2.2K
Downloads
21
Episodes
Welcome to the Tattoo Budcast, the hilarious podcast where tattoo artists and buds Sanae Garcia and Jimmy Jam blend their love for tattoos with their knack for storytelling. Broadcasting from their cozy tattoo shop, they bring you a unique and hearty dose of humor and unfiltered shop banter. Think of it as eavesdropping on a tattoo session, but with fewer needles and more laughs. Each week, Jimmy Jam and Sanae tackle everything from the wildest tattoo requests they’ve ever gotten, to bizarre client stories, to deep dives into the culture of tattoos. Whether they’re discussing what happens when someone asks for a tiny dragon on their wrist (and it turns out to be the size of a toddler), or recalling the most cringe-worthy tattoo trends they’ve seen, it’s a perfect blend of humor, and real-life tattoo shop antics. The Tattoo Budcast will also be featuring guest tattoo artists and the most interesting tattoo clients, listeners will feel like they’re right there in the shop. It’s a mix of sharp wit, irreverence, and surprisingly insightful takes on tattooing and life in general. Get ready for confessions, advice, funny shop mishaps, and stories that will make you laugh out loud (while maybe questioning your next tattoo choice). Catch your buds at your weekly session, on the Tattoo Budcast.
Episodes
2 days ago
2 days ago
The Tattoo Buds are back and flying solo—no guests, just chaos. Sanae spills on her star-studded weekend (celeb cameos included), while Jimmy Jam takes us deep into his first ever psychedelic trip. Spoiler: it involves life-altering insights, the Getty Museum, and your favorite lowbrow Buds talking highbrow art in the most undignified way possible.
We also pay our respects to tattoo legend Jack Rudy (RIP), react to @ryanroitattoo’s viral call-out on the toxic side of tattoo apprenticeships, and swap stories about the weirdest, wildest, and straight-up worst tattoo requests we’ve ever gotten—including the ones we flat-out refused.
It’s a wild ride. Come hang.
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
This week, the Tattoo Buds are hangin’ with none other than Chris de Armas—a 20-year tattoo wizard from Orange County who’s basically done it all. Award-winning tattooer? Check. World traveler? Check. Owner of American Vintage Tattoo, Electric Pagoda Printing, AND Bandit Laser Tattoo Removal? Triple check. He tattoos, he removes tattoos, he probably dreams in tattoos.
We chat about his insane experience tattooing in Nepal (spoiler: it’s not your average tattoo convention), get some pro tips for when you're on the road, and dive into the age-old question: how much should you actually tip your tattooer? And just when you think it’s safe to turn off the episode, Chris hits us with a downright pulse pounding story for our Tattoo Cover-Up segment
tattoos, laughs, and a little bit of fear—what more could you want?
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
This week, the Tattoo Buds are back with their honorary third Bud, Goonies, for another episode of tattoo talk, unfiltered rants, and completely unnecessary (but hilarious) poop stories. We’re airing our grievances about the latest crime against tattooing—the rise of “sip and ink” (aka “ink and drink”) events. Bad tattoos and booze? What could possibly go wrong? We also debate whether having a signature style as a tattoo artist is imperative or not. Plus, we revisit some long-lost tattoo trends, and show off our weirdest tattoos. Lastly we’re sharing the totally professional (or not) ways we prepare (or don’t) for our tattoo appointments.
If you love tattoos, wheeze-laughs, and oversharing, you’re in the right place!
Read the rest of this entry »
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
HUNGRY IN WHITTIER (EP 19) ft. Steph Portugal I Tattoo Budcast w/ Sanae Garcia & Jimmy Jam
Buds, this one’s a **mouthful**—literally! 🍔🤣 Today, we’ve got **Steph Portugal** of *Hungry in Whittier* in the house! She’s a **tattoo collector, food blogger, pro photographer**, and—let’s be real—**one of Jimmy Jam’s longtime enablers [buds]**.
We’re talking how Steph turned a hobby into a 55k following on her @hungryinwhittier IG. We’re also getting in to ** tattoo regrets, and whether Pete Davidson’s blank-slate skin is a crime against art** (spoiler: it is). Oh, and did you know **Jimmy Jam was once on TV?** Steph’s exposing that too! 👀
If you’re a **foodie, Whittier local, striving Internet personality , or just a Bud**, hit play NOW. This episode’s got more laughs than Steph has Yelp reviews! 🎧🔥
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
**The Tattoo Buds are back with a solo episode, and 2 out of 2 Buds agree—this might be their favorite one yet!** They’re coming in hyper, ridiculous, and ready to spill all the ink. This week, they’re diving into some of the first tattoos they *almost* got (and are *very* glad they didn’t). Plus, they’re introducing a brand-new segment: answering listener questions straight from Instagram! Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe even cringe a little.
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
This week, we've got a Bud in session! Jimmy Jam and Sanae are sitting down with Thea Warden, a well-respected 17-year veteran tattoo artist from Fullerton, California. Specializing in Neo-Traditional tattoos, Thea shares her unique tattoo journey and how she manages the pressures of her career. We dive deep into the responsibility an artist holds when verifying a tattoo design’s background—particularly when it comes to avoiding problematic influences. Plus, Thea and the Tattoo Buds show some of the very first tattoos they ever did, offering a fun and nostalgic look back at their early work. As always, we’re having a silly time. You won’t want to miss this one!
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Welcome to your Valentine’s session! In this special episode, we’re diving into all things LOVE. The Buds chat about the ultimate Valentine’s date ideas, share hilarious stories of embarrassing crushes, and discuss the trend of couples tattoos – including couple dynamics in tattoo shops. We also reflect on the mysterious ways of Cupid and why we’re low-key worried about him. Tune in for our first-ever Valentine’s celebration!
Read the rest of this entry »Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
One of the best things about tattoo shops is you never know who’s going to walk through the door—and this week, it’s a therapist with a twist! Join the Tattoo Buds as they sit down with Pablo Hurtado, LMFT, a tattooed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who’s got a lot to share about the intersection of psychology, relationships, and tattoos.
We’re kicking off Valentine's month by diving into the psychology of dating, relationships, and the complexities of human connection. Plus, Pablo answers some of your burning listener questions. Did you know your tattoos might reveal more about your psyche than you think? We’re spilling some surprising facts about how tattoos and mental health intertwine.
While the topic might get a little heavy, you can always count on the Tattoo Buds to keep it light with plenty of laughs along the way. Tune in for an enlightening session.
Read the rest of this entry »