EP001 - Olivia Torres

In the first episode of Carving It Out, meet Olivia Torres, a talented skateboarder from Sarasota, Florida. She shares her journey from gymnastics to skateboarding, her experiences at competitions, and her transition to enjoying skating for fun. Olivia shares her insights on the importance of representation in skateboarding, especially for women and people of color. The conversation also touches on her experiences at Woodward, advice for aspiring female skaters, and her future aspirations in the sport.Chapters00:00 Opening Credits and Music00:14 Hello and Intro Olivia Torres01:01 Olivia's Gymnastics Journey04:11 Transitioning to Skateboarding05:09 Competitive Mindset in Skateboarding08:06 Finding Joy Beyond Contests12:03 Experience at Woodward14:50 Traveling and Independence in Sports19:07 Representation in Skateboarding20:38 Wheels of Fortune Event Experience24:50 West Coast Skating, Meeting Pros, and Social Media Feeds27:43 Olivia's Setup29:07 Favorite Tricks31:46 Favorite Skate Spots and DIY Culture34:31 Favorite Skatepark in Florida / Skatepark of Tampa37:29 Skating with Guys vs. Girls38:54 Future Career Aspirations40:59 Traveling with Skateboards on Planes46:08 Conclusion and Travel Hacks49:32 Closing Credits and Music