Nowhere Fast

A Conversation with Filmmaker, Annabeth Trondsen. Annabeth is a Filmmaker, a Photographer, and a semi-proud Albertan, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Stranger Than Paradise, the Calgary Cinematheque, LA versus NYC, the commercial side of filmmaking, festival participation, CANCER SZN, SRRY Cinema, ending everyday crying, summer 2016, delegating, pulling focus, Annabeth’s futur...

A Conversation with Writer & Snowboarder, Will Fraser. Will is a Snowboard Writer, a Snowboard Rider, and as you can tell by his conversation skills… a Therapist, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Does Will think of himself as a journalist, event writing, Philosophical Fridays, David Foster Wallace, Crapneto, the differences between writing about Snowboarding and actually Snowbo...

A Conversation with Raziq Rauf, of Running Sucks. Raz writes the Running Sucks Newsletter, he’s also a Marathoner, and a former Music-Journalist, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: curse words, writing frequency, Kerrang Magazine, signing up for a marathon to get out of a night of drinking, the commercialization of run clubs, fast-food Strava challenges, MothTech drama, being a B...

A Conversation with Author, Jamie Jelinski. Jamie just released a book called Scene of Crime, he’s the first return guest I’ve had on the Podcast, he’s also one of my oldest (and most accomplished) friends, among many other things. Scene of Crime provides an unprecedented viewpoint on subway graffiti through images and documents produced by the Toronto Transit Commission’s security personnel. This...

A Conversation with John and Zack, of Shining Life Press. John and Zack own and operate Shining Life Press, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Moshers Delight, logo fatigue , Cut the Tension Fanzine, ABC No Rio, Demystification, Kinko's, DC Hardcore, Dischord Records, shop at Joint Custody, the origins of Straight edge, Joeseph Doyle, Sami Reiss’ book, Floorpunch, Over-documentat...

A Conversation with Writer, Sami Reiss. Sami makes the Snake and Super Health Newsletters, he recently-ish released a book called SHEER DRIFT, and is also a contributing writer to so many legitimate publications that it would take too long to list them all… among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, growing up in Ottawa, Maximum Rocknroll, Bloodlet, Anthony Pa...

A Conversation with Austin Puckett, of Off the Rope. Austin is the man behind Off The Rope, he’s a Wrestling Historian, and a fellow Podcaster, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Dipset, Chuck English, scrubbing the internet, T-Mobile Sidekicks, 411 videos, Off the Rope, Stone Cold Steve Austin, his Mount Rushmore of Wrestlers, Monday Night RAW, WrestleMania 13, Hara Arena, Steph...

A Conversation with Photographers, Connor & Liam Dobbin. Connor and Liam are Twin Brothers, they just released a book together… they’re also both Photographers, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Eastern Exposure, Gus Van Sant, which one of them started taking photos first, the Cambridge Public Library, Dossier Journal, Petra Collins, Woodside Circle, Rent Eviction, the Black Pat...

A Conversation with Craig Mathis of Printed Matter, Inc.  Craig is the Bookstore and Distribution Manager at Printed Matter, Inc. a zine maker, and a Troll Dolls fan, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: mezzanines, every job at Printed Matter, C. S. Lewis, the NY Art Book Fair, Hamburger Eyes, Powerhouse Books, Jamel Shabazz, LL Cool J, his conservative parents letting him get dru...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, DAWG VTS. DAWG is a Graffiti Writer from California. In this episode we discuss: pottery, brand awareness, avoidant behaviour, stress management, the writer / surfer Venn diagram, antique markets, the DREAM TDK tribute, Juxtapose Magazine, placement and proportions, Paris Fashion Week, and JADE being ambidextrous. www.nowherefaststudio.com This is a public epis...

A Conversation with Meme Dealer, Arsenio Haul. Arsenio is a Vintage Seller, a Meme maker, and a Disc Golf fan, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Estate Sales, Mental Breakdowns, obvious cynicism, his Wife’s approval, Dave Attell, watching Disc Golf tournaments on Youtube, Niecy Nash, Instant Hotel, Franz Kafka, the Sopranos finale, not hoarding anymore, no honour amongst thieves...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, SANCHO DSF NR. SANCHO is a Graffiti Writer from Copenhagen, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Don Quixote, the S-Train, TOMCAT, Sky Train chase stories, Copenhagen Memorabilia, printed matter, cultural anchors, Cold Turkey, Cousin reveal, and MONGREL DSF. www.nowherefaststudio.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wi...

A Conversation with Photographer, Peter Sutherland. Peter is a Photographer, an Artist, and a Dad, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: postponing this interview because he got bit by a Black Widow Spider, Corey Haim in Lost Boys, Jane Mosely, if he likes explaining his work, did leaving New York impact his output, HBD Nima, Judas Priest, the WOMBAT phenomenon, Cadaver Dog, Larry C...

A Conversation with Tristan Henry, of Nations Skate Youth. Tristan is a Co-Founder of Nations Skate Youth, a Photographer, and a Skateboarder, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: growing up in Bowness, The Mission Minions, Skate Church, bringing back demos, Talking Circles, Lil Murph, photo issues, Jeff Thorburn, his approach to skate photography, old ZERO videos, and Terry’s Iglo...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, FARIO B*S VTS TTK. FARIO is a Graffiti Writer from Toronto, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: watching Borat with his mom, breaking too many shop decks, the Italian Connection, Kensington Market, Numb Clothing, The Bombshelter, Dirty Handz 3, freight hopping, FORTE, the last record he bought, and somehow actually having fun in Edmonton. www.n...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, CAMEO VTS NR. CAMEO is a Graffiti Writer from Western Canada, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: meeting ACROW, famous kickflips, Hubba Hideout, Danny Glover, Chill Spot®, being Ambidextrous, FWUH, DJ Kemo, tracking freights over the phone, his Aunt giving him an XS400, politeness, BOOST THIS ISSUE, and R.I.P. HEMI. www.nowherefaststudio.com T...

A Conversation with Tim, Chris, and Khyber, of The Time Travelers Film. Tim, Chris, and Khyber are making a documentary film about Climate Change called The Time Travelers, they have a production company called Slingshot Pictures, they also just lived on a boat for two months straight… In this episode we discuss: Andreas Gursky, Paleoclimate research, voluntarily spending two months at sea, giant...

A Conversation with Artist, Henry Hotrocc. Henry is a Tattooer, a Graffiti Writer, and a Lacoste fan, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: if saying ”across the pond” is cool, hitchhiking in Canada, crimes of moral perpetuate, the Vandal Squad’s outfits, return flights for 1£, the London Graffiti Crackdown of 2006, MJU IIs costing too much now, bike messenger injuries, Rye Lanez, R...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, KAPUT VTS. KAPUT is a Graffiti Writer from Western Canada, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: KAPUT’S earliest inspirations, his brother CAMEO, SC Crew, seeing the SABER LA River roller in person, Invasion Zine, looking for names in the dictionary, colour theory, rolling pins, White Dwarf Magazine, Cricket, Hockey Masks, his Mario Lemieux Rook...

A Conversation with Quadriplegic Survivor, Landon Smith. Landon is a survivor of a severe spinal cord injury after breaking his neck at a trampoline park, which left him a quadriplegic, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: pros of being Wheelchair User, how rare are accidents at Trampoline Parks?, Frequency Illusion, accessible restaurants, CLUBHAÜS Developments, Skinny Jeans, Univ...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, SAW NR LSD. SAW is a Graffiti Writer from Vancouver. In this episode we discuss: you can’t make big moves if you’re hiding under a rock, studying photos, SPER27, China Creek Bowls, trading packages, not all heroes wear kilts, his Cousin from Denmark, liquidation Rusto, PZES, Clout Magazine, 67 Ways, NR CREW lore, and freight hopping for 20 city blocks with KURE...

A Conversation with Zach Seely, of HARD PACK Magazine. Zach is the Editor and Founder of HARD PACK Magazine, a Skier, and a Creative Strategist, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: where the name HARD PACK comes from, the process of choosing cover photos, Big Ben, Sandwich Magazine, born to collaborate forced to delegate, Barbarian Days, Kali Malone, The Blizzard of Oz, and the wo...

A Conversation with Snowboarder, Finn Westbury. Finn is a Snowboarder, a Filmer, and a Triplet, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: the Oilers’ playoff run, Katie Ledecky, how to tell him and his twin brother apart, Riders on Board, Alberta work ethic, would our girlfriends say we’re good planners? not being a homeowner, snowboarder or filmer pick one, delete your apps, definitive...

A Conversation with Maggie Boelter, of Stone Signals. Maggie is the host of a show on 8 BALL RADIO called Stone Signals, a climber, and a zine maker, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: The condensed version of Maggie’s radio career , Terry, WCBN-FM, A Conference of Birds, Federal Communications Commission, night owl or morning person? Craig’s List Missed Connections, The Meat Pup...

A Conversation with Graffiti Writer, Joey Whiteley (MERZ). Joey is a Graffiti Writer from Cincinnati, among many other things. In this episode we discuss: Meeting writers at church, promoting your graffiti pre social media, Scribble Magazine, his older siblings’ influence, Afghan Whigs, first noticeable MS symptoms, do people who know they’re sick get sicker? Montel Williams, Omega-3, painting cle...