Rodney Mullen on Round 4, Freestyle, Tillman The Dog, and More on Free Lunch (Part 1 of 2)

Legendary skateboarder, Rodney Mullen talks of his relationship to Tillman the skateboarding dog, medieval stretching techniques, ghosts, and more on Free Lunch!
Sit down with your favorite pro skaters to hear their all-time favorite stories.
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[@88jigsawking]

That medieval stretching bit was insane

[@_Maxten]

what exactly did he mean? that his bones fused together due to injuries so he just ended up forcing it to break back in to 2 so he could move those joints to skate again?

[@sassysasquatch333]

@@_Maxten he fell from standing on his board wrong and ended up doing the splits and falling backwards essentially , this is rare but the doctor told him it happened one too many times and it basically took his hip out by the body responding wrong and fusing the joints just because he did it too many times , i mean we see how pros fall but back then there was no pros to refer too , this guy laid down the ground work for freeestyle and street , hes the godfather of all tricks and you really have to just imagine how long it took him to skate like we do today

[@samuelwarren8737]

This guy has broken skating down into a science! He's a skate genius!

[@trenchcoatkendo]

dudes a regular genius

[@TheRickyp83]

Actually, he was going to go to college to major in physics but skateboarding took him down a different path. So, it's not surprising he thinks so deeply into the physics of it all and I guess you'd have to to be able to invent as many tricks as he has.

[@averyprice9422]

He a little bit on the spectrum too.. my fiance is a bit the same..

[@philclogger4562]

ROWDY RODDY MULLEN!

[@iBmx4Cult]

I could listen to him talk all day.

[@badjoj015]

same here man... same here

[@Dipp182]

We got him on KZbin... you're welcome

[@SuperMicky6666]

imagine sitting and talking to Rodney for a day your whole world and mind would just be blown it would be amazing

[@lazerflipdarkslideislife1505]

switch flip underflips, which should be basic. Only Rodney would say that.

[@jimcsax]

The thought that other skaters were laughing at Rodney's part (if that's actually true) blows my mind considering that none of those guys could probably do half of what he did, let alone make it up.

[@TheXitone]

tbf though back in the day freestyle was a joke that wasn't to be taken serious ! who'd of thought we'd all grow up and recognize ?

[@alexcorona]

Why would he lie? He's not Rocco...

[@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing]

LOL, and Tony has been patiently listening to this mad genius, the Rasputin of the Church of Skate, for nigh on 4 decades. That's friendship and understanding you can't make up.

[@antmanmax1]

And Tony's said on several occasions he's just enamored by Rodney. Like, some people definitely don't resonate with someone like Mullen, they might take his pontificating the wrong way, but Hawk is the perfect personality to recognize Mullen's genius and just let him do his thing.

[@caidenkenneth6857]

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[@mackjagger602]

@Caiden Kenneth instablaster =)

[@caidenkenneth6857]

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[@caidenkenneth6857]

@Mack Jagger It worked and I actually got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thanks so much, you saved my account !

[@CriticalRoleHighlights]

Rodney's genius needs to be just as recognized as his person because that brain is magnificent. I have no doubt that this man could've changed the world if his obsession had been anything but skateboarding.

[@wesharding2469]

this philosophy he forms in his mind is amazing

[@Cubehead666]

Everything Rodney says and does, comes straight from his heart. I just love hearing him speak!

[@DmassWJ]

Rodney is a good dude. Much respect.

[@michaelvitiello9960]

Tony and Rodney are two incredible humans. What's amazing is that they have so much to do with what skateboarding is today, and they did it together, on the same team, at the same time, but two different styles

[@TheXxMidniightxX]

Rodney is the skate god.

[@cannibalkid1756]

Boy, that escalated quickly. But I couldn't agree more.

[@ununseptium7961]

This is a rare case where you can say "the" and be correct. A lot of basketball fans will say Jordan is the best ever, but it's so subjective. Not with Rodney.

[@ferna2294]

That´s right. It´s HIM. He will never be forgotten in the world of skateboarding for the simple fact that he invented what is today´s skateboarding. He was able to freestyle and ollie with those old, weird looking boards, he is one of a kind.

[@alexcorona]

Midniight when he talks he sounds like a regular joe. I prefer that over the God that people make him out to be. Especially since he is super religious and it is an insult for him to be called that.

[@nikolazaharija]

Midniight nope Lance is skate god

[@cubfann224]

I love you man! People like you get it. Rodney Mullen has done so much for this sport, he kind of reinvented it with everything he innovated and changed. People don't realize what kind of a great person Rodney Mullen really is. Much respect!

[@NIDEEPOFFICIAL]

im so blesssed this guy stepped on a skateboard. he changed the style of skateboarding forever

[@Elmarcyboy]

A true skateboard pioneer, can't get enough of his stories and I really hope he will release some new clips/a video party of his skating, I don't even expect something mind blowing but I just love to see him skating.

[@illee_]

When Rodney Starts Talking about Switch Stance.. WOW lol

[@muek182]

Rodney is a very good guy from what I've known so far. This is what we are lacking.

[@peterwonaprize]

He seems like the most genuine, coolest guy ever.

[@HuffyT266]

Man... Rodney is even more awesome that I even thought he was!

[@lmanrodt]

I absolutely love hearing Rodney Mullen talk.

[@WLovecraft]

i so wish i could like sit down and have a few beers with rodney. coolest guy ever

[@darksaga80]

Holy jesus, Judging by all the edits, I'm guessing you edited this two hour interview down to a paltry 10 minutes. Well done sire.

[@ck1film]

Love this, Rodney is the best.

[@zeroandplanb4life]

rodney mullen has so much soul man i praise this guy he will always be my role model

[@emericadill]

he's such a smart and genuine guy no homo god bless you rod !

[@blacksk83r]

In this picture, I make the link of tony as the charismatic manager, sorta like a steve jobs, and rodney as the genius, the innovator, like a steve wozniak of the skateboarding world.

[@HighlyShifty]

Except Steve Jobs was an asshole

[@belligerent-irony]

FlamingBuckets! well he did get colon cancer.. too soon?

[@supernewuser]

Everyone forgets that he's a Mechanical Engineer by training. He's not crazy he's just highly intelligent and very humble.

[@Jeremyramone]

fascinating and brilliant human being. legend doesn t seem to give justice to his legacy and impact on skating. thanks for sharing this video. cheers

[@dirtydan1335]

Love Rodney so much

[@powerswish]

I've gotten to the point where I'm not sure what's better. Watching him skate or listening to him talk. It's like listening to a genius who's articulate and interesting. Which is rarer than you'd think.

[@SpaceHamsterGH]

finally free lunch with Rodney, i have waited so long for this ! he is the reason i started skateing :3

[@michaelolabarriaga9640]

He's completely MAAAD! I love him. I get such a buzz listening to him talk about skating and shit it makes me wanna to pick up my board and go skate!

[@blockhead411]

This man has always been the only person I would be star struck to meet. I have no idea what I would do/say. My nickname for the last 10 years has been Rodney since I skate that style. He is the only famous person to significantly impact my life.

[@keyser021]

Everyone who skated in the early 90's into the Plan B days understands who Rodney was back then and what he was doing. They may have laughed at some freestyle tricks, but seeing an impossible late flip variable at that time made me think Rodney was on a level no other human could touch. Always 5yrs ahead of everyone else. He's the man, love you Rodney!

[@flatbuns96]

hes such an amazing skater and such an inspiration hes the reason i started to skate i hope to see another video part from him because of how amazing and different his skating is

[@leokie06]

hes so coherent. hes speaks in full sentences. thats so rare in a pro.

[@m04m10h11]

True legend, turned skating in to poetry.

[@rcrespo357]

EASILY the best episode.

[@IETCHX69]

He talks like he skates. On a level most are not aware of.

[@TheEndorDragon]

+IETCHX69 He still does skate. What are you talking about?

[@IETCHX69]

The adults are talking Sweetie. Off to bed now Champ.

[@TheEndorDragon]

IETCHX69 The hell is your problem?

[@rafisgone6666]

+Sean Nelson lol you don't get anything so you

[@create_imagination2498]

+IETCHX69 The most retarded comment I've eve read. stay off the skateboard channels.

[@amandarodriguez2420]

hes so genuine

[@MrRocketpowerG]

wow, im really really in love with this man

[@SvtCobraKid1]

how are you not suppose to like the way you skate. who cares if people laughed at your part. dude everyone loves you. your a legend

[@yorkblvd.]

i fucking love this guy, hes a legend cant wait for part 2

[@stephenvsk8]

rodney mullen is so fucking inspiring, just makes me want to keep pushing and progressing in my skating.

[@felinefree]

What a fascinating man. always admired his skating but never seen him interviewed before, just added a whole other level of awesome to him...

[@Andrew-wi2qg]

Unbelievably insightful

[@tb21666]

I could listen to him 'theorize' all day. Hanging with this dude must be exhilarating, you can't help but feed off his energy watching this, let alone in person. #GeniusSavant

[@shishi1079]

dude Not me just rewatching like 50 vids of rodney talkjng on yt over and over. just over and over

[@samhnn1]

Yes. He's probably the best skater I have ever seen.

[@HitmonleeDeluxe]

I could listen to Rodney Mullen talk all day.

[@bakedwithrealchez]

9:02 hiiyah hahaha awesome

[@andypops100]

He talks with knowledge,good education. Love Rodney

[@Skateandcreate9]

wonder how it feels to be inspired by Rodney and then end up inspiring him!

[@bwillabeanz3]

Doing all that painful shit to your knee just to skate. Now that's what I call dedication. And insanity

[@palipalik2011]

He is so humble.

[@scottycrayon]

such an intelligent and helpful guy... LEGEND.

[@ariefirvandi]

cant wait for almost round 4!!

[@BonelessBen]

I could listen to him talk for hours :D

[@sharpie12354]

Finally Rodney Mullen on free lunch now all i need to see is a Rodney Mullen weekend buzz

[@TheHottuna66]

Nobody is more passionate about anything in the world than Rodney is about skating.

[@nedyroc]

Rodney is honestly inspiring.

[@berricstudios]

cant wait for part 2

[@Ryan4321]

Rodney gives great interviews! he's really entertaining! still my favorite skater! respect

[@EmmetJenks]

SOOOOO stoked for the guy free lunch!

[@BurntPavelow]

It's cool how two of the most influential skateboarders hang out a lot.

[@TheBlitzControl]

favorite episode so far

[@Corrpiccioni]

Mullen is why I started skating

[@igormor1]

respect for this man

[@pkolaboy08]

I want to see him skate now!!!!

[@reefyyskatelakai]

The way he describes things is amazing

[@skatepunkap]

Such an awesome dude. Legendary

[@Breno6181]

yeeahh Rodney!! thumbs up for him eu vou assistir à todos as batalhas 11 hehehe unbelievable !!

[@mortyfalch]

that was maybe sleep paralysis predormatory hallucinations! got that before myself mullen! love to watch u talk Rodney!

[@punkrocktv8229]

What a great guy, had a similar ghost story at the hotel del coronado, in the room witha a balcony on the 3rd floor corner on the side over looking the airport,locked door just opened on its own

[@MrKylederp]

I've never heard this guys voice. I've been watching him for 10 years.

[@jthedarkwolfxtreem]

its been like that since he was born it says so in the mutt it was fused at the ankle with a servier pigion toe and was told if he ever broke his ankle he'll never walk again i so love that book

[@isaacsoules9779]

Half of the time I had no idea of what he was talking about, but at the end it all made sence

[@timelapsebklyn]

Guys a genius!! long live Rodney Mullen!

[@vinylfloors]

I JUST LOVE HIM SO MUCH

[@jtbuxton]

Best ghost story ever.

[@emilflensborgskafte3676]

Holy shit i love Rodneys vibes

[@JamesWaton]

guy looks very healthy for his age!

[@TallyMark]

because he is healthy

[@marissac870]

And young inside you know. Childhood innocence way about him

[@SamuelHorler]

YES MULLEN VIDEOS!!

[@GrantDawsonMedia]

He really loves skateboarding! respect Rodney

[@LykkePilleMedia]

Rodney is my idol in every way

[@ChemistryAmsterdam]

That guy feels like an angel. Good fibezzz!!

[@NapaProductions]

legendary godlike pro skater!!

[@norxcontacts]

The video editor earned his paycheck on this one.

[@nessmalone]

Rodney Mullen is AWESOME!!!!

[@alexmeulenbeld819]

I could listen to him all day!

[@alexmeulenbeld819]

***** OK then haha

[@marissac870]

So spastic. He would be medicated against his will if he didn't have a board. They're lock him up. Cause he's a Savage!!

[@TheBlitzControl]

everyone should love something the way he loves skateboarding

[@Rassouljah]

god bless you Rodney, wow 46 and you look great man, i'd honestly think 30ish, very wise and inspirational man, thank you!

[@jerkinjosh]

I love Rodney

[@MrOzOrG]

A true skating legend.

[@mortyfalch]

its cold cold winter in norway... im skating inside.... watching my board every 10 minutes.... gotta get to spain and skate in a couple off weeks from now...hell winter is hell!!!

[@TheXitone]

Scotland's the same man. fekin sucks

[@mortyfalch]

yes fekkin

[@gangstaflamingo]

i love this guy

[@panchopolarbear]

The god of skateboarding, much respect Rodney.

[@kdogfernandez2131]

If we could have someone explain the art and passion we have for skating to people who hate us, it would be Rodney Mullen for sure

[@Moethelock]

Man hes so Humble!