Getting Sober & Starting Shake Junt | XG Grind & Unwind w/ Shane Heyl Ep. 53

In this episode, Shane Heyl dives into the formation of a tight-knit skateboarding community on Warner Street, where multiple skate crews, including Baker Skateboards, P*ss Drunks, and Shake Junt came together. Shane talks about his role as an outsider who became part of the family without initially having the skill set or self-belief to match the others. The boys dive into the evolution of their involvement in the skate scene, and the creation of the Shake Junt. Sobriety played a pivotal role in his journey, shifting his focus towards building a supportive community and giving back to the skateboarding culture. Shane is a great example of emphasizing the balance between personal growth and community contribution, showcasing the power of skateboarding beyond just the sport itself.

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Chapters:

0:00:00 - Intro
0:04:09 - GUEST INTRO
0:04:04 - GROWING UP IN LONG BEACH
0:06:54 - MOVING TO ARIZONA
0:08:42 - ETHNICITY?
0:10:04 - EARLY 90'S INFLUENCES
0:16:30 - GETTING SOBER
0:19:5 - MAKING UP FOR LOST TIME
0:23:31 - MEETING THE BAKER BOYS
0:25:00 - BAKER SKATEBOARDS IS BORN
0:27:15 - CONTEST SKATERS & SKATE CULTURE
0:31:50 - BUILDING A PLATFORM THAT GIVES BACK
0:33:00 - HOW SHAKE JUNT BEGAN
0:38:00 - CHICKEN BONE NOWISON
0:40:11 - TURNING PRO FOR BAKER
0:43:33 - THOUGHTS ON 2024 SKATEBOARDING
0:44:52 - LEARNING TO GIVE BACK
0:50:29 - TOY MACHINE "REAL LIFE SICKS"
0:55:01 - SKATE VIDEOS ARE OVERSATURATED
0:56:01 - MOUNT RUSHMORE
1:00:30 - FAVORITE X GAMES MOMENT
1:02:05 - 1 MILLION BARS
1:04:54 - KIND WORDS
1:05:30 - OUTRO