Simon Lyddiard: OG Energy (Ep. 267).

About this episode

Simon Lyddiard discusses his legacy in Newcastle's street culture and his experiences with motorbikes and skateboarding.

Send us Fan Mail Simon Lyydiard is Newcastle street royalty. For decades he pushed boundaries, built spots, broke himself, and left a legacy that’s still rolling. In this week's episode, Simon talks Newy’s golden years, fixing cars, fixing motorbikes, riding for Foundation, riding for Amnesia, designing board graphics, and the story behind the legendary Leap of Lyydiard. Co-hosted by longtime mate of Simon's, Jim Turvey. Enjoy, Shan Support the show and get discounts! (Click on the link...

People in this episode

Host: Shan

Guest: Simon Lyddiard

Topics covered

• Newcastle
• street culture
• motorbikes
• board graphics
• skateboarding

Keywords

• Fan Mail
• Leap of Lyydiard
• Foundation
• Amnesia

Mentioned in this episode

Products: motorbikes, skateboards

Places: Newcastle

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