A skateboard can be more than just a piece of wood and wheels. It can be a gateway to confidence, community, and connection. Mac Premo knows this firsthand, and his work with Stoked has shown him the transformative power of teaching kids to ride.

In this energizing conversation, host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Mac Premo to hear about his experiences engaging with youth through skateboarding and creative community building. Mac shares a memorable story about distributing skateboards to kids and teaching them their first tricks, from popping their first ollie to finding their balance. He talks about the pure joy and confidence that comes when a young person masters a new skill, and why those moments of achievement matter far beyond the skatepark.

The conversation explores how skateboarding serves as more than just a sport. It's a tool for connection, a way to build supportive environments where kids feel encouraged to try, fail, and try again. Mac discusses the importance of hands-on experiences in youth development and how Stoked creates spaces where small victories are celebrated and every kid feels seen. Whether it's learning to drag your foot for that perfect ollie or simply showing up and being part of a community, these experiences build lasting confidence and inspire young people to keep pushing forward.

If you're passionate about youth empowerment, community engagement, or the power of action sports to change lives, this episode will remind you why showing up and teaching matters. Tune in to hear Mac's inspiring stories and discover how skateboarding can open doors you never expected. Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations that matter.

Chapters:

00:00 Creative Connections and Collaborations

00:34 Legacy and Lessons: Parenting Through Creativity

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