WCRP on Skateboarding

For those who don't know. New Jersey's own, skateboarding LEGEND- Chris "Dune" Pastras has one of the most illustrious careers to date. From being right there with Rodney Smith & Shut Skates in its infancy. Being of the first riders on the infamous World Industries, to eventually starting his own brand with Jason Lee. This gentleman has done it all, and most importantly- done it with style & grace...

In the early-mid 90's, skateboarding was going thru some serious changes. Some, followed. Some, stood out. One of the few that did stand-out, was San Diego's own- skateboarding LEGEND- Kanten Russell. Being one of the handful of Pros, that was pushing it to another level. You'd have to either be a fool, or a hater to not notice. When others stayed slow & low, Kanten stayed in his own lane going bi...

I’d like to start by thanking everyone for their patience with this episode. Life happens, and family always comes first. But, we’re back on-air & stronger than ever with Part 2 of skateboarding & music LEGEND- Chuck Treece. Tune is, as Chuck takes us down memory lane with tales of him & skateboarding LEGEND- Tom Groholski in the early 80s. His first sponsor, Madrid Skateboards. Linking up with th...

Good morning, ladies & gentlemen. Lets get right down to business, with none other than Philadelphia's finest. Skateboarding LEGEND- Chuck Treece. Most know Chuck, as the first Black skateboarder to grace the cover of Thrasher Magazine back in 1984. Most know him for supplying the anthem to our youth, with McRad "Weakness". A man of many talents, and a pioneer on & off the skateboard. This...

This, is the one you folks waited for. On today's episode, skateboarding LEGEND- Rick "Spidey" DeMontrond takes us into the world of 70's & 80's skateboarding. "The Great Skateboard Swindle" & the not-so pretty side of the business. Join us, for a wild ride filled with laughs & some skateboarding history that will blow your mind. Tune in, as Spidey talks the extinction of skateparks in the early 8...

Up until this interview, I’d known little about skateboarding LEGEND- Rick “Spidey” DeMontrond. Like many, i knew he rode for Santa Cruz Skateboards in the 80’s. Had one of the most iconic ads & skateboard graphics. But, what else? Having limited access to magazines & videos- that’s all any of us truly knew. Until today. Tune in to Part 1, as Spidey takes us back to his first skateboarding experie...

What better way to march into 2023. Than with a bonus, 23 minute episode of skateboarding LEGEND- SLB23? Tune in, as Sal talks about his chance encounter at Scooter’s Ramp, that led to his spot on H-Street. Discusses filming for the “Hokus Pokus” video. Touring with Matt Hensley & Ron Allen. Shares an incredible story, of almost riding for SMA via skateboarding LEGEND- Jason Lee. We talk Dave Andr...

If you grew up during skateboardings Golden Era(89-93). It was without a shadow of a doubt, that skateboarding LEGEND- Sal Barbier, was the Micheal Jordan of said Era. Craziest part about it: he hadn’t even been riding a skateboard for a full 5 years, before he’d taken the world by storm. Tune in to Part 2 of our conversation, as Sal takes us back to his early days of skating backyard vert ramps i...

Merry Christmas, everyone!! On today’s special episode, we have a surprise for skateboarding LEGEND- Sal Barbier. The entire Aesthetics Team. Plus, Sal’s childhood friend, skateboarding LEGEND- Charlie Thomas will all make guest appearances!! For the culture, of course! Tune in, as Sal takes us back to his early BMX days in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We discuss growing up skating in the South. Shares...

Lessons. Laughs. Boneite. Some of these moments shared with skateboarding LEGEND- Ray Barbee, are what any 80s kid dreams of. This finale, seriously delivers. Tune in, as the G.O.A.T. talks his legendary Powell-Peralta graphic by Sean Cliver. Stacy Peralta’s vision for the street skating. He opens up about his gratefulness, for being apart of skateboarding. Shares the story of George Powell asking...

This is the interview, you’ve all patiently waited for. Everything from the no-comply origins, to meeting Tony Alva. His short stint with G&S. The demo with Chet Thomas & Steve Saiz, that eventually led to Tommy Guerrero making that call to Stacy Peralta. It’s all here, folks. Tune in, as skateboarding LEGEND- Ray Barbee takes us back to his early days of street skating. Sponsorships, and life as...

Ladies & gentlemen. Its with great HONOR, to share with you all this EXCLUSIVE story of skateboarding LEGEND- Ray Barbee. Tune in to Part 1 of our conversation. As, Ray takes us into his early years growing up in San Jose, California. He breaks down how MTV, played a huge role into introducing him to both the Rock & Roll and skateboard culture. We talk the socioeconomics & availability of skateboa...

We’re ending Season 3, with none other than “The Kid” himself. Skateboarding LEGEND- Jason Adams. Tune in, as we talk the beginning of Think Skateboards. Mike Carroll & Henry Sanchez early 90s EMB battles, that changed the face of modern-day skateboarding. We talk the greatness of skateboarding LEGEND- Salman Agah. The difference between talent & passion. The influence of the GOAT- Tom Knox. Jamie...

Good morning, folks!! Let’s jump right into Part 2 of my conversation, with skateboarding LEGEND- Jason Adams. Tune in, as The Kid talks his early days skating San Jose. The real hustle & grind of finding new skate spots. We discuss the importance of a “Masters Division” Street Contest. We talk the people’s champ- Kris Markovich. Skateboarding LEGEND- Lance Mountain. And, Jason truly opens up abou...

Today’s episode with San Jose skateboarding LEGEND-Jason Adams, is one for the books. My man has been Pro, for 3 decades strong. One of the most respected skaters in the game. And, I’m honored he’s here to share his story with the mighty, mighty @wcrponskateboarding. Tune in, as Jason opens up about his newfound journey through sobriety. Growing up with skateboarding LEGEND- @SalmanAgah. We talk e...

On today’s episode, skateboarding LEGEND- Jerry Fowler, and I discuss the elephant in the room: how much pro skaters really made in the 90s. Actually, there’s a whole bunch of gems on here!! Tune in, as we discuss Jerry quitting Toy Machine. The business of being a pro skater. Rhythm Skateboards, the early CONS team, financial perks of touring. The last days of DNA Skateboards. Felix Arguelles, Ro...

Good morning, folks!! On today’s episode, we’re gonna take a ride back to Orange County in the 90’s. With none other, than skateboarding LEGEND- Jerry Fowler. Tune in, as we talk growing up skating Southern California. Meeting Ed Templeton, and the beginning of TV Skateboards. We discuss the importance of LEGENDARY skateboard photographer- Chris Ortiz. The infamous 55 Curbs of Orange County, Lance...

Tune in, as we discuss the real story behind turning himself Pro. To having the #1-selling board on Powell- Peralta. The genius, of Stacey Peralta. Politics behind judging & skateboard contests. A bizarre Duane Peters story. And, just about everything 80s skateboarding I could fit into a 15minute podcast.. For the culture, of course!- Clyde Singleton

fun-fact: Steve Steadham was the first brand new skateboard, I actually bought with my own money. It was the white joint, with the tribal face paint.. Bought it at Board City, and even had that thang on layaway.. My man Andre had the Steadham shirt, too? You couldn’t tell us nothin.. So, you already know. The mighty, mighty WCRP On Skateboarding is not complete. Without a interview from skateboard...

I can’t think of a better photo, that encapsulates both skateboarding & friendship.. look at these dudes, battling for that Airwalk. this, is what it’s all about. These kinds of photos, put you in a definitive place & time. Honestly, you just had to be there. Skateboarding LEGEND- Charlie Thomas, was there. And, today he’s gonna take us on a trip down memory lane here at the mighty, mighty WCRP on...

Good morning, folks!! It’s absolutely impossible, to discuss the history of skateboarding. And, the state of Louisiana. Without mention, of skateboarding LEGEND- Charlie Thomas. His rise from the South, is one for the books. And, he’s here to share his story with the mighty, mighty WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in, as we talk his early origins riding for Epicc Skateboards. And, working for Mrs. Donn...

Good morning, ladies & gentlemen. On this bonus episode, with skateboarding LEGEND- John “The Man” Reeves. We discuss what happened with LIFE Skateboards. The origins of Invisible Skateboards. The politics of Thrasher & Transworld back in the day. The importance of San Diego. Peter Smolik, Kellen James & all things skateboarding.. For the CULTURE, of course!! Tune in!- Clyde Singleton

Good morning, ladies & gentlemen! On this 2nd installment, we get right down to business with skateboarding LEGEND- JTMR. We discuss his early beginnings at Toxic Skateboards. Watching the “Shackle Me Not” video after school, to him & Kien Lieu ultimately riding for H-Street years later. He discusses his friendship with skateboarding LEGEND- Mark Gonzales. Turning Pro, for LIFE Skateboards. We tal...

On today’s special edition of RAW… It’s absolutely impossible, to speak on San Diego, CA & the history of skateboarding. Without mentioning skateboarding LEGEND- John “The Man” Reeves. “Hokus Pokus”, “This Is Not The New H-Street video”. “Soldiers Story”. “Vanishing Point”.. lets make one thing perfectly clear: this gentleman was putting down classics, while most of you were in Pampers. And, today...

Before we go any further.. We really gonna act like, skateboarding LEGEND- Lance Conklin. Didn’t have you weirdos out here rocking Ghetto Wear & Chukkas? Like he didn’t have all y’all doing them 2-wheel slides? I got time today!! Lance Is one of the GOATs.. and, it’s high-time y’all put some respeck on that mans name.. On today’s episode, we take a deep-dive into everything from Stacy Peralta call...