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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2025 · 30 MIN

How 1990s NYC Skateboarding Culture Birthed 'Supreme'

from All Of It with Alison Stewart · host WNYC

In the 80s and 90s, New York City's skateboarding scene was wild and gritty, and seemingly unable to be commercialized. And then the streetwear brand Supreme came along. Director Josh Swade discusses the new 30 for 30 documentary “Empire Skate,” which tells the story of 1990s New York City skate culture that inspired a global brand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the 80s and 90s, New York City's skateboarding scene was wild and gritty, and seemingly unable to be commercialized.

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In the 80s and 90s, New York City's skateboarding scene was wild and gritty, and seemingly unable to be commercialized. And then the streetwear brand Supreme came along. Director Josh Swade discusses the new 30 for 30 documentary “Empire Skate,”...

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