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The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
Fb.Christopher
42 episodes
1 month ago
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 company. Ish also weighs in on current community topics like gatekeeping, shares insights on lon...
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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 company. Ish also weighs in on current community topics like gatekeeping, shares insights on lon...
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Episodes (20/42)
The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The G-Sheets Interview
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 company. Ish also weighs in on current community topics like gatekeeping, shares insights on lon...
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1 month ago
1 hour 8 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
Is Gatekeeping Hurting Fingerboarding? | Mike Schneider Mini Pod
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 person to get some honest insight from. This wasn’t a full episode that one’s coming early next year ...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Dope Game Interview
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 behind his designs, and how his family’s deep roots in the BMX scene shaped his creativity and hustle...
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1 month ago
1 hour 10 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Dial *69 Interview
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 starting over, evolving creatively, and letting a fresh brand find its own identity. Support Slus...
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1 month ago
1 hour 4 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The ROC Fingerboards Interview
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 fingerboards” or a “fingerboarder who creates content”? Support ROC! https://www.youtube.com/@Rocfingerbo...
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1 month ago
1 hour 18 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Casper's Concrete Interview
On this episode of The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast, I sit down with Cam, the mind behind Casper’s Concrete. For nearly three years, Cam has been crafting some of the most high-quality and realistic fingerboard concrete obstacles out of Orange County, California. After quickly gaining popularity with just a few drops, Casper’s Concrete suddenly went silent.. leaving many to wonder if the brand was gone for good. Recently, Cam announced the long-awaited return of Casper’s Concrete, and we talk ...
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2 months ago
1 hour 39 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
A conversation with Team Kalye
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3 months ago
1 hour 26 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Tiny Ramps Co. Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with Adison Cooper, the owner of Tiny Ramp Co out of Arizona. Tiny Ramp Co is known for building super realistic fingerboard obstacles and more recently hyper-realistic full-scale parks, including replicas of legendary skate spots and SLS courses. Adison and I dive into how the brand started, the challenges of building at such a detailed level, and how skateboarding continues to influence his work! Check out Tiny Ramps! https://www.instagram.co...
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4 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Wrkshp Fingerboards Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin, we sit down with Brandon Gillett, the founder of Wrkshp Fingerboards, a Los Angeles based brand built on a passion for skateboarding and a drive to bring something fresh to the fingerboard scene. Brandon opens up about the highs and lows of starting a brand from the ground up, how skateboarding continues to fuel his creativity, and what it takes to carve out space in such a tight-knit community. We also dive into some of the hot topics sparking conversations in...
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4 months ago
1 hour 22 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Dudeguy Interview
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6 months ago
1 hour 45 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Knife Interview
In this episode, we sit down with Andy, founder of the fast rising fingerboard brand KNIFE and head of Blackriver USA. Based out of the Blackriver Chicago store, Andy brings a unique blend of skateboarding, fingerboarding, music, videography, and photography to everything he touches. We dive deep into Andy’s creative process and hear how his visual storytelling background fuels KNIFE’s distinct identity and aesthetic. Despite being a relatively new player, KNIFE has already carved out a name ...
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6 months ago
1 hour 31 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The USAFBL Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin, I catch up with Levine from Usable to talk about all things competitive fingerboarding. We dive into the launch of USAFBL, the rise of organized competition in the U.S., and what it means for the future of the scene. Levine also shares the story behind Plies—the new fingerboard magazine that's making waves—and gives us a sneak peek at the upcoming USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast. Plus, we talk about the importance of local support, especially around the USAFBL Tour....
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7 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Unique Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with Mallory, the creative mind behind Unique Decks out of Oregon. We dive into their journey in the fingerboard scene, how Unique Decks got started, and what sets her handmade decks apart. From design inspiration to community building, Mallory shares the heart behind the brand. Don't miss this one! Support Mallory: https://uniquedecks.co/?srsltid=AfmBOoqYnFQYryHBtNkP9E9hcus17X97gO47hE16iHc_iCpvBrqlwUro Support the show
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7 months ago
55 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The 3CCH1 Interview
Josh, founder of San Diego-based brand 3CCH1, joins The Bigspin to talk about his skateboarding background, love for fingerboarding and handboarding, and the inspiration behind his bold, sometimes edgy graphics. He also reflects on his brief influencer era and how family life has reshaped his approach to running the brand. Follow @3cch1fb, @thebigspinpodcast, and @fb.christopher on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes content. Support the show
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8 months ago
1 hour

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
A Conversation with Sorry for Fingerboarding (Part 1)
This episode of The Bigspin is a little different—in the best way. Instead of our usual show build format, this one plays out more like an open conversation. That’s because when you're talking with someone like Nash from Sorry for Fingerboarding, trying to fit his story into a strict timeline just wouldn’t do it justice. Nash is a natural storyteller, and his brand has such a deep history in the scene that trying to cover it all in one go would ruin the flow. So we didn’t. We let the conversa...
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8 months ago
2 hours 1 minute

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Grindright Interview
In this episode, we sit down with Mark, the founder of Grind Right, a newer fingerboard brand that’s been gaining steady momentum over the past year. We talk about how he got into making rails, what inspired the first designs, and the lessons he’s learning while building a brand from the ground up. It’s a conversation about figuring it out as you go, staying hands-on, and building something with intention. Check out the site: grindrightfb.com Follow Grind Right: @grindright.fb Follow us: @the...
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8 months ago
52 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Whytmyk Interview
On this episode of The Bigspin podcast, we’re sitting down with a true fingerboard local legend—Mike Clarke, better known in the community as Whytmyk! We dive into his early skate years, his passion for fingerboarding, and how a simple request from his son to build a fingerboard park evolved into a beloved brand known for its quality, durability, and epic realism. Be sure to show Mike some love on IG: @Whytmyk Check out his rad crete: https://whytmykconcrete.bigcartel.com/ Support the show
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9 months ago
53 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Weaselrat Interview
On the next episode of The Bigspin, I’m joined by Miguel and Donnie, the masterminds behind Weaselrat— a rising fingerboard brand rooted in San Diego, CA, and Santa Fe, NM. Despite being relatively new to the scene, they’ve already made waves with their support for the community and a commitment to pushing fingerboarding forward. With professional backgrounds in marketing and digital media, their sharp, standout branding speaks for itself. The full pod drops April 4th on YouTube, Apple Podcas...
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9 months ago
1 hour 53 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Variant Decks Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, we sit down with Mike, the mastermind behind Variant Decks, a Las Vegas-based fingerboard brand dripping in pure skateboard culture. A lifelong skater, Mike has seamlessly translated his passion for skateboarding into fingerboarding, crafting decks that embody the raw energy, style, and creativity of the scene. From shaping boards to shaping the culture, Mike breaks down his journey, the inspirations behind Variant, and what it means to keep fingerboard...
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9 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
The Dungeon Crawl (@Mannygfb) Interview
In this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, we sit down with Manny, the creator of Dungeon Crawl, to talk about his journey in the fingerboard scene. He shares what inspired him to start the brand, his love for fantasy aesthetics, and how he’s been steadily building his social media presence over the years. We also get into the creative process behind Dungeon Crawl’s gear and what’s in store for the future. Stick around until the end for some solid advice from Manny, and be sure to follow us on I...
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10 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes

The Bigspin Fingerboard Podcast
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 company. Ish also weighs in on current community topics like gatekeeping, shares insights on lon...