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The Sk8LikeYou Podcast

The Sk8LikeYou Podcast is your resource for any & everything roller skating! Mark ‘Magoo’ Vachon invites you on his journey as a lifelong skater while he covers everything from rink tours, professional skater interviews, content creators, speed skaters, competitive skaters, derby, to organizing & attending shuffle events all over the U.S. Magoo owns Sk8LikeYou.com which is a resource for everything skating & roller skating promotion. It serves as a collaborative effort with the national skate community to celebrate skating!

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Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 57: Madison Bond May 18, 2025

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Madison Bond is an Ohio-based skater whom I first met while attending events. Known for her speed & infectious enthusiasm on the floor, she is well-loved and respected by everyone she comes in contact with.

Madison was open not only about her skate life but life in general and how skating became a critical component to reclaiming who she is and who she wants to be. Her story is truly one of finding strength & happiness in being exactly who you want to be!

What an awesome conversation about life, goals, personal growth & skating too. Madison tells it like it is & lives as an example that your life is yours to make whatever you want, whenever you want!

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Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 56: Dale Edwards May 11, 2025

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Dale Edwards of Roller Skate New England Returns – Community, Content & Coast-to-Coast Skating

Dale Edwards is back on the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast! The fast-rising content creator behind Roller Skate New England joins us to talk about the continued growth of his platform and the unique, collaborative way he shares skate content. From innovative distribution methods to building a true community around the culture, Dale takes a different path—and it’s paying off.

Our conversation rolls across a wide range of skate topics, much like Dale himself, who’s constantly traveling state to state, capturing the joy of skating everywhere he goes. Tune in for a fun, insightful, and inspiring chat about passion, purpose, and the power of sharing the skate life.

#rollerskating #sk8likeyou #skatelikeyou #rollerskatenewengland #sk8ne #podcast #interview #spotify #applepodcasts #youtube #webseries #contentcreators #season4

Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 55: Evan Runfola May 06, 2025

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This week on the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast, we’re rolling with Evan Runfola — a New Jersey skater who’s done it all: jam, rhythm, shuffle… you name it. Evan was one of the youngest skaters ever to hit the legendary Eight Wheels No Brakes events and a longtime presence at Roller Jam.

Let’s just say… he did not hold back in this one. From wild stories to laugh-out-loud moments, Evan kept it real (and hilarious). I might’ve had to save him from himself a few times—but that’s what makes this episode unforgettable.

Hit play and catch the vibe!

Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.

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Sk8LikeYou Podcast - BONUS SHOW - Ronald Yeazell - Midwest Jam Fest is Coming! Apr 27, 2025

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The Midwest Jam Fest is coming! Check out this BONUS Episode with promoter Ronald Yeazell aka Huggy Bear as he talks about this exciting new skating event!

Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 54: Grant Hendrix Apr 27, 2025

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Grant Hendrix is one of the youngest but also one of the most recognizable faces on the shuffle event scene today. When it comes to widely-attended shuffle events, he might be the youngest ever to have an event hosted in his honor.

As a regular at Skate Country Buford, Grant has had major exposure based on the highly viewed influencers that also call the same rink home. As a feature in numerous videos, he is one of the reasons for their viral success.

In addition to the a regular at numerous well known shuffle events, Grant has also found success as a competitive speed skater which he says he will return to eventually.

The Hendrix family as a whole maintains a special place in the hearts of so many skaters that have had the chance to meet them. So many that have come back to skating will tell you time and again how their genuine kindness and welcoming nature is a huge reason they kept coming.

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Grant!

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Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 53: Dalton White Apr 20, 2025

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Dalton White aka Foot Loose Moose, originally from the Gainesville, Florida area now resides in Ohio. As a regular skater of the one of the most beloved rinks in the U.S. Castle Skate Land, Dalton is also a staple of the annual Fly’n Over the Castle Walls Event.

Dalton is known for an individual skate style & it is truly unique. Check out my conversation with Dalton as tells me about skating & the other skaters have impacted his life for the better!

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Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 52: Gary Ballesteros Apr 13, 2025

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Gary Ballesteros is an OG Florida skater who now resides in Michigan. If you know Gary, you know when it comes to his skates, he takes major pride in quality & style. Catch him at any event & invariably you’ll see skaters from everywhere checking out his multiple forward mount setups.

Beyond his own skates, Gary contributes to the skate world as a regular attendee & supporter of events all over the U.S. He’s one of a handful of skaters that I can say I see every time I’m at an event. Additionally, Gary is now in the works of planning his own Michigan event with details to come.

As if that wasn’t enough, Gary is also a founding member of the Michigan Rink Rats which is one of the largest Facebook skate groups around. After founding the group, Gary & other OG members travel the shuffle event circuit spreading the word & promoting the all-inclusive ideology of their Skate Crew. Want a Michigan Rink Rat shirt? All you gotta do is ask!

I really enjoyed sitting down with Gary & now it’s your turn to enjoy our conversation too!

#rollerskating #michigan #michiganrinkrats #skate #sk8likeyou #skatelikeyou #podcast #webseries #spotify #applepodcasts #quadskating #quadskates #sk8

Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 51: Aaron Bardwell Apr 06, 2025

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We’re kicking off Season 4 of the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast with a bang! Meet Aaron Bardwell, an elite speed skater and national champion out of Wisconsin. Not only is Aaron dominating the track in his division, but he’s also one of the most versatile skaters on the floor—rhythm, jam, shuffle—you name it, he does it, and he does it well.What makes Aaron even more special is the contrast between his calm, humble vibe off the floor and the sheer confidence and skill he brings when he’s skating. He’s truly one of the best we’ve ever seen.You’re gonna love this episode.#SK8LIKEYOU #AaronBardwell #RollerSkatingPodcast #SpeedSkating #ShuffleSkating #JamSkating #RhythmSkating #MidwestSkaters #SkateCulture #SkateLife #NationalChampion #RollerSkaterSpotlight

Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 50: Brian Keltz Mar 30, 2025

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It's our 50th Episode & this week on the SK8LIKEYOU Podcast, we sit down with Brian Keltz — a lifelong skater who’s been rolling for over 40 years. Brian got his start skating across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin but now has the privilege of skating all of the U.S. as an attendee of numerous Skate Events. After beating stage 2 cancer, Brian stepped back into the rink with a whole new outlook, finding freedom, joy, and community like never before. With his passion re-sparked, Brian has stepped back into the DJ booth and is now looking to make Tennessee a Skate Event destination.

Hear his incredible story of resilience, passion, and why skating still gives him everything he needs and more.#SK8LIKEYOU #RollerSkating #SkateLife #SkaterStory #Podcast #MidwestSkating #SkateCommunity #Resilience #CancerSurvivor #SkatingSavedMe

Sk8LikeYou Podcast Episode 49: Bg Daddy Ray & OG Smooth - Origin of the OG Skate Crew Mar 23, 2025

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On this episode of the Sk8LikeYou Podcast I am sitting down with Ray Stitt aka BgDaddyRay & Ed Emmett aka OG Smooth of the OG Skate Crew. We are talking about the origins of the Philly-based skate crew & the impact that it’s had on not only skaters of the Philadelphia area, but also skaters outside of Pennsylvania.

Ray & Ed are live at the Philly Skate Plex as we talked about the history of our skate crew. This was a great conversation where even myself as a member learned some new things. Enjoy!

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