Venom Skate Podcast

Episodes

1. 11

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 11: Tyler Topping

   Ty Top is one of the most notable photographers of any era in downhill skateboarding. His history, approach, depth, kindness, all legendary.

   Jan 1, 2026

   4h 34m
2. 10

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 10: Harry Clarke

   We're very proud to present Episode 10 of the Venom Skate podcast with now 2x World Cup Champion Harry Clarke. Harry is the most powerful force on the race circuit today. Coming off an undefeated season, his first World Championship, and his second World Cup Championship, Harry has been…

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   Nov 21, 2024

   2h 32m
3. 9

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 9: Owen Fox

   Hailing from the East Coast, Owen Fox is one of the top downhill racers in North America right now. Sit down with Zak and Owen as they recap the Maryhill Fall Freeride, explore Owen's origin story, the current state of downhill skateboarding, social media and more!

   Sep 13, 2024

   2h 39m
4. 8

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 8: Maryhill Preview With Max Capps

   In preparation for the 2024 Maryhill Fall Freeride & Tour De Maryhill Race, Zak sits down with long-time Maryhill veteran Max Capps. Discussing everything from Maryhill racing tactics, history & lore, gear, and current racers who have a shot at the podium.

   Aug 31, 2024

   1h 49m
5. 7

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 7: Lee Dansie

   Lee Dansie is a bonafide downhill skateboarding legend and downright gravity-fueled lunatic. One of the wildest characters in the history of our sport, we love every chance we get to hang out with Lee. From X-Games gold medals to living in the streets, Lee has seen it all and we're grateful to…

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   Apr 15, 2022

   2h 24m
6. 6

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 6: Rob McKendry

   Rob McKendry is a NORAM downhill legend. From being the first real Colorado downhill skater in the '90s, to being the emcee at Devil's Peak with years of riding & racing in between. He organized the first downhill race in CO on Vail Pass, and is an absolute character who's cherished across the...

   Feb 22, 2021

   3h 51m
7. 5

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 5: Danny Connor

   Danny Connor is a high voltage downhill pioneer from Southern California, who's been bombing hills for over 20 years. Danny came on the racing scene in the late '90s early 2000s, and was one of the first Sector 9 downhill team riders. Enjoy his origin story with our host, and Venom CEO, Zak…

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   Sep 25, 2020

   2h 33m
8. 4

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 4: Rick Kludy

   Captain America himself! Rick Kludy is one of the wildest characters in skateboard racing's history who has been nothing short of absolutely dedicated to the sport since day 1. Residing in California, Kludy is notorious for being an absolute character of the 90s-2000s era downhill scene. He the...

   Mar 24, 2020

   2h 31m
9. 3

   Venom Skate Podcast Episode 3: Pete Connolly Pt. 2

   In the ever anticipated Part 2 of the Pete Connolly episode: Pete goes into vivid detail about his challenging quest, that led to his eventual success, to become the fastest downhill skateboarder of all time at a top speed of 91.17mph. Pete is the definition of speedboarder through and through.…

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   Dec 10, 2019

   1h 27m
10. 2

    Venom Skate Podcast Episode 2: Pete Connolly Pt. 1

    You may know Pete Connolly as the World's fastest man on a skateboard. But, we know him as one of the most deeply rooted downhill riders on the planet. Hailing from the U.K, Pete's DH legacy sprouted from a need for speed. In part 1, of 2, Zak and Pete talk about the origins of the U.K Downhill...

    Nov 21, 2019

    1h 12m
11. 1

    Venom Skate Podcast Episode 1: Roger Hickey

    Welcome to the Venom Skate Podcast! Our goal here is to sit down with the legends and tell the untold stories of downhill skateboarding's past and present. In this inaugural episode, Venom CEO Zak Maytum speaks with one of Speedboarding's original badasses Roger Hickey. Discussing fabled...

    Oct 23, 2019

    2h 22m