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  • Episode 20 - Rink Life

    Episode 20 - Rink Life
    Apr 17 2026
    Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! 🎙️🛼 Episode 20 takes you through a full Thursday night at the rink—from running the music and managing the floor to working the ticket counter and keeping everything flowing smoothly. I also take you inside the pro shop for an unboxing and product drop, showing what’s new, what customers are picking up, and breaking down some of the gear we offer. To wrap things up, we get into the behind-the-scenes work the next day that keeps everything rolling—maintenance, skate repairs, and the day-to-day responsibilities that most people never see. Podcast available on all major platforms. 👍 If you enjoy the podcast
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• Share with your skate friends Lace up and roll with us! 🛼 If you're a rink owner, skater, DJ, or part of the roller skating community, this episode gives you a real look into the people and energy that make adult skate nights so unique. 🎧 New podcast episodes every Saturday morning! 🌐 Links Website:
https://tarryhall.com Online Pro Shop:
https://tarryhallproshop.com Podcast available on all major platforms. 👍 If you enjoy the podcast • Like the video
• Subscribe for weekly episodes
• Share with your skate friends Lace up and roll with us! 🛼 Hashtags #RollerSkating #AdultSkateNight #RollerRink #RollerSkateLife #SkateCommunity #QuadSkates #RollerRinkPodcast #RollerSkateCulture #TarryHall #RollerSkatingLife #RinkOwner #SkatingCommunity #SkatePodcast #BehindTheRink #AdultNight Tags (YouTube tags) roller skating roller rink adult skate night roller skating podcast roller rink podcast tarry hall roller rink roller skate culture roller skating community roller rink business rink owner skating podcast quad skates roller skating life skating community roller rink behind the scenes adult skate session roller rink operations skate night roller skating interviews roller rink stories
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    17 Min.
  • Episode 19 Interview with a 9x National Champion

    Episode 19 Interview with a 9x National Champion
    Apr 4 2026
    Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with a very special guest—my 13-year-old daughter. She’s a 9-time national champion speed skater, a high-level competitive dancer, and now stepping into the world of dirt bike racing. We dive into her journey in speed skating, what it really takes to compete at a national level, and the mindset behind performing under pressure. She also shares how she balances multiple passions, what drives her to keep pushing, and what it's like growing up in a roller rink family. This is a real, honest conversation about competition, discipline, and having fun while chasing big goals—all from a young athlete’s perspective. If you're a skater, parent, or part of the roller skating community, this episode gives you insight into the next generation of the sport. 🎧 New podcast episodes every Saturday morning! 🌐 Links Website: https://tarryhall.com Online Pro Shop: https://tarryhallproshop.com Podcast available on all major platforms. 👍 If you enjoy the podcast • Like the video • Subscribe for weekly episodes • Share with your skate friends Lace up and roll with us! 🛼
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    14 Min.
  • Episode 18 Inside Adult Night at Tarry Hall Roller Rink

    Episode 18 Inside Adult Night at Tarry Hall Roller Rink
    Mar 14 2026
    Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! After taking a short break, I’m back with another behind-the-scenes episode from inside the rink. In this episode, I walk through how we open up Adult Night at Tarry Hall Roller Rink and what goes into preparing the rink for one of our most popular sessions. Then I sit down with one of our employees and several regular skaters to talk about: • What makes adult night different from public sessions
• The culture and community of adult skate nights
• Why adult skaters keep coming back every week
• Stories and perspectives from regulars who live the rink life Adult night has become a huge part of roller skating culture, and it’s always interesting to hear directly from the skaters who make it special. If you're a rink owner, skater, DJ, or part of the roller skating community, this episode gives you a real look into the people and energy that make adult skate nights so unique. 🎧 New podcast episodes every Saturday morning! 🌐 Links Website:
https://tarryhall.com Online Pro Shop:
https://tarryhallproshop.com Podcast available on all major platforms. 👍 If you enjoy the podcast • Like the video
• Subscribe for weekly episodes
• Share with your skate friends Lace up and roll with us! 🛼
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    16 Min.
  • Episode 17 Anatomy of a Quad Skate

    Episode 17 Anatomy of a Quad Skate
    Feb 14 2026
    Podcast Episode 17 Anatomy of a Quad Skate 🛼 | Parts, Performance & Pro Shop Picks | Tarry Hall Roller Rink Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! In Episode 17, we continue our Anatomy of a Skate series by breaking down quad skates—the classic 4-wheel setup that built the roller rink industry. In this episode, I cover:
🛼 The full anatomy of a quad skate
🛼 Boots, plates, trucks, cushions, wheels & bearings
🛼 The differences between beginner, artistic, rhythm & speed setups
🛼 Performance factors that most skaters overlook
🛼 What we carry in our pro shop and why Whether you're a rink owner, skate tech, competitive skater, or just getting started, understanding skate components helps you make better buying decisions and skate smarter. If you're looking for new skates or upgrades, check out our pro shop:
👉 TarryHallProShop.com 🌐 Learn more about the rink:
TarryHall.com 🎙 New podcast episodes drop every Saturday morning!
Be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you love roller skating content from inside the rink industry. Lace up and roll with us! #rollerskating #quadskates #rollerskater #rollerskate #skatelife
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    19 Min.
  • Episode 16 anatomy of a rollerblade

    Episode 16 anatomy of a rollerblade
    Feb 8 2026
    Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! In Episode 16, we continue the Anatomy of a Skate series—this time diving into rollerblades (inline skates). I break down the differences between rental rollerblades used in the rink and high-quality inline skates available in our pro shop, explaining what makes each one unique and who they’re designed for. If you’ve ever wondered: • Why rental rollerblades are built the way they are • What to look for when upgrading to your own inline skates • How rink rental skates compare to pro-level rollerblades • What features actually matter for comfort, durability, and performance …this episode is for you. Whether you’re a rink owner, skate tech, inline skater, or someone thinking about buying your first pair, this behind-the-scenes look will help you make smarter decisions on 8 wheels. 🛼 Shop our inline skates: 👉 https://tarryhallprosh... 🏟️ Learn more about the rink: 👉 https://tarryhall.com 🎙️ New podcast episodes drop every Saturday morning on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Lace up and roll with us. #Rollerblading #InlineSkating #RollerRink #SkateLife #RollerSkates #InlineSkates #ProShop #RentalSkates #RinkLife #SkateShop #RollerRinkPodcast #SkateTech #SkatingCommunity #TarryHall
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    14 Min.
  • Episode 15 – Anatomy of a Speed Skate | Custom Carbon Boots with Dave Simmons

    Episode 15 – Anatomy of a Speed Skate | Custom Carbon Boots with Dave Simmons
    Jan 31 2026
    Episode 15 – Anatomy of a Speed Skate | Custom Carbon Boots with Dave Simmons Welcome back to the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast! 🛼 In Episode 15, we take a deep dive into the anatomy of a speed skate—from the inside out. This episode takes us on the road to Florida, where I sit down with custom carbon speed skate boot maker Dave Simmons to break down exactly what goes into building a high-performance custom speed skate. We cover: * The step-by-step process of building a custom speed skate * How the molding process works * Why carbon fiber matters * The role of leather in modern speed boots * The difference between stock vs. custom skates * How Dave got started and how long he’s been building boots * Advice for new speed skaters * And the most fun (and rewarding) part of making custom skates Whether you’re a competitive speed skater, just getting into racing, or curious about what separates a custom boot from something off the shelf, this episode pulls back the curtain on one of the most important pieces of speed skating equipment. If you’re a rink owner, skate tech, coach, or lifelong skater, this one’s for you. 👍 Like
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📌 Subscribe for new episodes every Saturday morning 🎧 Also available on all major podcast platforms via Podbean. 🔗 Learn more: * https://tarryhall.com * https://tarryhallproshop.com Lace up and roll with us.
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    24 Min.
  • episode 14 what nobody sees

    episode 14 what nobody sees
    Jan 24 2026
    🎧 Episode 14: What Nobody Sees | Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast Everyone sees the lights, the music, and a packed Friday night—but what they don’t see is the work that makes it all possible. In this episode of the Tarry Hall Roller Rink Podcast, I’m not in the DJ booth or the pro shop—I’m in a plow truck. Because if the parking lot isn’t clear, the rink doesn’t open. We dive into the unglamorous but critical side of rink ownership, starting with snow removal and why something so simple directly impacts guest safety, staff safety, attendance, liability, and insurance. If people can’t get in safely, nothing else matters. I also break down why I decided to buy an old plow truck instead of outsourcing—covering cost control, reliability, timing, and what it really means to be on call as a rink owner when the weather doesn’t care about your schedule. From snow removal to trash, maintenance, repairs, and prep work, this episode is about the invisible work nobody posts on Instagram. People see a packed Friday night—they don’t see Tuesday morning in 10-degree weather. Most importantly, this episode is about pride, responsibility, and community. Taking care of the building means taking care of the skaters, parents, staff, and leagues that call Tarry Hall home. A roller rink isn’t just a business—it’s a community space. If you’re a rink owner, small business owner, or just curious what happens behind the scenes, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to keep the doors open. 🛼 New episodes every Saturday 🌐 TarryHall.com 🛍️ TarryHallProShop.com https://youtu.be/R6aXWAbHMtc?si=wRHyan7kfXsSA6rY https://youtu.be/sQZZQ9YajOs?si=NinD0DAa122Q-qqn
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    19 Min.
  • Episode 13 Friday Night - Back on speed Skates

    Episode 13 Friday Night - Back on speed Skates
    Jan 17 2026
    Friday night at a roller rink is where everything comes together—and in this episode, I’m taking you along for the entire ride. From the moment I leave the house to the start of the session, you’ll see what a real Friday night looks like at Tarry Hall Roller Rink. We go behind the scenes with speed skating practice before session, I interview a long-time regular and a couple of our employees, and I share what it’s like stepping back onto speed skates for the first time in a year after my knee injury. This episode is raw, real, and full of rink energy—showing the people, the preparation, and the passion that make Friday nights special. Whether you’re a rink owner, speed skater, staff member, or lifelong skater, this episode gives you an inside look at what it really takes to make the magic happen on wheels. Lace up and roll with us.
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    21 Min.