Pro skateboarder Tony Hawk joins Bill Maher to discuss sobriety, skateboarding challenges in the '80s, parenting struggles, comparisons of childbirth and skateboarding injuries, advice for young skaters, lack of PEDs in skateboarding, and mutual love for Jackass.
Skateboarding in the '80s felt like being an astronaut, Tony Hawk's advice to young skaters, lack of PED's in skateboarding
Tony Hawk's journey to finding his perfect wife, comparing childbirth to skateboarding injuries, mutual love of Jackass
Choosing not to have children without moral judgment, impact of raising responsible adults, importance of self-reflection
Deep dives
Fair and Equal Parenting
Not having children was a choice driven by a lack of interest, and the speaker believes that not wanting kids should not carry a moral judgment. The conversation delves into the impact of raising well-functioning adults and the joy derived from seeing children grow into responsible individuals who make good choices.
Skateboarding and Ageing
The speaker reflects on the evolution of his skateboarding career and how age has brought a shift in priorities. While still engaged in the sport, there is a conscious decision to avoid unnecessary risks and embrace the joy of continuing to skate with a focus on lesser risky techniques and the enjoyment of the sport.
Comedic Performance
The discussion touches on the importance of laughter and how humor can be found in physical stunts similar to those in comedic shows. The speaker appreciates the comedic impact of physical gags and acknowledges the unique combination of creativity and risk-taking in such performances.
Life's Regrets and Lessons
The conversation touches on the concept of regrets and self-reflection, emphasizing the value of learning from past experiences. The speaker discusses the importance of accountability and personal growth, highlighting the significance of making better choices based on lessons learned.
Single Mothers and Family Dynamics
Exploration of family structures and societal shifts related to single mothers. The speaker shares insights on a hypothetical show concept, a single mother's beauty pageant, discussing the changing dynamics of family units and the evolving perceptions around single parenthood.
Bill Maher and Tony Hawk on Steve O and sobriety, Tony’s death-defying stunts, how being a pro skateboarder in the '80s was like being an astronaut, how Tony’s kids think the '90s were ancient history, bridging the gap between grunge and TikTok, Tony’s journey to finding the perfect wife, Bill compares childbirth to skateboarding injuries, Tony’s sage advice to young skaters, the lack of PED’s in skateboarding, and their mutual love of Jackass.