The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast

On this episode of The Bigspin, we sit down with Ricardo, the owner and founder of fingerboard brand Bullgod, all the way from Portugal. What started as a love for skateboarding and skate culture at a young age eventually turned into a mission to make fingerboarding more accessible for everyone. Ricardo opens up about growing up in Portugal, discovering fingerboarding, and realizing early on that...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, we sit down with legendary pro fingerboarder Chris Daniels for a deep dive into nearly 20 years of fingerboarding history. From his early obsession with skateboarding and discovering fingerboarding in its infancy, to becoming one of the most respected names in the scene, Chris shares stories and insight that only someone who truly lived through every era can...

On this episode of The Bigspin, we sit down with longtime fingerboard YouTuber Sid, also known as Vicious274, to talk about his journey through almost two decades of fingerboarding content creation! From uploading his very first videos over 16 years ago to building one of the most recognizable channels in fingerboarding with over 20,000 subscribers, Sid shares what it’s been like watching the scen...

On today’s episode of The Bigspin Podcast I welcome back Nash, owner and founder of Sorry For Fingerboarding and part owner of Index Fingerboard Shop in Chicago. This is Nash’s second time on the podcast, and this episode serves as a catch-up on everything that’s changed since part one. If you want the full history of Sorry For Fingerboarding and a deep dive into Nash’s journey and everything he’s...

On today’s episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with Chris Hulbert, owner of LC Boards. LC has helped make fingerboarding accessible to hundreds of people around the world by offering high-quality, low-cost setups that give people a real entry point into the hobby. Beyond complete setups, LC also offers higher-end ramps, wheels, and trucks while continuing to grow one of the biggest names in...

On today’s episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with someone who has completely taken the internet by storm with her viral fingerboard clips.. Ms. Mimi aka Flippin' Granny.!  In this episode, we talk about the highs and lows of suddenly going viral, her newfound fingerboard fame, and her thoughts on the Southern California fingerboard scene. We also find out what her family thinks about...

In this episode of The Bigspin Podcast , I sit down with Jason Maki.. the mastermind behind CreteDoctor, a concrete obstacle brand straight out of the Pacific Northwest! We dive deep into his early love for skateboarding, discovering fingerboarding, and the relentless creative journey that pushed him to keep building, experimenting, and creating over the years. From making fingerboard decks, runni...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with Mikey Huff, the owner of Hardly Golden Goods Headquarters, Austin Texas’ newest fingerboard storefront and community space. Mikey is a lifelong entrepreneur, skateboarder, and fingerboarder who’s spent years building businesses, running e-commerce stores, and creating from the ground up. After noticing a gap in the local fingerboard scene, he...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with fingerboarding legend Mike Schneider at his home in Andover, Massachusetts.. the same spot where the very first Rendezvous took place! If you know, you know! Over the course of nearly four hours, we talked about Mike’s legacy in fingerboarding, founding one of the most influential and longest running brands in the scene, FlatFace, and his new...

On this episode of the Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with Kyle from URETH, a Phoenix, Arizona based brand specializing in recycled fingerboard wheels made from real skateboard wheels. Kyle breaks down his journey into fingerboarding, how he got started experimenting with recycled materials, and the process that eventually became URETH. We dive deep into the Arizona fingerboard scene and the ene...

In this episode of The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast , we welcome back Mannyg FB, owner of Dungeon Crawl Fingerboards, for a long-awaited part two episode! **If you want the full backstory on how Manny got started and built Dungeon Crawl from the ground up, be sure to check out his first episode.** This time around, we catch up on everything that’s happened over the past year, from the growth of the...

On this episode of The Bigspin , I sit down with Matt Ripple , the owner and founder of Pipsqueak Fingerboard Wheels , based out of Michigan . In a short amount of time, Matt has built Pipsqueak into one of the most talked-about wheel brands in fingerboarding. Known for delivering high-quality performance wheels at an affordable price, he’s found that rare balance between accessibility and craftsm...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with rising fingerboard content creator Graham Scott , better known online as Hunk FB. In a short amount of time, Hunk has built a serious following through detailed fingerboard trick tutorials and relatable, honest content that’s helping a new wave of riders level up! We talk about what it’s really like coming into the scene as a “new guy,” build...

In this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with FB Kingston and his dad Jimmy.. the father-and-son duo behind Pop Up Parks out of New York City ! What started just about a year ago as local fingerboard meet-ups in NYC has quickly grown into something way bigger. Pop Up Parks has already expanded to hosting events in California, building real momentum coast to coast. In a short time, they’ve earned...

In this episode of The Bigspin , I sit down with Dan, founder and owner of The Ritual, a concrete fingerboard obstacle brand based out of Maine. Dan is a lifelong skater whose early days skating the streets helped shape his raw, functional approach to design. He’s been fingerboarding since he was six years old, and while he may be newer to the concrete obstacle scene, his work is already standing...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast , I sit down with Adrian, founder of RYSE Fingerboards out of London, Ontario, Canada. Adrian has only been building RYSE for a little over a year, but in that short time he’s already landed major collaborations, built an insane team, and started scaling the brand fast. A lot of that momentum comes from his background as a highly decorated amateur skateboarde...

In this episode, I sit down with someone who’s played a massive role in growing the online fingerboard community over the last few years.. Annie, better known as @Annieyanfb.mov From her iconic YouTube unboxings to countless fingerboard edits, Annie helped shape an entire era of online fingerboarding. We talk about her sudden departure from the community a few years back, what brought her back to...

On this episode of The Bigspin , I sit down with Wayne, an up-and-coming fingerboard content creator out of Utah who’s been making serious noise in the scene in just a year and a half! On the bigspin we don’t only highlight the brands and creators who paved the way.. we also make space for new voices and fresh perspectives, and Wayne is a perfect example of that! He’s known for consistently puttin...

In this episode, I sit down with Jared, the owner of Sponsor Me Tape and Decatur Decks , both fingerboard brands he’s been running for over a decade. We dig into his early skateboarding days and how those influences shaped his approach to fingerboarding and brand building. Jared shares stories from his deep history in the fingerboard scene, the highs and lows of running a company long term, and wh...

On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast , we kick off 2026 with a deep dive into ABC Parks, the Michigan-based fingerboard park brand run and founded by lifelong fingerboarder and DIY builder Adrian Herrera. We talk about the early days of starting a brand, Adrian’s lifelong love for creating, and the process behind building some of the most dynamic and creative fingerboard parks in the community t...

On this episode, I sit down with Ish, the founder of G Sheets and a true pioneer in the Fingerboard world. Known for his iconic yellow-backed grip tape with a border*, Ish has been shaping the community for nearly a decade and is currently based out of New Mexico. We dive into the history of G Sheets, the challenges and triumphs of launching a brand in a crowded niche market, and the future of his...

I sat down for a quick mini-pod with Mike Schneider to talk about one of the biggest topics in fingerboarding right now.. gatekeeping.. Is it helping the scene, or is it hurting it? Mike’s been in the community longer than almost anyone, and with FlatFace, plus now bringing Blistered Fingerboard Wheels and Duck Decks under his wing, he’s seen every era of fingerboarding. So he was the perfect pers...

In this episode, I sit down with pro fingerboarder Jet-li, the founder of the quickly rising streetwear fingerboard brand Dope Game. Even though Dope Game dropped just a couple months ago, it’s already making serious noise in the fingerboard world with it's raw DIY aesthetic and fresh approach to style. We talk about Jet-li’s fast rise in the fingerboard TikTok live community, the inspiration...

This episode of the Bigspin features a familiar face within the Fingerboard.. Clayton McCarthy! (aka SLUSHGOD) owner of a new brand Dial *69, and the founder of Slushcult. We talk about what it’s like building a brand from the ground up when you already have a massively established one, and trying to grow something new without leaning on past success. Clayton shares the unique challenges of starti...

This episode I sit down with Erick Wilson better known online as ROC Fingerboards.. a New York / Rochester creator who has grown his platform massively over the last couple years and stacked real sponsorships along the way. We talk about his Fingerboard journey, the current landscape of making content in this niche, and the identity struggle every creator faces: are you an “influencer who fingerbo...