Glen E. Friedman | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

Glen E. Friedman | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts - Episode 267

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Glen E. Friedman discusses getting into photography through skating, why his first published photo was a bail, starting to go to unground punk shows, producing Suicidal Tendencies first album, shooting his last roll of Kodachrome with Steve & Alex Olson, Tony Alva’s 21st birthday at the Dog Bowl, Shooting with the Beastie Boys & getting in with Def Jam Records, making his new movie and much more!
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Glen E. Friedman
00:03:08 Getting into photography through skating
00:11:00 Why his first published photo was a bail
00:15:34 Finding backyard pools
00:27:20 His first "real" camera
00:31:56 Starting to go to underground punk shows
00:50:30 Producing Suicidal Tendencies first album
00:54:03 Going to college
00:58:24 Integrity in photography
01:05:29 Shooting his last roll of kodachrome with Steve & Alex Olson
01:14:07 Tony Alva's 21st birthday at the Dog Bowl
01:16:19 Getting in with Def Jam Records
01:30:19 Making books
01:34:25 Rodney Mullen and modern day skating
01:57:34 Not an equipment guy
02:02:05 Shooting digital
02:13:32 Working on his new movie
Edited By: Tim Olson & Roger Bagley

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@arielwasxxx Жыл бұрын

Possibly the best interview the nine club has had.

@TheLurchReaper420 Жыл бұрын

If they would get him, Steve Olson and Mike V for a roundtable it would be the greatest thing since sliced bread.

@afauxican_american Жыл бұрын

@@TheLurchReaper420 this is the truth

@jessejessee5503 Жыл бұрын

They handled this one like the pros they fuckin are

@wildoafi3 Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@brendangreen6197 Жыл бұрын

By far

@brendonmasters Жыл бұрын

Glen is a stiff drink for this crew and I'm into it

@barrychills Жыл бұрын

Yeah man I hear that

@stewartlinton7825 Жыл бұрын

cause its fucking dogtown homie locals only hahaha no for real he speaks and im like yah the jay Adams we dream of is more than real and the inovation they where deffs doing disaster in the deep end and bs airs its fucking nutz man late 70s skating is gangster af

@brendangreen6197 Жыл бұрын

100%.

@ian_gee Жыл бұрын

I loved every second!

@BlueGoose29 Жыл бұрын

Friedman keeps it real, legit gripes

@boretapayne4358 Жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this kind of talk here, This guy embodies Real, Original, Authentic, Genuine, and Vision. I hope we get more of these kind of people in skateboarding to keep it the way it should be.

@javiermelendez1107 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@6arepo6 Жыл бұрын

For the last four decades this man has shaped the imagination and inspired a shit-ton of people all around the world, including me. I tip my hat to you Glen, don't worry about the generational gap. Your integrity and sound principles speak louder than words and somebody else, somewhere, sometime, will pick up the ball. Saludos form NW Italy, skater for life since 1985.

@anthonyv6962 Жыл бұрын

Glen is a straight legend and had the fortune to be at the start of a number of movements. More importantly he had the foresight to pick up his camera and document it. Photographing, skate, punk, hip hop, and the counter culture and had time to produce Suicidal Tendencies first album. A legend and a visionary. Need to get C. R. Steck on that would be a production.

@gtorphins Жыл бұрын

Amen💪

@alexanderakerlund7267 Жыл бұрын

DeepSkate©

@fabianbrennecke3293 Жыл бұрын

This is the best guest you ever had on your show! I wish there would be more people like him... Like he is a highly intelligent, critical, intellectual, punk, left thinker who stands behind the (normal) people, the community and the environment and just straight up calls out shit and tries to change it. (Of course, there're a lot of more people like him in this world but not really in skateboarding. Definitely more in Europe) Luckily and finally there's a new generation with a big following in skateboarding who represent some of the same values he has...like Gifted Hater. It's so important, especially at this time.

@donnieka696 Жыл бұрын

Funny you say that, because GH said he was (maybe) going to cover this episode in an upcoming video, and I doubt it's going to be flattering.

@themoog924 Жыл бұрын

He's really really jewy, absolutely 😞

@denm6651 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate this episode a lot. Glen is not only speaking his mind but is critical of things worthy of criticism.

@Alpha_Force81182 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nine Club for this the living legend, heroes and true contributor to our culture. Much love and respect from Philippines 🇵🇭

@jessedampolo Жыл бұрын

Glen is one of the key figures in the history of three different MAJOR subcultures in American history. Everything in pop culture is influenced in some way by hip-hop, skateboarding, or punk rock. Awesome episode.

@eaglebauer944 10 ай бұрын

@@shags3071 It actually is. Do your homework.

@kencrippyjr Жыл бұрын

One of the best I've seen in a long time. Brutally honest and real. Respect.

@LLusion Жыл бұрын

been WAITING for this episode!! Friedman is a legend!

@jereatsdrywall Жыл бұрын

For me, this was the most inspiring Nine Club interview yet.

@Raviolli Жыл бұрын

Brain emoji*

@209Twinz209 Жыл бұрын

Some of the 1st images of skating and punk rock I ever saw in life were shot by Glen. No joke, Glen. You're a legend bro.

@suhsiboy Жыл бұрын

By far one of the truest no holds barred interview! Glen E. Friedman I am inspired by your art, your convection, and integrity.

@ashleyphillips9481 Жыл бұрын

Damn I appreciate and respect the hell out of his old school perspective on todays skating. Glen E. is so rough around the edges that it’s refreshing to hear him speak so blunt and honest with the NY humor that ties it altogether. Phenomenal episode! Will definitely be purchasing a few of his books.

@BlueGoose29 Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say rough around the edges, more like refined and honed in

@spiritualreflections1253 Жыл бұрын

as an aging punk, glen is an absolute hero. preach.

@Adeadcop702 Жыл бұрын

Punks not dead !

@RussRockwell 5 ай бұрын

@@Adeadcop702 It just smells that way.

@kryptichands968 Жыл бұрын

Holy shit !! This dude has taken the most iconic photos in the history of my life, super stoked to see him on here, you guys continue to appall me, this is phenomenal

@SONOFABITCH Жыл бұрын

Appall...this word, I do not think it means what you think it means...

@ramone167 Жыл бұрын

When I saw the thumbnail I knew I was gonna love this dudes story. Great interview.

@TheCurbFiles Жыл бұрын

Preach Glen! Speak the truth! Industry and culture are not one and the same.

@woodnbikes Жыл бұрын

Glen is a riot. Just caught the first 3 minutes before work and i'm already laughing...Good job Nine Club!

@kristiaanhoek8422 Жыл бұрын

47 years old... I pick and choose my guests to watch. Friedman is class!

@vitor4130 Жыл бұрын

I love the episodes with guy's like him, showing the connection between punk rock and skating. Amazing!!

@erichanhauser3190 Жыл бұрын

My first board was a Vision Agent Orange. My first Punk albums were Fresh Fruit, In my Head & Never mind the Bullocks.

@vitor4130 Жыл бұрын

First (proper) board was a variflex and punk album was DK's fresh fruit also :-)

@fernandomaron87 11 ай бұрын

The Steve Olson and Steve Alba episodes were also about punk & skateboarding, my favourite episodes.

@kingofthecuntsfromcuntasia3286 Жыл бұрын

Best Guest you guys have ever had, fact! This is real. Real fucking talk, I feel somewhat vindicated for my ideals I uphold with the young bucks I roll with 😌

@biosfearmag Жыл бұрын

He definitely was and still is one of my idols. Back in the early 90s, I also used a Pentax I had gotten from my grandfather with a 17mm fisheye I bought later at a camera swap meet for both skate and hardcore show photos. It still takes great pictures today and is a good reminder it's usually not about the gear. This episode was definitely needed and a breath of fresh air.

@chanalives Жыл бұрын

His candor is refreshing.

@andrewkaluzynski736 Жыл бұрын

omg thank you 9 club, Glenn E. Friedman is the GOAT!!!

@SanDiego_VDubLife Жыл бұрын

Man this dude was intense. The most I’ve heard anyone mention capitalism. Good deal. I gotta check out his book. One thing I will say is that whenever anyone ever talks big like that they usually have a bunch of contradictions but it’s all good I get many of his points and I’m glad he is standing up for what is right. At least he doing that much and he is getting people to think and question which we need more of in this world.

@MikeHawk143 Жыл бұрын

Contradictions like he growing up in Brentwood benefited from the positive aspects of capitalism including understanding the business and paid for equipment at such a young age. I get where he's coming from tho the old school skate punk ethos etc. Fun to hear it on this show.

@aa-zf4yk Жыл бұрын

He's not talking big. He is big. It's hard for people today to understand the history.

@SanDiego_VDubLife Жыл бұрын

@@aa-zf4yk yeah he’s big but I meant in terms of politics. He was talking serious ish about folks and companies which is fine but nobody’s perfect so I’m sure he has many faults too. I’m no fan of major corporations either but everything has to be taken into context. Without companies there would be no skateboards and skateboard culture. Unless everyone made diy skateboards. Jaaa. But yeah I don’t like when major non skate companies come in and profit off our culture. Exactly why I started my brand.

@aa-zf4yk Жыл бұрын

@@SanDiego_VDubLife small companies are great. For example, even though Powell is a big company. It's just George Powell. A true skateboard company. Oh yeah and Stacey, another LEGEND. Corporations on the other hand are NEVER good for skateboarding. You are starting your own company. That is fantastic, I wish you all the best. Keep in mind, I'm old, been skateboarding since 1974. For the most part, I find the skate culture today annoying. Doesn't stop me from skating. I skate everyday. I hope you do too. All the best to you....

@elijahmiller6187 Жыл бұрын

Love seeing the creatives from behind the scenes tell their story. I didn’t know him before but I do now. The way he shot on supreme is something I’ve been low key waiting hear from someone in the industry. Glen connecting various subcultures to skateboarding is something I like to hear people talk about. 9 club don’t miss I swear

@bluecollar212 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this one Nine Club!!!!! This dude is the truth!!!!

@cygmusmandulis7533 Жыл бұрын

hahaha loooooved that supreme shit talk. gr8 interview. dug it more than i expected. grew up seeing his pics on so many iconic punk & hip-hop album covers. i remember always thinking 'damn, this dude is everywhere!'. he's a monster! a bit ornary & egotistical, but agree with alot of what he speaks. thx for another gr8 episode Nine Club!

@pjchmiel Жыл бұрын

One of the best episodes yet, he pulls no goddamn punches. Love all of these shows with the older guys from the scene. Glen is a legend, respected by all who know and across many subcultures. Need him and Steve Olson on together, everyone else could just sit back and enjoy.

@vitor4130 Жыл бұрын

I rarely listen to the same episode twice but.... he had so much nice stuff to say that im going for it again! Skateboarding is just the fucking best!!

@zezuntxiduntxi Жыл бұрын

yup! same here!

@thomasrainbow Жыл бұрын

I'm only 12 mins in and I'm already considering that! It's so good and feels like an offshoot to Dogtown & Z Boys doc which I love!!!! His commentary is SO good in it!

@connorwhite2745 Жыл бұрын

Currently on run 3 lol, dude rules

@juliotorres5103 Жыл бұрын

Glen E Friedman. Thank you to Mr. Friedman. I had many rock and roll CDs or punk rock CDs. I bought (2 or 3) books about album covers or rock musicians. I don't know where I first read his name but I know his name. I can double check my CDs but I know by intuition or instinct that he photographed some of my childhood heroes. P.S I heard him loud and clear. No argument from me. Best wishes. -J.T

@chanitaalighieri4449 Жыл бұрын

A true living legend Glen Friedman thank you nine club 💯👊🏽💥🔥

@matthewjames206 Жыл бұрын

A special, special, special guest indeed. I'm excited for this one 🍻

@StumpyMason_ Жыл бұрын

omg woooow, by far the best hip hop photographer, I'm looking at his book in my book shelf right now!! Thank you

@derpnessism 11 ай бұрын

57:00 glad to hear someone callin out the bull shit that gets so casually swept under the rug. This mans passion burns so ferocious to the point that its impossible to not feel it pass through your core. Genuinely reinvigorating. A lot of people have their favorite video parts they like to watch before they go shredding, as well as myself, but next time i hit the streets/parks, im watching this on my way out the door. Havent felt this level of pride, passion and drive in a long time. Truly inspiring to say the least, glad theres people like Glen in the community that keeps skateboarding and culture true to itself, and above all else, presents relentless integrity

@ericdeman808 Жыл бұрын

this just might be my favourite episode. What a legend!

@toddluque6659 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 9 Club for this Glen E Friedman interview. You (& Glen) are very appreciated.

@michaelbevege3501 Жыл бұрын

Bought "Fuck you heroes" in 1995 - Had to get it shipped from the US to my local record store. Life was different back then - especailly for an Aussie kid who was into punk rock on the other side of the world. What a great book is, and what an iconic guest to finally get on the show. Recently purchased a signed print of Glens Beastie Boys shoot, my fave band ever also. This interview was just so perfect - real as it gets.

@jibiroo Жыл бұрын

~~~Great show!!! I’m 58 my first Sk8 was a Black Knight w/ clay wheels I remember when Urethane came around and had a subscription to SkateBoarder for many years so I could really relate to this episode. I grew up in Santa Barbara and our scene was fun as hell in the early 80’s. Still great friends w/ a lot of my old Sk8 Crew. Ride on y’all~~~

@johnhenderson3646 Жыл бұрын

Glen is intense, core & real. This shit is in my blood, its genuinely skateboarding. He & Rodney Mullen are the heart & soul. Essential skateboarding. 9⁹🤙🏾🤙🤙🏼

@MalcolmDesigns Жыл бұрын

This interview is fucking AWESOME. Glen is a legend who was there, saw it, and photographed the progression of skateboarding with the skaters who changed the sport! (I'm the same age as Glen)

@NORFOLKIAN Жыл бұрын

So damned good! I knew it’d be a good one but he’s telling it like it is.

@joseguzman9448 Жыл бұрын

It is absolutely refreshing to hear the first generation skaters,thanx mate for the legacy ❤;)-

@fsdan4537 Жыл бұрын

Only 30 mins in and this is already a top tier ep! Much love y'all!

@PumpkinPieces33 Жыл бұрын

I’m a musician and photographer who loves following skateboarding and have been hooked on nine club the past couple months. my god this was such a good watch. Love his perspective on the origins of american punk music and skating intertwining. how that perspective fuels his rant on people commodifying skate culture is such a refreshing take. I really admire the inclusive and supportive community skaters have built for themselves. It’s really special from an outsiders perspective and it informs how I interact with the music scene I take part in. This episode really highlights how radical skating is and how to keep it that way. Here for it! Alright im done lol. Much love from Detroit!

@heinzrenfield7876 Жыл бұрын

That's a great interview right there. He's on fire!

@kirbymerby Жыл бұрын

Finally some real talk! What a legend

@00huntr00 Жыл бұрын

instantly becomes my favorite episode by far, so good

@TomWyker Жыл бұрын

not the interview I was hoping for but without a doubt the Interview most needed for ALL OF US!

@TheLurchReaper420 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely what I was hoping to see on The Nine Club. Some of us that live and breath passion are often called assholes for having strong opinions. I say we need more of that. We need more roots in skateboarding. With every Nike ad, with every Cariuma promo we stray from the heart and soul of skateboarding. There is nothing wrong with growth, sponsors, protecting our personal welfares. But having said that, we need to never lose sight of where we came from. Skateboarding started as such a pure thing, let's keep it honest, and sincere as the industry evolves.

@gorelordzskate-racing-videos Жыл бұрын

Damn right brother

@andersenjed Жыл бұрын

Remember.....in 1986 nikes were sought after by skateboarders

@TheLurchReaper420 Жыл бұрын

@@andersenjed Sure, but Nike would have not invested the money they do nowadays without the Jankowskis selling like hotcakes. They had free advertising space on skaters for years!

@2buck27 Жыл бұрын

Please bring Glen back!!!! I never wanted this episode to end!!!

@ErgoCogita Жыл бұрын

I hollered so much agreement every few minutes through this. Glen knows.

@ROBBARROW1974 Жыл бұрын

Greatest skate culture interview EVER

@FaustTry Жыл бұрын

Great, thanks Glenn, now I'm never going to be able to watch a product review without hearing your voice whisper? "You don't need them." It does explain a lot to know that he was from Brentwood, rich kid chip on his shoulder, driving him to prove how "core" he is. That drive produced some of the most iconic punk and skate images of the early days. A true legend

@Marcel-Marcel Жыл бұрын

Old school legend that (still) got his values in the right order, dope!

@Rambo29 Жыл бұрын

Great interview, thanks for posting this Nine Club You can tell Glen Friedman comes from the most organic and true generation of skaters - these dudes obviously didnt expect to get paid $hit from skating, they did it for the love and pushed skating as an art form. As for big money and major corporations influencing skateboarding that's not going to change at this point, but its good having older OG skaters like Friedman talk about how things were before major money got involved.

@RussRockwell 5 ай бұрын

Tony Alva and Stacey Peralta didn't expect to get paid shit from skating? They both started commercial skateboard companies in the 1970's. And they were getting major coin way before that. Back to class dude.

@BobWeaver3000 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys! nice way to unwind after long day at work... classic stories and great laughs!

@NVFallout101 Жыл бұрын

Kelly asks the best questions and Glen is a legend, thank you for this one

@notch7751 Жыл бұрын

I'm here to learn. This episode should be a banger!

@thomasrainbow Жыл бұрын

Watched it twice. Legendary episode full of knowledge and what it truly means to be passionate about art and life.

@tanntannertropicalfish9750 Жыл бұрын

Best episode in a Long time ❤🙏

@djwoodymusic Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS, favourite quote: “I’ll tell you one thing, if you grew up on skateboarding, or punk rock or hip hop, you have NO EXCUSE for not having integrity!”

@neilwiltshire3730 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nine Club for bringing this wonderful human on. Most engaging interview for me by far

@truthnpaws3866 Жыл бұрын

One of the realist guest to show up on this show 🔥🔥🔥 No sugar coated bs with him

@daniellarge3026 Жыл бұрын

What’s cool about The Nine Club is that you have 4+ people who have so much to say that they could do a podcast without having guests. And that they also have a “this is important, let’s just listen” mode makes these feel so full of integrity. Plus Roger does work with the reference media, giving us more to connect with this guest on.

@jeffwybrow539 Жыл бұрын

Best Nine Club ever! What a dude!

@hrorm 10 ай бұрын

Love hearing this guys stories and seeing his amazing photography. Great episode

@vitor4130 Жыл бұрын

Just listenning and writting.... GLEN, YOU'RE THE MAN ! !

@SaladDays83 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely killing it with these guests. I havent skated in 20yrs but this has fast become one of my fav youtube channels to unwind with.

@scotthallgv Жыл бұрын

Glen is totally right about hip hop and punk rock being similar. Content wise they are both spawned from disaffected young people who were clashing with police and other authority figures. They were coming largely from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and were angry about politicians who were doing things to keep the rich rich and the poor poor. Its the same heart with a different presentation. Been saying this for decades now and its good to hear someone else make the connection. I grew up on punk and hip hop because they both offered that same energy and message in a lot of ways. Both spoke to me.

@jessiemartinez3056 Жыл бұрын

Wow about damn time ! got his Book F-C* your Heroes ! Living Legend!

@spiritsandnature Жыл бұрын

hadn't heard of glen before this, but I love his ideas, man is true to his word.

@davidmacdonald3401 Жыл бұрын

I sat on this one for a few weeks. Finally watched it, one of the most enjoyable for me yet. Maybe that shows my age. Fantastic episode 👍

@carlhannen1769 Жыл бұрын

Love everything about Glen.

@gizmosfere Жыл бұрын

Another great episode. Keep em coming. Skateboarder for life

@user-ce6gj2pt6y Жыл бұрын

As a 46 yr old skater into all these things, I already love his books and his role in skating hip hop and punk. But this interview is rad. I fuckin love this guy so much more now. I can’t wait to own all his books.

@oliveee297 Жыл бұрын

Love this episode, the dogtown film is always something I stick on when I need some inspiration. Glen is such a legend, it’s nice to hear about skating through the experiences of an artist!

@mrhaff Жыл бұрын

What an episode! Possibly the best yet!

@genesung5589 Жыл бұрын

Punks Not Dead thanks to people like Glen

@IndependenceMedia Жыл бұрын

What a trip! I'm 49 y/o and Glen and his photos are the single biggest influence on what I believe is cool. Unreal that he got so close to so many icons. Love the punk attitude and LOVE the integrity. Great pod guys!

@danielthornburg2933 Жыл бұрын

The amount of "fucks" in this episode dwarfs all other episodes combined haha Love it. Glen rules.

@robbed1994 Жыл бұрын

ONE OF THE BEST EPISODES TO DATE!!!

@Carl.65 Жыл бұрын

Best episode ever! Fucking legend - calls it like he sees it.

@Leoo00oo1 Жыл бұрын

absolutely loved this episode

@keithdavidson8569 Жыл бұрын

Came to our ramp in 1983 and shot a cover of my friends doing doubles for Thrasher. Always been a fan, my #1 inspo

@craigoskin5634 Жыл бұрын

What a great guess and episode, love it guys.

@DARTHKNOWS76 Жыл бұрын

Glen is so awesome to hear thanks 9 club this was so great

@johnfodo4129 Жыл бұрын

Im 50 Love this old shit bro!!! been pushing since 9

@NinoBone Жыл бұрын

A new favorite of mine…Also Kelly E. Hart with ‘The E stands for Eś’ was amazing

@bryanwinsor9392 Жыл бұрын

14 minutes in & I am just rolling laughing...FUCKING LEGEND!! THANKS SO MUCH!!!

@dudedecent5665 Жыл бұрын

Yesss so excited for this one Thank you guys

@SlickRick4EVER Жыл бұрын

1:39:50 - skateboarders must listen to this! Friedman gets the essence of skateboarding.

@markfitzurka9995 Жыл бұрын

Man you guys pulled out a original OG of the sport. A great episode from Roger pulling the clips to Chris interview.

@randylahey1822 Жыл бұрын

Glen can easily go of on the deep and be somewhat radicalized when it comes to politics and getting caught up in the mundane right vs left, god vs evil projection the society and government is trying to force upon you to choose a side BUT in the end of the day Glen got tons of stories and is a OG in skateboarding so take it or leave it! Thanks for getting him on guys

@MarkingMerman Жыл бұрын

When and how to watch or listen live.

@badmofaux 5 ай бұрын

His backstory is conspicuously absent anywhere online. My hunch would be he comes from money and media/entertainment industry connections. In some ways he doesn’t hide from that but at the same time he clearly does. Not taking anything away from his work, which is quite good and helped define an era. Takes balls to pull that off, doesn’t just magically happen on its own. Does call into question his staunch DIY ethic and heavy-handed leftist politics however.

@chrislewis5989 Жыл бұрын

This is a hitter, right here.

@ryanellis7520 Жыл бұрын

Not to type cast. But don’t say you are a punk, and get offended by the ones that grew up in that actual era. One of the best interviews that I have seen in this channel! Now go skateboarding!

@zibel5007 Жыл бұрын

Hey, great episode, I like how the guest has his own opinion on the industry and is not there to please the audience. That's when it gets interesting, lotta stories too. I'm digging that

@brandonstevens1047 Жыл бұрын

What GF said about skaters finding their equipment, etc. It’s so true. I was in downtown Kuwait one evening (for work from the US) back in 2010 and there was one lone skater ripping up some giant square piece of concrete. We spoke for a while. Just two skaterats. Two different nationalities, religions, possibly worldviews - all rendered irrelevant because of the bond of skateboarding. That was a special moment for me.