The Sk8LikeYou Podcast

Grant Hendrix is one of the youngest but also one of the most recognizable faces on the shuffle event scene today. When it comes to widely-attended shuffle events, he might be the youngest ever to have an event hosted in his honor. As a regular at Skate Country Buford, Grant has had major exposure based on the highly viewed influencers that also call the same rink home.  As a feature in numerous v...

Dalton White aka Foot Loose Moose, originally from the Gainesville, Florida area now resides in Ohio.  As a regular skater of the one of the most beloved rinks in the U.S. Castle Skate Land, Dalton is also a staple of the annual Fly’n Over the Castle Walls Event. Dalton is known for an individual skate style & it is truly unique. Check out my conversation with Dalton as tells me about skating...

Gary Ballesteros is an OG Florida skater who now resides in Michigan.  If you know Gary, you know when it comes to his skates, he takes major pride in quality & style.  Catch him at any event & invariably you’ll see skaters from everywhere checking out his multiple forward mount setups.   Beyond his own skates, Gary contributes to the skate world as a regular attendee & supporter of ev...

We’re kicking off Season 4 of the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast with a bang! Meet Aaron Bardwell, an elite speed skater and national champion out of Wisconsin. Not only is Aaron dominating the track in his division, but he’s also one of the most versatile skaters on the floor—rhythm, jam, shuffle—you name it, he does it, and he does it well. What makes Aaron even more special is the contrast between his calm...

It's our 50th Episode & this week on the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast, we sit down with Brian Keltz — a lifelong skater who’s been rolling for over 40 years. Brian got his start skating across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin but now has the privilege of skating all of the U.S. as an attendee of numerous Skate Events. After beating stage 2 cancer, Brian stepped back into the rink with a whole new outloo...

On this episode of the Sk8LikeYou Podcast I am sitting down with Ray Stitt aka BgDaddyRay & Ed Emmett aka OG Smooth of the OG Skate Crew. We are talking about the origins of the Philly-based skate crew & the impact that it’s had on not only skaters of the Philadelphia area, but also skaters outside of Pennsylvania. Ray & Ed are live at the Philly Skate Plex as we talked about the histo...

This is the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast – USA Shuffle Event Wrap-Up, Road Vlog Edition! Recorded on the road home from an unforgettable weekend, this episode is all about reflecting on the USA Shuffle Event while the wheels are still turning—literally. From dodging a tornado to nonstop laughs with the 850 crew, reconnecting with old friends, and meeting incredible skaters from all over, this event was one...

Herbie Lawley is a Florida native that has been skating for over 50 years & it is more than evident that his enthusiasm for the culture continues to grow.  Herbie is also known as “Bad Grand-dad” on social media & among skatefam.  He is one of the founding members of the 850 Skate Crew & takes pride in surrounding himself with other crew members that make “passing it on” a priority.  W...

Justin Frye is one of the fastest-rising skaters on social media right now. Justin does his thing with a signature style that is rooted in the unmistakable Maine flavor. Whether it's Happy Wheels in, Westbrook or Roller Drome in Auburn, Justin is passing it on.  Can’t wait to talk skating in the place that started it for me!

Chris & Kari are the owners of Skate Reflections in Kissimmee, FL. In the few years they have owned this rink they have not only made it their own, they have made it a national destination spot for skaters from all over. Whether it’s the events they host, their dedication to their community or their efforts to make it a place of positivity, they are certainly making a difference. Join me as I...

The Sk8LikeYou Podcast is debuting a new segment called Wood Tax - The Rink Chronicles with this Bonus Episode. Check out this first segment with my very own crazy rink story. I want to hear from you about your craziest rink story.

DJ Mayhem is one of the most sought-after roller skate DJs in the game, bringing his South Florida vibe to rinks and events across the country. From the East Coast to the West Coast, he’s known for his ability to rock any rink, any time, no matter the style or region. Best known for the legendary  USA Shuffle  event in Atlanta, Georgia, Mayhem is a staple in the skate community, DJing all over Flo...

Finding Family on Eight Wheels with Billy Cowart In this episode of the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast, I sit down with Billy Cowart to talk about every aspect of skating—speed skating, shuffle skating, events, and the deep connections within the skate community. Billy shares his journey of returning to skating, how it led him to a truly loving skate family, and the impact that support has had on his life. We...

The SK8LIKEYOU Podcast - Season 3 Premiere! We’re kicking off Season 3 with a special on-location episode at Neville Roller Drome, a legendary rink that has been rolling strong for 75 years! Our guest is none other than Jim Park, the rink’s owner, who grew up skating there as a kid and now keeps the tradition alive. Jim shares the incredible history of Neville Roller Drome, how it’s evolved over t...

Jamie M. aka DJ JAMZ is one of the most sought-after Skate DJ’s in the event scene.  Residing in Florida, his music roots are based in the freestyle genre that is synonymous with his home state & not to mention the Roller Skate scene too.  Like many Skate DJ’s, JAMZ was a skater first but it was the DJ Booth that he eventually preferred over the rink floor.  Through years of work he has honed...

Rob Maxwell is a native of Maine and skater who grew up rolling primarily at one of the many Happy Wheels locations.  I recently met Rob back in November 2024 while skating numerous rinks in New England.  During my visit I had the chance to skate with Rob twice.  First at Happy Wheels in Westrbrook, ME and then again the following night at Rollodrome in Auburn.  It was at Rollodrome where I really...

Connor English is a skater & DJ whose skating ability far exceeds the norm based on the actual number of years he’s been rolling.  Connor currently DJ’s at Skateaway Whitehall as well as other events in the Tri-State Area.  As a regular skater at Roller Jam USA before closing, he makes it no secret where much of his influence as a DJ comes from.  In addition to his love for skating, his love f...

Part 3 of this BONUS Episode of the Sk8LikeYou Podcast featuring some of the funniest moments of 2024.  These are just some of my favorite moments with awesome guests like Michelle Garmon, Brandon Nix, Nathan Edwards, JD Doptis, Liz Brown, @rollerkingonce & more!  This is the final compilation of 2024 so enjoy!

Part 2 of this BONUS Episode of the Sk8LikeYou Podcast featuring some of the funniest moments of 2024.  These are just some of my favorite moments with awesome guests like Jen Rankin of the  @rollerrinkratsquadsquad1662 , Lacey Skates,  @rollerkingonce , Rob McGarigle, Nathan Edwards, Lady Tee & Kojak Anderson, Ben Seawell &  more! I can’t believe how much fun it’s been so far & we are...

Check out Part 1 of this BONUS Episode of the Sk8LikeYou Podcast featuring some of the funniest moments of 2024.  These are just some of my favorite moments with awesome guests like Danger Don Crosby, Dan Carlson, @sk8ers_r_us, Jen Rankin of the  @rollerrinkratsquadsquad1662  JD Doptis, Justin Ziegler & Dale Edwards of  @Sk8_ne   I can’t believe how much fun it’s been so far & we are just...

Laura Hunter is a Florida skater that has been in the game for most of her life.  She has experienced almost every aspect of skate culture & continuously reinvigorates her enthusiasm by trying new things in the skate world.  Laura’s love for skating was, and continues to be, shared by her family as you’ll find out in this latest episode.  Join me as I sit down with Laura Hunter & we discus...

Derek Fitzgerald is the owner & operator of Happy Wheels Skate Center in Westbrook, ME. Derek’s journey to become a rink owner is special to say the least. Happy Wheels was a staple of both Maine & New Hampshire for decades. Derek himself worked for the company for 25 years prior to owning his own rink. The last Happy Wheels location closed in 2019 & we actually recorded this episode e...

Brandon Nix is a lifelong skater from Alabama that is one of the most beloved people in the national skate event scene.  If you’re a regular listener of the podcast then you’ve heard me talk about him before.  With a talent that is only outmatched by his humility, he is very much the example of what sk8fam is all about.  The highlight of my first ever USA Shuffle event was skating with this guy. ...

This Bonus Episode is a collaborative effort between Skate Nerds instagram.com/skate_nrd⁠ & their Rink Rat Chat Series & Sk8LikeYou.  You can also follow Skate Nerds on Facebook facebook.com/nevillerollerdrome After attending the 2024 Steel City Shuffle Skate, Liz Brown contacted me about doing an interview for their Rink Rat Chat Series with herself & JD Doptis.  This would be a new s...

Daniel Carlson is a lifelong skater with a story much like many of us.  Dan found his passion for skating as a kid, skated for years, stepped away & found his way back.  Dan is a Colorado native & although he travels further than most for skate events, I don't think I've personally been to an event on the east coast without seeing him.  He is known as D-Vine to Sk8Fam & for good reason...