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Affectionately known as Gravel Burns, the legendar

Affectionately known as Gravel Burns, the legendary Sean Mussett sits down with myself and this week’s guest co-host Jim Turvey for an epic conversation about his life-time of skateboarding (with one eye), punk music, being an educator and much much more.
Drops this Sunday.
Shan🙏
@gr4vel_burn5
@sprawlers
#skateboarder #muso #educator #gravelburns #coffsharbour #sprawlers #zine

When the fervour of professional rugby union fades

When the fervour of professional rugby union fades into the quiet intensity of fatherhood, a man’s search for identity takes on a whole new playing field. Join me and my guest, Austin Smith, as we explore the profound shifts in life that come with trading stadiums for the living room and legacy for lullabies. Austin, a former professional athlete turned exercise physiologist, opens up about the personal challenges he faced in the pursuit of inner fulfilment, sharing insights that resonate with anyone who has ever grappled with the weight of external expectations.

I originally asked Austin to be a guest on the show so I could tap into his exercise physiology expertise; injury re-hab, diet, and all things health and wellbeing to support skateboarding endeavours. However, instead, our dialogue traverses the diverse landscape of relationships and personal development, where Austin and I exchange tales of romance, the trials of parenting, and the quest for purpose beyond the scoreboard. This episode is a testament to the power that candid, supportive conversations can have in steering us toward our better selves.

As we wrap up our time together, Austin and I reflect on the broader implications of our journeys, from the philosophical quandaries of parenting in modern society to the ethical conundrums posed by advancing technology. The future is complex and often daunting, but it’s the community and the support we offer each other that lightens the load. Tune in for an episode that goes beyond the surface, inspiring you to embrace the challenge, confront the unknown, and appreciate the intricate dance of life’s pursuits.

Enjoy,
Shan

Drops this Sunday.
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#notaskateboardingepisode #exercisephysiology #fatherhood #relationships #consciousconvo

Performance Gummies 🐻‍❄️🐻🧸 🙏 @iw

Performance Gummies 🐻‍❄️🐻🧸
🙏 @iwannagummies
@krush_organics

#228 with Kane Horspool @trait_ is alive and well… All the directories.
#life #death #art #skateboarding

When I sat down with Kane Horspool, the artist al

When I sat down with Kane Horspool, the artist also known as Trait, we didn’t just talk art; we ventured into the depths of personal growth, the struggle for authenticity, and the profound effects of integrating one’s deepest values with creative pursuits. Kane’s candid reflections on mental health, his commitment to being a present husband and father, and his artistic process offer a stark view into the life of someone balancing the rigors of full-time work with an unquenchable need to create. His upcoming show at Bad News Gallery in Wollongong promises to be a true manifestation of an artist who is letting go…so they can grow.

We reminisce about formative influences, the sustenance we draw from passions like skateboarding, and the importance of local culture and grassroots environmental efforts. There’s links to the emotional growth that comes from confronting challenges head-on, and the unapologetic truth that one’s well-being is paramount to creative success.

Kane shines a light on the transformative power of art in all its forms. So join us for a conversation that’s as much about the art on the canvas as it is about the art of living a mindful, purposeful life.

Enjoy,
Shan

Episode drops this Sunday. On the THT website and all of the best podcast directories. Link in bio.

@trait_
@beatniks_skateboarding
@badnewsgallery

#life #death #art #skateboarding #murals #southcoast #pivottofakie

Balinese Spiced Magic

Balinese Spiced Magic

Full moon rising over @teja_uluwatu . Here’s to

Full moon rising over @teja_uluwatu . Here’s to new beginnings…
@blakejohnjohnson
@jessyhansen_
@darbyandrew
@tinagulino_
@andygamble
@miabronneberg_

Mr John Gray. I’m not sure if you’ll meet a be

Mr John Gray. I’m not sure if you’ll meet a better bloke, although Ti Coleing would be close…and he sits in as this week’s co-host.
Episode #227 is live now: THT website, Apple Spotify
@gray4223
@ticoleing

At 60, John’s tale is one of enduring passion, a

At 60, John’s tale is one of enduring passion, a chronicle that zigzags the drainage ditches of Blacktown to his personal vert ramp, with detours into the realms of music, friendship, skate shops, and even the glittering world of jewellery. This episode promises a rich tapestry of stories that reveal the heart and soul of skateboarding through generations, whilst inadvertently highlighting the evolution of Australian society and culture as a whole.

John, with Ti Coleing by our side, reminisces about the makeshift ramps of yesteryear, the groundbreaking tricks that were never documented, and the unforgettable characters who left their mark on and off the board. From Curbs ‘n’ Copings to skateboarding’s grand entrance into the Olympics, we traverse a path laden with nostalgia, innovation, and reflection on how the art-form continues to redefine itself.

With a skater’s soul, John Gray’s story isn’t just about mastering inverts or running a skate shop—it’s about the imprint left on a life well lived and the friendships that are forged for eternity . You’ll hear about the joy of grandparenting and how the love for a good roll- be it on a skateboard or behind the wheel of a classic car—can keep the buzz of youth alive in the heart of a 60-year-old legend forever.

Get Rad.

Shan

Ep Drops Sunday.

@gray4223

#getrad #johngray #vert #skater #drummer #australia #blacktown #invert #curbncoping #fin

Buckle up for a soul-stirring session as former sp

Buckle up for a soul-stirring session as former sponsored skateboarder and current World Skate judge Russell Grundy takes us through a mind-expanding traverse of the skatepark known as life.
Russell unveils his own version of that profound connection between the skate life and personal growth. We explore the emotional richness of scaling the peaks of elation on tours with the likes of Billabong and Channel V to finding beauty in the troughs of sorrow.
Russell opens up about his early years on the Central Coast of NSW Australia, the thousands of train rides he did back and forth to Newcastle and Sydney as a teenager, USA adventures, competing on the hallowed grounds of the Tampa Am in Florida USA, opening skate shops, leading community initiatives, his approach to parenting, his innate desire to progress, and much more.
This isn’t your standard skate talk; it’s an exploration of Russell’s philosophy on staying centered, listening to your heart, and learning from experiences.

Enjoy,
Shan

Episode drops this Sunday 17/3/24
@grundyrussell
@grundysskateboarding
@worldskatesb
#skate #skatejudge #resilience #growth #skateboarding #experience

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