Lizzie Armanto on her Devastating Slam, the Path to Recovery, & Overcoming Adversity

[@XGames]

Lizzie Armanto is the definition of remaining cool under pressure. Glad you're feeling better Lizzie!

[@DyZaster.]

Seriously!!! Man I'm glad she's doing better... I mean, it went from 0-60 in a few seconds!!! Glad you're doing ok Lizzie!!! I actually wanted to watch the Tokyo Olympics mostly due to the Action Sports and Athletics/Track and Field events....

[@leo8049]

Holy shit the X Games comments on shit? Awesome! Whoever runs their social media pages deserves a raise! And should hire me because working for the X Games would be a dream job.

[@DUNNOboutYOU]

yea calm for not telling them to stfu after cutting her off every time she tried talking

[@joshuagary603]

@ghostdancing lmao

[@kaylaparker5209]

My mimmlove imimim immimim imiimmmimimimimmm Yy nhny hhuh by y Thank y’all again so proud for the new new year and a a good good weekend to all of your heart happy happy by tyou Thank

[@justinsettle_]

19:40 is the clip of the slam. so gnarly

[@JB182Dog]

Thanks for that. Especially useful since they don't announce when they're about to show the video (understandable podcast newbie mistake, hah)

[@James_cowley]

Fuck! At that speed my knees would buckle at the bottom.

[@drumboarder1]

I've had slams that were equivalent to both slams she had but never at the same time.. Can't imagine getting back on a board after that. What a trooper

[@dylanbeamer_9220]

Thank you King

[@mario6148]

That’s one of the gnarliest slams I’ve ever seen.

[@mikemalsam5216]

The footage is crazy. What a trooper to come through the whole ordeal and still want to keep skating. That’s dedication.

[@alanhersch4617]

It was 100 times worse than I thought it would be. Idk how she has no permanent damage from that. Absolutely brutal

[@nicholaslanger824]

A lot of people are talking shit about how tony and wolf interrupted Lizzie a bunch and I agree they weren’t perfect but I also felt like tony provided some meaningful context to the situation being the head guy on birdhouse (where the slam took place at) that Lizzie may have been too humble to say herself and wolf gave a sympathetic outsiders take on the situation, and he’s a fucking Aussie who just loves talking shit but so what he’s real at the end of the day. Y’all need to calm down.

[@iamtherobber3444]

They can say their share that's fine but a podcast when you have a guest should be about the guest.

[@theharvardyard2356]

I agree. People just want to find something to be offended about. "Tony was acting misogynistic,," fuck the hell off.

[@hi_tech_reptiles]

She also obv needed help and guidance - shes a skater not a damn podcaster lol. Plus this is their first podcast anyway. Probably helped though to have them laughing and talking with her instead of just letting her attempt to recount everything with zero questions.

[@feezible]

Good comment

[@Arms2]

@@hi_tech_reptiles I was gonna say something similar. She’s not a very good storyteller to be brutally honest. She’s telling this crazy story like she’s reading the nutrition facts on the back of a cereal box. I saw Hawk and Ellis jumping in as them improving the story and adding context. It did get a bit annoying towards the end tho.

[@elliotgolfs9335]

I really really wish they would stop interrupting her and just let her tell it!

[@harlimlefeore]

Came here to say this. “Tell your story” continuously interrupts her and tells bits of her story 🙈

[@usernotfound904]

Adderrall

[@hi_tech_reptiles]

She obviously needs some guidance. Shes a skater, not a podcaster. Their job is to make her feel comfortable and guide the conversation and I think they helped that.

[@hi_tech_reptiles]

@ who the hell would sue them? It's obvious Tony is going to and has taken care of her, and like he said no one has ever fallen into the gap up til now. It sucks that it happened to her, and shes a badass for skating after it. But theres always risk and probably tons of releases of liability, but this seems like a learning experience for all of the skating community. Let's do that instead of witch hunting people, and try to be safer but just as gnarly - theres always risk.

[@idmhead0160]

@@hi_tech_reptiles Yeah, let's hope people don't put pressure on her to do something else stupid. They put a van on a forklift between a giant gap with a 25 foot drop. What could go wrong??? A van that was shaking and getting ready to fall by Tony's own admission. They all looked like a bunch of reckless fools to me.

[@punchsmack]

“So, that’s your van trick?” Damn, Ellis is hilarious! Maybe the wrong joke to say, but now that’s she’s okay, it fits. Thanks for sharing Lizzie. I’m proud of you. Keep being you.

[@OscarGoldmanMusic]

I really enjoyed this however I wish lizzie did not get cut off so much.. I understand that they wanna tell their side and explain what the size of the ramp is but honestly lizzie is the guest and she should not have talked as little as she did.. she said a few times I'm not at that part yet let me get there.. anyways love the concept and hope you build it to something great

[@Sebastian-eg5iu]

Yeah, I could hardly get through this episode because I was so frustrated listening to her get interrupted

[@childishjambino9281]

They brought her on to tell her story and then spent the whole time bragging about how bad it was for her without really letting her explain the story

[@jessekindt8977]

I’m 32 minutes in and it’s incredibly grueling trying to hear this story without these dudes interrupting. Let her fucking talk

[@Redhippo55]

I KNOW RIGHT!

[@kelseys5807]

Bossman likes to talk.

[@NickofTimeDetails]

Lizzie, is an incredible human. Her dedication to skateboarding is absolutely amazing. That slam was fucking insane tho. Was totally hard to watch. I saw it one time, and I’ll never see it again, nor do I want to.

[@theglitch_713]

Wait till someone releases the best slams of the year compilation. (@HallofMeat)

[@macewindu3185]

So damn excited to have Ellis and Hawk back, Tony Hawks voice is so nostalgiac and magical to hear interview from all the times I used to hear him on Sirius

[@perstimppa]

Finally the Birdman has a pod! I'll listen to Tony until the day I die. Also mad respect to Lizzie, she took that trauma like a champ, much love from 🇫🇮

[@bobgnarlyxl]

Tony "I just want to clarify" Hawk

[@Battlegroundinho]

Hahahah

[@dannyarensberg1015]

LOL

[@slapdisgaem6601]

Facts. He interrupted her so much, it was too hard to watch the entire thing. Seemed like he wants to clarify to not get bad rep, however it makes him look misogynistic as he keeps interrupting her ever 30 seconds.

[@ultimomondocannibale6084]

@@slapdisgaem6601 He probably would’ve interrupted her less if she knew how to stay on point or give the information that she’s being asked about without veering off or not giving context to any of what/who she’s talking about. It’s like she’s only telling the story to these two dudes who she knows personally, and also know most of what/who she’s talking about, she’s not focussed on telling the story for the audience who have (probably) way less knowledge on any of what they’re talking about.

[@shishi1079]

@@slapdisgaem6601 misogynistic???? rude at most!! you people learn a word and just say it!! he was just providing context. chill cause theyre on one team and theyre friends you people may be upset he interrupted her but i dont think there were any bad intentions nor lizzie was in any way upset from that so..... mysoginistic is a really wrong word. not even close

[@BEP1396]

Lizzie is an idol of mine already and this just put her above everyone else for me! She’s amazing!

[@chetmiller523]

I broke my back back in March 2021. It paralyzed me for a while. I’m finally starting to move my legs again. And I can’t wait to get back on a skateboard… truly inspirational Lizzie. Thank you guys for the podcast. Y’all are my hero’s

[@brianl3766]

I broke my back in '98. Hate to say it, but quitting skating is probably in your best interest, at least the "tricks" part. Carving a mini ramp/bowl with an occasional stall would probably be okay. I speak from my personal experience. Doctors had to take bone from my hip to recreate my L2, and installed a metal plate and screws from L1 to L3. Exercise exercise exercise. Good luck man.

[@chriskunce3331]

Wow that was intense. She is such a badass. Definitively an inspiration to me. I’m 47 and came back to skating after 32 years last year. I tore my PCL and doing rehab now. Her determination makes me want to work even harder to get back on my board 🤘😎🤘

[@amphibeingmcshpongletron5026]

So inspiring. I shattered my wrist and had it surgically reconstructed with titanium plates and screws, but it essentially ended my skating career (hobby, I was no pro lol). I got back on a board for a couple years after I recovered, but it was NEVER the same. With that plus all the other falls I'd taken, including a broken tailbone and dislocated shoulder from snowboarding, I'd lost all my mojo and only cruised around. I stopped taking any risks and doing risky tricks or stunts. Besides as a means of transport and mild fun from small hills and ramps, I was essentially done. This almost makes me want to get back in shape and get on a board again. Props to Lizzie. She's rad as fuck.

[@P4Eight]

As long as you can roll, Ollie etc.. It's still fun.

[@jimbeam-ru1my]

"Definitively an inspiration to me." find an inspiration that can make it over a gap.

[@northshoregruni]

She ate shit like no other and 6 month later she is back at the dew tour! The heaviest hit you can take to your body and she took it like a legend! Nothing but respect for her beeing still in the game 🤘

[@jaketopia406]

Matt Macduff’s death loop crash

[@jaketopia406]

Only thing I can think that compares

[@northshoregruni]

@@jaketopia406 if we stay with skateboarding the only one comparable is jake brown.

[@jaketopia406]

@@northshoregruni oh god yea that and Macduff’s were arguably worse but I mean does it even matter once you get to falling off a mega ramp or feature xD

[@northshoregruni]

@@jaketopia406 haha true, i would have died either way 😄

[@Juicemagtv]

Lizzie has been a warrior since day one, breaking down walls for women's skateboarding and conquering the loop and everything in else in sight and now this mega ramp chapter is just so gnarly. Truly incredible. Lizzie is such a badass and it's so cool to see her skating again. Thank you for the inspiration Lizzie! Great podcast Tony and Jason. It's great to hear your voice again Ellis!

[@chris84x7]

Good podcast, yall kinda interrupt a lot, but still solid 👌 Lizzies gnarly man

[@LJ7000]

After hearing about this slam I'm a bigger fan than I was previously, for some reason? Just can't help but increase respect how she handled it, calm and collected.

[@typingreallyfast]

Same with me, strangely enough. She's strong and brave, that's for sure.

[@bassmetalheadbang]

yea not gonna lie im going straight to watch her new footage. Cant wait to see her bs flip on vert!

[@RadioTrashKid]

YOU GUYS! I legit cried! I can't imagine going through what Lizzie went through. So much respect for her. The girl is a BEAST! A true athlete.

[@Themuchies17]

Crazy story! I still think they should have called 911 for an ambulance. I get that they worried about her being taken to Tri-City but as a EMT myself. I know that the ambulance (medic/EMT) would have taken her to a trauma center which Tri city isn’t due to her injury and how high of a fall she had. They most likely would have taken her to Palomar hospital or Scripps La Jolla which is where she ended up after being taken too Scripps Encinitas which isn’t a trauma center and had to be transported to La Jolla which all could have been avoided if they called 911. Plus, it’s a bit risky to move someone that has had that big of a fall if you don’t know what you are doing. You could end up doing more harm than good.

[@jspaulding4106]

Dude, I've been sitting on this one for so long, not sure when I would be prepared to watch it. This was so fucking good. I totally love everything about Lizzie. What a major trauma, and what a fucking badass. I hope she never has to experience anything like that again. I love Ellis's fascination with the story and the situation. I love Tony's genuine fatherly concern, love, care and support. As a guy who's had some significant injuries (I'm no vert or mega skater by any means), and a guy raising 2 girls, I felt this podcast and story from so many angles. Cheers, boys. Rock on, Lizzie!

[@Time-Shepherd.]

Old time Australian skateboarder here, just watched this epp for the second time & absolutely loving what you guy's are doing. ✨️❤️‍🔥👏

[@graxjpg]

“You’re a friggin’ warlord, you will laugh.” Ellis summing up what a beast Lizzie is in the best way

[@theglitch_713]

Oh my god Lizzie. I don't think you understand how much respect you've gained from the skate community. If you can take a slam that hard and come back from something like that? I love you. Respect.

[@dentonvisual]

Congratulations boys, This is the start of a new era. Jason, the "So, That's your van trick?" I thought was hilarious.

[@MediocreTCG]

I woke my daughter up howling.

[@Trackmaster6434]

So glad Lizzie is recovering well! She is amazing. Her talent and toughness are unquestioned. She is a warrior!

[@sayjilva6673]

This was great. Man I love Lizzie. Her style, personality, and just everything. Glad she’s back! Lizzie for the gold letsssss goooooo

[@BeeOutside85]

Love. Love. Love. This idea. Reminds me of my childhood when Tony would do his tours all across America with the boys. Love that these two are working together again

[@VeeVeeArcher]

I'm so glad it wasn't worse. I'm so glad for Lizzie +her family, friends and fans that she is still here and doing well.

[@idmhead0160]

Yes. Let's hope no one puts pressure on her to do anything else stupid. Whoever setup that ramp and put a van on a forklift in a giant gap was reckless IMHO and I think that goes for Tony too.

[@TLDT]

Lizzie is such a sweetheart and a badass. Glad you made it through and continue to have a great attitude. Just got back into skating and I really admire your riding. Tony really loves you! Hope everyone stays safe.

[@kus88]

I've had those moments in skateboarding when I've completely forgotten how to skate, or drop in and just be like "ok that was weird"... luckily i was never skating anything remotely close to a mega ramp

[@austinsturgeon3]

''this is lizzies story to tell'' proceeds to talk over her the entire hour podcast interupting her every 30 seconds

[@FireBros33]

stop hatin

[@qualmsone8308]

Lmao

[@andrewblanchette4415]

Oh whaaah whaah.

[@mchepen]

the interruptions are a nice break from hearing the word ''like'' every 3 other words tho

[@esaedvik]

@@FireBros33 It's true though, but he interrupts in a nice way.

[@theprofilelost]

It’s funny because it’s like Tony Hawk is doing the interview like she’s not there. Instead of talking to her directly he’s talking to the other interviewer. Lol

[@nil4309]

It's because Jason doesn't know the story so he's trying to explain the magnitude of the situation as he was there also

[@daniel_skates]

Lizzie has always been one of my favorite skaters, and hearing her tell the story about this insane slam and her determination to get back to skateboarding so quickly makes me an even bigger fan! She's truly an inspiration. Best of luck in Tokyo! 🤙🛹

[@agevan6735]

Lizzie!!! You are a LEGEND!! From an Aussie who broke his back Skating last year, in China, and is now back on his board! Great story, Roll on !

[@mikesearcy9151]

Amazing story. Amazing perseverance. I mean, to make it through that podcast being interrupted so much and she stayed until the end. She's a warlord! Seriously though, incredible that Lizzie got back on a board, let alone rip again. Great stuff. Can't wait for more of this podcast but it's downhill from here...

[@catwilson6898]

Oh my god I was one of those people wondering where she was in the van video. So happy to hear she is recovering. What a wild story and her mental strength in the middle of uncertainty is so incredible. The BADDEST skater out there.

[@DanyAcostaOfficial]

I just graduated with my Bachelor's in Social Work, so high five to that social worker!!! Dude Liz Im so happy you're okay :) Love the birdhouse team!!!

[@johnnyresin]

I knew there was a reason when I was shopping for a helmet I got the Lizzie signature! Dude, so fucking brutal. Thank you for still being here 💚💚💚

[@mizzle1788]

Tony is worse than Steve-O with interrupting people 😂

[@HollyRollerCowboy]

Almost as bad as Bert..

[@danielcantrell3786]

I was just thinking that. Let her speak, Tony!

[@CoDiStHeOdIs]

He wants her to tell the story the way he would tell it lol

[@RKWDBMX]

seriously I couldn't watch this.

[@inabitdogshit]

what you mean is... Argghhh shut up. LET HER SPEAK!

[@ER_aka_RAM]

Lizzie is forever blessed and loved... Tony’s admiration and care is second to none. Super stoked to she her prevail and continue doing what she does best. 🤙🏽

[@DD-wy2bx]

Listening too Jason ask direct questions this whole podcast and never getting a direct answer was mindblowing

[@jasminemoorehead9710]

Exactly. Come on.

[@fullstacklogan]

we never got to hear about how much pain it was!

[@KevinsDisobedience]

This guy is great! Thank god he was here to move the story forward and offer color commentary. This podcast is going to be great!

[@BDTPBO]

Heavy interview. I really hope she’s able to get back to 100% I can’t imagine not being freaked out trying gnarly shit after a traumatic slam like that.

[@justneagle]

Hawk & Ellis, seeing them together brings me back to the gigantic skatepark tour days. Great show guys!

[@richiereacts3875]

I've been waiting to see the slam when they announced it on instagram, it was so much worse than I could have imagined. Props to you Lizze for getting back on the board!

[@todd_harrison4500]

I was just telling a 51yr old skater at my local skatepark about the HvW podcast. I haven't seen him there since, but I've just found out he had a stack, broke his hip and had to have a replacement!! I hope he sees this and how well Tony's doing as encouragement!🤘

[@chadiverson]

She lived one of those nightmares where you take a crazy fall and when you hit the ground, you wake up.

[@shawn9922]

I found a new hero to look up to thanks to my first hero Tony Hawk. Started skateboarding again this month after taking 8 years out and I couldn't be happier going into my 30's. Lizzie your my new inspiration and I'm so grateful to have heard your amazing come back story! 🤘

[@dmvtiedye]

"Sprained my kidney" 😂

[@chickenlegs4553]

Wow what a hammer. Lizzie is a beast. Thank you to Tony Hawk for not letting the podcast derail too much. I know Jason Ellis was a legend back in the day but I have a hard time respecting someone who keeps cutting everyone off. Especially being a former radio host you’d think he would understand cadence and podcast etiquette, it’s not like there is Zoom lag/delay. Sounds like a drunk guy at a party.

[@eriiksen1517]

Jason don’t stop with the joking at making the situations light-hearted. I’m cracking up over here. ‘Give me your most powerful pain pills, and don’t ask me another question about it!’ Lmao

[@sincerelyjamae]

also dude I love Tony Hawk. I don’t really skate but him as a person seems so wonderful. Like he seems like a genuinely kind and caring human being that I just appreciate all the things he does. Thank you for all the positive contributions you’ve made to the world Mr. Hawk.

[@needy3535]

Tony hawk at like 80: "Oh we're goin."

[@rawxtir]

Lizzie is so frickin cool. Cheers for filming this conversation.

[@cr9843]

Holy F. So glad she’s okay.

[@jonnygranville281]

Wow. What a champ. God bless her. Glad she's ok.

[@davehause8571]

They actually didn't need Lizzy for this interview. It was basically Hawk and Wolf talking to each other about Lizzie's slam.

[@_m_m4]

I think this just became my new favorite podcast…. ❤️❤️

[@Richard.Yoplait]

Lizzie said the word "like" 987 times during this podcast. Glad you're back you savage!

[@vanmhughes]

sometimes it's "like" every other word! gnarly!

[@bennippard8491]

First episode!!!! So sick, lizzie is so awesome

[@dopetype]

Holy shit let the woman speak. Jesussss, first and last episode I’ll listen to, deadass. Respect you Tony, but damn. Also I hope they gave her like $300k for her having to sit through this. And the accident lol

[@rahmahadinegoro4396]

I’m crying over this video. Huge respect!!

[@Skapo]

51:30 That's rad that she had the presence of mind to not sign any papers while under duress. In America you end up signing away rights & stuff. In my case a while back when I broke my elbow cap off, they drugged me up then had me sign the papers while under copious amounts of pain killers. Turns out I signed away my ability to transfer to an in-network hospital where my insurance would have covered everything. (Usually you can transfer within 24 hours if your stay is multiple days & your insurance will transfer) I had to pay for major surgery out of pocket which set me back financially for years. All so the hospital could make a few extra bucks on the back end of the surgery. Seriously awesome that she was able to get someone not under the extreme stress of major injury & pain killers to help her navigate the situation.

[@idmhead0160]

Yes, it is unfortunate that the US is the only developed country that doesn't have universal health care. Medicare for All now!

[@sgt.lincolnosiris4111]

I've had a broken arm and almost cut my index finger off with a machete. I'm allergic to pain meds so I went through everything sober, didn't sign shit and walked out and haven't paid a dime since. Fuck them.

[@jeanpaulalavoine6882]

I've had slams, I've seen slams, but this is something else... You're very brave lizzy, we're proud of you. Listen to the tips Tony can give you, and also to what your body tells you. And congrats on your wedding from all of the old school French skaters. Jean-Paul

[@BeccaHasThoughts]

WOW!!! I saw Skye Brown's fall (which was super nasty!) and her comeback. Lizzie's is easily the worst I've seen! (If there's worse, I haven't seen it.) Now, Lizzie is headed to the freaking Olympics!! Talk about Girl Power!?!?!?! 💪🦸‍♀️🛹

[@BeccaHasThoughts]

@These_boot8 Yeah, that was a brutal slam! He was super lucky his injuries weren't a lot worse!

[@jarnold1789]

@These_boot8 Man I can hardly imagine how anyone could slam harder than Jake Brown did. I remember watching it with my friends in middle school with our jaws on the floor. Haha these mega ramp and vert skaters are a different breed

[@dutchmckracken9025]

Lizzie is the most amazing person ever. A true inspiration. Amazing.

[@jgar35mm]

This should be titled "Two dudes ALMOST let a woman talk"

[@jaapendebonenstaak]

haha such a shitty comment but i must admit too please let her explain and express

[@DEATHxNVK3]

Because she can't express a point to save her life. She starts then stop and tries to say it a different way every time she tries to say anything. It's painful to listen to. I even thought at the beginning they were cutting her off and explaining for her/mansplaining(lol) but then saw why. If she told the whole story it would be a 6 hour video of sentence fragments.

[@debomb721]

@@DEATHxNVK3 I didn’t find it hard to listen to her at all

[@debomb721]

@@DEATHxNVK3 she does say “like” a lot but I still rather hear her talk

[@QuincyKane]

I'm glad Lizzie's recovered well; it's sweet how much Tony seems to care!

[@idmhead0160]

He cares because he knows that ramp setup was wack. He's lucky she didn't get hurt worse.

[@millardfilmore1403]

i lowkey think they are hooking up ... tony just seemed like he cared SO much (which obviously any one of her friends would) but idk how to explain it you can just kinda tell. And tony tried to say she called him the next day but she corrected him and said i called you late at night and tony was like "... yeah" idk how to explain it i just guarantee it's something

[@millardfilmore1403]

@@idmhead0160 why is HE lucky? it isn't HIS ramp

[@wrist_drip_limp9268]

Couldn’t get through this whole interview without either of them interrupting countless times. If there’s one thing I hate, it’s someone that constantly talks over people and chimes in when someone is clearly talking or trying to tell a story. Very annoying.

[@RaoulDuke32]

Yeah, it’s hard to watch. Almost like Steve-os podcast at times.

[@_....J........................]

Yes, the mansplaining epicly latered my whole reason for listening - that was to hear Lizzie speak. 9 Club does it better.

[@DEATHxNVK3]

Because she cant speak. Every time she would start to try and say something she would stop 2-3 times and restart trying to say it a different way. I thought it was kinda mansplaining at first but saw why they did if after hearing her painful attempt to make any point.

[@Jeremyramone]

Completely agree. Ellis is a narcissistic egomaniac

[@slapdisgaem6601]

Tony has to learn to be quiet when people are talking. So disrespectful and almost misogynistic. Let her speak damn.

[@RByrne]

Yeah that about takes the cake for the hardest slam ive seen on a ramp. Amazing that she got back to it so quickly. Hope she's doing well.

[@Wallyman53]

"OK, the next time somebody falls from the sky, we won't move her..."😂

[@Crovo_Kid]

So glad Lizzie is better and back at it. I broke my femur skateboarding on July 3rd and have since gotten back on the board as well. Lizzie’s story is so inspiring. 🖤 🛹 🦴

[@theliver619]

I’d like to see this video but starting with her story followed by a Q and A bit with the guys.

[@carlwarrenphoto]

Glad to have you back !

[@howgoodisit]

I did the same brake as her, wish i had watched this video first and got advice to get a GOOD surgeon. I was doing my first season snowboarding, on the last planned day up, the snow had melted heaps from the previous day... doing the same run, the snow disappeared, flew into a rock and landed on my femur, compound break so bone popped out the side and hip was in cornflakes. Got helicoptered to the nearest hospital, which turns out is the shittest hospital in New Zealand. So 2 weeks after surgery still in hospital, had to get driven 6 hours to another better hospital with a proper surgeon, they had to re-break my my leg and redo the surgery because the fuckers had put my leg on BACKWARDS! yes my foot was facing the wrong way when i woke up from my first surgery and the doctor finally gave in to the fact that he had fucked up and got a proper guy to do it! Took me 9 months to walk without crutches.

[@tbvolcomskater]

That’s absolutely fucking terrifying. Props for making it through that🥵

[@PatriotBrunchcast]

Wtf!

[@ezedjay]

That was heavy. So glad Lizzie came out of it ok. I hope we see nets on the gaps in all megaramps going forwards. I've always been amazed that they are not an integral part of the design. That slam Lizzie had was something I had envisioned a long time ago and I know I'm not alone in that. Risk assessment is built into skating so every possibility goes through everyone's mind.

[@catnipjesus9990]

Would be dope to have Scotty Cranmer come tell his story!

[@jaketopia406]

Definitely but he has countless times already

[@catnipjesus9990]

@@jaketopia406 yeah but in a podcast setting? we didnt get the full input on begin's wreck til he sat down with adam.

[@preusbs]

I saw the video that leaked before it got taken off of her slamming and my heart dropped. It was gnarly😵‍💫 and we had her in our thoughts hopping she was alright and glad she made it through. Lizzie is an inspiration for my daughter & others including myself to continue after a take like that.. Super rad to see her still skating 👾 don’t stop and it won’t stop. 🛹🐀4life

[@ReesgAnimator]

This is the craziest slam since Jake browns.

[@JahEerie]

Danny Way has some notable entroes in that list, but yeah this was right up there. Stoked she's ok 🙏

[@paulrevere2928]

Skye Brown’s major slam at Tony’s indoor mega vert ramp was another horrible slam that was somewhat preventable.

[@JahEerie]

If ya wanna go WAY BACK Check out Chris Miller's slam at Pipeline. It still gives me chills & its over 30 years old!

[@paulrevere2928]

@@JahEerie Correct that back truck hang up in the Combi pool at Upland by Chris Miller is still one of the gnarliest lambs in the history of skateboarding.

[@ryanspence1214]

This is so sweet thank y’all for everything y’all do

[@indigotheindieghost7214]

The podcast is goodish, but y'all have a pretty hefty tendency to interrupt, almost evenly between the two but slightly more so with Ellis.... a bit of criticism, i understand it's episode one and i hope that this gets improved on because this podcast is tight aside from not letting the guest talk more :D

[@Oldmanlearn2skate]

That is, like, the biggest slam, like, that is gnarly. Like, how tough is she to be, like, back shredding, like, at the Olympics and everything, like, awesome. Like, really great, like, story too. I’m really, like, enjoying the podcast. Only listened to, like, a few episodes but, like, I’m loving it so far.

[@Robinhood1206]

Lmao "so is that ur van trick" 😂

[@peterholley577]

Lizzie the legend! Biggest slam I've ever seen. True knarliness. 🇫🇮💙

[@alighten_]

"so that's your van trick?" - Jason's sarcasm is great.

[@joshuahancock4619]

Lizzie rules! That slam was brutal. So stoked she didn't let it slow her down.

[@caseyaylward8853]

Jason Ellis please go on The Nine Club

[@nulldeth7013]

Can't wait to finally watch this... cheers to the new podcast! Much love to you Ellis and the birdman!

[@TIGERGUTS]

Lizzie needs a "LIKE" swear jar.

[@screamingdemonscrew]

Lizzie you are so inspirational, an amazing story. I'm definitely a fan of yours after hearing this podcast.. 💯 a total warrior ‼️👊👍💪

[@japg-iq8gk]

Everyone and their moms has a podcast

[@MonLaferteConcerts]

Mad respect Lizzie. Thx for posting. Inspiring story. Heart of a champion.

[@annatakada4020]

I tried listening to this last night because I wanted to hear from Lizzie (my heart goes out to you ma & I’ve always admired you as a skater). Not only could I not get through it, but a day later I’m still thinking about and disturbed by this podcast episode. 1) Let your guest tell their story and don’t interrupt women-especially when dealing with traumatic experiences 2) Try out empathy..I don’t know, this was tough to listen to because if these dudes had slammed like that, I doubt they’d appreciate hearing some of their own comments made to Lizzie...lastly just want to grieve the toxic masculinity of skateboard culture. That stunt is insane and thank goodness Lizzie is okay-the reality is an injury from that could’ve been way worse or even fatal. Why not an air pad or net? Why not prioritize your friends’ safety? “That never happens” is simply not a reasonable answer. Shit happens. Anyway, I never comment on shit but this was bugging me. Glad and grateful you’re okay and recovering, Lizzie, you’re a beast.

[@armin38822]

For sure let your guest speak but as far as the slam goes...she's a pro skater. Is up to her to decide if she wants or doesn't want to skate the spot.

[@dougthealligator]

@@armin38822 first off, it’s totally clear from context that there was pressure for her to push herself into situations she may not have been comfortable with. Lizzie is a fantastic skater, but she skates bowls and park, not trying to be patronizing and say she couldn’t handle it but when you’re in an environment like that you can ignore the voice telling you that you’re in over your head. Second of all, the total lack of safety precaution is absolutely not her fault. Having a net or pad under a gap on a mega is straight up standard practice in general, let alone when it’s someone inexperienced in that setting. Would you look at Jake Brown’s slam on the mega at the xgames a while back and be like “he’s a pro so it’s whatever.”

[@dougthealligator]

But yeah also, totally gross of Tony and the other dude. It’s almost like they’re trying to vicariously adopt her trauma throughout the whole thing. I know Tony’s taken his fair share of rough slams, and I don’t know who the fuck Aussie tat guy is, but cmon. If you got in a car wreck would you want your friend who heard about it to be telling the story on your behalf with you there?

[@theharvardyard2356]

Quit projecting your shitty emotions on people you don't know and you'll never meet. Tony and Lizzie are obviously cool, Tony and Jason are obviously cool, everyone in the interview was cool, Lizzie was nervous but did fine, they're just starting the podcast and obviously have room to grow, but jesus christ it went fine, no one had a problem with anything until fucking youtube commenters started looking for things to get upset about. You say "Don’t interrupt women," and yet you're here speaking for Lizzie and getting offended for her as if she can't think and speak for herself. Mind your own shit and get over yourself.

[@sgt.lincolnosiris4111]

Shut up.

[@cms2art]

She's fantastic. Great job guys.

[@JORDYVISION1904]

Tony! Let Lizzie tell her story lol he was like that friend or sibling that can't wait and wants to tell your story for you! Hahaha

[@greedygreggor]

God Bless you Lizzie, wishing you a swift recovery x

[@dbenz16]

I’ve never heard someone say LIKE more times when they speak. Insane

[@joshgotter4922]

Lizzie is such a dope soul so grateful for people like her and incredibly happy she’s okay and back on her board! I got to see her skate dew tour in desmoines

[@ranchomissionviejo]

Should have just let her tell the story the first ten minutes and then asked questions. Tony, it’s not your story for gods sake…

[@armin38822]

@ That really doesn't make sense. It does seems that's exactly what Tony is going for but she's a pro skater. She's been around. Is up to her to skate or not skate the thing.

[@Thrasherjohnmp123]

@ I don't think birdhouse would get sued its Elliots ramp

[@ultimomondocannibale6084]

@ “tell us you’re not a skater without directly saying ‘i’m not a skater.’”

[@jethrorae1632]

@@armin38822 I think Tony is feeling very guilty for letting her skate that when she clearly wasn't up for it. She blanked on the way up the jump ramp and didn't even try to launch.

[@armin38822]

@@jethrorae1632 She is a professional skater. Andrew Reynolds can't feel guilty if he takes a young PRO skater to a spot and he gets injured. Woman or a man. They are pro skaters. People constantly take you to spots and is up to you to decide if you are going to skate it or not. If a skater is 15,16+ years old...they've been skating long enough to make that decision.