ThankYouSurfing

Join Brad Wells of Thank You Surfing in Season 3, Episode 5 when Scott from IWS Miami hosts Taylor, Theo, Daniel, and Aden from the FIU Surf Club to explore the changes in the surf industry and culture since the 1980’s. Recorded on June 27, 2024, this episode examines the decline of surfing’s cultural relevance, shares Miami surf stories, discusses the impact of fashion trends, and highlights the...

Three surfers, three countries, and one shared love for the ocean. Episode 4 of season 3 of the ThankYouSurfing podcast features Ale from Guatemala, Katrina from Latvia, and Nette from the Netherlands. Though they didn’t grow up surfing in their homelands, they’ve found a community in the global surf scene. Live from El Zonte, El Salvador, this episode starts a bit quirky, gets hilarious, and wrap...

Join Brad Wells from Thank You Surfing as he chats with Amanda and Erika in El Salvador, for Season 3, Episode 3. The trio dives into the local surf culture, the impact of international competitions, and the increasing popularity of surfing among both locals and tourists. They discuss their personal journeys, the unique surf scenes of their hometowns in Canada, and the broader implications of surf...

Join us for another live episode of the Thank You Surfing Podcast from El Salvador. It's our first international episode, and we're stoked to discuss the vibrant local surf scene with special guests Pollo from Tropical Freaks and Pablo from Hotel Michanti.  We dive into topics such as the impact of tourism and government initiatives on El Salvador's surf culture, localism in the lineup...

Join Brad Wells, Caleb, and a group of friends in Season 3 of the Thank You Surfing Podcast as they discuss the resurgence of Miami's surfing culture post-COVID from a bus converted into a home. This episode explores the evolution of surf culture, the impact of financial flows on technology and innovation, and the significance of inclusivity within the community. Reflecting on personal experie...

Bradley Wells and Christian De La Iglesia introduce their intentions for the ThankYouSurfing podcast. They aim to celebrate surfing culture and preserve surfing history within their local community. The plan for the podcast takes a poignant turn as Brad addresses the passing of his friend and co-host, Chris, emphasizing the importance of continuing their work in his memory. As Brad plans to evolve...

Brad Wells and Christian de la Iglesia discuss surf and culture with Mike Gonzalez. Recorded in the Thank You Surfing loft. A/V: Caleb Wishart. Weekly happs Report and forcast Print photos vs social media The Cultural importance of surf media The New, New References:   Masters of Surf Photography: Jeff Divine: Thirty years, 1970-1999

Brad Wells and Christian de la Iglesia discuss surf and culture with Atena Sherry. Recorded at the new F1RST Surf Shop location at the Marriott Stanton, South Beach. A/V: Caleb Wishart. Talk Story back for the F1RST time at new F1rst Surf Supply Co.  New shop location What to consider when taking a surf trip Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for Season 1

Brad Wells and Christian de la Iglesia discuss surf and culture at Nomad Surf Shop with special guests Ryan Heavyside and Ron Heavyside. A/V: Caleb Wishart. An introduction to season two of Talk Story. Christian and Brad talk about what they’ve learned in 2018, and what’s coming up in 2019, as Talk Story plans to go on the road to different surf shops up the Florida coast. Visit http://ThankYouSur...

Brad Wells and Christian de la Iglesia discuss surf and culture.  A/V: Caleb Wishart. An introduction to season two of Talk Story. Christian and Brad talk about what they’ve learned in 2018, and what’s coming up in 2019, as Talk Story plans to go on the road to different surf shops up the Florida coast. Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for season 1

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. A/V: Caleb Wishart. This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Surf Movies/Influences – West vs. East surf scene – 2019 Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. A/V: Caleb Wishart. This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Travel planning – California fires – Where is talk story going? Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guests: Carlos “Turtle” Gimenez, Bill Whiddon, and Terry “TQ” Quinlan A/V: Caleb Wishart. Intern: Keegan This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – South Beach:Changing geography and surf scene – Board progression – South Florida surf conditions ove...

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guest: Aretha Sack (@PonyMaane @FlossGloss) A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Landlocked – Adult Grom – The ocean: a lot to take in Floss Gloss: http://flossgloss.com Bikini inspector: https://youtu.be/2q_7XpgINWM) Visit...

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guests Rudy Duboue (@RudyDuboue http://RudyDuboue.com) and Billy Marshall (@BillyGoate) A/V: Caleb Wishart, Intern: Keegan

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guests Ethan, Merritt, and Chad of CREPIC (@LiveCrepic http://livecrepic.com) A/V: Caleb Wishart, Intern: Bobby Koz

Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood is joined by guest hosts Anouck Jourdaa (@AnouckJourdaa), and Fulvia Zando (@FulviaZando), and special guest Pedro Querejeta of Puro Surf, El Salvador to discuss surf and culture. A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Puro Surf academy – El Salvador surf trips – Training new surfers and etiqu...

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. A/V: Caleb Wishart, Intern: Keegan This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Red tide – Ten years at F1rst – Maui’s injury and recovery (http://bit.ly/MauiRecovery) Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special Guests: Zander (@ZanderWaves, ZanderWaves.com) A/V: Caleb Wishart Intern: Keegan This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Going Upcoast – Touring and Surfing – Getting into Music – Live Musical Performance – Right Here by Zander – Wild Flowers Cov...

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special Guests: Sean Kouri (@miamirockssmk) A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Lifeguarding – Tony Bird – Extreme Sports Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special Guests: Billy Marshall (@billygoate) and Chris Caldwell (@chris__caldwell) A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Why was the report wrong? – Chris and Billy – Car Surfing Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Guest & A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Surf Expo – The Ron Jon's Experience Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guest: Dave Lavernia (@davel_art, https://www.daveldesigns.com) A/V: Caleb Wishart Intern: Keegan Winton This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Learning to Surf – Art in Surfing – Passion and Commercialization Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com fo...

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guest: Ray Corona of Rip Curl @RipCurl_Mami A/V: Caleb Wishart Intern: Keegan Winton This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Opening of Rip Curl Miami – Brad in Costa Rica Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…

Brad Wells of ThankYouSurfing and Christian de la Iglesia of F1RST | Division Wynwood discuss surf and culture. Special guest: Rudy Dubuoe and Intern Keegan A/V: Caleb Wishart This episode includes: – Weekly Local Happenings – Surf Report/Forecast – Red tide – Van life – The ideal surf shop Visit http://ThankYouSurfing.com for more…