Skate Space

Skate Space

Brought to you by The Skatepark Project, Skate Space (formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) covers everything you want and need to know about skateparks, skate spots and public skatepark development. Join hosts Trevor Staples, Andre Taylor and Alec Beck for tips, tricks and all the insight a skatepark advocate (or skateboard nerd) needs to know to achieve more skate space in your community.

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June 2, 2023 89 mins
In January 2022, TSP hosted the Fellowship Program cohort for their firstprogram retreat in San Diego, CA. The advocacy training and project design program aims to build more knowledgeable, diverse, and equipped skatepark advocates, designers, and programmers and has already helped our first group of 12 fellows make a positive impact in the social skate space.
 
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The Skatepark Project is back with a look into their newest program and an introduction to their newest family member, Nicole Humphrey. Join Andre, Trevor, Nicole and Alec as they jump into the skatepark world and discuss the value of the new program and other new offerings from TSP.

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On this episode of Skate Space: Trevor, Andre and Alec discuss Skateboarding's inclusion in the Olympics (from Tokyo!) Hear from pro skaters (like Sky Brown, Axel Cruysberghs, Pedro Barros, Alana Smith, Rune Glifberg, Heimana Reynolds, Keegan Palmer, Andy Anderson, Poppy Star Olsen and more) turned Olympians, event officials, and what the term "Olympic Skatepark" really means. For more about The Skatepark Project, head to Skatepark...

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Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back with more public skatepark chat! The crew from The Skatepark Project discusses all things skatepark advocacy and action sports. Get up to speed to learn what to expect from season 4. Brought to you by The Skatepark Project. Learn more at Skatepark.org

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Season 3 of The Skatepark Podcast is upon us! Join Alec Beck and Trevor Staples as they discuss the details of the latest skatepark project grant funding opportunity through The Skatepark Project. Hear the common questions and misconceptions about grant funding to better prepare your next application.
 
To learn more about this grant opportunity head to https:/...
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On this episode we talk with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl from Palouse WA. They spearheaded AND built the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden with an interesting new model. Tune in to learn about how they accomplished their goal. 

 
To learn more about the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden in Washington head to https://www.palouseskatepark.com/

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On this episode we talk with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl from Palouse WA. They spearheaded AND built the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden with an interesting new model. Tune in to learn about how they accomplished their goal. 

 
To learn more about the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden in Washington head to https://www.palouseskatepark.com/
 

For more informatio...

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On this episode we chat with Carter Dennis. Carter's influence on skatepark advocacy spans far beyond his city skatepark projects in San Antonio and Arlington. One of the founding directors of Skaters for Public Skateparks, he's got stories to tell and wisdom to impart. Tune in to learn more about his experience and insights about skatepark advocacy. 

 

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On this episode we chat with Steve Rodriguez from New York about his extensive skatepark advocacy work. Steve has been instrumental in multiple skateparks projects around New York City and has helped rewrite policies in favor of better skate access. Tune in to learn more about Steve's impact and the advice he has for budding skatepark advocates. 

 

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On this episode we chat with Jon Shell from Pensacola Florida. Jon's work with Upward Intuition led to the making of a world class skatepark project. Learn how he turned a passion project into civic action and what's helped him stay the course toward his goal of bettering the community in more ways than one.

 

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On this episode we chat with Derrick Dykas from Detroit Michigan. Derrick's involvement with The Wig DIY skatepark evolved into supporting the local scene with Community Push before he was recruited by the City of Detroit to help create the new Riverside Skatepark (and beyond). From grassroots to grand opening, Derrick's run the course. Listen and learn about a multifaceted scene in Detroit Michigan.

 
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On this episode we chat with the legendary Stephanie Murdock from the Skatepark of Baltimore in Maryland. Learn how she inspired a skatepark project into being, and the trials and victories that came along with it. A truly impactful member of the skatepark advocacy community, this episode is not to be missed. 

 

Note: The reference to the unrest in Baltimore in 2005 occurred in 2015.

 
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On this episode we chat with Mike Donelon from Long Beach, CA, as well as ASK Ambassadors Apinya Imon and Jose Poncho Aguilar. Mike created Action Sports Kids to serve the youth in Long Beach while advocating for proper public skate space in the area. A legend in the game, listen and learn the ropes of effective skatepark advocacy and youth programming.

 

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On this episode we connect with Walt Pourier from Stronghold Society and hear the story of the Pine Ridge Skatepark. One of the more impactful and resonant skatepark projects in history, listen in to understand how this skatepark affected the Oglala Lakota tribe on the Pine Ridge Reservation and the skateboarding world as a whole. 

 

Learn more about Walt, the Stronghold Society and Pine Ridge using the links below:

 

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Pete and Alec chat with Jeff Iles from Algonquin College. Hear Jeff’s surprising angle on skateparks, and what all advocates can learn from it. Be sure to check out the associated links below.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly atpodcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

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May 13, 2019 29 mins
Pete and Alec are back for another season of The Skatepark Podcast! In this first episode they discuss the rhythm of advocacy and what your next step is, wherever you are in the process.
 
 

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to skatepark.org.

 

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

 

You can also email the hosts di...

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May 6, 2019 2 mins
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October 14, 2018 95 mins

Join Pete and Alec as they recap the year and answer some excellent questions from skatepark advocates like you. Learn what parks have opened and some favorite advocacy and skate moments of 2018. The hosts touch on what it really takes to be a successful advocate, and share some tips and tricks for the long haul. If you're still not sure if you've got what it takes, this is the episode for you. 

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October 5, 2018 59 mins

Pete and Alec discuss ways to de-danger your park. From the design itself to policy and fencing, learn to mitigate your risk and increase the probability of good, safe sessions and a longer skatepark lifespan.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants.

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September 21, 2018 41 mins

Learn why prefabricated skateparks are going the way of the Dodo and the distinct advantages of using concrete for your new skatepark. Pete and Alec dive into the differences between the types of “skatepark furniture” you may encounter while making your new skate-able oasis.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the THF skatepark...

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