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.
To learn more about Ink Different visit https://inkdifferenttattoos.com/podcast
The Truth of Sacred Geometry Tattooing w/ Dillon Forte
Tattoo artist Dillon Forte discusses the meaning and application of sacred geometry in tattooing, offering insights into its spiritual and artistic significance in an interview.
30 May 2025
Secrets from Tattoo Rescue Revealed! w/ Joey Tattoo
Joey Tattoo recounts the unexpected origins of "Tattoo Rescue" and shares insights on revitalizing struggling tattoo shops, in an interview with Paul-Anthony Surdi and Chico Cortez.
16 May 2025
Tattoo Master to Legend: Gill Montie Drops BOMBS on the Industry, Tupac, and More
Get ready for a wild ride through tattoo history with a living legend. In this unforgettable episode, hosts Chico Cortez and Gabe Jaksich sit down with none other than Gil “The Drill” Montie and his wife Gemma Montie (and Luna, his pet guardian) to talk about everything—from the roots of American tattooing to Tupac, biker life, Hollywood stories, and preserving the soul of the craft.
💥 What’s inside this epic episode:
🖤 Gil’s stories of tattooing legends like Tupac, working with Zeke Owens, and hanging with Philly Eddie.
🎤 Behind the scenes of movies, music videos, and celebrity tattoos (yep, even Biggie).
🔥 The real difference between today’s industry and the OG tattoo culture.
💉 The magic of being a true “tattoo man” vs. just doing tattoos.
📜 Why preserving tattoo history matters more than ever.
This one isn’t just a podcast—it’s a masterclass in tattoo legacy, passion, and respect for the roots. If you care about tattoo culture, you need to hear this.
👇 Drop a comment if Gil’s stories hit home or if you’ve got your own OG memories to share.
👍 Like, Subscribe & Share to help us keep real tattoo history alive!
HOST:
Gabe Jaksich - https://www.instagram.com/tattooingcraft/
Chico Cortez - https://www.instagram.com/chicom4l/
GUEST:
Gill "The Drill" Montie - https://www.instagram.com/gillthedrill/
Gemma Montie - https://www.instagram.com/theoneandonly_mrsdrill/
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Studio Production: The Podcast Doctor
Post Production: ABBC Productions
Editor: Alexandra Voelmle
Producer and Editor: Benjamin Collins
COMPANIES ASSOCIATED:
Ink Different Tattoos
Ink Different Tattoo School
Good Humans Aftercare brand
CHAPTERS:
00:00 intro
00:27 Gill Montie the Tattoo Man
03:48 Tattoo Tradition
09:08 TAttoo man as the Medicine Man
11:44 Shop Life
17:20 How Gill and Gemma Met
22:23 Being the partner of a tattoo legend/respecting elders
25:47 Art getting better, pay getting worse/documenting history
35:02 Gill's Hollywood Connections
36:29 TuPac and Biggie
40:42 Relationship between Motorcycles and Tattoos
47:45 Other Tattoo Artists from the past Gill admires
48:41 Gill being a tattoo hero, passing on history and the legac
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Reach and audience
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YouTube views
681,767
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
60
Social presence
97
YouTube
86
Engagement
32
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