"When I see people with success, I see boredom.......when you get what you thought you wanted, the fire goes away......just find joy in what you do for the sake of it, and recognize how your being shaped in the process and hopefully you become a better man because of it." If y'all ain't feeling that then I dont know what the fuck your doing with your life, Im writing that down and posting it on the wall in my room.
Treat yourself and watch the documentary on the Bones Brigade. You dont have to be a skater for it to affect you. Rodney and the guys were pioneers...they were cavemen in a spaceship.
Skateboarding is painted with a negative stereotype. You will find that many skaters are very creative, intelligent and spiritual. Skateboarding is more than just a sport or a hobby, its a way for you to be creative and express yourself in a way that is unique and totally you. Its incredible how a piece of wood, metal and wheels can change your life and bring happiness while taking you to places you never thought you would go. Im sure its the same for some other sports as well but there is definitely something special about skateboarding.
@@heavydynamics8128 there will always be hope available in what is a very shitty world, if you have the courage to search for it you will be fulfilled by things you never thought you would be able to have. Or would be available to you.
This is like a therapy session. Except Tom is paying Rodney for him to let out his soul. Amazing video, I actually want to get everyone I know to watch this. Its suchhhh an incredible video
I’m a professional musician starting writing music for the labels I always wanted to, and lost the passion somewhere along the way...... after this interview I played guitar for 3 hours with no purpose..... I just played..... thank you Rodney. Best interview ever
I have never heard him speak before and wasn't expecting him to be so soft spoken. He speaks like a philosophy professor or an introverted genius, not a loud mouth, ego driven know-it-all like some athletes. This interview really spoke to me, especially the part about his personal identity to his sport. Such an inspiring story.
Pretty sure, He has Asperger's and most of what he saying is really him rambling incessantly and thinking very hard about something that would otherwise sound trivial if described "normally". He has way of sounding very soft at the same time as constantly making things get serious. It really draws you in and creates an illusion of things as being more extreme than they really are in reality. It's really is just his own rambling stream of consciousness though. LMAO
Jesus Christ what a mind! Complete philosopher yet extremely vulnerable & dramatic. I loved this interview because nowadays you don’t really see people expose everything they are. He’s so genuine & that touches my soul. God bless you Brother!
You probably don't have bad intentions and maybe don't realize it, but please don't take Our Lord's Name in vain. Have a good day. PS Rodney Mullen is the man!
@@RapidCycling07 Don't tell other people what to do. It creates a very bad name for Christians, and you're causing more harm than good. Your moral obligation is to obey that rule yourself, not to try and force other people to obey it.
kristin sullivan I like how you can tell he takes time, pause, and then speaks so he doesn’t waste words he completes the thought before he says it. It takes a lot to do thatz
It's not everyday you hear someone be so honest and vulnerable and self-deprecating. If I didn't know who he was I might be uncomfortable or call him an "over-sharer"
@TomBilyeu - Next level interviewing skills - you let Rodney finish his complicated thoughts, validate that you understand the premise, and then follow up with perfect pointed related questions. Rodney is no doubt amazing and you did an equally amazing job at drawing him out. Strong work!!
A true word smith. "I'm honored and fortunate that I came when there was a blank canvas and so I'm given credit, thank you - I appreciate it, I do. but the joy I get, that i could create some of the vocabulary for others to express themselves.. that gives me a connectedness. I think a lot of skaters are outsiders, I think a lot of us are outsiders, even at least in some way."
"Skaters, I think they tend to be outsiders. Who seek a sense of belonging, but belonging on their own terms" another one of his outsiders quotes that always hits me very different.
Rodney Mullen is a huge dork but he forced the world to accept him through his dedication and skill. He was never trying to be cool he was just trying to be Rodney Mullen. So he's not really cool in the classic sense but he is zen af and an absolute visionary
I think it might be better to say Rodney Mullen is truly Rodney Mullen. He wears no masks, hides behind nothing and is simply himself. Very refreshing!
I kept waiting for the gold to stop spewing out of Rodney's mouth so I could pause and go make supper, but it just never happened. This dude's awesome.
I’ve got a severe foot deformation and I’m trying to learn to skate. I’ve been in love with skating for my entire life and I’m finally done with sitting on my ass watching skate vids and hanging up boards on my wall. Rodney is my inspiration and I’m 16 so I’ve got a lot left in the tank. Love you Rodney!
Use it to your advantage! I’ve seen some people before that had unique disabilities and pulled of some insane tricks that nobody else could. Your imagination is the only limit!
Relaxed? He is really nervous with people and being in the spotlight. When he was younger he was crippled with shyness and could not talk to people at all. It's awesome to hear him open up, but I wouldn't say he's relaxed.
This episode honestly hit me so deep. What he said in the end summed it up so greatly. To just do things for the sake of doing them and watch how they shape you. That impacted me so much to just wanna go out and enjoy the process with what I’m doing not for trophies, awards or recognition, but to do it because I wanna be a better man and person and have some kind of impact on someone and be able to connect with them. Truly beautiful episode and very incredible man. Thank you Tom for being just as real by getting to his level and asking the questions you did. It also showed how real and down to earth you truly are.
It's true, though. I spend more time worrying about who or what I am rather than just doing things and mastering them. Until you try your best you'll never know what you even really want.
One of his best quotes is "There's an intrinsic value in creating something for the sake of creating it." I'm not one for writing quotes down or displaying them, but that is stamped on my brain ever since I heard it. Dude's an inspiration in so many ways.
Rodney Mullen voice give me such a strong feeling of "everything will be alright". Everything happens through pain and you cannot run from it are 2 iron rules of our existence. The best thing we can do is to understand pain, accept it and change our perspective about it -> from something to avoid to something we have to experience if we want a successful process.
Yes!! You described it perfectly. I wasn't sure what I felt while listening, but it was exactly like "it will be alright,don;t worry". I got emotional few times... great guest!
It's super rare to see someone so passioned about the process, about what he is offering to the world. He basically changed the entire show because I think Tom asked 3 maybe 4 questions including the last one about the impact.
I've noticed that too. I didn't even notice it was the end of the show, because Tom said almost nothing. Amazing! 3-4 questions, but so much value! Only Tom can do it
I'm not sure I fully agree. I think his life story means to not be ashamed of pain. If I understand you correctly you say that pain shouldn't be avoided. But I disagree. Pain exists to tell us what to avoid. Rodney talks about two pains from what I understood. The pain from family during childhood. And the pain from his hip. In both cases he didn't consciously choose those pains. If I'm not mistaken what he did was to use the pain for his own benefit ONCE he had no other choice. He said he was desparate. I don't think it's a good idea to get into desperate situations on purpose to become the greatest. This is how most people abuse drugs and other stuff like that. What do you think?
The passion you can hear in his voice, the focus on what’s real and what actually matters in life, the openness of his pain... just legendary! So inspiring and refreshing in a world focused largely on vanity and material wealth! Bless you Mr. Mullen, May you skate on into eternity! 🤙🏼
I agree man, I loved watching him but definitely as an adult I love listening to him wish I would have heard it 10 years earlier, he's always been so wise and humble
society usually make fun of autistic people when these people got amazing mind.they just learn things differently.a lot of pioneer and inventor are autistic or similar spectrum.
At 47 I still skateboard. I can't express how much 4wheels and a board has meant to my life. Do you want to understand the meaning of 'tenacity'? And then there's this little interview... 4mins in and I'm crying- it doesn't stop until it's over. I feel shaken and stirred. This was EXACTLY what I needed to hear- not this year, this month, or this week, but today. Rodney has a soul and honesty that most will never be aware of, yet alone achevie in their present incarnation. ...any thing else I say will reduce my sentiment. Listen to Buddha, and hopefully, learn. Thank you both, *A.
No Doubt... 41 and as soon as I’m standing sideways flowin on the concrete, I’m 14 again and all the stress & worries of this world start to disappear for a while. When they start to creep back in... jump on the board, strap on the headphones and repeat. Amen 🙏🏼
It's all hard work and imagination. The only barrier in improving is believing in yourself. Follow me on instagram guys! I got a handful of videos on it but will be uploading more things soon, had a swollen ankle but will be active real soon. IG: Anthox_1
I started crying near the end of the video because what Mullen said hit so deep into the core of the amalgamation of apathy and self hatred that i have become... fuuuck.. i need to start letting myself fall in love with the things that shape me.
Helton Gutzeit Hanns well said Hanns thanks for your post, I to felt that to from his video and your comment made me release I have then same thoughts on apathy and I now will change for the better :)!
almost a year since your comment. hope you have been successful in coming around. and don't beat yourself up too hard. life, society, and the day to day can be really toxic without your even realising it. read RM's autobiographical book The Mutt. the refresher will likely do you a world of good : - >
Perfectly said man. Experienced the same thing. I started welling up hard. Need to get back to the joy of the things I love and stop being so harsh and judgemental of myself.
I think everyone suffers with depression. Depression is the lack of worthwhile pursuit. Find you anchor and keep doing it. I found skateboarding at age of 31.
Of all the Impact Theory episodes I've watched, this one is my #1. I'll watch it again and again. This guy's genuine. There's no fluff here at all, no sales pitch, no bs. Already shared this on Twitter. Interestingly, this inspires me to be the type of man Impact Theory wants to have on their show. I'm prior USAF/Army, been "signed" to a few record labels...stumbled, fell, stood up over and over again. After an extended period of being a shadow of myself, I am standing once again. Thanks Tom, you've awoken the phoenix with this one.
There is something about Rodney's presence and the way he is! This man is so much more than I ever thought he was!! So grateful to hear his words and more of his story and views on life.
This is a tough interview to conduct. This reminds me of the Darryl “DMC” McDaniels interview. Tom's interview skills, knowing when to let the guest speak and what two or three words to say to keep them going after a story, are remarkable. Being able to not make the interview about yourself, and get the most from the guest for your audience, is a subtle skill that Tom has mastered.
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No, he just didn't understand Mullen. He drops a poetic speech well constructed and amazing. This gimp just goes "yeah" and launches in to the nest journalistic question. The guy is a fucking chump.
This is so true and I admire that about him. I try to study and watch how he does this so I can hopefully quite this skill to. Even if it just in moments when I actually need it
28:12: "ultimately, i just want to be a good man, you know?". Can you name the last nobel prize winners and olympians right ? but you can name the 5th grade teacher that believed in you. The people that you touch singularly.. that's a bigger test in a way"
hes had it. he doesnt like the lime light attention. ..i can totally respect that. skateboarding is a artform and some choose to do it for themselves, not to gain recognition.
I’m watching the video and i’m thinking that i just have to write comment (which i almost never do) Tom! That interview is sacred, it’s like you have found some kind of pricless gift. I’m listening this guy and he is so sincere, so humble, i’m having a feeling like - i just want to listen to him over and over. It’s like i’m listening Bruce Lee! Every word is carefuly chosen and wise. I can’t describe the whole thing - it is just priceless! Good job Tom!
Rodney is such an amazing dude. He has a TED talk that is awesome too. He is always like this. Cares for every word that comes out. Shows in his skating too. Such an amazing human.
Everytime mullen talks it inspires me. My favorite quote of his is "Skaters, I think they tend to be outsiders. Who seek a sense of belonging, but belonging in their own terms" that's always hit me hard
The way Tom Bilyeu put himself into the interview, realy and truly interested about all kind of knowledge he get in touch with, with all the people he met... is absolutely amazing!!! You inspire us to know more and more, without judging, just absorbing. Fantastic job Tom!!! Thank you!!! :D
@ exactly! He don't seem understand nothing about... He DON'T understand! That's why he ASK things... To know, to understand. That's why I like him. Cause he's not a professional talk show man. 😉😊
I’m not a skater but this guy is a true legend in humanity! Not only skating but also being a human! That’s why he was gifted with his skating ability’s his beautiful brain and his beautiful character can see things we could never! He is truly a legend
I don't know why people are criticizing Tom's responses or lack of. Rodney was comfortable and he just needs a prompt to talk at length and go deep on his own. He doesn't need the interviewer to heap praise on each thought or rehash it or get all bubbly. And clearly Tom respects and admires him, the intro and outro were gushing enough. I really liked this interview, even if it was atypical. A solid dose of Rodney, whom i adore and exchanged letters with when i was going through shitty times. he's a real treasure.
Greatest participation on Impact Theory. And something it needs to be said is...Tom is a really good interviewer because, alongside good questions, he really mastered the art of listening.
He is a real man down to earth the most intune with the masses as a whole. One of the deepest speakers I've ever heard talk. Something I need to work on to be as happy as he is with himself cause at the end of the day who are you and what do you want to be at the end of it all.
*"It's such a gift to be able to look at something and love it for the sake of it"* If you can find a love towards something that is pure and separated from the ego, hold onto it. Because then there's a decreased chance that your pathologies will get in the way of it, and you increase the chance of sticking to it because you'll feel like you're in the service of something bigger than yourself.
the best thing about this video is there is no background music, therefore his inspiring voice is touching to heart...every word is throwing impact....great man
I don't even skateboard, but I stop to listen to Rodney any time I see his face. His template for existence is helping me think so much more clearly about my own path. Bless you, Rodney and Tom for giving us this interview.
Dude, this guy is so genuine. I can only imagine what he had to go through to be able to over-come being so introverted to be able to communicate so effectively. If he wasn’t so genuine, he would come off and trigger every button of fake-ness. He’s so intense but that’s what it takes to be as excellent as he is. I think obsession is the only path to excellence of his level. I have so much respect for this guy...
WOW ...Rodney embodies a rare and beautiful expression of balanced manhood. His deep understandings and wisdom about the purpose of challenge, success & striving for higher levels of achievement is rare and inspiring. Beyond being a great inspiration to many, Rodney's reflections about his journey of manhood shows he is an amazing role model for men and boys and for those people who are fortunate enough to meet him beyond the other great achievements of his life. Thanks so much for this interview and for your persistence in inviting Rodney onto your channel.
I think everyone can take away something from this episode and amazing man. Even girls and women, that s just how amazing his message and him as a person are!
I met him at a time in my life when he was my skateboarding hero. I'm happy to report that he made an impression on me that stayed with me for my entire life since. A truly decent man
Thank you for publishing Rodney Mullen and allowing the space for his ideas. You must realize that people with a deep generosity, like Mr. Mullen are not only a source of income for you and your staff, but a public good that must be respected.
Back in the 80s when I worshipped Rodney, I just thought people had talent. Then I heard about him training for 8, 9, 10 hours straight, DAILY. Yes he's got talent, but his amazing perseverance is so much more important. Truly inspirational!
You are so right! It’s too easy to go out there and look for the easy ride and delude self into believing into accepting it was enough, when deep down we end up beating ourselves because we’re not in the place where we want to truly be. Got to grind it out, make it your mantra, keep refining the vision until it becomes real - but be prepared to embrace fear, failure and suffering because the love for what you do should be the extension of your true self. Search deep to be free and fight passionately in your quest for excellence
This brings me to tears. Amazing to see how one can develop spiritually by doing what you sincerely love. Enlightenment can be felt through joy. "Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain." -Joseph Campbell
Same he was a skate idle when i was young now a life mentor it seems. I was out and down and at the emd of my rope and Rodney's speakings have. Helped me a lot and balance crap out.
This made me cry. I rarely cry. The story of him meeting the dying child and feeling out of his depth, but have the kid embrace him as his hero was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Then when Rodney mentioned not knowing the name of an Olympian but knowing the name of a school teacher, that caused the tears to keep coming. From a young age Rodney has captivated me and although I don't really like the concept of heroes, I have ALWAYS looked up to him and strived to be like him. What an incredible person.
Why did I get so teary watching him getting all emotional? I don't know what it is I love so much about Rodney. He just seems so good hearted and likeable.
I'm a 60 year old Brit who knows next to nothing about skateboarding. I don't know how i ended up here and i'd never even heard of this guy up until now but i like the way he looks at things and expresses them. When he was talking about getting rid of his trophies he mentioned 'the 'living' trophy'...yep , that's the real thing alright. That's the thing he can take to his dying day. A genuine fella with real SOUL. Respect mate.
He gets so much respect but when you really listen to him and how he speaks its like a good conversation with someone you know personally. Yeah the kickflip changed skateboarding but the understanding and wisdom he has to offer is a bigger deal imo. I skate and its the only thing that makes me happy anymore and when times seem dark people like rodney motivate me to push thru my pain and my problem. Thanks man, and i hope if anyone else is here to find inspiration to persevere good luck with everything you got this!
I feel the same! I been depressed for years and got back on a board after 9 years and haven't been happier. Gave up drinking and smoking weed. Riding a board makes me feel more accomplished and a person then drugs do. It help find myself again!!! I was at the end of my rope. And Rodney's talkings have really helped me out
@@MRREE-zw6xc fuck yeah dude i still smoke weed but only at night after ive worked and skated for the day. Keep going man i hope you stay happy and healthy! Add me on IG javajavajcup😊
@@jacobhiers thanks dude support helps and yeah some weed does hella help relax the muscles n mind at the end of the day! And fosho ill save it. I been on a social media break for a bit now also lol
Wow, how could you not cry watching this. This is what life is about. I learned so much about what is real and what is important in life from this interview. This goes way beyond skateboarding and goes into the very fiber of who we are as people and why we do what we do in life. So powerful.
"living trophy" holy crap. i've never been into awards and accolades myself, yet could never articulate why. yet to see someone, a complete stranger even, thriving on something you did, taught, wrote, pioneered... that's it exactly. what else is amazing about RM & his story: it's not just about skating. it is skating, yet it could be linux, lacrosse, or even needlepoint. it's so profound as to be universal across any endeavor, any love.
Love Rodney, his words and demeanor. not contrived, not hiding. honest integrity, and Love , passion, and pain! and Jiddu Krishnamurti is good reading for any of us, IMO!
Rodney is such a gem. A truly beautiful mind and an incredible inspirational person, who brought skateboarding to another level. I could easily listen to him for hours. He's so humble and peaceful and lighten up something inside each of us. That mentor and friend most people need in life. The fact it comes down to skateboarding being the tool to expression, mental balance, community, inner peace and life itself for many people couldn't be explained better than by the one who masters this art to perfection and without doubt will be THE best ever on a skateboard (yes you will!). It's an incredible experience to see how he has gone through at least 3 stages; the young and innocent kid struggling through life taking the world with surprise, the older more autonome character still doing what he loves, perfecting a new level of life when creating street skating into a form we still enjoy up till today, to his older now being extremely wise and thoughtful teaching us the whole progress he has been through. The guy really hides something we'll probably never see, but all of us surely know in some sort. It's impressive but also kind of sad. The man is telling the truth with tears in his eyes!! How often do you come across that?! Even when the interviewer, Tom, is openly speechless you know it's deep. A huge respect and a big thank you Rodney! We love you. Your struggle has created soo much more than you could imagine. We owe you everything! Looking soo much forward to follow you for many more years!
From 22:02 until the end, I've watched about eight times. How he talks about "the most humbling" experience and Make A Wish. I get transfixed to his perspective. When he says "I'm honored", I 100% believe him. I also thought it was great when he said, about social media, "my manager posts that crap" and Tom and the crew laugh. This was one of the most profound talks I've heard. Thank you Tom and Impact Theory crew.
That really is the one thing I get from him above all else that makes me respect him so much is that he seems 100% genuine and honest, through and through, which is a rare quality for a person to have.
So much passion. Its incredible. I have so much love for Rodney, and I've never met him. Strangely enough though, he's been a part of my life since I was a little kid. I'm so grateful that he chose skateboarding as his tool for survival. It became mine too. Being free on my skateboard helped me get through the toughest parts of my life. And Rodney was my inspiration right from the start. And back then, we were dirt poor. So I was always waiting for the day that I could get my magazine or movie rental so I could get the next scoop. It kept the fire raging in my heart. Those memories are what I hold onto to keep me going. He's right. We all have our story, our thing that we hold onto that keeps us pushing forward. The use of our pain as a tool to strive to the next level. To keep going and becoming stronger as we go... Brilliance. I can't help but be choked up with tears and a lump in my throat in a good way, when I hear him speaking. I do really feel connected to him even though we are hundreds of miles apart and I've only seen him on screen.
I remember the first time I seen him skate. He was light years beyond anyone. Free style was never cool but Rodney was beyond that crap. No one ever told me he was this zen master of life. I’m 42 years old and I want to be Rodney Mullen when I grow up.
That make a wish story made this grown man cry. Rodney is so inspirational and such a great speaker. Like a Buddhist, who's got unspeakable knowledge and wisdom.
Rodney was the reason I skated, thought he was fascinating. I now want to restart again at 31, I've not skated since I was around 15 and after seeing some skaters regularly I all of a sudden missed it. Didnt realise so many others are feeling the same lol
I skated from 5 to 20 then diddnt step on a board for 22 years and started again at 42. I dont care about the tricks anymore but just love cruising around and getting the exercise. I have always loved the culture though even when I diddnt skate.
This interview brought me to tears. A man with a burning passion to break through the barriers of reality, successfully achieving it, and being the godfather of his craft, chooses that his top priority in life is to be a good man. I cannot begin to express how incredible I think that is, and it motivates me to continue to strive to be a good man, and reinforces my desire to do so. Thank you, Rodney - for both opening the field of our shared greatest passion in life, and for inspiring me with your wisdom.
Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how good of a listener he is... Mullen talks straight for almost the whole interview, that's real interviewing, thank you, great great great content
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"When I see people with success, I see boredom.......when you get what you thought you wanted, the fire goes away......just find joy in what you do for the sake of it, and recognize how your being shaped in the process and hopefully you become a better man because of it." If y'all ain't feeling that then I dont know what the fuck your doing with your life, Im writing that down and posting it on the wall in my room.
That's so right man, this man have passion for what he talks
Exactly! Rodney it's crazy incredible.
I read this as soon as he said that phrase.
@@SourMech Me too! Spun out! The best, most important, quote of the whole interview imho
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Expected a skater, and got a skater who is also an incredibly self aware spiritual guru with an empowering message
Same here, just amazing thinking.
Treat yourself and watch the documentary on the Bones Brigade. You dont have to be a skater for it to affect you. Rodney and the guys were pioneers...they were cavemen in a spaceship.
That's true
Skateboarding is painted with a negative stereotype. You will find that many skaters are very creative, intelligent and spiritual. Skateboarding is more than just a sport or a hobby, its a way for you to be creative and express yourself in a way that is unique and totally you. Its incredible how a piece of wood, metal and wheels can change your life and bring happiness while taking you to places you never thought you would go. Im sure its the same for some other sports as well but there is definitely something special about skateboarding.
Rodney has a creative mind. That's how he has innovated so much.
he's the reason i picked up the skateboard(at the age of 34)
Hey dude, virtual high5, I restarted skating 2 months ago, and I'm 36...
that's really something in life. by the way, why is the ground of the skate park in your vid all tiled ha.
Kicking one around again at 45. You've still plenty of time. Enjoy yourself brother.
thanks
mad respect for doing that, I've been riding since I was a child, It's been put down for a number of years now
Rodney is the epitome of what a professional athlete should be.
*human should be
Fame never tainted Rodney, that’s for sure. True athlete and good hearted guy
Abso fuckin lutely!!!
I think him and Michael Jordan would have a dandy ol time
What a professional PERSON. His father did something right. And we have all benefited
Mullen has saved lives. People have wanted to end their life, found his talks and kept moving forward. Mullen is a rare gem.
yup.
😭🧘🏻♂️🙇♂️
I'm one of those guys.... Who tried to end it. He truly spoke volumes.
@@heavydynamics8128 there will always be hope available in what is a very shitty world, if you have the courage to search for it you will be fulfilled by things you never thought you would be able to have. Or would be available to you.
kudos for Tom just letting him speak...
joel witherspoon he’s really a great interviewer
This is like a therapy session. Except Tom is paying Rodney for him to let out his soul. Amazing video, I actually want to get everyone I know to watch this. Its suchhhh an incredible video
This guy is on another level, and not just in skateboarding.
That level is called high functioning Autism. I've recognized it in him since before My own diagnosis 🤷
@@99dedbuffoons17 yes I thought may be something like that, my girlfriends son is autistic and she works in therapy with people and autism.
@@99dedbuffoons17 yup
It’s crazy that. Skateboards had been around before Rodney was born, and yet he was the first to think to flip it lol
He definitely live in a higher dimension
I’m a professional musician starting writing music for the labels I always wanted to, and lost the passion somewhere along the way...... after this interview I played guitar for 3 hours with no purpose..... I just played..... thank you Rodney. Best interview ever
Good for you man, that’s great.
Matt Powell that’s beautiful
The same with me, I'm also a pro musician and I'm getting a lot of inspiration after watching Rodnye's words of wisdom.
"I’m a professional musician starting writing music for the labels I always wanted to"
yeah, sure....psh
@@Minotauro_di_Chieti heres your attention
Mullen is the reason I picked up the board and why I still skate at the age of 35. Thank you for all you do Rodney
I have never heard him speak before and wasn't expecting him to be so soft spoken. He speaks like a philosophy professor or an introverted genius, not a loud mouth, ego driven know-it-all like some athletes. This interview really spoke to me, especially the part about his personal identity to his sport. Such an inspiring story.
If you looked up introverted genius there would be a picture of Rodney next to it
I've just finished watching. Rodney made me cry like a baby with his words. Endless love
I broke down too man.
Me three
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Pretty sure, He has Asperger's and most of what he saying is really him rambling incessantly and thinking very hard about something that would otherwise sound trivial if described "normally". He has way of sounding very soft at the same time as constantly making things get serious. It really draws you in and creates an illusion of things as being more extreme than they really are in reality. It's really is just his own rambling stream of consciousness though. LMAO
It's kinda cringe tbh. He trys too hard to be smart and deep. He makes life too complicated. But I got alot of respect for him tho
Jesus Christ what a mind! Complete philosopher yet extremely vulnerable & dramatic. I loved this interview because nowadays you don’t really see people expose everything they are. He’s so genuine & that touches my soul. God bless you Brother!
I will m ok t even comment just like yours n keep it moving
You probably don't have bad intentions and maybe don't realize it, but please don't take Our Lord's Name in vain. Have a good day. PS Rodney Mullen is the man!
RapidCycling07 I don’t... it’s the most powerful name you can say. I believe it & I respect it. You have a good one also 😊🙏🏻.
@@RapidCycling07 Don't tell other people what to do. It creates a very bad name for Christians, and you're causing more harm than good. Your moral obligation is to obey that rule yourself, not to try and force other people to obey it.
It took me some time to get used to the way he talks, but man, he is so real. I never comment, but this video got me.
Pink addicta same! It was so soothing though I had to keep listening and I’m so glad I did! The ending was insane ♥️
kristin sullivan I like how you can tell he takes time, pause, and then speaks so he doesn’t waste words he completes the thought before he says it. It takes a lot to do thatz
It's not everyday you hear someone be so honest and vulnerable and self-deprecating. If I didn't know who he was I might be uncomfortable or call him an "over-sharer"
if skateboarding was a language it would deff be rodneys first
@TomBilyeu - Next level interviewing skills - you let Rodney finish his complicated thoughts, validate that you understand the premise, and then follow up with perfect pointed related questions. Rodney is no doubt amazing and you did an equally amazing job at drawing him out. Strong work!!
A true word smith.
"I'm honored and fortunate that I came when there was a blank canvas and so I'm given credit, thank you - I appreciate it, I do. but the joy I get, that i could create some of the vocabulary for others to express themselves.. that gives me a connectedness. I think a lot of skaters are outsiders, I think a lot of us are outsiders, even at least in some way."
"Skaters, I think they tend to be outsiders. Who seek a sense of belonging, but belonging on their own terms" another one of his outsiders quotes that always hits me very different.
I think Rodney Mullen may be the coolest dude that ever lived.
Not really but yeah
Rodney Mullen is a huge dork but he forced the world to accept him through his dedication and skill. He was never trying to be cool he was just trying to be Rodney Mullen. So he's not really cool in the classic sense but he is zen af and an absolute visionary
@@BillBillson69420 and that's what makes him so cool.
@@Are_Pee_Gee yes, in my opinion that is the definition of cool.
I think it might be better to say Rodney Mullen is truly Rodney Mullen. He wears no masks, hides behind nothing and is simply himself. Very refreshing!
I kept waiting for the gold to stop spewing out of Rodney's mouth so I could pause and go make supper, but it just never happened. This dude's awesome.
That's Rodney for you.
That made me laugh out loud, that's so on point.
This
Well said
This might be my favorite human being
Listening to him talk is just as fascinating as watching him skate!
Seriously!!! I feel like he is a professor talking about skateboard theory or something!!! He is so down to earth
@@MRREE-zw6xches autistic and super smart
I’ve got a severe foot deformation and I’m trying to learn to skate. I’ve been in love with skating for my entire life and I’m finally done with sitting on my ass watching skate vids and hanging up boards on my wall. Rodney is my inspiration and I’m 16 so I’ve got a lot left in the tank. Love you Rodney!
Yes sir!!
Let's goooooooo!
What kind of deformation? I got a bunion that i thought would stop me but i started
Use it to your advantage! I’ve seen some people before that had unique disabilities and pulled of some insane tricks that nobody else could. Your imagination is the only limit!
Amber S my foot is severely pronates and the bones have fused together causing limited mobility and flexibility.
Rodney Mullen is a artist of life. ONE OF A KIND!
This man is so amazingly intuitive. He gained a higher conscience over most humans. He is so relaxed and wise.
Relaxed? He is really nervous with people and being in the spotlight. When he was younger he was crippled with shyness and could not talk to people at all. It's awesome to hear him open up, but I wouldn't say he's relaxed.
*consciousness
@@lomarsweed6604 ty
This might be the best thing on TH-cam.
"Might"? Please, get your head checked.
Seriously. I‘m baffled. Just heard of this guy yesterday :)
Corpsi I‘m serious. 😆 not everyone is part of the skateboard world...
@@banzobeans i hate you
@@starfireprincess I'm your father... doctor evil... Can i have a hug?
I respect that he's humble. Not pretending, actually humble.
Best way to interview: Let him speak. Great job!! Not once was interrupted. Kudos
Winning by not winning... "It's hollow..." I could listen to him all day. SMILE.
This episode honestly hit me so deep. What he said in the end summed it up so greatly. To just do things for the sake of doing them and watch how they shape you. That impacted me so much to just wanna go out and enjoy the process with what I’m doing not for trophies, awards or recognition, but to do it because I wanna be a better man and person and have some kind of impact on someone and be able to connect with them.
Truly beautiful episode and very incredible man. Thank you Tom for being just as real by getting to his level and asking the questions you did. It also showed how real and down to earth you truly are.
It's true, though. I spend more time worrying about who or what I am rather than just doing things and mastering them. Until you try your best you'll never know what you even really want.
agreed my friend!
Haha!
Ed Oracle DBA good observation and yeah he really does!
One of his best quotes is "There's an intrinsic value in creating something for the sake of creating it." I'm not one for writing quotes down or displaying them, but that is stamped on my brain ever since I heard it. Dude's an inspiration in so many ways.
Rodney Mullen voice give me such a strong feeling of "everything will be alright". Everything happens through pain and you cannot run from it are 2 iron rules of our existence. The best thing we can do is to understand pain, accept it and change our perspective about it -> from something to avoid to something we have to experience if we want a successful process.
Yes!! You described it perfectly. I wasn't sure what I felt while listening, but it was exactly like "it will be alright,don;t worry". I got emotional few times... great guest!
It's super rare to see someone so passioned about the process, about what he is offering to the world. He basically changed the entire show because I think Tom asked 3 maybe 4 questions including the last one about the impact.
I've noticed that too. I didn't even notice it was the end of the show, because Tom said almost nothing. Amazing! 3-4 questions, but so much value! Only Tom can do it
redMonkey I too lost my collected self a couple of times........ oh man the feelyy feels!
I'm not sure I fully agree. I think his life story means to not be ashamed of pain. If I understand you correctly you say that pain shouldn't be avoided. But I disagree. Pain exists to tell us what to avoid.
Rodney talks about two pains from what I understood. The pain from family during childhood. And the pain from his hip. In both cases he didn't consciously choose those pains. If I'm not mistaken what he did was to use the pain for his own benefit ONCE he had no other choice. He said he was desparate.
I don't think it's a good idea to get into desperate situations on purpose to become the greatest. This is how most people abuse drugs and other stuff like that.
What do you think?
The passion you can hear in his voice, the focus on what’s real and what actually matters in life, the openness of his pain... just legendary! So inspiring and refreshing in a world focused largely on vanity and material wealth! Bless you Mr. Mullen, May you skate on into eternity! 🤙🏼
Totally agree, your comment made me tear up
I always tear up at some point when I hear Rodney speak. He was one of my favorite pros as a kid. Back then I had no Idea what an amazing human he is.
The sound of his voice makes me immediately emotional like nothing else.
I agree man, I loved watching him but definitely as an adult I love listening to him wish I would have heard it 10 years earlier, he's always been so wise and humble
society usually make fun of autistic people when these people got amazing mind.they just learn things differently.a lot of pioneer and inventor are autistic or similar spectrum.
I 2nd that SO HARD. My thoughts exactly.
There can only be one GOAT. when i comes to skateboarding, Rodney is the man. its not even debatable
At 47 I still skateboard. I can't express how much 4wheels and a board has meant to my life. Do you want to understand the meaning of 'tenacity'? And then there's this little interview... 4mins in and I'm crying- it doesn't stop until it's over. I feel shaken and stirred. This was EXACTLY what I needed to hear- not this year, this month, or this week, but today. Rodney has a soul and honesty that most will never be aware of, yet alone achevie in their present incarnation. ...any thing else I say will reduce my sentiment. Listen to Buddha, and hopefully, learn. Thank you both, *A.
Andrew Moore Just turned 56.. still push around; the feeling never dies.
No Doubt... 41 and as soon as I’m standing sideways flowin on the concrete, I’m 14 again and all the stress & worries of this world start to disappear for a while. When they start to creep back in... jump on the board, strap on the headphones and repeat. Amen 🙏🏼
It's all hard work and imagination.
The only barrier in improving is believing in yourself.
Follow me on instagram guys! I got a handful of videos on it but will be uploading more things soon, had a swollen ankle but will be active real soon.
IG: Anthox_1
Jumped back on a board after 9 years and depression. This made me cry to. So much feelings. Skate or die seems like a legit thing to me now...
I started crying near the end of the video because what Mullen said hit so deep into the core of the amalgamation of apathy and self hatred that i have become... fuuuck.. i need to start letting myself fall in love with the things that shape me.
Helton Gutzeit Hanns well said Hanns thanks for your post, I to felt that to from his video and your comment made me release I have then same thoughts on apathy and I now will change for the better :)!
I hope youre well on to a new positive road now
When we live to love, we love to live
almost a year since your comment. hope you have been successful in coming around.
and don't beat yourself up too hard. life, society, and the day to day can be really toxic without your even realising it.
read RM's autobiographical book The Mutt. the refresher will likely do you a world of good : - >
Perfectly said man. Experienced the same thing. I started welling up hard. Need to get back to the joy of the things I love and stop being so harsh and judgemental of myself.
I am struggling with depression, and not only what he says, but how he does it makes me feel alive! Dream on Rodney!
Pick up on skateboarding! And Cruz the horizon and be free
I think everyone suffers with depression. Depression is the lack of worthwhile pursuit. Find you anchor and keep doing it. I found skateboarding at age of 31.
I cannot even explain how much my friends and I looked up to this guy as a kid. He is and always will be my favorite skater.
Rodney's actual Soul is speaking can you hear it.
He's still alive idiot
star fire are you joking lmao
The soul is that eternal fire existing in everyone
So gay bro
@@thehealthylife5715 It´s ok to be gay, just don´t be a leftist.
Of all the Impact Theory episodes I've watched, this one is my #1. I'll watch it again and again. This guy's genuine. There's no fluff here at all, no sales pitch, no bs. Already shared this on Twitter. Interestingly, this inspires me to be the type of man Impact Theory wants to have on their show. I'm prior USAF/Army, been "signed" to a few record labels...stumbled, fell, stood up over and over again. After an extended period of being a shadow of myself, I am standing once again. Thanks Tom, you've awoken the phoenix with this one.
Love that! Keep after it!
There is something about Rodney's presence and the way he is! This man is so much more than I ever thought he was!! So grateful to hear his words and more of his story and views on life.
Same here man, this it's a surprise for me, much more than a incredible skater.
This is a tough interview to conduct. This reminds me of the Darryl “DMC” McDaniels interview. Tom's interview skills, knowing when to let the guest speak and what two or three words to say to keep them going after a story, are remarkable. Being able to not make the interview about yourself, and get the most from the guest for your audience, is a subtle skill that Tom has mastered.
No, he just didn't understand Mullen. He drops a poetic speech well constructed and amazing. This gimp just goes "yeah" and launches in to the nest journalistic question. The guy is a fucking chump.
@ Wooosh
This is so true and I admire that about him. I try to study and watch how he does this so I can hopefully quite this skill to. Even if it just in moments when I actually need it
28:12: "ultimately, i just want to be a good man, you know?". Can you name the last nobel prize winners and olympians right ? but you can name the 5th grade teacher that believed in you. The people that you touch singularly.. that's a bigger test in a way"
That hit me so fucking hard
@@elpato154 As a 7th grade teacher... yeah dude, me too.
What a great ambassador to skateboarding. He deserves more mainstream recognition.
hes had it. he doesnt like the lime light attention. ..i can totally respect that. skateboarding is a artform and some choose to do it for themselves, not to gain recognition.
It's as if Jesus came back, didn't realize he was Jesus, and got real heavy into skateboarding.
Except Jesus was a douche
He carred the cross nollie flipped it to casper slide across the red sea.
Switch tre flip out.
Empty Cloud lmao
@@romancandlefight1144 I've got fantastic news: you're going to get the opportunity to tell him that yourself one day.
Jesus would not listen to death metal.
I’m watching the video and i’m thinking that i just have to write comment (which i almost never do) Tom! That interview is sacred, it’s like you have found some kind of pricless gift. I’m listening this guy and he is so sincere, so humble, i’m having a feeling like - i just want to listen to him over and over. It’s like i’m listening Bruce Lee! Every word is carefuly chosen and wise. I can’t describe the whole thing - it is just priceless! Good job Tom!
That's what I thought too! It's like a rare great person, just an amazing point of view he has.
Rodney is such an amazing dude. He has a TED talk that is awesome too. He is always like this. Cares for every word that comes out. Shows in his skating too. Such an amazing human.
Came for the skateboarding tips interview, found peace within myself instead
F'real. Not an exaggeration, at all.🤙🏾🙏🏾
I've had goosebumps the whole time. What a philosopher.
So true
Everytime mullen talks it inspires me. My favorite quote of his is
"Skaters, I think they tend to be outsiders. Who seek a sense of belonging, but belonging in their own terms" that's always hit me hard
ima bout to start the video i hope this will enlighten my soul and mindset
Rodney Mullen, You area hero.
Eloquent - loving - dedicated - compassionate .
No better role model
what a human being... its stories make tears flowns from my eyes
Why did I only just come across this Rodney Mullen interview now..........
It was new when you commented?
Why did my friend just show me this now....😆🔥🤣❤️
...or now
Why am I just coming across it NOW?
@@Bryant.Defiant ikr?
The way Tom Bilyeu put himself into the interview, realy and truly interested about all kind of knowledge he get in touch with, with all the people he met... is absolutely amazing!!! You inspire us to know more and more, without judging, just absorbing. Fantastic job Tom!!! Thank you!!! :D
Thank you for your kind words!!
@ exactly! He don't seem understand nothing about... He DON'T understand! That's why he ASK things... To know, to understand. That's why I like him. Cause he's not a professional talk show man. 😉😊
I’m not a skater but this guy is a true legend in humanity! Not only skating but also being a human! That’s why he was gifted with his skating ability’s his beautiful brain and his beautiful character can see things we could never! He is truly a legend
GOLDFATHER OF HUMANITY 😇
So much reasons to feel and be better around the passion of skateboarding, and more... Rodney Mullove
I don't know why people are criticizing Tom's responses or lack of. Rodney was comfortable and he just needs a prompt to talk at length and go deep on his own. He doesn't need the interviewer to heap praise on each thought or rehash it or get all bubbly. And clearly Tom respects and admires him, the intro and outro were gushing enough. I really liked this interview, even if it was atypical. A solid dose of Rodney, whom i adore and exchanged letters with when i was going through shitty times. he's a real treasure.
"when you get what you thought you wanted, the fire goes out"
such a true statement and something I've struggled to get my head around all of my life
Skate Yoda.
More like Skate Revan
no.hes more similar to bruce lee.a pioneer, innovative and very very philosophical
Yez, I agree sirs
Do or do, there is no do not
@@jackbotman did .. Mullen
Greatest participation on Impact Theory. And something it needs to be said is...Tom is a really good interviewer because, alongside good questions, he really mastered the art of listening.
He is a real man down to earth the most intune with the masses as a whole. One of the deepest speakers I've ever heard talk. Something I need to work on to be as happy as he is with himself cause at the end of the day who are you and what do you want to be at the end of it all.
Wow. My whole life I’ve been in awe of this guys skating style. Just realized I’ve never heard him speak. This is him?!? I love this so much
*"It's such a gift to be able to look at something and love it for the sake of it"*
If you can find a love towards something that is pure and separated from the ego, hold onto it. Because then there's a decreased chance that your pathologies will get in the way of it, and you increase the chance of sticking to it because you'll feel like you're in the service of something bigger than yourself.
Dude spent a lot of time in solitude. He knows what he knows. Respect to the highest.
the best thing about this video is there is no background music, therefore his inspiring voice is touching to heart...every word is throwing impact....great man
I don't even skateboard, but I stop to listen to Rodney any time I see his face. His template for existence is helping me think so much more clearly about my own path. Bless you, Rodney and Tom for giving us this interview.
I owe some of the best moments in my life to this man. The pure bliss landing some of his tricks he has given us has been nothing short of magical
Dude, this guy is so genuine. I can only imagine what he had to go through to be able to over-come being so introverted to be able to communicate so effectively. If he wasn’t so genuine, he would come off and trigger every button of fake-ness. He’s so intense but that’s what it takes to be as excellent as he is. I think obsession is the only path to excellence of his level. I have so much respect for this guy...
That cracked me up🤣anybody else would sound so fake but hes as real as one can be
Rare, rare is the capacity to be so completely open, vulnerable and real. Astonishing seems somehow insufficient. Thanks for this.
WOW ...Rodney embodies a rare and beautiful expression of balanced manhood. His deep understandings and wisdom about the purpose of challenge, success & striving for higher levels of achievement is rare and inspiring. Beyond being a great inspiration to many, Rodney's reflections about his journey of manhood shows he is an amazing role model for men and boys and for those people who are fortunate enough to meet him beyond the other great achievements of his life. Thanks so much for this interview and for your persistence in inviting Rodney onto your channel.
Balanced manhood?
I think everyone can take away something from this episode and amazing man. Even girls and women, that s just how amazing his message and him as a person are!
@@salvadorreyes1337 yeah what is that lol
This was a shot of light in humanity's heart. Thank you, Rodney. People say "don't meet your heroes", but we can see here an exception.
I met him at a time in my life when he was my skateboarding hero. I'm happy to report that he made an impression on me that stayed with me for my entire life since. A truly decent man
Thank you for publishing Rodney Mullen and allowing the space for his ideas. You must realize that people with a deep generosity, like Mr. Mullen are not only a source of income for you and your staff, but a public good that must be respected.
The way he talks is like a flowing river of genuine emotion and wisdom
Back in the 80s when I worshipped Rodney, I just thought people had talent. Then I heard about him training for 8, 9, 10 hours straight, DAILY. Yes he's got talent, but his amazing perseverance is so much more important. Truly inspirational!
You are so right! It’s too easy to go out there and look for the easy ride and delude self into believing into accepting it was enough, when deep down we end up beating ourselves because we’re not in the place where we want to truly be. Got to grind it out, make it your mantra, keep refining the vision until it becomes real - but be prepared to embrace fear, failure and suffering because the love for what you do should be the extension of your true self. Search deep to be free and fight passionately in your quest for excellence
Incredible interview.
It’s cool seeing you here. Love your videos bro
Fighting back tears the whole time. What a beautiful and inspiring dude.
This brings me to tears. Amazing to see how one can develop spiritually by doing what you sincerely love. Enlightenment can be felt through joy.
"Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain." -Joseph Campbell
So proud to be a skater and have had Rodney's influence in my life, since I was a child up to the present. Hero.
Same he was a skate idle when i was young now a life mentor it seems. I was out and down and at the emd of my rope and Rodney's speakings have. Helped me a lot and balance crap out.
This made me cry. I rarely cry. The story of him meeting the dying child and feeling out of his depth, but have the kid embrace him as his hero was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Then when Rodney mentioned not knowing the name of an Olympian but knowing the name of a school teacher, that caused the tears to keep coming. From a young age Rodney has captivated me and although I don't really like the concept of heroes, I have ALWAYS looked up to him and strived to be like him. What an incredible person.
Why did I get so teary watching him getting all emotional? I don't know what it is I love so much about Rodney. He just seems so good hearted and likeable.
I'm a 60 year old Brit who knows next to nothing about skateboarding. I don't know how i ended up here and i'd never even heard of this guy up until now but i like the way he looks at things and expresses them. When he was talking about getting rid of his trophies he mentioned 'the 'living' trophy'...yep , that's the real thing alright. That's the thing he can take to his dying day. A genuine fella with real SOUL. Respect mate.
Listening to him speaking really therapeutic.
I am glad that I happened to know skateboarding in my childhood.
Thank you, Rodney.
He gets so much respect but when you really listen to him and how he speaks its like a good conversation with someone you know personally. Yeah the kickflip changed skateboarding but the understanding and wisdom he has to offer is a bigger deal imo. I skate and its the only thing that makes me happy anymore and when times seem dark people like rodney motivate me to push thru my pain and my problem. Thanks man, and i hope if anyone else is here to find inspiration to persevere good luck with everything you got this!
I feel the same! I been depressed for years and got back on a board after 9 years and haven't been happier. Gave up drinking and smoking weed. Riding a board makes me feel more accomplished and a person then drugs do. It help find myself again!!! I was at the end of my rope. And Rodney's talkings have really helped me out
@@MRREE-zw6xc fuck yeah dude i still smoke weed but only at night after ive worked and skated for the day. Keep going man i hope you stay happy and healthy! Add me on IG javajavajcup😊
@@jacobhiers thanks dude support helps and yeah some weed does hella help relax the muscles n mind at the end of the day! And fosho ill save it. I been on a social media break for a bit now also lol
People like you are what makes the skate community amazing
@@amdyn123 love ya g ❤️
Wow, how could you not cry watching this. This is what life is about. I learned so much about what is real and what is important in life from this interview. This goes way beyond skateboarding and goes into the very fiber of who we are as people and why we do what we do in life. So powerful.
"living trophy" holy crap. i've never been into awards and accolades myself, yet could never articulate why. yet to see someone, a complete stranger even, thriving on something you did, taught, wrote, pioneered... that's it exactly.
what else is amazing about RM & his story: it's not just about skating. it is skating, yet it could be linux, lacrosse, or even needlepoint. it's so profound as to be universal across any endeavor, any love.
I’ve never listened so intently, what a soul!!
Love Rodney, his words and demeanor. not contrived, not hiding. honest integrity, and Love , passion, and pain! and Jiddu Krishnamurti is good reading for any of us, IMO!
what a gentle soul, and decent man
A great man
just decent, just decent. LOL
I didn’t think I was gonna vibe with this one. But he’s so rich in spirit and has such depth of character. Such beautiful passion.
You may never see this but you’ve instilled self belief in thousands of kids and that legacy is beautiful. Thank you, Mr. Mullen
Trauma drives him, genius liberates him, egolessness sustains him. What a beautiful human!
Such a profound and beautiful human being. God bless you Rodney Mullen.
Rodney is such a gem. A truly beautiful mind and an incredible inspirational person, who brought skateboarding to another level. I could easily listen to him for hours. He's so humble and peaceful and lighten up something inside each of us. That mentor and friend most people need in life. The fact it comes down to skateboarding being the tool to expression, mental balance, community, inner peace and life itself for many people couldn't be explained better than by the one who masters this art to perfection and without doubt will be THE best ever on a skateboard (yes you will!). It's an incredible experience to see how he has gone through at least 3 stages; the young and innocent kid struggling through life taking the world with surprise, the older more autonome character still doing what he loves, perfecting a new level of life when creating street skating into a form we still enjoy up till today, to his older now being extremely wise and thoughtful teaching us the whole progress he has been through. The guy really hides something we'll probably never see, but all of us surely know in some sort. It's impressive but also kind of sad. The man is telling the truth with tears in his eyes!! How often do you come across that?! Even when the interviewer, Tom, is openly speechless you know it's deep. A huge respect and a big thank you Rodney! We love you. Your struggle has created soo much more than you could imagine. We owe you everything! Looking soo much forward to follow you for many more years!
Fucking AMEN
Beautifully spoken my friend
From 22:02 until the end, I've watched about eight times. How he talks about "the most humbling" experience and Make A Wish. I get transfixed to his perspective. When he says "I'm honored", I 100% believe him. I also thought it was great when he said, about social media, "my manager posts that crap" and Tom and the crew laugh. This was one of the most profound talks I've heard. Thank you Tom and Impact Theory crew.
That really is the one thing I get from him above all else that makes me respect him so much is that he seems 100% genuine and honest, through and through, which is a rare quality for a person to have.
An amazing human
The best interviews are the hosts staying silent. Well done.
From a mutt to a King. Rodney was my inspiration to skate. He gave me tools to unlock my own joy on a board and I will forever be grateful.
So much passion. Its incredible. I have so much love for Rodney, and I've never met him. Strangely enough though, he's been a part of my life since I was a little kid. I'm so grateful that he chose skateboarding as his tool for survival. It became mine too. Being free on my skateboard helped me get through the toughest parts of my life. And Rodney was my inspiration right from the start. And back then, we were dirt poor. So I was always waiting for the day that I could get my magazine or movie rental so I could get the next scoop. It kept the fire raging in my heart. Those memories are what I hold onto to keep me going. He's right. We all have our story, our thing that we hold onto that keeps us pushing forward. The use of our pain as a tool to strive to the next level. To keep going and becoming stronger as we go... Brilliance. I can't help but be choked up with tears and a lump in my throat in a good way, when I hear him speaking. I do really feel connected to him even though we are hundreds of miles apart and I've only seen him on screen.
I remember the first time I seen him skate. He was light years beyond anyone. Free style was never cool but Rodney was beyond that crap. No one ever told me he was this zen master of life. I’m 42 years old and I want to be Rodney Mullen when I grow up.
Always have loved Rodney, but didn't realize how incredibly awesome he truly is.. Thanks for being you Rodney
The gift of being easily amused 😄 ❤️🔥🕊
That make a wish story made this grown man cry. Rodney is so inspirational and such a great speaker. Like a Buddhist, who's got unspeakable knowledge and wisdom.
His sincerity and emotions...just goosebumps all over my body...
Rodney was the reason I skated, thought he was fascinating. I now want to restart again at 31, I've not skated since I was around 15 and after seeing some skaters regularly I all of a sudden missed it. Didnt realise so many others are feeling the same lol
I skated from 5 to 20 then diddnt step on a board for 22 years and started again at 42. I dont care about the tricks anymore but just love cruising around and getting the exercise. I have always loved the culture though even when I diddnt skate.
His passion for life, skating, and authenticity literally spilling out of my phone. Dude is one of a kind
Among probably so many things, Mullen is part skateboarder, part philosopher. Dude is deep
This interview brought me to tears. A man with a burning passion to break through the barriers of reality, successfully achieving it, and being the godfather of his craft, chooses that his top priority in life is to be a good man. I cannot begin to express how incredible I think that is, and it motivates me to continue to strive to be a good man, and reinforces my desire to do so. Thank you, Rodney - for both opening the field of our shared greatest passion in life, and for inspiring me with your wisdom.
Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how good of a listener he is... Mullen talks straight for almost the whole interview, that's real interviewing, thank you, great great great content