This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von E373 Tony Hawk & Jason Ellis
Dec 29, 2021
Tony Hawk, a skateboarding legend and entrepreneur, teams up with Jason Ellis, an Australian skateboarder and radio personality. They dive into their wild skateboarding tales, sharing hilarious injuries and camaraderie moments. The duo hilariously navigates stalker stories and the challenges of fame, blending comedy with reflections on skate culture. They also discuss their new podcast, Hawk vs Wolf, while highlighting the connection between fear and performance, showcasing their unique backgrounds in skating and comedy.
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Loop Ramp Demographics
- Tony Hawk asked about the demographics of loop ramp users.
- Jason Ellis jokingly claimed to be the first gay person to use it, then mentioned Lizzie Armanto as the first woman.
Checkerboard Grip Tape Incident
- Jason Ellis shared an anecdote about making custom checkerboard grip tape.
- A fellow skater threw it in the trash, highlighting the harsh critique in the skateboarding community.
Skateboarding Injuries
- Jason Ellis discussed skateboarding injuries, recounting a broken pelvis, fractured skull, and broken thumb.
- He also described seeing a dislocated arm, while Tony Hawk talked about wrist fractures.