It's funny how you say didn't mean to start an argument but yet you keep saying "core of good skateboarding is in the east" haha that will definitely start something with people who disagree. I can't really speak for everyone from the US but in Canada, both "coasts" are sick as fuck. Good skateboarding is good skateboarding, no matter the coast. Having fun is all that matters. Have you seen Jake Kuzyk's "Civic Affair" that just came out? Full on west coast Canadian skateboarding, really sick, worth the watch.
http://skateboarding.transworld.net/...ir-full-video/
About Spencer Nuzzi, his videos really entertain me, wether it's the most basic trick tip to his video parts. If you want other names for people to look up, I would suggest watching anything from Marc Suciu (if you don't know about him). Easily one of my favorite skaters.