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Tattoo BudcastNEW YEARS EVERY SPECIAL : URINE THERAPY, MANIFESTING MILLIONS & 2026 GOALS | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep. 61 | podcastNew Year’s Eve chaos meets big ideas on this NYE episode of the Tattoo Budcast. We ring in the new year by diving headfirst into everything from urine therapy and Mexican superstitions to manifesting, the power of the mind, and whether you can actually think your way into winning the lottery. As always, the conversation goes off the rails in the best way possible—mixing humor, curiosity, and questionable life advice.
We also break down strip clubs for beginners, reflect on the unaccomplished resolutions of 2025, and refine our goals heading into 2026 with fresh perspective and z...
2025-12-301h 35Tattoo BudcastOKAYEST TIME OF YEAR, Holiday Special : Two Buds , One client ft. Dalton Elliott | TATTOO BUDCAST 60 | PODCASTThis is how the Buds are acting when Santa is literally on his way to town.
We welcome back Bud Dalton Elliott to the studio, and things get chaotic fast when he gets tattooed by BOTH Buds at the same time. Dalton is celebrating the one year anniversary of his year-long tattoo road trip, and we’re feeling extra merry about it.
We get into Christmas dos and don’ts, our own holiday traditions and memories, and for Tattoo Therapy we help a listener navigate intense holiday burnout. Do they need to suck it up, or i...
2025-12-231h 42Tattoo BudcastJimmy Jams Birthday Spiral and Tattoo TherapyJimmy Jam is officially creeping toward 40 and having a full-blown existential spiral. He’s turning 37, and Sanae catches him mid freak-out to unpack his problems, offer some real-life advice, and set goals before the void fully takes over.
We also get to know the Bud known as Jimmy Jam a little better over a McDonald’s Grinch meal, because nothing sparks self-reflection quite like pickle fries and a seasonal promotion.
Plus, we read some top-tier listener letters for Tattoo Therapy and our Tattoo Cover-Up segment. Emotional growth, questionable decisions, and unsolicited opinions included.
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2025-12-161h 45Tattoo BudcastSurviving Tattoo Chaos: Rough Beginnings, Ink Master Allegations & a Client From Hell Ft. Red l TATTOO BUDCAST EP. 58 l Comedy podcastIn this episode, we sit down with Red 🔴 owner and operator of Just Deadly Tattoo in Pico Rivera. Red’s start in tattooing wasn’t easy, and those early hardships are exactly what make her grateful for every year she and her shop stay alive in this wild industry 💉✨
We get into the sweet spot of client communication, where someone knows what they want but still gives you the creative freedom to make it shine 🎨🔥
And of course, we dive into the latest tattoo viral chaos, from the ball shaped tattoo machine everyone keeps roasting 🏀😂 to the Ink Master contes...
2025-12-091h 44Tattoo BudcastKINGPIN TATTOO SUPPLY: Tatpocolypse, Tattoo Collecting w/ Dale Dimapindan | TATTOO BUDCAST 57 | podcastWhat is a tattoo artist without supplies?? Exactly. Today we’ve got Dale Dimapindan in the studio from the world-famous Kingpin Tattoo Supply, one of the most trusted names in the game.
We dive into what the “tatpocolypse” looks like from the supplier side, whether it’s better or worse to stick with one tattooer or collect from many, and Dale jumps in for a round of FMK (tattoo edition). Sit on your thrown 🚽 and get ready for another side splitting episode.
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2025-12-022h 03Tattoo BudcastDOWN BADD - Apprentice to Shop Owner w/ Dana Richard’s | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep.56In this episode of the Tattoo Budcast, Jimmy and Sanae sit down with Montana tattooer Dana Richards, who Sanae has known since his earliest days as an apprentice in the same California shop they once worked at. Now a successful shop owner in Montana, Dana shares his journey from those humble beginnings to running his own studio, along with the major differences between tattooing in Montana vs California. The conversation dives into everything from shifting testosterone levels to lifestyle changes, shop culture, and what it takes to build a solid career in the tattoo industry.
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2025-11-251h 52Tattoo BudcastEric Hare on Tattooing in Prison, Graffiti Roots & Real Growth | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep. 55🎙️ Today we’ve got a wild one for ya!
We’re joined by tattoo veteran Eric Hare — and trust us, the only thing more complex than one of his geometric stencils… is his story. 👀
From graffiti ➡️ tattooing in prison ➡️ exponential personal growth ➡️ to honing his craft, Eric takes us through a life that’s as chaotic as it is inspiring. We laugh, we get deep, we get real — this episode has it all.
💺 Jump in the tattoo chair and get ready for another surprisingly meaningful yet hilarious session with the Buds.
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2025-11-181h 47Tattoo BudcastTattoo Copying vs Inspiration + Shop Prank Wars (with Frank Allen) | ROADBUDS in PHOENIX | TATTOO BUDCAST 54New city, same chaos.
Today we’re comin’ at you from Phoenix, Arizona with a Budcast fan favorite — the curmudgeonly sitcom-neighbor energy, the OG Travel Bud himself… Frank Allen! 🌵🔥
We’re recapping our Arizona guest spot, debating the age-old tattoo question:
Copying vs inspiration — where’s the line?
…and because it’s tradition…
we’re diving into tattoo shop prank culture 😈
It’s another ROADBUDS episode —
🎧 Laugh hysterically, but keep your eyes on the road.
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2025-11-111h 29Tattoo BudcastA Very Budcast Birthday | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep. 53🎉 HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY TO THE TATTOO BUDCAST!! 🎉
The Buds are turning ONE and celebrating like only 1-year-olds can (and should) — in baby bonnets, bibs, and up to our elbows in baby food. 🍼💩
Join us for our most chaotic celebration yet and thank YOU, our buddies, for an incredible first year of laughs, tattoos, and total nonsense.
So strap into your high chair, grab a warm bottle of… whatever’s in reach, and tune in to the Birthday Bash! 🧸🎂
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2025-11-041h 50Tattoo BudcastBud-O-Ween Special - Feat. Goonies & Johnny Bones | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep.52🎃 WE GOT A SPECIAL SPOOK-TACULAR EPISODE WITH THE DREAMLAND ART CO CREW! 👻
This week, the Buds — with a little help from returning guests Johnny Bones and Goonies — are coming to you not as Selena y Los Dinos, but as SELENO Y LOS DINXS! 💃🕺
Everyone’s sharing their own unexplainable stories, plus we’re reading listener ghost stories too! So throw on your costume, grab your candy bucket, and tune in for an episode full of laughs, chills, and all things Halloween. 🎃👻
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2025-10-282h 04Tattoo BudcastAlien Contact, Ghouls & Ghosts! Feat. Christina Hock & Johnny Vampotna | TATTOO BUDCAST - Ep51🎃 SPECIAL SPOOKY EPISODE ALERT! 👻
We’ve got a hauntingly good one for you this week featuring two extra spooky tattooers — the return of Johnny Vampotna and, for the first time ever, Christina Hock, an LA-area artist with over two decades of experience!
We’re swapping ghost stories (ours and yours), diving into tales of aliens, ghosts, ghouls, and goblins — and of course, talking tattoos. 💀
So grab your candy bucket, throw on a costume, and join the Tattoo Budcast for this very scary, very funny Halloween special!
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2025-10-222h 01Tattoo BudcastTattoo Talk Gets Weird: Tattooing Teeth, Prison Tattoos, Ai Breakups & The Bactine Ban | TATTOO BUDCAST EP. 50The Buds are back with returning guest — and newest shop crew member — Johnny Bones! They come in hot with the giggles and dive into everything from Taco Bell nostalgia and Get-What-You-Get specials, to graffiti culture and even people catching feelings for ChatGPT?!
They also unpack why Michigan banned Bactine in tattooing, explore the criminal underworld roots of common tattoo designs, and lean into spooky season with the Scream Movie AI Challenge. Plus — they get weird with the tattooing-teeth trend in Asia, talk mouth breathing, and answer a hilarious listener advice letter.
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2025-10-141h 37Tattoo BudcastTattoo Artist vs. Tattoo Remover - The Truth About Laser Removal | TATTOO BUDCAST (Ep. 49)This week on The Tattoo Budcast, we’re joined by Mike Panic from Removery — The World’s Tattoo Removal Experts! Ever wondered how tattoo removal actually works? Mike breaks it all down and answers the questions every artist and collector has been too scared to ask.
We also dive into the age-old debate of tattoo price haggling — is it ever okay? Plus, we play a couple of our favorite chaos-fuelled games: F*, Marry, Kill — Tattoo Edition**, and a round of This or That that’ll have you laughing and cringing at the same time.
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2025-10-081h 26Tattoo BudcastInk Master Legend Big Ceeze: Launching The Inked Network & Mexican Prison Scare | TATTOO BUDCAST Ep. 48This week the Buds sit down with Big Ceeze — tattooer of 27 years, Ink Master alum, and former boss of Sanae (who reminds us she’s still got a big mouth and zero filter). We dive into what it was like working together back in the day, why bodybuilding competitions might be the strangest hobby for a tattooer, and Big Ceeze’s new passion project: The Inked Network, a platform built with unique features for both tattooers and collectors.
And just when you think it couldn’t get better, he drops not one but TWO wild stories for our Tatt...
2025-09-301h 59Tattoo BudcastCommunicate Like a Pro ft Professor Kiki Flambé : Sales, Relationships, Apologies, Small Talk | TATTOO BUDCAST 47The Buds are hitting the books this week with Professor Kiki Flambé, a Communication Studies proffesor who specializes in interpersonal communication and the art of persuasion. She’s breaking down the difference between persuasion vs. manipulation, teaching us how to make small talk that doesn’t suck, and showing us what a real, effective apologyactually looks like.
Kiki also gives us a few sales tactics that every tattooer (or anyone selling their craft) can use at their next consultation. And because no guest leaves without spilling some ink—she joins us for Tattoo Cover-Up, with a wild story t...
2025-09-231h 37Tattoo BudcastTattoo Buds’ Survival Guide : Tsunamis, Slow Season, Feelings and Flatulence (EP. 46) TATTOO BUDCASTWe got a Bud Solo on our hands today! James is back from his Hawaiian tattoo trip and—believe it or not—he narrowly survived a tsunami scare. He’s spilling all the wild details about how he escaped his brush with death. 🌊
But it wouldn’t be the Budcast without some laughs—your Buds dive into food talk, fart jokes, and a taste-test of the latest Flamin’ Hot product 🔥. Then they wrap things up with a real tattoo shop convo: the dreaded slow season—and how they plan to make the downtime actually productive this year.
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2025-09-161h 30Tattoo BudcastStandard Issue Pizza Rolls: Piercing Myths & Truths w/ Alexx (Ep. 45) TATTOO BUDCASTIt’s hard to run a tattoo-centered podcast without eventually touching on piercing—and today, the Buds welcome their very first piercer guest! 🎉 Long-time friend and professional piercer Alexx joins the show. With over a decade of experience, she’s here to bust common piercing myths, drop some piercing truths, and share a few horror stories from the chair. Of course, she’s bringing plenty of laughs along the way.
Tune in for a brand-new episode packed with sharp stories and even sharper insights!
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2025-09-091h 47Tattoo Budcast1 Star On Yelp, 5 Stars in Friendship: With Emily Taylor & Pops (EP. 44) TATTOO BUDCASTWhat’s better than one guest? TWO guests! 🎉 This week the Buds sit down with not one but two tattoo buds from Handmade Tattoo: Pops (the shop owner) and his right-hand woman, Emily Taylor.
We get into shop life, coworker dynamics, and even read some of their most ridiculous Yelp reviews. Emily shares how she almost didn’t apply to her first tattoo shop right out of her apprenticeship, and Pops opens up about surviving a two-year closure and what it was like to open a shop at the worst possible time in history.
And of cour...
2025-09-021h 52Tattoo BudcastJohnny Vampotna: LA's Paranormal Trad-Dad of Tattoos (EP. 43) TATTOO BUDCASTOn this episode, we conjure up the ghost guy himself—Johnny Vampotna. Best known as the paranormal trad-dad of LA, you can spot one of his ghostly or Halloween-inspired tattoos from a mile away. But Johnny doesn’t just draw otherworldly things—he lives them.
We dive into his career, branding, and spiritual “gifts.” And for the first time ever, we get a story for the Tattoo Cover-Up that will have you questioning reality.
So light a candle, call upon the spirits, and materialize with us for this eerie episode.
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2025-08-261h 51Tattoo BudcastThis Episode Stinks : Ai Robots, Listener Questions & Confessions. (Ep. 42) Tattoo BudcastTRUST US, THIS ONE STINKS… LITERALLY.
This week the Buds get nose-deep in the world of smells (don’t ask why, we don’t know either). But what really stinks? AI tattoo robots invading NYC’s tattoo shops. Thanks to a spicy listener comment, the Buds also dive back into the messy mentor/apprentice dynamic and why it rarely lasts longer than a stick-and-poke.
For the first time in forever, we’ve got a listener submitted advice letter for Tattoo Aftercare (it’s BACK) that takes things from stinky to sticky. Plus, Tattoo Cover-Up segment — and the listen...
2025-08-191h 17Tattoo BudcastThe Buds On Trial : Attorney Matt Gomes Explains Your Rights (EP. 41) TATTOO BUDCASTCourt is now in session! The Buds sit down with Attorney Matt Gomez to tackle some burning legal questions. We’re getting to know our rights… and maybe litigating a few grudges we’ve been holding against each other. This is one hearing you won’t want to miss. Laugh now, or be held in contempt.
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2025-08-131h 24Tattoo BudcastROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series! | Tattoo Budcast Bonus 3🎉 BONUS EPISODE ALERT! 🎉
Welcome to Part 3 of our ROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series!
We’re hittin’ the highway and bringing you along for the ride—literally. Hop in the back seat (audio-only, sorry not sorry) as Sanae and Jimmy Jam trade stories, trash talk, and questionable snack choices en route to the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest.
No guests. No edits. Just raw, unfiltered car chaos.
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2025-08-0735 minTattoo BudcastROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series! | Tattoo Budcast Bonus 2🎉 BONUS EPISODE ALERT! 🎉
Welcome to Part 2 of our ROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series!
We’re hittin’ the highway and bringing you along for the ride—literally. Hop in the back seat (audio-only, sorry not sorry) as Sanae and Jimmy Jam trade stories, trash talk, and questionable snack choices en route to the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest.
No guests. No edits. Just raw, unfiltered car chaos.
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2025-08-0735 minTattoo BudcastROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series! | Tattoo Budcast Bonus 1🎉 BONUS EPISODE ALERT! 🎉
Welcome to Part 1 of our ROADBUDS: Road Trip, Prescott or Bust series!
We’re hittin’ the highway and bringing you along for the ride—literally. Hop in the back seat (audio-only, sorry not sorry) as Sanae and Jimmy Jam trade stories, trash talk, and questionable snack choices en route to the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest.
No guests. No edits. Just raw, unfiltered car chaos.
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2025-08-0731 minTattoo BudcastROADBUDS: Tattoo Summer Camp with Mike Pinto, Adrienne & Tony Carey, Close Out Northern AZ Fest | TATTOO BUDCAST 40On this episode, we’re packing up and saying goodbye to the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest—but not before one last session with some of the realest to ever do it. First up is long-time convention staple, tattooer, master painter, and certified Rad Dad: Mike Pinto. He takes us back to where it all started and gives his take on where the industry is headed. Then we sit down with the couple behind it all—Adrienne and Tony Carey. With zero experience and 100% heart, they built this convention from the ground up, turning sleepy little Prescott into a once-a-year tattoo...
2025-08-051h 14Tattoo BudcastRoadBuds Northern AZ Tattoo Convention: Jared Starbard, Samazon & Dalton Elliott | TATTOO BUDCAST 39RoadBuds Reloaded – Jared Starbard, Samazon & Dalton Elliott
This week, the Tattoo Buds are still kicking it mountainside in beautiful Prescott, Arizona for the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest—because why leave a good time? In this fresh RoadBuds episode, we wrangle three tattoo artists straight from the convention floor and jump right into the chaos.
First up is Jared Starbard, a long-time tattooer out of Camarillo, California, who delivers a Tattoo Cover-Up story so savage.. we’ll just say it wasn’t a victimless crime. Then we’ve got Samazon, a Denver-based veteran who may or may not be...
2025-07-291h 34Tattoo BudcastROADBUDS : Live from Prescott, Northern Arizona Tattoo Convention ft. KC Lange (Ep. 38)The Tattoo Buds are back on the road and barely holding it together—literally. After losing just one hubcap (RIP), we rolled into the Northern Arizona Tattoo Fest with our eyes peeled for tattoo greatness—and maybe a funnel cake. First up in the hot seat: Washington’s own KC Lange! KC is a seasoned tattooer, former graphic designer, and motorcycle maniac who rode all the way from the Pacific Northwest to Prescott like a real-life Mad Max with a sketchbook. We talk road trips, career pivots, weird convention moments, and his alleged beef with old ladies (don’t cancel h...
2025-07-2250 minTattoo BudcastTattooing, Podcasting & Losing 20k Followers Ft. Chelsey Hamilton Wagner (Ep. 37)Today we’re joined by a fellow podcasting powerhouse and longtime tattooer, Chelsey Wagner Hamilton—cohost of The Blastover! Chelsey’s been in the game for nearly 20 years, and somehow also manages to do the work of 12 people in one day. We’re not saying we’re jealous… but we’re definitely plotting.
We get into Chelsey’s tattoo journey, the mystery of her missing 20k followers, and what it’s like juggling podcasting, self-producing merch, painting, and tattooing without fully combusting. This one’s got laughs, gossip, and Bud-on-Bud podcast synergy.
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2025-07-151h 26Tattoo BudcastRando Baggins: Tattooing, Sobriety & emotional chaos (Ep. 36)We’ve got a fresh Budcast for ya, and this one’s coming in hot. The Buds are joined by tattooer and master painter Rando Baggins, and after a slight pre-show hiccup (let’s just say someone almost didn’t make it), we kick things off with arguably our most unhinged ice breaker yet.
Then it’s time to dig into the saga of Rando... From getting arrested for graffiti to becoming a full-blown tattoo wizard. We also get into sobriety... Rando and Jimmy Jam both share their experiences, and we ask: Why are so many tattoo...
2025-07-081h 38Tattoo BudcastAstro Buds: Birth Chart Chaos & the Dangers of Astrology Tattoos (Ep. 35)The buds blast off into the cosmos with special guest Reyna of Unity Sanctum—Astrologer, Seer, Seeker and professional planet interpreter. She’s here to break down what astrology actually is (and isn’t), answer some listener questions, and read the Tattoo Buds’ birth charts. Will we finally uncover why the Tattoo Buds are such chaotic little goblins? Maybe it’s written in the stars. Tune in and find out which planets to blame for our bad decisions!
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2025-07-011h 38Tattoo BudcastJohnny Bones: Ispiration, Tattoo Shop Pet peeves & a Crush on Ronald McDonald (Ep. 34)Today the buds are joined by a very special guest, legendary Los Angeles tattooer Johnny Bones—this man is a master of black and gray, jack-of-all-styles, and has never kicked a fast food mascot out of bed. With 26 years of tattooing under his belt and a major role in shaping Sanae’s own tattoo journey, Bones brings the wisdom and the jokes.
We talk about his 2.5 decades-long career, what keeps him inspired. Ever wonder what tattoo artists really hate? We're talking shop pet peeves, unspoken rules, and yes—someone definitely gets roasted.
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2025-06-241h 38Tattoo BudcastDisneyland "Trip", Tattoo Myths Busted & Getting Banned from a Del TacoWelcome back, Buds! It’s a solo sesh today, and the gang’s fresh off a Disneyland staycation where the real magic might’ve happened in the hotel room (wink wink—definitely not sponsored by mushrooms).
We’re catching up on life, breaking down our weirdest reoccurring and lucid dreams, and diving deep into Tattoo Myths You Probably Still Believe. Think tattoo white ink hurts more? Think again.
Plus, for the first time in ages, Jimmy Jam brings the heat with a brand-new “Tattoo Cover-Up” story—a chaotic confession that may or may not involve being banned fro...
2025-06-171h 28Tattoo BudcastBarter Tattoos, Bidets, Bubonic Plague & Self-Acceptance Ft. Rob Graye (Ep. 32)This week on the Tattoo Budcast, the Buds are flushing out the facts—literally—with tattooer, shop owner, and longtime friend Robert Graye! Rob’s a master of neo-traditional tattoos, but don’t put him in a stylistic box—he’ll bust right out of it (with perfect line weight).
We cover everything from bidets and bubonic plague to urethral E. coli (yes, you read that right). Then we get serious-ish and talk about how Rob got into tattooing, the emotional sting of constructive criticism, and the financial rollercoaster that is full-time tattooing.
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2025-06-101h 15Tattoo BudcastLGBTQ+ in Tattooing: Yesi Concepcion Spills the Rainbow Tea (Ep. 31)We’re kicking off PRIDE Month the only way we know how—by handing the mic to someone better suited and wiser than us. This week, veteran tattooer, shop owner, and self-proclaimed “rainbow” Yesi Concepcion joins the Buds to talk about her 15-year journey in the tattoo industry and what it’s like living between “girls’ girl” and “one of the boys” territory. We get real (real dumb) about queer identity in tattooing, the spaces that shaped her, and yes—there are still plenty of wheeze-laughs along the way. It’s heartfelt, it’s hilarious, and it’s basically tattoo shop conversation with...
2025-06-031h 20Tattoo BudcastRoad Buds - Live from the Grand Canyon State Tattoo Convention (Ep 30)Live from Arizona! The Buds hit the road and somehow didn’t get kicked out of the Grand Canyon State Tattoo Convention! This is our first-ever on-location episode, recorded straight from the floor of the con. We’re chopping it up with the masterminds behind the madness, Drew Rhinehart and Lloyd Parrack, and vibing with a killer lineup of artists—Sam Avitia, Mikey T, Nestor Gonzalez, and our returning roadbud, Franklin Allen. We’re swapping convention hacks, artists personal histories, and finding inspiration through these solid guests. Come for the tattoo talk, stay for the traveling circus energy.
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2025-05-2754 minTattoo BudcastTattoo Travel Tales, Flash Failures & Robots in the Bedroom (Ep. 29)The Tattoo Buds are reunited and it feels... weird!
After over a month apart, Jimmy Jam’s back from tour and Sanae’s back from guest spotting in Hawaii—and they’ve brought travel stories, snacks, and sunburns. This week, they’re asking the real questions, like: Why don’t tattooers take photos with their clients anymore? Is it time to bring back the awkward arm-around-the-client shot?
The Buds also let AI guess what they look like, and it’s alarmingly accurate for one of them. Speaking of creepy tech—have you heard of AI brothels? Becaus...
2025-05-2058 minTattoo BudcastFrom Burnout to Boink Lists, Tattoo Industry Misconduct : Tattoo Talk Gets Weird (Again) (EP. 28)Welcome back to another chaotic session of the Tattoo Budcast, where Jimmy Jam is mysteriously MIA (no, really—someone check his location). But don’t worry, Honorary Bud Goonies is back in the co-pilot seat with Sanae, and the girls are talking DRAWERS BLOCK, baby. Goonies shares how she clawed her way out of an inspiration slump and back into the tattoo groove.
Then things get unhinged with the viral “Hear Me Out” TikTok challenge, where the Buds expose their most questionable crushes—we’re talking cartoon hotties and hotbeds from their youth.
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2025-05-131h 24Tattoo BudcastBrandon (Not So) Lazy: Tattoo Rules, Flash Madness & a Cover up for the ages! (Ep: 27) Ft. Brandon ServellonThe Buds are reunited and they’ve brought in a certified Flash Machine! This week we’re joined by our longtime friend and unflappable tattoo wizard, Brandon Servillon—master of many styles, with over 15 years in the game and well over 100 hand-painted flash sheets to prove it. We’re grilling Brandon on what keeps him chill, inspired, and not rage-quitting after sheet #87. Then we tackle one of tattooing’s great debates: which direction should your tattoos face? (Apparently some of y’all need a compass.) Finally, we close it out with our Cover Up segment, where Brandon confesses to one of the w...
2025-05-061h 20Tattoo BudcastPrickle Wolf: Tattooing, Positivity & a Political Tattoo on a 9-Year-Old?! | ft. Pokey Wolf (Ep. 26)Sanae's out this week, so honorary Bud *Goonies* steps up as co-Bud, and together with Jimmy Jam, they welcome the one and only *Pokey*—a personal friend of the pod and officially the Nicest Man in Tattooing™. With 20+ years under his belt, Pokey gives us the lowdown on his career, shares a regrettable (and hilarious) story from the vault, and we all collectively lose our minds reacting to a viral video of a 9-year-old in Arizona getting a political tattoo (yes, you read that right).
We also dive into the chaos of people bringing their kids to...
2025-04-291h 55Tattoo BudcastNew Tattoo Tech Fails, Anesthesia Tattoos & Listener Chaos Q&A (Ep. 25)Jimmy Jam is back from allegedly starring in an action movie where he definitely did his own stunts and absolutely didn’t just hang around craft services. He and Sanae reunite after a brief separation (no, they’re not mad at each other) to react to the latest so-called "innovations" in tattooing—including people getting full pieces done under general anesthesia. It’s upsetting. They’re upset.
Also: listener questions, bad advice, and questionable mentorship wisdom for someone trying to land an apprenticeship.
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2025-04-221h 01Tattoo BudcastClient Red Flags, Viral Fights & Booking Power Moves with Karen RiveraI (Ep. 24)**Welcome back to another session of *Tattoo Budcast*!**
This week, our Honorary Bud **Goonie** is riding shotgun (seriously—has *anyone* seen Jimmy Jam?), helping Sanae wrangle our guest: the *Billy Zane of Hair* herself, alt-hairdresser **Karen Rivera**. (Btw, who was the real villain of Titanic?)
Karen’s booked *and* unbothered—she’s so booked, she doesn’t even take new clients anymore. She’s spilling the tea on how she built a ride-or-die roster and created a career on her own terms. Tattoo artists, take notes—some of these moves might just work for you too.
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2025-04-151h 15Tattoo BudcastAre Aliens Misunderstood? + Tattoo Gatekeeper Persona vs. Tattoo Customer Service (Ep. 23)Hey buds! We’re back for another session, and Jimmy Jam has *barely* survived his journey to a tattoo convention—turns out travel logistics aren't exactly his strong suit. This week, we spiral into the great beyond with a hot take on aliens: are they just misunderstood? Have Hollywood and the government given them a bad rap? Does Sanae have a reason to be scared ? Or is Jimmy Jam right that they’re just U.F.O.s [Unidentified Friendly Others] ?
We also unravel the spooky mystery of a whole town that allegedly vanished into thin ai...
2025-04-081h 23Tattoo BudcastWayne Fredrickson’s Brand Building: Tattooing, Content & Business Success (Ep. 22)Today, the Tattoo Buds sit down with a true OG of the tattoo YouTube game—Wayne Fredrickson of the *Unite & Win Podcast*! Despite rolling in on a broken foot, Wayne proves he just can't sit still. From opening multiple shops to traveling the country in his van to tattoo on the road, launching a tattoo supply company, and running his own podcast and YouTube channel, he's got a [broken] foot in just about everything.
If you're a tattooer—or just someone struggling to stay motivated, or waiting for the "perfect time"—this episode is for you. Get...
2025-04-011h 09Tattoo BudcastPsychedelics, Fine Art Fails & Tattoo Requests We Had to REFUSE (Ep 21)The Tattoo Buds are back and flying solo—no guests, just chaos. Sanae spills on her star-studded weekend (celeb cameos included), while Jimmy Jam takes us deep into his first ever psychedelic trip. Spoiler: it involves life-altering insights, the Getty Museum, and your favorite lowbrow Buds talking highbrow art in the most undignified way possible.
We also pay our respects to tattoo legend Jack Rudy (RIP), react to @ryanroitattoo’s viral call-out on the toxic side of tattoo apprenticeships, and swap stories about the weirdest, wildest, and straight-up worst tattoo requests we’ve ever gotten—including the ones we...
2025-03-251h 12Tattoo BudcastConfessions of a Traveling Tattooer (Ep20) Ft. Chris De ArmasThis week, the Tattoo Buds are hangin’ with none other than Chris de Armas—a 20-year tattoo wizard from Orange County who’s basically done it all. Award-winning tattooer? Check. World traveler? Check. Owner of American Vintage Tattoo, Electric Pagoda Printing, AND Bandit Laser Tattoo Removal? Triple check. He tattoos, he removes tattoos, he probably dreams in tattoos.
We chat about his insane experience tattooing in Nepal (spoiler: it’s not your average tattoo convention), get some pro tips for when you're on the road, and dive into the age-old question: how much should you actually...
2025-03-181h 29Tattoo BudcastSip & Ink Ick (Ep19)This week, the Tattoo Buds are back with their honorary third Bud, Goonies, for another episode of tattoo talk, unfiltered rants, and completely unnecessary (but hilarious) poop stories. We’re airing our grievances about the latest crime against tattooing—the rise of “sip and ink” (aka “ink and drink”) events. Bad tattoos and booze? What could possibly go wrong? We also debate whether having a signature style as a tattoo artist is imperative or not. Plus, we revisit some long-lost tattoo trends, and show off our weirdest tattoos. Lastly we’re sharing the totally professional (or not) ways we prepare (or don’...
2025-03-111h 19Tattoo BudcastHungry In Whittier (Ep 18) Ft. Steph PortugalHUNGRY IN WHITTIER (EP 19) ft. Steph Portugal I Tattoo Budcast w/ Sanae Garcia & Jimmy Jam
Buds, this one’s a **mouthful**—literally! 🍔🤣 Today, we’ve got **Steph Portugal** of *Hungry in Whittier* in the house! She’s a **tattoo collector, food blogger, pro photographer**, and—let’s be real—**one of Jimmy Jam’s longtime enablers [buds]**.
We’re talking how Steph turned a hobby into a 55k following on her @hungryinwhittier IG. We’re also getting in to ** tattoo regrets, and whether Pete Davidson’s blank-slate skin is a crime against art** (spoiler: it is...
2025-03-041h 28Tattoo BudcastEpisode 17 - "Better Buds Next Year" Q&A**The Tattoo Buds are back with a solo episode, and 2 out of 2 Buds agree—this might be their favorite one yet!** They’re coming in hyper, ridiculous, and ready to spill all the ink. This week, they’re diving into some of the first tattoos they *almost* got (and are *very* glad they didn’t). Plus, they’re introducing a brand-new segment: answering listener questions straight from Instagram! Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe even cringe a little.
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2025-02-251h 09Tattoo BudcastEpisode 16 - "Born At A Young Age" Ft. Thea WardenThis week, we've got a Bud in session! Jimmy Jam and Sanae are sitting down with Thea Warden, a well-respected 17-year veteran tattoo artist from Fullerton, California. Specializing in Neo-Traditional tattoos, Thea shares her unique tattoo journey and how she manages the pressures of her career. We dive deep into the responsibility an artist holds when verifying a tattoo design’s background—particularly when it comes to avoiding problematic influences. Plus, Thea and the Tattoo Buds show some of the very first tattoos they ever did, offering a fun and nostalgic look back at their early work. As always, we’r...
2025-02-181h 23Tattoo BudcastEpisode 15 - "ValenTimes"Welcome to your Valentine’s session! In this special episode, we’re diving into all things LOVE. The Buds chat about the ultimate Valentine’s date ideas, share hilarious stories of embarrassing crushes, and discuss the trend of couples tattoos – including couple dynamics in tattoo shops. We also reflect on the mysterious ways of Cupid and why we’re low-key worried about him. Tune in for our first-ever Valentine’s celebration!
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2025-02-111h 13Tattoo BudcastEpisode 14 - "2nd Opinion Pablo" Ft. Pablo Hurtado LMFTOne of the best things about tattoo shops is you never know who’s going to walk through the door—and this week, it’s a therapist with a twist! Join the Tattoo Buds as they sit down with Pablo Hurtado, LMFT, a tattooed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who’s got a lot to share about the intersection of psychology, relationships, and tattoos.
We’re kicking off Valentine's month by diving into the psychology of dating, relationships, and the complexities of human connection. Plus, Pablo answers some of your burning listener questions. Did you know your ta...
2025-02-041h 54Tattoo BudcastEpisode 13 - "McRibbed"Welcome back to another solo session with your favorite buds! Today, it's just the two of them catching up on their silly little lives, sharing some of their fears, and reminiscing about the early days of social media and email. Sanae gives a hilarious review of a strange movie James assigned to her in a previous episode. He also introduces her to her very first McRib (spoiler: it's a moment!). Plus, they dive into tattoo cover-ups and tackle a listener question about how to move past a bad tattoo experience. Tune in for all the laughs, the nostalgia, and...
2025-01-281h 18Tattoo BudcastEpisode 12 - "Flores Gump" Ft. Chango aka MonkeyWelcome back to your next session! This week, the Tattoo Buds are collabing with a legendary West Coast black and gray tattoo artist, the one and only Chango! Get ready for a mix of laughs, tattoo talk, and wild tattoo shop stories as Chango takes us through his tattoo journey—from the grind to the glory. Tune in to hear about his craft, the ups and downs of the industry, and some unforgettable tales.
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2025-01-211h 26Tattoo BudcastEpisode 11 - "I'm luvin it"How detailed should your tattoo ideas be? As a tattoo artist, how much do you want your clients to describe their vision? Or as a client, how specific should you get when sharing your ideas? In this episode, the Tattoo Buds dive into the art of communication between artists and clients, breaking down the balance between creativity and clarity. Better yet, we're chatting over some classic McDonald's — because who doesn’t love a side of fries with their tattoo talk? Tune in for all the juicy details!
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2025-01-141h 03Tattoo BudcastEpisode 10 - "Fifty Shades of Brown"Like & Subscribe to Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TattooBudcast
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2025-01-071h 07Tattoo BudcastEpisode 9 - "New Year, Same Buds"In this week's episode, the Tattoo Buds dive into a range of tattoo topics as they discuss what tattoos they'd like to see less of in 2025, the effects of the "slow season" in tattooing, and the new found transparency in the industry. They also explore the pros and cons of internet tattooers sharing tips and tricks online. As the new year approaches, the Buds reflect on their own New Year's resolutions and share challenges you can take on alongside them in 2025. Tune in for a fun and thought-provoking conversation with your Tattoo Buds!
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2024-12-311h 19Tattoo BudcastEpisode 8 - "Jingle Buds" Christmas SpecialFALALALALALALALAAAAAA! Welcome to your special Christmas session! This week, the Buds spread Christmas cheer by sharing ridiculous stories of Christmases past. They unpack childhood embarrassments and exchange gifts.
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2024-12-231h 07Tattoo BudcastEpisode 7 - "Hide and GO Seek"Yeehaw! The Buds are back with their Road-Bud, Franklin Allen! With over a decade and a half of tattooing experience and a regular presence on the tattoo convention circuit, Frank’s seen it all. In this episode, we dive into his tattoo journey, from the early days to becoming a convention slayer. We talk apprenticeships, modern day access to the industry, and the new challenges due to changes in the industry. Plus, James and Frank tell Sanae some wild, unforgettable stories from conventions past. Don’t miss it!
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2024-12-171h 05Tattoo BudcastEpisode 6 - "Arrested in Mexico" ft. GooniesThis week, The Buds sit down with their talented coworker, Goonies Ulloa—a tattoo artist, musician, and maybe even a fugitive in Mexico? Tune in as they dive into tips for preparing for your tattoo appointment, discuss the delicate art of breaking up with clients, and stick around for Goonies' exclusive confession during the Tattoo Coverup segment!
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2024-12-101h 20Tattoo BudcastEpisode 5 - "Chilis!! Babies Have Ribs"Join the Buds as they take a trip down memory lane, sharing stories from their childhoods and the awkward moments that come with it. They dive into the cringe-worthy experience of forgetting a client's name and the frustration of having their creative freedom stripped away. Plus, don't miss the debut of a new segment, The Tattooer Trash Diet, where they sample the latest, hottest menu items from Chili’s.
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2024-12-031h 04Tattoo BudcastEpisode 4 - "Scary Time, Excellent!"On today’s episode, the Buds time travel back to Halloween night, thanks to their Wayne and Garth costumes. They sit down with Jill Syren Sarratt, a local witch and seasoned tattoo artist, for an enchanting interview. Tune in as they delve into Jill’s fascinating career, explore her spiritual practices and rituals, and discuss the pitfalls of trendy "internet witchcraft." It's a spellbinding conversation you won’t want to miss!
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2024-11-261h 13Tattoo BudcastEpisode 3 - "Mood Dang"Join us for today's session, the Buds talk about and show their new tattoos, and share their craziest tattoo shop stories. They also try the latest Flamin' Hot finds and discuss all things Moo Deng
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2024-11-191h 11Tattoo BudcastEpisode 2 - "Upstate Poo York"In this episode of The Tattoo Budcast, the buds dive into the comeback of early 2000s fashion and how it's influencing trends today. They also share insights on managing ADHD, numbing for tattoos, and, as a grand finale, Jimmy Jam reveals a haunting secret from his past—one that still keeps him up at night.
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2024-11-121h 03Tattoo BudcastEpisode 1 - "Wanted in Canada"Welcome to your first session! Join the buds as they dive into all things tattoo related... and some things not so "tattoo related". Stay tuned to the very end to hear a confession from your co-bud, Sanae.
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