Jake Phelps Mentored My Hometown Park | XG Grind & Unwind w/ Lil Dre Ep. 47

In Episode 48 of Grind & Unwind, DeAndre "Lil Dre" Thebpanya shares his journey from San Francisco's Filmore District to becoming a professional skateboarder, musician, and fashion icon. DeAndre reflects on influential mentors, memorable career milestones, and offers advice for aspiring skaters and creatives. Join us for this inspiring conversation and gain insights into DeAndre's unique approach to life and creativity.

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LIL DRE
0:00 - INTRO
0:26 - LIL DRE COMES ON
1:13 - EARLY DAYS/GROWING UP IN SF
4:21 - MEETING JAKE PHELPS
8:54 - SKATING SOMA PARK IN SF
12:35 - GAINING TRACTION FROM IG SKATE EDITS
13:18 - CLOTHING COMPANIES START REACHING OUT
14:46 - CRAZIEST DM EVER RECEIVED
16:55 - LAST DAY OF 8TH GRADE
22:14 - INTEREST OUTSIDE OF SKATEBOARDING
24:22 - FIRST SONG RECORDED
25:11 - SNEAKING INTO CONCERTS
29:20 - PLAYBOY CARTI BACKSTAGE
31:09 - CONNECTING WITH LIL UZI
34:02 - FROM SKATEBOARDING TO HIGH FASHION
37:40 - STAYING FOCUSED ON SKATING
40:03 - GOING PRO FOR MAX ALLURE
42:24 - GAINING RESPECT
47:26 - RECORDING MUSIC SPECIFICALLY FOR SKATE VIDEOS
47:45 - LIL DRE ADIDAS SHOE
49:23 - MT RUSHMORE OF SKATEBOARDING
50:57 - FAVORITE X GAMES MOMENT
52:02 - A MILLION BARS
53:51 - KIND WORDS