Shaun White | The Bomb Hole Episode 177

[@thewraithize]

All the younger generation probably think Shaun was just the best at pipe, but don't know that he literally won all Slopestyle and pipe comps at the same time and wins Skate vert Gold at Xgames in the summer. Shaun's a unicorn

[@kevincollins8620]

I know. I didn't hear all of the SW hate because as a rider myself riding in the 90s... I was hearing about him before the legend was made. Terje killed it before em. Times in snowboarding changed soo quick. I am just starting to learn the newer guys.

[@Brandon-qy4rs]

Add to that the ability to spin to win and keep at least one super stylish trick in his run. His sky hook as a set up trick was so sick.

[@kevincollins8620]

@@Brandon-qy4rs Fringe activities/sports always throw shots at the elite ones sticking out from the pack. It happens in punk rock, rap, fashion. The ones standing out get the most critics for being a smooth criminal. Its always fun to watch.

[@shambles416]

​@kevincollins8620 Real shit bro, I skated in the 90's like it was a religion and the first time I seen Shaun was through skate videos and to see him grow into snowboarding, become a champion and an absolute athlete I think that's truly amazing

[@cammackey8259]

My 22 year old would kick my ass for saying this but wow. This humanized him so much and shows there are two sides to every story. Snowboarding needs you guys. So well done and such a great conversation

[@MLife1000]

💯

[@patrikmadaras7871]

@@MLife1000 That's exactly what I'm thinking after just 30 minutes of watching 🤘

[@aldenator101]

This had to happen but I wasn’t ready. You guys really are the definitive snowboard platform. I want mini vids of you ripping with the guests.

[@TheBombHole]

Thanks for the kind words! It would be rad to do some ride days with past guests!

[@Thrillingg]

I second the ride days! Great reco

[@MountainWeeklyNews]

So hating on Shaun isn’t supported by the industry anymore. About time. Someone tell Donna. Great interview team!

[@zackforeman4293]

Lol no one in the industry even gives a fuck about him

[@chrisreid7723]

Its impossible to overstate what the Bomb Hole provides to this community. This is a conversation about a person and their legacy that we have desperately needed for 20 years. The same ppl who hate on Shaun are the same ppl who begged their parents to buy them a Dragon or a SW Pro Model. I was there, I saw them do it. We ALL wanted to be him. The honesty and the courage to face this narrative speaks to his character, and also to the BOMB HOLE PLATFORM. This podcast is saving Snowboarding.

[@tjdad13]

Couldn’t have said it better myself sir, great comment.

[@TheBombHole]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!

[@MLife1000]

Ditto 💯

[@switch9]

I'm a lifetime skier and share the appreciation. Thanks for bringing us their stories!

[@Belvidere_gc]

I wouldn't be a snowboarder without Shaun's impact on me as a kid. Thank you for giving me snowboarding, Shaun. Forever indebted. Great ep, BH crew.

[@TheBombHole]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@bradbrown3334]

What a heater of an episode, thanks everyone. Take care gang !

[@TheBombHole]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@johnnyseybold7155]

Brilliantly done by Grendy bringing up the core snowboarder stuff so graciously

[@glowladies2993]

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[@xavilicious]

I’m ready for Shaun White’s POW era!

[@forrestgladding8423]

The interview everyone wanted!! Loved this! Bombhole giving us hammers again and again. And Shaun Natural Selection who wouldnt tune in to see that, make that happen. And the best snowboarders also have skateboard backgrounds, it helps. You have to get Terje on here. The homage Shaun gives to his mentors props.

[@Fjordo11]

The bomb hole has become a sacred church for our culture, let’s protect it at all costs. Love the JJ wisdom and his insightful vibes as of late!

[@TommyLGarage]

I’ve always been a fan. Dedicated, focused, well spoken - others hated his success but I was so proud of him. He deserves all he has!

[@jeremytremblay4660]

Very nice to hear his perspective. I’ve been a Shaun hater for a long time. I feel like with a step back, we can agree that it was exaggerated. Quite surprised no one brought up the boot grab though. Thanks again for opening fellow snowboarders perspectives and hearing him explain his reality in all this. Great episode!

[@HAKKY2112]

Lol boot grab, with or without high back s? : -)

[@sabatoa]

They kinda joked about the boot grab. It was when he was talking about how tight those pants were. One of them mentioned it would be hard to bend down and grab beyond the boot.

[@tjdad13]

NATTY-NATTY-NATTY-NATTY-NATTY-NATTY! I’ve held some criticism of SW cause of the snowboarding zeitgeist told me what to think, but as I matured and understood human nature more, the more I understood what greatness takes. We should ALL welcome him with open arms with whatever he brings fourth to the community.

[@brianp9268]

What is greatness? Medals?

[@tjdad13]

@@brianp9268 Distinguished, eminent, top of the competitive game, born with an innate work ethic to succeed. Medals …there ok but not the true measure of greatness, plenty of great athletes have never won the top prize and are still considered great.

[@brianp9268]

@@tjdad13 And the greatest people I know aren’t hyper competitive or push people away because of a competition. Its just about personal philosophy and I don’t really believe a person can chase ‘greatness’ what ever that is, by riding wood on snow.

[@jm3262]

Turns out, he’s a good dude. Glad he spoke up here. Great chat BH! 🤙🏼

[@tarekrichey]

Your impact on the lives of other people is your legacy Shaun! I grew up watching you snowboard and had every xgames recorded on tape and on repeat.

[@ob1cann0li]

Jones being here for this one just makes sense... love it

[@chadkarecki9496]

Stan would have been a much better choice.

[@CaseyWillax]

Heavy day!!! Frothing on this one!

[@6to8john]

Get him on natural selection already!!!! Great episode!!!👏👏👏

[@patrikmadaras7871]

Wow! This is the reason we need podcasts like you Bomb Hole. We live in days where sport journalists are hungry just for making somedy a cartoon character instead of tell the whole story. In 39:50 I got goosebumbs. How he defined the process of isolation it was mindblowing.

[@brenden5721]

Not enough can be said about how difficult it is to throw such spins with that stance width 🤯🎸🙌

[@GEB-yy3ud]

His snowboard tech was eyeballing his stance! hahahahah Amazing

[@Bennytree]

SW is core to the sport in his Own Way. There isnt a cookie cutter mold for snowboarding or being a Pro. Gotta Respect SW for paving his path his own way.

[@WaechterDerNacht]

That was a really great listen! I never really had the greatest image of him back in the day, but was great to hear all those stories and his views on things with some distance. Definitely bringing a new appreciation for what he's done for the sport. Thanks Shaun! And thanks guys for bringing such a great podcast to us!

[@mikebroadhead8539]

I love it when professionals are truly humble every time they open their mouths it’s quality and considerate conversation. 💯

[@tubopedia]

I was die hard Frends crew fan, bought 100% into this not core narrative. This really brought it full circle. Might be the most misunderstood dude in snowboarding.

[@torjones-7]

Amazing episode. Very smart from him to wait for the right opportunity to talk, avoiding (or trying to) all the celebrity obsessed US media machine. Even show more of his character. Liked that a lot. The best for you Shaun.

[@iamdc1144]

One of my favorite memories of snowboarding was seeing Shaun’s double mctwist 1260 at the US Open in Stratton for the first time.

[@snowboardp5893]

Shaun white is a top 3 snowboarder of all Fing Time !!!

[@harrywoods482]

Big thank you from Korea. My wife is from Alaska so anything snowboarding is a win. I surprised her with the a trip to the Korean warm ups before the Olympics. Getting to watch Shaun White ride in person earned me major brownie points for life. We have spent the past week over in Gamgwon Do riding such a good memory.

[@corbettroberts]

Huge Respect for Jeremy Backing Up Shaun!!

[@IseFlyZ]

Great episode from a guy undoubtedly on the snowboarding Mount Rushmore. Core lords are furious

[@jasonlandry4416]

Tremendous respect to everyone on this one. Much needed flowers to Shaun for everything he has done to the sport and evolving the core community. Cheers!!!

[@zachdixon4597]

I would just like to say as a lifelong skateboarder and snowboarder and father, the wife and I loved Shaun’s Target line. The clothes were dope for kids definitely a Skeeter vibe. We always loved it.

[@concernedcitizen3254]

When Shaun and Travis were pushing things it was a special time, they inspired a lot of people. Big respect and looking forward to what you will do for the sport.

[@harrydeboer2701]

This is one of the best episodes. 🤘

[@ernielaloma]

Two things him in natty would be awesome and the fact he read and said Shaun Wide litterally made me bust out laughing 😂 awesome episode… glad to see him shredding while retired and loving it and still in the community!

[@neverforgettr2276]

That was one of my most favorite interviews of all time. Real things that really needed to be said. Snowboarding is so fun.

[@Backyardfilms.]

we need a group chat epidsode with shaun and danny davis asap

[@a_latzz2993]

Hope you guys can get Terje or Jussi to have a chat as well

[@kriskopa]

Yeeess! This was a good one! Growing up, Shaun White was my biggest idol, so it was really cool to have him talk about that era of time! The Bomb Hole, you guys rock!!

[@sweatpants1447]

Seemed almost therapeutic for shaun to be able to say those things. Cheers great sode.

[@marcyotei]

Thanks to Shaun's impact there are more people enjoying snowboarding today, and making this community we love so much bigger.

[@HAKKY2112]

A really great presentation. I met Sean once or twice back as far as 2009 or so he was very nice to me and yeah whatever but I’ve been snowboarding since 1988. I’ve done a few competitions, Half pipe… Mount Baker Bank slalom and others…. And now, my cousin David Marx, is the marketing manager for Arbour snowboards! So props to everyone

[@jmoneytwist]

you misspelled everything. nobody cares

[@creekboi7]

I just saw the Red Gerard pod a few weeks ago. You guys mentioned how Shaun might not ever make it on to the podcast. Glad you guys made it happen!

[@buildinghome175]

Very stoked for this one!

[@d_a_crofty]

A 2 hour episode and we don’t know if they were Mtn Dews on the plane!

[@PushaDee]

You're a bonafide stud if you don't know the songs to your own video parts. If I had a video part I'd watch it every day before I went to bed and when I woke up in the morning.

[@willysworldtv]

Shaun White is a G , people that talk shit about this kid are just haters.

[@C_Haberstoked]

Big love to Shaun. He definitely inspired me to ride. Thank you Shaun and bomb hole!

[@philipcsimon]

I didn’t want, I NEEDED a guest question from Stan on this one 😂

[@chadotterstrom]

Did you ask him about the width of his stance? Can't wait to hear this one.

[@BoardinorBored]

Haha

[@Lendog22]

Of course they did.

[@TheBombHole]

Hop to 23:49! We gotta get you in studio soon Chad!

[@jm3262]

Staunce…

[@chadotterstrom]

@@TheBombHolestarting an influencer career here on YT. I’m down once it blows up. I’ll be your 1st influencer guest.

[@SeanMatyja]

That was a damn good interview. I think people give him a hard time for being so good. He worked hard, was (is) a core boarder, congrats to him. Solid guy. Really enjoyed this one.

[@mikemulrooney4574]

I think he redeemed himself by answering why he was separated from the rest of the crew and seemed to be out if the culture for so long but you can tell it means everything to him. Such a solid dude and I am impressed with his humanity and how humble he is. Truly just another human being making mistakes and bettering himself throughout life. So stoked on the interview. Love you Shawn thank you for all of your hard work and beastly shredding!

[@cparksie2231]

Loved the episode. Thanks to Shaun to opening up and giving us an honest take on his career and past. The Canadian snowboarder busted for weed was Ross Rebagliati. I met him a few years ago. He's such an awesome dude.

[@jordanmacfarlane5807]

Next year we need you in that competition !!

[@asdfg752]

Interesting to hear his perspective. He’s not my favorite but is actually way more likable than the kids in Stowe, VT who wore tall tees and said the n-word circa 2007. The “core” crowd was I stopped riding for a long time and just skated.

[@Arazzziiii]

Thank you for everything you did for the sport. Xgames and competitive snowboarding (probably) peaked when you were at your peak. I hope it gets back to that someday.

[@reyvazquez5522]

Im new to the sport and I never understood why so many snowboarders hated on Shaun. The Talent was so obvious and he was just better than everyone else. Glad he came on the show and gave us the REAL story. I WANT SHAUN WHITE IN NATURAL SELECTION NOW!!!!!!

[@oliverholzmann2588]

Loved every minute of the conversation - what a great episode.

[@blakeherrmann9784]

Thanks for everything you have done for snowboarding and skateboarding you are the man. Late.

[@jpalarchio]

Really can't believe this finally happened... Absolutely amazing interview and long overdue for Shaun to speak to the community; this interview and the documentary are certainly good PR for him. People need to be willing to hit reset and have an open mind. I know the haters like to say he didn't give back to the sport but there is an entire generation that grew up being inspired by his success. This can't be talked about enough, probably no one else has inspired that many to join the sport. It's pretty clear that he was motivated by being focused on competing at the highest level and pushing back on all the distractions. Certainly seems to have applied a lot of strategy during his competition which shouldn't be a negative; look at the early days of snurfing/snowboarding and it was definitely the same. Not sure there has been a better Bomb Hole episode that this one; tough to top this one, this might be the peak.

[@tombath9339]

I have to admit that I was not the biggest Shaun White fan but it had nothing to do with him personally and more to do with the fact that the media portayed him as the "best snowboarder in the world". As a PNW guy snowboarding was all about powder and the backcountry and I thought the fact that guys like Terje, Travice Rice, Jeremy Jones, etc were not discussed was frustrating. Again, this not not Shaun's fault. I would love to see Shaun compete in Natural Selection or do an AK part in a movie so he can showcase other elements of his snowboarding portfolio.

[@hiya5643]

that was cathartic! felt like some shade was lifted to reveal a whitespace!! hahah! great show, thank you!!

[@arjanvijselaar534]

Fiancée?! Congratulations Chris. What a great episode. Awesome to hear it from his perspective. Very genuine, honest and a polite person.

[@khaijohannes5308]

Natural Select 24/25, you have my vote. 'Make Shaun Send Again' hats on sale now 😂

[@ryan_chandler]

Been waiting awhile for this one. Need a Halldor episode

[@sonnyrico]

When i started snowboarding in the late 80s early 90s, half pipe runs were a challenge to just navigate the lumps and chanels carved in the wall. Now runs and riders are precise like a figure skater where body position is held to rigid standard

[@Clarke1982]

Loved this episode. Always been a fan of Shaun. Stoked to get more insight into his life and him as a person. Also stoked to hear we share the same fav board graphic and same fav riders style. Thanks Bomb Hole for bringing this episode to us all and thanks Shaun!

[@Joey-cz3js]

So awesome to hear from you, Shaun!

[@gretayeadon]

Such an intelligent, insightful and wise young man. Your parents must be so proud of you.

[@shambles416]

Shaun's a legend whether u like it or not

[@patrikscherer]

Thank you! For keeping up good work! I am always questioning things in every aspect=i was more on fans side on the white one topic.so finally he spoke out and i hope this was eye opening to some peoples.nothing is just black and white.😘

[@nkatlein]

Such a good podcast. Shaun is a huge inspiration for the sport and an amazing dude ! Cool to watch and listen

[@parkjoe1]

GREAT episode, very well done Chris and Jeremy! Let's stop the hate and narrative...Let's just appreciate Shaun for what and how he has influenced Snowboarding

[@Thrillingg]

Half way through here and already wishing the interview was longer. I remember encountering Shaun when he was featured in Tony Hawk’s Secret Skatepark Tour video, back in the day of him as a youth. This interview really grew my respect for him and I appreciate his honest candor especially after being under such speculation and critical eye for a lifetime; that’s rough on anyone. He is an ATHLETE. He’s put his stock in the SPORT. For those to deny him credibility based on things like not partying, that’s weighing the hard on an element of the accouterments that tend to come with the LIFESTYLE of a snowboarder- not the sport or art itself. And seriously, consider what it’s like to be in a top position and such a dedicated competitor; it’s isolating. People need to cut each other some slack. Honestly, Shaun is not one of my favorite riders as I prefer a looser style, but I give him mad respect for his positions on what was shared in this video. Right on, Shaun. Well done. Hope people lighten up and show some appreciation and respect where it’s due. Thanks for being willing to share your heart. Hope “retirement” serves you well. This is one of your best episodes yet, guys! Bravo.

[@Gunzbaldwin]

Its good to see him back grounded and in a great headspace. I remember when things were getting out of control and he thought he was a rock and roll star lol, wearing those tight leather pants and acting off key. But now its just good to see that hes come full circle and back to his roots. The whole Burton and Donna issue does suck. He rode his ass off for them and to write him off that way is shit. I mean their track record aint too great. Cut the whole UNINC team, bailed on Forum, then cutting countless other riders. I get that its a business but theres no loyalty in that.

[@theniceguy219]

I started snowboarding because I wanted to be like Shaun. Skating in the summer and snowboarding in the winter. He showed me that you could be both!

[@BrandonSchmit]

Shaun is a legend. It's great to see he's a good human and get a glimpse into his mindset and why he stayed somewhat private. When people don't see the "behind the scenes" reasons for actions, they fill in the blanks on the person and his intentions, often incorrectly. Sounds like the community haters had it wrong. Turning down big money is respectable if it would taint the industry. Interesting to see the trick struggles and his mindset on progression.

[@inakigarai2543]

So hard to be the best and to deal with it in life. All my respect.

[@alwaysgosnowboarding]

Absolutely massive insight - shaun we love you. Thanks for all youve done for the sport. Hope this is part of a healing experience… god it must have been hard and isolating… that can destroy the best of them yet you persevered. What character. Excited to see your future impact on the sport. And BH loving these heavy hitters and loving jones as a cohost, way to let the guest speak!!

[@etiquette11]

Great one! I appreciate that you guys met this conversation where it could be, as opposed to treating it like a normal ep. And it's really cool to get to listen to Shaun as an authentic dude and from a different perspective than his more common interviews and media appearances.

[@llepoint93]

I think I still have TB9 on vhs back home. Shaun def inspired me from a young age. Would love to throw some laps at b-town with this guy!

[@matthewmayer5753]

Legendary podcast episode right here

[@liam5242]

Thanks for getting him here! sick episode!

[@wehongryy]

Thank you for doing this episode!! And thank you Shaun for telling us your story.

[@backsideslash]

I know Shaun is a lightning rod person in shredding, but there’s no denying that his talent was and is next level, once in a generation. While I may not like the spin to win era that he is largely responsible for kicking off and prefer the stilo of a Michalchuk to a double cork 1440, he did what the judges were rewarding and is a true competitor. There’s also no telling where snowboarding would be worldwide without him bringing such international hype to the pipe. Pretty insane to think about really.

[@apostropheus]

Finally, a peer gave Michalchuck his flowers.

[@johnnydoeboy9301]

There’s a reason why he’s a sellout….

[@RHagans]

My thoughts exactly man.

[@chrisaxe211]

@thebombhole group chat with shaun and donna?!? Let them clear the air.

[@P.A.U.L.]

Great episode, I only wish he had more time in the booth

[@GEB-yy3ud]

Like Tony Hawk, he was so good that people held it against him for years.

[@wooltron1]

Coolest graphic of all time was the Silence Blaise Rosenthal with the coyote.

[@curro.romero]

Shaun White in Natural Selection, definetly want to see that

[@Sixty4Fifty7]

The vulnerability, emotion and passion came out here. Totally unscripted and it felt real. Thanks for sharing. I'm a fan. White Album 2 please. Bring Seone out of retirement and fuck things up. Nice work B-Hole team.

[@oladog]

Stoked he did this. The best always get targeted. Love to see some new SW footage, maybe some backcountry bangers!

[@JhawkBeats]

I really hope Shaun does Natural Selection, the "he's a sell out" should finally apperciate him. He pushed the sport to major new heights and is the reason for generations of riders. Great episode, seems like hes in a great place going to fun watching him get after it this season in the back country.

[@shawnbrown1750]

Dear Shaun, I am sorry I fell for the haters saying you're not Core. Thank you for coming on the Bomb Hole. My opinion of you was sooo wrong.

[@adnanfazlic5663]

Damn, completely changed my mind on the homie Shaun. Love it.

[@andrewcruz6030]

So glad Jones brought up JG, he gave me a whole lesson on why no high backs back in the day at Loon

[@anthonyrush2106]

Great Episode Guys. No real talk from Shaun about The Frends Crew and Kevin Pearce. Try and get KP on. Would love to hear his take on SW.

[@mmagbie1]

Love seeing that Shaun is a Speedmaster guy.

[@Kevin_Ice]

I would like to see Shaun do a 5-6 year stint of exploring back country. Could be cool to see what he would get into. Even if he does Split boarding instead of hard core back country. Could be cool.