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Let’s dive right into Part 2, of my exclusive interview with skateboard LEGEND Beatrice Domond. We talk everything from her early journey in South Florida, to Professional Skateboarder. Discuss current inspirations, Top 5 & the importance of personality. The Venue Skateshop video, what happened to Women’s skateboarding in the late 70’s, Gustav Tonneson, Sage Elsesser & so much more! Over the past 3 decades, I’ve done countless interviews. This has to be one of my favorite to date. Thank you once again, Beatrice!- Clyde Singleton

It’s with great honor, that I introduce our next guest to the podcast. Hailing from “The Egypt of Skateboarding” aka Florida, we have none other than skateboard LEGEND Beatrice Domond. Being one of the first Black female professional skateboarders, with sponsors like F****n’ Awesome, Supreme & Van’s on your resume. It’s safe to say, Beatrice has dotted all the I’s & crossed the T’s one could only dream of. Listen in, as Beatrice talk her first sponsor “Stoner Skateboards”. Early influences such as Vanessa Torres, Kareem Campbell and Elissa Steamer. We discuss growing up in Florida, skateboard team managers & our connection to Jason Dill. Talk about unwarranted hate, the dynamic & rise of Women in skateboarding & so much more! This was one great conversation , filled with laughs, wisdom & all the good things about skateboarding. Thank you for your time Beatrice, and everyone enjoy Part 1 of our interview. - Clyde Singleton

On this edition of #MondayMorningRAW, we have Part 2 of my conversation with skateboard LEGEND- Chris Senn. Tune in, as we discuss the infamous Powell Skatezone. Stories of skating China Banks at 4AM with Ray Barbee. We talk Blood Wizard Skateboards, the Senn family & Toad. We both share some insight, on what really was going down in the early 90’s. Cover everything, from Art, Chris’ favorite Pro contest.. Even, that random Brady Bunch “Hawaii” episode. It’s all here, folks. I want to thank Chris for his time, and hope you all enjoy this as much as we did.

Welcome back to Season 10, and hold on to your seats! On today’s episode, we have none other than skateboard LEGEND- Chris Senn. This gentleman, is simply in a class of his own. He ripped up every contest, street spot, crusty cement park & did it all with an unmistakable style & grace. Tune in, as Chris shares early memories of growing up in Grass Valley, CA. His first sponsor, Free Flight Skateshop. We discuss The QuarterMaster Cup, and getting sponsored by Powell-Peralta. The move from Channel One, to starting Adrenaline Skateboards. We talk Bones Brigade tours, his first Pro contest, early 90’s San Francisco & so much more! Without further ado- Part 1, is here. I cannot thank you enough, Chris!

Welcome back, and thank you all for your patience. Let’s get right down to business, with none other than skateboard LEGEND- Danny Gonzalez. With an unmistakable style, and trick selection. This Texas native hit the scene like no other in the mid-90s. Today, he’s here to share his journey with us at WCRP on Skateboarding. Tune in, as Danny talks his humble beginnings in San Antonio, TX & first sponsors Hot Rod & GoodTimes Skateshop. How filming local videos, and building an organic buzz led to his first major sponsor. Shares early influences, including Rodney Mullen, Ronnie Bertino & Adam McNatt. Truth be told: this interview will shock lots of you. We all thought Danny was one of them new skaters. Whole time, this dude started in 1987.. he’s a student of the game, that passed with straight A’s. Tap into Part 1 of our interview, and thanks again Danny for your time! 📸:Seu Trinh

Welcome back, to an exciting Part 2 of my interview with Georgia’s own- Skate Xiii/Lord D’Andre. This is the interview, you’ve all waited for: Old School meets New School. I’ve been skateboarding for close to 40 years, and usually these types of discussions go downhill fast. Not over here, though. Tune in, as we cover everything from Beatrice Demond to Gifted Hater & so much more. We talk podcast production, YouTube, Women Skateboard competition & even cover Pro skateboarders catching feelings online. We need more open & honest communication like this. Without further ado.. Thank you, Lord D’Andre!

Back like I never left, featuring none other than rising YouTube star- Skate Xiii/Lord D’Andre. In today’s social media world, it’s rare to see independent Black skateboard reviewers. So, I linked up with one of the newest & brightest in the game. And, this is one hellluva conversation! Tune in, as the young Lord talks growing up in rural Georgia skateboarding. What does “Xiiii” actually mean? We discuss “skateboarding rappers”, seeing KKK paraphernalia as a youth, why he changed his original YouTube handle & so much more. This kid has a bright future, and it was an absolute honor linking up & picking his brain. Without further ado, here’s Part 1 with my nephew- Lord D’Andre. It’s #BlackHistoryMonth, folks. We’re just getting started.. Thank you once again, Lord!

Welcome back, ladies & gentlemen! Let’s get right down to business, with San Jose skateboard LEGEND- Carl Hyndman. Tune in, as Carl talks the humble beginnings of H-Street Skateboards. Shares an untold story of skateboard LEGEND- Jim Thiebaud, asked to be the first H-Street team member. We discuss Bobby G’s Skate Camp, 80’s San Jose punk scene, the early Canteen days.. it’s all here. and, was well worth the wait. Had some audio issues, and wanted to take the time to thank Space Coast Podcast for doing what they do. Without further ado, the final chapter is here. Thank you, so much Carl!

Ladies & gentlemen… it’s with great honor, that I present one of our childhood heroes. none other, than skateboard LEGEND - @hyndmedia. After his standout debut in @hstreetskateboards “Shackle Me Not”(1989). The San Jose local soon became a household name, right alongside his peers. and, the rest is history. Tune in, as Carl talks growing up skating Northern California in the early-80s. Attending San Jose State with skateboard LEGEND- @jimthiebaud. Joe Lopes Ramp, the first wallride, 80’s punk fashion- we discuss it all! The infamous Bobby G’s Skate Camp, down to T-Mags rebuilt Airwalk soles. You really can’t get anymore H-Street, or NorCal than this. Without further ado, thank you once again Carl!

Good morning, and welcome back to Part 2 with skateboard LEGEND- Andy Howell. We jump right back into our conversation, where Andy discusses the evolution of modern-day skateboarding. Look back, to his early days riding for Santa Cruz Skateboards. Talk the early days of Schmitt Stix. Releasing one of the first Pro Models, with a longer nose & smaller wheelbase. The evolution of Nollie & switchstance. Shares some mid-80’s, East Coast travels, why his favorite skater’s Tony Hawk, current life in Outer Banks, NC. This is one helluva a show, yall! once again- THANK YOU, Andy’

Welcome back, and let’s kick off Season 9 with skateboard LEGEND- Andy Howell! This gentleman has been a force in the game, going back to 1987. We’re talking about a pioneer in street skateboarding, art & business. We finally got to sit down, & start from the beginning. Join us, as Andy talks growing up in Virginia Beach & the early days of Mt. Trashmore. Shares influences behind his debut Schmitt Stix Pro Model, & early 90’s artwork. Hear an incredible story, about writing Tony Hawks first fan letter. Plus, some exclusive intel, on the return of Undergound Element & Zero Sophisto. It’s safe to say: Part 1, is what Willis was talkin’ bout.. Thank you, so much Andy!

Welcome back to Part 2, and let’s get right down to business with Florida skateboard LEGEND- Howard Montaque. On tonight’s episode, we take dive into some South Florida history . We talk , Allen “Ollie” Gelfand. Renegade Skateboards, and skateboard LEGEND- Elyssa Steamer. We discuss the parallels between playing sports & board confidence. Women’s competition, Steve Steadham being a former BMX Champion,. Florida skateboard LEGEND- Mike Frazier & some interesting history behind Jonesville, FL. Thank you once again, Howard! And, major shoutout to Space Coast Podcast for letting us use their studios! Florida, Stand UP!

Grand risings, and we’re gonna get right down to business with Florida skateboard LEGEND- Howard Montaque. This gentleman’s story of starting in the small town of Port Charlotte, Fl. To being one of the first riders on Foundation Skateboards- this is truly, on for the books! Tune in, as Howard discusses discovering skateboarding via BookMobile in 1979. Shares a hilarious story about the infamous “Golf and Run” Skatepark in Ft. Myers, Florida. Talks skateboard LEGEND- Buck Smith, early influence & friendship. Terry Huber of “No Fraud”, the early-80s Florida Punk scene, Island Water Sports & much more! It’s all here, folks! I cannot thank this gentleman enough for his time, and sharing his story. Florida, stand up! and, THANK YOU to Jesse & Space Coast Podcast for allowing us to use their studios.

Good morning, and welcome back to Part 2! Let’s get right down to business with Long Island skateboarding LEGEND- Chad Caruso. Today, he shares an inside look into his Guinness World Record for crossing American the fastest on a skateboard. Did he push switch? What about dirt roads? How many miles per day? Wild animals? The answer to all those questions, and more- are here today. One of the greatest stories in the history of skateboarding. Without further ado.. Thank you, Chad!

Good morning, and do we have a show you for guys! Last year, skateboard LEGEND- Chad Caruso set the Guinness World Record. By becoming the first person to ever skateboard across America. Over 30k miles on 4 urethane wheels, is crazy work. And, that’s just one of the World Records this gentleman holds. Tune in, as Chad takes us back to riding for the infamous Skate Sauce in Long Island. Opens up about his 2 DUI’s, and winning his fight with alcoholism. We discuss parallels between being a Chef, and a skateboarder. Filming a new trick a day, for 30 days. Traveling across America, to film a trick in each state in 50 days. This dude is skateboarding, and we’re here for it! Without further ado, hear one of the greatest stories told. Personal hero, and a damn good guy. Part 1, is now live. Thank you once again, Chad.