In today’s Mother’s Day celebration episode David and Chas search for Filipe in the weeks leading into Teahupo’o, discover the fallacy eternal youth, learn from Laird how to stand up to bullies, and explain why you should be a worse spouse. Plus Barrel or Nah? Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf and WeekendVans.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor…

Jersey native Sam Hammer joins us to discuss how losing in contests led to a pro surf career, how seeds of relationships can birth enduring paychecks, how cold water has been his gateway to longevity, and the power of under-exertion. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

Jersey native Sam Hammer joins us to discuss how losing in contests led to a pro surf career, how seeds of relationships can birth enduring paychecks, how cold water has been his gateway to longevity, and the power of under-exertion. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Partner:…

In today’s show Scott reveals the unexpected and totally welcome return of print and the boys celebrate unsung legends from the big wave world, mourn the latest barbaric brutality in Baja, and marvel at the latest misstep at The League. Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf Partners: Driftline.co promo code SPIT Partners: ColbyPlus.com Partners: REALW…

In today’s show FISHER gives the WSL the shaft (and balls) while the boys explain why surfing’s best pundits are kooks, search for pro surfings first “out” male, then Chas picks a fight with one of the world’s most notable shapers and David reveals a secret that may have him officially cancelled. Plus Barrel or … Continue reading "266 – The Grit! M…

The Australian Surfing Hall of Famer joins us to discuss how riding a wooden fence picket led to a surfboard revolution, how cosmic design rights all injustice, why you’re riding the wrong fins, and the creative growth that is unlocked by killing the ego. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com…

The Australian Surfing Hall of Famer joins us to discuss how riding a wooden fence picket led to a surfboard revolution, how cosmic design rights all injustice, why you’re riding the wrong fins, and the creative growth that is unlocked by killing the ego. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

In today’s show Kelly’s hip returns to peak performance and he uses twin scalpels to showcase the limitations of the judges, Barton reveals the pugilistic end to his partying, David and Scott sign a petition to GOAT to the Olympics and discover why humility is the path to progress. Enjoy! Partners: Driftline.co promo code SPIT … Continue reading "3…

In today’s show David and Chas chart the best board for your body type, explain why the Rider Is Always Right, warn of the financial perils of pitaya in paradise, reveal the one word that will ruin your sex life, and map the precise age you should spawn offspring. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf … Continue reading "265 – The…

Mr. Sunset opens up about the anxieties of wartime during the Vietnam draft, eating a tablecloth (literally) to earn the license for Quiksilver, the value of ignorance, earning and losing a small fortune, conquering a 30 year substance addiction, and positioning himself to surf into 100 years of age. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com Presented by: REA…

Mr. Sunset opens up about the anxieties of wartime during the Vietnam draft, eating a tablecloth (literally) to earn the license for Quiksilver, the value of ignorance, earning and losing a small fortune, conquering a 30 year substance addiction, and positioning himself to surf into 100 years of age. Enjoy! (Originally recorded in March 2020) Learn…

In today’s show, Scott and David unpack how Marg’s has morphed into a progressive wave, verify Kelly’s road to requalification in 2025, map a path toward surfboard sustainability, and question how the poster boy for surf corps has become the rebellion leader. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy. Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf, ColbyPlus.com, REALWatersports.c…

In today’s “Surf Past Your Prime” themed episode, the boys advise on how to get your first barrel in your 50s, question why Kelly’s closest friend’s are forcing him to retire, explain the perils of a one wave session, and finally discover whether it’s harder to be a surfer or a swinger. Plus Barrel or … Continue reading "264 – The Grit! April 19, 2…

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on El Salvador, take wagers on the WSL’s new CEO’s longevity, reminisce about each of their first memories of Kelly, suggest how he should use his retirement, and identify precisely when to let go prior to getting dragged. Enjoy! Partners: WaterwaysTravel.com, SurfNVS.com, REALWatersports.com, Treeswax.com Sp…

Maui laminator Nic Timpone joins us to discuss the weight and privilege of continuing a five decade legacy of board building, how incremental improvements in sustainable materials net meaningful change, the fallacy of Instagram virality, and why he’ll be ditching his board henceforth. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com promo code SPLENDOR15 Presented b…

Maui laminator Nic Timpone joins us to discuss the weight and privilege of continuing a five decade legacy of board building, how incremental improvements in sustainable materials net meaningful change, the fallacy of Instagram virality, and why he’ll be ditching his board henceforth. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…

In today’s episode David discovers that yes, surfing is easy, but it’s a lot of work, Chas musters the energy to get the new WSL CEO fired, and the boys discuss the cost of Kelly’s greatness, the lion who tamed the Wolf Pack, the next big trend in surf fashion, and how to ruin an … Continue reading "263 – The Grit! April 12, 2024" The post 263 – Th…

Live from El Salvador! David and Scott recap their sessions, their boards, the waves, devise how to shred into their 60s and then discuss Kelly’s remorseful interview with TVC, make Marg’s picks, and celebrate Steph’s first board purchase post-Tour. Enjoy! Partners: SurfNVS.com Partners: ColbyPlus.com Partners: REALWatersports.com Partners:Treeswax…

Professional surfer, author, ecofeminist, mother, Lauren Hill joins us to discuss how a commitment to curiosity has resulted in an unlikely surf career, an even less likely life as a farmer, and the cosmic premonition that inspired her to move across the world in a quest to stay centered. Enjoy! (Originally aired September 2020) Presented … Continu…

Professional surfer, author, ecofeminist, mother, Lauren Hill joins us to discuss how a commitment to curiosity has resulted in an unlikely surf career, an even less likely life as a farmer, and the cosmic premonition that inspired her to move across the world in a quest to stay centered. Enjoy! (Originally aired September 2020) Learn more about yo…

Pro surfer turned shaper, Shane Stoneman discusses the immeasurable influence environment plays in one’s work and well-being, the restorative virtues of painting, music as a conduit to connect with his children, and how to mitigate the physical trauma of shaping surfboards. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com, REALWatersports.com, VAERWatches.com Sponso…

Pro surfer turned shaper, Shane Stoneman discusses the immeasurable influence environment plays in one’s work and well-being, the restorative virtues of painting, music as a conduit to connect with his children, and how to mitigate the physical trauma of shaping surfboards. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…