Episodes
On this weeks episode, Rich and Mike sit down with Kentucky-based tattooer Lauren Dirksen to talk about Laurens journey in tattooing, red flags and green flags within finding an apprenticeship, what it means to work in a shop that is conducive to growth and care for an artist, and so much more. Tune in to hangout for the newest episode of Pull The Line.
Published 05/03/24
On this weeks episode, Rich and Mike sit down with tattooing legend, and owner of Cincinnati's oldest tattoo shop, Dana Brunson. The gang talks about Dana's tattooing history, what it was like to work amongst "the old guys" of tattooing, what it means to truly immerse yourself in the craft, the ever-growing corporate presence in tattooing, and so much more. Tune in for a very special episode.
Published 04/13/24
In the newest episode of Pull The Line, the gang sits down with Biomechanical artist and tattooist Dan Hazelton to discuss Dan's history in tattooing, the parallels between music and tattooing, the lines we walk with clients, and so much more. Tune in and hangout!
Published 03/29/24
On this weeks episode, Rich and Mike sit down with Milwaukee-based tattooer and owner of Honey Wraith Tattoo, Jennifer Love. The 3 of them talk about a wide variety of topics including the reckless side of commercialized tattooing, learning to set boundaries for yourself & clients, the importance of providing safe spaces for clients who are apart of the LGBTQ+ community, exploring creative passion outside of business, and so much more. Tune in and hang out!
Published 03/08/24
On this weeks episode, the gang sits down with Wisconsin based bio-mech wizard Jason Vogt to talk about imposter syndrome, the ebb and flow of confidence as tattooers, the ethics behind owning a tattoo shop, finding what speaks to you artistically, punk music, and so much more. Tune in and hang out for a very analytical episode.
Published 02/23/24
On the newest episode of Pull The Line, the gang sits down with Eau Claire based tattooer Keith Kohrs in what is the longest episode to date so far. We discuss the in's and out's of finding your tribe in tattooing, the kind of boundaries that are important to set for yourself, your clients, and your work, as well as what it means to harness community through having integrity and being grateful, among so much more. Tune in and hang out with us for what turned out to be a very special episode.
Published 02/07/24
On this weeks episode of Pull The Line, Mikeal and Rich sit down with Milwaukee-based tattooist Johny "Rocket" Rodriguez from Black Dawn Tattoo. The gang discusses Rockets history in tattooing, finding the road to tattooing in a small town, accolades he's earned on the road, finding a rhythm to teaching seminars, and so much more. Tune in to see what one of Wisconsin's finest has been up to.
Published 01/20/24
On this weeks episode, Lisa & Mikeal sit down with Wisconsin-based tattooer, and owner of Northern Tide Tattoo, Micah Gunderson. The group covers a wide range of subject matters, primarily focused around finding apprenticeships, the challenges often felt by anybody pursuing tattooing as a career, gatekeeping around tattooing, and the process of booking & operations that Micah and his crew at Northern Tide have adapted.
Published 01/05/24
On this weeks episode of Pull The Line, Mikeal & Rich sit down with Maryland based tattoo artist Chris Mensah to talk about Chris' history over the last 26 years in tattooing. From the making of needles, to the progression of technology inside the craft, to tattooing dark skin, this weeks episode is a thorough one filled to the brim with retrospection as well as modernity.
Published 12/23/23
On this weeks episode, Rich and Mikeal sit down with Nicholas D. York to discuss his history in tattooing, gatekeeping, antique flash tattooing, and paying homage to the craft that came before you. Tune in and hangout.
Published 12/08/23
On this episode of Pull The Line, Mikeal and Rich sit down with Chicago-based realism tattooer Mike Fisher-Dubois to discuss learning the hard way, finding sobriety, the importance of checking our mental health, and becoming a father while being a tattooer. Tune in and hang out.
Published 11/24/23
Episode 1 features Rich, Lisa, and Mikeal sitting down to talk about their careers in tattooing. From the search for an apprenticeship, to the current work habits each person operates within. 55+ years of experience between the 3 of them has brought a unique dynamic to the experience. Sit down and introduce yourself to your new favorite tattooing podcast.
Published 11/08/23