Willy's World

In the vibrant landscape of Los Angeles culture, few names resonate as deeply as Estevan Oriol. Join us in this captivating episode of Willy's World Podcast as we delve into the rich tapestry of LA's streets, music, and art with the iconic photographer, filmmaker, and cultural curator himself.

Estevan Oriol, renowned for his documentary "LA Originals" on Netflix, takes us on a journey through the heart of the City of Angels, sharing insights into the essence of Chicano culture, the raw energy of hip hop, and the evolution of street photography as a powerful medium for storytelling.

From his early days capturing the essence of Cypress Hill and other iconic hip hop figures to his pioneering work in street photography, Oriol offers a unique perspective on the intersection of art, music, and urban life in Los Angeles.

Join us as we explore the stories behind the lens, the challenges of preserving authenticity in a rapidly changing city, and the enduring impact of LA's street culture on the global stage.

Whether you're a photography enthusiast, a hip hop aficionado, or simply curious about the soul of Los Angeles, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and immerse yourself in the world of Estevan Oriol, where every image tells a story, and every story paints a vivid portrait of LA's originality.

Join us in this enlightening episode of the "Willy's World Podcast" as we sit down with Victorian MP Rachel Payne, a passionate member of the Legalise Cannabis party.

Rachel shares her journey advocating for the decriminalization and legalization of cannabis, highlighting the party's vision for a fair and just approach to drug policy. From the social justice implications to the economic benefits, we delve into the multifaceted reasons supporting the legalization movement, much-needed changes to outdated drug driving laws in Australia & much much more.

Whether you're a seasoned advocate or new to the discussion, Rachel's insights provide a compelling look into the intersection of politics and cannabis reform. Tune in and discover the possibilities of a more inclusive and progressive future for cannabis legislation in Victoria and Australia.

In today's riveting episode, join us as we sit down with NRL sensation Jai Arrow, delving into the untold stories behind the tackles and triumphs. From locker room anecdotes to personal challenges, Jai opens up about his journey, providing an insider's perspective on the adrenaline-fueled world of rugby league. Discover the passion, dedication, and sheer determination needed to succeed at the highest levels of Rugby League. Don't miss this exclusive conversation as we explore the highs and lows of Jai Arrow's remarkable career which has included playing for 2 of the NRL's most infamous clubs the Brisbane Broncos & the mighty South Sydney Rabbitohs & playing State Of Origin for Queensland.

In this episode I welcome the one & only Jenny Milton onto the podcast. Jenny and I have been friends since I was a kid, when I met her I always looked up to her for her amazing energy and constant happiness and elder statesmen of adrenaline and chasing life.

She comes from a family of doers her brother Micheal Milton's a Paralympic legend and Australia's most decorated Winter Paralympian. He also has the world record for fastest man on skis on one leg!! So we know that Jenny is cut from a different cloth, in this episode we chat about growing up as a ballet and freestyle skier in Australia in the 80's, owning and running one of Australia's largest ski, snowboard and rollerblade stores and selling up everything and going to Alaska to go Heli boarding in the late 1990's .

We talk about getting into snowkiting, compete on the world kiteboarding tour, and her up coming all female group trip to snowkite across Greenland's largest ice shelf.

Jenny is a one of a kind ball of positive energy an adrenaline seeker with a knack for life that is highly contagious.

In today's episode we are joined by 2 of freeskiing's royal family, 2x X Games gold medallist and recent inductee to the Newschoolers’ Hall of Fame, Phil Casabon & The one and only

film maker , brand builder and all round awesome human Eric Iberg.

We discuss freestyle skiing history, the beginnings and creation of the sport of "Freeskiing", making movies, winning X-Games Gold medals, creating Inspired Media, inspiring a whole generation of freeskiers that style is everything, and much much more..

We are back baby and in todays episode we chat to skateboarding royalty the one and only Jereme Rogers  as we discus him growing up in Boston, getting on Girl Skateboards, having a part in PJ' Ladd's wonderful horrible life, retiring from skating to follow his music passion, how much money he was making at the peak of his skate career, jumping off balconies, what he's up to now and much more...

In this episode of the Willys World Podcast, I chat with Jay Z’s former tour DJ and former Adidas Global Ambassador, DJ Neil Armstrong. Neil discusses growing up in New York City, being on tour with Kanye West & Jay Z, seeing Tupac & Biggie perform together, playing at the opening ceremony of not only the Olympic Games but also the Soccer World Cup as an Adidas global ambassador DJ and much much more...

WILLY'S WORLD X ALPHA BLOKES PODCAST 

In this episode we are changing it up for once and this time I am the one being interviewed on the Alpha Blokes Podcast the fastest growing podcast in Australia. 

"In this episode we got Ex-pro Skier, Cannabis Activist & Enthusiast and Entrepreneur Willy Stolk on for a chat. Willy has lived a wild life, from meeting Hugh Hefner at the playboy mansion to directing a few porno’s, not your average Joe."

ALPHA BLOKES PODCAST ORIGINAL PODCAST: 

Have you ever wondered about the history of Graffiti culture in Australia? Or What it's like traveling the world bombing trains and causing chaos as a young graffiti lord. 

SWAZE is an OG graffiti writer from Sydney's South West. He's been painting since 99 and since then has travelled the world painting pieces and murals and now makes a living off his graffiti and art. He paints all forms of graff from wild style pieces to a portrait and can rock a mad throwie. 

In this caught up with him for a quick chat about traveling the world. bboing and running into Mexican gangsters in a foreign land. 

In this episode of the Willys World Podcast, I chat with South Sydney Rabbitohs star Liam Knight. Liam discusses his nomadic childhood, being homeless as a first-grade footballer when he moved to Sydney’s Northern Beaches when he first made the NRL, his Mum's passing, the spray he copped from Roosters coach Trent Robinson, and his infamous 'aero guard' drink driving charge plus plenty of interesting topics as well.

In this episode I welcome the one & only Troy Candy onto the podcast. It was a sit down we had been planning for quite some time and we talk about his early years on the come up in Melbourne, his ventures in e-commerce including popularising the "Snorkel" as well as owning/operating arguably Australia’s No. 1 Car Wrapping company and giving away super cars via raffles. Troy goes deep about getting harassed by police, the trouble finding good staff these days and the pandemic and how it affected Melbourne. He also explains about why he made a big move to the Gold Coast. There’s plenty of juice in this podcast, including a few stories of how Troy got in trouble with the law but managed to come out better on the other side. Troy is a one a kind down to earth guy who has taken his passion for cars to great heights. 

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an Olympic champion? In this episode I chat to my long time friend OG freeskier and Kiwi Super Coach Brad Prosser about his come up through the ranks during the early New Zealand freeski scene, backflipping off rails in the early 2000's like Candide, to coaching Olympic superstars like Nick Goepper & Chinese Double Olympic Gold Medallist Eileen Gu.

In this episode you will learn all about Brad's unique mindset & coaching style, the early days of freeskiing down under, the state of action sports, JF Cusson's Golf habits, what it's like to coach under the Chinese communist system, and how to create Olympic champions from the ground up.

In this episode of the Willy's World Podcast, Will chats with cannabis guru Lance C Lambert. Lance has spent years cultivating brands and telling stories, formerly in the mainstream digital media and marketing space prior to making the jump to the cannabis industry. Lambert joined the Denver Post team in 2013, just as they were launching their cannabis industry-specific news site, The Cannabist. It was a natural fit for him to focus on digital media operations for the niche site. He has since stayed firmly in the cannabis industry lane and went on to head up media at WeedMaps, taking their content global before being tapped to run business development on the herbal side at Boveda, focusing on international growth and diversification. Subsequently he worked with Green Flower Media to expand and strengthen their position as the worldwide authority in cannabis education.

Lambert brings his varied knowledge and passion-first attitude to GreenBroz, where he's been tasked with growing the company’s footprint with an eye toward moving into emerging markets around the globe. As a cancer survivor, and having grown up in Northern California, he has seen firsthand the benefits of cannabis, and how it can be an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. Having spent the last few years speaking at expos and conventions around the world, he enjoys connecting with others who are interested in the many different facets of the industry.

When not on the clock or on a motorcycle, Lance can be found hosting Cure to Consumption on Haze Radio Network, or Seed to Social with the Future Cannabis Project. He also enjoys writing a monthly column for MG Magazine on the international movement around cannabis.

In this episode Will chats with the one and only Paul Everest, Paul was the co-founder of UNIT, one of Australia’s greatest action sports brands. Paul and his brother Ian, catapulted UNIT into a worldwide brand, they started this journey in their parents garage and shortly after, passed FOX Australia in sales within 5 years. UNIT then launched in the states and continued to sell clothing worldwide, the journey came to a crashing end when the boys lost their business. Learn all about this journey in this episode of the Willy's World Podcast. 

In this episode you will learn all about Paul's unique mindset, the rise of a iconic clothing brand, the state of action sports, his new company Thrilla, COVID life and a whole slew of other things. We are also joined by Jason Muncer aka Mr. Villin for some other outside perspective on what UNIT did for the creatives and future generations of entrepreneurs in the Australian clothing space.

Colby James West has an impressive working resume ranging from being an iconic skier to drifting around the world with Ghymkana Grid and Monster Energy. Colby has also dedicated his time to music, writing feature films and sketch comedy.

Mark Mathews has faced fear head on, after hitting a reef and blacking out immediately he was rushed to hospital with the thought running through his head - WILL I EVER SURF AGAIN!?

Mark used this event as fuel for him to develop a strengthened mindset, he also developed some resilience techniques to face his fear HEAD ON, Mark has since become one of the best big waves surfers in the world, a motivational speaker and also had the opportunity to run the Red Bull Cape Fear event. You can't live your life without fear and Mark will teach you how to use your fear as fuel for success!

What is the current state of cannabis in Australia? How can we make a collective push for legalisation in Australia? If you want to learn about all things Australian cannabis then this episode of the Willy's World podcast is for you. Michael from The Herbalized Podcast joins Will to bring you all of the latest information on cannabis laws, the future of cannabis in Australia and the politics that surround cannabis culture.

Learn about the history of Australian cannabis, how the stigma of Australian cannabis can be changed, the challenges of growing cannabis and what you can expect from the future of cannabis in Australia. You will also learn about the hemp space, how medical patients and recreational tokers are consuming cannabis and what to expect from the official cannabis and hemp exhibition - The Dope Expo in 2021 🔰

Nate Bozung pulled off the raddest tricks, had the craziest style and was super entertaining to watch. He also shredded for Forum Snowboards and completely embraced the rockstar lifestyle. In this episode you will learn all about Nate's transition from skateboarding to snowboarding, his origin story and his journey to becoming a pro snowboarder. You will also learn how he secured major sponsors, created brands and blew money. If you are interested in skateboarding, snowboarding, touring, partying or living like a rockstar then this episode is for you. 

Have you ever wondered what it would take to become a UFC champion? The former UFC lightweight champion, Jamie Varner, joins Willy to talk about his UFC journey, the history of MMA in Arizona, the future of MMA/UFC in 2020 and if Khabib Nurmagomedov is unstoppable!

Jamie Varner will guide you through the process of becoming a UFC champion, how to finish on top when you are the underdog, what it takes to defend a UFC title, and how much training is involved in winning a Jiu Jitsu world championship, being an All American Wrestler and a UFC lightweight champion. 

Brandon Biebel is an undeniably talented skateboarder with an extremely positive outlook on life. Brandon is a fitness fanatic with an unrelenting presence on social media and one of the most relentless work ethics in skateboarding. Brandon recently retired from skateboarding with no official statement on his social platforms, he is still regularly posting on his Instagram but it is unknown what his future with skateboarding will look like. We decided to pull this episode out of the vault for people wanting to get into professional skateboarding. 

Have you ever wanted to design your own clothes? Have you ever wanted to start your own movement? Jason "Mr. Villin" joins Willy's World to talk about his journey from working with Unit Clothing to building a lifestyle clothing brand and movement. In this podcast you will learn how to start designing, distributing and embodying your brand, you will also learn how to start a clothing brand with no capital.

Andrew Christie has worked as a senior photographer for Waves Magazine, had his shots published in Tracks Magazine and also had his videos and photos recognised on a global scale. In this episode you will get some insights into the changes that have occurred in the surf industry, what it takes to be a surf photographer/filmmaker and the challenges that arise in this competitive space. You will also hear about the surf camps that Andrew and his team would setup for the worldwide surf trips, the rad parties that surfers would have, and the selective approach that companies and magazines would have throughout his career as a surf photographer/filmmaker.