Nyjah Huston didn’t become one of skateboarding’s most recognizable names by playing it safe. He did it by getting back on the board.
In this episode of Forbes Talks Shop, hosted by Kim Peiffer, the Olympic skateboarder opens up about the discipline, risk and recovery behind a career spent pushing the limits of street skating—from skating backyard obstacles as a kid to filming at iconic spots in New York, Los Angeles and beyond.
Huston shares how he bounced back after fracturing his skull and eye socket, why he still feels drawn to dangerous street spots and what motivates him as he looks toward qualifying for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. He also breaks down the gear he travels with, why trucks are one of the most important parts of his setup and how he can go through a board a day while skating hard in the streets.
The conversation also gets into Huston’s Rastafari upbringing, his simple approach to life, the role nature and movement play in keeping him grounded and the inspiration behind his new aluminum-free deodorant brand, Out There.
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00:00 – Intro
00:57 – Still Excited To Skate
01:34 – Finding Skate Spots In New York
01:56 – Nyjah’s Favorite Places To Skate
02:34 – Growing Up On A Skateboard
03:35 – What Nyjah Packs To Travel And Skate
05:05 – Nyjah Huston’s Personal Style
05:53 – The One Thing He Won’t Scuff
06:28 – Recovery Gear And Hotel Essentials
07:28 – Why He Won’t Watch Skate Videos Before Bed
07:49 – Building An Emergency Skate Setup
09:04 – Recovering From A Skull Fracture
11:41 – Why Nyjah Got Back On The Board
12:34 – The Tech He Wishes He Had As A Kid
14:56 – Feeling Out Of Place At The Met Gala
16:26 – Reflecting On His Olympic Medal
18:45 – Nyjah’s Road To LA 2028
19:48 – Why Fans Ask To Skate With Him
20:52 – The Story Behind Out There
22:55 – Nyjah’s Favorite Out There Scents
24:14 – Go Bag
26:28 – Closing
Read the full story on Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/2026/05/27/forbes-talks-shop-nyjah-huston
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