Surf Splendor Archives - 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...

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 Z...

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...

??? 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...

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 40...

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 …...

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 “ASTONISHI...

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 &#8...

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...

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...

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 Spo...

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...

? 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 r...

Alex Gray spent 8 months of quarantine on Namotou and Tavarua as one of the only surfers with full access to Cloudbreak. Today he tells the story and explains his revitalized passion for surfing, health, and sharing it all with others. Enjoy! Sponsor: Digital Vans Triple Crown of Surfing VansTripleCrownofSurfing.com and @VansTripleCrownSurf Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf   … Continue...

The whole gang is together to reflect on 2021, make bold predictions for 2022 and hold one another accountable for their New Year’s resolutions. Join David Scales, Devon Howard, Matt Warshaw, Chas Smith, Kevin Miller of the Florida Surf Film Festival, and the Breuer Brothers (Tyler and Jamie) of Hardcore Surf History in celebrating the … Continue reading "394 – A Pod Party" The p...

Former pro surfer, elite level coach and mentor Jim Hogan joins us to talk about rise, fall, and recent qualification of Carlos Munoz, the value of disadvantage, and his goal to bring the worlds smallest surf nations onto the World Tour. Enjoy! Sponsor: Digital Vans Triple Crown of Surfing VansTripleCrownofSurfing.com and @VansTripleCrownSurf Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf Sponsor: … Conti...

Board builder and inventor Greg Webber joins us to discuss designing on the fringe, infighting in the wave pool biz, and how Webber Reefs will not only transform your local closeout but will benefit the eco-diversity and your home’s value. Enjoy! Sponsor: Digital Vans Triple Crown of Surfing VansTripleCrownofSurfing.com and @VansTripleCrownSurf Sponsor: AthleticGreens.com/surf Sponsor: Whoop...

Original Z-Boy, part of the greatest surf team ever, Oxford English Dictionary consultant, and surfing’s foremost historian Matt Warshaw joins us to watch Haleiwa, talk about the ultimate mic drop moment in surfing, and tell us about his recent dinner with Kelly Slater. Enjoy! Subscribe and Donate to EOS.surf HERE Sponsor: Slowtide.co promo code “surfpodcast” … Continue rea...

MC returns to discuss the aftermath from our last chat, Sunny Garcia, the concept of “sustainability” in surfboards, searching for his birthfather, and how confronting vulnerability is allowing him dispel past trauma. Enjoy! Visit MauriceCole.com and @MCSurfboardsAus If you need help and guidance managing depression please refer to this resources: Anxiety Depression Association of America …...

In today’s episode Maurice Cole contemplates recent tragedy and candidly laments compromising his integrity to chase business goals. He explores the correlation between stress and cancer and explains why every surf brand has failed after going public and how he’s personally lost millions of dollars. Lastly, Cole analyzes the aftermath of these traumas and explains … Continue reading "389 &#8...

Israel “Izzy” Paskowitz discusses growing up with 8 siblings in a 24 foot camper, the blessings and limitations of his father’s rigorous ideology, how his son’s Autism has helped him overcome a life of self-centeredness, and the ocean’s unique therapeutic benefits. Enjoy! Follow @IzzyPaskowitz and SurfersHealing.org Sponsor: Slowtide.co promo code “surfpodcast&#...

Author Thad Ziolkowski joins us to discuss surfing’s sordid history with drugs and alcohol, how surfing triggers behavioral addiction’s physiology and how the act of surfing can aid in addiction recovery. Thad also shares his own story of substance misuse and finding refuge through surfing. Enjoy! Sponsor: Slowtide.co promo code “surfpodcast” for 20% off Sponsor: … Co...

In December of 2012 Derek Dunfee was found floating unconscious 100 miles to sea, nearly 20 minutes after suffering a horrendous wipeout at Cortes Bank. For the first time, Derek surveys the experience and how it has altered his perspective and shaped his future. Enjoy! DerekDunfee.com and @DerekDunfee Sponsor: Whoop.com promo code “SURF” for 15% … Continue reading "386 – D...

Quietly and immeasurably influencing the surf world, Jon Roseman’s stewardship of Cloudbreak has been cosigned by Fijian tribal leaders and pro surfers alike. Today he shares stories from 30 years of swells, why his best surfing is still ahead of him, and how he hopes to convert his experiences into sustainable success for Tavarua’s future. … Continue reading "385 – Jon Ros...

In our 2nd and final installment, Mickey Munoz tells us about his work stunt doubling for Sandra Dee in the film Gidget. We then have a discussion about his involvement with Surftech and the concerns of overseas surfboard manufacturing. Mickey closes our interview by proposing a theory about time travel and potentially discovering the Fountain … Continue reading "384 – Mickey Munoz: Pa...