When I first saw Eric Dressen, I was a little star struck and kind of intimidated. I was nervous to approach him, even though I only wanted to tell him he was someone who had been a big influence on me. But before I could get to that, he told me he liked my show and that the Anthony Pappalardo episode was his favorite. That tripped me out, because usually the veteran pro skaters I meet aren't as plugged into younger skaters and whatever new media is coming out.
My immediate reaction was, "Do you want to do an episode?"
He was down, and here we are...
Part one premieres Thursday, January 17.
Most Popular
-
VICE News: Venezuelan Body Count
Last year alone, Caracas had more violent deaths than Baghdad.
-
Fresh Off the Boat: Back in Taiwan
Eddie gets into face paint, screaming lessons, and furry pink pillows.
-
VICE News: Beasts of Burden
Investigating illicit animal-fighting rings in Kabul.
-
Far Out: Agafia's Taiga Life
Agafia is the last surviving Lykov, remaining steadfast in her seclusion.
-
Harmony Korine's Spring Breakers: Meet the ATL Twins - Part 1
They share the same bed, wear matching outfits, and sleep with the same girls.
The Mare
A New Story by Mary Gaitskill 
Toppling a Delicate World
Being Gay and South Asian In America 
There's No Sex in Prison Showers
We Usually Wore Our Underwear 
Try Not to Destroy Your Life
The First Time I Took Molly 
A Teacher and Her Student
Marilynne Robinson on Staying Out of Trouble 
"Whitey" Isn't Very Popular in Boston
Interviews with Some of His Old Friends 
Comments