 8-years’ service with the US Army, sobriety, a love for music, his battle with stage 4 prostate cancer, and a treble clef guitar inked while visiting Italy, each tatto...

Welcome back to Your Ink Story! I had the pleasure of chatting with the talented artist, Jess Brett, a senior designer at Selman NYC , and the artistic mind behind the Your Ink Story podcast logo! In this episode we dive deep into Jess's tattoo journey, unveiling the design stories and inspirations behind her captivating body art. From finding the perfect tattoo artist to the symbolism and he...

Welcome back to Your Ink Story podcast! Joining us is Rob Galvin, a Marine construction pro with an incredible collection of meaningful tattoos. Throughout this episode, Rob delves into the personal significance behind each piece of body art, from his Dad taking him to get his first tattoo, to the art representing his deep love for his family, and the significant reminders to cherish every moment...

Welcome to the first episode of the Your Ink Story Podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of tattoos and the stories behind them. For over a decade I’ve followed the brilliant social media strategy advice from our first guest, Madalyn Sklar, a social media maven and tattoo enthusiast who began her ink journey at the age of 17. We all know how social media can shape our impressions...

This is Your Ink Story, a podcast sharing the inspirational stories behind the body art folks wear. I'm your host Ande Lyons, and every week I'll bring you fascinating and moving stories from guests' tattoo journeys.  I don't have a tattoo, but for decades I've asked folks with body art, please tell me your ink story. And their eyes would light up as they shared the storie...