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PAUL RODRIGUEZ: Brando's World of X | X Games

This week on Brando's World of X, host Brandon Graham was able to grab skateboarder Paul Rodriguez for an almost hour-long conversation.

The model for the modern skateboard professional, P-Rod's career started at an early age and included top competition placings, impressive video parts and signature endorsements from both corporate and core sponsors. Instead of being labeled a sellout, P-Rod managed his ascent through skateboarding with modesty, respect for other skateboarders (including his top competitors) and an unbridled work ethic.

He's skated for the top brands, he's held an esteemed spot on Nike SB for almost 20 years, and he's now branching out into new territory, with his brand Primitive and a new outlet: acting.

Wanna know more? Press play, sit back and listen.

Gui Khury: World's First Skateboarding 1080 on Vert! | World of X Games

Gui Khury became the first skateboarder in history to land a 1080 on a vert ramp! The Brazilian #XGames athlete is only 11 years old.

Video footage acquired from Gui Khury's parents, May 8, 2020.

Gui Khury's Instagram: https://instagram.com/gui_khury

DON PENDLETON: Brando's World Of X | X Games

The skate world was largely introduced to the art of Don Pendleton through his prolific 7-year run at Alien Workshop. The likes of Rob Dyrdek, Heath Kirchart, Danny Way, Jason Dill, Steve Berra and many more all lent their names to Pendleton's skateboard artwork through Alien Workshop. More recently, Pendleton created a run of skateboard decks for Paul Rodriguez's Primitive brand.

If you're not a skate rat from the late '90s/early '00s and you have no idea what Alien Workshop is, you've probably encountered Pendleton's artwork through his many endeavors outside of skateboarding. Pendleton has worked on projects ranging wide and far from Pearl Jam album covers to music posters for bands such as Primus, The Pixies and Flight of The Conchords. But that's not all: murals in West Virginia, Vans shoes, beer cans and eclectic enamel pins all adorn the artwork of Don Pendleton. And of course, there's us at X Games too.

A few years ago, X Games tapped Pendleton to design a t-shirt graphic for X Games Minneapolis. Don obliged, then returned this year to design the medals for X Games Real Street. With the launch of Real Street quickly approaching, Brando's World of X caught up with Don at home to discuss his artistic roots, working with Rob Dyrdek and what goes into designing an original medal for X Games.

Look for more of Don's artwork here: https://www.instagram.com/pendledon/

Behind The Scenes: REAL STREET 2020 | World of X Games

Go behind the scenes with Real Street 2020 athlete Dakota Servold and former Real Street competitor Aaron "Jaws" Homoki as they search for spot, get the clip and edit on the spot.

Real Street 2020: VIDEOS DROP MAY 11 | World of X Games

X Games Real Street 2020 videos drop at http://XGames.com/RealStreet and on the X Games YouTube channel on May 11. Invited athletes include Kevin Bækkel, Clive Dixon, Jamie Foy, Dakota Servold, Franky Villani and Chase Webb, all debuting a new 60-second edit of footage.

Videos drop on May 11. Tune in to ESPN2 on May 16 to find out who won gold, silver and bronze. Fan favorite voting winner will be announced on May 18.

RYAN SHECKLER: Brando's World Of X | X Games

From deep in quarantine land, Brando's World of X catches up with X Games veteran skateboarding prodigy Ryan Sheckler, who rocketed to international stardom at age 13 after winning gold in Skateboard Park in 2003 at X Games. Now a respected ambassador of street skateboarding, Ryan Sheckler has done it all, from MTV shows to more X Games medals to insane gaps. Stuck at home during quarantine, Sheckler virtually invited Brando in for an impromptu house tour and a frank discussion about the state of skate affairs circa 2020. What can we expect from Ryan Sheckler in 2020? Watch and learn.

Game of Skate 2014: FULL BROADCAST | World of X Games

In 2014, eight of the world’s best skateboarders descended on ESPN campus in Bristol, Connecticut for the inaugural Game of Skate. No MegaRamp, no massive concrete bowls or 12-stair handrails or even simple ledges to grind. Instead, they faced off in a head-to-head, trick-for-trick contest on a flat stretch of ground, as skateboarders have done for as long as any of them can remember.

The game, based on the basketball-court classic H-O-R-S-E, has long been a staple at playgrounds and skateparks. It was formalized in 2003 for the Eric Koston éS Game of S.K.A.T.E at the former Action Sports Retailer (ASR) industry trade show in San Diego and turned into a pro tour soon after.

The basic rules are simple: The offensive skater tries a trick. If he lands it, the defensive skater also has to land it; if he misses, the next skater becomes the offensive skater. If the defensive skater misses a trick, he gets a letter. First to spell S-K-A-T-E is out.

Invited skaters included: Nyjah Huston, Chris Cole, P.J. Ladd, Shane O’Neill, Billy Marks, Tom Asta, Miek Mo Capaldi and Brandon Westgate. This is the full broadcast.

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RENE RINNEKANGAS: Brando's World of X | X Games

Fresh off his Real Snow 2020 gold medal and fan favorite win, Rene "The People's Champ" Rinnekangas sat down with X Games host Brandon "Brando" Graham to discuss all things Real Snow and beyond. Along the way, we're treated to an impromptu Rinnekangas house tour, along with some inside info on what Rene has planned for the rest of 2020. Enjoy the chat! And get well soon Rene!

Danny Way Beyond Measure: FULL BROADCAST | World of X Games

Watch the full episode from the ABC World of X Games broadcast of "Danny Way Beyond Measure," featuring Danny Way, the skateboarder who introduced the concept of the MegaRamp and jumped the Great Wall of China, on his quest to pick up a new world record.

Tampa Pro 2020: FULL BROADCAST | World of X Games

The world’s best professional skateboarders descend on Skatepark of Tampa for the 26th Annual Tampa Pro, the most legendary contest in skateboarding. Nyjah Huston, Shane O’Neill, Ishod Wair, Yumeka Oda and so many more. But the Pro weekend is about a whole lot more than just a bunch of tricks and scores, it’s the celebration of skateboarding at its very best. Experience it all right here.