Rodney Mullen’s New Lease on Life and Skating | EP 137 | Hawk vs Wolf

The highly anticipated return of the legendary Rodney Mullen to Hawk Vs Wolf. Rodney, Tony, and Jason discuss the free spirit nature of skaters, why they love chaos, tour hijinks, how to skate 360s, Rodney’s time as a blood sprinkler, using skate tricks as self-defense, and Rodney’s beautiful positivity following surgery.
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[@blakegriplingph]

When the world needed him the most, he came back.

[@fatguymaneater]

Skateboard Jesus

[@yew2oob954]

Avatar the first kickflipper.

[@Deltron37]

So he will skate. He's the Freestyler So-Cal deserves, but not the one it needs right now. He became the street skater we needed him to be. So, we'll lurk him, because he can take it. Because he IS our hero. He's a silent shredder. A watchful professional. A Darkslider.

[@josiahamaze]

When this podcast needed him most lol

[@therealsnowwhite1937]

@@Turdfergusen382 Top lel 🤭💀

[@danielhuskey8421]

I’m a 35 year old man. And I still want to be like Rodney Mullen when I get older.

[@RegularFootisChris]

agree

[@g.n.s.]

I always wanted to either be Trent Reznor, Allen Iverson, or Rodney Mullen; just behind ya at 34 but still have the same aspirations!

[@davidmontgomery8521]

I'm 40, I've been watching him my whole life and still hope for the same!

[@meteda1070]

We all do bud. He's a gem and the world needs more like him. Be like Rodney.

[@AnglephileSwedenGerman]

​@@meteda1070100% agree I'm 44 n been watching him n before hearing full interviews had a feeling he was a major self driven person

[@Jeremy252]

Rodney Mullen is one of the kindest people on the planet. What a guy.

[@4-Sight-Skating]

If every guest was just Rodney again. We would never stop watching

[@NittyGritty420]

Idk.. I met him once. He called me a poser and snapped my deck. He then proceeded to bang my girlfriend and push my grandmother down a flight of stairs,

[@jujubean1185]

Rodney the Beloved

[@JoryBarrett]

Dana Carvey + Garth Algar+ buddhist monk = Rodney Mullen

[@krisnarefaagusta16]

Yes, he's definitely the maestro of flip and manual tricks.

[@MultiTravellingman]

I'm not even a skater, but unlocking Rodney's videos in THPS was and still is witnessing magic.

[@Johnny_Cash_Flow]

I once met Rodney Mullen at the University of Virginia. I was a 36 yr old college student, lifelong skater punk, in a room full of young 20-something medical students. I skated there from my house about 2 miles away. After his presentation we chatted and he signed my board. They say 'never meet your heroes,' to which I say, "Never meet your heroes, unless your hero is Rodney Mullen. Always meet Rodney Mullen." He is one of the nicest, sincerest, and genuine, people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting.

[@deaconhemp]

I got to meet my hero as a kid ( Rodney ) and got his signature too. What a guy.

[@raygarcia4062]

I meet Rodney back in 87 I think.. he was doing a tour and was at Sears doing Rodney things…I was just magical watching him skate freestyle. Got my G&S shirt signed, not sure were that shirt went…

[@NORFOLKIAN]

Met him when I was 14 in Va beach. He’s the best!

[@noellzy]

Thanks for sharing mate; he seems 100% authentic and kind, and it is good to hear confirmation it's not a farce. Long live King Mutt.

[@ShogunateDaimyo]

So true. I met Mike V at a Black Flag show and it was a lil disappointing..

[@Retro-2-now]

I can listen to Rodney speak all day. Such a bright light in this world. So much intelligence and the way he gets so excited telling stories. Such a legend!

[@fernandomaron87]

Rodney's energy is so uplifting.

[@seanclark9]

Just hearing Rodney talk makes me smile

[@ThePimperorsHumpire]

Yeshsure

[@HawkvsWolf]

Us too 😊

[@ReesgAnimator]

The post surgery kickflip story got me stoked, let Rodney skate forever.

[@christianamacker8981]

I was the guy at 59.45!! So awesome they remembered my question at the Bones Brigade Experience!! Thanks, Tony & Rodney!!

[@jasondashney]

Thanks for asking that because it made it into this podcast! It's awesome to be remembered like that. When Green Day first came out they played a tiny club downtown Vancouver called the Nappy Dugout. Held less than 200 people. My friend asked them to play a song but their set was over and they told him to go to a bigger club they were playing soon. My friend was underage so he said he couldn't go. The next time they came to town was after they blew up. Lollapalooza. Billy Joe looks at the crowd and says "This doesn't look like the Nappy Dugout", then proceeded to play my friend's request. Funny thing is he didn't hear that because he was outside the fence with another couple friends because they couldn't get tickets and were trying to find a quiet spot to jump the fence so I was the only person in the whole place who understood what he was talking about.

[@uns33n]

We need Rodney more than ever. Not just as a skater but as a philosopher, leader and role model.

[@KeepiTrill]

Rodney should be on this show full time petition:

[@fernandomaron87]

Hawk & Wolf & Mutt. I dig that.

[@Glenn-hm8sb]

It would throw him off balance. He skates from like 3 oclock after midnight ..

[@user-wn2qy7fo2q]

Saw this as I was heading to bed. I have work tomorrow and I just finished watching. It's 2am and I regret NOTHING. That was AMAZING

[@HawkvsWolf]

🥰

[@Yodakaycool]

Bro I was up at 4am. I feel that 🫡

[@BigB-lu8nv]

Favorite quote: “You land your first dark slide at 3am. Yeah, that’s on brand.” This interview is classic.

[@SabrinaMorris]

I listened to the first interview with Rodney about 57 times. Here's to another 57. The stories in this episode are epic!

[@HawkvsWolf]

❤️

[@HawkvsWolf]

Sabrina! DM US!

[@williamRE]

I just listened to this one 3 times, going on 4 as I just heard it today. I love hearing this man banter. He's the warmest man on Earth ❤

[@jasonreimer9769]

they're all the same stories we've heard a thousand times, there is a failure to evolve intellectually here, probably due to California brain damage, sunstroke related!

[@SabrinaMorris]

@@jasonreimer9769 On behalf of the creators, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@galen_bradwarden]

The gentlest, the noblest, the most creative, the most inspiring, the Mutt, the G.O.A.T...the greatest. Rodney, we love you, dude. You are a treasure.

[@corderovillegas1940]

Hearing Rodney’s excitement about learning to kickflip again post surgery gave me chills.

[@Mtheory989]

He is so infectious - life brims through him in such a seamless and affable manner. So humble, no bullshit, biggest heart of gold in this world. And he and Tony’s chemistry is clearly evident - they’ve been through thick and thin - it’s a pleasure to watch. It’s cool to see Wolf enamoured by these too good buds just sharing war stories.

[@hassan4773]

"Did you giggle a bit after?" Jason Ellis kills me. The overall level of excitement on display by everyone just makes me so happy to be a skateboarder!

[@Big.Joe.Grizzly]

Only 1h 20m?!? Damnnnn i needed this in my life right now..how the hell does rodney look even younger than he did on the last pod

[@gsteele1124]

The most beautiful person to ever walk this planet, even his happiness makes me 😢

[@HawkvsWolf]

Agreed ❤️

[@AnglephileSwedenGerman]

True ,love real positive ppl n honest n happy , need more of it in my life

[@micvb66]

Love how Rodney’s passion just radiates from him when he’s speaking

[@VVOPOL]

Two hours ago, after 8 years break I went into a local skate shop Just to think it over With all that awesome podcasts And they’ve had Riley’s Baker deck and Tony’s Indy trucks … Well I guess it’s fate !! I feel soooo happy And full of energy And ready rip it Rodney stile alone For my self And the go back to work and rip there ! Thanks a lot guys! I just feel alive

[@jujubean1185]

Hell yeah, welcome back man, we missed you!! Get after it!!!

[@jasondashney]

That's awesome. I hope you've had a chance to use it.

[@allenguimond4634]

Thank you Rodney for wearing a Jeff Phillips shirt. ❤

[@johnhansen5077]

how do i get one of those shirts

[@Ethericbikes]

Seeing Rodney so damn happy and to hear him be able to ride a board again truly brought a tear to my eyes! Man Rodney is the absolute best! Thank you guys so much for what you do! One love from Canada!!

[@juniperbordeaux5988]

The way Tony and Rodney light up when they talk to each other is so frickin cool, you can see how they were as kids

[@Verlisify]

Rodney Mullen podcast update. I'm here for it

[@lukebradley328]

I’m 44, from the Uk and never skated in my life but always knew of Rodney Mullen. The guy is a once in a lifetime genius and honestly seems like the nicest guy you will ever meet. Just pure calm vibes. I love this podcast. Wish I had been part of this amazing community

[@tommoon2700]

Never too late fella get you a board and go have some fun!

[@Rand_al_Thor372]

The UK has rich skateboard history. London had a vert ranp called the Crystal Palace in the early 80s that produced a crop of pro skaters like the Abrook brothers, Billy Smith and many others who's names escape me.

[@1facebeats701]

Never to late bro i know a guy thats 58 he shreds

[@K_Swap_The_World_69]

For Sure, I Will Always Push Wood you are never too late well unless your like 99½ and your crippled up 😅

[@tiggerdyret]

Seriously. You can still do it. I see people starting in their 40s. I started in my 30s, but in my 20s I was telling myself it was too late. All I can say now is that I live without the regret I would have carried with me until my death bed. I'm not good or anything, but I do consider myself part of this community and it means a lot to me that I gave it a shot.

[@chokeonnosebleed]

The whole world loves Rodney Mullen. As they should.

[@cordarovillegas133]

Rodney, the human sprinkler, Mullen!

[@LateGrabber]

“…and I have “faith” so I take a knee.” - Rodney Mullen WOOO 🎉👏🏼

[@stusux]

Listening to Rodney talk 1 hour 20 seems like 5 minutes. It's truly amazing. I know at some point somebody is going to get a real deep dive with him. I can't wait for the day.

[@alexsanchez4970]

You can read his autobiography titled “the mutt”. Came out like 15 years ago but still an amazing read

[@morrisalanisette9067]

theres a ton of deep dives on rodney, his first apperance on this podcast kinda was if i remmeber right. he explains his whole life . either way you can find it online and several others. theres alose bone birgade documentary which also features him majorly

[@stusux]

@@morrisalanisette9067 Yeah I've seen all the stuff you mentioned. Thing is one of his stories can literally go for a hour if he goes fully into detail. He could easily do a 4-6 hour podcast just telling 80s stories. Not even touching on anything else.

[@TopherJimmy]

That final 10 minutes is just beautiful, love this fellas

[@HawkvsWolf]

❤️

[@scottyk1763]

I was a little kid in 2003 watching viva la bam and trying to just stand on my board. But I tried to do primo stalls and caspers and I failed. THIS man was ALWAYS my first favorite.

[@LLusion]

33:34 this was the most genuine pure joy moment i’ve ever seen between Tony and Rodney. had me smiling the whole time

[@sinthetikterror4944]

You're right, Rodney seems very focused in this interview compared to some of the other videos I've seen of him and the dynamic between him and Tony is very cool to watch.

[@luizcollet6116]

Mkí ii​@@sinthetikterror4944

[@germsgamingtheater7513]

I lost it at the Rodney Mullen blood sprinkler story 😂 outstanding! This interview was fantastic!

[@brianmcdowell540]

I can see South Park using that one 😂

[@idaklymr]

I want it animated so bad

[@dalepak1955]

OMG Rodney’s stories... I love them so much.😂

[@JuanKenobiObi]

the world needs a collection of Rodney Mullen Night skating dramas

[@QuincyKane]

Oh my gosh, I have been waiting for this episode!! Rodney is such a a joy to listen to, and I love seeing he and Tony's friendship! So glad to hear he's having some health improvements to help him skate again; can't wait for Round 3!

[@jeffelliott3439]

The Rodney Mullen skate vhs videos were an inspiration to life. Man is a king for sure

[@Ethericbikes]

Rodney is a true role model for absolutely anything!! Everyone can and will learn something amazing or beautiful each time Rodney decides to make an appearance to the public!! He is truly a gift from god!!

[@HawkvsWolf]

Agreed ❤️

[@wesleyqigong]

WoW. In tears of joy. Watching Rodney, Tony & Jason 'man laughing' from the soul while story telling just made this damn day a whole lot better. Thank U gents...you are gifts to this planet :)

[@kanegallagher634]

rodney mullen doing a spiderman shooting blood out his rist while doing 360's... greatest story ive ever heard lol

[@hitmixhyepock9405]

I could listen to Rodney talk all day......i could watch him skate all day as well. I watched him become the best street skater and i even learn a few of the good tricks. He changed the way we thought about tricks and skateboarding.

[@WhoAmI2judge]

Hearing him talk about his treatment and how it's brought that joy back to him brings tears of joy! Love Rodney! So happy for him

[@Mchael-Cha-Man]

His spirit is so refreshing. Almost an innocence of a child.

[@HawkvsWolf]

❤️

[@RogerT-kt3zd]

Man we need to see Rodney on more often, my favourite episodes. the vibe is an all time high!!

[@gondziks007]

There truly is no other like him. Best skater, podcast guest and all around personality ever. I tip my hat and bow you, Sir Rodney Mullen, Godfather of the art we all love so much.

[@ChilsonTV]

Rodney vs. Daewon is still my favorite skate video of all time, love this guy

[@paragonnetworklive1879]

Not even Gullwing trucks could have kept that interview on the rails. BEST pod cast I’ve ever watched and I’m overjoyed to see that Rodney is back on the board. What a special treat for fans of Skateboarding to have this interview drop.

[@paragonnetworklive1879]

Gonna have to try to get my hands on that board. I’ll have been skating 30 years in September. Just had an ankle replacement and I’m feeling good.

[@jrbeezy]

Please, please keep sharing Rodney with the world every chance you guys get.

[@Puzzle_Dust]

Rodney Mullen is one of the coolest people to ever set foot on this planet, Rad to the Extreme!

[@TheZozozo2010]

It’s always a great moment and day when I get to hear Rodney do interviews. He radiates good and extract’s conversations incredibly well.

[@ocgtubehd6267]

I'm the guy who asked that question, lol!! Thanks for remembering, Tony & Rodney!!!

[@HawkvsWolf]

Thank YOU 🙏 ❤️

[@UKBrownsNFL]

The 2 most influential people in skateboarding history in the same room together man what a joy to watch (sorry Jason we still love you)

[@tomselleck5560]

Still waiting for gonz to jump on

[@UKBrownsNFL]

@tomselleck5560 one of the greatest to ever do it! For me personally, it's Tony and Rodney, but I respect everyone's own personal preference!

[@craigmactak1839]

​@@tomselleck5560your wish has come true. He'll be on the latest episode

[@TheSektorz]

Rodney Mullen has to be one of the greatest humans who ever lived. Also I always played as him in every OG THPS.

[@falcosk8]

I’m going in for a hip replacement next month so I listened to this very intently!

[@erino5528]

You should look into hip resurfacing

[@falcosk8]

My hips are a bit past this!@@erino5528

[@ChazLikesSharpObjects]

Second hand smoke was that video for me.. it was the one that inspired me.. When Aerosmith comes on and Rodney starts you understood you were seeing something special.. That part inspired me to skate even when i didnt feel like it.. It was Amazing and a major part of my childhood ill never forget

[@botanuchiha]

Rodney and Tony such a big motivation for me to skate everyday

[@keithdavidson8569]

Tomorrow marks my 1 year hip replacement and it's bombproof. Just waking up and not being in pain is the best thing ever!

[@chicx9448]

I just started skating in January, but as soon as I saw Rodney for the first time I had an immense respect for him. It's hard not to have a special appreciation for someone who innovated something that possibly no one else would have. couldn't imagine the anger I'd feel if he weren't getting the respect he deserves

[@-SunGod-]

Rodney is an absolute legend

[@webjay1]

Lets GO!! There goes any chance of going to sleep at 4 am now.

[@HawkvsWolf]

😂

[@thegoat78]

Rodney is the best. I could listen to him talk all day.. ❤

[@fjohn10]

God, laughing, crying, being proud of being a human. Just another interview with Rodney here. Thank you so much guys!! All three of course :-)

[@porkchopexpress2437]

He's such a pure soul. What a legend.

[@HawkvsWolf]

He really is. ❤️

[@rodmullen64]

This is all i ever wanted from this podcast. Everything else was just icing

[@666soso]

Seeing Rodney geek out with his best friends is the best. Man I'd love to meet the guy one day.

[@Calla_Cott]

The hero we want & need. Bless skateboarding for keeping us limber in our older days.

[@DarkoNomad]

Skateboarding legends digging through memories and having fun the entire episode... A proof that skateboarding is not a sport nor lifestyle but state of mind. Thanks guys for bringing modern skateboarding to us and for staying true to who you are. This episode was a joy to watch and one of the best videos about skateboarding I've seen recently. It's truly awesome to hear that Mullen can skate again :')

[@jasonlatham4450]

You got soul Rodney.. Tears in my eyes when you said about taking a knee and realising you're back. Peace.

[@Phil.Anthropy]

"IT WAS YOU!" Rodney, never change, always evolve.

[@lucitribal]

Rodney's back!

[@micahpacis]

I too had countless hours as Rodney Mullen on the THPS games… so I’m also part of the reason why his hips were breaking down lol. I had those stat points maxed for balance. Combo meters going crazy! 😂 @hawkvswolf

[@TRAXRIPPER]

There was a reason why for sooooo long Rodney was on a path of inner self awareness and not being one to put much out.... Because it all came to the perfect time of now where everything he shares no matter what it is comes with a wisdom that is almost beyond us all yet shown through him how simple it can be if we just be a little humble while owning what we do best and play our part as best we can for the bigger picture! This is what happens when you just let experience lead the way... EPIC!

[@ComicusFreemanius]

A complete package of a human being Rodney is.

[@bigspinshit]

This just made my week. Rodney might be my only idol in life, just the way he views life inspires me so much. I don't know if he'll ever see this, but man, thank you Rodney Mullen, for being such an icon and inspiration to me and so many others!

[@jam3sbarry198]

You got the G.O.A.T. Vert skater interviewing the G.O.A.T. street skater... I'M IN !! I Absolutely LOVE Rodney Mullen !! He's the Best !!

[@Turdfergusen382]

And Jason Jesse Lee Dill Park Ellis.

[@steveford9294]

Rodney and Tony never cease to amaze with their comebacks and the riveting stories that go with it. Lots of great wisdom peppered with hilarity . Great to hear Rodney is back and skating after all the procedures he went through. A lot of people would have thrown in the towel. This was a riveting informative and fun podcast. It’s like the return of the king. Can’t wait for Rodney and Tony Ted type talks and hopefully some skating to go with it in April in Texas, I want to be watching even if I can’t be there in person.

[@NateKristan]

Absolutely love Rodney and his contagious positive energy

[@DownEastSaw]

There is nothing cooler than seeing one of the few people on this earth comfortable enough as Rodney’s friend to shit talk Rodney. Tony and Rodney are two of the greatest skateboarders of all time and they’re best friends. How ironic.

[@njkf]

MORE WITH RODNEY ROUND 3

[@costinache873]

I came here to listen to my childhood heroes, I've stayed for Rodney's 360s. Will bring an umbrella next time!

[@pilbender]

I don't skateboard but I'm a huge fan of Rodney Mullen. He brings everyone joy because of who he is and what he can do. When you want to see the best of the best and be entertained, find some Rodney Mullen footage. There will never be anyone better.

[@codyscott2826]

THIS WAS SO GOOD. I laughed and then nearly cried when I saw Rodney sound so excited to skate again and Jason smiling so big at him knowing what it feels like to hit tricks again ❤️ this was sick

[@Just_SK8]

He seems a lot more normal now. You can see not long ago he was anxious and overly emotional. Hopefully he continues creating his art

[@InspectahReese]

My buddygot to meet his hero Rodney Mullen in California back in 2018, to this day says it was the best day of his life and that Rodney was the nicest guy he has ever met

[@SharkTale92]

I never feel more spiritually healed than i do when i see a new video with Rodney

[@Thurston86]

Straight Outta Gainesville! 🤘👽👽👽

[@mikehalfmoonmullins404]

Ohh man Tony's look as Ellis lectures him about skating AFTER a surgery is hilarious

[@leonpiccinin]

Watching/hearing these guys talk always makes me feel good about life, especially Ellis cos it brings back some good memories I was there in the 90's at Prahran scared to death of him but still in awe of him and know proud of him for killing it for so long.

[@erin0001]

There is nothing more legendary wholesomeness than listening to Rodney & Tony discussing the process of invention during the early days

[@tinosmo1]

Rodney is the greatest thing to happen to skateboarding

[@mattw6705]

I F'n love Rodney! Idc what anyone says, he's a true light in this dark world. We need more people like him!

[@CareyDod]

The story at the end where he can skate again got me so stoked and was moving. Thanks for sharing your story, life, and skateboarding with the world Rodney!

[@skatealex1]

Nice to see Rodney back on here again.

[@kompressahdnb]

You guys deserve way more followers. What an epic episode.

[@HawkvsWolf]

🙏

[@CoolInOlympia]

I love it when Rodney is on! And he seems SOOOO happy! I am so glad to see him so happy!

[@eduardoalvarez2494]

I'm in tears hearing he is going back to ride a skateboard, I'm so happy

[@DelayedPenalty]

I could listen to Rodney and Tony trade stories all day long. I hope this speaking "tour" takes off.

[@emperorhorde1999]

Man Rodney is the best watching him and Tony reminisce and Jason just geeking out awesome Thank You for this episode