The crew spirals into the bizarre case of Natalia Grace—a girl who might be a child or a 30-year-old spy—before diving into some of the wildest tattoos they’ve seen. From black-and-gray elegance by Juan Teyer to mind-bending beasts by Ishmael Johnson, this episode blends true crime rabbit holes with high-level tattoo critique. Get ready for laughs, legends, and a panther with a butthole on its back.

Insane Details in Tattoos never seen before Shop Talk

In this episode of Shop Talk, we break the rules & the crew kick things off with a group pick that goes absolutely bananas—a mythological tattoo collage by Timothy that defies every style guide out there. From there, we dive into: • A wild scorpion-armored design that blends traditional Buddhist elements with sci-fi vibes • A throwback Italian machine tattoo that feels straight outta the ‘90s • And a legendary collab between Mike Wilson and Chris Garver that redefines how tigers and dragons should share a backpiece Whether you’re a tattooer, collector, or fan of the craft, this episode is stacked with gems, insight, and the kind of passion you only get when tattooers nerd out over the art.

We’re back, motherf#%kers! The first Shop Talk of the revamped NLJBS era comes in hot with wild stories, shop talk mayhem, and powerful tattoo picks that hit like a roundhouse. In this episode: • We honor the late ShotsieGorman and reflect on his influence. • Nick, Andy and Porter break down iconic work from Steve Boltz, Julian Bass and Shotsiegorman • From religious iconography to tribal flame cutouts, the crew dives deep into what makes timeless tattoos.

Shots, Stories & Skulls: A Wild Episode of Shop Talk 12

A Rock and Roll Debate for the Ages