Kevin "Spanky" Long | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts - Episode 114

Kevin "Spanky" Long discusses growing up in Oak Park CA, getting on IG Boardshop, entering CASL contests, getting sponsored by Sixteen Skateboards, riding for City Stars, going on a Baker tour then getting on shortly after, filming for the Emerica video "This Is Skateboarding", Etch A Sketch art, partying to hard, getting his Baker board taken away, spending two weeks in quarantine after getting burned by Neckface, sobering up, getting his Baker board back, Baker 4 and much more!
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#Skateboarding #Podcast #Interview

[@rainwatson4105]

I literally watch these things like a movie. Find a chill episode, grab a bag of chips and a drink and just moss with some nine club. Id love to see an episode with greco.

[@yelnickmcwawa5858]

Rain Watson dude i do the same thing haha and hell yeah let's get greco on this

[@cesto1847]

facts same or ill just put this on while doing homework or graphics stuff lol

[@Dulc3B00kbyBrant0n]

Greco is the man

[@nvm9040]

We need a Greco and maybe a Boulala one if they can

[@hardhittaa]

I love listening to them while I'm playing my morning games of MtG on the computer, takes my mind back to the days of being 15 years old and waking up every morning and heading out to skate the entire day.

[@skaterx1685]

Lol chris like "its not in my dna to go up to a curb n do a slappy" FAST FORWARD TO NOW😂

[@nopeteys2424]

His “This is skateboarding” part with that Cure song is still to this day one of the best skate parts of all time in my opinion. He was so young and had such a raw sick style.

[@jakeswyers6601]

Didn’t realize how much I like this dude. This is the only podcast I watch and this is a good reason why, so sick to be able to get to sorta get to know these guys beyond the board.

[@delflambouras5351]

That's funny seeing Chris say at 21:00 that he "can't do slappy's... Yet" and now in almost every newer video he's inviting people to come for a slappy session on the curb 😂🤘 I love skateboarding

[@ForeverJade.D]

Still progressing after all these years lol

[@jerrylcrawford3815]

Kevin, it takes a lot to open up and allow yourself to be vulnerable in such a public way. Much respect

[@kendalllowe8381]

Love all the skaters coming forward talking about being sober. Reynolds, Neen, now Spanky! Inspiration in the skate world

[@oscaryeager5030]

fuckin quitters can't hack it

[@IndependentTrucks]

Hell yeah Kev!!!

[@CafeHueyLong]

Independent Trucks Hell yeah Independent!

[@leonid123ful]

Im really proud of him talking about therapy. Its not about being broken and getting fixed, its about improvement on some level.

[@SoothsayerWeatherman]

how can people hate on Kelly's laugh? the man is beautiful and it makes me so happy!

[@StrangeGiraffeMan]

“My memory cards not that big; There’s like some cool songs in the iPod but it’s like a… shuffle” -one of Kevin’s highlight quotes from this interview imo lmao

[@isiandris]

A Bryan Herman Episode would be great

[@jamalydude]

Lars-Anders been dying for a herm 9 club

[@ilikeemerica9619]

Come on 9 club Herman Herman Herman Herman

[@preciousbash]

LET"S MAKE THAT HAPPEN 9 CLUB!!!

[@DrDustan]

hell yeah a Bryan episode would be dope

[@alwankaharuddin4755]

We want Herman!!!!

[@christopherlopez2491]

I can't thank you guys enough for these interviews, I have learned so much from these pros I admire getting sober and prioritizing their life and focusing on skate boarding.

[@estebanbarraza1621]

This is the one episode, I've been waiting for since the nine Club started. I just lost my apartment. So this episode came at perfect time.

[@OGecalien]

What happened?

[@HasturSejanus]

Best of luck my g

[@76soulider]

I got 5 on it

[@estebanbarraza8369]

Crazy how fast five years went by

[@DuffmanOhNo]

Wellllllllll we are back huh, we are back at the nine club everybody....

[@Diabetesmonster]

Kelly-"hahahahahahahahahaha" rumor has it, he is still laughing.

[@sallytims6894]

But still no "hey heyyy hey" :(

[@DuffmanOhNo]

Still waiting for it... soon.

[@sallytims6894]

@@DuffmanOhNo it's gonna make me laugh out loud at work if it happens, perfectly fine with that

[@DuffmanOhNo]

@@sallytims6894 I work from home most of the time, but feel like it's going to get me when I least expect it. Give the people what they want CROB!

[@tysonrinker5958]

Really cool That you guys picked Monday to release the episodes, it makes monday's a lot better the best part of the day for sure.

[@TheCoreyDeal]

Especially when they actually come out on Mondays lmao

[@tysonrinker5958]

@@TheCoreyDeal I know. They didn't post one this week, they took a week off. So I just listened to an old classic episode in it's place. Things will be back to normal next monday.

[@TheCoreyDeal]

Tyson Rinker gotcha. Didn’t see that until after I commented that

[@thunderwood]

It was really brave of him to be so open about his life. I loved his part in This Is Skateboarding and hope to see more footage in the future 👊🏽

[@danielkeenan6426]

I am so happy he got the baker board back. I know that was a long time ago. But I think that was a rad thing they did to give him a board again.

[@notch7751]

His Stay Gold part is my all time favorite! Thanks. Sunny Suljic

[@simongerbaud2182]

that's odd

[@notch7751]

Simon Gerbaud , what's odd?

[@simongerbaud2182]

King Notsh well it’s pretty much his worse part

[@notch7751]

Simon Gerbaud , oh you're talking about the Stay Gold part. Isn't that subjective though? The part hypes me up to go skate that's why it's tops on my personal favorite list

[@joshco3090]

This is skateboarding, that is all

[@waxkevorkian7884]

Every time Crob says ‘you’re the man’ take a sip of your La Croix. That’s such a great naked guy story! Probably best ever!

[@mattkuncaitis6900]

Hahah with Kelly just laughing uncontrollably for like 5 minutes straight to where you almost cant hear the story

[@SkateJunk]

Or every time he says "yeah right" ahaha

[@DuffmanOhNo]

@@SkateJunk "Yeah right" smirks and side eyes

[@fenderskirt66]

One of the best ep's to date. Kevin is super humble and an equally amazing skateboarder. Well done!

[@rolandramirez4557]

Very cool. Could you guys get Figgy Figueroa on? that'd be a good one.

[@alexisperez24ap]

Leo Romero on the 9 club 👍🏽

[@0finale]

Spanky is my all time favorite!! That style is so good, love the old Baker dayzz!

[@Waxiestgrain911]

The only interview I’ve watched all the way through. Love Kev. Keep up the good work!

[@mucaslyers3711]

Love the conversations about relaxing/breathing and the psychology of skaters

[@walterbardwell739]

Jim Greco or Eric Ellington next

[@AdamGFilm]

I have never heard Kelly laugh so damn hard. Amazing.

[@thomasrainbow]

Most likely an overly sentimental comment because I'm getting old finally... but, I just realized being almost 40 that skateboarders and skateboarding culture will always be my home and where I'm from. I watch a lot of comedian podcasts, I watch Netflix, tv shows, go to concerts, follow bands, artists, etc but skateboarding, even just the history and everyone one involved from a 12 year old kid practicing on their driveway to Jamie Thomas or Spanky long here, there is nothing better than skateboarding. I think it's one of the best art forms ever. I just really appreciative what skateboarding has brought into my life. Thanks for the show Nine Club.

[@bennyshambles]

Thomas Rainbow I totally relate. I’m the same age and even though I would stop paying attention for a few years, I always come back to skateboarding. Nine Club is responsible for pulling me in again.

[@lukewienkes2931]

Honestly one my favorite 9 club podcasts yet! Keep it up guys!!

[@SWWonders]

Holy shit y’all are killing it here lately with the guests

[@damirplicanic4190]

Respect to Corey and Nine Club, but that one was snoosefest

[@fingerboards8405]

Let’s get some more baker dudes on here god dammit

[@travismonahan7225]

Rowan zorilla!!!

[@cinemasnitch3959]

brian ambs amen

[@kyledwyier2328]

And then Brian comes in and we switch up the tempo... #StewieGriffin

[@s5nna813]

this is all i wish for

[@mosmith3026]

J Strickland!! Knox Godoy!!!

[@TheChickenFuneral]

"I don't know, my memory card's not that big, there's like some cool songs in the ipod but it's a shuffle"

[@TheJordimack]

Get Julien Stranger or John Cardiel on!!

[@mirraco323]

Jordan Aquino Cardiel would be nuts.

[@HasturSejanus]

Jordan Aquino Cardiel needs a special episode

[@dbag3345]

NorCal dudes don't seem to fuck with the show

[@acghoul6907]

1. Jason Dill 2. Bill Strobeck 3. Giovanni Reda 4. Nakel Smith 5. Spanky my favorite interviews so far....

[@masonmcconnell9375]

Remember watching this is skateboarding and seeing him for the first time been a huge fan ever since.

[@cptafar]

Great episode, his story is so good, from having it all, to loosing it all, to working to get it back. You can see he's really comfortable riding his board with a unique style. Also I believe he is the king of Instagram, no one does it better than him. Actually I think Ed tries soo hard to beat Spanky, but fall shorts to Spanky's wit

[@MauroSkt]

ps: this is like the 4th episode in a row that CROB says he was on Welcome to Hell. he's so proud

[@chetsteadman6110]

Hes mentioned it in probably 2/3 of the episodes

[@linnsterlingcurebeliefinad1725]

Well dude that was the top 5 vids of lol time.

[@MANNYBASSFISHING]

Thanks for having Mark Walberg on the show.......👊👏

[@lxrzd]

I’m glad all my comments encouraging you guys to get Spanky on has finally paid off! Such a sick episode, dudes!!!!

[@GenesisJetpack]

such a sick honest dude

[@bengrowin7222]

I so hope cyril jackson and figgy are in the line up near future thank you guys for doing the nine club it makes me feel way closer to skateboarding ive been out with a back injury for 5 months now and i look forward to this show thanks again.

[@mathyewcoliss]

Thanks you for the shoowwwww like ive know this skater since im a kind tru the movie but never had a real good interview of is life ... this is f**king amazing thanks guyss 🙏🏽

[@jesuschrist1766]

Alcohol is insidious, green is the way, only after your chores are done...I still remember that cover picture and your intense focus, one of greatest handrail photos!! Glad you had good good friends!! Skate boarding will change your life!

[@the_ancient_ways]

Really relatable episode. Mad love Kevin!

[@shredsville7409]

This was a beautiful episode. Thanks guys. Been waiting for this one. 👊

[@bennyshambles]

Glad I finally saw this. Really stoked to see you doing well these days and back to ripping, Kevin. Much love, dude.

[@rvcasurf]

Amazing episode - congrats Spanky!

[@denisr7710]

huge props for that Cohen t-shirt! I first heard a Leonard Cohen’s song thanks to Spanky’s part in Baker Deathwish video

[@SuperSteinin]

Hell yeah! Always love for spankys style, both on board and with the stuff he wears and makes together with rvca and art wise. Interesting, well spoken mt long and a great interview! Best 9 club so far.

[@mcloven9024]

Kevin is such a good guy

[@mikekirkland1]

Great to hear spanky advocating mindfulness. Great episode, love his skating and his artwork.

[@SergioBosatra]

BEST 9 CLUB INTERVIEW. Humblest, most honest, sickest skater. Kevin Spanky Long.

[@microchrist6122]

PD never dies!

[@ForrestBells]

I’ve always been hyped by Kevin’s skate style. Wall rides slappys his flow!! I’m halfway through this and hyped to skate.. I’m gonna go skate and finish this when I’m done !!

[@edgr7440]

Dayuuuuum "Special Guest " SPANKY!!👊👋👋👋👋👋

[@pofty]

Get Kareem Campbell on the show!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tysonrinker5958]

Yeah that wluikd be another nine club moment 4 sure

[@microchrist6122]

He comes up every episode, it’s time!

[@michaelgoda7150]

capastick why

[@jamalydude]

Been saying for 1 year let’s go Kareem

[@jacobrodriguez2098]

I've been wondering if they have problems or something cause it's been a long time coming

[@creekertodd]

Another epic show, thanks for the honesty Kevin!

[@HardlyBrandon]

work at 5, but this is critical.

[@michaelgoda7150]

senses71 where u live

[@HardlyBrandon]

Sacramento CA

[@ClassicDankMeds]

Kelly has the most contagious laugh.

[@typ044]

Sweet, just got back from a camping trip and been wondering the whole time who would be on, very stoked to watch this one!

[@Laurentprimeau]

nine club's been throwing some heavy ones these past few weeks thanks guys!!

[@danielhartmann7393]

Watching this in 2021 and hearing Crob say "I'm not gonna go up to a curb and do a slappy. It's just not in my DNA"... that statement aged like fine milk 😂

[@preciousbash]

YAZZZZ!! Nine Club we are back in biznuzzzzz!! You were in an awesome groove for quite a time, and then you bummed me WAAAY OUT. I have been waiting for this!!! LUVS ME SOME KSL!!!! He is such a squeeb!!! Let's keep it on track and keep the great guests coming. I always check to see who your guest is for the week at like 5am here in NYC every Monday and it has been a while since I have pressed play on an episode. SICK!!! I have missed watching this!!!!

[@rtk90083]

Your the man spanky!! Loved this interview

[@UggMugg7]

Dope escapist sticker in the background. Thanks for repping KC

[@moonposture5542]

Yes!!! Now give us Dustin Dollin :}

[@seymourcutts6952]

Moon Posture they need subtitles for that

[@brettartie]

@@seymourcutts6952 youtube has a CC option available, just need to enable it, although it might not be accurate for his voice haha

[@christopherlopez2491]

he was on last week

[@christopherlopez2491]

and that was one of the best nine clubs.

[@dickmcsweeney7192]

I don't think that was Dustin Dollin last week y'all.

[@32cactusking]

Awesome, been wanting this one for a while!

[@MrFreeman516]

Absolutely fantastic interview. What a great human being

[@raficoorey]

Kevin is very well articulated! Thoroughly enjoyed this one!

[@JAWS_164]

i remember the vertical Vampire was in the This is Skateboarding boarding video

[@erichazucha645]

You guys have to interview Dustin Dollin

[@FreshRumblePie]

Been waiting for this one. Another great episode!

[@TomClifford]

Nine club and Kev are gold ! Another great episode, thx

[@aminestoisthebesto806]

I’m at @29:22 - this part of the video when I realize Spanky would probably do really well with any type of editing software. I’m nearly in the same boat, beside me getting my GED, but I’ve been fucking with music production software since I was 13 and I’m 25 now and I am currently making the best music I’ve ever heard. I don’t say that pridefully, I say that with complete factual conviction. If anyone wants to listen to my electronica music works, they will realize that my creative input is something new to the world of music. A lot of my most impressive works have yet to be released, but when I play them to select audiences(and this is dance music that I am talking about) they all can vibe and groove to what I am creating. I went to a charter school for the performing arts, but graduated myself early, do to a lack of compatible progression. I was teaching myself about musical composition at a faster rate than any school would teach me at! This is because my IQ is very high. Higher IQs have a tendency to teach themselves complicated, but yet understandable things, to the higher mind. Skateboarding is something I found so beautiful, because it was so complicated, but yet so understandable. If you simply emulate what you see other skaters doing to perform certain tricks you are able to accomplish the same results. I do not see sports such as baseball, basketball, and football, ruling the future of American Olympic attention. Action sports will be the leading art of athletic ability.

[@Stinky2055]

“Anyway spanky” part had me dying 😂

[@lovelesstv]

Neal Mims soon, please! For all of us in our early 30's, watching Feedback every morning before going out to the park in our teen years; we'd love to hear from him.

[@davestowers5389]

Nice on the spot articulation of the shit that goes down in life, and how to deal. Life IS crazy. Much love from Bellingham WA Kevin. Nice work.

[@aleclikespie19]

Thoroughly enjoyable video. Spanky’s the goat!

[@Lersifer]

Spanky starts talking. His emerica this is skateboarding part song gets stuck in my head instantly.

[@emericaclay1]

My favorite episode in a while!

[@AdamCeladin]

Freaking Awesome Guys !!! I would love to see on the show - Dustin Dollin !!!

[@QuakeNukem]

"Sometimes a weird hair comes out and im like who are you?"

[@druidarreynolds4303]

Good one guys,I pissed my pants. Thanks for the show

[@Jrod32391]

I like that he has a tough time recalling how old he was it tells you he doesn’t live his life off the past or what he’s accomplished. Always looking forward good or bad.

[@alexcorona]

I can confirm the CRob getting hurt while sleeping thing because I somehow managed to fracture my foot the same way. Thank you so much for this episode! Going to forget all about my pain while watching this.

[@barrels5262]

Finally a pro who's willing to spill the beans

[@zadekeys2194]

Awesome interview Kevin! Esp re recovery, heading towards 3 years myself. Much love from Cape Town!

[@edwardduarte7393]

This interview was great. Lost my mom too. 5 years sober as well! Stopped smoking too!

[@iownahilux6840]

The nine club makes me look forward to mondays Thanks 9 nine club

[@bakerjaht]

Seeing this thumbnail made me so happy, thank you nine club 🙏 🙏

[@ChiraqLegendzTV]

God i love kevin so much he is so wholesome i will buy any of his boards

[@ethanbrigil1569]

Hell yea nine club gonna be a good one

[@thetruthisadeadlyweapon5334]

I remember eons ago reading a Spanky interview where he was quoted saying things, ending sentences with "situation, what I do"

[@sologuitardeath]

That hotel story is one of the best stories I've ever heard!

[@The_kookclub]

Now Emerica needs to give him a fucking shoe because of the work he puts out, hell out of all the people on the Emerican Kevin is the only one that consistency puts out footage/art/content. He has proven time and again he is a fucking shredder.

[@MrTetedefouine]

Great guys!! Was expecting more on the Made 2 era. Baker 4 soooonnnnn !

[@ImAnEmergency]

Man I respect Spanky so much more after this

[@raceadvantage]

Another winner! Great episode, as always guys!

[@Jg-ki4hw]

Geoff Rowley anytime soon?

[@Rasec1120]

They talked about him on an Experience episode (can't remember which one) but he said he does want to come on but when he has more going on. Which might be soon since he just released his new board brand ? I don't know. Would love to see that episode as well.

[@MaynardOwns]

@@Rasec1120 I just watched it. It's up but I'm sure you know already.

[@joefoley1079]

Great episode always loved his style and his trick selection