Best Gary Cunningham Podcasts (2025)

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Season 3 Episode 146 |The Rise, Fall, & Truth Behind Joycult, Founder Matt Breaks His Silence 1:14:55

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with Matt, the original founder of Joycult, for one of the most honest and in-depth conversations ever recorded about fingerboarding history. We dive into Matt’s early life as a skateboarder, how Joycult started, why he chose to focus on wheels instead of decks, an…

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2025 Wrap-Up: Gals Chat, A Corn Cob, Alaska, and One Man, ep. 333 1:12:57

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To send 2025 off into the great abyss, we have a sensational year-end Basic Folk roundtable featuring Lizzie's group chat: Kaïa Kater, Olivia Ellen Lloyd, and Isa Burke. It can feel so challenging to know which media you can trust and whose takes you can really take to the bank. There is no one we trust more to wrap-up this wild and wacky year than…

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Season 3 Episode 145 | Record Payouts, Plies Mag Growth, and Worldwide Sanctioned Events 29:12

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we recap one of the wildest years in competitive fingerboarding. We dive into the massive cash prizes from Combo of the Year, Line of the Year, and King of the Plies, and break down why 2025 became the year fingerboarding officially stepped into the world of sports. We talk ab…

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Season 3 Episode 144 | The Story, the Shapes, and the Hendrix Graphic | Twenty7 Decks 6:16

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with @twenty.7.decks at the USAFBL National Event in Indianapolis. We dive into the origin of Twenty7 Decks, their design philosophy, and how their shapes and molds came to life. We talk about the story behind their brand name, the Jimi Hendrix-inspired graphics, a…

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Madison Cunningham is Embarrassed All the Time. ep. 332 59:12

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Our episode with Madison Cunningham was one of those all-time Basic Folk moments where a guest gets really deep really quickly. I'm so grateful to have had the chance to speak with this brilliant young torchbearer of the folk tradition to celebrate the release of her new album, 'Ace.' Cunningham grew up in the church, an environment which shaped he…

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Season 3 Episode 143 | Real Fingerboard Support: Sponsoring Riders, Events, & the Community | Lost in Transition Fingerboards 13:23

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with a very special guest, Anthony Perez of Lost inTransition Fingerboards. We dive into team culture, what it really means to support riders, and how Anthony is one of the few brand owners who actually backs his crew at events across the country. We talk about his…

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Season 3 Episode 142 | World’s Largest Fingerboard Collection | Markov of Hangnail Ramps 28:55

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Markov from Hangnail Ramps! We dive into the unbelievable history behind his 19,000 piece fingerboard collection. We talk about the upcoming Fingerboard Museum, and how he built one of the largest archives of fingerboard products on earth. We a…

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Season 3 Episode 141 | Father's Skate Supply 31:06

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with Mason Baker, the rider behind Father’s Skate Supply and the Texas Ranger Division. We talk about his 20-hour bus ride to Atlanta, the evolution of the American fingerboard scene, and what it means to build real community in 2025. We dive into King of the Plies…

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Frazey Ford Revisits the Subtle Grooves of 'Indian Ocean', ep. 331 51:19

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Frazey Ford has always loved soul music. She fell in love with Otis Redding at age 11 and discovered people like Ann Peebles along the way, but it was Al Green that really knocked her out. She loved the layers, the expression, and especially his voice. She completely dove in and even started an Al Green cover band. Although she had been perfecting …

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Season 3 Episode 140 | From Skateboards to Fingerboards | 223 Fingerboards 13:43

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Southern Regional Tour Stop in Atlanta! We sit down with Parker from @223fingerboards out of Cartersville, Georgia, to talk about how he turned a skateboard brand into a fingerboard company with heart. They dive into his creative builds, his roots in skateb…

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Season 3 Episode 139 | Zeg Heads Talks Fingerboard Shops, Stickers & Southern Scene 12:47

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Atlanta Regional stop with Drew from Zeg Heads! We talk about Zeg’s beginnings, the growth of his mobile shop, and the importance of supporting local fingerboard scenes. Drew shares how sticker culture became his signature, the vision for a future Chattanoo…

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The Barr Brothers Rally Around Mysticism, ep. 330 1:01:25

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In the eight years since The Barr Brothers last released an album, Andrew has been drumming with people like Feist, Mumford & Sons, and Broken Social Scene while Brad released a solo record and underwent incredible personal change. Brad made the huge decision to get sober, which he talks about candidly in our Basic Folk interview. Anything you read…

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Season 3 Episode 138 | Building North Carolina’s Fingerboard Scene | Boardparadise 18:49

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Atlanta Tour Stop with a very special guest, Josh from Boardparadise! We talk about the legendary Boardparadise shop in Greensboro, North Carolina, its deep roots in skateboarding, and how they’ve recently brought fingerboarding into the retail world. Josh …

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Season 3 Episode 137 | Nationals 2025 Recap: Meet the Champions of Team USAFBL 30:52

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Send us a text This week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast captures the heart and energy of Nationals 2025, a weekend that redefined competitive fingerboarding. Recorded live from Indianapolis, host Levine Cunningham sits down with national champions Mitchell Rushing, Tanner Hench, and Chris Daniels, three riders whose grit, creativity, a…

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David Wilcox Can Heal Your Heart in Two Minutes, ep. 329 1:11:03

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Asheville-based songwriter David Wilcox has been through some s-h-i-t. A difficult childhood in Northeast Ohio sent him seeking answers – mostly on his bicycle – in an attempt to get away. He has spent his lifetime leaning into his problems and digging into their roots at the source: his own heart. He decided to see what lessons his heart had been …

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Season 3 Episode 136 | One Move, Checkmate with Rook Fingerboards 11:26

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Detroit stop of the 2025 Northern Regional Tour with a special guest, Jake from Rook Fingerboards (@rook_fb)! Jake opens up about taking two years away from the scene, balancing family and work, and what inspired his comeback. We dive into the origins of Ro…

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Season 3 Episode 135 | Inside the Mind of a Fingerboard Architect | ABC Parks 10:31

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Detroit Regional stop with a special guest, Adrian, the creator behind @abcparks.fb! We talk about how he brought the massive ABC Park setup to the event, the creative process behind building custom fingerboard obstacles, and the balance between functional …

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Kathleen Edwards: Making up for 30 Years of No Tears, ep. 328 1:07:00

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Kathleen Edwards claims that she's now a pretty frequent crier after not crying for the first 30 years of her life. One reason for this change is the connectedness she has been feeling since leaving music and starting her coffee shop, Quitters. In our Basic Folk conversation, Edwards tears up talking about the cover of her new album 'Billionaire,' …

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Season 3 Episode 134 | Fingerboarding Chaos: Leaks, Closures & Nationals Showdown 43:06

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we dive into David Jones landing the Plies Mag Issue #11 cover. We talk about the Blackriver Chicago store closure and what it means for shops, brands, and the community, and we break down a sustainable shop model that actually works. We also get into Nationals weekend (Oct 10…

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Season 3 Episode 133 | 3D Printing Fingerboard Props | Future Bound Prints 20:00

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Ryan Steinwascher from Future Bound Prints and @GoofyDigits_FB! We dive into Ryan’s journey into 3D printing, from childhood diorama builds with his brother to creating fingerboard props that carry on his brother’s legacy. We talk about Michiga…

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Season 3 Episode 132 | Pipsqueak Wheels & the Chaos of Innovation 13:09

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome back Matt from Pipsqueak Wheels! We dive into his journey from Long Island skater to Michigan fingerboard innovator. We talk about how a DIY mindset led him to start making affordable wheels and decks, why he sells six wheels per set. Matt breaks down his constantly…

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Peter Rowan: The Bluegrass Buddha's Tex-Mex Roots, ep. 327 1:08:54

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Legendary Massachusetts-born, California-based musician Peter Rowan is best known for his bluegrass roots. A practicing Buddhist, he did time in Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys as well as in the short-lived and epically important Old & In the Way with Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. However, his latest album 'Tales of the Free Mexican Airforce' celeb…

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Season 3 Episode 131 | USAFBL Regionals Recap & Championship Guide 48:26

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome Brian O’Neill and unpack a whirlwind tour: results from Portland, Philly, Detroit, and Atlanta, shoutouts to the crews who made it happen, and why this season’s “real ones” are carrying the culture. We clarify COTY Live (Best Trick), break down top-three podiums acr…

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Ep.305 - "All in the Family" w/Gary Merrell, Judah & Zion Smith 59:15

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Send us a text They made their own homemade ice rink, but the family's favorite sport isn't hockey...! The Smith/Merrell team of Smith Academy For Excellence (S.A.F.E.) make their official visit on RefTime. LIKE; SHARE; SUBSCRIBE! www.reftrainingschool.com www.hoosier3on3.comBy Tonya Hearn

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Season 3 Episode 130 | Radio FBS: Fingerboards, RC Cars & Building the Carolina Scene 19:48

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome Alex Nugent, aka @nugz.fb, from @radio.fbs! We dive into the evolution of the Radio FBS store in Wilmington, NC, from its origins as a private hangout to a public hub for both fingerboarding and RC drifting. We talk about the challenges of mixing RC and fingerboardi…

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Rissi Palmer & Miko Marks: "Buckle Bunny," No Cringe, and My Black Country, ep. 326 1:07:02

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This time on Basic Folk, we are checking in with country singer-songwriter and Color Me Country radio host Rissi Palmer and Americana country artist Miko Marks. The two close friends both came up as Black women in country music in the early part of the 21st century where they experienced gatekeepers and discrimination in the industry, but undeniabl…

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Season 3 Episode 129 | Teak Tuning | History, Comp Ready Completes & Future Plans 15:34

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Send us a text Live from the Philly stop of the USAFBL Tour, we sit down with Matt and Geraldine from @teaktuning! We dive into the history of Teak Tuning, from Geraldine’s early DIY days in South Africa to the company’s growth into one of fingerboarding’s biggest retail names. We cover their role in helping beginners transition from Tech Deck into…

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Season 3 Episode 128 | Sessions Fingerboards | Handcrafted Art Meets Fingerboarding 9:40

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Send us a text Live from the Philly stop of the USAFBL tour, we sit down with Ashley from @sessionsfingerboards, part of the @teaktuning family! This was our first chance to meet and chat in person, and we dive right into Ashley’s background in industrial design, woodworking, and art, and how that led to building handcrafted decks and obstacles. We…

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Vibe Coaches: Maya de Vitry, Ethan Jodziewicz, Joel Timmons, & Shelby Means, ep. 325 1:12:09

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Maya de Vitry, Ethan Jodziewicz, Joel Timmons, and Shelby Means are on Basic Folk today talking about their new collaborations. Maya produced both Shelby and Joel's debut solo albums this year; Joel and Ethan play in Maya's band; and the two couples (Joel & Shelby are married and Ethan & Maya are partners) are all very close friends. They met in Na…

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Season 3 Episode 127 | Trading Cards, Heavy Medals & Afterparties | Inside the USAFBL Tour 38:50

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we dive into the wild ride that was Portland! Levine shares the highs, lows, and the long haul of the first stop on tour, including stolen gear, marathon drives, and hauling Black River parks up three flights of stairs. We talk about the release of Plies Magazine Issue #10 and…

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Hyper-Visibility and Isolation: The Reality of Being a Black Man at the Top 28:42

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When you’re one of the few, or the only Black man in the room, leadership comes with a unique mix of visibility and isolation. Every achievement is on display. Every mistake is magnified. And the pressure to be “twice as good” can feel relentless. In this special episode, our host Stephen A. Hart sits down with Alfred Edmond Jr., Senior VP & Execut…

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Paul Brady on Tina Turner, Irish Music and Not Being Too Famous, ep. 324 54:33

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Bob Dylan once called Paul Brady a "secret hero" and meant it as a compliment. The Irish songwriting legend has not been bothered by the fact that his profile has not risen as high as some of his peers. Starting off in the world of traditional Irish music, Brady spent time in the hugely influential Irish group Planxty until they disbanded in 1975. …

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Season 3 Episode 126 | Running a Fingerboard Team in 2025 with Loose Nut Fingerboards 29:36

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome back Chris from @loosenut_fb! Recorded live in Wilmington, NC, at the RC Drift + Fingerboard event, we dive into the challenges of running a fingerboard team in today’s social media era. We talk about how sponsorship dynamics have shifted from brand-driven to rider-…

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Everyone Has a Friend in Joe K. Walsh, ep. 323 49:59

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Originally from northern Minnesota, Joe K. Walsh grew up in Duluth and became enthralled with the mandolin (his primary focus, currently) after hearing the first David Grisman Quintet record. His dad got the young Joe his own mando. He ended up getting very serious about the instrument and found himself studying at Berklee College of Music in Bosto…

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Season 3 Episode 125 | Skater XL x Ryse Fingerboards - Exclusive Map Reveal & Live Gameplay! 38:35

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re joined by , Age Teles a.k.a Ryse Fingerboards @ryse.fb, for a deep dive into the epic crossover between fingerboarding and Skater XL. Ryse gives us the first look at the Ryse Court Map by @whynot_fs inside Skater XL, packed with legendary skate spots, iconic fingerboard …

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Everyone Belongs at the Olive Klug show, ep. 322 52:36

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Olive Klug and I (Cindy) recorded this interview in my closet while they were in Portland, Maine to play a show. They stayed along with their band Cori, Haley, and Payton and it was a real pleasure to be around them for a few days. You can tell that Olive is at their best around their band and it is a true collaboration on stage. Shoutout to the wh…

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Season 3 Episode 124 | From Witch Hunts to Wreckage: A Wild Week in Fingerboarding 38:31

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome Eli Box, aka @lost_flipper! We dive into the controversial David Jones slander and how it shook the community. We talk about the destruction, and inspiring rebuild of New York’s legendary DIY park. And we explore the rising buzz around Fingerboarder of the Year and …

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Gina Chavez: From Choir Kid to Latin Grammy Nominee, ep. 321 1:05:37

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New bestie Gina Chavez speaks about her journey in music, her deep love for connecting with people, and the influence of her mixed cultural background on Basic Folk. Her parents are of Mexican and Swiss-German descent. Her father, although second generation Mexican-American, was not raised with Spanish language or any Mexican culture. Gina discusse…

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Season 3 Episode 123 | USAFBL Portland Tour Stop, Tattoos, and After Parties 52:55

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we kick things off with a set of outrageous fingerboarding jokes written by AI. We talk about Plies Magazine’s historic first female cover feature, a wild new trading card updates for the tour, and all the details about the Portland regional event. We break down competition ru…

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Tony Kamel Believes in Life and You Should Too, ep. 320 41:34

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You may recognize the voice, face, and vibe of wonderful human being Tony Kamel from his acclaimed bluegrass group, Wood & Wire. But Tony is on Basic Folk today to talk about his wonderful solo albums, including his latest, 'We're All Gonna Live.' The album, which just came out, is a realist-optimist's guide to navigating a complex and often heartb…

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Season 3 Episode 122 | 1st Ever USA Competitive Line Park | Warehouse Ramps 22:28

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re live from the Radio FBS store in North Carolina with legendary park builder Dave Ware. We dive into the making of the brand new 12x2 ft USAFBL tour park. We talk about how Dave transitioned Warehouse Ramps to passion-only builds, break down the marble-heavy construction,…

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Ep.304 - "All in the Family" w/Tyler & Jillian Sellhorn 27:59

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Send us a text Tyler and Jillian Sellhorn are on the pod today! The father-daughter duo, past and present ballers, are like no other. In this episode of "The Jill Show", they discuss their scoring ability, the Internet of Things, and rules of the game. It's sure to be a good one! Like, Share and Subscribe today so you don't miss a show! Check out t…

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Kora Feder is the Future of Political Folk Songwriting, but also Has Too Many Craft Projects, ep. 319 41:53

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On this episode of Basic Folk, Kora Feder talks about her new album, 'Some Kind of Truth,' as well as reflecting on the incredible changes and growth she's experienced since we last spoke in February 2020. One of the impacts of the pandemic on her music career was the necessity of exploring other artistic ventures like crafting hats and lino-cuttin…

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Season 3 Episode 121 | Black River USA 38:43

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Andy from @blackriver_usa! We dive into the evolution of the Chicago fingerboard scene, Black River's U.S. manufacturing goals, and the exciting changes coming to the store. We talk about the rotation of iconic parks, upcoming product drops, an…

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Tami Neilson: On Taking Wynonna's Call, Her Scary Near-Death Experience, and Willie Nelson, ep. 318 1:13:32

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In recent years, Tami Neilson has been learning to carry both great joy and great sorrow simultaneously. The New Zealand-based, Canada-born powerhouse's new album, 'Neon Cowgirl,' is named after the towering electric figure on a sign that's overlooked Broadway in Nashville, watching over Tami's career since she was 16 years old. The songs were born…

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Season 3 Episode 120 | Exposing Truth About FB Communities 49:57

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of the USAFBL Fingerboard Podcast, we’re back with a familiar face, Eli Box aka @lost_flipper! We dive into the global growth of fingerboarding, including the rise of the scene in Africa, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. We talk about USAFBL’s role in developing fingerboard parks overseas and mentoring organizations like …

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Indigo Girls: Activism Through Fashion and Community Through Food (REISSUE), ep. 317 57:13

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the past several weeks, Basic Folk has been digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. This is our last Reissue for now, so please enjoy! This episode featuring separate interviews with The Indi…

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Season 3 Episode 119 | @lost_flipper 1:35:14

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Eli Box a.k.a @lost_flipper! We dive into his backstory growing up in Mississippi and how fingerboarding became a creative outlet. We talk about the evolution of gear, his military service, and the regional growth of the scene. He breaks down his recent travels, …

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Joy Oladokun Writes Worship Music for Youth Group Rejects (REISSUE), ep. 316 51:18

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the past several weeks, Basic Folk has been digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. Enjoy! This episode featuring Lizzie No interviewing Joy Oladokun, was originally posted on February 24, 20…

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Season 3 Episode 118 | Biggest Money Grabs in Fingerboarding History? 1:07:20

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Send us a text On this week's episode of the podcast, we go absolutely off the rails, while leaking the biggest USAFBL announcements of the year. We reveal new details about the 2025 tour, introduce the brand-new regional medals, and officially launch USAFBL competitor trading cards. We talk about the upcoming issues of Plies Magazine, the impact o…