Jake Johnson Interview: Cafe Creme Blog

[heritage]

Has some interesting thoughts on the 'evolution' of skateboarding.

http://cafecremeblog.com/2014/01/11/jakejohnsoninterview/

[StabMasterArson]

I think a lot of struggling pros should take not of this

"As you already mentioned, you pays particular importance to perception that people have about skateboarding. Have you ever thought about starting your own company, to show the idea that you have about skateboarding?

I have thought about it from time to time. I don?t have long term plans to survive off of the skateboard industry. I think people who do this can often have an adverse effect on skateboarding. They are afraid to take their creativity into some other industry, and the risks involved, so they are forced to squeeze what they can from skateboarding. Id like to give skateboarding my best years, and then find something else to survive off of"

[Salty Lame Ass Poosey]

Solid

[Morty Seinfeld]

he's got a damn good head on his shoulders.

[max power]

what a boss.

[doublesteveburger]

how does this dude still live in his van? a little envious of his freedom and easy going outlook. I can't leave my fucking house without having a gameplan.


solid dude, solid videoparts, great read.

[Laban Fetus]

I love this dude. Can't help but be reminded of my stoner/conspiracy theorist friend who looks exactly like him every time he goes into pundit mode

[oyolar]

This guy is awesome.  Everything I read from him makes me like him even more.  I really like the fact that he calls himself out on his mistakes, but accepts them without making excuses or trying to cover his ass.  Solid interview.

[Hannity]

gx1000 video should be tasty. they got a damn good crew. yonnie cruz full part?

also that bs nollie over the rail is my new background.

[Andrefosho]

I would like to hear Jake's thoughts on his quartersnacks remixes.

[macgruber]

YAH BUT WHAT SHOES IS HE WEARING GUYS!

[macgruber]

Excellent interview.  It's a shame more skaters aren't so well spoken.

Not everyone's parents are college professors

[SodaJerk]

I'm a little perplexed by this statement

"Contests seem more important for gathering skateboarders together in Europe, and I?ve seen some horrible sponsors at these events, and crowds that i would rather not entertain."

The only questionable contest sponsor that springs to mind is RedBull and their Manny Mania contest. Anyone got an idea of the contests he's referring to?

[Tufty]

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Excellent interview.  It's a shame more skaters aren't so well spoken.

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Not everyone's parents are college professors

Is everyone's parents dipshits and burnouts?

He is not writing a philosophical thesis he just views things with a functioning brain. Its not that hard to think, you just have to give it a try.

[Tufty]

This guy is awesome.  Everything I read from him makes me like him even more.  I really like the fact that he calls himself out on his mistakes, but accepts them without making excuses or trying to cover his ass.  Solid interview.

Its not about making mistakes. I am sure everyone that tends to think for himself in any industry while not being in a position of power has to suffer realising that he has either to make some compromises (against his beliefs and preferences )or go home. Thats what he is talking about.

[ohhyess]

^ Alright Jake we got it.

[TheRealDeal]

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Excellent interview.  It's a shame more skaters aren't so well spoken.

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Not everyone's parents are college professors

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Is everyone's parents dipshits and burnouts?

He is not writing a philosophical thesis he just views things with a functioning brain. Its not that hard to think, you just have to give it a try.

Also, I'm looking forward to a snarky remark from the Gipper in regards to his Listen to Ron Paul shirt.

[NickDagger]

Can't unsee Ron Paul shirt. Although I guess everyone goes through libertarian stage in their early-mid twenties

[dillanharp]

So what's up with the Pals questions?

[dipsteeze]

he's got a damn good head on his shoulders.

.         Cool interview but, What's up with him saying he was mentally disconnected from reality? How did that not spark any further questions? I had heard he freaked out on mushrooms at one point. But he mentioned it wasn't related to drugs... Strange

[Stoeipoes]

I'm a little perplexed by this statement

"Contests seem more important for gathering skateboarders together in Europe, and I?ve seen some horrible sponsors at these events, and crowds that i would rather not entertain."

The only questionable contest sponsor that springs to mind is RedBull and their Manny Mania contest. Anyone got an idea of the contests he's referring to?

I don't know either. You have some contests here in Holland but they are not too corny.

[Beer Keg Peg Leg]

Can't unsee Ron Paul shirt.

[ThugWaffle]

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Excellent interview.  It's a shame more skaters aren't so well spoken.

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Not everyone's parents are college professors

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Is everyone's parents dipshits and burnouts?

He is not writing a philosophical thesis he just views things with a functioning brain. Its not that hard to think, you just have to give it a try.

If Jake's parents had a huge influence on him he would be reenacting  Good Will Hunting, not speaking well about skating.

[ThugWaffle]

Most of the skateboard world today makes me sick.

[Energy Turtle]

I back anybody that can live in their car like that. my buddy did it for awhile. had everything organized and setup it was sick. takes a certain kind of person to be able to handle that. anybody know how old jake is? really liked his answers about the industry.

[paraquat]

Great stuff as always Cafe creme. Keep ya head up Jake

[Laban Fetus]

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he's got a damn good head on his shoulders.

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.         Cool interview but, What's up with him saying he was mentally disconnected from reality? How did that not spark any further questions? I had heard he freaked out on mushrooms at one point. But he mentioned it wasn't related to drugs... Strange

Jake had a shroom binge with Brengar and by the end of it he started wearing baggier pants and became a libertarian.

[oyolar]

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This guy is awesome.� Everything I read from him makes me like him even more.� I really like the fact that he calls himself out on his mistakes, but accepts them without making excuses or trying to cover his ass.� Solid interview.

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Its not about making mistakes. I am sure everyone that tends to think for himself in any industry while not being in a position of power has to suffer realising that he has either to make some compromises (against his beliefs and preferences )or go home. Thats what he is talking about.

I was speaking more to his comments about having had an egocentric side and getting caught up in the success of his Mindfield part.

[SodaJerk]

Just to be clear, a few people are talking about how well "spoken" Jake is in this interview and as I read it it was clear that these were typed responses. I think this is detrimental when interviewing people as it gives them a chance to edit their responses rather than talking of the cuff which would be more accurate. I love the way Jake skates and he seems like a great guy but the gaps in questioning some of his responses like where he talks about his disconnection with reality kinda leave me hanging for more detail.

[wallieD]

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he's got a damn good head on his shoulders.

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.         Cool interview but, What's up with him saying he was mentally disconnected from reality? How did that not spark any further questions? I had heard he freaked out on mushrooms at one point. But he mentioned it wasn't related to drugs... Strange

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Jake had a shroom binge with Brengar and by the end of it he started wearing baggier pants and became a libertarian.

that's why i've always been too scared to try shrooms