A Conversation with Torey Goodall, of Very Powerful Foundation.
Torey is the co-founder of Very Powerful Foundation, a Skateboarder, and a Boxer, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Jordan Hoffart, New Line Skateparks, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Douglas Park, Slam City Jam, NYC pre 9-11, Pryce Holmes, First Broadcast, Tres Trill, Very Powerful Foundation, Positive Psychology, Manor Place, and a consciousness shift in the skate industry.
We just started a Book Club in our Discord.
Here’s an invite just in case you aren’t already in there.
A Conversation with Ben Fenton, of Balancing Acts.
*Originally released March 18th, 2024. This has always been one of my favourite interviews, and I’ve been wanting to give it a proper re-release for our current audience. It’s almost 2 years old now, so a few parts might feel a little dated, but I’d like to think it still holds up.*
Ben is the Founder of Balancing Acts, a Climber, and a Designer, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: What’s with all the cool people from Calgary? being from a family of climbers, Alterior Design, the inspiration behind Balancing Acts, knitting, the Drum and bass / Bouldering Venn diagram, MiniDV,Kitchener Ontario, the early 2000s, comparing old skate videos to old climbing videos, outdoor > indoor, and we didn’t invent anything.
A Conversation with Trees, of Trees and Nylon.
Trees hosts the Trees and Nylon Podcast, he’s an Outdoorsman, and a sophisticated Meme Maker, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: you can’t all be into hardcore, the Socratic Method, interview prep, double texts, Bowling For Soup, Lawrence Schlossman, corrupt files, running goals, the Appalachian Mountains, badge on or off? Colin Meredith, admitting you’re a Podcaster, Ego Deaths, and Memevertising.
A Conversation with Skier, Parker Guimond.
Parker is a Skier, a Filmmaker, and a Banh Mi Enthusiast, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: instant gratification, Edmonton’s street skiing scene, 4WEST, Mt. Norquay, Marilyn Monroe, printed matter, Rabbit Hill, Skier’s Sport Shop, hard yolk, Banh Mi Diddy, no beefs, and Browser Mag.
A Conversation with Matt Roberge (Vintage Sponsor).
*Originally released July 8th, 2024. This has always been one of my favorite interviews, and I’ve been wanting to give it a proper re-release for our current audience. It’s 18 months old now, so a few parts might feel a little dated, but I’d like to think it still holds up.*
Matt is a thrifter, a consultant, and an ex-landscaper, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: mowing lawns, drug-trafficking using prosthetic legs, Ice Chests, thrifting being in his family for generations, you can’t get hurt for $1, Bobby from Boston, Mafia Rules, the basement of LQQK Studio,blocking copy-cat accounts, @arseniohaul, Matt’s two most-hated vintage trends, and death to mood boards.
A Conversation with Designer, Ryan Thomas Ormsby.
Ryan is a Designer based in San Francisco, an Artist, and a DJ, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Divorced Dad reels, Parts Therapy, Love is Blind, are pressure washing videos a PSYOP? DeMarcus Cousins, the “We Believe” team, The Hyphy Movement, Penny Hardaway, Evian Christ, dutch angles, Lonnie Smith, bootleg Giants merch, EA Sports, rise and grind texts, backwards compatibility, and Dipset.
A Conversation with Runner, Aleks Derikonja (feat. Sara Szabo).
Aleks ran from NYC to Maine (solo), then ran the New York Marathon, then shaved her head, then moved to Spain.
In this episode we discuss: Aerodynamics, Essi Tesfom, location sharing, East Coast Greenway, throwing out her medals, leaving NYC, Camino de Santiago, Mental Athletic, sound baths, speaking Spanish, Mallorca, and recalibrating.
*I name drop my Girlfriend (Sara) in every running adjacent episode I do... It was only fair to have her on, to help me interview a runner that we both consider a friend*
A Conversation with Jason Levine and Mikey Kratzer.
Jason makes a brand called Minor Planet based in NYC, Mikey is a Professional Runner from Germany.
Minor Planet just hosted a week long New York Marathon Pop-Up Experience called “CENTER FOR BEGINNERS”, and a Film about Mikey titled “THE PICTURE OF MIKEY KRATZER” was shown as part of the space.
I’m really proud to call both of them friends.
This episode was produced in conjunction with Minor Planet’s NYC Marathon 2025 programming and aims to provide additional context and deeper insight into the project’s motivations.
A Conversation with Skier, Pete Koukov.
Pete is a Professional Skier, a Film Maker, and a House Painter, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Not dying, Browser Magazine, New York winters, Sam Zahner, Strictly Videos, ski towns, the grass is always greener, Eldora Mountain, 1000s of hours of B-roll, Jiberish, and avoiding injuries.
A Conversation with Malcolm Pascotti, of Can’t Buy Cool Studios.
Malcolm is the Owner / Operator of Can’t Buy Cool Studios, a Photographer, and an Outdoor Enthusiast, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Hi Meg, live reporting from the Minor Planet Pop-Up, Banditing Races, Colorado, Dipsea Trail, Moab 240, CBCS origin story, pigeonholing, soft flasks, location scouting, naivety, and Jawbreaker.
*This Episode was produced in conjunction with Minor Planet’s NYC Marathon 2025 programming*
A Conversation with Joel Popoteur, of Dominguez Corporation.
Joel is a New York City based community organizer, outdoor enthusiast, and the lead of Dominguez Corporation, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Franklin Armstrong, his dad’s carwash, 80s mountain bikes, Ben Fenton, Beavis and Butt-Head Do America, Selema Masakela, the NYC Marathon, Night at The Museum, Air Max Barkleys, Dipset, LimeWire, and Kareem Campbell.
*This Episode was produced in conjunction with Minor Planet’s NYC Marathon 2025 programming*
A Conversation with Artist, Charlton Diaz.
Charlton is an Artist, Designer, and Dancer, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Old English names, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Explaining Art, dancing, Mirrors, early influences, the internet, Neopets, clip art, Halloween, childhood fears, and the movie Anguish.
A Conversation with Creative, Randy Hogg.
Randy is a Runner, Photographer, and Videographer, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Cornwall Ontario, Orbit Skateshop, Erin Teschuk, The Speed Project, Live Laugh Love in Death Valley, Mile to Marathon, the Australian Embassy, Flat Whites, Fisheye Lenses, Burst Mode, SLOWFASTSLOW, being bilingual, and The Manx.
A Conversation with Painter, Jacob Ross Dutton.
Jacob is a Painter, based in Edmonton Alberta.
*Originally released on October 2, 2023 (exactly 100 episodes ago). This has always been one of my favorite interviews, and I’ve been wanting to give it a proper re-release for our current audience. It’s two years old now, so a few parts might feel a little dated, but I’d like to think it still holds up.*
In this episode we discuss: Coming back to painting after a lengthy break, his version of a Notes Folder, book recommendations, Immersion Reading, Midjourney, Live Podcasts, and having the same name as a character in Yellowstone.
A Conversation with Nick Marzano, of Fisho Magazine.
Nick makes Fisho Magazine, he’s also a Photographer, and a Creative Director, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Fear and Loathing in Arizona, the hunt, maritime puns, Street Gumbo, Apple TV+’s Platonic, fly fishing in the LA River, meat pies, Toyota Echos, Zach Seely, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Mission Gold, pro recyclers, Colors Magazine, and NBA 92.
A Conversation with Artist, Evan Robinson.
Evan is a Visual Artist, based in Edmonton Alberta.
In this episode we discuss: marrowline, loss, didactic panels, artist talks, Barry McGee, legacy, Ozzy Osbourne, style, Soft Gallery, A Life Lived, deep fakes, radio voices, and gentrification.
A Conversation with Designer, Tommy Berlin.
Tommy is an Alberta based Designer, a Photographer, and Snowboarder, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: how we first met, field testing, sleeping bags, pattern cutting, hoarder tendencies, release schedule, lowered expectations, CLO3D, quality control, nerds, direct to consumer, walking foot sewing machines, and the responsibilities that come with having such a majestic name.
A Conversation with Eddie Phouth, of BUG SKATEBOARDS.
Eddie is the Owner and Operator of BUG SKATEBOARDS, based in Montreal.
In this episode we discuss: wedding bands, O’Block, Smashing Pumpkins, the Detroit skyline, rent going up, Cozy Boyz, lock-in status, BUG's origin story, overthinking, cease and desist letters, Montreal scene report, Sensitive Shredders, and 4 U.
Episode 171.
A Conversation with Speech-Language Pathologist, Andrea Tam.
Andrea is one of my oldest friends, she’s a Speech-Language Pathologist, and a Birding Meme aficionado, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: Skype™, being severed, Christian Girl Autumn, cadaver lab, Tim Hortons Club, Marilyn Monroe, Dysarthria, voice banking, my Brothers’ names, Cabela’s, and Merlin Bird ID.
Episode 170.
A Conversation with Photographer, Mike DiPietro.
Mike runs Seasons of East Van, hosts the GENEs Podcast, and makes Zines, among many other things.
In this episode we discuss: do people read show notes? Commercial Drive, Olympus Trip35, day 1 of SoEV, consistency, St. Cathrines, Alterior Design, value trades, interview tactics, dividends, and my Big Name Small Pod™ theory.