WCRP on Skateboarding

Tales of the early 90’s, are that of legend. New companies were forming, left & right. Skaters were switching sponsors at the drop of a hat. Yet, some remained solid throughout those years. John Montesi was one of those solid ones. Timeless video parts, graphics, tours.. My man has done it all. And, done it right. Tune in to Part 2, as our conversation continues about the early years of Florid...

When talking unsung heroes of early 1990’s skateboarding. You’d be hard-pressed not to hear the name John Montesi in the mix. New Deal Skateboards, is what any & everyone was talking about. The team was absolutely stacked, and John was hand-picked for their star-studded amateur squad. Joining the ranks of Andy Howell, Danny Saregent & company, was no easy task. But, thats what truly separates the...

“It’s an honor to me, that people bought my boards to ride them. Not, hang ‘em on the wall”- Skateboarding LEGEND, Bill Danforth Join us, as we contunue our discussion about everything from Stacy Peralta’s influence on the culture. We talk 5x-OG, Jay Adams. The real reason you dont see many vintage Alva boards. Bill opens up about the joy of watching his kid grow up skating. Also, his massive acid...

Bill Danforth, is skateboarding in its purest form. Never once cared about the newest fashion, flashy tricks, gimmicks, etc. Just 100%, raw skateboarding. Eye the terrain. Barge at will. Like a true skateboarding veteran, the American Nomad never once forgot where he came from. Why he does it, and why he still loves it. That, ladies & gentleman- IS the culture. Tune in, as the skateboarding LE...

Listening to Duane Pitre go back to the time & places, of some of the most historical moments in skateboarding- is simply, a blessing. I truly feel, we are not worthy of these gems. Yet, here we are. Live & direct, with an exciting Part 2 for the listeners. Tune in, as Duane & I continue our conversation about his swift transition from G&S, to starting Alien Workshop. How Larry Gor...

One of the true, unsung heroes of street skating. For those in tune with the culture, the name Duane Pitre rings bells like no other. The opening part in G&S “Footage”, that rocked the world. The NSA contests series. Timeless ads, and photos.. It goes without saying. Early 90s, you wouldnt have to look far to see the impact this LEGEND had on the game. Tune in, as Duane speaks exclusively to W...

My man Oscar Jordan, has got stories for days! I mean, how couldn‘t he? He grew up skating, with the best of the best. Hand-picked by Etnies at the infamous “Back to the City” Contest. Placed top 10, in said contest. Which was no easy feat. Say what you want, Juiceman is a LEGEND in these streets. Tune in, as Juice talks growing up skating with Kanten Russell. Meeting Kyong Kim. The early days of...

When I started WCRP, the goal was to have skateboardings unsung heroes heard. Love him, or hate him. One fact remains: Oscar Jordan, is a skateboarding LEGEND. And, his stories just as important as anyone else this deep in the game. With over 30 years going, and nowadays doing his thing independently(Juice Boards). San Diego’s own, Triple-OG Juice has joined us this week here on WCRP! Tune in, as...

“Skateboarding is, and always will be a young man’s game. 1st generation you had Bela Horvath, the youngest pro. And, had a skate brand. Bert Lamar, Lonny Hiromoto, Howard Hood, Steve Caballero, etc.. Were all little groms, that made a landmark for themselves. IMHO. Street skating has Billy.”- Don “Fish“ Fisher Tune in, as we continue our conversation about everything from his time down in Brazil....

Late 80’s, was dominated by street skating. East coast was starting to make some serious noise, and SHUT was the crew to beat. The team was stacked with nothing but the best skaters. Although, there was one skater everyone seemed to forget about over the years. See. Before there was a Chris Branaugh, Nyjah, Sheckler or any of them little dudes. There was Billy Waldman. And, he’s here today on WCRP...

If you‘re here for the exclusive story of the Alva team saving a mans life. Just moments, after the most iconic team photo was taken. Pull up a seat, as skateboarding LEGEND Stevie Dread takes us through actual-factual skateboarding history. On todays episode, we continue our discussion as Stevie talks Black skateboard hero’s of the 70’s. The importance of the great, C.R. Stecyk. 80s Midwest skate...

When Stevie Dread says, “I earned the board I’m riding”. There’s not one lie detected. From steel wheels, to OG Alva Am. To having one of the most sought after Nike SB’s to date. The highly-decorated, Chi-town LEGEND Is here to share his story with WCRP. On todays episode, Stevie talks growing up skating rural Michigan in the late 60s. Getting his first brand new G&S Fiberflex, and its untimel...

A real-life, LEGEND in 2 Games. First Black Skateboarder, on the cover of Thrasher Magazine. Gave us the soundtrack to our lives, with McRad’s “Weakness”. Here we are, over 4 decades later. My man is still out here touring, and hitting anything concrete along the way. Ladies & gentlemen. Don’t ever get it twisted. Chuck Treece, IS the culture. Between tour stops with longtime friend G Love. I...

Talking with Ron Chatman- Is one of my crowning achievements, in 25years of multi-media. Such a great, candid moment with one of my childhood hero’s. Father, artist, cognitive thinker.. so many words come to mind, when speaking on the LEGEND. Easily, one of the greatest all-terrain skateboarders- ever. A true national treasure, who should be protected at all costs. On todays episode.. Ron speaks o...

Right back, like we never left. Here’s Pt.2, or my conversation with skateboarding LEGEND Matt Pailes.  On todays episode, we talk everything from when we were teammates for 2 weeks on I-Path. We discuss the elephant in the room: realities of being Pro in the early ’90s. The greatness of Mark Suciu. Confused skateboard fans. Nyjah Huston, Ishod Wair and the importance of practice. Plus, all g...

Throughout the years, friends come & go. Some, more memorable than others. Matt Pailes has been a friend, for close to 30years. I’d met Matt, before either of us had even migrated to California as teenagers. Not knowing what the future held, we‘d all eventually link up in SF. Skated everyday. All with the same hopes & dreams. As time went by, most of those early Northern California friends...

Morning, listeners! This episode, is one you may not want to miss. We pick right back up, with Uncle Buk of Yall So Stupid. Kicking things off, we talk his influences to bring skateboarding to hip-hop In the early 90’s. I share a funny story of George Powell writing me a cease & desist. Then, things take a wild turn... As we’re discussing our skateboard roots. We suddenly realize- we may be relate...

The year was 1993. I remember it like yesterday, seeing Buk skating down 85 South in the Yall So Stupid video. Peep the video, for actual-factual evidence. My man even did a kick flip, and alladat. I wasnt the only one who saw it. It was in heavy rotation on BET, MTV, Video Music Box, etc.. Here’s my question: How can one talk skateboarding, and hip-hop? And, leave this man out of the equation? Th...

To sit back, and just listen to Chuck Dinkins talk about his skateboarding history- Is absolutely, incredible. The tales of skating toe-to-toe, with all the greats. How he tapped in skateboarding LEGEND Fred Reeves, over at Walker Skateboards. Working a job, while also being a pro skater back in the 80’s. His loyalty to Bruce Walker, after being offered to ride for SMA. We even share stories of on...

First off. I’d like to take this time, to wish skateboarding LEGEND- Mr. Chuck Dinkins. A very, Happy Birthday!! Thank you for your contribution to the culture, brother. And, here’s to many more! On today’s episode. We pick right back up, with part 2 of our conversation. Chuck discusses how he got into downhill racing, with Alan Gelfand & friends in Albuquerque, NM. We talk “fake spots”, confu...

When I started doing WCRP, the goal was simple: to bring you the heroes, history & misadventures of skateboarding. Growing up skateboarding, we all had out heroes. One of my biggest heroes, was right in my home state of Florida. And, that gentleman’s name was Chuck Dinkins. Tune in, as Chuck & i talk his humble beginnings skating & surfing in Jacksonville, NC. His first real experience...

This weeks #MondayMorningRAW, is for all the true Aesthetics fans. The humble beginnings. Swishy-pants era. Our respect for Sal Barbier. And, the incredible team behind the brand. Ryde or Die video. We even talk the backlip at Muni, heard around the world. It’s all here. With guest appearance from the one & only, Ron Resurreccion. Yall know the name. The mighty, mighty WCRP. Thank you to every...

Jimmy Gorecki is a name thats rang bells for over 2 decades. And, its quite obvious why. This young man has studied the game, and came out with straight A’s. Hailing outta Norristown, PA. One of the shining stars of Love Park, and lets be serious. That backside lipslide at Uni, was one of the most remarkable tricks to go down in Philly. Tune in, as we talk his early Aesthetics days. The importance...

First off. Lets all salute that photo of Alyasha, dabbing on a slappy. Legendary. Go argue with your Mama. On this weeks bonus episode. After sharing a hilarious story about retrieving a classic SHUT board online. We discuss the greatness of Sean Sheffey. The multi-million dollar, skateboard accessory game. Aly shares his undying love for waxed curbs. Mark Gonzales, Yuto Horigome & Akwasi Owus...

Top of the morning! On todays episode of #MondayMorningRAW, I continue my conversation with skateboarding legend Alyasha Owerka-Moore. We pick right back up, tackling topics such as social economics of skateboarding in the ‘80s. Alyasha discusses the infamous Dust Bowl. The “N” Ramp, in Jersey. Favorite inverts, and Ho-Ho plants. We speak on the greatness of Natas Kaupas. And, finally- the true st...