Set Up / Break Down - A Tattoo Podcast

Set Up / Break Down - A Tattoo Podcast

by Set Up / Break Down

Season 3

Would You Rather - Tattoo Edition

Join us for a chaotic tattoo themed Would You Rather! We chat tattoo styles, placements, clients, tattooing in extreme weather, matching tattoos, social media fails, and all the weird hypotheticals that come up along the way. Basically, two tattoo artists talking absolute shit for 40 minutes. Hosted by Maddie and Cas from The Scribble Shed Maddie: https://www.instagram.com/maddie_ink/ Cas: https://www.instagram.com/cas.ingram.tattoos/ The Scribble Shed: https://www.instagram.com/thescribbleshed/

Post Convention Chat - Locked Up Tattoo Convention 2026

Join us for the launch of Set Up, Break Down Season 3! We have just had our third year in a row tattooing at the incredible Locked Up Tattoo Convention located at the Dana prison in Shrewsbury. Lets break down our experience. Spoiler alert, we LOVE it and will be back in 2027! Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos of @thescribbleshed Talking about Locked Up Shrewsbury! @locked_up_shrewsbury ww.lockedupshrewsbury.co.uk/ Hosted in https://www.shrewsburyprison.com/

Season 2

Do Tattoos Hurt? Chatting About Pain During Tattooing

In this episode of Set Up / Break Down, we’re talking about tattoo pain. From the placements that tend to be more sensitive, to pain tolerance, anxiety, session length and the psychological side of pain. We also chat about numbing creams, taking breaks and distracting yourself during a session. Hosted by https://www.instagram.com/maddie_ink/ https://www.instagram.com/cas.ingram.tattoos/

All Star Mr & Mrs Tattoo Edition Cas vs Maddie featuring Anna

This week we’re swapping serious tattoo talk for something a little different Our resident Hand Poke artist Anna, joins us for a tattoo edition of All Star Mr & Mrs. Join us to see how much Cas and Maddie really know about each other! Hosted by https://www.instagram.com/maddie_ink/ https://www.instagram.com/cas.ingram.tattoos/ Joined by https://www.instagram.com/timewithanna/ Also found at https://www.instagram.com/annarobertsfinn/ https://www.instagram.com/hagstonecollective/

Behind the Lens: A Conversation with Alt Photographer Gem Wright

This week we’re joined by alternative wedding and brand photographer Gem Wright! We chat about creativity, client connections, personal branding, and the similarities between life behind the camera and life behind the tattoo chair. Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos Featuring - @gemwrightphotography Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gemwrightphotography/ Website - https://gemwrightphotography.co.uk/ Gem's Boudoir Shoots - https://www.instagram.com/boudoirbygemwright/ https://boudoirbygemwright.co.uk/ Gem's Family Shoots - https://www.instagram.com/gemwrightshoots/ Disclaimer: This episode contains personal opinions and experiences from the hosts and guest. Experiences may vary between individuals, businesses, and industries.

Yeovil Tattoo Fest 2026

On this week’s episode of Set up/Breakdown we are chatting about our weekend away at Yeovil Tattoo fest! Find out how the convention went and what we loved about it. This is definitely a convention to keep your eye on if you love tattoos and festival vibes! We can’t wait to see what they’ve got in store next year! Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos

Tattoo Convention Prep

Thinking about attending a tattoo convention? In this episode of Set Up / Break Down, we’re talking all about convention prep. We break down everything we do to get ready for a very tiring but super fun weekend! Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos Disclaimer: This episode contains personal experiences and opinions. Convention requirements and experiences may vary between events and locations. Always follow event guidance and local regulations.

Tattoo Etiquette - Advice for your first time

If you’ve never had a tattoo before, the whole process can feel a little intimidating. You might be worried about the pain, nervous about walking into a studio, or wondering if there are rules that everyone knows except you. So in today’s episode, we’re talking about first tattoo anxiety and tattoo etiquette. Hopefully this episode will make your experience less stressful and more enjoyable. Disclaimer This episode contains personal opinions and experiences relating to tattooing. Practices may vary between artists and studios. Always follow the advice of your tattoo artist and seek medical advice where appropriate Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos

Artist Spotlight with Lauren-Elle

Join us this week for a chat with one of The Scribble Shed's resident artists Lauren-Elle! We chat with her about joining the industry, what she loves to tattoo and her 6 cats! Follow her work at @_tattoosbylaurenelle Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos

Getting tattooed In Summer

Join us for Season 2 of Set Up / Break Down! Summer might seem like the perfect time to get tattooed, but healing a tattoo in hot weather comes with challenges! In this episode of Set Up / Break Down, we talk about sun exposure, swimming sun, sand and SPF! Plus practical advice for anyone planning tattoos during summer. Hosted by @maddie_ink and @cas.ingram.tattoos

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