Best Rick Bata Podcasts (2025)

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EP 245: The Final Episode 32:58

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1+ y ago32:58

32:58

Topics this week: This will be the final episode of the podcast. Thank you for a wonderful past 5 years. Hear my thoughts on the journey and the latest Dickies' "Honeymoon" video. Intro music by Bobb and Andy AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 244: The Kid and Braden 36:33

1+ y ago36:33

36:33

Topics this week: Life update, breakdancing music recap, Jason Adam's latest part, Braden Hoban kills it in the dark, and Synergy. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 243: Olympics Episode 40:27

1+ y ago40:27

40:27

Topics this week: Olympic skateboarding and breakdancing results. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com Olympics or not, Jimmy Wilkins is Reaching New Heights by Zach HarrisBy Rick Bata

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EP 242: Cabbage Returns 1:11:30

1+ y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

Topics this week: Cabbage and I go deep on this one. Be sure to bring your yoga mat. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com Listen to In the Patch With Cabbage on Spotify!By Rick Bata

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EP 241: Andy, Gary, and Mo 36:47

1+ y ago36:47

36:47

Topics this week: Andy Anderson week, Gary Rogers ends Skateline (for now), and Mo Crandall's "Forty-Six" part. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com Mo Crandall Forty-SixBy Rick Bata

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EP 240: Stem Cells and Riley Pavey 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

34:33

Topics this week: I have officially started saving for my stem cells treatment and Riley Pavey's hilarous Followed from Pocket Mag. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 239: The Jenkem Episode 35:44

1+ y ago35:44

35:44

Topics this week: Jenkem's 999 Challenge and Steve Rocco Interview. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 238: The Contest Episode 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

30:37

Topics this week: X Games Showdown 2024 results, YSL 2.0, and Jenkem Mag's 999 Challenge. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 237: Rapid Fire and Showdown 2024 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

28:23

Topics this week: TJ, Chloe, P-Rod, Alien, Asics, and X-Games' Showdown 2024. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Rain drops provided by the rain. www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 236: Micro Dos, Suciu, and Sheckler 30:24

1+ y ago30:24

30:24

Topics this week: Sk8mafia's "Micro Dos", Mark Suciu in Stugartt, Mike vs Bike, and Ryan Sheckler's new Olympic commentator gig. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Ryan Sheckler on CBS Mornings Mike vs Bike Eazy-E "We Want Eazy"By Rick Bata

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EP 235: Rocco, YouTube Skatepark League, and Toby Ryan 33:29

1+ y ago33:29

33:29

Topics this week: Steve Rocco returns after 20 years, Gifted Hater's YouTube Skatepark League, and REAL Skateboards' latest Toby Ryan edit. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Rubbish Heep www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 234: Off-season Moves and The Journeyman's Skateboarder 27:42

2y ago27:42

27:42

R.I.P. to my microphone. Sorry for the poor quality this week. Topics this week: TJ Rogers joins the Skate Mafia, Torey Pudwill now rides for P448, Ryan Sheckler teams up with Mark Wahlberg, Tokiya Imamura wins me over, and Ryan Lay can walk 35 miles like it's nothing. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com…

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EP 233: Swampfest, Antihero, and This Old Ledge 34:23

2y ago34:23

34:23

Topics this week: My thoughts on Swampfest 2024, Antihero's "Turbo Island", This is Peter Hewitt!, Ted Barrow is back, and The SkateTwitter Video. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon The SkateTwitter Video www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 232: Decenzo, Dakota, Zero, and Daydream 30:20

2y ago30:20

30:20

Topics this week: Ryan Decenzo's "FP" edit, Dakota Servold's "There's So Much More", Zero's "Less Than Zero", and Primitive's "Daydream" videos. Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 231: Congrats, Kader, Sewa, and Caswell 29:35

2y ago29:35

29:35

Topics this week: Slam Skateboarding Mag turns 35, Kader visits NYC, Sewa makes it look easy, and Caswell Berry drinks liquor and pickle juice. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Del the Funky Homosapien - If You MustBy Rick Bata

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EP 230: Dranochugger 4, Baker, and Deathwish 39:19

2y ago39:19

39:19

Topics this week: Satan Drano's "Dranochugger 4" video, Baker has a Deathwish Part 2, epic break up songs, Gary Rogers finally appears on The Nine Club, and Hayley Wilson won Slam Mag's SOTY for 2023. Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon. www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 229: Worst Skate Video Ever and Habitat 36:27

2y ago36:27

36:27

Topics this week: I chime in on Justin Khuu's "I Survived 500 Days Filming The Worst Skate Video Ever", Habitat Skateboards' XXIV video, and Leo Cholet has me looking at Bordeaux hotel prices. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon George Benson - Give Me The Night "Worst Skate Video Ever"By Rick Bata

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EP 228: Yuto and Timescan 2 33:04

2y ago33:04

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Topics this week: I circle back on some of the events that happened before the end of the year, chime in on Timescan 2, FP Footwear, Etnies videos, a near death acid drop and more. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 227: WKND/NB and SOTY Results 26:58

2y ago26:58

26:58

Topics this week: Grant, Jordan and the WKND crew teach us how to dance and Miles Silvas just won Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 226: Dilo, Miles, Hawk, and Yuto 29:40

2y ago29:40

29:40

Topics this week: John Dilo's two latest videos, Miles' switch mastery, Tony Hawk's final video, and Yuto's gunning for SOTY. Intro/Outro music by Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 225: Pedro and Tom 29:39

2y ago29:39

29:39

Topics this week: Both Pedro Delfino and Tom Knox dropped some solid Q4 video parts and I give my pick for POTY. www.nomongo.com Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 224: Kevin Wilkins and Rapid Fire 29:47

2y ago29:47

29:47

Topics this week: Kevin Wilkin's latest cancer update and rapid(ish) fire through the many videos I was able to consume these past few weeks. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 223: Ducky, Opportunities, and BATB 13 35:27

2y ago35:27

35:27

Topics this week: Ducky lives, Opportunity Knox, and Battle at the Berrics 13 results. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 222: Seeing, Dreaming, and Aging 31:22

2y ago31:22

31:22

Topics this week: Nick Boserio's "When You Close Your Eyes What Is It You See", Alec Majerus' "Dreaming Out Loud", and Scott Loyst's "42NBD". Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon 42NBD The Click - Tired of Being Stepped OnBy Rick Bata

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EP 221: Pace and Heath 28:28

2y ago28:28

28:28

Topics this week: Rob Pace just Jedi mind tricked me and never before seen footage of Heath has surfaced. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 220: Knox, SOTY, and SPOT 24:06

2y ago24:06

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Topics this week: Tom Knox lets us know which season it is, my pick(ish) for Skater of the Year, and Tampa AM 2023 results. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 219: Salba, AA, and Tony 32:02

2y ago32:02

32:02

Topics this week.: Santa Cruz turns 50, Salba's "True Grit", Anthony Anderson's "Cold Call" and Tony Willie's "Lucky to be Alive". Intro/Outro music by Andy & Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 218: TOTY, Beyond Medals, and Metallica 28:12

2+ y ago28:12

28:12

Topics this week: I choose my TOTY pick before the footage is even released, Beyond Medals wins me over with the Rocky 4 references, and Metallica still has it in 2023. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com Metallica - Too Far Gone OPM - Heaven is a Halfpipe LIVEBy Rick Bata

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EP 217: Huf, Jacuzzi, and ABD 31:55

2+ y ago31:55

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Topics this week: Step hops, HUF, Jacuzzi Unlimited, and ABD. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 216: YUTO and ABD 23:12

2+ y ago23:12

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Topics this week: Yuto in Tokyo, Nick Steenbeke's "Look Ma No Hands", Evgeny Nikolaev's "Skazka" and ABD Collectibles "Yeah, Right" cards. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Yuto in Tokyo Look Ma No Hands Skazka ABD Collectibles AuctionBy Rick Bata

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EP 215: Satan, Rumble, and Loyst 29:45

2+ y ago29:45

29:45

Topics this week: Jenkemmag's TOSSS, WKND's "Rumble Pack", and Scott Loyst now holds the record for hitting the most skate parks in one day. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon The Devil's Playground: A Satanic Skate Spot? Rumble Pack Keca Sisters Trek Across Canada Scott Loyst's Record Setting Day…

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EP 214: Grant Yansura and Andy Anderson 30:33

2+ y ago30:33

30:33

Topics this week: I geek out over Grant Yansura's DVD collection, Andy Anderson's BATB debut, TOL, Sheckler's documentary, and one of our community members needs our thoughts/prayers. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 213: X Games, Ron, Sheckler, and Ollies 36:31

2+ y ago36:31

36:31

Topics this week: X-Games highlights, Ron Allen's "Krooked" guest board, Ryan Sheckler's "Lifer" part, and Tyshawn + Zay's Ferrari ollies. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Grind - Tom Green Ron Allen Guest Board Ron Allen "Shackle Me Not"By Rick Bata

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EP 212: TOL, BATB, MAM, and MRI 27:50

2+ y ago27:50

27:50

Topics this week: Ted returns, RIP Dolores Park Hill Bomb, Tyler's pissed off, Planta de Mano, and chronic knee pain. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Helsinki Helride 2023 www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 211: Sk8Mafia, Asics, Barrow, and Dolores 33:09

2+ y ago33:09

33:09

Topics this week: Brandon Turner almost got hit by a bus, Asics officially launched into skateboarding, Dr. Ted Barrow's ledge knowledge, and Big Black (R.I.P) was needed at the most recent Dolores Hill Bomb event in SF. Intro/Outro Music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Opus - Live is Love Video Helsinki's Hillbomb Event…

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EP 210: THVA, BATB 13, John, and Akwasi 30:13

2+ y ago30:13

30:13

Topics this week: Tony Hawk's Vert Alert 2023, BATB 13, John Shanahan's DC Part/Shoe, and Akwasi now rides for Sci-Fi Fantasy. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon THVA Legends Demo THVA Finals & Best TrickBy Rick Bata

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EP 209: Mika and Ace 28:17

2+ y ago28:17

28:17

Topics this week: Mika Germond is pro and Ace Pelka has been killing it these past 6 months. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Mika Germond "Rave Skateboards Pro Part" Ace Pelka "Portrayal Project" Ace Pelka "Naturals"By Rick Bata

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EP 208: Omar, Wes, and Curb Junkies 34:23

2+ y ago34:23

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Topics this week: Omar Hassan's massive trophy collection, Wes Kremer's love of Cali B's, and Curb Junkie's "Slap and Destroy" has a couple of familiar names and faces in it. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon So What'cha Got? How Wes Kremer Lives an Analog Live Slap and DestroyBy Rick Bata

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EP 207: Kalis, Cookie, Habitat, and Jacuzzi 28:37

2+ y ago28:37

28:37

Topics this week: Josh Kalis' "Out There", Chris Colbourn's "Flower Suit" part, Habitat Skateboards "Highway Habitual" video, and Jacuzzi Unlimited is stacking chips. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 206: JIT, Franky, and Chad 35:57

2+ y ago35:57

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Topics this week: WKND skateboard's "JIT", Franky Villani's "417" New Balance Part, and Chad Caruso's trek across America. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Franky Villani's "417' New Balance Part Fountains of Wayne - Stacy's MomBy Rick Bata

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EP 205: Rowan, Blender, and Panda 28:52

2+ y ago28:52

28:52

Topics this week: Rowan Davis is pro AF, The Heated Wheel's "Five Minute Full Length", Panda Skateboards "Green Stop Sign" video, and Sidewalk Skateboard Distribution. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Tommy Boy - We Don't Take No...By Rick Bata

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EP 204: P-Rod, Koston, Bishop 28:33

2+ y ago28:33

28:33

Topics this week: Paul Rodriguez's switch guitar playing skills, Eric Koston's talents at 48, and Justin Bishop is now on Street Plant. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Don't Quit Your Daydream In The Wild Against the RopesBy Rick Bata

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EP 203: Austyn and Mason 29:59

2+ y ago29:59

29:59

Topics this week: GX1000, Austyn Gillette's "Out There" and Mason Silva's "Take a Lap". Intro/outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon http://www.dylanriederfoundation.org/ www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 202: Worble World 31:05

2+ y ago31:05

31:05

Topics this week: Worble and Cobra Man's "Worble World" video and more. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Worble World Trent McClung "Awake" Cold Call: David Gonzalez Puma "Forever Faster And Push"By Rick Bata

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EP 201: Emmanuel Guzman and Chad Caruso 30:08

2+ y ago30:08

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Topics this week: 3 quick hits, the Emmanuel Guzman documentary, and Chad Caruso is skateboarding across the United States. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.com Chad Caruso - Day 16 Karate Kid - Final Kick "We did it!"By Rick Bata

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EP 200: Thank You 21:21

2+ y ago21:21

21:21

Topics this week: Celebrating a milestone moment, revisiting EP 01, and wondering how much pros would take to wear helmets. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 199: Loops, Hobbies, and Caples 32:04

3y ago32:04

32:04

Topics this week: Grant Fiero's "More Than Just Tricks", Jenkem Mag's "Secret Hobbies", and Curren Caples latest Vans edit. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb AmidonBy Rick Bata

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EP 198: Ryan Lay 46:22

3y ago46:22

46:22

Ryan Lay joins me to talk about Slow Impact, his plans for the rest of 2023, and rakes. Yes, rakes. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Slow Impact - Empathy and Texture Followed: Ryan Lay 36" Tine Aluminum Rake www.nomongo.comBy Rick Bata

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EP 197: Louie Barletta and Tampa Pro Results 37:38

3y ago37:38

37:38

Topics this week: Louie Barletta's "Jenkem Interview" and Skate Park of Tampa's 29th Annual Pro contest results. Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Louie Barletta InterviewBy Rick Bata

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EP 196: Joa Field and Leo Romero 31:44

3y ago31:44

31:44

Topics this week: Gifted Hater's "Director's Cut", Louie Barletta's "Mob First", Super Rat's "Lenz III" part, Shopaholics "Abandoned Mall", and Leo Romero's "Skater". Intro/Outro music by Andy and Bobb Amidon Gifted Hater's - Director's Cut Leo Romero's "Skater" Part Louie Barletta "Mob First"By Rick Bata