Surf Splendor

Publisher Steve Pezman joins us to discuss his new book, how to succeed in print publishing in 2022, why modern surfing needs more counter-culture figures, lament the interviews that he still hasn’t gotten, and explain why Olympic surfing showcases a false representation of the sport. Enjoy! Sponsor: Patagonia.com check out their new Regulator wetsuits Presented by: Surfrider.org […] The post 608 – Steve Pezman appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Jon Rose reflects on his 15 years building Waves For Water and reveals the toll of the trauma absorbed from being a first-responding humanitarian worker in disaster zones, the breaking point that followed and how it led to the discovery of one childhood event that had unknowingly propelled his entire life’s trajectory, […] The post 607 – Jon Rose appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Icons Of Foam honoree Maurice Cole gives us his “fossil update” on the past 6 years, explains which designs have remained cutting edge for 25 years, details the extremely different requirements when shaping for Curren vs Occy vs Margo vs Taj and which variables net the same end solution, explains the need […] The post 606 – Maurice Cole: Part Three appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show South Shore icon Jeannie Chesser reveals how her father’s boat racing savvy led to her competitive success, the power of love at first sight, how Bob Dylan launched her 53 year career as an artist, the perpetual gift that was Rell Sun, winning Hawaii State Champs alongside her son, why she attributes … Continue reading "605 – Jeannie Chesser" The post 605 – Jeannie Chesser appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show, Nearshore author Steve Hawk explains why his Google search history might trigger the authorities, how he initially got into writing for the groupies, the challenges inherent in writing about the sublingual act of surfing, why villains deserve sympathy too, how he met his wife through Tom Waits, and why he wouldn’t be … Continue reading "604 – Steve Hawk: Nearshore" The post 604 – Steve Hawk: Nearshore appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In part two (of two) Tom Servais discusses the role that good luck played in his greatest images, the worthy risk of shooting from the left at Jaws, which person he’ll never ride a Jetski with again, why he’s chasing wind now more than waves, which surfer inspires his photography and lifestyle most, and why … Continue reading "603 – Tom Servais: Part Two" The post 603 – Tom Servais: Part Two appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show surf photographer Tom Servais shares the stories behind some of the most iconic photos of the past 30 years, how he went from Miami to the dark room at Surfer Mag, whom he views as the greatest surf photographers, the sacrifices made to be on the perpetual “trip of a lifetime”, and … Continue reading "602 – Tom Servais: Part One" The post 602 – Tom Servais: Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show surfer and novice cyclist Johanna Brebner discusses what prompted her to sojourn on a 3 month surf trip, bicycling from the bottom to the top of New Zealand, the clarity that comes from going slow, the benefits of a one board quiver, the empowerment that comes from setting unrealistic goals, and why … Continue reading "601 – Johanna Brebner" The post 601 – Johanna Brebner appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode, nomadic pro surfer Ben Bourgeois joins us to explain how to travel the world on a perpetual surf trip, the tension of showcasing your life on social media without exploiting the resource, how investing in inner-work is the only path to progressing your surfing through midlife, the freedom of purging material possessions, … Continue reading "600 – Ben Bourgeois" The post 600 – Ben Bourgeois appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Troy Eckert joins us to discuss his role is helping build a billion dollar surf brand and the consternation of walking away from it, why self turmoil leads to external turmoil, the importance of saying “no”, and how to get the best wave of your life after turning 50. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented … Continue reading "599 – Troy Eckert" The post 599 – Troy Eckert appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Dan Mann returns to discuss the introduction and evolution of his partnership with Firewire, how to navigate the world of internet trolls, the dividends paid in feedback from the greatest surfer of all time, what he would build for Ethan next, the misconceptions about overseas manufacturing, and why he’s obsessed with side-cut … Continue reading "598 – Dan Mann: Part Two" The post 598 – Dan Mann: Part Two appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show board builder Dan Mann shares his very different experience with Stab In The Dark X than what we all viewed, whether he thinks Kelly knew, and details his multifaceted work history long before his association with Firewire, how Velzy and Eaton sparked his passion for alternative constructions, the tribulations and virtues of … Continue reading "597 – Dan Mann: Part One" The post 597 – Dan Mann: Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In Part Two, Jeff Johnson explains how he side-doored his way into becoming Patagonia’s first staff photographer, the toll of being sued by one of his surf idols, and he distills the value of being naive to your own limitations. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Visit JeffJohnsonStories.com Also check out the Johnson home … Continue reading "596 – Jeff Johnson: Part Two" The post 596 – Jeff Johnson: Part Two appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Adventurer Jeff Johnson joins us today to explain his path from ne’er-do-well skate teen to world class photographer; from stealing lumber to build skate ramps, to lifeguarding on the North Shore, to traveling the world professionally, Jeff explains how boredom is the key to unlocking your life’s passion. Part 1 of 2. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org … Continue reading "595 – Jeff Johnson: Part One" The post 595 – Jeff Johnson: Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode Torren Martyn returns to discuss leaving Byron to rebalance life, his latest sailing journey to circumnavigate Tasmania in an 18 foot kayak, staying true to a filmmaking focus despite market shifts, intentionally deflecting career opportunities in order to maintain a singular focus, and how seeking solitude can yield deeper community connections. Enjoy! … Continue reading "594 – Torren Martyn: Sourthern Edge" The post 594 – Torren Martyn: Sourthern Edge appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show designer Matt Titone discusses the inception point for Indoek and their Surf Shack’s series, relives the anxiety of not knowing how to pick a career, marvels at the enduring influence of print, explains how great home design has little correlation with money, reveals which surfers refuse to let him into their home, … Continue reading "593 – Matt Titone: Surf Shacks" The post 593 – Matt Titone: Surf Shacks appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Paul Strauch passed away this past weekend, at peace, at home with loved ones, comfortable and with his beloved Hawaiian music playing by his bedside. His daughter Summer said, “I asked my dad recently what he would want to say to everyone when he stepped into eternal life. He smiled and said, ‘ALOHA’.” Today we’re … Continue reading "592 – Paul Strauch" The post 592 – Paul Strauch appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show board builder Eden Saul explains his shifting manufacturing practices in response to erratic US tariffs, injury’s endless travails on a shaper’s livelihood, the blessed gift of finding a committed apprentice, the scary first step of scaling and delegation, how to create a brand aesthetic while still letting you lam team go nuts, … Continue reading "591 – Eden Saul: Dead Kooks" The post 591 – Eden Saul: Dead Kooks appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Legendary pro surfer Rob Machado is widely regarded as one of the most influential and stylish surfers of all time. But Rob’s relationship with and impact on surfing and the ocean run much deeper than his professional career.  In this episode, Rob shares about his deep family roots in Southern California and traces his personal … Continue reading "590 – Rob Machado | The Surfrider Podcast" The post 590 – Rob Machado | The Surfrider Podcast appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Today’s episode features a conversation between Gerry Lopez and early Hawaiian surf pioneer Paul Strauch. Strauch thanks Lopez for preventing crowds at Sunset, discuss the virtues of surfing pre-leash, reflect on the deeply integrated influence of Duke’s spirit still in their lives and the special bond of communicating with him in native Hawaiian, growing up … Continue reading "589 – Gerry Lopez: PodAloha with Paul Strauch" The post 589 – Gerry Lopez: PodAloha with Paul Strauch appeared first on Surf Splendor .