L8night with Choccy
262 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 169 ratingsJay "L8night" Larson and Lyndon "Choccy" Cabellon
surf talk podcast.
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A conversation with Kolohe "BROTHER" Andino_2 PERCENT UNION
April 12, 2024 12:00 - 2 hours - 137 MBOur guest this week is a second-generation pro-surfer who just happened to be a child prodigy. We are pretty sure he broke all NSSA amateur title records. He was putting out crazy edits and blowing away everyone with the air-game. By the early age of 15 had, most if not all of, the iconic Surf Brands in a bidding war to sign him. He spent 10 years on the Championship tour. He continues to put out crazy content, has a huge passion for Surf films, which he also produces, and is all ab...
A conversation with Lyndon "CHOCCY" Cabellon_Episode #1
April 05, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThe long awaited & most demanded interview (just kidding we needed to fill the gap) with Lyndon "CHOCCY" Cabellon. We talked about the immigration from the Philippines, how he started Skateboarding and eventually found his passion of Surfing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Kelly Sorensen_ON THE BEACH SURF SHOP_Episode #3
March 29, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBSTRAIGHT OUTTA FRESNO!! This week’s guest grew up in Fresno and his family was in the agricultural business. He was a Skateboarder and spent his summers at Kennolyn Camp in Soquel Mountains of Santa Cruz. Sundays were spent on the beach, where Kelly found his love of Surfing. One summer he found himself at Portola Surf Shop owned and operated by Mike Locatelli. Fast forward a couple of years he partnered with Locatelli and opened On The Beach Surf Shop. Since 1986 Kelly Sorensen ha...
A conversation with Roy Crump_Huntington Beach Legend
March 22, 2024 12:00 - 3 hours - 181 MBOur guest this week is Local Legend from Long Beach that caught his first wave 75 years ago. Living a nomadic life spending most his time surfing or playing beach volleyball, he has called Huntington Beach and North Shore Oahu his home for most of his life. He was one of the few charging Waimea and Pipeline in the 60’s and was a part of the Huntington Beach Surf Club in the early days. He has been a Jack of all trades, being a shop manager at Harbour SurfBoards, a journalist, Schoo...
A conversation with Dr. Tim McAdams_ON THE BEACH SURF SHOP_DAY OF STOKE_SURF RANCH_ EPISODE #1
March 15, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBWe sat down with Dr. Tim McAdams, Team Doctor of the San Francisco 49'rs. He talked to us about learning to surf in Hawaii, taking a 35 year break to become a Doctor, and how he got back into Surfing! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Joey "THE CALIFORNIA KID" Buran
March 08, 2024 13:00 - 3 hours - 179 MBThis is the second episode with Joey "THE CALIFORNIA KID" Buran. We talked about life after Pro-Surfing, starting the Professional Surfing Association of America (PSAA), depression, suicide, and finding Faith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Nate "NATE DOG" Zoller
March 01, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBOur guest this week is a photographer, Filmer, Editor, Journalist, and Surfer. He got into photography at an early age of 12, and combining his love and passion for Surfing, traveling, and the urge for adventure. He has been scoring and documenting his journey’s ever since! We welcome the talented and hard charging Mr. Nate “NATE DOG“ Zoller. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Joey "THE CALIFORNIA KID" Buran
February 23, 2024 13:00 - 3 hours - 179 MBOur guest this week is a Hall of Fame Pro Surfer that finished #7 on the Championship Tour. With multiple career victories including the prestigious 1984 Pipeline Masters! In 1985 he founded the Professional Surfing Association of America (PSAA) tour. But from highs to lows, in just a few short years later, depression got the best of him. He hit rock bottom. Soon after, he gave his life to Jesus Christ and he couldn’t believe that his purpose in life was more than just winning ...
A conversation with Hobie Surfshop: 70TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY Episode #1
February 16, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 152 MBWe had the honor and privilege to sit down with Hobie Surfshop and help celebrate their 70th Anniversary on Valentine's Day! We popped the bubbly with Kris Carlow, Buck "BUCKZASTER" Barry, Mark Christy, Jake Schwaner, and the most interesting man in the world, the legendary pioneer of Surfshops Dick Metz. Unfortunately we ran out of time but will have another episode soon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d...
A conversation with Mark "SPEEDER" Reeder
February 09, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBOur guest this week is an HB Legend who was part of the First Crew of Team Riders for Huntington Surf and Sport, Hurley Surfboards, and Billabong. This stylish and accomplished ripper turned pro and eventually became the Surf Team Manager at Billabong and is to this day, regarded as one of the Best Team Managers to Date. At some point in his life he stopped surfing and moved out of state for 8 years, but he eventually moved back and reconnected to his surf roots and has been at HSS ...
A conversation with Matt "MONEY' Smith
February 02, 2024 13:00 - 3 hours - 184 MBOur guest this week is a Surfer, Radio Personality and Play-by-Play announcer for the NFL. He got his first radio gig in College at Pepperdine University while obtaining a double major in Political Science and Communications. Once he graduated, he was right into the LA Radio scene working on the Kevin and Bean show for KROQ. He was also the host for the Lakers pre-game, halftime and post games shows. He currently Co-Hosts a show with Petros Papadakis for the last 18 years and i...
A conversation with Chad "SLIM" Tim Tim
January 26, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 128 MBOur guest this week is a Pro Skateboarder that is always putting together interesting smooth lines as he tears through the streets. He has had a successful skate career with some epic video parts in movies like “This is my Element”, “A Time to Shine”, and “Trio”! He made a name for himself not just with his skateboarding talents, but with the way he has also influenced others in the way he dressed, because in Skate “Style Matters”! This influencer still rips, is a dad of 3 daughters...
A conversation with SURF EXPO EDITION #2_ BRUCE CROMARTIE:BC SURF & SPORT_MARK NEUSTADTER_EVAN GEISELMAN:FREE FLY_LYNN SHELL:OUTER BANKS BOARDING CO.
January 19, 2024 14:36 - 2 hours - 138 MBConversations with Surf Industry Icons, and Entrepreneurs at SURF EXPO. We catch up with Bruce Cromartie of BC Surf and Sport, Mark Neustadter industry veteran and East Coast Hall of Fame inductee, Evan Geiselman of Free Fly, and Lynn Shell of Outer Banks Boarding Co. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Surf Expo_Edition #1 Dane Reynolds/Former _ Evan Caples/Kelson_ Ben Gravy/Ben Gravy Surfboards_Jamal Grey/Create & Supply
January 12, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 139 MBConversations with Surf Industry Icons, Entrepreneurs, at Surf Expo. We catch up with Dane Reynolds of FORMER, Evan Caples of Kelsen, Ben Gravy of Ben Gravy Surfboards, and Jamal Grey of Create and Supply. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with David O'Keefe
January 05, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBOur guest this week is a young shredder from Newport Beach. He has been a stand out in the Amateur scene for years making many finals and taking multiple Wins in the N.S.S.A’s, USA Prime Events, and got his First National Title this last summer! This stud also works as a Newport City Life Guard during the summer, and has his sights set on going pro, but this smart fella opted to go to college at Point Loma! (and for those that don’t know, the campus sits on top of Sunset Cliffs in S...
A conversation with Dave "POSTIE" Post : SURF COACH
December 29, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 125 MBOur guest this week was a former Professional Surfer from Newport Beach that was making living flying high above the lip. This progressive surfing approach landed him on the podium regularly in the Air Show Contests and travelled the world with Volcom filming for their Surf Movies. He is now a Dad and sharing all his knowledge with his son, his daughter, and many other soon to be Surfer Superstars. We were pumped to hear about his sunscreen company Tava and who is on his coaching ro...
A conversation with Gary 'WHITEY" Linden : Linden Surfboards
December 22, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 140 MBOur guest this week has been a Legend in the Surf Scene for Decades. From shaping his first board at 17 years old, he now has 55 years of experience working with some of the world’s best Surfers. From his proprietary board designs of high performance shapes and specialized Big Wave Guns, he continues to push the evolution in board design, performance, and construction using sustainable materials and practices. He has also been a huge contributor to competitive surfing as a judge, fo...
A conversation with Nate "BIG DELUXE" Yeomans : The Highest Rated Sales REP
December 15, 2023 13:00 - 3 hours - 175 MBOur guest this week is a one bad shredder from San Clemente. This smooth operator has had fair share of Magazine coverage and solid contest results throughout his career including a 2X Winner at the Cold Water Classic in Santa Cruz. He qualified for the WCT in 2010 and had a Documentary produced by O’neill called “InNate”. He has been a Sale Rep for quite some time now for Lost Surfboards, Buell, and Octopus Accessories. He is still competing and by judging all stickers on his Board...
A conversation with Robert "BERT" Howson : Harbour Surfboards
December 08, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 141 MBOur guest this week is a Surfer and Shop owner for one of The Greatest and most Iconic Board Builders of our time Rich Harbour-REST IN PEACE, which still remains the home of the world’s oldest surfboard manufacturing shop at the same continuous space since 1959. From being a team rider, to getting retail experience alongside Aaron Pai at HSS in the early days, he helped Harbour transition from just a manufacturing facility into a thriving retail destination. We welcome the man respo...
A conversation with Chris "DUKE" Blasman : FOUR BROTHER WINE CO.
December 01, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 155 MBOur guest this week is a Surfer, Actor, and Entrepreneur. This Surfer/Actor has been making it in show biz since he was a Grom. From Entourage back in 2005 to Road to Red in 2020, he has had a great career, but has always made Family priority #1. Which says a lot, but aside from acting, Four Brothers Wine Company has become his and his brothers’ real passion. We are excited to hear about his life journey and hopefully taste some of his high quality boutique wine from his Family Wine...
A conversation with Joe "JUST JOE" Alani & Sheldon "SHELDOG" Paishon : THROUGH THE DOGGY DOOR
November 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBOur guest this week got his start in the industry working at Quiksilver wetsuits, and Surfside Sports. After graduating from UC Santa Barbara in 2005 he went on to work for Lost Enterprises from 2006 to 2016 - helping to build the label into the largest surfboard brand in the world. His duties included website/social media content manager, surf team manager and producing/filming/editing Lost video content. Accolades include 2009 Surfer Poll Awards “Best Movie” nominee for 5’5″ x 19 ...
A conversation with Rama McCabe_#2: BANKS JOURNAL
November 17, 2023 13:00 - 2 hours - 153 MBOur Guest this week is a repeat/2.0 on the show who just happens to be an industry veteran, designer, and brand owner. We had him on the show back in 2020 to talk about his journey in our industry. From Rip Curl, to Globe, Critical Slide Society and on to creating and co-founding “Banks Journal”. We will discuss in depth, the sudden shut down after almost a decade in Business. We welcome our friend “Rama McCabe” to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...
A conversation with Luke "CEEDY" Cederman : RAGLAN SURF REPORT
November 10, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBOur guest this week a New Zealand Bloke that has made a name for himself in the water because he F'N RIPS and has really taken the surf scene by storm on the World Wide Web. But, unlike all the other internet sensations of Pro Surfers making a living from Youtube and Vlogging with sick POV barrel clips, charging GINORMOUS waves, or novelty Surfing. He has taken a totally different approach with his hilarious stereotype skits, satire parodies, and cleverness to poke fun at every...
A conversation with Steve "FONZIE" Fontes_Thrills
November 03, 2023 12:00 - 3 hours - 171 MBOur guest this week is a long-time friend that been a Surf Industry Designer since 1998. He is an HSS alumni, State lifeguard and worked at Split while going to college at LB State. He got all his experience at Quiksilver from intern to Design Director. Eventually specializing in Board Shorts Designs for many of those years. You most likely have worn one of his designs at some point. Then relocated to Australia in 2010 to take a Senior Designer position at Billabong. He’s been in A...
A conversation with Scott "SCARBY" Scarbrough _ INFLIGHT SURF SHOP
October 27, 2023 12:00 - 3 hours - 188 MBOur guest this week has a Family-Owned Surf Shop that is approaching 40 years in business. They were one of, if not, the first snowboard shops in SoCal, and they continue today as one of the few Core Board Shops that still specializes in Surf - Skate and Snow, with a well stocked lineup of all the top board brands. They offer incredible customer service, in-house hand shapes as well as on-site ding repairs, beach rentals, snow board tune-ups/repairs and much more. This Husband and W...
A conversation with Courtney "LIL TIGER" Conlogue_ SEA TIGER
October 20, 2023 12:00 - 3 hours - 212 MBOur guest this is from Santa Ana who got into surfing at early age of 4. Not living close to the beach, she was a Weekend Warrior growing up. But that didn’t hold her back, as she had something special in her to become the youngest athlete selected for the USA Junior Team at the age of 11. With several pro-junior wins and a NSSA National Title, her Professional Career has been even more impressive with 2 home Wins at the “U.S. Open of Surfing” and 13 overall World Championship Tour ...
A conversation with Victor "VB" Bernardo
October 13, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBOur guest this week is a very talented Pro Surfer from Brazil. Like most young Surfers that are striving to make the Tour, this guy was no different and spent many years competing in a jersey. When results didn’t come, he went against the traditional Brazilian Pro Surfer Model and turned towards Free-Surfing. Which was crazy to consider as there are very few that are making a living at it especially in Brazil! But, if you have seen him Surf, it makes perfect sense! His smooth style,...
A conversation with Scott Richards_SLIGHTLY CHOPPY
October 06, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 128 MBOur guest this week is an artist, painter, collector, designer, and Surfer. Through his artistic process of hand-drawn, hand-painted, and hand stitching, he combines typography, stencils, tea-stains, worn canvas and felt to create unique mementos and keepsakes that connect people to the spots they treasure most. From Malibu to Montauk, Yosemite to Yellow Stone, Backdoor to Bowls his hand-crafted flags celebrate the appreciation and personal connection of these special places. We exc...
A conversation with Ryan "GNARLSON" Carlson
September 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBOur guest this week is a Former Pro Surfer from Huntington Beach who spent years living bi-coastal between New York and Cali. This Big Dude is powerful, yet very light footed and is one of the best, with his crazy aerial game. Making a name for himself landing insane airs like the Kerrupt, he also has wicked layback with knees that bend all directions. He was Surf Team manager at Lost Surfboards and ran Marketing at Lib Tech Surf for many years. Fast forward to today, his job now as...
A conversation with Teva "BLAK BEAR" Dexter
September 22, 2023 12:00 - 3 hours - 172 MBOur guest this week is Pro Surfer from Kauai who offers Surf Coaching and Lessons, with over a decade of experience under his belt. From beginners to rippers from Hanalei to Malibu or Waco to the Surf Ranch, he is a professional both in and out of the water. With his deep roots in Surf and the relationships he has made throughout life , he has created a Brand that reflects his passion for Surfing. We welcome the Pro Surf Coach for the Rich and Famous and owner of Blak Bear Surf Club...
A conversation with Ricky "ROCKY POINT" Irons
September 15, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 142 MBOur guest this week comes from a very talented Surf rich family from Hawaii. Following his Dad’s footsteps, he was also as a charger in big surf and a standout at Pipeline at an early age. He had the ability to go on the Pro Tour, but opted to move to the mainland and go to Point Loma. After earning his degree he spent 15 years at Surfer Magazine, eventually running the magazine the last 7 of those years. He helped launching the dot.com side of the business including Fantasy Surfer...
A conversation with Rob Colby_ Colby +
September 08, 2023 12:00 - 3 hours - 169 MBOur guest this week is an industry powerhouse and serial entrepreneur. From his early days as a Quiksilver team rider, he forged important relationships that eventually landed him a long career with the Brand. As a UCSB and USC Marshall School of Business graduate, Quiksilver was lucky to snatch this guy up. He held a variety of key jobs over many years; SVP of Business Development under Danny Kwock, Chief Operating Officer - COO, and then President of the Americas. Since Departing ...
A conversation with Dr. Tim Brown and Taylor "T-BONE" Knox_ Mindset & Movement Master Class
September 01, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBWe have two incredible guests this week who have been working together for the last couple of decades. One of them we have already had on the show. He is a Former World Tour Surfer and regarded as one of the fittest surfers on the planet. Our second guest is an expert in improving mobility and flexibility with over 35 years of experience working with the world’s most recognizable Athletes. He also holds multiple utility patents in the world of sports medicine and is Co-Medical Direc...
A conversation with Micah Byrne
August 25, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 116 MBOur guest this week is one of HB’s finest. He had an incredible amateur career as an NSSA 4x Seasonal Champ and 4x National Champion. In turning pro, he went on to win Vans Pier Classic, he also won the Macy’s Trifecta and Surf Ride Freedom Series. Utilizing his travel experiences and competitive skills, he had more to give and jumped into the business side as a Surf Team Manager at Matix, DC Shoes and then at Billabong as Surf Marketing Manager. He’s been a mentor to those on his t...
A conversation with Erin Brooks
August 18, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBOur guest this week is a Super Star in our Sport. This young lady is already pushing the limits and redefining women’s surfing with her courageous barrel riding and incredible aerial game. At just 16 years old, she has already set the bar high and has her eyes set on the Olympics and World Tour. She is the 2022 Under 16 ISA Champ, a 2023 Rip Curl Grom Search International Champ, and Fresh off a 2nd place in the ISA Open Women’s, proving that she has what it takes to take on the Wo...
A conversation with Rick "DEL MAR SLASH" LASCH
August 11, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 159 MBOur guest this week is a former 80’s Pro Surfer that was rubbing elbows with the best out of San Diego, including guys Mike Lambresi, David Barr, and Chris Menzie. He went on to work in the industry with over 40 years in retail. He now resides in New Zealand where he runs retail for the countries biggest Surf Retailer “Backdoor Surf”. He has never took off the jersey and continues compete and dominate with impressive results as New Zealand's 2x National Champ in the over 40’s Divis...
A conversation with Nolan "NOLRAP" Rapoza
August 04, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBOur guest this week is a young ripper from Long Beach. His amateur accolades are impressive, including Volcom world junior Champ, Ripcurl Grom search World Champ, and North American WSL Junior Title. He was consistently on the NSSA podium battling a lot of Big Names, including Griffin Colapinto, Jake Marshall, and Kevin Schultz. The last 3 years he has been attacking the Qualifying Events to earn himself a spot on the Dream Tour. With a win on the WQS in Chile and a couple of equ...
A conversation with Inherent Bummer
July 28, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 121 MBOur guests this week have both already been on the show. This Dynamic Duo are the driving force behind a multi-media creation machine, capturing the true spirit and enthusiasm for Surf while providing a platform for Core Surfers, Surfing, Music, Art, Travel, Literature, and Commentary. They got some great things happening with a 3 day event called “ The Inherent Bummer Surf Factory” located at Pacific City during the U.S. Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach! We are stoked to sprea...
A conversation with Shea "SHEA BIRD" Lopez
July 21, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBOur guest this week is a Floridian and formal Top 16 WTC Surfer. Growing up in Gulf Coast he and his younger Brother stormed the surf scene at an early age and never turned back. They were Weekend Warriors spending long hours in the car making their way across the state every weekend to surf. It shows the dedication and perseverance that clearly shaped the surfers they became. Spending teenage Summers in California he befriended the San Clemente Crew and became a standout in the Lo...
A conversation with Tom Carey_PUP DIVISION
July 14, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBOur guest this week is a world class Surf Photographer that has traveled the globe extensively capturing iconic surfers, skaters, and musicians in their elements, resulting in more than 40 Magazine Covers Worldwide. He swims like hell to get the barrel shot, takes amazing portraits, and has a great eye for incredible and unique landscape action shots. Which landed him a job as a magazine Senior Photographer, a Staff photographer for Volcom and also worked with some of the most ...
A conversation with Doug "SOLDIER OF SPEED" Silva_#3
July 07, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBWe had the great fortune of sitting down once again with one of the most radical, spontaneous, larger than life characters of Pro Surfing, Mr. Doug "SOLDIER OF SPEED"!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Jay 'L8NIGHT" Larson_Episode #2
June 30, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 73 MBWe sat down once again with THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND, Jay "L8NIGHT" Larson EPISODE #2 !! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Ryan Sakal_Ryan Sakal Surfboards
June 23, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 137 MBOur guest this week is a second-generation Surfer/Shaper that grew up in an amazing surfing family that continues to be a staple in the Surf Community with their Family Surf Shop, Sakal Surfboards on Main St. in H.B. Groomed at an early age to become a Professional Surfer, he also had the privilege to grow up inside the shaping room. His dad, Ed Sakal, has passed down all the knowledge and skills to give him all the tools to finish a board from start to finish at the young age of 1...
A conversation with Jay "L8NIGHT" Larson
June 16, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBOver the past couple of years, we have been asked to interview ourselves and get our backstory and share our journeys. This week is episode #1 of Jay "L8NIGHT" Larson. We talked about how life was like as a Grom in Huntington Beach and how he started surfing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A conversation with Jamie Brisick_Episode #1
June 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBOur guest this week is a former 80’s Pro Surfer and world renowned Journalist, Writer, Editor, Photographer, and Filmmaker. For the last 30 plus years, and if you are old enough to remember print magazines, you have definitely read a lot of his stories and articles in either Surfing, Surfer, or more recently, in Surfer’s Journal. He has been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times and was the Global Editor at Huck. He has written many great books and you can also listen to h...
A conversation with Josh "CHARMONY" Harmony
June 02, 2023 12:00 - 2 hours - 121 MBOur guest this week was a Professional Skateboarder, an Artist, Musician and Surfer. Turning pro at 17, he has had a very successful 20 year career. He made a name for himself applying his stylish and unique approach to difficult and technical tricks on large handrails which was showcased in some of the industry’s biggest videos and on countless magazine covers. But going big, time and time again, resulted in heavy injuries including a hip replacement and several knee surgeries....
A conversation with Dan "COACH" McKay
May 26, 2023 13:45 - 2 hours - 111 MBOur guest this week is a Surfer, Skater, Musician, Audio Engineer, Tour Manager and Entrepreneur. His early days consisted of skate boarding, being in punk rock bands, and putting on show at the early at of 14. At 21, he was managing Audio in venues in front of 10’s of thousands of concert fans. For the last 20 years he has been a tour manager for Cypress Hill and other international acts. But, his life took an unexpected turn due to the Pandemic, as the world stopped and all l...
A conversation with Dylan "D-SLATES" Slater_FireWire Surfboards
May 19, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBOur guest this week is an incredible surfer and former pro that made the transition into the business side of the surf industry. Graduating from University of San Diego who has definitely honed in his skills with over 2 Decades at Rip Curl, starting out as a Team Manager, then Marketing Director, to VP of Marketing, ultimately to his last 4 years as President of North America. He is on the board of Directors at SIMA (Surf Industry Manufacturers Association), Board member of USA ...
A conversation with Shaun "THE PRAWN" Tomson
May 12, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBOur guest this week is an ICON and LEGEND in the Sport of Surfing. He is one of the most influential Surfers and regarded as one of the 10 greatest Surfers of all time. He was an integral part of the “Free Ride” Generation along with Wayne “RABBIT” Bartholomew, Mark “MR” Richards, Ian “KANGA” Cairns, and Peter “THE MATE” Townend, as the First Serious Professional Surfers which helped lay-out the blueprint for Professional Surfing as we know it today. He had an impressive Surfin...
A conversation with Jason "WORTHLESS" AKA "WORTHY" Kenworthy
May 05, 2023 12:00 - 4 hours - 233 MBOur guest this week was an early star both in front and behind the lens. From the beginning days of Lost, to co-founding Snapping Turtle Productions and producing multiple movies in the 90’s, he had very successful career with over 3 decades behind the camera lens in Photography and Filmmaking. He had an impressive 11 year tenure at Surfer Magazine as Senior Staff Photographer, garnering 15 Surfer Magazine Covers and over 50 Covers worldwide across multiple media outlets. He ...