Surf Splendor

Sasha Jane Lowerson made international news last month for winning Women’s Longboard Title’s in West Oz, not for the feat itself, but for the fact that she had been competing for the previous three decades in the men’s divisions. Today she share’s her thoughts on the Internet’s fervent response to her wins, she addresses questions … Continue reading "415 – Sasha Jane Lowerson" The post 415 – Sasha Jane Lowerson appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Pro surfer turned media man Dylan Graves is now using his popular Vlog to dissect social dilemma’s that surf media historically has willfully ignored. Through doing so, he’s also successfully transitioned his pro surf career into a new chapter where he’s found more meaning and purpose. Today we discuss the journey, motivations, and his imperative … Continue reading "414 – Dylan Graves" The post 414 – Dylan Graves appeared first on Surf Splendor.

? Self proclaimed “pro surf fraud”, Benji Weatherley joins us to chat about being cancelled by the WSL, his regrettable compulsion for making excuses, how his 10 disappeared years were his happiest and most informative, and why being honest about addiction staves off depression and helps keep the narrative light. Enjoy! Sponsor: FlorenceMarineX.com promo code “SURF” … Continue reading "413 – Benji Weatherley" The post 413 – Benji Weatherley appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Jon Pyzel joins us from Bali to discuss JJF’s one-universal-board theory, the value of growing a business slower than its potential, why he keeps such a small roster of athletes, the risks involved with so closely tying his brand to one athlete, and his accidental path to being business savvy. Enjoy! Sponsor: FlorenceMarineX.com promo code … Continue reading "412 – Jon Pyzel" The post 412 – Jon Pyzel appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Artist Drew Brophy catapulted to surf world fame in the 90s by when his artwork adorned the boards that sparked a cultural movement. He parlayed that popularity over the next three decades into television and film work, corporate commissions, and fine art. In November 2021, he contracted COVID and spent 28 days in a coma. … Continue reading "411 – Drew Brophy" The post 411 – Drew Brophy appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Wayne Rich is an International Surfboard Builder Hall of Famer and a 2x Icons of Foam winner. In this episode Wayne details his childhood in Hermosa Beach during the heyday of Noll, Bing, and Weber. He unpacks asymmetrical board design and discusses how the wipeout that nearly paralyzed him altered his perspective on surfing, shaping, … Continue reading "410 – Wayne Rich" The post 410 – Wayne Rich appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Waterman, the award winning Duke Kahanamoku documentary hit theaters last week. Today filmmaker Isaac Halasima discusses Duke’s extraordinary life, how he navigated the delicate nature of sharing a vested story, and how Waterman will serve in the long legacy of Polynesian oral tradition. Enjoy! Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor: WaterWaysTravel.com Sponsor: REALWaterSports.com Visit WatermanTheMovie.com to find showtimes and … Continue reading "409 – Waterman filmmaker Isaac Halasima" The post 409 – Waterman filmmaker Isaac Halasima appeared first on Surf Splendor.

? Surf lampooner Jonathan Wayne Freeman joins us to recount his fast rise to Instagram stardom, warn about the perils of pretending to be a manly man, offer insights for how to pursue a childhood dream in your 40s, and tell the tale of being chased across the Pacific by the posse of a famous, … Continue reading "408 – Jonathan Wayne Freeman" The post 408 – Jonathan Wayne Freeman appeared first on Surf Splendor.

The fourth generation magician, surfing’s kickflip pioneer, and Santa Cruz stalwart regales us with stories of having Barney as a neighbor, how expected recognition is an empty pursuit, the power of positivity, and how to turn grief into fuel for your life’s work. Enjoy! Sponsor: REALWaterSports.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf THE INHERENT BUMMER PIECE ZOLTAN’S … Continue reading "407 – Zoltan Torkos: The Surfing Magician" The post 407 – Zoltan Torkos: The Surfing Magician appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Greg Jacobs sits at the nexus of surf content distribution. The top filmmakers in surf rely on him to ensure their work finds its way to you, regardless of what platforms you’re on; no easy task when audiences are dispersed and attention spans are waning. Today he explains the complications and opportunity that exist for … Continue reading "406 – Greg Jacobs: Campsite Media" The post 406 – Greg Jacobs: Campsite Media appeared first on Surf Splendor.

??? Sean Murphy ditched the suit and tie and the weight of his parent’s expectations to follow a pipe dream. His life experience uniquely positioned him to develop a niche business that would come to influence the surf world beyond measure. Today he shares his origin story and explains why relationships are fundamental to business … Continue reading "405 – WaterWays Founder, Sean Murphy" The post 405 – WaterWays Founder, Sean Murphy appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Stephen Cooney was raised on the Northern Beaches of Sydney in the 50s and 60s. At the age of 16, Albe Falzon invited him to Bali to surf in his upcoming, now seminal, surf film. Cooney found himself embedded within three simultaneous flash points in surfing; the shortboard revolution, the MOTE movement, and the launching … Continue reading "404 – Stephen Cooney: UNEARTHED" The post 404 – Stephen Cooney: UNEARTHED appeared first on Surf Splendor.

The always lovely Jamie Brisick returns to tell us about his foray into podcast hosting, dating in his 50s, the status of Westerly, and how to maintain vibrant creativity throughout life’s many ups and downs. Enjoy! Follow @JamieBrisick Sponsors: MANSCAPED.com promo code “SURFSPLENDOR” for 20% off and free shipping Sponsors: REALWaterSports.com SOUNDINGS   View this … Continue reading "403 – Jamie Brisick: SOUNDINGS" The post 403 – Jamie Brisick: SOUNDINGS appeared first on Surf Splendor.

This month marks the 50th anniversary of the seminal surf film Morning Of The Earth. Filmmaker Albe Falzon joins us to the films recently found footage, his effortless dedication to living in a creative flow state, losing his passion for filmmaking, and the importance of visibility. Enjoy! Sponsors: REALWaterSports.com Sponsors: AthleticGreens.com/surf ALBE FALZON BEN OKRI’S “ASTONISHING THE … Continue reading "402 – Albe Falzon" The post 402 – Albe Falzon appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Ehukai lifeguard, greatest bodysurfer of all time, friend to all, Mark Cunningham joins us to discuss amphibious life, the greatest to ever ride Pipe, the importance of surf brands, the over growth of the North Shore, and why being immersed in water is better than gliding atop. Enjoy! Sponsors: REALWaterSports.com Sponsors: AthleticGreens.com/surf   View this … Continue reading "401 – Mark Cunningham" The post 401 – Mark Cunningham appeared first on Surf Splendor.

It’s been 2 years since our last one-on-one with Selema Masekela. In that time he’s reversed aged, launched a clothing brand, a book, a podcast, and commentated surfings debut at the Olympics. Today we catch up and he blueprints his recipe for wise wellness as he embarks on his 6th decade.  Sponsors: REALWaterSports.com Sponsors: AthleticGreens.com/surf … Continue reading "400 – Selema Masekela Welcomes 50" The post 400 – Selema Masekela Welcomes 50 appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Stab’s resident surfboard reviewer, writer, and content wrangler Michael Ciaramella joins us to detail his first-ever sessions at Pipe and Waimea. He talks about confront the fear, board selection, crowd navigation, the glory of success, and why he why he only advocates for a helmet sometimes. Plus we talk Stab biz and much more. Enjoy! … Continue reading "399 – Stab Mag’s Michael Ciaramella" The post 399 – Stab Mag’s Michael Ciaramella appeared first on Surf Splendor.

Brad Gerlach hosts a chat with the winner and winning team of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, Snapt4’s Mason Ho, Parker Coffin, Barron Mamiya, Benji Brand, and filmmaker Logan Dulien. Brad celebrates their win and dissects waves-that-could-have-been and strategizes for the next session. Enjoy! Save 20% on WaveKi.com promo code “WAVEKISPLENDOR20” Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf Sponsor: REALWaterSports.com … Continue reading "398 – Brad Gerlach and team Snapt4" The post 398 – Brad Gerlach and team Snapt4 appeared first on Surf Splendor.

San Diego board builder Stu Kenson has built boards for decades, with Rusty, for Joel Tudor, with JS, and all the while for his own SK Shapes label. Today he joins us to discuss surf culture’s recent infusion of “recreationalists”, the magic of channels, building Maverick’s Guns, and how to surf at a high level … Continue reading "397 – Stu Kenson" The post 397 – Stu Kenson appeared first on Surf Splendor.

? Israel’s burgeoning surf scene centers around Tel Aviv where Arthur Rashkovan discovered surfing and now runs Klinika Surf Shop. Today he explains the role that surfing plays in Israeli culture, lessons he’s learned from Doc Paskowitz, and why high quality surfboards are the most essential ingredient to Israeli surfing’s success. Enjoy! Sponsor: Digital Vans Triple … Continue reading "396 – Arthur Rashkovan" The post 396 – Arthur Rashkovan appeared first on Surf Splendor.