EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 1H 8M
Ep. 53 "Down But Not Out" w/ Gary Smith
from BNFCL RADIO · host Ki Realer
In your 40's one slam can change everything. Ki sits down with ex pro skateboarder and longtime Baltimore shop owner of VU Skateshop, to talk about navigating a major injury later in life. From the grind of physical therapy to the mental weight of stepping away from skating, Gary shares what it takes to keep moving forward while managing a business, a family and a new reality. A real conversation about resilience, identity, and adapting when the game suddenly changes. Check your ego at the door and buckle up. This ride is guaranteed to be beneficial. 🦀
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In your 40's one slam can change everything. Ki sits down with ex pro skateboarder and longtime Baltimore shop owner of VU Skateshop, to talk about navigating a major injury later in life. From the grind of physical therapy to the mental weight of stepping away from skating, Gary shares what it takes to keep moving forward while managing a business, a family and a new reality. A real conversation about resilience, identity, and adapting when the game suddenly changes. Check your ego at the door and buckle up. This ride is guaranteed to be beneficial. 🦀
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