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“Can’t wait for more! I would love to see Eddy Deutsche and Shane Tan get interviewed. Also an idea for a continuing show would be to follow someone’s journey from starting to draw to getting an apprenticeship and finally starting to tattoo and getting clients. Thinking like a monthly or quarterly...”Read full review »
Alexander Kanwischer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/24
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“Andrew is a stellar host and brings on some very interesting guests. He is always challenging the standard ways of thinking in the industry and it makes the show really special.”
KyleAcenowr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/23
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“I’ve enjoyed listening to the evolution of this podcast over the years. The host is an excellent interviewer, and the guests are an interesting cross section of the tattoo world. Enjoyable even for just a tattoo fan like me.”
Addelilah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/23
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“Missing the real episode 24 of toothtaker”
Thebigassbear via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/22
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“All of these are great! Listened to many of them twice. We want more!”
mtlsam via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/28/22
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“Every invited artist so far(3) have brought interesting points. Could be deeper reflexions, but I like the spontaneity of the cast.
Editing could improve, but hey, you guys tattoo, not edit podcast day in day out, so 👍🏼to you.”
ScieMont via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/26/21
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“Listeners beware: This podcast is the gold standard. It is so clean and thought provoking that it will make all the rest of the tattoo podcasts seem silly and unprofessional. Seriously though, the best guests and the best content all approached with class, and presented in an interesting,...”Read full review »
tatttman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/21
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“This podcast helps feed the addiction to all things tattooing nicely. Ever season has been fantastic.”
14642Joshua via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/21
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“This podcast is one of my three favourites.”
Owlbeard via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/24/21
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“Interesting and educational to hear from such an elite group of talent. I believe listening to different cats with different backgrounds, points of view, and objectives when it comes to tattooing and art in general is healthy and refreshing. Great approach and overall flow when chopping it up...”Read full review »
SPEREIGH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/21
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“I like it”
evtorres1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/21
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“Excellent, with the quality of most of the best podcasts. I’ve tried several tattoo podcasts and this hit it on the head”
LeroyMustang via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/21
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“I really enjoy listening to you. Please come back!😭”
Flyleaf101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/20
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“Firstly, thank you so much to the creator of this podcast for putting together a collection of contemporary and historical tattoo information.
If anyone would like to hear some great stories of the history of an American tattoo icon, listen to the tapes of Lyle Tuttle. It’s amazing to hear him...”Read full review »
@AdamRomanoTattoo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/20
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“I had heard a couple of these here and there over the last couple of years but decided in the era of COVID and being on lockdown that I would listen to all of them consecutively instead of picking and choosing which ones I might be more interested in. They all bring something valuable to the...”Read full review »
jtospillover via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/20
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“Thanks a lot for such great source of info, for emotions and for your awesome guests. Love every episode 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Helped me to improve my English btw:)))”
Русанчег via Apple Podcasts ·
Russia ·
05/02/20
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“Really interesting conversations with really interesting people. Well presented and covering the broad spectrum that is tattooing.”
JaAded via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/23/20
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“This is a lovely podcast and I’ve been really enjoying it. I just listened to episode 32 and wow! What an impactful, inspiring and thoughtful episode. This podcast is just what I needed right now. I’m approaching my 9th year in the industry and battling severe depression and just summoning the...”Read full review »
SpacePony666 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/20
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“Great show open minded , seems to cover all sides of the job . I enjoyed it”
monahanart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/20
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“I love this podcast.. its challenged opinions I thought were gospel and changed alot about how I viewed this industry”
John muprhy via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
02/29/20
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“thank you so much for doing this. very insightful, challenging and inspiring interviews and topics. keep it up!!!”
тип ААА via Apple Podcasts ·
Russia ·
02/17/20
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“Loving every episode of this podcast. Looking forward to season 4!”
M.M.021 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/20
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“Seriously amazing show. Such great content and speakers. Great host. Check it out.”
dustttpannn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/20
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“Andrew does a great job representing the past and present within Tattoo culture. With a number of famous (and sometimes infamous) guests, Andrew gives access to a spectrum of insight within each episode. Support this one! It’s great!”
Aarowanaliz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/31/20
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“This is my favorite podcast and only podcast I listen to religiously. Highly recommend for anyone who works in the industry or has a passion for tattoos and the culture that comes with it.”
haydengan via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/20/20
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“The best produced and delivered show. Andrew takes it past simply posting random conversations, but rather crafting shows with a narrative. Top Notch.”
ProphBundy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/20
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“I just wanted to say I have really enjoyed your podcast. I just discovered it after Virginia Elwood posted about her episode and I’ve been listening every day since.
It’s been a refreshing experience to hear the stories and discussions that artists have to share and that they are very relatable...”Read full review »
nomadicalart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/19
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“Books Closed was one of the many study aspects on my list of homework from my mentor through my apprenticeship and this has really helped round my continuous growth and respect for the art form and the artists🙏🙏”
caffinatedkid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/19
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“Great podcast Andrew! Articulate, informative and hillarious! 👍🔥”
Tommy tickle pants via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/13/19
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“This podcast is a godsend. Not only is Andrew very well-versed on tattooing, he also asks very interesting questions leading to great conversations - you’ll be introduced to the incredible and the controversial!”
GAVS92 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/05/19
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“Love this podcast! Finding it informative for my understanding of the tattoo world and of my own experiences as I make my way through an apprenticeship as “Dusty Tattoo” in Oakland, CA. Would love to hear an episode with some apprentices, actually, as there is so much discussion surrounding the...”Read full review »
Dusty Tattoo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/19
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“Appreciate this podcast. Can’t wait for a new season!”
bodyartbyjake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/19
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“I think each episode gets better as the seasons go, but that’s not to discredit early or past episodes. With more trends coming into the spotlight and Andrew’s thoughts being challenged and grown based on these discussions, whether they’re with a revered figure or someone looked at with more of a...”Read full review »
mperko324 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/19
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“This podcast presents a really unique take on exploring tattooing and it’s evolution. And although it is definitely built for Tattooers, it is truly for listeners from all walks of life! Andrew is a great host and I hope to see this podcast continue for a long long time!”
xhutdx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/19
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“An indispensable resource for tattooers, collectors, and newbies alike, Books Closed, led by its insightful host and stellar artist, Andrew Stortz, deep dives into the history of the tattooing and tries to navigate the changing landscape of an ancient craft.
With a lineup of guests ranging from...”Read full review »
Starr Solventless via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/19
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“One of my favorites podcast!”
Joesdmf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/19
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“Andrew is doing a good job of presenting a in depth look at the way tattooers see the world they live in. There is an amazing balance with the guest selection, and I feel that there is a good amount I am learning with each episode. I am not a tattooer myself, but I am quite entertained. I want to...”Read full review »
Arsenix1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/19
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“Andrew does such a great job at being insightful, interesting, and humble when discussing issues in the tattoo community. I don't work with any experienced tattooers to discuss these topics with so I look forward to the podcasts every week and am enjoying learning more about the tattoo world.”Read full review »
abigail_bowen_tattoos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/19
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“Such a thoughtful and insightful look at what makes up tattooing!! ✨ great job Andrew!”
ogjoeswanson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/19
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“Thanks for producing such engaging and insightful dialogue on a wide range of topics within the tattoo industry. I myself am not working within the industry but I am a tattoo collector and my partner is currently in the midst of an apprenticeship. Thanks providing me with some education on what...”Read full review »
Carlectric via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/19
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“Always engaging and thought provoking. Thanks for doing this Andrew, keep going!”
Wax uppity via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/19
“Andrew has found the people hanging out in the corner of every tattoo artists eye whether they’re venture-capitalists trying to carve out their own piece of the pie or one of the great humble tattooers everyone hears about but never has the nerve to speak to, Andrew gets all of it.”
Bugglol211 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/19
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“Absolutely enjoy the show! I love to learn more about tattoo history, and techniques from the best around. Keep up the good work”
the quickness via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/19
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“Great podcast, very engaging insightful conversations.”
w-lollie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/19
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“You’re doing something great here. Keep up the amazing work.”
@jaydecator via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/01/19
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