Evan Smith | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts - Episode 115

Evan Smith discusses growing up in Florida, watching his uncle skate in Tampa Am, going on a trip with Listen Skateboards, Jeff Pang hooking him up with DC Shoes, his experimental phase with psychedelics, getting on Element Skateboards, his love for music, filming for the Element “PEACE” video and much more!
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[@dirtypanda87]

Broke up with my girl after 10 years. Living in a place that's been hard for me. Listening to y'all makes me feel like I'm with friends, thanks for making me feel better even if for only an hour and a half. Love y'all, for real!

[@girthbrooks1708]

dirtypanda87 “living in a place”.........sometimes i feel the same way man.....

[@boomshakalaka7396]

Shit gets better man I promise, I've been there and it will suck for a while but the sun will shine again and there's still people that loves you so don't give up because the world is beautiful and we're all your friends

[@tomsativa]

Yah loves you brotha

[@caylyn111]

Chill out fool

[@SlipperyPete42069]

dirtypanda87 I wish you much strength and support dude 👊

[@FelipediOliveira]

After going through this episode, my biggest wish is: I wish that the new generation not only can learn to skate even better, but also learn to be as polite, as respectful, as sensitive and as down to earth as Evan Smith is. He's such a young guy and yet, he's puting out a new approach on how to be a human being. Thanks guys, it totally made my day!!

[@TheCloudLounger]

evan for SOTY. seems like one of the best dudes on and off the board. let us not forget that 540 from KOTR this year...

[@ChrisPlush]

Thought it was a 360...

[@TheNerdzkrew]

That was one of my local parks shit was gnarly!

[@smokedpenguin367]

@@ChrisPlush the thrasher cover was a 360 but he did 540 at some point i'm pretty sure

[@TheFunkytownGotcha]

KOTR is proof it adds to this resume. He should have a leg up with it. I'd be completely cool with him taking it this year.

[@sebastianstorer8938]

Evan for soty

[@xLicksquids]

Such a down to earth likeable dude

[@chetchelios7614]

Little poop and pee here and there so what lol

[@nickheslop8740]

For sure, I love this guy

[@marshalljohn1175]

I was pleasantly surprised how well spoken and quick witted Evan Smith is. A great soul and role model for the next generation of skateboarders.

[@ryanoneill9117]

Jones Jones just because someone decides to experiment with their own consciousness doesn’t make the a bad person

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

Everyone is great in an edited interview. That being said he's been very fortunate that he's in an industry where the things he chooses to do/experiment with aren't necessarily held against him. 99.9% of kids that watch him will never be in that situation. Watch any interview of an older pro talking about how they regret that lifestyle. Shit Spanky was just on talking about it. Go rewatch Reynolds NC ep. Go watch Neens channel. Guy Mariani. Geoff Rowley. So many pros say it was fun but they all wished they hadnt done it.

[@marshalljohn1175]

@@IDiggPattyMayonnaise good point

[@scovell7]

Seriously, everyone knows it's Guy Marinara.

[@rickjames5470]

@@IDiggPattyMayonnaise Spanky and neen just drank a bunch which is much different compared to psychedelics

[@cedricduguay8492]

Evan talk like that guy around a firecamp, lowering his voice recalling spirit encountering

[@killmyface12]

You guys touched upon something that every skateboarder feels, though may not always know how to articulate, and I think as long as people are able to acknowledge that feeling, and roll somewhere with that helping them push, the cold slippery hands of the corporate influence will never be able to get the grip on skateboarding that could ever squeeze the life from it. ...anyway thanks a bunch, you rule!

[@user-ir3pz7be2p]

Evan is the coolest dude ever haha, even if he didn't skate he would still be the funniest homie. I get the vibe from him that he can be super talented at whatever he takes interest to!

[@hUnt94]

Yuka Kay starts shooting lasers out of his eyes: can you do that

[@skeletonyouth616]

i feel like hes dummy beast at guitar

[@DeBear91]

Favorite skater for his skating. Now my favorite skater for his character.

[@bwillsskates2638]

Same same

[@andrewh5104]

Evan Smith is genuinely the greatest human.

[@NotoriousNUGS]

You must really hate your life to dislike this video.....he's like the chillest most loving dude ever wtf?

[@sponger-qo9wf]

exactly what i told the trolls

[@STEEL4122]

Just skated with him today at my local park. Such a sick cool ass dude. I’m forever a fan

[@voi907]

Evan is a keeper of the light. as long as he's rolling skateboarding is gonna be alright. long live evan smith.

[@Critnit1]

I started skating last month at the ripe age of 24 thanks in large part to The Nine Club and amazing individuals like Evan Smith. Broke my arm last week, but I have zero regrets. Keep doing what yall do.

[@dylanwagner9686]

NeverHi jeez just take baby steps dude flat ground for like 6-9 months at least before u try anything u can hurt ur self on

[@dylanwagner9686]

NeverHi when ur 21 like me u gotta make sure not to break stuff so u can get to work the next day

[@Critnit1]

I feel you. Was doing a rock to fakie on a mini ramp and hit a crack or hung up and fell straight to my elbow. I had them down pretty well until then. Shit happens, I still don't regret it. Fortunately I don't have kids or anybody else I'm financially responsible for.

[@totality_seeker]

What a chilled dude Evan is, Super in tune with Nature the world and the whole lineage of Skateboarding, much love to him and you guys for keeping skating for Skaters.

[@waxkevorkian7884]

I went through a Nine Club withdraws last week!

[@devon9249]

Gonna go get some McDonald's and watch this shit don't work till 8am tmrw

[@preciousbash]

DUDE ME TOO!! They went dark on us...WOAH!!! :-O

[@mattie_world]

they had a week off :) they deserve it!!! i ended up relistening to the last 3 experience episodes lool

[@rolandocaldera8719]

Yea same I watched episodes 1-7.. they were like 30min a piece

[@turbocateyeS475]

I rewatched the Lil Wayne episode again for the memes and the culture

[@SuperCutiepie1012]

I wish musicians were like that, had the warm community that skaters have

[@subvike]

Thank you for this great interview Nineclub, Jonah Hill next and make him talk about his El Toro battle

[@alemarquez1995]

And his 360 over the Great wall of china

[@Dead_ham]

Ale Marquez Woah woah how could you leave out his 900 at the x-games back in 1999?....

[@hectorbarnett]

you mean his battle walking up to the top step?

[@subvike]

Guys, love or hate him, you cannot deny the fact he will contribute more to the skate community than any of us combined. And he lost some weight.

[@subvike]

really? I am sure the kids in the movie will benefit from it, as well as society will understand more the skate culture. He doesnt have to jump El Toro to be as remarkable as someone who jumps El Toro...that was my point. Its ok if you disagree.

[@christhew4129]

What a incredible episode. Evan Smith is a true soul skater. Inspiring piece Nine Club. Thankyou!

[@kasper5688]

In school rn regretting not bringing headphones. This is gonna be a banger

[@hudson8136]

I didn’t know one person could restore my faith in humanity but Evan did he is an absolute legend and inspiration!!!

[@DaCocoNutMan]

Yes, been wanting this for awhile, Evan is the best dude! Now let's get Wes Kremer, Marius Syvanen, Stevie Perez, or Brad Cromer next!

[@vathe757]

Did Evan Smith just become one of my favorite people on earth? Just wow..what an inspiring human being man.

[@sede8916]

used to watch his "skateboarding is forever" part on my ipod nano every night before falling asleep at least 10 times in a row. Evan is one of the best skater and human being to every walk on this planet. how can anyone dislike this?

[@spellburn]

learn with this alien, he has stuff to teach us. We are all facing spiritual decay and Evan is one of the guys that helps us fight that

[@esojaloerra174]

Or Jesus lol

[@jorgdippel6985]

omg think the same he is kind an alien like andy anderson they told us some thing we have to listen so autentic he loves what he do you see it in every part of a second .after a big slam he nver throw his board away

[@dylanfitzgerald5673]

evan "the fruits of it" smith for SOTY

[@MilkSteak23]

haha I wasn't sure what fruit related comment to make.

[@skylerhenson7392]

Met him tonight. Hands down the nicest and most down to earth dude I’ve ever met. You’re awesome Evan!!!

[@Creaturefiendyo]

We need a Rowan Zorilla interview

[@lizardboy6698]

Such a great idea

[@Creaturefiendyo]

lizard boy would be so good

[@kellykelso26]

BIG BIG FACTS

[@nabeelnelson4368]

!!!!

[@dirtychris666]

I back that 100%

[@KnightMcflee]

Evan literally stole my heart during KOTR and this kid ripssssss gotta love him

[@SeanSullyy]

Jove God that’s fucked up chubbs

[@KnightMcflee]

J MS all the above what a gnarly dude

[@StephenYoee]

Best dude in skateboarding hands down Straight inspirational This is how you treat other HUMANS

[@nastynoles1213]

I always come back every so often and watch this. Such a good interview. I grew up skating contests with Evan and he has ALWAYS ripped. I'm so happy for him and where skateboarding has taken him, he deserves every bit of it.

[@OMGIGILY]

He's soooo smart and good at talking. How does he have so much control about what hes saying damn!!!

[@michaelc_abbey]

The stuff Evan was saying about the "lost boys and girls" almost makes me tear up, so true and well said.

[@aleddavies5765]

Best episode, I remember seeing Evan in future nature and never stopped watching since! This dude is the goat man modern day legend

[@keeganmoerike7730]

evan smith might be my favourite person on earth

[@drewwolf3405]

Please never take a week off again. My Mondays are not the same without you!

[@alexcorona]

Thank you so much for this episode, he was in my top 10 most wanted guests.

[@escapedvivesectionist7011]

Love this dude. So sick. You guys gotta get GRECO on.

[@yelnickmcwawa5858]

escaped vivesectionist i second this. get greco on please

[@kf3876]

def needed. Theres a 0% chance he would do it though

[@turbocateyeS475]

Greco is a legend but if he come on the show he needs to leave the douchey fake mob hipstee bullshit at home. Bring the hammers back

[@sponger-qo9wf]

casino mob boss .

[@AndrewJ951]

Cool to hear Evan outside of KOTR. Dudes really has a lot of great things to share. His attitude makes him great role model for all the younger kids coming up if you ask me. He is def right about how the American education system has left out how to exist and sustain your self in the wild, and filled with false history. Great to see so many Floridians at the top ranks of skating right now. Right on Evan!

[@preciousbash]

YAZZZZZZZ 9 CLUB!!!! I am living for this episode!!!! Evan Smith is the jam!! I am 20 minutes into watching this and I AM LOVING IT!!! Evan is such an AWESOME skater and he is a killer talker too. The boy can chat! Evan is so legit SICK!!!! He has such a crazy trick bag!! 9 CLUB you are back in the zone!! KSL and now Evan. JOY!!!! Good luck with your recovery Evan. NYC loves ya baby!!!

[@nicosalis9828]

Evan is the MAN! so a chill human being! love from Switzerland!!

[@thecraigpaul6799]

whoelse stopped the interview to watch one of his iconic parts

[@winnemuccamangler7657]

His spitfire part from a couple years ago rules!

[@joostkingma6610]

haha hell yes

[@arianatane]

bro i did that about 3 fuckn times, how good

[@GTTemperd]

Fuk yeah bro DC modern Freq part. Big ups for the tent livin' too especially for younger skaters.Road trips like that r fukn essential.sk8 your best life🇳🇿🦉☯️🤘🌲🍄🌵🔥🌪️🤯❄️

[@joeyp8197]

Yeah this dude is the shit super mello down to earth and one of the most versatile skater out 2018

[@samrollup]

Evan is a beautiful human.

[@anguswarner1864]

Nothing but love for Evan

[@chadbrown3258]

Evan Smith is my spirit animal

[@gidsfiddle]

Evan is such a nice, humble dude! Glad you guys are back!

[@AdamCeladin]

Gotta Love Evan !!! Great job Guys !!!

[@nickheslop8740]

Fuck yeah !

[@zakkhoffman6257]

15 minutes in and you can tell his attitude on and off the board can’t be compared he’s such a humble down to earth dude I think that amazing. Even Smith keep up the good work #540KOTR

[@Justgoneforsometime]

Evan is the man, one of the best humans...... if he even is human...

[@SWWonders]

Surprised they didn’t remember Rusted Root, “Send Me On My Way” is a hugely noticeable song...Evan is so fucking chill btw, another great guest

[@chapter2unit4]

SWWonders jambands and skating have never mixed

[@nigelgeiger6020]

It was actually pretty prevalent in brands like Creation, Satori Movement, Ipath and even the Rasta color years of Element. I was never a RR fan but I saw them open for “Furthur” the first reincaration of the Grateful Dead. I had a lot of fun in the crowd when RR played. Def a good vibe. There were tons of skaters in the jam scene then too early and mid 00s.

[@AL_KING777]

Yeah rusted root was huge, nine club guys aren’t music buffs

[@troytree123]

Evan said some real shit...looks like he made the 9 club dudes uncomfortable. All in all, great interview. One of my favorites.

[@brentmarks_diy]

Roger needed a stella. He seemed cranky hahahaha

[@chetchelios7614]

He was a itching

[@thomasrainbow]

@Jones Jones Hippie crap? He's just being himself. That negativity will you get you down homie.

[@frankhernandez6524]

What a chill guy.

[@eldrs-]

As a skateboarder who also got into Backpacking / Hiking / Camping , this is awesome to hear from Evan! Do some research, grab some gear and get yourself out there camping and hiking

[@robertsouthall8437]

I usually watch this while I work my 12hr shifts at work. I'm off for a week and I just can't wait 9club love.. E smith Kills shit

[@Ramboskates85]

Peace Love Unity Respect Much love Evan smith 🙌🏼

[@johnrizzo4383]

Honestly this completely turned my morning around thanks nine club and Evan

[@thecraigpaul6799]

Evan has such a beautiful energy sorrouding him, hes so entertaining love seeing him off board too

[@indiiiGo1223]

My love for the energy of evan smith is absolutely insurmountable. Homie has the best viiibes and is all love and creativiiiT

[@qotsa1234]

5 minutes in and i allready knew its was going to be my new favourite

[@hUnt94]

Evan Smith is my favorite skater, and hearing him speak makes me want to be his best friend. And where I live, the skate scene is one to none. My skate scene is so small you couldn’t see it under a microscope and hearing you guys speak makes me feel good. It’s nice to put your podcasts on while skating

[@retrosmodernlife8705]

This interview could go on for days & I would watch every minute of it! Evan seems like such a rad dude!! Thanks for another great ep nine club!

[@OMGIGILY]

in awe at his eloquence

[@stusux]

You've just made my night. Thank you nine clubbers.

[@WildSkateboarder]

One thing I can say about Evan Smith is that he is a one of a kind! He doesn’t skate for money, not for sponsors, for nothing but fun! I met him at street league one time and I told him good luck and he said “thanks man but I don’t skate to win! I’m just having fun”. That is something you don’t hear often! We need more skaters that has the vibe, attitude and positivity of Evan Smith! I remember when he went of the barrier in Chicago! I was right in front of him on the floor when he did that! Blew my mind!

[@LekSkoj]

This guy is awesome. Love him

[@SonicNurse666]

Evan can literally skate anything. Dude has been one of my favorites for such a long time. You should try and get Al Davis on the nine club soon

[@rubidium330]

This is pretty awesome, I never knew how cool Evan actually is!!

[@charlieroe1844]

Jim Greco on the nine club

[@nbatres38]

He’s well spoken ! Great interview !

[@ScatMan-un9cm]

Get John Cardiel

[@soulfireclash2882]

He’s busy hunting in Arizona.

[@larafaceroli_]

evan is the sweetest

[@christopherklebanoff178]

What a super chill and likable dude. Love the bunny yo!

[@zubairpatel5451]

GET DAVID GRAVETTE!

[@serf866]

I need that

[@bg8578]

NAH NIGGA HE WASHED UP

[@Frontside_chill]

Karl Watson's cousin he’s hurt right now and still killing it. You’re washed up

[@zubairpatel5451]

He's always hurt, he has hip problems. Mad respect for him for pushing on. He's done some serious gnarly stuff. We need to hear him speak... Make it happen Crob.

[@Watchingmefadeaway]

yes yes yes

[@BirdiePierce]

That was funny to hear his aunt is in Rusted Root ... They deff have a song that's been in tv commercials a few times. .. But then his uncle was pro for Sims? Hilarious

[@tylerdurden6882]

Gotta love this dude. Pure and decent human being.

[@MrBleedsBlue]

yes~!!! Evan is one of my favorite skaters ~!!!

[@pofty]

GET KAREEM CAMPBELL ON THE SHOW!!!!!!!

[@evilisforbidden3981]

I was just about to say that, what ever happened to AXION?

[@jamalydude]

YES! Keep trying every week I’ve been asking for months he’s one of the best of all time and very very influential in the skate world

[@theeturnone]

@@jamalydude im sure there is def word out for him to be on. . and im sure it will happen sooner or later. Kareem is just a busy ass dude . . peace, Eric

[@Davidrios-xs7zt]

dude hes pure energy! from another planet!!!

[@Ratt611]

One of my favorite pros of this generation. His love of skating really shines through.

[@Cornchips86]

His am part on DC back in 2012 was insane - have not stopped being amazed by him since - super righteous dude

[@nastynoles7946]

THE-BEST-DUDE. I'm from Florida and I have a vivd memory of him at Paradise Funplex which was a skatepark/mini golf place and Evan trying kick flip front 50's on this bump to hubba in between peoples runs at one of the contests they use to have. He was probably 15 or 16. Back when he use to rock the double tongues in the shoes haha I feel like a lot of us did. Thank you skateboarding for sick ass memories like these. Forever etched in my brain. Life is weird.

[@stusux]

Evan's on a whole other level. I love it.

[@stusux]

And humble as fuck. What a rad human.

[@radcerebral]

Just wanna say thank you for open your souls to share love. Skating is love.

[@theflyanglerjournal2935]

Beautyfull man! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@bookenjoyer6646]

Shroomed out of his mind, this is going to be golden

[@ps5622]

Good to have Loki on the show!

[@TriggaTaiChi]

The Kenny G of skateboarding

[@danielsmith3661]

We all need to be more like Evan Smith

[@idontwantone132]

Evan is a true space cadet lol he's also a skate rat and one of the best in the world

[@tim7ay325]

skate rat + space cadet. now that is an idea for something

[@LoupiOlorel]

@@tim7ay325 skace ratet?

[@thomasrainbow]

I think space explorer would be a better term. Space cadet has a negative connotation. This dude is super aware and smart.

[@joshuazammett8398]

So much wisdom coming out of Evan, bro. Ridiculously smart

[@StankPlanks]

Keen to listen to this on my work commute, Evan’s skating has been amazing these last few years.

[@NinoBone]

Wasnt really wanting to watch him but glad i sat down and watched/listened to it

[@omarpatino9419]

One of the coolest skaters ever such an inspiration!!!

[@jonnycatland1987]

I remember seeing him at Metro and Mesh all the time. If we went there, he was there.

[@insacious683]

Top dude, simply tops philosophy of life

[@tom-iz7ir]

"You've already compromised the glass!"

[@brandonstorrs1745]

This man is a legend in my town. Skated with him. Great guy.

[@BurtoniousPrime]

I like this dude. always liked his skating, he CRUSHED it in KOTR, and now this interview. Hes a rad kid.