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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: July 7th, 2019 Synopsis: In this edition of the ImprimaturBMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens and Nick Seabasty of Dead Bread discuss the inner workings of running a clothing brand in BMX. They touch on multiple related topics including: the advantages clothing companies have in supporting BMX, the reasons why supporting local and rider-owned make sense, as well as the reasons why the economics of BMX do not make sense. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: June 23rd, 2019 Synopsis: In this edition of the ImprimaturBMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with Steve Caro of SCG Shoes about living and riding in Greenville, North Carolina during the golden era of “Pro Town,” as well as his personal history and how it ties into the complex reality of running a shoe company in BMX |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: June 19th, 2019 Synopsis: It's time to break a taboo in BMX. Let's talk about feelings. |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: June 12th, 2019 Synopsis: What stories are we telling in our videos and media? In this episode I explore the many influences of the standard BMX storyline and offer some ideas to liberate more of our creativity. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: June 9th, 2019 Synopsis: In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens spends some time talking with long time BMX industry insider and general creative mind, Rich Hirsch. Through a discussion of his experiences with video production, being a pro rider, being an art director, managing multiple teams and brands, and much more over the last twenty years, they discuss a multitude of topics including: the role companies play in modern BMX, the detriment of our racing roots, advertising through social media influencers, the ups and downs of Lotek and Stranger, authenticity in BMX, and much more. |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: May 29, 2019 Synopsis: What is our real motivation to “be somebody?” How may this get in the way of the social connections--and the connections with ourselves--that we truly want? |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: May 26, 2019 Synopsis: In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with OG style-boss Chase Dehart about growing up quickly and differently through a life spent riding while on the road. From mental health challenges and leaving school at an early age to being a parent and a professional BMX rider in this strange new era, Chase shares his perspectives on impact, being genuine, his BMX family, and much more. |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: May 22, 2019 Synopsis: The relationship we have with our bikes is always changing, even from one moment to the next. |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: May 15, 2019 Synopsis: What is architecture for? Who decides? In this episode of Curb Cuts I reflect on how things like power and value systems manifest in the built-world that we ride in every day, and once again how the freestyle mentality offers a different approach for human beings. |
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Author: Richard Mungall
Date Published: May 8, 2019 Synopsis: What if that setup was just a little bit different? What if your life was a little bit different? In this episode of Curb Cuts I explore the “what if” spot. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: March 3, 2019 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with RideBMX.com brand/content director Ryan Fudger. They take a deep dive into the story of RideBMX’s transition from one of BMX’s major print magazines to an online-only media site. Other major topics include: How the internet devalued print and led to the draining of resources from the industry, the murky metrics of the online platforms we now rely on for sharing media, and the evolution of RideBMX into an adapting and enduring institution of BMX. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: February 10, 2019 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Mike Hinkens has a conversation with hard-hitting BMX rider Zack Gerber in which they explore a few controversial topics including: the politics of twitter, the ethics of doing stunt shows, reasons for growing BMX, modifying as well as building spots, and realigning the demographic focus of BMX media, industry, and culture to not only grow BMX with incoming youths, but to maintain it by supporting aging riders. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: January 20, 2019 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with well-known rider and BMX videographer Grant Castelluzzo about how “riding videos,” regardless of their form, are a vital part of BMX Culture. Topics discussed include: Why we film, ABD’s, the importance of full parts, the interconnectedness of sponsored riders and the act of filming, the democratization of media-sharing, as well as the complex ideals that guide us when making a video. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: January 6, 2019 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with an early influencer and innovator in BMX, Dan Price. They discuss and analyze riding through the philosophical lenses of multiple Eastern perspectives such as Taoism and various martial arts. From Omote and Ura to “The Way” and from seen and hidden spots to going pegless, this podcast dives deep into the disciplines within BMX as well as “the essence” of freestyle. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: December 16, 2018 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with Circuit BMX Shop owner Vic Bettencourt and discusses how important local BMX shops are to the culture and industry of BMX. From what local shops provide and how they contribute to our culture all the way to the challenges facing small businesses due to the internet and direct sales, this podcast aims to help listeners understand how brands, distributors, and local shops fit into BMX as a whole. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: October 21, 2018 Synopsis: In this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast, Richard Mungall returns to discuss some big questions including: What is Freestyle? Why do we do it? And why is it so important? Utilizing simple analogies, cross-cultural examples, and various philosophical approaches, Richard works to define what he sees as the mystical nature of freestyle as a way of being that transcends both bikes and tricks. Throughout, and in conclusion, Richard argues that we need to be consciously aware of ourselves within BMX in order to get the most out of life as well as the most out of the diverse experiences that constitute Freestyle BMX. |
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Author: Mike Hinkens
Date Published: September 30, 2018 Synopsis: Rob Dolecki—rider, photographer, and long time creator in the BMX community—sat down and discussed media in BMX culture in this episode of the ImprimaturBMX podcast. A majority of the discussion centered around the role of media in our culture as a representation of us in general, as a tool for us to utilize, and as a distraction to us as well. In addition, Rob and Mike discussed the strength of BMX culture due to its multi-generational nature, the rate of progression in connection with modern media platforms, aesthetics in bike riding, and the reality of aging in BMX. |
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