{"podcast":{"title":"Chats & Tatts","slug":"chats-tatts-5954141","podcast_index_feed_id":5954141,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/452067/rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/452067","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/8/4/6/5846a5dd28019480d959afa2a1bf1c87/chats_and_tatts_logo_-_apple.png","author":"Aaron. Della Vedova","episode_count":116,"summary":"Chats & Tatts host, Aaron Della Vedova, is known for pushing the creative boundaries with every artistic medium he works in. However, his full coverage back pieces, rib to legs, and torso tattoos are definitely his specialty. With long hours tattooing well known musicians, athletes, public figures, influencers and many others, Aaron knows that tattooing heavily involves building a relationship, a bond, with his clients. On Chats & Tatts, he dives into those relationships with his clients, helping tell their stories, share their crazy pasts and path, and many times sharing a glimpse into his guests getting a tattoo on the show. Tune in to get a behind the curtain peek at the world of high level artistic tattooing and those who express themselves through this fascinating, diverse medium while radically redefining the art of modern tattooing.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T04:18:41.248332+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141"},"episode":{"title":"111: The Tattoo Icons Episode","slug":"111-the-tattoo-icons-episode","published_at":"2026-04-22T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141/111-the-tattoo-icons-episode","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141","url":"https://e80b2693-7b7e-4aa7-b243-8ebcbe3f0147.libsyn.com/111-the-tattoo-icons-episode","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/e80b2693-7b7e-4aa7-b243-8ebcbe3f0147/ICONS_FINAL_AUDIO.mp3?dest-id=3798456","summary":"The evolution of tattooing is a captivating journey that showcases a delicate balance between traditional techniques and modern innovations. Throughout the podcast episode, four icons of the tattoo wrold, Filip Leu, Kari Barba, Luke Atkinson, and Junii Diamond engage in a thoughtful discussion with host Aaron Della Vedova about how tattooing has transformed over the years while still honoring its roots. Aaron sits down with this group of tattoo legends at the Mondial du Tatouage in Paris, where they all took the stage as the shows judges. The conversation explores the rich history of tattooing, particularly the enduring nature of traditional styles like Japanese and old school tattoos, which continue to thrive despite contemporary adaptations. The group discusses their personal experiences, the evolution of tattoo art, and the importance of preserving traditional techniques while embracing innovation. With a combined wealth of knowledge spanning nearly 200 years, they all share insights and stories that celebrate the artistry and cultural significance of tattoos. Join us for an enlightening discussion that honors the past while looking towards the future of tattoo culture. Chat Highlights: [00:00:20] Traditional vs. modern tattooing. [00:06:21] Tattoo conventions and experiences. [00:10:27] Judging tattoo artistry collaboratively. [00:15:54] Design harmony in tattoo art. [00:19:21] Novelty in tattoo design. [00:24:09] Tattoo healing and aesthetics. [00:26:10] Tattooing techniques and skin adaptation. [00:30:06] Tattooing on different skin types. [00:36:04] Evolution of tattoo design. [00:39:35] Tattoo color saturation techniques. [00:43:41] AI's impact on creativity. [00:45:23] Art and technology in tattoos. [00:52:19] Women in tattooing industry. [00:56:11-00:56:21] W…","meta_description":"The evolution of tattooing is a captivating journey that showcases a delicate balance between traditional techniques and modern innovations. Throughout th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4947,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/chats-tatts-5954141/episodes/111-the-tattoo-icons-episode/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141/111-the-tattoo-icons-episode.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}