Dishwashing For Private Skatepark Access | XG Grind & Unwind w/ Patrick Praman Ep. 46

It's Grind & Unwind Episode 46, Gary Rogers sits down with pro skateboarder Patrick Praman. Pramanshares his journey from Thailand to Virginia, and ultimately to California where he turned pro for Real Skateboards. Patrick discusses the challenges of adjusting to a new culture, discovering skateboarding, and the hustle of working various jobs to pursue his passion. He reflects on his experiences at Woodward Camp, the influence of the skateboarding community, and the support he received from friends and family. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about dedication, perseverance, and the love of skateboarding.

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Chapters:

0:00 - INTRO
0:36 - PATRICK COMES ON
1:19 - BACKGROUND - FROM THAILAND TO VA
11:20 - PICKING UP SKATING AT 11 YEARS OLD
14:55 - ELITE BOARDSHOP
17:22 - SKATING PARKS IN VA
22:00 - PROGRESSING AT CAMP WOODWARD
23:01 - DISHWASHING FOR PRIVATE SKATEPARK ACCESS
29:28 - LEARNING TO SKATE STREET IN NC
31:25 - WORKING ON A MILITARY BASE
33:36 - FIRST VIDEO PART
35:53 - MOVING TO CA
36:10 - TREVOR COLDEN
40:34 - GETTING PAID BY THE FEDERATION OF THAILAND
42:24 - WHERE DOES THE WORK ETHIC COME FROM
44:27 - SKATEBOARDING BATTLES
46:49 - INSPIRED BY JOHN DILO AND JAMIE FOY
51:52 - TURNING PRO
54:58 - GETTING INJURED
56:01 - MT RUSHMORE
56:53 - FAVORITE X GAMES MOMENT
57:50 - A MILLION BARS
1:02:31 - KIND WORDS