Munch Gang

Nick Manacop is the founder of dnssvm, a clothing brand that promotes positive vibes . Nick explains the conception of his clothing brand and why he chose to embark the journey of positivity.

Chloe and Kaye Saelee, the two sisters of Nikki Cheng, joins us to bring awareness on the matter of their older sister missing. Nikki has disappeared without a trace and all they want is to find answers. According to the two sisters, Nikki would never leave without saying goodbye. Some believe her husband Tyler Mccain has something to do with her missing.

Bruce Bussard is the founder and owner of the long running local shop called the "Darkside". We discuss the history of Darkside, the city complaining against the mural in the forefront of the shop, and Salvia trips.

Ray and Tony tell gnarly stories about the memories they had before they became sober. Ray crashes two weddings, Tony does impressions, and Rays Boardshop drop e new item coming to the shop.

Sou Saephan joins the MunchGang again for round 2. We discuss topics such as Disc Golf, Dragon Ball Z, and Cancer.

John Castillo is the former Concrete Lodge Skateshop Owner and now runs Lightning phone repair. We discuss what decisions led him to opening up the skate shop in Redding and how he introduced himself to the community. Koui talks about getting sea sick while tubing and Frankie becomes the Bug whisperer.

Vinnie from New York doesn't know what tripe is. Vinnie describes his experience the day of 9/11 and whether or not New York people believe in the conspiracies.

Drake Smith, long time friend, joins us to freestyle/beatbox, discuss the connection we had with Marv Ellis (Daniel Baker), and how Drake was bullied for the color of his skin growing up.

Tyler Baugh, aka Chevy or T-Fakes, joins the QUIT SQUAD all the way from Eugene, Oregon to catch up and reminisce on the good ol days. From Koui ditching T-Fakes to skate with the homies, to climbing roofs, and getting pulled over from an angry cop in Oregon.

The artist behind "Flows By the River", a local concert that provides a space for other artists to perform, explains what gave him the drive to continue pursuing music even through its ups and downs.

Lucas Garcia, a member from the DownAgain band, joins the MunchGang to discuss the origins of the band and how the creative process works in the making of a song. We also discuss skateboarding and who is the better skater in the band. Don't forget to check out @DownAgain and their music!

Augie Dupre and Capital Jay host another local podcast in Redding, CA called the Broccolipod. They interview artists and musicians from the community and surrounding communities on their podcast.

Barno has 10 self published books, multiple Guiness World Records, an announcer in the Ns3 skate competitions, and has skated in 16 different countries.

Frankie and Koui discuss the making of the Cedarcrest video, reminisce on the good ol days, and try some of the Sap sauces from the Ma Der Ma Der Sap House.

Eddie Yamplosky is a local artist in Redding, CA. Eddie discusses the origin of his passion for composing music. Despite his unforeseen circumstances, he still strives to carry on the love he has to making music.

Tyler Yarnell is a Redding local legend. Tyler discusses what it was like growing up skateboarding during his era and what it was like going through his most recent injury.

(Our version of Protect our parks) Jake, cres, vicente and koui join us to try the infamous iceberg drink, two types of dragon fruit, and vicente (La Michoacana) provides us with a handful of paletas!

Matt Hanson, a local skater and photographer, joins the Gang to discuss how he got photos in thrasher magazine, the saturation of skateboarding, and how the internet effects our minds.

Owner of La Michoacana Plus Redding, Christian Ponce, Jordy and Vicente join us to talk about the origin of the store and also what new plans are to come in the near future. Jordy and Vicente try the Paqui One Chip

Brian Harris, one of the most important figures in the local skate community, joins us to discuss the origin of the local skate competitions, the creation of SKATE MVMNT, and also the process of how the expansion of Caldwell Park came to.

Kiowa Walworth, long time friend, joins this episode and takes on the x2 spicy ramen. Kiowa discusses carrying dead bodies at work, dungeons and dragons, and funny moments they shared growing up.

Redding Local legend, and also new found owner of Concrete Lodge Skate shop, joins us to discuss his famous gold tooth mural that was painted onto the old Johnny Rads building. We discuss future plans for the shop and his upbringing into skateboarding itself.

Mike, Lai, Michelle, and Frankie discuss the origin of MunchGang. Frankie dresses up as Santa Clause, gift exchange, and Lai makes papaya salad for everyone.

Souskiiii, aka Sou Saephan, reflects on some of his most iconic moments in his life. Starting from finding a surfacing sturgeon choking on a catfish, to getting stabbed by a random guy at the bar and barely making it to the birth of his first born son.

Robby, owner of SUPERB SKATESHOP, and Frankie discuss the journey from his first board company to now owning his own shop in downtown Redding, CA. Robby tries his first Bahn MI sandwich and Binh Binh rice cracker.