Carving it Out features stories of the women of skateboarding, both on the board and behind the scenes. Hosted by Heather Jennier and Paula MacDonald, we we want to help continue to grow girls' and women's skate in a positive way through highlighting the stories of the women, past and present, who have helped lead the way and make space for all of us in a male dominated industry.
Carving It Out: Women's Skate Stories
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Carving it Out features stories of the women of skateboarding, both on the board and behind the scenes. Hosted by Heather Jennier and Paula MacDonald, we we want to help continue to grow girls' and women's skate in a positive way through highlighting the stories of the women, past and present, who have helped lead the way and make space for all of us in a male dominated industry.
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Recent Episodes
June 6, 2026
EP022 - Annie Guglia
<p>Canadian Olympic skater and women’s sport advocate <b>Annie Guglia</b> shares her journey from borrowing her brother’s skateboard to representing Canada in the Olympics and as president of Canada Skateboard. Learn more about Annie’s inspiring journey and her insights on building community, creating more opportunities for girls and women, and empowering the next generation of female skaters. You can follow Annie on Instagram at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/nnieguglia" target="_blank">nnieguglia</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:15 Introduction to Annie Guglia</p><p>00:51 Getting Started as a Skater</p><p>03:11 The Endless Possibilities of Skateboarding</p><p>05:00 Passion for Skating Over Other Sports</p><p>06:34 Annie's Training Routine</p><p>09:27 How the Olympics Have Transformed Skateboarding</p><p>12:07 The Secret Language of Skaters</p><p>12:16 The Changing Landscape of Women's Skateboarding</p><p>13:01 The Olympics as Pathway to Sport</p><p>13:39 The Importance of Being an All-Around Athlete</p><p>14:54 Challenges for Young Female Athletes</p><p>15:44 Extreme Youth in Olympic Sport</p><p>18:58 Role Models Through Social Media Today</p><p>21:08 Finding Ways to Keep Teen Girls Skating</p><p>24:42 Closing the Performance Gap</p><p>25:41 The Importance of Community and Belonging</p><p>27:58 Equity vs. Equality in Sports</p><p>31:34 How the Media Covers Women's Skating</p><p>36:29 More Interest in Women's Sports</p><p>37:34 Different Approaches for Coaching Women vs. Men</p><p>39:20 New Opportunities for Girl Skaters in Media and Ads</p><p>41:43 Importance of Health to Be Your Best Self</p><p>44:25 Annie's Canada Skateboard Leadership</p><p>48:26 A Passion for Leadership in Everything</p><p>51:05 Involvement with the Skirtboarders</p><p>52:52 The Impact of Community and Mentorship</p><p>55:29 Tech Deck Start Pushing Program</p><p>57:57 Creating Accessible Skateboarding Programs</p><p>58:25 What's Next for Annie</p><p>01:00:50 Rapid Fire Questions</p><p>01:04:20 Inspiring the Next Generation of Girl Skaters</p><p>01:06:44 Closing Credits and Music</p>
March 15, 2026
EP021 - Elise Crigar
<p>Florida skater and digital creator <b>Elise Crigar</b> talks about her role as a sports marketer and advocate for women’s skate sports. Elise shares her insights on Florida and California skate culture, the evolution of the industry and empowering the next generation of female skaters through the reach of social media. Keep up with Elise at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/elise_crigar" target="_blank">elise_crigar</a> on Instagram.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Opening Credits and Music</p><p>00:15 Intro to Elise and Early Days of Skating</p><p>01:41 Inspired by Skate and Surf Magazines</p><p>03:26 Fostering the Creative Spirit from an Early Age</p><p>04:57 Encouraged by Skater Friends</p><p>05:34 The Stoke of Connecting with Another Skater Girl</p><p>08:05 Having a Front Seat to the Evolution of Girls' Skateboarding</p><p>10:20 Connecting with Cindy Whitehead to Create 'It's Not About Pretty' Book</p><p>14:20 Designing the Smithsonian Skateboarding Book</p><p>15:26 Dreams Come True-Living in California</p><p>18:18 Working at Octagon Agency in Sports Marketing and Social Media</p><p>21:04 Working Skate Trips Into Work Travel</p><p>22:36 Skateboarding as a Superpower</p><p>25:19 Mentoring Opportunities in Sports Marketing</p><p>28:39 Return to Florida and Current Skate Scene</p><p>32:35 Loving Nora's Board as Current Skate Setup</p><p>33:46 Warm-Up and Health as a Mature Skater</p><p>37:08 Favorite Tricks</p><p>38:33 The Positive Effects of Social Media on Girls' Skateboarding</p><p>41:26 LA 2028 Dreams</p><p>42:33 Dream Skatepark Features</p><p>43:51 Dream Skate Sesh Partner</p><p>45:36 Advice for Supporting Girls' Skateboarding</p><p>47:16 Closing Credits and Music</p>
March 1, 2026
EP020 - Norma Ibarra
<p>Inspiring skate photographer and activist Norma Ibarra shares her journey from a shy schoolgirl in Mexico to a globally recognized skate photographer and community organizer in Canada and beyond. Discover Norma’s insights on the importance of representation, community, travel, and how skateboarding transformed her life. See Norma’s work at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://normaibarra.com">normaibarra.com</a> and follow her adventures on Instagram at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/lapir0">@lapir0</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Opening Credits and Music</p><p>00:15 Intro to Norma</p><p>00:58 Establishing Roots in Canada and Adopting a Nomadic Lifestyle</p><p>04:40 Spending Time in Mexico and the U Can Skate Community</p><p>05:55 A Heart for Activism and Discovering the Skate Community Through the Lens</p><p>09:29 Shooting the Women's Skate Groups in Canada</p><p>11:57 Transition from Shy Girl to Confident Skate Photographer and Activist</p><p>16:06 The Importance of a Support System</p><p>17:47 From Mexico to Canada, an Adventure!</p><p>23:12 Gratitude to the Skate Community During Mom's Time of Need</p><p>27:40 Inspiring Young Skaters in Mexico</p><p>28:59 Finding a Welcome Home in the Skate Community</p><p>31:50 Representation Matters in Skateboarding</p><p>35:49 An Impressive Client List and Memorable Photoshoots</p><p>37:58 Travel to Bolivia with ImiliaSkate</p><p>39:26 Worldwide Recognition for Her Work</p><p>40:13 Olympic Dreams</p><p>42:44 The Importance of Women Behind the Lens</p><p>44:56 WOF Experiences</p><p>46:49 Celebrating the New Generation While Honoring the Pioneers</p><p>49:52 Recognition and Awards in the Skate Community</p><p>52:08 Looking Behind the Scenes on Social Media</p><p>53:08 Finding Balance: Rest and Recovery</p><p>54:42 Photo Gear Norma Uses (A Canon Girl!)</p><p>56:27 Dream Collaborations and Future Projects</p><p>58:40 Embracing Her Inner Fan When Photographing Pros</p><p>01:00:22 Advice for Stepping Out of Comfort Zones</p><p>01:02:50 Closing Credits and Music</p>
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