This month we got to talk to one of tattooing's true originals Jonathan Shaw,Born in New York but raised in Los Angeles Jonathan had a huge range of artistic influences from very early on. He began writing as his self expression and it was on

Episode 022 - Eddy Fretwell

Feb 29th, 2024 59m 20s

This month we got the opportunity to talk to another british tattoo legend, Eddy Fretwell.Eddy started tattooing in 1963. He bought his first machine from Bill Wesby a tattooist and coal miner for £3.50.He traveled all over England tattooing

Episode 021 - Pat Nunziata

Oct 31st, 2023 1h

After a summer break we are back with a bang talking to New York legend Pat Nunziata.Pat started tattooing in the 60's in the basement of his mums house in New York.He bought his first machines from Walter Moskowitz after passing his shop on

Episode 020 - Brian Angel

May 31st, 2023 54m 53s

This months episode is with the brilliant Brian Angel.Brian got his first tattoo in 1965 from the legendary King Arthur Bishop. Shortly after Brian began tattooing himself working on his squadie mates. He has traveled and tattooed all over eng

Episode 019 - Bill Loika

Feb 28th, 2023 57m 36s

This month we called the great Bill Loika at his home in Amsterdam.Bill, originally from America, started tattooing in the 70's. He's worked alongside incredible historical figures like Tattoo Peter and Jack Armstrong.In this episode we talk

Episode 018 - Jeff Jaguer

Jan 31st, 2023 1h 6m

We are back this month with the brilliant rascal Jeff Jaguer.Jeff was born in Newport South Wales in the 40's. He later joined the merchant navy and travelled all around the world getting his first tattoo in a doorway in India. When he return

Episode 017 - Harry Potter

Aug 31st, 2022 1h 1m

When we first started the podcast there was one name at the top of our list, Harry Potter.Harry started tattooing in 1952 hand poking tattoos aboard a navy ship. Once back on dry land he bought his first machines from the legendary George Bur

Episode 016 - Rick Harnowski

Jul 24th, 2022 1h

We are back this month after a break with a new episode featuring the great Rick HarnowskiRick has been tattooing since the late 60's, after moving to America from Poland his tattoo career really took off.He's tattooed at the opening of the

Episode 015 - Fat Bob

Feb 28th, 2022 59m 14s

This episode is with Ipswich legend Fat Bob.Fat Bob's path into tattooing was through his family, he soon set up his studio on a boat and began building his reputation as the finest floating tattooist in England.We appreciate Bob's commitme

Episode 014 - Dave Turner

Jan 31st, 2022 1h 11m

This episode was recorded in Newcastle, England with the geordie charmer Dave Turner.Dave has been tattooing for over 5 decades, his career has taken him on some wild adventures and his knowledge of tattoo history in Newcastle and the surroun

Episode 013 - Mark Mahoney

Jan 9th, 2022 1h 22m

This month we went to the Mandrake Hotel in London to talk to the ultra charismatic Mark Mahoney.Mark's best known for his beautiful black and grey work but that's not how he started out! You'll hear all about his early career and everything

Episode 012 - Marvin Moskowitz

Nov 29th, 2021 58m 49s

We were lucky enough this month to talk to the marvellous Marvin Moskowitz.Marvin is a third generation tattooist from New York City, his Grandfather, Father and Uncle all tattooed on the Bowery which is a stones throw away from where this wa

Episode 011 - Mike McCabe

Oct 25th, 2021 1h 11m

This month takes us to America, we were fortunate enough to sit down in New York and talk to the mighty Mike McCabe.Mike started tattooing in the late 70's with guidance from Richard Tyler. His love for tattooing extends outside of it as a pr

Episode 010 - Dave Heap

Aug 31st, 2021 1h 31m

This months episode comes to you from the heart of Lancashire and the pioneer that is Dave Heap.Dave's career started in the 60's, he quickly developed a style so bold and unique it was instantly recognisable. We talked about his letters overs

Episode 009 - Ken Rivers

Jul 29th, 2021 56m 4s

Recorded amongst a collection of old photos and memorabilia we bring you episode 9 with Ken Rivers.Ken began his tattoo journey in the 70's working from home, he soon decided he wanted more and opened his first shop in Watford. He immersed him

Episode 008 - Tony 'The Ted' Tatum

May 31st, 2021 44m 42s

This month we celebrate the life of our dear friend and tattoo legend Tony 'The Ted' Tatum.Sadly Tony passed away on the 28th April, his impact on tattooing and the people he came into contact with was massive. Since the early 60's he tattooed

Episode 007 - Dave Ross

Apr 29th, 2021 59m 21s

This episode we traveled to Essex for a conversation with Dave Ross.Dave's been a huge part of tattooing in the Essex area since first picking up a machine in the 60's. Tattooing has taken Dave all around the world, traveling on boats and work

Episode 006 - Dawn Stevens

Mar 30th, 2021 32m 11s

In episode 6 we heard from Dawn Stevens.She has been involved in tattooing since the 70's, known for her award winning shoulder and back tattoo as well as being ahead of the curve towards fine line and 'feminine' tattoos that shaped the 80's s

Episode 005 - Eddie Hardiman

Feb 28th, 2021 1h 14m

Episode 5 presents Eddie Hardiman.In this episode we head up the country to the North East to meet Eddie Hardiman. Eddie started tattooing in the 1960's learning what he could from Ernie Franks in his caravan studio. Since then he has been a p

Episode 004 - Duncan x

Jan 31st, 2021 52m 53s

Episode 4 is with the prolific Duncan x.Duncan began tattooing in the mid 90's with some help from Dennis Cockell. Over time he developed a style so unique that it completely changed the landscape of tattooing.After almost 2 decades working a

Episode 003 - Brent Eggleton

Nov 29th, 2020 1h 3m

Episode 3 is with Brent Eggleton aka Brent of Dunstable.Brent has been tattooing since the 60's and was a huge part of organising the famous Dunstable Tattoo Convention which became the blueprint for every convention that followed.His career

Episode 002 - Paul Sayce

Oct 30th, 2020 1h 17m

In episode 2 we spoke to tattooist and tattoo artefact collector Paul Sayce.Paul tattooed in south London throughout the 80s/90s, he has travelled the world collecting and documenting tattoo history since the 70's and holds a world record for

Episode 001 - George Bone

Sep 28th, 2020 1h 12m

This episode is with London Legend George Bone.George is the owner of London's longest-running tattoo shop. We were lucky enough to sit down with George and hear about his incredible career. This episode was recorded in collaboration with Dan

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