How to Access, Survive and Thrive in the Tattoo Industry, Today! Join tattoo shop owners Paul-Anthony Surdi and Gabe Jaksich as they dive into the trials and tribulations of the Tattoo Industry. Every other week they bring in guest tattoo artists to discuss not only income and best practices, but also life in the industry. Whether it's learning about the art of the hustle, navigating change and adulthood in the industry, or starting your first apprenticeship, Ink Different has you covered. T ...
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About Adam Facenda: With a tattoo machine in hand for over two decades, Adam Facenda is not just a tattoo artist; he's a second-generation tattooer deeply rooted in the art form. Since 2008, he's been more than just tat zapping; he's been the visionary behind tattoo studios, cultivating vibrant spaces where tattooing transcends mere body art to become a form of personal expression and storytelling. Adam's journey in the tattoo industry began with an apprenticeship passed down through Eric De ...
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As a tattoo artist and trauma informed coach, James takes his perspective on the tattoo industry and life in general and shares it with you. His guests are varied in range from tattoo practitioners, life and career coaches, and friends and family. Some of those roles overlap each other! There will be conversations about trauma and how to deal with it, spirituality and creativity, and death and dying. All the hard things to talk about sprinkled in with some humorous relief.
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Short podcast that covers a variety of topics. They range from random thoughts that are in my head, opinions over world events, funny stories that have happened in my life and anything my heart desires.
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A podcast about the intersections of tattooing, with dope ass guest artists.
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E7 Why Woman Tattoo Artist have it DIFFERENT w/ Moony & Bloody Ally
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Join our host, Paul-Anthony Surdi, in this exciting episode of the Ink Different Tattoos Podcast as he sits down with three incredibly talented Tattoo Artists—Chico Cortez, Bloody Ally, and Moony! They dive deep into what it’s like to be a woman in the tattoo industry, sharing their experiences from tattoo apprenticeships to navigating studio life …
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Send us a text One of the types of trauma I didn’t realize existed is religious trauma. This was brought to my attention while studying more about trauma and trauma recovery. The conversation I had with Abbie and Charlie of NorCal Tattoo sparked this video’s topic and I also talk a bit about my bullying triggers. all music written and produced by J…
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Send us a text In this episode the conversation with Charlie Darling and Abbie Rosales of NorCal Tattoo continues as we go into detail on their brushes with death and experiences of connection with the world around them. Realizations of this can be brought about through psychedelics or simply the beauty of nature. We dig a little deeper on their ex…
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E6 The Secrets of Customer Relations in Tattooing w/ Loco Dharma & Chico Cortez
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Ready to level up your tattoo business? In this episode of Ink Different Tattoos, we’re revealing how to master client relations to build lasting connections and keep clients coming back! From creating a comfortable vibe to communicating like a pro, we’re sharing insider tips from seasoned Tattoo Artists on delivering an unforgettable client experi…
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Episode 11 - Stabbie Darling - Part 1 of 2
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Send us a text We have an awesome conversation with Tattoo artist, Charlie Darling and Piercer, Abbie Rosales both of NorCal Tattoo. Our conversation starts with stories of where they lived and what brought them to Humboldt County, and eventually to NorCal Tattoo. Then the conversation turns to talking about brushes with death and goes into spiritu…
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Thriving in a Slow Season: Strategies for Tattoo Artists
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Send us a text In this episode of Anchors & Eagles, Adam Facenda explores tattoo artists' strategies for surviving and thriving during slow economic seasons. He discusses the invaluable lessons learned during apprenticeships, the importance of consistent advertising (especially during tough times), and how engaging with existing clients can help gr…
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Send us a text I review my conversation with Alex Marks and expand on my own experiences with watching my father struggle in his life. I also go into detail about having panic attacks while driving back to the place I grew up and how I eventually overcame them. all music written and produced by James Kerr If you'd like to reach out to me, go to www…
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E5 How to Start YOUR Tattoo Career w/ Chico Cortez
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In this episode of the Ink Different Tattoos Podcast, we share everything you need to know about launching a successful career as a professional Tattoo Artist. This episode covers the key steps to becoming a tattoo artist, the importance of choosing the right Tattoo Apprenticeship, and how Ink Different guarantees job offers upon completion. Learn …
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Episode 9 - Apprenticeships and Chili Peppers - Part 2 of 2
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Send us a text Our conversation with Alex Marks continues. We continue our chat about apprenticeships and the changing landscape of our industry in tattooing. We then touch on the story of “Chili Pepper Knuckle.” Music written and produced by James Kerr Find Alex Marks on instagram: @alexamarks If you'd like to reach out to me, go to www.captainker…
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Send us a text In this episode, Adam Facenda discusses different ways to become a tattoo artist. He advises against going to tattoo schools and instead recommends a one-on-one apprenticeship. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared to do repetitive work and open to different art styles. Adam suggests hanging out in tattoo shops, getting tatt…
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Episode 8 - Apprenticeships and Chilipeppers - Part 1 of 2
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Send us a text We have an awesome chat with NorCal Tattoo’s own Alex Marks, son of Ted and Amy Marks. We get a little bit of his version of the story of their family’s adventures in Las Vegas, Nevada during Ted’s apprenticeship. We talk about how his apprenticeship started when he was very young. We also go into the changing landscape of apprentice…
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E4 Tattoo Conventions Do's and Don'ts w/ Loco Dharma & Chico Cortez
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Welcome to Episode 4 of the Ink Different Podcast! 🎙️ Join us as we discuss the awesome world of tattoo conventions with tattoo industry experts Chico Cortez and Loco Dharma! This episode is packed with essential do's and don'ts for tattoo artists, touching topics from setting up a standout booth to mastering the art of networking. We also explore …
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Episode 7 - Knowing the Darkness to See the Light
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Send us a text I reflect on my main takeaways from my conversation with my friend Ted Marks. One of the main points I believe is that we often go through dark times and can’t always see how its all working to our favor until we are able to look back on the whole experience with a bit of hindsight and wisdom. It is then we can see the pattern of how…
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Back to the Grind: Navigating Business Challenges and Rediscovering Passion
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Send us a text In this long-awaited return to "Anchors and Eagles," Adam Facenda opens up about the rollercoaster of the past year. From closing one of his beloved tattoo studios to returning to full-time tattooing, Adam delves deep into the realities of balancing business, personal life, and passion projects like this podcast. In this episode, Ada…
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Episode 6 - Ted Talks and Shoutouts - Part 4 of 4
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Send us a text This final installment we talk about a wild night in the history of our friendship before either of us had anything to do with being an apprentice in the tattoo industry. Something involving a show with Kid Rock back in 2002. All music written and produced by James Kerr If you'd like to reach out to me, go to www.captainkerrart.com…
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E3 Be Your Own Boss As Tattoo Artist w/ Chico Cortez
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Get ready for a fun and insightful chat with Chico Cortez, a tattoo artist who knows all about being your own boss as a Tattoo Artist with more than 30 years of experience in the tattoo industry. We talk about tattoo conventions, sharing what goes down during and after these events, and how to spot scams. Chico shares about his career beginnings an…
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Episode 5 - Ted Talks and Shoutouts - Part 3 of 4
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Send us a text In the third installment of our conversation with tattoo veteran Ted Marks, we go into who his major inspiration and influences in the tattoo industry are and how they were part of the beginnings of his tattoo convention known as Inked Hearts that happens every year. We also talk about the birth of his tattoo shop, Nor Cal Tattoo. If…
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Episode 4 - Ted Talks and Shoutouts - Part 2 of 4
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Send us a text This is the second part of the 4 part series with my good friend and veteran tattoo artist, Ted Marks of Nor Cal Tattoo. We take a deep dive into his journey into becoming a tattoo apprentice and the sacrifices he and his family had to make in order to make it happen. If you'd like to reach out to me, go to www.captainkerrart.com…
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E2 Immigration as a Tattoo Artist w/ José Gaddi
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In this episode of the Ink Different Tattoos podcast, we explore the stories of tattoo artists who face the challenges of immigration. "Immigration as a Tattoo Artist" features Gabe Jaksich and Jose Gaddi, who have journeyed from Argentina to establish their careers in the tattoo industry in the USA. Covering from cultural adjustments to legal obst…
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Episode 3 - Ted Talks and Shoutouts - Part 1 of 4
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Send us a text I interview my good friend and co worker, Ted Marks. I ask him about his journey to becoming a tattoo artist and bringing his family into the business by establishing his shop, NorCal Tattoo. It is quite the story that starts with being poisoned at his job as a car painter, then with his medical condition and no other opportunities f…
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Send us a text In this episode, I take a deep dive into my experiences with therapy and therapists in general. My first experience with this was my school counselor, when I was 12, informing me that I had been abused and was most likely going to continue the cycle of abuse if I didn’t do something about it. I continue the story about my abuse of me…
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E1: Fatherhood as a Tattoo Artist w/ José Gaddi
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Ink Different Tattoos podcast! In this episode "Fatherhood and Education w/ José Gaddi," we’ll learn about the unique connection between being a father and a tattoo artist. Tattoo artists Jose Gotti and Gabe Jaksich share their experiences, balancing their role as fathers with their passion for tattooing. The…
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Send us a text I talk a bit about what this podcast is about, and a little bit of my history with trauma and trauma recovery. I show a clip of my father talking to me over the phone during the pandemic about what he went through as a child as well. If you'd like to reach out to me, go to www.captainkerrart.com…
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What's Up with 'Anchors and Eagles'? - Adam Facenda Spills the Beans
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Send us a text Hey there, listeners! It's me, Adam Facenda, your trusty host at 'Anchors and Eagles'. Ever wondered what's going on behind this mic? Well, buckle up, because you're about to find out! 🚀 In This Episode: The Real Deal: Why do I even do this podcast? Spoiler: It's not just for my love of talking. Peek Into the Future: I've got plans, …
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Promoting health and wellness in the tattoo industry. With Adam Facenda and Jordan Signorelli
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Send us a text In this conversation, Jordan Signorelli @jordan_tattooerHealthClub talks about his journey into the tattoo community and his passion for promoting health and wellness in the industry. He discusses his challenges growing up and how he overcame them to become a successful tattoo artist and advocate for change. Jordan emphasizes the imp…
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Can tattoos have a healing effect? Conversation with Adam Facenda and George Munoz -tattoo artist
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Send us a text In this conversation, tattoo artist George Munoz discusses the concept of tattoo therapy, which combines tattooing and counseling to help clients process emotions and heal from trauma. Munoz shares his journey of using tattooing as a therapeutic outlet and explains how he developed a program incorporating therapeutic techniques into …
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Are Apprenticeships Obsolete? With Jalen Frizzell
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This week Vegas is joined by tattooer Jalen Frizzell aka fuzzywuzzums. They chat about how apprenticeships have traditionally been violent and predatory. Exploring the benefits of a traditional apprenticeship, the process of obtaining an apprenticeship, as well as personal experiences with apprenticeships as Black tattooers. Relevant links: Fuzzywu…
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Riri Stars and Tattoo Trends: With Krys Ink
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This week, Vegas is joined by tattooer, friend and studio mate Krys to chat all things tattoo trends. From Rihanna-inspired sternum tattoos to their most embarrassing trendy tattoos, they break down trends over the years and look at where the industry is going. Relevant links: Krys Ink The Teardown is an editaudio Original podcast. This episode was…
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Revitalizing Tā Moko and Reclaiming Maori Tattooing: With Julie Paama Pengelly
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This week Vegas is joined by Tā Moko artist, painter and organizer Julie Paama-Pengelly to talk about the revitalization of the Maori art of tattooing. They talk about how the history of colonization has impacted the art and how the practice and Maori identity is being reclaimed. Relevant links: Julie Paama Pengelly Art Body Creative Studio The Tea…
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Sobriety and Tattooing: With Faith Alexandra Marie
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Tattoo culture has largely centered itself with substances but could things be changing? This week Vegas sits down with Faith Alexandra Marie aka Needle Imprints to discuss navigating the tattoo industry as a sober person. They chat about building community in ways that don’t center around substances and talk about how building a spiritual practice…
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In this episode, Vegas sets intentions for the second season of The Teardown. They have an intimate conversation with the audience about experiences in tattooing as well as their relationship to the practice now. They’ll talk about the highs and lows, and about how they’d like to rekindle the flame they once had for the artform. The Teardown is an …
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Trauma Informed Tattooing: With Tamara Santibañez
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This episode Vegas sits down with interdisciplinary artist, oral historian and tattooer Tamara Santibañez. They discuss how the tattoo industry has been largely unsafe for women, non-men and racialized folks and explore how to integrate trauma-informed practices within tattooing. They also unpack the ways in which the idea of "safe spaces" have bee…
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Send us a text I am proud to announce a new chapter in my life. A brief description of what's to come. follow for more content @anchors_and_eaglesBy ADAM
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Owning Your Own Shop: With Tiff Lee
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In the final episode of this season, I sit down with Tiff Lee, owner of Heartstrong Tattoo shop in Toronto. We chat about what made us want to open our own shops and talk about ways we’re creating a new, more inclusive tattoo community. Content Warning: This episode contains talk of anti-black racism, police brutality, and drug use. Feel free to sk…
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Spirituality and Tattooing: With Joey Ramona
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This week I’m joined by Joey Ramona, a queer Jewish tattooer out of Toronto’s Corner Pocket. In this episode they talk about how they incorporate religion into their tattooing practice and share their experience of starting out as one of the few Jewish tattooers in the city. Content Warning: This episode contains examples of anti-semitism and menti…
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Self Reflection Vs. Desirability as a Black Tattooer: With Obsidian
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This episode I chat with Asheville tattooer, multidisciplinary artist, DJ and herbalist Obsidian. We discuss how black artists are far too often pigeonholed into one art form and break down how white supremacy has distanced us from our traditional art forms. Links: Obsidian @maybeheaven Linnea (Obsidian’s mentor) Imani k brown @ipukekawaii Flesh an…
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Fatness in Tattooing with Carrie Metz Caporusso
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This episode I sit down with Michigan-based artist Carrie Metz Caporusso. Carrie is well known for their ‘roll flowers’, intricate floral designs that are placed in and around the creases of body rolls. In this episode they explain how they came up with the concept ‘roll flowers’ and we discuss the lack of representation of fat bodies in the tattoo…
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Afro-Americana Tattoos with Aaron Davis-Holloway
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This episode I’m joined by Aaron Davis-Holloway, a friend and tattooer out of Atlanta. Aaron is known for his Afro-Americana style. In this episode we talk about how he developed his style and why it’s important to recognize and name this new (but not new) genre of tattooing. Links: Vegas Ink Aaron Davis Tattoos Afro-Americana Tattoos Kayla Diamond…
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Staying Grounded and Maintaining Boundaries
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This episode I’m chatting with my friend, professional tarot reader and fellow co-owner of Tru Tattoo Shop, Sam Daveena. We chat about how maintaining firm boundaries can preserve your love for tattooing and Sam shares some of her secrets for staying grounded in a job that can get pretty personal (can you get more personal than a tarot reading?). L…
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Case of the Ex : Dating in the Tattoo Industry
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We start the season off with a little spice as I invite my ex Dylan (tendertatting)onto the show to address some recent controversy. We give you a little inside scoop into our relationship and talk about what it’s like dating a tattoo artist, everything from how to deal with differing skill levels to navigating breakups within the industry. Are you…
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A podcast about the intersections of tattooing, with dope ass guest artists. Hosted by Vegas Ink and produced in collaboration with editaudio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By vegas ink, editaudio
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You should do more stuff that requires getting naked! 💆♂️
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What you can expect from your tattoo artist.
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Hey you should check out my longer form podcast with guests it’s called High Note With Andrew Patterson.
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Check out my other podcast wherever you’re listing to this. It’s High note with Andrew Patterson. Thanks.
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Don't forget to listen to my other podcast. High Note with Andrew Patterson!
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Don't forget to listen to my other podcast. High Note with Andrew Patterson!
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Don't forget to listen to my other podcast. High Note with Andrew Patterson!
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Don't forget to listen to my other podcast. High Note with Andrew Patterson!
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Who should know the law better, cops or the average person?
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Don't forget to listen to my other podcast, High Note with Andrew Patterson
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