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Digital Sales & Marketing Director, Editor in Chief, Host/Producer, Writer Rob says what is on his mind and doesn't ask for forgiveness. His career in skateboarding is an indicator of his personal views, taking every opportunity to speak from the heart and express ideas. We had a great conversation because he was completely open about himself, his ambition, and his intentions. This episode of the Skate To Create podcast will inspire you to be different, reflective, and unique in whatever your occupation may be. Rob hits on many points worth taking note of... better hit play, grab a pen and paper, and enjoy! Website: http://www.robbrink.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertbrink/ Rob Brink Sponser Me Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNZoIH8ePxA The Weekend Buzz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVJCclrn1yU&list=PLECF07635982E0411 Tin Soldiers: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/tin-soldiers-adaptive-sports-documentary#/

Not only does Jordan Hoffart eat, sleep and breathe skateboarding, he lives it. We talk about his Berrics video part, OC Ramps, Going Hoff, World record ollie and more in this exclusive interview on the skate to create podcast. You have probably seen his most recent video part on the Berrics, called “Full Part”... With the most insane frontside flip ender. Jordan Hoffart has 3 full length video Parts for Bones Wheels and Adio Footwear and has won numerous Dew tour events including best trick 3 times. He has been featured in commercials, movies and more. For more coverage/footage of his you can go to his website, http://goinghoff.com/ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review in iTunes! What is Skate To Create? We speak to amazing entrepreneurs, artists, freelancers, skateboard industry professionals, and pro skateboarders. Guests include Mikey Taylor, Manny Santiago, Cody McEntire, Brandon Westgate, Jason Hernandez, Beagle, and more! In each episode we are excited to bring you helpful resources, powerful conversations, and engaging stories to help inspire the creative, to take action. Top ranked in Sports/Recreation & Professional Podcasts on iTunes. We dive into the details of what it takes to start a business, project, and career of your dreams.

Jason Hernandez: Crafting Stories as The Ambassador for HD Skate Videos Dropping a stable job to travel in hopes of making connections as a filmer in skateboarding, Jason Hernandez, eventually found his way to Nike. As one of the influential filmers of skateboarding, he chose to be surrounded and blend in with various crews to get the perfect shots. Jason continues to lead the progression of skating through the lens by capturing the raw beauty with High Definition. “I’m going to be hated for this - but I was bored of the VX.” Jason Hernandez has been filming for longer than a decade. Starting off at Foundation, moving through to TransWorld and, now, to Nike. He recently created a piece on The Berrics for the REDirect [http://theberrics.com/redirect-jason-hernandez/] project. Piecing together practical dollies, he, designs them for the family business, Easy Dolly. This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding podcast is about going beyond a full commitment to a project. “It’s simple. If you really love doing something and want to take a stab at it professionally, do not half ass it.” After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://vimeo.com/jayfilms http://instagram.com/heyfilmthis http://www.eazydolly.com/

Element Skate Camp Director: Andy Dicker After writing a few well planned letters, Andy Dicker, set himself up for the life he always dreamed off. Being a self-proclaimed skateboarding enthusiast, Andy has landed exactly where he’s wanted to be: living that #skatelife. Learning how to appreciate the kids around him as an Elemental Awareness counselor, Andy Dicker used some hard life lessons to push himself forward. With a winning attitude, self-proclaimed skate enthusiast Andy Dicker has a personality you won’t soon forget. After graduating from high school, with no clue of what to do next, Andy Dicker had a life of adventure to live, all on his own terms. After the episode, check out his website and social media below! Links: http://sitwellcollection.com/ http://elementalawareness.org/ http://skatecamp.org/ Woodrow Walker's Guide to Survival Transworld Video Check Out Sacramento HD Edit Social Links: http://instagram.com/yawnsnarlos http://linkedin.com/pub/andrew-dicker/29/9aa/36a http://facebook.com/andy.dicker1

Matthew Holifield intended to create a skate team, using wax as his focus. With an entrepreneurial spirit he continues to better the melt-resistant Magic Wax brand. This episode of the Skate To Create is skateboarding podcast is about being experimenting and innovation. “I wanted to have an impact in skateboarding, because I love it so much.” #lessmeltmoreslide After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://www.magicskateboardwax.com/ http://instagram.com/magicwax/ http://www.facebook.com/magicskateboardwax http://twitter.com/magicwaxco

Jeff Ulrich is the chairman for Midroll Media, housing Earwolf and Wolfpop podcast networks. The team at Midroll Media work with podcasts like Comedy Bang! Bang! and WTF with Marc Maron to find advertisers suitable for original content. This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding podcast is about solving problems in a creative manner, rather than waiting around. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://www.jeffullrich.com/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffullrich http://twitter.com/jeffullrich http://www.midroll.com/ http://earwolf.com/

This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding podcast is about being open-minded and flexible to every opportunity. Modest about his career path, Global Skate Category Manager of DC Shoes and co-founder of Flying Strangers, Jeff Goforth has the business mind for marketing in skateboarding. Staying aware of the end consumer, Jeff knows what it takes to maintain success in a business. He shares his knowledge and hopes of skateboard marketing. “You're just trying to create a buzz. ” After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://twitter.com/jeffgoforth http://www.facebook.com/jeff.goforth.5 http://jeffgoforth.tumblr.com/ http://flyingstrangers.com/ http://www.facebook.com/FlyingStrangersBC http://twitter.com/flyingstrangers http://instagram.com/flyingstrangers/

This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding podcast is about turning life lessons into a creative outlet. We interview Lizzay Canters, host of the video blog SNOWrise! The Falls Creek Morning Show. Lizzay tells us about the creation of the unique snowboarding vlog recorded from an Australian chairlift, life lessons that branched out to blogging about addictions and what makes a gaper gap. We talk to Lizzay about how doing what it takes to travel down your own path of happiness allows for others to learn your true self. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Lizzay's Twitter - twitter.com/lizzaycanters Lizzay's Instagram - instagram.com/lizzayc/ SNOWrise! YouTube - youtube.com/user/lizzaycanters SNOWrise! Facebook - facebook.com/ilovefallscreek

This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding podcast gives real world advice for all of those hoping to open a skate shop or any other type of local business. We interview Ben Sharon, skate shop owner of the Rec Shop and worker at the Vapor Stop in Dallas, Texas. Ben Sharon tells us more about how he has been able to infuse his passion for skateboarding with supporting local artists and the graffiti culture. We talk to Ben about starting as an inexperienced shop owner, to now hosting art shows. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://www.recshop.net/ https://www.facebook.com/benrecshop.sharon http://www.thatvaporplace.com/ Instagram.com/royaldeca & instagram.com/skatetocreatepodcast twitter.com/royal_deca & twitter.com/skate_to_create Facebook.com/RoyalDeca & Facebook.com/SkateToCreatePodcast

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast catches up with promising photographer, Matt Day. Gifted a Kodak camera to document his childhood, Matt, is evolving into a successful, self-made photographer. Starting off photographing his friends while skateboarding to having a professional YouTube Channel, he’s successfully combined both of his passions and found his way working into the industry. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Website: http://www.mattdayphoto.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MattDayPhoto FB: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Matt-Day-Photo/246517032037773 IG: https://instagram.com/mattdayphoto/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mattdayphotofilmshow

This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding industry podcast is focused on the social media aspect of skateboarding. We interview Fred van Schie about the impact that social media has had on his view of the marketing world. Fred tells us more details on how he’s learned about the importance of social media from repping for major companies in the Skateboard industry such as Sole Technology, Baker, The Kayo Corp, and Deluxe. He talks about how he has worked with over fifty professional skateboarders including Andrew Reynolds, Ryan Decenzo, and Torey Pudwill. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Website: www.fredvanschie.com Instagram: instagram.com/fredvanschie Youtube: YouTube.com/fredvanschie Twitter: twitter.com/fredvanschie Facebook: facebook.com/fredvanschie

How Do You Start Your Own Comedy Club? This episode of the Skate To Create skateboarding industry podcast is focused on the creative influences learned because of skateboarding. We interview the guys at the Shit Hole Comedy Club, about the impact that skateboarding helped shape them into the people they are today. The guys at Shit Hole tell us more about how they’ve learned from each other and influence one another. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Website: www.shitholehq.com Instagram: instagram.com/shitholehq Tumblr: www.tumblr.com/shitholehq Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/The-Shithole

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast talks to Nate Musson of Shred Soles and the Not Snowboarding podcast. Nate Musson tells us about how manages to work full time, have his own podcast, and started a company. Being in the skate industry for 17 years, using books and podcasts for inspiration, and more are discussed in this episode of the podcast. If you are looking for tips on how to start your business, or you just want to hear a great story, this episode is for you. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Website: www.shredsoles.com/ Podcast: www.notsnowboardingpodcast.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/ShredSoles/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/natemusson Twitter: www.twitter.com/ShredSoles Facebook: www.facebook.com/Shredsoles YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SYQ3FHNMjE

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast talks to Social Media Manager of NHS, Inc., Andrew Shusterman. Andrew talks about how growing up with professional artists in his life, bridged the gap between skateboarding, advertising and marketing. Studying his craft under business giant Gary Vaynerchuk and diving into Seth Godin’s knowledgeable books taught him the ifs ands or butts of working in behind the scenes of skateboarding. He also covers the power of internships (got his start at Ezekiel) and social media. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://www.nhs-inc.com/ -- http://www.nhsfunfactory.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/shusterman/ Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/shusterman Twitter: twitter.com/shusterman83 Facebook: facebook.com/andrewshusterman

The Skate to Create skateboard podcast sits down with Dallas native skateboarder/entrepreneur, Gustavo Banales. We interview Gustavo about rising from Oak Cliff in Dallas, Texas, his ambition to become successful, selling shirts in school, dealing with loss, commitment, and his upcoming company relaunch. We learn why experience helps you evolve your own unique branding approaches, and why learning from failing can be helpful for your business. Those that are interested in self motivated entrepreneurs do not want to miss this podcast episode. After the Episode, See website and social media below! Instagram.com/tavofell & Instagram.com/dkaclothing & instagram.com/skatetocreatepodcast twitter.com/royal_deca & twitter.com/skate_to_create Facebook.com/RoyalDeca & Facebook.com/SkateToCreatePodcast

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast talks to a veteran of the skateboarding industry, Charlie Thomas. We interview Charlie Thomas about the skill sets needed to be a team manager, work in the skateboard industry and everything in-between. We learn what it takes and the type of support needed to be successful in the skate industry. Those that are interested in being a team manager, should not miss this podcast episode. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: http://www.preservationboardco.com/ https://www.facebook.com/preservationboardco https://twitter.com/preservationbc https://instagram.com/preservationboardco/ https://www.youtube.com/user/PRESERVATIONBOARDCO https://www.facebook.com/charlie.thomas.710 https://instagram.com/charliethomas/ https://www.linkedin.com/pub/charlie-thomas/41/aab/443

How can you write for a major skateboarding blog? The Skate To Create skateboard podcast talks to another talented writer and skateboarder, Templeton Elliott. We interview Templeton Elliott about writing for The Skateboard Mag, his contribution to “Yeah Right”, living in Portland, the skate industry, and his new podcast, Mostly Skateboarding. We learn more about how to get asked to contribute to popular skate blogs, how to get in to skate videos, and why DIY spots are the best. Those that are interested in learning to start a podcast, blog, or business do not want to miss this amazing podcast episode. After the episode, see website and social media below! LINKS: Website - http://www.mostlyskateboarding.net/ Twitter - http://twitter.com/mostlyskate Tumbler - http://mostlyskateboarding.tumblr.com/ Soundcloud - http://soundcloud.com/mostlyskateboarding Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/mostlyskateboarding

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast speaks with another amazing woman, Christina Canters. Christina is the founder of DesignDrawSpeak.com, ChristinaCanters.com and most recently theCmethod.com. She is also a former architect from Melbourne, Australia and currently based in New York City. We learn why communication helps you in every facet of your life. Those that are interested in furthering their career or even a job interview, do not want to miss this podcast episode. We also speak with Christina Canters about her YouTube videos, working out on camera, blogging, CrossFit, drinking coffee, and making friends with your podcast. Learn how to get comfortable with yourself, and learn so many other great tips from our guest, Christina Canters. After the Episode, see website and social media below! LINKS: http://christinacanters.com/ http://theCmethod.com http://designdrawspeak.com/ http://instagram.com/christinacanters http://twitter.com/cjcanters/ http://linkedin.com/in/christinacanters http://plus.google.com/+ChristinaCanters/posts http://youtube.com/user/christinacanters/

This episode of the Skate To Create skateboard podcast we sat down with skateboarder and artist, Josh Love. He skated all over Dallas, including the local park by his house, GPX. He rides for Creation Skateboards, and in an art show on Jan 16th 2015 titled the "Sit Well Collection." Josh Love is one of those guys that’s been hustlin since he was a kid! Originally from Dallas,Tx he made his way to Long Beach, California where he lives now. This dude is heavy in the skate scene and has a new part that just came out for Creation Skateboards. And he’s working with his close friends on some other upcoming video parts... Host: James and Daniel Manning - www.royaldecadesign.com/podcast Guest: Josh Love Instagram - http://instagram.com/josh_love/ Twitter - http://twitter.com/joshlove2 Facebook - http://on.fb.me/1Ci5vM7 #sitwellcollection www.sitwellcollection.com www.elementalawareness.com

The Skate To Create skateboard podcast talks to one of the people that inspired its inception, John Lee Dumas. We interview John Lee Dumas about starting a #1 podcast, his focus on podcasting, Podcasters Paradise, Webinar On Fire, and his new book. We learn why gaining experience helps you develop your own unique interviewing style, and why that can be a “game changer” for your business. Those that are interested in podcasting do not want to miss this podcast episode, or the free offer mentioned at the end. Should you start a podcast for your business or media channel? John Lee Dumas tells us more about podcasting with a unique format, starting multiple podcasts, and the many other “additions” possible. We talk to John about starting as an inexperienced interviewer, to releasing a show every single day. After the Episode, See website and social media below! LINKS: Website - http://bit.ly/1eONo4e Facebook - http://on.fb.me/1xnssgI Twitter - http://bit.ly/1xDgazP