Podcasts by GrindWorks BMX

GrindWorks BMX

The GrindWorks Podcast is another extension of GrindWorks BMX and focuses on interacting with various guests and is loosely based around BMX and its sub-culture.

Further podcasts by Andrew Vargason

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Jeff Mushell: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 060 from 2023-12-12T00:04:38

This podcast was recorded over two discussions about nine months apart. It's a long one, but worth the listen if you have any manufacturing, machining, and other industry-based interests. H...

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Tangents with John Corts: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 059 from 2023-07-08T00:47:22

A follow-up podcast with John Corts recorded back in February. We touch on JC Metal Works/Work BMX and then just chat BMX and life while going off on a few tangents along the way.

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Kickin' It With Matt Smith, Pt 2: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 058 from 2023-01-29T18:20:49

Part 2 of the Matt Smith Episode. Talking about other sources of inspiration, podcasts, and shows - BMX and non-BMX.

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Style For Myles Wrap-Up: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 057 from 2023-01-22T19:39:05

Shortly after the Style for Myles jam took place I sat back down with Myles' family to discuss how the day went, thank the sponsors, and talk about what's in store for the future.

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Kickin' It With Matt Smith, Part 1: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 056 from 2023-01-15T20:05:43

2 Months to upload an episode isn't too bad, right? Right??

AV drove out to Albany and kicked it with Matt Smith of The Yea. This is a Part 1 episode, with Part 2 dropping...?

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Skateparks Are Like Gaybars (Defining Success): GrindWorks BMX Podcast 055 from 2022-11-20T23:36:39

How do you define success? A lot of people consider the attainment of wealth, favor, or eminence the default definition. But what if there are other goals and motivations? How do we define and m...

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The Lowdown, Part 2: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 054 from 2022-10-01T13:23:04

An overly detailed rundown of what's been going on in AV's life and GrindWorks in general.

Feel free to drop a comment with feedback and any other suggestions for us.

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Styles For Myles Jam: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 053 from 2022-09-12T03:45:25

Myles "Bubba" Roach, 11 years old, was killed on 10/30/2021 at the hands of a school bully. Since this horrific event, his parents, Jordan and Katelyn Roach, have been working on a jam in his me...

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The Lowdown, Part 1: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 052 from 2022-09-06T02:48:11

A lot of you have been wondering where we are, what we're doing, and probably if we are still here. The answers to some of that are in this episode, with at least another, maybe a third episode ...

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Trashfish: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 051 from 2021-08-25T01:20:08

A lot of you may know the name Trashfish from Instagram more than you know the name Eddie Olschansky these days, as he spends more time fishing trash out of the river from his kayak than he does...

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Derek Nelson: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 050 from 2021-05-13T16:05:12

Derek Nelson took some time to sit down and discuss some of the issues he has been experiencing over the last 5 months regarding the shutdown of his skatepark, HCS, and his fabrication business,...

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Vehicular Ramblings: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 049 from 2021-05-13T15:03:52

Some long-dreaded updates from while I was driving and couldn't avoid recording this episode any longer. Peg updates, jam hints, future episode discussion, and of course some rambling from while...

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Josh Sorrentino and Kevin Czuba: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 048 from 2021-05-03T00:58:55

Josh Sorrentino and Kevin Czuba came down to Pittsburgh for a weekend and while they were in town, we recorded this podcast episode. This was over a month ago and I am just finally getting aroun...

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Matt O'Connell: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 047 from 2020-12-09T02:45:25

Things have been pretty sporadic lately, but we managed to get Matt O'Connell in the studio "remotely" to chat about bikes and his video project, BitchCranks Annonymous. But ultimately, it was j...

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Back In Studio: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 046 from 2020-08-25T05:43:22

Welcomed back into the studio with technical difficulties and spent the episode complaining about a variety of topics, roasting our buddy Jesse, and going in-depth into the 2020 GrindWorks Jams ...

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2020 Binghamton Jam Update: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 045 from 2020-08-11T03:21:04

The Binghamton Jam is still on, but you gotta cover your face!

Feel free to drop a comment with feedback and any other suggestions for us.

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2020 Jam Updates: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 044 from 2020-07-06T23:48:42

Coronavirus is throwing wrenches, but we haven't stopped yet.

Feel free to drop a comment with feedback and any other suggestions for us.

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Solo Cast 2: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 043 from 2020-06-12T13:24:37

This episode is a quick cut-in that has developed over the last couple days as I responded to the first Solo Cast, episode 039. In it, I ...

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Keystone RampWorks with Jeff and Mikki: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 042 from 2020-06-12T06:28:11

This is the last of the skatepark and Coronavirus series and is with Jeff and Mikki of Keystone RampWorks (KSRW). KSRW is an indoor park that is only open part of the year until they secure a fu...

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Wedgewood Ramps with Russell Kaye: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 041 from 2020-06-06T13:19:50

Wedgewood Ramps is a skatepark in Youngstown, OH with an early-2000's vibe and layout. I sat down with Russell and talked about the history of the park, the short and long-term impacts of Corona...

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SK8-1-4 Park with Dub: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 040 from 2020-05-31T15:58:15

SK8-1-4 is an all-inclusive skatepark in Altoona, PA with a heavy street influence. I sat down with Dub and talked about the history of the park as well as the short and long-term impacts of Cor...

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Solo Cast 1: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 039 from 2020-05-22T03:42:50

This is my first solo cast for the podcast and I go over some history of GrindWorks, overstretching the brand, 2020 Jams, the GrindWorks DVD Project, and some GrindWorks store updates.

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The Wheel Mill with Harry Geyer: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 038 from 2020-05-15T13:37:31

After having a plan in place to chat with Harry for an upcoming episode, and subsequently having all plans put on indefinite hold, I'm glad we were finally able to make this happen. Harry Geyer ...

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InstaJams Announcement: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 037 from 2020-05-09T17:43:07

Jams and contests seem to be a question on everyone's minds right now as we begin to re-emerge from nation-wide Stay-at-home orders and quarantines, while restrictions on gatherings remain in pl...

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James Weston: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 036 from 2020-04-27T01:58:05

James is originally from the Owego, New York area and many of you will know him from the Binghamton scene; he now lives in Austin, Texas. I caught up...

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Karlis Fisers - Mantis Tattoo: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 035 from 2020-04-06T00:34:32

This episode is with a small business owner and BMX rider in the Pittsburgh scene, Karlis Fisers, or as many will know him as Mantis Tattoo, ...

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Socially Distanced (Live-Stream): GrindWorks BMX Podcast 034 from 2020-03-29T16:57:25

This episode was more of an experiment than anything else; seeing both what I can manage to do with my computer setup and also how responsive the audience would be to a live-stream format with t...

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Brad Barker - Shins_are_beat: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 033 from 2020-03-07T05:07:11

I've never met Brad in person, but we've known each other via the internet for quite some time....

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Sam Weber: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 032 from 2020-02-25T00:50:05

A lot of you may have seen or talked to Sam in the past at a handful of different events throughout the East Coast. He commonly refers to himself as "Sam from Mexico", drives a Honda Element typ...

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Tom Beckman: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 031 from 2020-02-17T06:56:17

A couple weeks ago I got to sit down with Tom Beckman and chat about coming up in a booming scene in the Listen

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Work Frames - a New BMX Company with John Corts: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 030 from 2020-01-27T07:43:46

With the news of FBM closing their machine shop, a lot of questions have been circulating as to what happens next. For Listen

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2020 Winter Welcome Jam Promo: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 029.1 from 2020-01-04T03:18:38

Andy sat down with Mike and Mark Potoczny to discuss the upcoming Winter Welcome Jam...

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2020 Winter Welcome Jam: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 029 from 2020-01-04T03:15:04

Andy sat down with Mike and Mark Potoczny to discuss the upcoming Winter Welcome Jam taking place at The Wheel Mill on January 18, 2020 in Pittsbu...

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First Time Using the New Setup (with Brant Moore): GrindWorks BMX Podcast 028 from 2019-12-15T08:06:49

Brant Moore and I sat down and put the new setup to use both recording this episode and live streaming it on @brantmoore 's YouTube channel: Listen

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Kevin Czuba: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 027 from 2019-11-12T14:04:33

I sat down with Kevin Czuba while up in Buffalo a couple weeks back. We talked about a lot of mid-school BMX fun. I also had Listen

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"What Really Grinds My Gears" with Sam Schrage: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 026 from 2019-10-23T06:01:27

I've wanted to sit down in person with Sam Schrage for a while and get an episode recorded and it hasn't been able to work out. And, a while bac...

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Podcast Recap: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 025 from 2019-10-13T17:17

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 025:


This episode has been in the works for a while and I really wanted it to be episode 020. However, the interviews kept flowing and we hit 020 withou...

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Current Events from a Month Ago: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 024 from 2019-09-20T04:13:13

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 024:

Before packing up and moving to a new house, I sat down with James Yusczyk to do some recent event recap. I had no...

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Keihin Sherry and Travis Hockenberry: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 023 from 2019-08-23T03:29:39

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 023:

Following the GrindWorks Pittsburgh Street Jam, I met up with Keihin and Listen

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No Worries Crew: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 022 from 2019-08-12T05:16:41

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 022:

My old buddies Andy Rozelle and Tom Beckman came down to Pittsburgh for ...

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Matt Vargason: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 021 from 2019-07-18T11:59:16

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 021:

This podcast was a fun one, specifically because it was just a typical hangout with my brother, Matt Vargason. Mat...

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Cody Dixon "The Barend Guy": GrindWorks BMX Podcast 020 from 2019-07-08T11:42:44

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 020:

While most of you will know him as "The Bar End Guy", Cody Dixon is an interesting guy with a lot to talk about. C...

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Mitch McCracken and MHS Manufacturing: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 019 from 2019-06-30T22:09:49

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 019:

Back to our regular format! Pittsburgh local, Mitch McCracken, was finally able to make it out and talk about his...

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Derek Nelson and Andy Nelson: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 018 from 2019-06-09T22:55:31

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 018:

I was happy to be able to get some time with long-time friend Derek Nelson and asked his brother And...

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Cameron Turan: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 017 from 2019-05-31T01:13:16

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 017:

While visiting family up in Binghamton, NY I was able to link up with GrindWorks OG and co-founder, Cameron Turan. ...

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Chris Doyle: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 016 from 2019-05-20T02:46:47

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 016:

BMX legend and Pittsburgh local, Chris Doyle, was kind enough to stop by and hang out for a bit. We talked about ...

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Ryan Connelly: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 015 from 2019-05-11T19:02:33

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 015:

Pittsburgh local, Ryan Connelly, comes by the podcast and we talk about injuries, BMX, and music. This episode has been a long time coming, as it was recorded ...

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Zach Bearley: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 014 from 2019-04-23T03:42:19

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 014:

Pittsburgh local, Zach Bearley, comes by the podcast and we talk about spots, filming, and BMX. This episode has been a long time coming, as it was recorded al...

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Rhett Atwood and The Block: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 013 from 2019-03-25T16:26:02

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 013:

This week Rhett Atwood came by to talk about his new project he is trying to kickstart outside of Pittsburgh. Rhett envisions a 24-hour bike park and we discus...

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Brad Gibbs: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 012 from 2019-03-16T23:50:42

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 012:

Brad Gibbs is a name that rings synonymous with Pittsburgh BMX and Pittsburgh street riding. He's been wanting to do one of these podcasts pretty much since th...

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Josh Carrasco: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 011 from 2019-03-06T04:30:28

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 011:

Josh Carrasco came out to Pittsburgh from Chicago and before he left, we chatted about the Chicago BMX scene, filming, traveling, and security.


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Portland, Maine Crew: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 010 from 2019-02-25T17:41:06

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 010:

For this episode, I sat down with a small crew from Portland, Maine that came through the Pittsburgh area and crashed at the apartment. I've met Josiah Webber ...

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"Jash" Geyer: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 009 from 2019-02-17T15:54:44

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 009:

Josh "Jash" Geyer swung by to talk about BMX, life, and pants.

This podcast introduces an "intro" and "outro" which may become a regular thing, but is u...

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Brant Moore: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 008 from 2019-02-10T21:34:02

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 008:

Brant Moore came out to Pittsburgh for the Winter Welcome Jam at The Wheel Mill and crashed with Andrew Vargason while in town. Brant wanted to discuss some co...

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DJ Lockett: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 007 from 2019-02-04T03:34:33

GrindWorks BMX Podcast 007:

Andrew Vargason sits down with DJ Lockett about bikes, children, and life in general. This one is up a week later than originally scheduled to launch audio-onl...

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Chase Bucci: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 006 from 2019-01-31T07:10:59

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 006:

Chase Bucci talks about work, travel, bikes, and we promote the upcoming (01/26/2019) Winter Welcome Jam at The Wheel Mill bike park in Pittsburgh, PA. H...

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Jesse Herzog: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 005 from 2019-01-31T06:35:12

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 005:

Jesse Herzog comes on the show and we talk about bike riding, filming, and some upcoming projects. Jesse currently runs All Things Shred, a mixed sport o...

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Jake Hoebler: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 004 from 2019-01-31T06:15:10

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 004:

Jake Hoebler comes on the show and we talk about bikes, filming, travel, and some upcoming projects. Jake currently runs BMXASFXCK and may have another b...

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Alex Stape: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 003 from 2019-01-30T07:40:58

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 003:

Andrew Vargason chats with Alex Stape about his recent motorcycle accident, his road to recovery, and what he's been up to in the meantime. Note: Audio g...

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Tyler Cramer: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 002 from 2019-01-30T07:35:47

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 002:

Andrew Vargason sits down with Tyler Cramer about bikes, filming, travel, and some upcoming projects. This is the second GrindWorks BMX podcast and it to...

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James Yusczyk: GrindWorks BMX Podcast 001 from 2019-01-25T07:35:02

 GrindWorks BMX Podcast 001:

Andrew Vargason sits down with recent Pittsburgh transplant James Yusczyk about bikes, work, travel, and living in his office/studio. This is the first p...

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