South Coast Kook

Gong Gurfers are an open and growing community in Wollongong that want to help women make connections and build their confidence in and out of the water  Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use the following promo codes...

I caught up with Ian, Terry and Bryan from the South Coast branch of The Disabled Surfers Association of Australia. We talk about what DSAA is and how they cater to all disabilities. Volunteering is the key to their success. So if you are available on these upcoming dates. Jump on to  the website to register Mollymook on the 26/2/22 and Gerroa on the 13/3/22.  http://disabledsurfers.org/nsw/south-...

I caught up Jenna and Arron Clark co founders of  SurFebruary which is a fun annual event in February, where participants raise money for cancer research by catching a wave or getting in the water every day – rain, hail or shine. After co-founder Jenna-Lea Clark survived a life-changing cancer diagnosis at the age of  28, she and husband Arron teamed up with their mates Mike Durante and Krista Hue...

I caught up with Dan in the Hill to Air studio at Gerringong. Dan is part owner of the company Board Sox. We chat about his own surfing history, the story behind his company Board Sox , and how they differ from other companies. Board Sox is the original canvas surfboard cover, They build stronger, covers and help build, stronger communities. Dan also touches on his new passion project salty safari...

Ryan founded a different kind of company, one that doesn’t promote overconsumption or try to convince you to buy more than you need. Need essentials was born from my own desire to consume less and live simply. It’s about not wasting resources on what is not important. The concept is to have less but to have what is well made, what is sourced responsibly, what is long lasting and useful at its core...

I caught up with Trent from Hill To Air and tested out his podcast equipment, We talk all things media production and learning to surf. HILL TO AIR is a South Coast visual production house based in Gerringong, NSW. The HILL TO AIR team is made up of videographers, photographers, drone pilots and editors. https://hilltoair.com.au Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out...

I caught up with Dez and Flick from South Coast Skateboards. Dez is a surfer through and through who started South Coast Skateboards to give back to the skating community. This is a family business, owned and operated in the Wollongong area on the South Coast of NSW, Australia. The purpose of the business is to give back to the skateboarding community and support the development of the incredibly...

I caught up with Tom from Spooked Kooks at his warehouse on a busy Friday afternoon. We spoke about how Spooked Kooks started, Toms surfing history and how Spooked Kooks are leading the charge with recycled soft boards. Spooked Kooks is a surf brand for the ocean They make softboards and other surf gear with a focus on minimising our impact on the planet and inspiring people to connect with the oc...

Adam suffered a heart attack at the young age of 39 whilst he was in the surf. He was told he would be on meds for the rest of his life. He decided to prove the doctors wrong by changing his diet to 100 % plant based.  He even went as far as to training and  finishing an Ironman. Adam shares his plant based journey to creating 'I Feel Good'. Thank you for listening; I would just like to...

Sonia creator of Women make waves, We caught up and had a chat about her surf history, Why she made Women makes waves, The surf retreats she organises, Breath work, Ocean clean ups and all things surf. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creati...

I was lucky enough to catch up with Phil Macdonald CEO of Ocean & Earth and former CT number 5 in the world. We talk about his surfing history, what it was like on the world tour,  Ocean & Earth  products and cool new things coming out this summer. I hope you all enjoy. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support a...

Callum & Chris from South Coast Van Fitouts talk about their surf stories and quitting their jobs to fit out vans.  Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use the following promo codes to receive discounts on their web...

I was lucky enough to catch up with Dr Dave Jenkins founder of Surfaid. We talk about his surfing history and why he started Surfaid and all about Make a wave during September.  Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use t...

I spoke to Marty and Damien from Green Caffeen about what Green Caffeen is and how it works.  Although they are not hard core surfers, I feel that their passion for cleaning up the ocean can be appreciated by everyone. I honestly think what they are doing is amazing. Have a listen and  if you're interested in helping them clean up the planet follow them on Instagram and download their app. Th...

Christian, Zac, Kane, Sonny from Gerringong Surf School and Veterans Surf Project. We talk general Surf chat, about learning to surf and The Veterans surf Project Check out  https://www.veteransurfproject.org https://www.gerringongsurfschool.com.au Salt Water Healing video  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5W0IWaJZKhE Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my follow...

Just a quick update about what's been happening with The South Coast Kook. I talk about my website, The Board Exchange, Surfaid's - Make A Wave Foundation  and general surf chat. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say th...

I was lucky enough to sit down with the wonderful Tayla Watson We spoke about, Her best and worst worse wave, Why she shifted her career from Speech Pathologist to a Yoga & Mediation teacher and what a Cacao Ceremony is. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the com...

5. Queers Down South. I Spoke to Jem and Brodie about surfing, What Queers Down South is and why they created the Community. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use the following promo codes to receive discounts on thei...

4. Kate Cliff, I had the pleasure to catch up with Kate and hear her Surf Stories , Meditation and her very Inspirational Journey. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use the following promo codes to receive discounts o...

3. Kurt Ogilvie, I Caught up with Kurt and discussed Handstands, Surf Flow,  Breath and Ice.  Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use the following promo codes to receive discounts on their websites. Surf Paints. To tak...

2. Ryder Ladkin,  I spoke to Ryder Ladkin from Natural Necessity and talked about all things surfing, his favourite boards and the  40 year history of the family run surf shop. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating. To say thanks, use th...

From Coal Miner to South Coast Kook, a brief story about how I got here.  Welcome to the South Coast Kook Podcast! Learn more about the show's host and self-proclaimed 'kook' Mat King. Thank you for listening; I would just like to give a quick shout-out to my following sponsors.  These companies support and believe in The South Coast Kook Podcast and the community that I am creating...