Tony Hawk is an American professional skateboarder, philanthropist, and owner of the skateboard company, Birdhouse. Tony is considered one of the pioneers of modern vert skateboarding. He’s also the founder of the Tony Hawk Foundation, which helps bring skateparks to underprivileged areas. In 2014, Tony was named one of the most influential skateboarders of all time. Put down your copy of Thrasher and join Mike and Tony to hear about the legend’s journey after retirement. Plus, get an exclusive story about how the 900 and behind the scenes stories of traveling with Tony.

Keep doing your job even if things get hard and once your there, keep pushing - Tony Hawk

In this episode: 

• How Tony is still having fun after putting his skateboard down
• Is announcing your retirement a bad thing? Hear Tony’s experience
• The story of the infamous and first-ever documented 900 spin
• Life after retirement: How Tony gets to control his career and explore his other passions
• Get a look into Tony’s “How did I get here?” moments -- like getting invited to the White House!

*Resources Mentioned in this Episode*

• https://kindhumans.com/
• Range Essential - https://rangeessential.com/  - Use the code keep bleeding for 10% off your entire order
• SunGrownGold - https://sungrowngold.com/   - Use the code keep bleeding for 10% off your entire order 

Connect with Tony:

• Birdhouse - https://www.birdhouseskateboards.com/ 
• Tony Hawk Foundation - https://tonyhawkfoundation.org/ 
• Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/tonyhawk
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TonyHawk/ 
• Twitter https://twitter.com/tonyhawk

Connect with Mike:

• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikeescamilla
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Mike-Rooftop-Escamilla-107550499310349/
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikeescamilla