Surf Splendor

In today’s show David and Chas find the ultimate forecast tool to survey the surf report without the risk of getting sucked into the social media phone vortex, Griff accidentally leaks evidence that he’s in one of surfing’s most secretive and exclusive cabals, a listener sulks through reality after the comedown of the perfect Maldivian … Continue reading "380 – The Grit! July 10, 2026" The post 38...

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 – B...

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on the career of the greatest surfer/shaper ever from The Hague, pen a eulogy to Scott’s SUP career, plot an investment strategy to buy new boards before pioneer shapers retire, acknowledge Slater’s unrivaled Teahupo’o resume before writing him off, finally determine an objective way to measure waves (thanks … Continue reading "465 – Spit! July 8, 2026" The...

In today’s show Chas and David reevaluate the legacy’s of surfing’s most notorious big wave icon and OG stylists, reflect on the inauspicious inception of the CT’s latest venue, celebrate surf culture’s funeral with a DJ set by Paris Hilton and the unlikely return of a surfer lost at sea, then wonder if demo days … Continue reading "379 – The Grit! July 3, 2026" The post 379 – The Grit! July 3, 20...

In today’s show David and Scott remember which pro surfer launched the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and his connection to a murderous jewel thief, they revisit the origin story of Cloud 9 and mythical lore that’s drawn the WSL to it’s fabled reef, discuss the major shake up in the WSL rankings, reflect on how … Continue reading "464 – Spit! July 2, 2026" The post 464 – Spit! July 2, 2026 appeared...

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 –...

In today’s show David and Chas review the Louis Vuitton surf capsule and fashion show, acknowledge one of the most influential surfers of this generation, make an alarming accusation at Surfer Magazine, reveal the heralded world champ who tried to cut the bathroom line, measure the distance from the beach it’s acceptable to ride a … Continue reading "378 – The Grit! June 26, 2026" The post 378 – T...

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on “Big Wave Surfing’s” adjacency to all other surfing, revisit some of the most harrowing stories of survival and breakthrough, gossip about the infighting, romance, and dramas the percolate from those intense line-ups, and finally give recognition to some of the sports purists who never seek a dime … Continue reading "463 – Spit! June 24, 2026" The post 46...

In today’s show Chas gives the Moroccan surf report and finally unlocks the joys of big boarding, David fills him in on the major upsets in Brazil, and the cisgender white males dissect Tyler Wright’s oral sex pantomime claim, reveal the greatest surf magazine cover of all time, advise on a perfect must-have surf caboodle, … Continue reading "377 – The Grit! June 22, 2026" The post 377 – The Grit!...

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...

In today’s show David and Scott identify surfing’s most prodigious man of mystery, hear the harrowing tale of Timmy Patterson’s near drowning, mark a stark contrast between Carissa Moore and Tyler Wright’s manner of celebration, welcome Leo Fioravanti to his rightful throne, and salute one of the greatest surf teams to every be assembled. Plus … Continue reading "462 – Spit! June 17, 2026" The pos...

In today’s show, live from Morocco, David and Chas bid a fond farewell to a moderation great, reveal how the WSL hamstrung an innocent CT surfer’s potential, get floored by the souliest surfer’s lauding of chlorinated tube time, explain why you should never dab someone up, navigate how to rewrite your social media history, and … Continue reading "376 – The Grit! June 12, 2026" The post 376 – The G...

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 59...

In today’s show Scott and David live commentate the El Salvador Pro, are stunned by the massive upsets, analyze two hugely consequential priority blunders by the WSL’s judge, do a deep dive into American softness and wonder if grittiness can ever be fostered in adulthood, and welcome the long awaited return of SoCal’s premium big … Continue reading "461 – Spit! June 10, 2026" The post 461 – Spit!...

In today’s show Chas and David question the ethics of the El Salvador local who kicked his board at Jack Robinson, survey Italo’s laceration from a different local, witness a near end of life at End Of The Road, learn the exact timeline of Taj’s employ at Hayden, hear about old school street justice from … Continue reading "375 – The Grit! June 5, 2026" The post 375 – The Grit! June 5, 2026 appear...

In today’s show David and Scott prep for the El Salvador Pro, salivate over the forecast, review the massive South Swells parading though the Pacific and some of the epic rides, begin the design process to improve the big wave Gun, review the finale footage of Stab In The Dark, analysis why Hayden gets maligned … Continue reading "460 – Spit! June 3, 2026" The post 460 – Spit! June 3, 2026 appeare...

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 hom...

In today’s show David and Chas question the intelligence quotient required to be labeled a “boob”, worry about the Dora household dynamics, question the purity of Stab’s latest winner amidst a bombshell of new truth, pay remembrance to one of California’s surfing savants, and determine the exact age to stop fighting back pain and accept … Continue reading "374 – The Grit! May 29, 2026" The post 37...

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...

In today’s show Scott and David review the New Zealand Pro and parse the controversy about “traditional vs aerial” approach in the mens final, celebrate another redefining of what’s possible by Carissa Moore, question how so many greats have fallen into the rankings abyss, advise to not change shapers mid-career, and bid a fond farewell … Continue reading "459 – Spit! May 27, 2026" The post 459 –...

In today’s show Chas and David fantasize about a life after quitting surfing, wonder the pleasures of dragging their nether regions through a gapping pit, finally pay respects to Hamana Kalili, flirt with the idea of a having a surfboard dalliance, discover the ultimate White Person Problem, and endeavor to teach the youth the exquisite … Continue reading "373 – The Grit! May 21, 2026" The post 37...

In today’s show David and Scott discuss the delicate balance of maintaining a passion for surf while being able to monetize it and exploit to the masses, revel in the Twin+1 virtues at gutless Manu Bay, note a demarcation line when media company entered the events biz and stole focus from a CT event, applaud … Continue reading "458 – Spit! May 20, 2026" The post 458 – Spit! May 20, 2026 appeared f...

In today’s show David and Chas laud the successes of Stab High, grimace at the horror show in Raglan, bask in the retribution of the monk seal attacker, attempt to rewire their personalities, discover why kindness is the new cool, identify a theme unique to all Curren stories, learn how to prime the body to … Continue reading "372 – The Grit! May 15, 2026" The post 372 – The Grit! May 15, 2026 app...

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 –...

In today’s show Scott and David dive into New Zealand’s surf history in anticipation of the CT event, mark a flashpoint in women’s progression that will change everything, investigate what the sale of Surf Ranch means for the WSL, prep bigger boards for the “100% probable” El Niño season, and welcome Torren Martyn from his … Continue reading "457 – Spit! May 13, 2026" The post 457 – Spit! May 13,...