PINCH MY SALT

NEW MERCH ALERT: https://sterlingspencer.co/ There are 4 types of surfers—and once you see it, you can't unsee it. This episode cracks the code of surf culture in the funniest, rawest way possible. From Big Wave Psychos in helmets to Hipster Surfers in beanies and rings, we expose the unspoken personalities that run the lineup. Which one are you? The High-Perf Jock trying to qualify? Or the N...

Pinch My Salt, titled "Surfing Cancelled Me", we dive deep into the raw, hilarious, and controversial world of surf culture, surf conspiracies, and the chaotic evolution of modern surfing. From soft top wars to beef with legends like Kelly Slater, Kalani Robb and OCCY, we unpack why the surf industry is in a "vulnerable" state, and how viral YouTube culture is messing with core...

Elephants, skimboards, Mormons in silk pajamas, and wild surf adventures — this is not your average surf trip PODCAST! Join Sterling Spencer and Ryan as they take you deep into the weirdest, funniest, and most unforgettable surf stories from Thailand. From riding elephants in the jungle to getting chased by ladyboys on the streets of Phuket, this Thailand surf adventure is beyond epic. They talk s...

🌊😂 Welcome to Pinch My Salt — the surf comedy podcast that roasts surf culture, explores awkward dad life, and takes you deep into the weirdest corners of the ocean and the mind! 🤙 Join pro surfer Sterling Spencer (aka the best surfer in the world ) and his cousin Ryan as they drop in on hilarious topics: sketchy surf company conspiracies, whether Justin Bieber should trade his beanie for a boa...

Did Tom Segura just post the most controversial surf photo ever? In this viral episode of Pinch My Salt, pro surfer Sterling Spencer breaks down Tom Segura’s foam board fail, and why real surfers are calling it the end of core surf culture. We compare Tom’s Costco surfboard moment to Jonah Hill’s epic surf transformation, and ask: who really respects the craft? We also dive into the soft-top apoca...

In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan dive deep into the untold stories of the legendary Volcom House on the North Shore of Oahu. From wild surf parties and groupie pyramids to acid-fueled midnight pipeline sessions, this is raw, unfiltered surf history you won't hear anywhere else. 💪 Plus, we break down the eternal debate: Are surfers actually stronger than gym...

Who is the best surfer in the world—and what actually makes someone “the best” in surfing? Is it airs, power turns, getting barreled, or just having the most fun? On this episode of Pinch My Salt, pro surfer Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan dive deep into surf culture, surf comedy, and the eternal debate: performance vs. soul surfing. If you love surfing podcasts, skateboarding culture, beach life...

Is the best surfer really the one having the most fun—or just the one selling soft tops? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer and Ryan go deep into the surf culture battlefield, unpacking the viral phrase that’s dividing the lineup. From Florida to the Gold Coast, we talk surf fights, core lords, and the war between fun surfers and those chasing gnarly progression. We dive into surfi...

The WSL is finally listening... but is it too late? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, we break down the biggest shakeup in professional surfing in years: the World Surf League is scrapping the midyear cut, bringing back Pipe, and maybe—just maybe—giving the sport back to the surfers. We also dig into: Julian Wilson’s wildcard return at the Gold Coast Pro 🏄‍♂️ Why Felipe Toledo got booed in Austra...

😂 Sterling's Worst Dating Advice is a long-form comedy podcast episode delivering pure chaotic podcast energy from start to finish. We’re serving up funny dating stories, absurd podcast moments, and raw relationship podcast confessions. From funny heartbreak tales to over-the-top marriage regrets, this episode turns romantic fails into absolutely hilarious wins.  😅 Surf’s up 🤙! Surfers wil...

Surfers are insane—and we’ve got the proof. In this viral episode of Pinch My Salt, pro surfer Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan dive deep into the craziest corners of surf culture, conspiracy theories, and core vs. kook chaos. From Kanye West clones, UFO sightings, and jellyfish aliens, to the ultimate soft top vs. core lord surfing debate—this surf comedy podcast pulls no punches. We talk Ben Gra...

In this hilarious episode of our comedy podcast, we dive deep into one of the greatest debates of our generation: can pretty couples actually make it? From marriage theories to surf metaphors, contest nerves, and the downfall of core surfers, nothing is off limits. Sterling Spencer and the crew unpack why being ugly might be the secret to a successful relationship, compare marriage to riding the s...

 We dive deep into the hot debate around localism in surfing. Is protecting your home break noble or just toxic gatekeeping? 🏄‍♂️ We share hilarious stories about surf trips gone wrong, filming surf movies with Rob Machado, battling alpha filmer drama, and why goofy footers are like Gen Z travelers. Plus, we uncover how surf culture, skateboarding culture, and even snowboarding tribes view respec...

Welcome back to Pinch My Salt, the funniest surf podcast on the planet - where ex-pro surfers, core lords, and soft top haters unite. In this episode, we dive deep into the spicy world of surf industry tariffs, aging rippers with paddle priority, and the hidden costs of cheap China soft tops. Is the surf community ready to go core again? Will new import taxes finally kill off the mass-produced foa...

What happens when two surf-obsessed cousins expose the unspoken truth about the surfing world? In this comedy-surf podcast episode of Pinch My Salt, titled Every Surfer’s Worst FEAR, we break down the most relatable, embarrassing, and terrifying moments in surf culture. From soft top surfers, stand-up paddlers, and foil board fails, to the sacred art of the bottom turn, we cover what every core su...

Ever wondered how a modern pro surfer makes money in today’s world of content creation, OnlyFans lunch breaks, and surfboard sponsorships? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Pro surfer Sterling Spencer and his filmer cousin Ryan Spencer dive into the hilarious reality of surviving as a modern-day surfer. From carbon fiber surfboards and wave pools in Brazil, to side hustles like OnlyFans messaging,...

Step into the 90s surf scene—when surfers were rockstars, breakdancers, and full-blown legends. In this comedy-packed podcast episode, Sterling Spencer sits down with his brother Yancy to unleash untold stories from the golden era of surfing & skating. From surf shop philosophy to breakdance battles with Andy Irons and Cory Lopez, to surf van road trips through California and wild nights on th...

The ultimate surf comedy podcast episode from Pinch My Salt! If you’re searching for funny surf podcasts, surf culture breakdowns, or want to know why every surf shop employee looks so mad, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Hosted by Sterling Spencer, pro surfer turned comedy podcaster, we dive into surf shop fails, core lord surf behavior, surfboard history, Tom Curren stories, skater vs surfer debates...

Who’s really calling the shots in the surf industry? Is it the World Surf League (WSL)? The surf brands? The underground core lords? Or are we all just pawns in a wave-riding conspiracy? 🏄‍♂️👀 In this hilarious surf podcast episode, Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan dive deep into the hidden power players of surfing—uncovering the legends, the sellouts, and the ones still holding the true spirit...

The Natural Selection Surf Competition might change the surf industry!? Drake and Kendrick Lamar!? The world of surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding is evolving faster than ever! In this episode of Pinch My Salt, we dive deep into the most mind-blowing innovations in surf culture, alternative wave-riding, and next-level action sports.  We break down: ✅ The craziest surfing inventions hitting...

EP 63 | Who's Actually CONTROLLING Surfing? | Pinch My Salt  Welcome to the Pinch My Salt Podcast – the wildest, funniest, and most brutally honest comedy podcast where surf culture, skateboarding, snowboarding, and board sports collide. In this episode, we expose the untold truth of who’s been secretly running the surf industry for decades – and how team managers, surf brands, and behind-the...

Brace yourself! We’re diving deep into the hidden world of professional surfing, from the gnarliest rivalries to the untold stories that shaped surf history. In this episode of Pinch My Salt, we expose the dark side of surf culture—fights, scandals, party-fueled contests, and the underground economy that kept it all going. 🏄‍♂️ We break down: ✅ Kelly Slater’s insane longevity—is he even human?...

The surf industry is collapsing—but how did it get to this point? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer and the crew break down the rise and fall of surf brands like Billabong, Quiksilver, and Volcom, why corporate greed took over core surf culture, and what it means for skaters, snowboarders, and surfers alike. 🔥 Topics Covered: ✔️ The downfall of the surf industry – What went wrong...

The Collapse of the surf industry, is it COMING!? Growing up on the Gulf of America!? We surf through the current state of the surf industry and ponder the million-dollar question: is a wipeout on the horizon? Plus, we’ll throw in a nod to the legendary Kelly Slater, who not only redefined cool but also had a knack for naming his surfboards!? Orlando surf expos!? Join us for a chat packed with per...

It was a HISTORIC amount of snowfall in Florida! The entire state was blanketed in white, creating a scene that is rarely seen in this warm climate. Sterling confesses that he is the cause of it, claiming responsibility for this incredible weather phenomenon. Is Snow overrated? Join us as we explore this question and dive into the unexpected joy and challenges that come with such a rare event. We...