Surf Splendor

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411 - Drew Brophy May 11, 2022

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Artist Drew Brophy catapulted to surf world fame in the 90s by when his artwork adorned the boards that sparked a cultural movement. He parlayed that popularity over the next three decades into television and film work, corporate commissions, and fine art. In November 2021, he contracted COVID and spent 28 days in a coma. Today he recounts the experience and attempts to process life after returning from the edge of existence. Enjoy!

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410 - Wayne Rich Apr 28, 2022

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Wayne Rich is an International Surfboard Builder Hall of Famer and a 2x Icons of Foam winner. In this episode Wayne details his childhood in Hermosa Beach during the heyday of Noll, Bing, and Weber. He unpacks asymmetrical board design and discusses how the wipeout that nearly paralyzed him altered his perspective on surfing, shaping, and life. Enjoy!

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409 - Waterman filmmaker Isaac Halasima Apr 20, 2022

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Waterman, the award winning Duke Kahanamoku documentary hit theaters last week. Today filmmaker Isaac Halasima discusses Duke's extraordinary life, how he navigated the delicate nature of sharing a vested story, and how Waterman will serve in the long legacy of Polynesian oral tradition. Enjoy!

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408 - Jonathan Wayne Freeman Apr 14, 2022

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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, fun-loving hippy. Enjoy!

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407 - Zoltan Torkos: The Surfing Magician Apr 07, 2022

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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!

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406 - Greg Jacobs: Campsite Media House Apr 01, 2022

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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 filmmakers and dissects his next big projects. Enjoy!

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405 - WaterWays Founder, Sean Murphy Mar 23, 2022

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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 success and what surf travel looks like post-COVID. Enjoy!

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404 - Stephen Cooney: UNEARTHED Mar 10, 2022

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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 of Tracks magazine. Today we revisit the stories and photos through his newly released autography, Unearthed. Enjoy!

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403 - Jamie Brisick: SOUNDINGS Mar 03, 2022

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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!

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402 - Albe Falzon Feb 24, 2022

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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!

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