Rodney Mullen

Rodney Mullen sits down with Tony and Jason to bring you guys a raw and unfiltered episode on the rewards of perseverance and hard work. Step into the mind of one of Skateboarding's all-time greats, Rodney Mullen!
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[@trubahhh]

There will never be enough footage of Rodney. The world needs him.

[@fortwoodmisery]

I agree

[@EpperEcheloN]

I think that's one of the things that makes him so special. We never get to see him, but when we do it's like nothing else

[@MalAnders94]

@@EpperEcheloN exactly!

[@pk7056]

hes a demigod or a alien-human hybrid a true pioneer pathfinder and maker of men

[@OZZYANK]

There will never be another Rodney!

[@TdotTube]

Context: I am a 35 year old 7ft former basketball player. In high school (2005) we were assigned to do a report on an inspirational person. Everyone expected me to talk about Michael Jordan or magic Johnson but I chose Rodney Mullen. Obviously I grew up playing the THPS games and Rodney and his flat ground specials in THPS 2 were just so interesting and different to me. I had watched his "beat the game" video hundreds of times and even brought my Playstation in class to show it to the class. I remember everyone being floored by not only me picking Rodney but also knowing so much about skateboarding and talking about him so passionately. Fast forward to recent years and now knowing how humble and soft spoken he is after being one of if not the most influencial person in skating makes him such a more interesting person to me. He is literally one of kind. Doesn't want to be in the spot light doesn't want recognition or praise. Literally just wants to do what he loves. I love this dude. He is a national treasure in my opinion.

[@shannonparkertube]

Let's just say it: There should be a full length documentary about Rodney! (a good one)... I think he totally transcends his sport like very few others do.

[@iremiabliss]

Agree 1000% or better a movie

[@kevinclear4007]

He makes it not a sport. It's a artform.

[@FrankBoston]

As long as he felt the documentary wasn't about all his accomplishments, but rather to help better the world, through his thoughts, messages and actions. That would be key. Rodney wants the spotlight to be very dim if pointed at him. He's as modest as they come, but truly is a man who makes the world better for so many.

[@jzen1455]

Rodney has got to be alien. There's no other person like him.

[@jimmydiggincats]

A biopic with Ben Stiller playing him? 😂

[@stephenwelsch4728]

Rodney is such a humble dude for being the GOAT. He will go down in skateboard history as one of the all time greats.

[@nicholaskoenig3106]

Part II popped up and had to come back to this 1st and Im jus blown away! Love it. #legendary

[@mikeschmidt4800]

He is the all time great. Tony is nowhere close to as talented and he is very talented.

[@DomenicT]

Rodney invented the skateboarding everyone sees today, period. Guy is a transcendental human being. He’s a modern renaissance man that would have revolutionized anything he fell in love with.

[@robertcrystals]

We need a 10 hour podcast with just Tony & Rodney where they go through all their earliest memories and all the World stuff.

[@HAFAParadise]

YES, I Agree 100% Just the two of them!! 👊🏻

[@RicosTinFoilSombrero]

That'd be a killer 9 Club episode.

[@srvmotoman]

Yes and it would make the 2-3 times a year "must watch" rotation for the rest of our lives!!!!!

[@logicn.reasoning9744]

This was Tony's longest podcast, but it really felt like the shortest. Left me wanting a lot more.

[@SpacebeastTV]

id pay money for it

[@LLusion]

love how Rodney starting telling a story about he got a gun pulled on him while skating at 3am, and he goes “is this worth mentioning?” 💀

[@40YearOldDJ]

Jason does not belong, just an awkward all around exchange every inteview

[@JonnyBeoulve]

I didn't care for that guy. But watching Mullen and Hawk speak was awesome.

[@JJ-xt2dq]

@@40YearOldDJ what are you talking about

[@karelenhenkie666]

​@@40YearOldDJhe belongs, just isnt there for you.

[@windubitably]

“So I had a gun pulled on me and … is this story worth telling?” Of all the quotable lines from Rodney, I think that stuck with me the most.

[@-Ricky_Spanish-]

That was so incredible I was glued to my computer screen. Having been in a similar situation at one point though (literally having a gun pointed at my head) I kind of understand what he was going through. It's a surreal experience when you face your own mortality, but in my case I was being robbed and the guy would probably have killed me if I stood up to him. It was still the single scariest moment of my life and one that I've flashed back to many times in the 25 years since.

[@theskateboardfan]

After Rodney tells that story I see why he didn't want to tell it. He does not want to tell a story where he acted bravely where many would not. Rodney does not enjoy elevating his stature in any way. It seems.

[@mattlc22]

I could listen to Rodney describe how the paint on his fence dried. He's so real and humble about everything he does. It's inspiring to see someone so excited about the little things.

[@MalAnders94]

Maybe you’d end up painting the fence for him

[@agoodballet]

@@MalAnders94 I was about to say, I’d paint it for him just for the hangs and shit!

[@-Ricky_Spanish-]

@@MalAnders94 Is that a Tom Sawyer reference? If so I love it! Although, I don't see Rodney being a manipulative person, he would probably feel very guilty about it unlike Tom.

[@Finallybianca]

Fun fact paint actually dries from the inside and outside at the same time.

[@letsgooo1637]

See, when it's you it's boring...

[@schweglerd]

Rodney should have his own show where he just goes places and discovers new and interesting things. Hes such an amazing story teller and his reactions are so genuine.

[@williambarringer6513]

Like Karl pilkington minus the funny part

[@wellbi]

The closest you'll get is Guy Martin's series.

[@RealUKBlackMetal]

Mullen is such a rare human, a one of a kind. I first saw him skate when Public Domain hit the skate shops on VHS. I was never a great skater and I gave up many years ago but individuals like Rodney have stayed with me throughout life and following his growth, his evolution not only as a skater but as a human has been a source of unspeakable inspiration in terms of overcoming external and internal challenge. There is a great spiritualism to his being that resonates with me deeply also, maybe because I am not that much younger and the experience of life itself instills, or really should do, an understanding of oneself within the cosmic context of All.

[@ryani777]

Me too, man 🖖

[@NeilHesterSkateboarding]

I met Rodney in my local park (not skatepark) in London UK a couple of months ago, He literally rolled past me on his board and I instantly recognised him but had to double/triple take because "what the hell would Rodney Mullen be doing here????" i went after him and said Hi, He was the nicest guy very friendly and exactly how he is here, told me about being there because of the Marvel move etc, had a chat. I was so stoked but stunned too. Took a selfie with him because I just had to to prove it to myself it happened 😂 - Yeah cool story bro, but I'm so happy it happened.

[@peacelovebrad]

awesome

[@Widow-Cicada]

That’s wild, honestly If i met him I probably wouldn’t even believe it myself. His existence is almost like a myth. Like a Greek God or something. Always cherish that moment dude

[@startedskating86]

@@Widow-Cicada like Animal Chin?

[@shawnmkalish]

Very cool! People that say “cool story” do not love themselves. Don’t ever worry about that

[@CSDonohue11]

So Rad My cousins & I met Him @ Meadows Mall Las Vegas, NV. 1988 @ a Skate Show Then they did autos and My cousin Devon still had His auto from that Day “ Love Rodney XOXO “ 🤣 So Rad

[@glorytoglorzo5591]

We gotta appreciate the time Mullen is still around. It's fascinating that the guy who birthed street skating wasn't dead 300 years ago. He is sitting on this podcast, still healthy.

[@MrPodcastio]

I'm confident when Rodney skates he sees the 0's and 1's like Neo. Legend.

[@darkstar7447]

He is the one.

[@christostatewide6843]

That's the greatest way Ive heard it put.

[@slowb15]

when hes talking about the easy stuff being half cab impossible or kickflip to primo railstands in the rain like it something one just does, yea I think you are onto something here.

[@HooksieMusic]

When he said he “feels the tug and knows it’s right” it was crazy to hear him describe how in tune he is with his body and board!

[@jimmietwotime]

Seriously haha that’s probably right

[@snipertyler918]

Rodney did a demo at my local skate shop back almost 20 years ago. He blew my mind with how he explained the trick and broke it down. He's a total scientist but he sounds like a soft spoken Tommy Chong. All the love and respect in the world Mullen 🙏

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

I love how happy Rodney gets for his childhood friend or every time Rodney gets a compliment he gives one back or brings up a moment about Tony. Such a genuine man. I wish I had his passion and work ethnic when I was younger.

[@jcr6o395]

Exactly he includes everyone

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

@@jcr6o395been listening to his speeches before writing music everyday. It’s genuinely helped, especially with my “red light fever.” And yes, I’m listening again. 😂

[@ReuyJ]

I love that Rodney and Jason are so opposite, from up bringing to personality but seems to have a amazing respect to each other and it feels like they'd be such good friends after this.

[@AshtrayAnnie]

LoL there no one in the skate world that could not show respect to Mullen. Every trick in today's world was created by the guy hahaha

[@MrMcconville]

Is this worth telling??? I love him. Everyone should be Rod.

[@weishenfromsleepingdogs]

Love Rodney because he is one of the greatest geniuses of our time yet so humble

[@garrettsheaffer9799]

Not only a genius on the board but a certified academic, a patron of the arts and a tenacious yet kind individual. Meeting guys like him in my youth were one of a kind learning experience.

[@chrisgeorge84]

@@garrettsheaffer9799 I feel you but there probably aren’t too many people like him.

[@garrettsheaffer9799]

@@chrisgeorge84 there are thousands of people like him. You just have to seek them out!

[@JakeHebbert]

I just got out of the psych ward this week. I had the first manic episode of my life a couple weeks ago. Without going into the details I have been struggling for a while now. I keep listening to the section after 1:46:50. I have listened to it probably 15 times today. Dang, I wish Rodney Mullen would do more interviews. I don't care about skateboarding. It looks cool and I have respect for you guys but I listened to this interview because I have love for Mr. Mullen and how he is as a human being. I probably have listened to his interview on Impact Theory 30+ times in the past few years. I just put it on and feel more grounded and human after. Seriously Mr. Mullen. I know you don't like doing interviews but your perspective is so valuable to me. I love Wolf's words speaking to his heart palpitations, "Well then go on, because I'm gonna live my life."

[@nicholaskoenig3106]

Woah...I feel you. Hang on brother, life is movin' fast. ❤

[@mattkay2497]

This interview was so amazing. I saw so many interviews by now of Rodney but how he opened up here was so beautiful to see. Of course because he really felt comfortable with his lifelong friend Tony. Rodney is one of a kind. He's the best. 💫🙌🏻

[@lionheartstanza]

Have Rodney on again, ASAP! There is so much more to talk about, and I fear we won't ever hear about it otherwise.

[@BillyBats773]

Rodney seems so enlightened. What a sweet, and sincerely genuine dude. Absolutely amazing interview.

[@anthonymansell3484]

The London Board he is talking about I have above my door signed. I worked with his Fiancé on a film job, and she was amazing and chatted to me about skateboarding almost every day. Beautiful human being, and a solid full of heart person. my pride of joy as a 38 year old skateboarder. great souls

[@monkey_ish4117]

I wish this podcast was twice as long! Great podcast, two humble legends and a cool dude who I can relate to.

[@DiMiTri-ys7ei]

**Three legends Sir

[@jp400motox]

agreed, 100

[@Subs1338]

@@DiMiTri-ys7ei exactly. This should be the podcast of the year

[@drsbaitso0]

21:54 "Don't rot in public" Man I couldn't disagree more. Every bit of footage he's put out was a blessing. Who cares if it's not pushing some limit somewhere, we all just wanna see him skate.

[@AnthonyMartinez-rz9sl]

Not sure if you made a typo, but I believe he said don’t Rod in public.

[@Aimaiai]

@@AnthonyMartinez-rz9sl no he said dont rot in public, I guess what he means is that he wants his best memory of himself to be the best memory the public has of him as well.

[@CJisFPV]

Can’t disagree with wanting more Rodney clips. But maybe that’s part of what makes him such a legend.

[@Psyco913]

His father raised him to believe that anything less than perfect is not good enough, so he's convinced himself that he can't be seen trying, only succeeding. It's such a shame, but you have to respect the way he feels about it. Rodney is arguably the best there is at what he does, but the pressure of living up to the legend that precedes him has got to be so stressful. As much as I want to see more of what he can do, I'd rather he get to enjoy skating his way.

[@MrBirdHd]

@@AnthonyMartinez-rz9sl why would he of said rod?

[@GearSeekers]

This was awesome! I love hearing Rodney speak about just about anything!

[@Mc-Derpulous]

Niiiiick my boy from gear seekers!! I want to see you skate bro. Its good extra content. And yes RM is the skate goat

[@DrSp0nge]

Rodney is hands down the most inspirational person to listen to, such a humble soul.

[@maccmoses]

For those of you that are new to skating, This man is the most important skater to street skating. He is the reason why we skate the way we do. There's a reason why he's called the Godfather. You gotta love Mutt.

[@ronnie4120]

Hey Rodney! Just wanna say thanks for offering to buy me that slushy at freestyle skatepark in Kennedale TX 20 years ago. I never needed a "thank you" from you for buying you the slushy instead.. it was an honor and I still have my framed pic of us in the man cave. You are the best sir!

[@3DEditor]

That kid you gave the board to, is just as stoked the day you gave it to him at that demo in the H-street video. Paying it forward is a great feeling, no matter who it is, we just never know who needs to have their day brightened.

[@brewcityldb]

Rodney is a national treasure, and true innovator! Thank you guys so much for this!

[@bassmetalheadbang]

Bro, not just national, INTERNATIONAL. That dudes a fucking legend and insane to anyone! There'll be like aliens observing us going 'Yea I think we should blow em up, then just like but DUDE THAT RODNEY MULLEN!'

[@iLurq]

I’ve been waiting for so long for someone to do podcast with him man I could listen to him forever. Please have him back on for more questions about how he invented certain tricks and how he looked at them. It would be reallly interesting to hear

[@jlondon1441]

It would be awesome to see it done with clips, explaining his progression. I always admired his building process. Stacking new additions to previous work, taking inspiration from mistakes and having the mind’s eye to see it before execution.

[@sketchmonger]

Speaking on leaving or quitting skateboarding.. skaters never forget the people they grew up idolizing and immulating , aspiring to be like, don't ever worry about being forgotten. That's impossible. All three of you have given so much inspiration. Skating is truly a personal journey. Thanks for everything!!! 🤘

[@peaceandwealthseeker4504]

Same haven't skated in over a decade but when I see a Mullen hawk interviews I'm watching these were my idols

[@JoeyTheSinic]

I love how Rodney os like completely clueless about just how famous and popular he truly is. I think he has sort of an imposter syndrome. He doesn’t really truly grasp just how influ he has been for sooooo many people. Also look at just how excited he is any time they mention one of their friends for the first time. He’s more excited to talk to about anyone else but himself. Dude is a legend and a mystery. He understands the ideal to always leave them wanting more. Then he rides off in the sunset. Such a good cool dude. We love him for all the same reasons everyone loves Keanu. Just good people.

[@Anthony-kp7sf]

rodney is definitely a special person and doesn't think the same way that everyone else does, and that's to everyone's benefit. its probably hard for him to find people he vibes with on a really deep level. I dont think he cares much about the popularity, it probably makes him feel good but weird at the same time. idk, just speculating. thats the vibe I get from him. I have friends that are a lot like him.

[@darude]

Sorta kinda speechless now.

[@theharvardyard2356]

Damn, didn't expect to see you here but respect, real recognize real

[@betweentwotemples]

been boppin to you since I was 9 and now I find you here. Life is dizzope

[@recession81]

Legendary moment

[@tylersmith9868]

The Sandstorm guy?!

[@recession81]

@@tylersmith9868 Yeah thats him

[@BoomstickGaming]

Rodney is LEGEND! Also, never heard anyone bring this up, but he also did a gig where he narrated the entire intro to the game Ghost Recon Breakpoint. I booted that up and was like... "Mullen?? wtf"

[@cantskateswitchlikethat]

Just checked it out… and that was so unexpected.

[@darkstar7447]

Not only did he narrate the intro, he also played a character in the game itself named Jace Skell.

[@SkeezyShadow]

When the words leave Rodney’s lips I want to cry. He’s so eloquent and educated and fully realizes his power and influence on the world. Seeing the man that gave me the courage to push myself to be the best I can be, relate with long time friends makes me feel so proud, yet blessed. We fuckin’ love you Rodney!!!!!! #SkateForLife

[@user-um3wj1uy8c]

this is seriously one of the best episodes of any podcast ever, wish it was twice as long.

[@jordanlibke]

The world and world of skateboarding NEEDS rodney mullen!!! The street skating side of things has gotten so big and grown so much there's nobody that would be better at guest commentary or judging or even just bringing his energy to the contestants. Not only can his modesty and energy light up a room but he's so respected that he can bring another level out of people!!! There will never be a doubt in my mind that rodney and Tony are THE goats of skateboarding.

[@neomaxi_zoomdweebi]

Showed my kid old Rodney clips from the early 90's with tricks that no one else does to this day. He was blown away that almost everything that street skaters do now Rodney created.

[@xtubbytx]

This podcast is amazing. Please never stop this. Rodney is incredibly unique and we need to hear more of his stories. Please do a part2. ASAP!!!

[@Flowlosopha]

You can really tell that Rodney genuinely cares & is interested in people and doesn't want to be put on any kind of pedestal. Seems like such a cool guy.

[@GGsDLo]

This was one of the best podcasts ever, and I’m talking beyond skating. Rodney is a unique man. So beyond intelligent yet genuinely nice guy. This was a treat. Ty Tony and Jason!

[@davidbarker7735]

This is by far my favorite podcast of all time. This podcast has made me feel more connected to skate history, and the scene itself. Thank you to everybody who takes part in the making of this production. Special thanks to Rodney Mullen, Jason Ellis, and Tony Hawk for this amazing segment!

[@jacobsims8307]

I just found this week's ago, legendary. Them talking to undertaker was cool.

[@philc.2339]

This was amazing. Being a skater in the 90s (and a shitty skater at that lol) I have very fond memories of skating in my buddy's barn as well and also sitting around watching skate videos on VHS and getting so so pumped. Fast forward now where I'm in my mid 40s and that same feeling is still there when watching skate videos, but even more so watching your skate hero's casually chatting about the old days.

[@randyphillips6506]

The good ol days of being called a poser by kids who you were better then

[@justjibbin]

"Doing something for the sake of it" is such a poignant concept. The world would be a much better place if we all thought more like Rodney Mulllen.

[@Shay-dn7cz]

Thank you so so so much for this Jason and Tony and Rodney. I wish this could have been a 15 hour long episode

[@jessemasters1446]

I am so glad i stumbled on this. 2 hours of pure magic. Rodney is a treasure.

[@TheMoses9]

Dude this was the best, I've wanted to see this kind of thing with rodney for ages thank you all for giving us this

[@lesliedegnan]

"Yeah, I can do a couple things." -Rodney Understatement of the century.

[@Z-pizzle23]

I grew up idolizing Rodney he is such a legend, I would watch Rodney vs daiwon round 1 n 2 before every skate sesh haha his mind is so unique n his point of view on things is so heartwarming, he'll forever be my favorite skater

[@JordanHigginsGuitar]

The amount of mutual respect between Tony and Rodney is unreal. Rare to see, Rodney is the best and one of my favourite people to listen to because of how genuine and sincere he is. Not trying to sound exciting , cool or anything like it but is doing that and more than anyone else could.

[@firechild7497]

I know I’m a bit late to the party on this video but every time I hear Mullen talk about his passion for skating and his life all I can do is smile and listen. The dude is not only a living legend but such a positive influence. Skateboarding is lucky to have him for sure.

[@kevinhart2909]

This is by far the best podcast interview I’ve seen in a very long time!! Tony,Jason and Rodney could do 1000 episodes without anyone else and I’d watch every minute. 🍻🍻🇨🇦

[@kevinbobal5209]

Pure Gratitude, thanks for everything you bring to life Tony, Jason and Rodney aka "Mighty Whitey"!!🙏🙏❤❤

[@theschaapman]

This may be the best podcast I've ever seen.. Tony and Jason, absolutely love what you've created. Keep it coming👍 And Rodney, the Godfather, you've inspired me more than any single person ever and I want to thank you for everything you've given us. Not only for the plethora of tricks but for the board itself. Im proud to say, I have one of your original 500 almost uberlight's in mint condition and its my most prized possession! You guys are my heros🤟

[@mikemartinez9064]

Even though I didn’t skate freestyle growing up Rodney was always my favorite. He just looked like a wizard with his tricks. I love his TED/TEDX talks.

[@CSDonohue11]

I remember the 1st time I ever saw Rodney Mullen skate I was 8yo it was 1988 and My cousin Troy brought a video over with Rodney on His little Freestyle Board and the stuff He was doing BLEW MY MIND 🤯 It was the coolest ish I’d ever seen and I was hooked Then out of nowhere like 4mo later He wasn’t cool anymore and I was being teased for Loving Rodney Mullen I was like WTH How is this Dude not the raddest skater ever seen ?!! But … there was a time where He was hated on and not considered cool in skateboarding , for a few years Until The 90’s , when He changed The Game . Mad Respect Due Mr John Rodney Mullen Mighty Whitey Mutt You Are Thee Man Thank You Sir ✌️🙏

[@mtbmully8756]

So stoked you guys put this pod together and this week's was just next level. This could have run 12 hours and not felt like enough. Incredibly compelling, entertaining stuff. Is this where we put in our request for Rodney part 2? I can't be the only one wanting to hear what happened during that night session in Oxnard that Rodney referenced (along with pretty much anything else he would want to discuss). Keep up the fantastic work Tony and Jason, you dudes are the best.

[@patrickmena1241]

Absolutely the best thing I’ve watched in a long time. I’ve been skating since early 80’s and Mullen is my fav of all time. I remember being blown away when he made the transition to street skating with plan b. The GOAT.

[@The-nn6kr]

The first time I watched Virtual Reality and he pops the double flip to Casper…bro!

[@victorygarden5773]

These legends speaking from the heart. So rad. Thanks for posting this.

[@BlazeBadger]

I always loved and respected Mullen for his skating skill and creativity. But hearing him just talk and go over his craft in this group, dudes a legend sitting among legends no question.

[@jaypruett9503]

Rodney is the best, so stoked that I was able to meet him. He gave a speech at Gainesville library and there were only about 15 people there. He was just as inspiring as his Ted talks. He signed my Gainesville Green shirt and started laughing when he saw it. Thanks Rodney

[@Davivd2]

I love this dude. He's unrestrained and unapologetic passion.

[@Jesticles85]

i really wish Rodney would put more skate footage out there! He puts too much pressure on himself to always put out better and better stuff. He's waaaay past that now. It's magic every time he skates.

[@JasonRiveraLongshotProductions]

Rodney is one of the best parts of the Tony Hawk documentary. It was beautifully done and Tony was Great

[@GrowingDownUnder]

Everyone loves Rodney & Tony, 2 skateboard hall of famers and legends! His brain is just 1 in 8 billion, the tricks he was doing in his prime nobody else was doing and I still see skaters today discovering old tricks by rodney and they struggle to do them. He was ahead of his time and his old skate parts have aged like fine wine

[@NYRAD02]

Thanks So much Tony and Jason you guys made my year by having Rodney on ❤ sending Tons of love to you 3 and families Keep Shredding everyone much Love from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@hairmetalmougel4921]

Love this guy. So much inspiration just poor's out of him. I had to watch this episode 3 times and now I have to go skate. "Until the wheels fall off".

[@georgebarraza2472]

Just an awesome interview with the King of skateboarding the innovator of Every trick Skate boarders do, And not to mention he inspired me to start skateboarding again After a 15 year break And I still ride hard every day for hours at a time. And I'm 51 now, I'm in the best shape of my life. Thank you, and you guys are the best.

[@jessedemarcus5993]

Nice to see Mullen and hawk

[@sameasforevercanada]

This is awesome. At 35, I remember a lot of this during the start of my time on a board. That time, has and will never end. Skate til death.

[@CoolInOlympia]

What a great interview! Rodney had some great stories! Want to hear more, for sure!

[@barbariankungfu]

BEST INTERVIEW OF ANYONE EVER, LOL. NO JOKE, RODNEY IS A LIVING LEGEND. SO GLAD I WATCHED THIS! THANKS GUYS!

[@LuccianoNova]

I was having such a bad day and Rodney Jay and Tony just helped me so much

[@SaltyE6]

Finally!! I've watched every Rodney Mullen KZbin video. This one is one of the best. Love what you all are doing and thank you so much for it.

[@davidm7822]

This interview was fantastic. I grew up idolizing these guys ( I did meet Tony in ‘96 in Nashville and shook his hand). I’m 47 and skateboarding still has a profound effect on my life. Rodney is a genius. Thanks guys.

[@waxmania9868]

Birdhouse demo at XXX?

[@john15281]

I have waited for this conversation for forever!! So awesome to see how close Rodney and Tony are. Great show!

[@iamaglutton]

It’s awesome how down to earth Rodney is. And he also has this way with words. He’s so articulate but also so artistic and creative in his expression. Im sure he got a kick as well that they used his words as the title to Tony Hawk’s documentary. He truly is a poet both on and off the streets

[@realmentalpulse2622]

Great episode! I met Tony once at a board (snow and skate) show in 1997 in Portland. I was 26 walking through a crowd of 14 year olds and their parents towards him when I stick out this hat for him to sign, he takes it signs it, looks up and takes a step back....I am 6'2 and an athletic 235lbs ....I don't think he expected that.

[@clinchleatherwood1012]

Dang that hits hard about his parents. I've been playing music for 25 years and my parents have only seen me do it once live on stage. My sister came to one show and my older brother has never seen me play.

[@doingthings5735]

Fuck ‘em. Unless they just don’t like music, which is hard to believe. You’ve got it man.

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

That’s their loss, brethren.

[@SecretSpots]

Literally stopped working on a job to watch this. It's THAT important to me. All Hail Rodney! MASSIVE respect.

[@highginx]

Skaters can never be work slaves

[@bigben1986]

Tony: "The parallels of our life and how they intersect was that he went and started doing Ollie grabs on flat Jason: "oh you did that's right" Rodney: "because of you" Jason "you did the ollie indy air because Tony did the ollie indy air" Tony "I went and learned finger flips cause of him, and he learned air walks cause of me" Jason "Nooooooooooooooooooo Mate, Oh shit!!" lmao I would have had the same reaction and never knew how these 2 interacted. I'm an old School BMX rider and skater. I love this interview.,

[@stevegotseoul4341]

Rodney has always seemed to be super chill. Growing up I remember owning the VHS tapes of Rodney Mullen Vs Daewon Song series. Classic.

[@johncitizen8828]

We need a Part 2 of this interview.

[@QuincyKane]

Amazing episode! I could listen to Rodney talk for hours, so don't hesitate to have him back!

[@dertythegrower]

That intro.... yep. 5am and definitely watching this one later.

[@MrKylederp]

I'm lucky in in Japan cause it's 730 pm here haha

[@grizzyb4149]

Thank you guys. Rodney Mullen is the Oracle and Tony has always been giving props. Tony is a bastion of non contrived humility and is a legend. Aussie dudes story about his Dad name dropping Pink is hilarious. Subscribed

[@minnesocalgolf7182]

Rodney is such a beautiful soul man. Need more Rodney Mullens in the world

[@ParkingLotBacon]

This is one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen, regardless of topic. Thanks for letting us sit in on such a rad conversation. Could listen to you dudes talk story like this all day.

[@rogeriofsk8]

Watching from Brazil... Congrats Legends... Total inspiration... Obrigado!

[@mykep28]

Thank you guys for this amazing episode! I could listen to Rodney for hours and hours. He has some amazing stories and I'm sure there are so many he hasn't even shared. Damn, if he had a podcast it would be insane. I feel so blessed to have met him and got to watch him skate in person. It was like 1994-95, maybe a few years before that. It was the first time I had seen a Casper Flip and Darkslide and everything he did was mind blowing. -If you met someone like Lebron, who is one of the more popular basketball players of our time, he wouldn't have time to speak to you, he definitely wouldn't sign an autograph or anything like that. Now, there is Rodey Mullen, the creator of modern street skating, one of the best to ever touch a skateboard, basically if there was a section in the dictionary that said "Skate God" - it would be all about Rodney Mullen. So, if you happened to meet Rodney, he would actually find time to speak to you and not only that, he would actually be embarrassed if you asked for an autograph. He's that humble. He is just a great Human Being.

[@SharkTale92]

This man is truly something else. Thank you Rodney, for everything.

[@MarkCollins-hb1is]

As a kid in the 80's I started skating and I quit around 98 when I was 18... Tony and Rodney are 2 of my all time favorites... This video is fucking awesome... I love all 3 of these guys...

[@ClickoZen]

I loved hearing about the stories of "The Mighty Whitey" :D Knowing about his concerns about braveness and death, it was one of the most enjoyable conversations I've heard in a long time. PD. Jason is fucking hilarious. That reunion is so full of greatness it feels the table is about to levitate.

[@SabrinaMorris]

Super excited for this. I'm probably going to listen and watch, like and describe, multiple times.

[@muggsyboykins4393]

Had a smile on my face this whole damm interview, man what an inspiration and human Rodney is. Top notch content

[@skateboardingbrosshow]

‘79 Del Mar Hester Series. Folmer was skating the deep halfpipe, Wally was doing the orange and yellow tile backyard pool photo shoot, Gelfand (Hollywood , FL) flowed me a board/wheels and Olsen flipped me some 169’s. The keyhole was packed. I could not get a single practice run. The next moment everyone just migrates to the freestyle area to see Rodney skate. McGill (from NPR Florida) was there too. AG brings the Ollie, Rodney took the Ollie to every place he skated, Folmer (BocaRato) was Florida’s Brad Bowman. And then Rodney (one of my groms from Sensation Basin, (Gainesville, FL) blew freestyle and everyone’s mind. Add Mikey’s McTwist. Florida had a huge impact on skating. Add Kelly Slater… pretty impressive. Shout out to Basin locals!!!

[@SteeleWars]

Easily the best skateboarding podcast episode recorded. Congrats and thanks.

[@jaket8643]

I could listen to you guys talk all day everyday!!!!!

[@Anglercat]

So awesome! Thank you guys!

[@chadclements4464]

I dont think I have ever been more fixated on a TV than this interview, this is the golden footage everything else is after this. That's just me though