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Fireside Tattoo Podcast

Jake Meeks' mostly weekly tattoo podcast answering viewer questions, interviewing artists and waxing philosophical to promote better tattooing and more informed collectors. He is often joined by fellow tattooers, artists of other mediums, professionals in other fields and collectors. We hope you enjoy!

Also, we offer courses from artists on the show at firesidetattoo.com if you are interested! Thanks for supporting our show!

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Update frequency
every 15 days
Average duration
39 minutes
Episodes
288
Years Active
2013 - 2025
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Everybody's Deco-Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talks

Everybody's Deco-Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talks

Welcome back to another Fireside Technique Talk, where we dive deep into the technical aspects that separate good from exceptional tattooing. In this session with Cooper, we explored the fundamentals…

01:49:31  |   Wed 27 Aug 2025
Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg

Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins

Have you ever wondered how your artistic style develops over time? Greg "Craola" Simpkins, a revered name in both graffiti circles and the painting industry, shares his fascinating journey from stree…

01:14:01  |   Wed 20 Aug 2025
The Writching Hour is Upon Us With Rich Wren | Technique Talks | EP 304

The Writching Hour is Upon Us With Rich Wren | Technique Talks | EP 304

Rich walked us through his 25-year journey from scrappy home tattooer to the artistic powerhouse he is today, sharing real insights about finding your voice in this industry. This episode covers ever…

01:07:16  |   Wed 13 Aug 2025
There's No Highlights in Wood! | TImmy B

There's No Highlights in Wood! | TImmy B

Hey Friends! We just had another great conversation featuring the incredibly talented Timmy B, and let me tell you, this interview is packed with some serious tattoo gold. This new school powerhouse …

00:46:30  |   Wed 23 Jul 2025
Elevating Tattooing and Mentoring the Next Generation | Yomico Moreno

Elevating Tattooing and Mentoring the Next Generation | Yomico Moreno

Don't miss Yomico teaching at the Richmond Tattoo and Arts Academy this October.

You can get tickets at https://richmondtattooconvention.com/academy/

You can keep up with Yomico at https://www.instag…

00:51:43  |   Wed 09 Jul 2025
Tattooing as a Master Oil Painter | David Cheifetz |

Tattooing as a Master Oil Painter | David Cheifetz |

Keep up with David Cheifetz at the links below

https://www.davidcheifetz.com/

https://www.instagram.com/davidcheifetz/?hl=en

Get your tickets to the Richmond Tattoo and Arts Academy https://richmondt…

00:43:49  |   Wed 25 Jun 2025
Dragons Don't Do Cute Poses |  Patrick Paul O'Neil | EP 300

Dragons Don't Do Cute Poses | Patrick Paul O'Neil | EP 300

Thanks to our newest partner Tattoo Trunk for making this episode possible! Get 10% off your Tattoo Trunk order with the code FIRESIDE at checkout https://www.tattootrunk.com/ Keep up with Patrick Pa…

02:25:43  |   Sat 07 Jun 2025
Geometric Tattooing with Dillon Forte

Geometric Tattooing with Dillon Forte

Thanks to our newest partner Tattoo Trunk for making this episode possible! Get 10% off your Tattoo Trunk order with the code FIRESIDE at checkout https://www.tattootrunk.com/

Hey, what's going on, e…

01:29:21  |   Wed 14 May 2025
Influence In The Bones, Art On The Sleeve | Corey Bernhardt Technique Talk

Influence In The Bones, Art On The Sleeve | Corey Bernhardt Technique Talk

Alright folks, we've got something special for today as we dive into the mind of Corey Bernhardt! A true artist who’s not afraid to wear his influences on his sleeve. When Corey came by the Inside Fi…

02:22:10  |   Wed 07 May 2025
Tattoo Lover's Care

Tattoo Lover's Care

In the evolving world of tattoo aftercare, understanding the science behind healing can make all the difference in preserving your artwork for decades. When we talked with Don Ranns, we dug into how …

00:46:01  |   Wed 16 Apr 2025
Balancing Intuition & Technique | Levi Hilton

Balancing Intuition & Technique | Levi Hilton

What's up everyone, I just had the opportunity to sit down with the incredibly talented Levi Hilton, a recommendation from our friend Patrick O'Neal, and it turned out to be one of the best episodes …

01:12:52  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
Crossing Disciplines | Gifford Kasen

Crossing Disciplines | Gifford Kasen

We're diving deep into the world of Gifford Kasen! An artist who didn't just learn tattooing, but breathed it, challenged it, and transformed through relentless curiosity. From punk rock flyers to in…

00:37:09  |   Wed 26 Mar 2025
The Fight for Tattoo Space | Robyn and Ty Pallotta

The Fight for Tattoo Space | Robyn and Ty Pallotta

The tattoo industry has always been about overcoming obstacles, but few challenges hit as hard as finding the right space to call home. When we caught up with Robyn and Ty Pallotta at the Star of Tex…

00:44:24  |   Wed 19 Mar 2025
Gaining Tattoo Clients the Analog Way | Gabe Ripley

Gaining Tattoo Clients the Analog Way | Gabe Ripley

Join Gabe and Jake for their live joint seminar and critique below:

https://explore.firesidetattoo.com/fstxtn

Lately I've been hearing a lot of chatter about tattoo shops struggling with slower booki…

00:56:07  |   Wed 26 Feb 2025
The Future of Tattoo Tools with Russ Abbott

The Future of Tattoo Tools with Russ Abbott

The intersection of technology and tattooing has always fascinated me, which is why I was particularly excited to dive into a recent conversation with Russ Abbott about the evolution of Tattoo Smart.…

00:55:10  |   Wed 19 Feb 2025
Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff

Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff

Tattoo studios are evolving, and so is the technology that supports them. In todays episode of the podcast, Nate Laff, co-founder of Rev 23, discusses the journey of modernizing tattoo management sof…

00:33:52  |   Wed 05 Feb 2025
The Tattoo Collector's Perspective | Jenny Chambers

The Tattoo Collector's Perspective | Jenny Chambers

Something a little different this time around. We're not talking to another tattoo artist today - we're diving deep with Jenny Chambers, a serious tattoo collector who's got stories that'll make you …

00:31:46  |   Wed 29 Jan 2025
A Loose Approach to Tattoo Design | Edgar Marquez | Ep 287

A Loose Approach to Tattoo Design | Edgar Marquez | Ep 287

In this episode, Edgar Marquez breaks down his unique freehand tattooing style, explaining how ditching stencils has allowed him to create more fluid, dynamic designs with intense focal points. He sh…

00:41:15  |   Wed 22 Jan 2025
Are Scare Tactics Reshaping the Future of Tattoos? | Durb Morrison | EP 286

Are Scare Tactics Reshaping the Future of Tattoos? | Durb Morrison | EP 286

The tattoo industry is undergoing significant transformation, facing challenges from medical scrutiny to economic shifts. Concerns about health risks and heavy metals in tattoo inks have long plagued…

00:34:50  |   Wed 18 Dec 2024
Wanna Join a Guy Aitchison Coverup Masterclass? | Sandy McAndrew |

Wanna Join a Guy Aitchison Coverup Masterclass? | Sandy McAndrew |

Sign up for Guy's Coverup Workshop: https://tattoos.social/reinventing-the-tattoo-coverup-webinar

Join the Inside Fireside Tattoo Club https://explore.firesidetattoo.com/inside-fireside

 

Join Reinve…

00:26:50  |   Tue 01 Oct 2024
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