WCRP: Jeron Wilson 058

WCRP on Skateboarding

Good morning, ladies & gentlemen! For the past 3 decades, it’s been a personal goal to interview skateboarding LEGEND- Jeron Wilson. Very calculated, powerful & trick selection, is what truly separates the greats from the pack. Jeron, is one of the greats in skateboarding. And, he’s here today to share his story. Tune in, as Jeron takes us back to being sponsored by Hosoi Skateboards in the late 80’s. We discuss the ups & downs of being the only skater in your High School. Skateboarding LEGEND- Salman Agah getting him on Real Skateboards. Talks growing up with Weston Correa, riding for Val Surf since a kid, skating Hosoi’s backyard ramp. We discuss the lack of racial diversity in skateboarding in the 80s. The meeting with Tim Gavin, that subsequently changed his entire life. It’s all here, folks. With a special, SPECIAL guest appearance by the one & only Chris Roberts- this is truly, one for the books. Cannot thank Jeron enough for his time & sharing his story. Part 1 is here, folks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/clyde-singleton/support