The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing Podcast

BONUS EP: Surfboard Empire Shaper Rankings presented by VEIA Roundtable

Tue, 12 May 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Sit in on the conversation with current Surfboard Empire Shaper Rankings leader DHD's Darren Handley, JS Industries' Jason Stevenson, Channel Islands' Britt Merrick, ...Lost's Matt Biolos, Pyzel's Jon Pyzel, Sharp Eye's Marcio Zouvi, Cabianca Surboards' Johnny Cabianca, and LSD's Luke Short. All the banter of Shaper Ranking rivals and friendships, Stab in the Dark, and plenty more to envelop all the surfboard fanatics.

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EP 264: Luke Wallace – How AI is changing surfing with Flowstate, Maneuver recognition in the app, Automatic wave detection, Capturing the free surf at Gold Coast, and How Flowstate has innovated surf coaching and progression

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Luke Wallace is the founder and CEO of Flowstate, the AI-powered surf video and analysis platform changing the way surfers capture, review, and improve their surfing. On this episode of The Lineup with Dave Prodan, Luke breaks down his journey from growing up in Sydney and working in music, marketing, and tech to building one of surfing’s most innovative technology companies. He explains how Flowstate evolved from wave pool video automation into a global surf progression platform now operating across some of the world’s most advanced surf parks and major WSL events.

Fresh off the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM, Luke dives into how Flowstate captured many of the iconic free surf clips seen from Snapper Rocks during the event window and why automated surf analysis is becoming a game changer for everyone from CT athletes to everyday surfers. Dave and Luke unpack the potential in AI-powered maneuver recognition, automated coaching tools, wave ranking systems, and what the future could look like for surf coaching and training. Luke also shares insights into the rapid rise of wave pools worldwide, why Texas could become a future surf hub, and how technology is reshaping surf culture, competition, and progression.

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EP 263: Jesse Starling – Breaks down the Gold Coast Pro, Gilmore reasserts GOAT form, Ewing shines at home, Luana and Medina’s ascent to the Yellow Jersey, CT Shaper Rankings Update, and More

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Former competitor and current WSL commentator Jesse Starling joins Dave Prodan as guest co-host to break down all the action from the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM. From standout performances at Snapper Rocks to the shifting momentum of the 2026 season, the duo dives into key storylines, including Stephanie Gilmore’s and Ethan Ewing's breakthrough 2026 win. They bounce back and forth with heat analysis, Brazil taking back the Yellow Jerseys in Luana Silver and Gabriel Medina atop the rankings, and what these results mean heading into the next stop. Jesse brings a unique lens as both a former competitor and current voice of the sport, offering insight into the pressure, strategy, and evolution of today’s CT field with sharp takes, behind-the-scenes perspective, and a deeper look at who’s rising, who’s slipping, and what it all means moving forward on tour.

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Post Show: Gold Coast - Gilmore and Ewing conquer Gold Coast, GWM Aussie Treble wrapped I Stone & Wood Post Show Finals Day

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:51:00 -0000

“Best day ever.” Stephanie Gilmore said it best. An incredible finish to one of the most memorable CTs in recent memory that was the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM, crowned Australia’s own GOAT Gilmore and Ethan Ewing in a Queensland sweep.

The masses made their way down to Snapper Rocks and stacked it to the brim, celebrating a record-setting 34th CT win by Gilmore and Ewing’s second CT win on home soil and third-career CT victory. The GOAT Gilmore reestablished herself as the Queen of Snapper over GWM Aussie Treble winner and new World No. 1 Luana Silva. Then, Ewing’s excellence superseded the decimating backhand power of Connor O’Leary to find his first major result of 2026.

Gabriel Medina is joined by a new yellow leaders jersey with fellow Brazilian Silva claiming the GWM Aussie Treble, and keys to a brand new GWM Tank 300 to conclude the CT’s start in Australia. This marks the first time Silva will wear yellow heading into New Zealand after a Quarterfinal and back-to-back Final appearances to start 2026.

The Boost Mobile Heat of the Day went to the Queensland quarrel between Ewing and Liam O’Brien that down to the final exchange to see who would enter the Final. In the end O’Brien’s last-minute efforts were eclipsed by Ewing’s excellence. Plus, Filipe Toledo took down the mophie Power Move of the Event

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Nadia Erostarbe – Making history for Spain and the Basque country as the first Spanish and Basque woman on the CT, Growing up in Zarautz, Overcoming self-doubt & Feeling like the earned her spot on Tour

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Nadia Erostarbe joins Joe Turpel on MEET THE ROOKIE after making history as the first Basque and Spanish woman to qualify for the Championship Tour. Raised in the surf-rich town of Zarautz in Spain’s Basque Country, Nadia grew up surrounded by a tight-knit surf community and inspired by trailblazer Aritz Aranburu. She reflects on watching contests at her home break, learning from local big-wave surfers, and building confidence through international competition. Nadia opens up about the emotional journey to qualification, coming within one spot the year before, battling injuries, and overcoming self-doubt during the Challenger Series season. She shares how working with sports psychology, leaning on her support system, and believing in her dream helped her finally secure her place on Tour. She also discusses traveling with her boyfriend and coach, preparing her quiver with Darren Handley at DHD Surfboards, and her rookie season goals including Rookie of the Year and a Top 10 finish. From representing both the Basque Country and Spain to competing against world champions, Nadia breaks down what this historic qualification and season means to her.

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EP 262: Chris Binns – Breaks down Margies from the ground, His picks for Winners & Losers, CI takes the lead on the CT Shaper Rankings, Medina looking unbeatable, Ewing’s slow start, & Instagram questions

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Surf journalist and beach commentator Chris Binns joins The Lineup podcast to break down the Western Australia Margaret River Pro Presented by Bonsoy. As the Aussie Treble rolls on, George Pittar claimed a career-defining first CT win over a murderers row of competitors, including an in-form and current World #1 Gabriel Medina. Lakey Peterson returned to the top in powerful form, claiming her second Margaret River win. The conversation dives deeper into the emotional weight lifted off former mid-year cut victims “rewriting their Margies stories,” and why Gabriel Medina looks more dangerous than ever. They also unpack a tough start for the 2026 rookie class across two of the Tour’s most technical waves, ongoing format debates and overlapping heats, and how event pacing shaped the viewing experience. Binnsy touches on Carissa Moore’s inspired comeback mindset, the evolving CT rankings after two unpredictable events, and why Margaret River remains one of the most psychologically demanding stops on Tour – all setting the stage for what’s to come at Stop #3, Snapper Rocks.

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Post Show: Margaret River - Pivotal wins for Peterson and Pittar put a cork in Margs | Stone & Wood Post Show

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:54:00 -0000

The sun has set on the Western Australia Margaret River Pro, and Lakey Peterson and George Pittar leave Margs walking on a dream after their victories.

An insatiable run to the Finals for George Pittar included three Brazilian World Champions before facing 3x World Champion Gabriel Medina in a Final clash. Pittar kept believing and the scores kept coming, posting a 9.00 after judges deemed Medina’s effort for a wave lost him priority and Pittar capitalized for his maiden CT win. For Peterson, it marks her first CT win since 2023 and a second in the Wild West after overcoming a World Champion and fellow Rookie of the Year on the way to her momentous win, sending her atop the rankings.

Another Final appearance at Margaret for Medina sends him to No. 1 leaving the Wild West, with fellow Brazilian competitor Luana Silva earning a second-career CT runner-up. The Brazilian Storm is well and truly established leaving the West, encompassing four Top 5 spots on the men’s side and Silva sitting at No. 4.

The GWM Aussie Trebel Leaderboard is shifting with Medina and Bryan taking the reigns to the Gold Coast, and the final stop to claim a new set of wheels. Plus, the Boost Mobile Heat of the Day belonged to Medina and Samuel Pupo’s Bells Beach rematch, and major shifts in the Surfboard Empire Shaper Rankings Presented by VEIA have Channel Islands right at the top.

Now, the Dream Tour heads for the pristine sand banks of Rainbow Bay and the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM May 1 through 11.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Francisca ‘Kika’ Veselko – Dreamt she would qualify this year, Growing up in Carcavelos, Thoughts on the EURO FORCE on tour, World Junior Champion, & Mindset on approaching the CT as a rookie

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Francisca 'Kika' Veselko joins Joe Turpel on MEET THE ROOKIE just weeks before her Championship Tour debut, reflecting on the years of persistence that led to her long-awaited qualification. Born in California but raised in Portugal’s powerful beachbreaks at Carcavelos, Kika grew up in a surf-driven family and developed her all-conditions approach early. She shares how her mother inspired her path, and how competing between Europe and California helped shape her belief that she could reach the highest level. After four full seasons grinding on the Challenger Series, Kika opens up about the setbacks, the growth, and the adjustments that finally clicked, including refining her routines, working on consistency, and leaning on the confidence from her World Junior title. She also reflects on the moment she officially qualified, discovering the news while in Hawaii and realizing a lifelong dream. Kika discusses working closely with longtime coach Rodrigo Souza, who has guided her since childhood, and how their partnership will continue into her rookie CT season. She also breaks down her equipment preparation with DHD Surfboards, managing logistics for the demanding tour schedule, and adapting to new venues like Fiji and Tahiti. Plus, Kika talks about the European surge on Tour, her Rookie of the Year ambitions, and the meaning behind choosing jersey number 19 as she prepares for her first heat at Bells Beach.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Oscar Berry – The INFAMOUS Shoey on the beach of Newcastle, Explains one of the fastest rises to the CT, Skate roots, Representing 64 in Yamba, LSD Surfboards, & How he plans to keep surfing fun

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Oscar Berry joins Kaipo Guerrero on Meet The Rookie after earning Championship Tour qualification in just two seasons on the Challenger Series. Born in inland Australia before finding his footing in the waves of Yamba, Oscar shares how he balanced skateboarding and surfing growing up until fully committing to competitive surfing later than many of his peers. Despite the late start, a breakout run on the Challenger Series accelerated his rise to the sport’s top level. Oscar reflects on the ups and downs of his qualification journey, including injuries, early exits, and a dramatic turnaround that reignited his campaign. He also talks about celebrating qualification, representing his hometown with the 64 postcode on his jersey, and stepping onto surfing’s biggest stage. He breaks down working with longtime coach Tim MacDonald, collaborating with performance psychologist Tom Greer-Smith, and dialing in equipment with Luke Short Designs. Oscar explains how focusing on the mental side of competition helped unlock consistency and decision-making in heats. Plus, Oscar discusses rookie season expectations, waves he’s most excited for, the Australian opening stretch, and his goal of keeping surfing fun while competing against the world’s best.

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Lineup News Update: 04/21/2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Your Lineup News Network Update for 4/21/2026.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Anat Lelior – HISTORIC qualification as the first Israeli on the CT, Rookie year goals, Growing up in Tel Aviv, Surf’s Up inspiring her towards professional surfing, Kelly Slater presenting her with her jersey, & More

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Anat Lelior joins Joe Turpel on MEET THE ROOKIE after making history as the first Israeli to qualify for the Championship Tour. Raised in Tel Aviv and learning to surf in the inconsistent beach breaks of the Mediterranean, Anat shares how passion and persistence carried her from limited competitive opportunities to surfing alongside the world’s best. She reflects on her emotional qualification moment, the support from fellow competitors, and what it means to represent Israel at the highest level of professional surfing. Anat also discusses growing up surfing with her sister, competing internationally for the first time in France, and building her career despite injuries and limited resources. From Olympic experience to Pipeline finals, she explains how those moments shaped her confidence heading into her rookie season. She breaks down her preparation for Bells Beach, traveling on tour, working with her coaching team, dialing in boards with Tico & Teco on Silver Surfboards, and adjusting to the new head-to-head heat format. Plus, Anat shares the meaning behind her jersey number 29 and her goals for Tahiti, Pipeline, and beyond.

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EP 261: Harrison Roach – Breaks down Bells Beach, Winners & Losers, CT Shaper Rankings update, Standout performances, Who he’s looking at for Margies, & More

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:35:00 -0000

2022 World Longboard Champion Harrison Roach steps in as guest co-host alongside Dave Prodan for a deep dive into the opening event of the 2026 Championship Tour, the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy. After victories from Gabriela Bryan and Miguel Pupo, the crew breaks down the biggest storylines from Bells, including a tough showing from the rookie class, standout performances from Brazil’s elite, and the shifting dynamics between styles and equipment on Tour. Harrison brings a unique lens as both a world champion and student of surfboard design, offering insights into the updated Surfboard Empire CT Shaper Rankings Presented by VEIA and how boards are influencing performance at the highest level. This episode is presented by Roark.

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Post Show: Bells Beach - Gabriela Bryan and Miguel Pupo immortalized with maiden Bells | Stone & Wood Post Show

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:58:00 -0000

A remarkable finish to the 2026 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy crowned Gabriela Bryan and Miguel Pupo its victors and latest to add their names to the historic Bell.

Winkipop delivered moments of sheer brilliance leading to Bryan’s powerful statement over reigning World Champion Molly Picklum before a historic men’s Final witnessed the people’s champ, Pupo, overtake 25’ World Champ Yago Dora. Pupo’s road to the Final included defiant wins over Barron Mamiya and 2025 World Title contender Griffin Colapinto before matching with Dora in the first all-Brazilian Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Final, and first all-goofy-footed Final in 33 years.

Bryan overpowered the likes of World Champion dismantler Luana Silva in the Quarters, an in-form CT returner Alyssa Spencer, and a masterful Final showing against Picklum to ring her first-ever Bell. Now, Bryan heads back to the Western Australia Margaret River Pro wearing yellow and leading the GWM Aussie Treble rankings alongside Pupo.

The Boost Mobile Heat of the Day will go down in Bells Beach lore with Dora’s undeniable air to post a 9.50 as time expired to surpass 3x World Champ Gabriel Medina. Plus, the mophie Power Move of the Event went to Leonardo Fioravanti’s ferocious forehand attack to overpower Filipe Toledo.

The 2026 Surfboard Empire Shaper Rankings Presented by Veia are off and running with …Lost back on top to start the year as Matt Biolos looks for an unprecedented fourth-straight title. JS is a close second, followed by DHD, Sharp Eye, and Channel Islands. Bioglan’s Daily Dose encompassed the event’s Top 5 starting with the Battle of Brazil featuring Italo Ferreira and Gabriel Medina, Erin Brooks breaking free in an impressive 26’ start, Dora’s defiant Semifinal buzzer-beater, Bryan’s brilliance all the way to the top, and Pupo’s emotional victory takes him to the top of the rankings for the first time.

Now, all eyes head to the Wild West where Margaret River awaits to be tamed by the world’s best and early buzz of big swell inbound. Watch the Western Australia Margaret River Pro LIVE at WorldSurfLeague.com beginning April 16 through 26.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Tya Zebrowski – Youngest-ever CT Qualifier, Challenger Series winner & Growing up in Tahiti, Tour inspirations, & More

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

15-year-old phenom Tya Zebrowski joins Kaipo Guerrero on MEET THE ROOKIE to talk about her rapid rise to the Championship Tour. Tya reflects on winning the Challenger Series in Newcastle just days after her 15th birthday and becoming the youngest surfer ever to qualify for the Championship Tour. She shares how splitting her upbringing between France and Tahiti shaped her surfing, from cold-water European competitions to perfect waves in the South Pacific. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in surfing and travel, Tya explains how her parents’ surf and yoga retreats exposed her to waves around the world at a young age. She discusses how adapting to different conditions accelerated her progression and helped prepare her for elite competition. The French-Tahitian standout also opens up about managing expectations, stepping onto the CT as the youngest competitor, and the mindset she’s bringing into her rookie season. From balancing school and competition to chasing wins against the world’s best, Tya breaks down what motivates her during this breakthrough moment in her career.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Kauli Vaast – The World Title is on the mind, Winning the Challenger Series and Qualifying for the CT, Working with Jeremy Flores and Joan Duru, The most ‘CT-ready Rookie,’ Winning the Olympic Gold medal & Rookie of the Year Goals

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Olympic gold medalist and Challenger Series champion Kauli Vaast joins Joe Turpel for an in-depth conversation ahead of his highly anticipated Championship Tour rookie season. Kauli opens up about growing up in Tahiti, learning to surf near Teahupo’o, and traveling solo to Europe at just nine years old to sharpen his competitive edge. He reflects on balancing school and surfing, choosing to go all-in on a pro career, and the mindset that helped him qualify for the CT. He also dives into the powerful coaching team guiding his rookie campaign, including mentorship from Jeremy Flores, strategic support from Joan Duru, and collaboration with Tomas Mallem. Kauli explains how rotating between coaches, building trust, and focusing on mental performance helped him handle pressure and perform at the highest level. The Tahitian standout also shares stories about his family’s influence, surfing heavy waves with his siblings, and living a deliberately “off-grid” lifestyle while traveling the world. From the pressure of qualification to his goals of Rookie of the Year and ultimately a world title, Kauli breaks down what drives him as he prepares for his debut season. Plus, Kauli talks equipment, his coaching team, the upcoming CT stops, and why winning at home in Tahiti remains his ultimate dream.

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Lineup News Update: 4/7/2026

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

A news update from Dave Prodan from the Rip Curl Pro Presented By Bonsoy and world of surfing beyond.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Luke Thompson – The moment he knew he would qualify, His breakthrough Ballito win, Upbringing from New Pier to the CT, What he wants to bring to the CT, & More

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:01:00 -0000

South African rookie Luke Thompson joins Kaipo Guerrero to unpack the long road from Durban’s New Pier to the Championship Tour and the belief that carried him all the way to qualification. Luke reflects on discovering surfing later than most, growing up on Durban’s beachfront, and how moving to Cape Town sharpened his approach in heavier, more technical waves. He opens up about the ups and downs of the Challenger Series, including a difficult 2024 season, the mental reset that followed, and the turning-point victory at home in Ballito that ignited his qualifying run. The conversation dives deep into Luke’s mindset shift and the team around him that helped him level up, from coaching and mental performance work to physical preparation. He also shares the emotional moment in Newcastle when qualification became official, describing it as a “year of emotions” released all at once. Looking ahead to his rookie season, Luke talks about board adjustments, traveling alongside fellow rookies, and learning from his idols Jordy Smith and Ethan Ewing. He breaks down which stops he’s most excited for and his goal to bring both hard work and personality to the CT.

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EP 260: Dane Henry – Is here to “RUIN DREAMS”, Getting the Bells Beach Wild Card from Mick Fanning, His epic run to World Junior Champion

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Australia’s rising star Dane Henry joins The Lineup ahead of his Championship Tour debut as a wildcard at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. The reigning World Junior Champion from Fingal Head has been on a rapid ascent – stacking amateur world titles, winning the Newcastle QS, all leading to his biggest opportunity yet. Henry breaks down the surreal moment he learned he’d be surfing Bells, when three-time World Champion Mick Fanning showed up at his door with his very own jersey in-hand. He talks about building a mentorship with one of his heroes, preparing mentally for his first CT appearance, and why he’s approaching the event to “ruin dreams.” The conversation also dives into his upbringing in Fingal Head, a sports-driven family background, and how rugby, skating, and motocross shaped his athleticism. Henry reflects on his recent run of results, the importance of self-reflection, and the support system, including coaches, family, and longtime board sponsor Sharp Eye. From dialing in boards for Bells to navigating friendships on tour (including a Round 1 matchup with close mate Oscar Berry), Henry shares insights into his competitive mindset, equipment experimentation, and what it takes to transition from rising junior to CT threat. He also answers listener questions about the next generation of talent, advice for young surfers chasing the dream, and which tour surfer he wants to face man-to-man.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Yolanda Hopkins – Portugal’s powerhouse rookie targets CT Top 5, Challenger Title & rookie year breakthrough, Having the door shut in her face, Feeling like the most appreciative rookie on tour, Her qualification journey & More

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Yolanda Hopkins is a Portuguese powerhouse and 2026 Championship Tour rookie. She joins host Joe Turpel on MEET THE ROOKIE to break down her long road to qualification, her powerful approach in the water, and why she believes she can finish inside the Top 5 in her debut season. Calling in from Australia while preparing for Newcastle, Hopkins discusses chasing the Challenger Series title before her rookie debut, balancing preparation for events like Bells Beach and Margaret River, and how years of near-misses built the resilience that finally pushed her onto the CT. She reflects on growing up in Portugal’s southern breaks, being raised by a fisherman father, and how first-generation surfing shaped her competitive fire. Hopkins also dives into key turning points – traveling outside Europe for the first time, qualifying heartbreaks, losing her father, and finally securing her CT spot surrounded by supporters in Saquarema, and explains why that journey makes her one of the most appreciative rookies on Tour. The conversation explores her powerful surfing influences, including Carissa Moore, Stepanie Gilmore, Sally Fitzgibbons, Mick Fanning, and Jordy Smith, her longtime relationship with her shaper and coach, and her confidence heading into a stacked rookie class. Hopkins also shares her goals for the season, why winning the Challenger Series still matters, and the pride she feels representing Portugal as part of Europe’s rising force on Tour.

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MEET THE ROOKIE: Mateus Herdy – His emotional qualification moment, Support from Julian Wilson and Rivvia, Growing up with Sammy Pupo and Joao Chianca, Snapt 5, His mindset for the 2026 CT & More

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Mateus Herdy is a former World Junior Champion and one of the most anticipated newcomers to the Championship Tour. Recorded just days after his dramatic qualification for the 2026 season, Herdy opens up about the emotional rollercoaster that defined his six-year journey to the CT. The Brazilian aerialist reflects on the heartbreak and disbelief of thinking he’d missed out again this year, the surreal final minutes that flipped the script, and the overwhelming support from the global surf community that followed. He also shares what it meant to qualify alongside close friends, the influence of his hometown of Florianópolis, and how surfing alongside his childhood friends Joao Chianca and Sammy Pupo now feels like a full-circle moment. Herdy breaks down his mindset heading into his rookie year, from traveling with fellow CT competitors to learning iconic stops like Bells Beach and Pipeline, while targeting waves he believes suit his progressive approach. He discusses equipment changes, the support he’s received from Julian Wilson and the Rivvia team, traveling with his coach, Leandro Dora and working with Logan Dulien on Snapt 5.

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Lineup News Update: 03/24/2026

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Your Lineup News Network Update for March 24th, 2026.

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EP 259: Cohost Series: Mitchell Salazar – 2026 CT Season Kickoff!!, Newcastle wrap-up, Winners & Losers, A brand new CT Shaper Rankings?!, THE EMEA FORCE, Qualifications, Listener questions, and More

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

The Challenger Series is officially wrapped and the 2026 Championship Tour is right around the corner, setting the stage for one of the most compelling seasons in recent memory. Dave Prodan and Mitch Salazar break down the biggest storylines coming out of Newcastle and the entire CS campaign, from standout performances to heartbreaking near-misses on the qualification bubble. They dive into North America’s surprising shortfall on the men’s side, highlight breakout moments from surfers like Alyssa Spencer and Alistair Reginato, and unpack the rise of the European women, who made a major statement this season in having five of the seven qualifiers coming from the EMEA region in Tya Zebrowski, Yolanda Hopkins, Francisca Veselko, Nadia Erostarbe, and Anat Lelior. Looking ahead, the episode explores the major shifts coming to the 2026 CT season, including the new head-to-head format that raises the stakes from the opening heat and leaves no room for complacency. With the return of dominant figures like Gabriel Medina, updates to the global schedule featuring locations like Raglan, and a deeper, more competitive field than ever, the tour is primed for high drama. The guys also break down the evolving CT Shaper Rankings, where Matt Biolos and …Lost Surfboards have built a dynasty with three consecutive shaping titles, and explain how new rules could tighten the race among board builders.

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Lineup News Update: 3/17/2026

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

A quick update from the world of surfing from Dave Prodan.

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EP 258: Carissa Moore – Unfinished business, Her anticipated return to the CT, Dealing with two straight Lowers Finals losses, Olympics, Working with the …Lost Surfboards team & the Undefeated 3x Shaper of the Year, Matt Biolos, Moore Aloha, and More

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:01:00 -0000

Carissa More is a five-time World Champion, Olympic gold medalist, and one of the most influential surfers of all time. Carissa joins The Lineup to talk about her highly anticipated return to the World Surf League Championship Tour in 2026.

After stepping away from full-time competition in 2024, welcoming her daughter in 2025, and spending time rediscovering her love for surfing, Carissa is back on tour with a new mindset. In this conversation, she opens up about what inspired the comeback, how motherhood has changed her relationship with competition, and why she’s embracing the role of underdog heading into the new season.

Carissa reflects on her journey from teenage phenom to one of the most decorated surfers in history, including the pressure of early expectations, the evolution of women’s surfing, and the heartbreak of coming up short in back-to-back Finals Day losses at Lower Trestles. She also shares how stepping away from the grind of tour life helped her reconnect with the joy of surfing—and why that perspective might make her more dangerous than ever.

We also dive into the realities of life on tour with a young family, the challenges of balancing training with motherhood, the support system behind her career, and the sponsors and shapers who helped shape her success—including longtime collaboration with Lost Surfboards’ Matt “Mayhem” Biolos.

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EP 257: Joel Parkinson – Almost quitting at the peak, Rivalries and friendships with Andy Irons, Mick Fanning, Dingo, & Kelly Slater, Raising a family on tour, The Undefeated JS board, and Life after a 2012 World Title

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:01:00 -0000

Joel Parkinson is a Gold Coast surfing icon; a CT standout with 11 CT wins, 3 Hawaiian Triple Crowns, 4 World Runner-Ups, the 2012 World Champion, and is globally-renowned as one of the most stylish and consistent competitors in modern surfing history.

In this year’s first episode of The Lineup, he reflects on the journey that defined his career. Parko opens with the grassroots of Australian surfing, from Snapper Rocks Boardriders’ 60+ year history to why club culture remains the backbone of the sport. He rewinds the tape back to when he was a young 11-year-old grom signing with Billabong for discounted boardshorts–and three decades later, still part of the team, a partnership that endured the ups and downs of brand-athlete relationships in surfing. He reveals how close he came to jumping ship to Rip Curl as a teenager, the jaw-dropping offer from Quiksilver in his early 20s, and why loyalty ultimately won.

Parko reflects on sharing a team with legends like Mark Occhilupo, Taj Burrow, and Luke Egan, and what it was like witnessing Andy Irons at his peak during the Blue Horizon era. He also shares the unforgettable story of Andy claiming the top room at the Billabong house in Hawaii—rankings be damned. The conversation shifts to life on Tour: traveling with his wife and kids long before it was common, the emotional toll of chasing a World Title while raising a family, and why his wife “deserves more of a World Title” than he does.

Parko opens up about nearly quitting in 2011 after a brutal New York event, how letting go reshaped his mindset, and the constant mental weight surfers carry when fighting for a Top 5. He dives into his rivalry and lifelong friendship with Mick Fanning and Dean Morrison, addresses the “style” narrative that followed him throughout his career, and gets deep into board talk—from early DHD days to his long partnership with JS Industries, including the mythical board that went 17 heats undefeated.

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2026 Lineup Update

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:01:00 -0000

A quick update from Dave regarding The Lineup in 2026

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EP 256: Isabella Nichols & Jakob Gjerluff Ager – Nordborn, Returning to her Danish roots, Wave and air temperatures in cold-water, The meaning of hygge, Off-season, Expectations, & Carissa and Steph returning to the tour

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Dave sits down with WSL Championship Tour standout Isabella Nichols and filmmaker/photographer Jakob Gjerluff Ager to dive into their new film Nordborn, a cinematic ode to Isabella’s Danish heritage and the quiet strength found in cold-water surfing. Fresh off a season of heavy travel, Isabella reflects on a year that pushed her physically and emotionally, and how reconnecting with her family’s lineage opened unexpected creative and personal doors. She shares how Denmark went from a childhood holiday destination to the emotional anchor of a new project, one that helped her explore identity, belonging, and the feeling of “hygge” that shaped the film’s tone. Jakob breaks down the creative process behind capturing the stark, soulful beauty of the North Atlantic, why he was drawn to telling Isabella’s story, and how their shared cultural ties shaped the visual language of Nordborn. Together, they talk about bringing a non-traditional surf landscape to life, blending family history with modern surf performance, and the unexpected magic of cold-water lineups. The trio also dives into the contrasts between tour life and creative life, navigating career pivots, the importance of place and community, and how storytelling can reshape the way we see surfing and surfers.

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EP 255: Morgane Herculano – High diving in an abandoned mine, Finishing top 5 in the world, Going from free education in Switzerland to $80k per year at Harvard, Redefining fear & focus, Finding opportunity in social media, and NCAA NIL ban

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Morgane Herculano is a professional high diver, Harvard graduate, and one of the most fascinating athletes you’ve never heard of. Born and raised in Switzerland, Morgane turned a love of flips at her local pool into a global career, diving from cliffs and platforms towering nearly 60 feet above the water. Now based between Boston and Montreal, she joins The Lineup fresh off a season that took her from Japan to Iceland to Italy, competing across the world in conditions that test not just athletic precision but nerve, adaptability, and trust in yourself. Morgane opens up about the mental side of diving with the fear never really goes away, what it means to balance intellect and adrenaline, and how social media has created new ways for niche athletes to make a living. She reflects on her journey from traditional diving to the extreme world of high diving, the challenges of growing up as the oldest of five in Switzerland, and earning her spot at Harvard without an athletic scholarship. She discusses how the NCAA NIL law changed the game for college athletes' opportunity to earn income, the unique camaraderie within the cliff diving community, and the accomplishment of a top-five World Cup finish in 2025.

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EP 254: Nic von Rupp – From Nazaré to The Eddie, QS Days, His pioneers and peers in big wave surfing, German/Swiss/Portuguese upbringing, State of the industry, Should we pay groms?, and Von Froth

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Nic von Rupp joins The Lineup with Dave Prodan as he prepares for another Big Wave season, coming off one where he earned the 2025 Best Team Performance Award and added to his growing legend as one of big wave surfing’s most complete athletes. Calling in from home after a ten-foot barrel session, Nic reflects on how far his country and his career have come. From an era when it was “unthinkable” to be a professional surfer from Portugal to now representing his nation at The Eddie Aikau Invitational, Nic shares how Nazaré transformed not only global big wave surfing, but the identity of an entire coastline. He dives deep into his path from Nike and Monster-sponsored competitor to free surfer and filmmaker, why he walked away from chasing jerseys, and how the “Von Froth” persona came to life. Nic talks about chasing barrels at Mavericks and Jaws, pioneering sessions with Tom Lowe, and how his background in competition taught him the consistency and discipline to handle big days at home. Together with Dave, Nic discusses the state of the surf industry – from the rise of athlete-driven content to the decline of traditional surf sponsorship – and what he thinks the next generation of pros really needs. He also opens up about his creative process, balancing the froth with perspective, and how staying healthy and curious keeps him charging forward.

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EP 253: Laura Crane – Prep for the 2025/26 Big Wave season, Working with Antonio Laureano, Nazaré, Overcoming injuries, Surf industry standards, Mental health, Dryrobe®, Finding purpose through Crane Surf Co., and Her biggest inspirations

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Big-wave surfer and Dryrobe® ambassador Laura Crane joins the pod to talk about her rise at Nazaré, the power of resilience, and finding identity through the heaviest water on Earth. Fresh off her second full season in Portugal, Laura reflects on the highs of qualifying for the WSL Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge and the lows of breaking her ankle during one of her sessions. She opens up about the rehab process, slowing down after years of intensity, and what she learned from navigating injury, recovery, and expectation. Laura shares how Nazaré has become her “classroom” over the past three years, training with Tony Laureano, and even stepping up to rescue her hero Maya Gabeira. She looks back on her journey from a 12-year-old national champion from Devon to a sponsored Billabong pro, and how the surf industry’s obsession with image left her battling mental health challenges and an eating disorder. Her story is one of rediscovery — trading modeling sets and TV screens for big waves, community, and purpose. Now, through her Crane Surf Co. ocean wellness retreats, Laura helps others harness fear as a tool for growth. She also pays tribute to the women who’ve inspired her – from Maya Gabeira, Justine Dupont, Michelle des Bouillons to the new generation of chargers redefining what’s possible in women’s surfing.

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Stay tuned to the next event on the Challenger Series, the Banco do Brasil Saquarema Pro Presened by Corona Cero, Oct 11 - 19.

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EP 252: Eddie Donnellan – MeWater Foundation celebrating 10 years, Surfing as a conduit for change, YETI support, Overcoming fears, Fatherhood, and Every wave being the one

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Eddie Donnellan is a surfer, father, and the founder of the MeWater Foundation, which celebrates its 10-year anniversary this year. Calling in from his home near Ocean Beach in San Francisco, Eddie shares how skating a curb growing up with a stranger led to a single 15-minute conversation that changed the trajectory of his life and led him to a lifelong connection with surfing and the ocean. Eddie reflects on his own upbringing, his mother’s resilience as an immigrant and educator, and how those lessons shaped his work in children’s mental health and his passion for creating opportunities for underserved youth. He explains how MeWater uses surfing and time in nature as a conduit for healing, confidence, and community, and why sharing a child’s very first wave can be the most powerful moment of all. The conversation touches on the challenges and triumphs of running a nonprofit, partnerships with brands like YETI and Patagonia, and why integrity matters when it comes to working with supporters. Eddie also shares what’s next for MeWater, from college scholarships to taking kids on tropical trips that expand their world, as well as personal reflections on fatherhood, setting boundaries, and the lessons he’s learned from the kids who inspire him.

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EP 251: Jeremy Flores, Griffin Colapinto & Marco Mignot – Live from the Quiksilver Festival Hossegor, Jeremy wants a wildcard!, Marco’s ROTY, Griffin’s excitement in the jersey, & Surfing without rules

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Former CT icon Jeremy Flores, 2025 World runner up Griffin Colapinto, and 2025 Rookie of the Year Marco Mignot join The Lineup with Dave Prodan from France for a special episode presented by Quiksilver. The crew dives into the rebirth of the Quiksilver Festival, where “no rules is the rule,” blending surfing’s legends and current stars with music, parties, and the Hossegor community. They trade stories on the good vibes, the local fans, and what it means to bring an iconic event back to life. Marco reflects on silencing the doubters during his breakout rookie season, Griffin breaks down the evolution of his barrel and rail game, and Jeremy shares how he went from Reunion Island to carrying the weight of being called “the next Kelly Slater.” From off-season goals and surf progression, the camaraderie and the rivalries, this episode captures the spirit of Quik Fest and the stoke of three surfers at very different but equally defining moments in their careers. Oh… and Jeremy demands a wildcard the next time the CT comes to Hossegor.

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EP 250: Dr. Cliff Kapono – VICE’s Let It Kill You: The Smartest Surfer in the World, Connecting science & surfing, the MEGA Lab, and Redefining what it means to be a pro surfer

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Dr. Cliff Kapono is a professional surfer, journalist, ocean steward, cultural advocate, and marine conservation scientist with a PhD in Chemistry. He is a co-founder of the MEGA Lab, which has pioneered large-scale, community-driven 3D mapping of coral reefs, pushing the boundaries of how we understand and preserve our oceans. He is an ambassador and board member of the Surfrider foundation and is a featured surfer in Thomas Campbell’s film Yi-Wo, VICE’s The Smartest Surfer in the World, and NobodySurf's Circadian Rhythms.

Joining The Lineup from his home in Hilo, Hawai‘i, Cliff reflects on balancing his life between science and surfing, and the power of learning when to say no. He dives into his new VICE documentary, Let It Kill You: The Smartest Surfer in the World, and how the project highlights the many ways surfers can elevate their community and contribute to society beyond competition. Cliff shares his journey from growing up in rural Hawai‘i and chasing the dream of free boards and boardshorts, to becoming one of the few Native Hawaiians with a PhD. He discusses the struggle of reconciling what it means to be a “pro surfer,” the support of brands like Vissla and Reef, and his mission to advocate for scientific literacy in the surf community. The conversation ranges from board talk and the subtleties of rail spray, to the MEGA Lab’s cutting-edge ocean technology projects, to the pioneers and storytellers who shaped his perspective. Cliff also answers fan questions, looks ahead to what’s next for him and his work, and shares why staying connected to the ocean remains at the heart of everything he does.

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EP 249: Andrew “Cotty” Cotton – From Devon plumber to big wave charger, His back-breaker wipeout at Nazaré 2018, Dryrobe® sessions, and the Mental game behind surfing the world’s heaviest waves

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000

One of the heaviest chargers in big wave surfing and Dryrobe® ambassador, Andrew “Cotty” Cotton, joins us on The Lineup. From his roots in Devon, England, to towing some of the gnarliest waves ever ridden at Nazaré alongside legends like Garrett McNamara, Cotty has survived career-threatening injuries, epic wipeouts, and helped put Portugal’s fishing village on the global big-wave map.

In this episode, Cotty opens up about prepping for the Northern Hemisphere season, the evolution of equipment and safety in big-wave surfing, and the mental and physical resilience needed to tackle waves that push the limits of human performance. He reflects on his journey from plumber to professional big wave surfer, the injuries that tested him both physically and mentally, and the moments that defined his career.

We also dive into his mentoring of the next generation, the role of sponsorships like Dryrobe® in cold-water sessions, and the balance between chasing massive surf and enjoying the simple stoke of the lineup. Plus, Cotty answers fan questions from Instagram, from his favorite waves to tips for older beginners, and even weighs in on the classic Devon vs. Cornwall cream-first debate.

This episode is brought to you by Dryrobe®, helping surfers stay warm, dry, and ready to perform no matter how cold the water gets.

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EP 248: Mitchell Salazar – Finals Fiji recap: Molly Picklum & Yago Dora rise as World Champs, Caroline Marks’ inspired run, & Griffin’s connection, New segment: Take Machine, Every matchup broken down, the End of The Finals era, and Listener questions

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Dave Prodan is joined by part-time co-host and WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar on The Lineup to recap this unforgettable close to the Finals format era at Cloudbreak. And just like that, the 2025 CT Season is a wrap with the title-deciding Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero in the books. From Caroline Marks’ inspired run to Molly Picklum’s career-defining comeback for the Title, to Griffin Colapinto’s overlooked brilliance and Yago Dora’s poise in capturing his maiden World Title, the crew dives into every matchup and moment that mattered. They explore the pressure of the format, the magic boards and coaching strategies that shaped results, and what Molly and Yago’s wins mean for the next generation of surfing. Plus, Dave and Mitch look at the dominance of Brazilian champions over the past decade, the surge of young Australian women, the behind-the-scenes grind of the broadcast and social teams in Fiji, and answer fan questions about judging, shapers, and next season’s format changes.

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EP 247: Yago Dora & Molly Picklum – The 2025 World Champions on winning at Cloudbreak, Etching their names in surfing history, Yago’s new haircut, Molly’s lost boards, Board dims, Support teams, What’s next for their off-season, & Looking ahead to 2026

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 21:11:00 -0000

Fresh off the Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero, The Lineup welcomes our newest World Champions, Australia’s Molly Picklum and Brazil’s Yago Dora in this two-parter episode. In Part One, Molly reflects on her difficulties on the Challenger Series to just a few years later lifting up the The Duke Trophy at just 22 years young. She speaks candidly about the challenges of growing up in the spotlight, and the freedom she’s found in understanding she’s just growing up. She breaks down her Finals run, the magic DNA round tail by DHD that carried her all season, and what’s next now that she’s joined the sport’s most elite club of World Champions. In Part Two, Yago joins just hours after sealing his maiden World Title to share the emotion of the moment, the Brazilian brotherhood – from Italó to Filipe to Gabriel – that inspires him, and the magic 6’1” Mayhem that helped him unlock his surfing in Fiji. We talk about their support teams this season, look ahead to 2026 and the celebrations back home, and introduce a special Finals-edition of The Lightning Round. Please enjoy this special episode with your 2025 World Champions, Molly Picklum and Yago Dora.

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EP 246: Jon Roseman – Tavarua’s Managing Director on the WSL Finals Fiji, Primitive surf camp beginnings of the island, Fijian future standouts, Why Cloudbreak always wins, the Perfect machine-like wave of Restaurants

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Recorded on Tavarua ahead of the 2025 WSL Finals, Jon Roseman, Managing Director and Co-owner of Tavarua and Namotu Island Resorts, Fiji, joins The Lineup to talk about hosting the final-ever Finals Day in Fiji. He and Dave discuss the women pushing limits in Fiji, and the evolution of the resort from surf camp to world-class destination. Jon reflects on arriving in Fiji for “one week,” falling in love, and never leaving. He talks about the never-ending challenge of truly figuring out Cloudbreak, and the yin-yang of Restaurants’ perfection versus Cloudbreak’s unpredictability. He also shares insights on Fijian surfing’s bright future, the island’s role in modern surf history, and his work with the local Fijian community to steward a reputation of sustainability for Tavarua and the Fijian islands.

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EP 245: Shaun Tomson – Jordy Smith’s Title Hopes, ‘77 World Champion, Surfing pioneer, and WSL co-founder on the 50th Anniversary of WSL, Cloudbreak vs. Teahupo’o, the Surfer’s Code, Bustin’ Down the Door, and Turning 70 and being fully stoked

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Legendary surfer, 1977 World Champion, and WSL co-founder Shaun Tomson joins Dave Prodan for a deep dive into the past, present, and future of professional surfing. Shaun reflects on Jordy Smith’s career and potential World Title breakthrough for South Africa, the complexity of Cloudbreak vs. Teahupo’o, and the ethos of winning and losing with grace. He shares the life principles behind his Surfer’s Code and Think Twice Foundation, turning 70, and his recent Lifetime Achievement Award at the SIMA Waterman’s Ball. Shaun takes us back to surfing’s formative years, from Bustin’ Down the Door and the birth of the then-IPS Tour, to his groundbreaking tube-riding approach that ultimately delivered him a World Title. With next year marking the 50th anniversary of the World Championship Tour, Shaun reflects on the legacy, the evolution, and the future of where surfing could go from here. We round out the pod with the Lightning Round, his dream lineup with Slater and Curren, and timeless lessons from one of surfing’s most influential voices.

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EP 244: Mitchell Salazar – 2025 CT season wrap and the Final 5 locked for Fiji, Teahupo’o delivers, Molly Picklum dominance, Jack Robinson’s run to make the Finals, and What’s next as the World Title showdown heads to Cloudbreak

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Dave Prodan and WSL commentator and part-time co-host Mitchell Salazar break down the highs and lows from Tahiti. From Jack’s must-win performance, Molly’s statement backhand attack, and the rise of the local Tahitian crew, they cover everything from Championship Tour surfers paddling and/or towing the CODE RED waves prior to the event to the heartbreaking eliminations that shifted the Final 5 race at the last possible moment. They also dive into this season’s biggest winners and losers, the evolution of strategy at CT events, and what fans can expect when the world’s best descend on Cloudbreak. With the end of this event, the 2025 Championship Tour regular season has wrapped with all-time Teahupo’o, and an Aussie and Red Bull sweet with Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson claiming wins at the Lexus Tahiti Pro Presented by I-SEA, and officially locking in the Final 5 for the World Title-deciding Lexus WSL Finals in Fiji. The duo talk boards, Finals matchups, and answer Instagram fan questions before setting the stage for next week’s World Title showdown in Fiji.

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EP 243: Peter ‘PT’ Townend – The 1976 surfing World Champ RETURNS to the pod, 50 years of pro surfing, the Level of competition on the CS, the Rise of the CT, Huntington Beach’s legacy, and MP stories

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:01:00 -0000

The first-ever World Champion and true icon of the sport, Peter “PT” Townend, returns to The Lineup after his last appearance… our very first episode. From winning the inaugural world title in 1976 to helping launch professional surfing itself, PT’s fingerprints are all over the DNA of modern surf culture. As we near the 50th anniversary of that historic moment, PT reflects on the wild early days of the tour, the evolution of the CT, and the shifting balance between soul and structure in surfing. He shares insight on his work curating the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum, his efforts behind the scenes of the Lexus US Open of Surfing, and how the Visit HB partnership is reshaping Surf City’s global presence. Plus, PT weighs in on today’s new school, shares his favorite MP story, and answers fan questions about legacy, progression, and producing cult classics like Secret Machine.

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EP 242: The Alive – US Open Sundown Sets with Chevy Metal, Surf roots, Sharing stages with rock legends, & Their new single “Emancipated”

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Rooted in core surf and skate culture, Southern California's own The Alive joins the pod from I-SEA HQ in San Clemente for a special episode of The Lineup. With drummer Miles Elze, bassist/vocalist Lawson Matthews, and guitarist/vocalist Bastian Evans in the studio, the trio dives into their origins, the gritty early days of the band, and what it’s like to play stages with rock legends like Eddie Vedder, the Foo Fighters, and the late Taylor Hawkins’ band, Chevy Metal. With their new single “Emancipated” out now and a massive Sundown Sets show coming up at the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach on August 1, the band talks preparation, energy, brotherhood, and their shared goals of touring and playing bigger stages.

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EP 241: Mitchell Salazar – Connor O’Leary’s maiden CT win!!, 3x wins for Gabby Bryan, Goofyfooters at J-Bay, Mayhem clinches, and the Race to the Final 5 heats up before Tahiti

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:01:00 -0000

With Finals Day firing at Jeffreys Bay, The Lineup returns to break down all the action from the Corona Cero Open J-Bay. Host Dave Prodan is joined by WSL commentator and part-time co-host Mitch Salazar to unpack Connor O’Leary’s maiden CT victory and Gabriela Bryan’s continued ascent to World No. 1 – both coached by Richard “Dog” Marsh, making it a banner day for the Dog Pound. The crew digs into Winners & Losers from South Africa, highlighting a rare all-goofy-foot men’s final, the underwhelming wildcard performances, and what the result means for surfers like Yago Dora, who now holds the yellow jersey heading into the final stop of the regular season. They break down the new-look Top 5 and the looming pressure cooker at the Lexus Tahiti Pro, where the last World Title slots are up for grabs. Plus, a look at the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings where …Lost Surfboards has officially clinched the 2025 crown, a Fantasy Surfing update, and Instagram fan questions covering everything from coaching dynasties to Finals scenarios.

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RE-AIR: EP 159: “Watersheds” Episode 1: Jordy Smith’s Unforgettable 2010 Win at J-Bay, with special guest Pat O’Connell

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Re-air of Ep 159, the first “Watersheds” format episode highlighting Jordy Smith’s first CT win on home soil at J-Bay in 2010.

This week, we’re premiering a new format of The Lineup where we zero in on an important moment from surfing’s rich and extensive history. Using sound bites from deep within the WSL archives and insight from this week’s special guest Pat O’Connell, we’re diving into Jordy Smith’s huge win at J-Bay in 2010. Travel back in time to the very different surf world (and world, period) of the early and mid-2000’s. Hear all that went into Jordy Smith’s rise into the global surf consciousness. And get the full story of what made his win at home in South Africa so important in the long tapestry of unforgettable Championship Tour moments.

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EP 240: David Litt – From Obama’s speechwriter to surf beginner, Finding solace and connection through surfing, 8-10ft wipeouts in Spain, Surf trips with his brother-in-law, and His latest book, It’s Only Drowningpisode for Jul 08, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Former Obama speechwriter and bestselling author David Litt joins Dave Prodan on The Lineup to talk about his newest and most personal project yet, It’s Only Drowning: A True Story of Learning to Surf and a Search for Common Ground. Litt opens up about how a pandemic-era battle with depression led him into the ocean, and how a mismatched surf adventure with his brother-in-law Matt became an unlikely bridge across political, personal, and cultural divides. From his first freezing New Jersey paddle-outs in a 5/4 wetsuit to wipeouts in 8-10 foot Zurriola in Spain, Litt shares a raw, humorous, and deeply human journey into surfing from the outside in and explores how surfing restructured his sense of time, identity, and connection.

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EP 239: Mitchell Salazar – Picklum takes #1!!, Cole, Griffin, and a San Clemente surge in Saquarema, …Lost Surfboards all but 3-peating the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, Fantasy leaderboard and Listener Q’s

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Reporting live from Brazil, part-time cohost and WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar rejoins Dave on The Lineup to break down all the action, drama, and implications from the 2025 VIVO Rio Pro presented by Corona Cero. California’s Cole Houshmand and Australia’s Molly Picklum claimed breakthrough victories at Stop No. 9 of the 2025 Championship Tour, but the event was anything but predictable. Dave and Mitch dive deep into the biggest Winners and Losers from Saquarema–from Griffin Colapinto’s title surge to Filipe Toledo’s late-season stumble, and from the brilliance of Molly Picklum to the heartbreak for Brazilian fans hoping for a hometown champion. They break down the complexity of forecasting the wave, the challenges of Saquarema backwash, and the mental game of adapting on the fly. They check in on the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, where Matt Biolos and …Lost Surfboards have all but cemented a three-peat as Shaper of the Year after a dominant Rio showing. The duo also answer Fantasy League and Instagram questions from fans around the world, including whether the women’s surfing is officially more exciting than the men’s, and drop hints about the final stretch of the CT season leading into J-Bay and beyond.

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EP 238: Tom Lowe – Returns after his second nearly fatal injury at Teahupo’o, The recovery process, Balancing big wave surfing with fatherhood and being a husband, & His latest film with YETI, Let Me Live

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000

In a special two-parter episode of The Lineup, Dave Prodan sits down with fearless big wave charger and YETI ambassador Tom Lowe for two powerful conversations – one from before his nearly fatal incident in Tahiti in June 2025 and one after.

In the first part of the episode, Tom rejoins us from Tahiti, still in recovery, right from the very place where he describes everything went very quickly from a dream to a nightmare. He walks us through the day it happened, at least all the moments he remembers. He recounts the locals’ heroics, catching a few mid-sized waves himself, gaining confidence, and feeling ready for a big one. He speaks candidly about the mental toll of this injury versus the physical, and the emotional weight of what he’s put his loved ones through. With striking vulnerability, he opens up about the recovery, the guilt, the gratitude, and the commitment to keep moving forward.

The second part of the episode was recorded just before Tom’s most recent mission to Tahiti, a trip that would culminate in a near-fatal injury at Teahupoʻo. Lowe discusses both the clarity and the nerves he was bringing into the swell, feeling ready to return since his first nearly fatal injury back there in 2023. He discusses life as a dad, the rhythm he’s found chasing waves around the world, and the emotional toll of leaving behind his young family to pursue swells as a professional big wave surfer. He reflects on his latest film with YETI, Let Me Live, a raw and beautifully captured portrait of identity, purpose, and a life on the edge, produced by the legendary Keith Malloy and Bimarian Films.

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EP 237: Mitchell Salazar – Yago & Bettylou’s second 2025 CT win, Breaking down Trestles, Listener Q’s, Fantasy sleeper picks, and the domination of …Lost Surfboards ahead of the Rio Pro

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Dave and part-time co-host Mitchell Salazar return to break down all the highs, lows, and critical storylines from stop No. 8 on the Championship Tour—the 2025 Lexus Trestles Pro Presented by Outerknown. With iconic Lower Trestles serving up a playground of high-performance conditions, Brazil’s Yago Dora and Hawaii’s Bettylou Sakura Johnson both earned their second CT victories of the year, launching themselves firmly into the WSL Final 5 conversation. Dave and Mitch dive into the biggest Winners & Losers of the event—highlighting breakout performances from rookie Joel Vaughan and wildcard Sawyer Lindblad, while calling out disappointing exits from Gabriela Bryan, Jordy Smith, and a clunky Elimination Round heat between Barron Mamiya and Kelly Slater. They also celebrate a historic weekend for …Lost Surfboards, who saw both event champs riding their boards, along with a dominant showing in the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings. The crew also checks in on Fantasy Surfing standings, dishes out tips, and fields fan questions on air game technique, coaching insights, and CT requalification hypotheticals.

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EP 236: The Monday M.A.S.S. with Chris Coté and Todd Richards – Our Second-EVER Collab Podcast, Trestles Pro, Kelly Slater quirks, Switchstance surfing, Egg decks, Nazaré intel, and So much ‘shredaphilia’

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000

The Monday M.A.S.S. With Chris Coté and Todd Richards, June 9, 2025

On this episode of the World’s Greatest Action Sports Podcast, Chris and Todd team up with Dave Prodan of The Lineup Podcast as well as the Chief Strategy and Brand Officer at the World Surf League, a collab podcast, amazing. These three take a bunch of your questions, talk about the Lexus Lowers Pro, Kelly Slater, Jeremy Flores brain tumor, Kelly Slater quirks, Christian Fletcher X Steve Boysen legacy boards, Gui Khury skatepark 900, switchstance surfing, Hurricane Season is coming in hot, everything you need to know before surfing Nazare, Mark McMorris and Tony Hawk get in to some Raginal Reconstruction (a new skate park), Jenkem’s 999 challenge, egg skateboards are the twin fins of land, old heads rule, more shredaphilia, more gossip, more news, so many questions asked and answered, two full hours of excellence, this really is our best pod in years, thanks Dave!

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EP 235: Tatiana Weston-Webb – Will she return to competitive surfing?, Being a World Title-contender, Rediscovering her love for surfing off tour, Scott Smith & John De Temple appearance, Honoring Greg Browning & their film together: A Marble in the Jar

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Tatiana Weston-Webb returns to The Lineup to unpack her journey around the world and celebrate her latest film with the late, great Greg Browning. Recorded in New Jersey fresh off a Mentawais boat trip, Tati reflects on stepping away from full-time competition after two Olympic cycles and rediscovering her love of surfing away from the pressure of the jersey. She speaks candidly about her mindset on and off tour, knowing she is a World Title contender at her best, and the surreal joy of scoring perfect Kandui with her husband. She is later joined by producers Scott Smith and John De Temple to celebrate the premiere of their deeply personal and visually stunning new film with the indelible Greg Browning–A Marble in the Jar. The crew dive into the genesis of the film—a project that began with Greg’s vision and passion. With a treasure trove of footage spanning years, the team recounts the wild, creative ride of making the movie, from smashing jars of marbles in Scott’s backyard to experimenting with four different intros, all in pursuit of honoring Greg’s dream. They reflect on the unguarded, fearless spirit that defined both Greg and Tatiana, and how the bond they shared helped shape the emotional core of the project. As Scott poignantly shares, “Greg knew his time was short, but he was 100% behind it all—he went full director mode.” From Instagram fan questions to lightning-round favorites, Tati closes with a powerful reminder to “focus on the small wins throughout the day–aka–a marble in the jar.” We love you Greg!

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EP 234: Mitchell Salazar – Jordy & Gabby take the lead, CI wipeout at The Cut, Power surfing's rise, Rookie standouts, Shaper Rankings shake-up, and Fantasy leaderboard

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Dave is joined once again by part-time co-host and WSL commentator Mitch Salazar to break down all the drama, triumph, and heartbreak from Stop No. 7 of the 2025 Championship Tour—the Western Australia Margaret River Pro. With Jordy Smith and Gabriela Bryan each securing their second wins of the season, both now sit atop the rankings and inch closer to their first World Titles. Dave and Mitch go deep on the event’s biggest winners and most surprising losers—from Lakey Peterson’s clutch performance to save her season, to the top 5 men faltering at a crucial stretch of the calendar, to a sobering mid-season cut for Channel Islands’ stacked roster. The duo also takes stock of the updated Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, highlighting which board builders are leading the charge and which brands are left regrouping post-Margarets. They answer burning fan questions (Is power surfing the key to a world title?) and give updates on the wildly competitive Lineup Fantasy League.

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EP 233: Kanoa Igarashi - Surfing The Box vs Main Break, Board designs with JS, Dominating on tour, Overcoming Olympic pressure, Partnering with Neutrogena, Feeling complete, and Competing against Julian Wilson on the Gold Coast

Tue, 27 May 2025 07:01:00 -0000

In this deep and unfiltered conversation, Kanoa Igarashi joins The Lineup fresh off the Western Margaret River Pro—ranked fourth in the world and hungrier for the World Title than ever. We kick things off with Kanoa’s take on The Box, one of the heaviest slabs to return to the tour since 2019, where it’s either twos or tens, and every drop could be your ticket to glory—or a slam on the reef. He breaks down the difference between his Main Break and Box quivers, gets into the nuance of board design with JS, and reflects on how his surfing instincts have sharpened through the years. Kanoa opens up about the evolution of his mindset—what it was like competing against one of his surfing idols in Julian Wilson, how his 2022 Top 5 finish left him feeling like he had more to prove, and why he believes his real title window is just beginning. He gets candid about overcoming imposter syndrome, dialing in every 1% of his game, and finally feeling like he's built the complete package. We dive into the Olympic effect—from the pressure cooker of the build up and competing at Tokyo Olympic Games to the emotional release of finally holding that medal. Kanoa compares notes with fellow Olympians like Noah Lyles, shares how surfing changed his life on and off the world stage, and reflects on the balance between fame, authenticity, and his roots in the Quiksilver Young Guns program. He discusses how people like Stephen ‘Belly’ Bell helped shape his outlook as a growing professional surfer, talks partnerships, the importance of supportive brands throughout his career, and walks us through his decision to sign with Neutrogena as one of their first surf ambassadors. We wrap with a look ahead to Trestles and the huge change to the 2026 Tour Schedule and format. Kanoa touches on training, strategy, and the importance of feeling at home during comps.

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EP 232: Mitchell Salazar – Recapping the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro, Bettylou’s first CT win, Filipe’s 2025 breakthrough win, An on-fire Julian Wilson, Fantasy Rakings, Shaper Standouts, & the Changes to the 2026 Tour calendar

Thu, 15 May 2025 07:01:00 -0000

In this episode of The Lineup, Dave Prodan is joined by cohost and commentator Mitchell Salazar to break down everything from the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM. They discuss Bettylou Sakura Johnson notching her first-ever CT win, Filipe Toledo reminding the world he’s still a title threat, and a wildcard venue proving the doubters wrong. With just one event left before the Mid-Season Cut, Dave and Mitch dive into what Burleigh told us about the rankings race, the veterans under pressure, and the next-gen stars rising fast. Plus, they cover the biggest winners and losers from the Gold Coast, the surprising stat on men’s Quarterfinalists, and the youth movement rewriting the women's draw.

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EP 231: Sam George - His latest book, Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir in Progress, the Stories that shaped his life, Completing his ‘Identity Project,’ the ‘Carthartic’ experience of writing through his divorce, and More

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:01:00 -0000

In this reflective and wildly entertaining episode, legendary surfer, writer, and director Sam George joins The Lineup to unpack over five decades of chasing waves, meaning, and himself. With the release of his memoir Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir, In Progress, Sam shares the stories behind the stories—how a lifetime of surfing became a mosaic of moments that transcended simply riding waves. He opens up about everything from the formative sting of Dave Parmenter's tough love to the rare swagger of Tom Carroll, and the soul-searching honesty of writing about a failed marriage and cancer journey with his ex-wife. The duo discuss surf identity, travel, and the thrill of never feeling like you’ve worked a day when surfing is the job, and much more.

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EP 230: Mitchell Salazar – Bells Winners & Losers, Jordy Smith’s resurgence, Rookie pressure, Goofyfoot drought, Shaper Rankings shake-up, What to expect at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro & Fantasy Mega League leaderboard

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:57:00 -0000

After a short break, The Lineup with Dave Prodan, along with part-time cohost and commentator-extraordinaire Mitchell Salazar, is back and firing as we dive into all things Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy and gear up for the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM at Burleigh Heads. Dave and co-host Mitch Salazar reunite to unpack the highs and lows of Event No. 5 on the 2025 WSL Championship Tour, with big shoutouts to Isabella Nichols and Jack Robinson for ringing the Bell. From moody Easter weather and a tough go for men's rookies, to the surprising stat that not a single CT goofyfooter improved their ranking—this episode breaks it all down. The crew highlights winners like Isabella’s late-season surge, Kanoa’s fresh spark on JS boards, and Jordy Smith’s emphatic rebuttal to any kind of “washed” narrative. We also check the pulse of the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, with ...Lost still out front. Plus, we answer fan questions, drop fantasy league updates, and tease what’s ahead for Gold Coast.

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EP 229: ON THE ROAD w/ Rosy Hodge - Insights from the 2025 Surf City El Salvador Pro Presented by Corona Cero, Start/Stop Forecasts, Event standouts, and Commentating

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Reporting from Surf City El Salvador, former CT surfer and current WSL commentator and Rip Curl athlete, Rosy Hodge, joins us on the podcast for another ‘On The Road’ edition of The Lineup. Rosy breaks down the latest shake-ups at Punta Roca, Isabella Nichols narrowingly making heat against Caroline Marks, upsetting her chances at a 3-peat win at the Surf City El Salvador Pro, as well as Rookie Bella Kenworthy defeating Erin Brooks in the Round of 16 despite her knee injury. Rosy and Dave both discuss standouts of the event, Ethan’s progressive style on the rail, and Rosy’s picks to win the event. Rosy riffs on gear talk, sharing board banter with insights on shapers like Marcio Zouvi, Matt Biolos and Britt Merrick on the ground in El Salvador. She explains why the evolution of women’s surfing—especially in heavy waves—is what excites her most right now. Bringing a fresh, layered perspective to the mic—one shaped by years on the CT, life as a mom, and a front-row seat to the sport’s biggest moments as a commentator, Rosy shares how she’s finding more joy in surfing than ever before, from catching waves herself to watching her son, Hayes, discover the water, and what she’s looking forward to most in the world of competitive surfing.

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EP 228: Mitchell Salazar – Relive the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal, Winners & Losers, Overcoming the turbulent and stormy conditions, …Lost Surfboards taking the lead, Lack of American representation in the rankings, & Fantasy Mega League leaderboard

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

Fresh off two weeks in Portugal calling the event, part-time Lineup co-host and WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar joins Dave to break down all the action from the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal Presented by Corona Cero. Mitch recounts facing the cold and stormy weather in Supertubos, Dave shares his concern over the lack of American men in the top rankings, and both discuss the struggle of the veteran surfers on tour. On the flip side, the duo celebrate the goofy footers having a standout event, praise the organizers for pulling off a successful competition despite the unpredictable turbulent winds that almost derailed the event, and the passionate Portuguese fans delivered an electric atmosphere. Dave and Mitch continue to muse over the current Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, which boards are dominating the tour, how …Lost Surfboards had three out of four riders in the semi-finals, and how smaller teams like Patterson and Borst have managed to crack the top five. They wrap up the episode by revealing your current Lineup Podcast Mega League Fantasy leaders and answer Instagram fan questions.

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EP 227: Tiago ‘Saca’ Pires – Being the first Portuguese surfer to qualify for the CT, His ‘obstinate’ determination to become a pro surfer despite skepticism from his community, Growing up in Lisbon, the Wave at Supertubos, and Life after Tour

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

The first Portuguese surfer to ever qualify for the Championship Tour, surfing legend Tiago Pires joins us on The Lineup. Calling in from his post-competitive venture, Twin Fin Agency, Tiago takes us through his transition from World Tour competitor to athlete management, social media strategy, and event organization. He opens up about the mental toll of his final year on tour, how fatherhood shifted his perspective, and what it was like growing up as a surfer in 1990s Lisbon. We dive into Supertubos ahead of the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal Presented by Corona Cero, breaking down what makes the wave so unpredictable, the conditions to expect, and who’s looking dangerous in the lineup. Tiago also takes us back to his roots—overcoming childhood fear of the ocean, the stoke from catching his first wave, and the relentless drive that pushed him from Portugal’s small surf scene to international success. We wrap things up with answering your Instagram questions and a rapid-fire Lightning Round.

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EP 226: The Double-Up – Our FIRST collab pod of the year, The state and progression of women’s surfing, Is Caity the most important surfer in the world?, Rivalries, Are the rookies pushing the vets or pushing them out?, Opportunities in women’s surfing

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0000

In this special collaboration episode between The Lineup and The Double-Up Podcast, Dave and Double-Up hosts Rachael Tilly and Shannon Hughes dive into the evolution of women’s surfing. From its scrappy QS days to the world-class performances we’re witnessing today, the women’s tour has undergone massive transformations, shifting locations, raising the stakes, and proving that when given the right waves, female surfers rise to the occasion. The hosts discuss how media coverage has shaped the sport, the importance of storytelling in keeping women’s surfing at the forefront, and the growing depth of talent across generations. We take a close look at Caity Simmers and the conversation around her influence and whether she is the most important surfer in the world right now. The discussion also covers the ever-intensifying world title race, the evolution of rivalries, and whether younger surfers are truly pushing out the veterans or simply forcing them to elevate their game. Beyond competition, we examine the broader sustainability of professional surfing as a career for women. With more opportunities than ever, is the path to a long-term career in the sport finally viable? As the industry shifts, what role does the surf community play in ensuring continued progress? From Pipeline’s proving grounds to the new generation redefining the sport, this episode is packed with insight, passion, and a raw look at where women’s surfing stands today. Tune in for a conversation that challenges the status quo and celebrates the bright future ahead.

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EP 225: Lakey Peterson – Her latest film Making Waves with 805 Beer, What winning does for your mindset, Working with Grilo, Missing the cut, Being pushed by young talent, and Her pre-heat playlist

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000

805 Beer Authentico and powerhouse surfer Lakey Peterson joins us on the pod from Brazil. We catch up with Lakey and discuss her working with Leandro Dora, who has given her fresh eyes on her surfing. Lakey also opens up about Making Waves, her new film with 805 Beer and fellow Santa Barbaran Morgan Maassen, reflecting on the thrill of competitive surfing, the heartbreaks, and the motivation she is still feeling today. Being awarded the 2025 Season wildcard, Lakey is back on tour after just barely missing the cut in 2024 and shares her mindset shift. She discusses working with her long-time shaper Britt Merrick, the evolution of her equipment with Channel Islands, and what it really takes to win in today’s ultra-competitive field. She answers your Instagram questions, reveals her go-to pre-heat songs, and tackles the Lightning Round.

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RE-AIR: EP 35: Justine Dupont

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Following her win at the 2025 TUDOR Nazaré Big Wave Challenge, this week we are re-airing Ep. 35 of The Lineup with Justine Dupont.

Big Wave surfer and waterwoman Justine Dupont discusses her diverse skill set in the water, how falling off the Championship Tour led to her Big Wave career, the Jaws invite that changed everything, paddle surfing versus tow surfing, and her best and worst Big Wave experiences.

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EP 224: Mitchell Salazar – Breaking Down Surf Abu Dhabi Pro, Wave Pool Specialists?, Unexpected Challenges, Surprise Performances, Shaper Rankings, & Fantasy Leaders

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Mitchell Salazar and Dave Prodan return to the pod to recap the Surf Abu Dhabi Pro. For the first time ever and for the second event of the season, the Championship Tour landed in Abu Dhabi. Mitch and Dave break down all the standout performances… and the not so standout ones as the Surf Abu Dhabi Pro delivered a wild mix of high-performance surfing. They talk through all the unexpected challenges and wave pool surprises like onshore winds, sandstorms, and water photographers that threw the competitors a curveball. They discuss who thrived in the unique wave pool conditions, who struggled to find their rhythm, and what this event revealed about the evolving dynamics of competitive surfing. They also dive into the latest shakeups in the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, answer your fan questions, and reveal your Lineup Podcast Mega League fantasy leaderboard.

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EP 223: Mitch Crews - Life as Surf Abu Dhabi’s Sr. Director of Surf Experience, Life in the UAE, the Surf Abu Dhabi Pro, “Field testing” the wave, His CT roots, and Life beyond the tour

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Senior Director of Surf Experience at Surf Abu Dhabi and former Championship Tour surfer Mitch Crews joins us on the pod. With the CT descending on the region, Mitch shares his insights on who’s been standing out in practice—like Jack Robinson, Filipe Toledo, Ethan Ewing, and Samuel Pupo—and breaks down the high-stakes, pressure-cooker, exposing nature of wave pool competitions. Mitch and Dave dive into the groundbreaking technology behind Surf Abu Dhabi, home to the first public Kelly Slater Wave System. He explains what it was like to build the team of this world-class surf destination from scratch, refine the ultimate artificial saltwater wave, and collaborate with engineers and hospitality crews to create an unforgettable surf experience. Dave also pulls up the heat draw from Mitch’s first CT event at Snapper Rocks in 2014, as they wind the clock back to his competitive roots—from growing up on Australia’s Sunshine Coast to battling legends like Julian Wilson, Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Kelly Slater, Taj Burrow, Josh Kerr, Jordy Smith, and more. Mitch reflects on life in the UAE, his deep appreciation for Emirati culture, and his brother Alex’s work shaping ACSOD Surfboards, before wrapping up with your fan questions from Instagram and the Lightning Round.

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EP 222: Mitchell Salazar - Is Barron Mamiya the best out at Pipeline going back-to-back?!?, 2x World Champ Tyler Wright taking 2x Pipe Pro Titles, Post-Pipe Recap, Vissla CT Shaper Rankings Update, & Your Pipe Lineup League Fantasy winners

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:01:00 -0000

WSL Commentator and part-time co-host Mitchell Salazar returns to rundown the Lexus Pipe Pro Presented By YETI. We’re back, and the 2025 Lexus Pipe Pro did not disappoint! After navigating through tricky forecasts and running until the last day of the event window, the waves turned up, and so did the performances. Mitch and Dave discuss their Winners & Losers, breaking down everything from the major upsets, Kelly Slater proving age is just a number, the dominance of the Channel Islands team, and how rookies like Joel Vaughan, Bella Kenworthy, Ian Gouveia, Alan Cleland Jr., and George Pittar made major statements. They talk about two-time World Champ Tyler Wright taking her second win at Pipeline, making history as the first woman to have to two Pipe Pro Titles, and revel over Barron Mamiya’s performance, becoming the first male since Andy Irons in ‘05 and ‘06 to go back-to-back titles at Pipe, putting himself in elite company. We dive into the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings with Channel Islands leading the charge, and …Lost’s lackluster performance in the rankings. Finally, we reveal your Pipe Fantasy winners through The Lineup Podcast Mega League and hit your Instagram Fan Questions, answering if Barron Mamiya is the best out at Pipe today.

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EP 221: ON THE ROAD w/ Ross Williams - Insights from the 2025 Lexus Pipe Pro Presented by YETI, Navigating a tricky forecast, Stepping away from full-time coaching, Dialing equipment, CT Tour changes, Commentating, and Kelly Slater’s Wildcard

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

Live from the North Shore, Momentum Generation icon, highly-acclaimed surf coach, and WSL commentator-extraordinaire Ross Williams joins Dave Prodan in today’s episode of The Lineup On The Road. Straight from the ground, the On The Road audio-only format aims to bring you quicker, deeper and better insight by checking in with our commentators and experts on-site at our various WSL events and airing these episodes as quickly as possible. These are the stories, the background, and the behind-the-scenes information from those closest to the action on the ground. Ross and Dave dive into his transition to step away from full-time coaching in order to spend more time with his family, and his ever-evolving role in the world of professional surfing. Ross reflects on his 2024 intentions, and recounts the highlights of an unforgettable season, including Tatiana’s incredible performance in Tahiti and John’s historic third World Title, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s greatest athletes. Ross opens up about his own experiences as a competitor, including missed opportunities, and how they have shaped his coaching philosophy and his belief in the sharpness required to excel in the intense 30-minute heat format. We muse over the season, starting at Pipeline, the tricky forecast on the horizon, and surfers needing to adjust to its ever-changing conditions and the courage required to excel there. Ross and Dave explore the changes to the Championship Tour schedule, the pressure rookies face, and the incredible progression of women’s surfing. Ross reflects on Kelly Slater’s decision to take a Pipe wildcard and his enduring passion for competition. He and Dave break down the importance of dialing in equipment for athletes, the evolution of surfboard materials, and his collaborative work with legendary shaper Eric Arakawa. He shares his thoughts on the 2022 Finals, the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, and the rising intensity and pressure of competition at the wave pool venues. Packed with stories, insights, and reflections, Ross offers a fascinating look at the 2025 Championship Tour season through his experienced and thoughtful perspective.

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EP 220: Eric Arakawa - Celebrated master shaper of Arakawa Surfboards, Reclaiming Island Classics, Working with the Ho brothers, Andy Irons, and today’s pros, Overcoming self-doubt, Rediscovering his passion shaping, and Building his legacy

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

In this episode of The Lineup, we explore the life and craft of legendary surfboard shaper Eric Arakawa. From his roots in Pearl City, Hawaii, to becoming a celebrated name in surfboard design, Eric shares his journey of passion, perseverance, and innovation. He offers a candid look at life on the North Shore when the surfing world descends and casts its attention on surfing’s Mecca, discussing the unique mix of excitement and challenges the start of the surf season brings. Eric reflects on the evolution of his craft, recounting how he started shaping boards at just 14 years old, reclaiming Island Classics, his experience with Hawaiian Island Creations, and the transformative impact of technology like CNC machines on board building. He highlights the importance of collaboration, sharing memorable stories about working with pros like Michae Ho and the late, great Derek Ho, 3x World Champion Andy Irons, Megan Abubo, Jack Robinson, Kanoa Igarshi, and more, and the indispensable contributions of his team, including Shayden Piccaro and Alonso Correa. Eric also opens up about his personal growth, detailing how he overcame self-doubt and rediscovered his love for shaping, finding new purpose and vision in his work. Now looking ahead to his next chapter, Eric reflects on the legacy he’s building, the importance of his factory team, and the joy of seeing his boards perform on the world stage.

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EP 219: Mitchell Salazar - 2025 CT SEASON KICKOFF!!, Off-season Winners & Losers, Where the hell is Kelly Slater?, The Florence Brothers having a moment, and the Return of the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:01:00 -0000

In our first episode back of The Lineup podcast, commentator extraordinaire and part-time Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns to dive into a mix of topics to kick off 2025. We start things off with Winners and Losers of the off-season, highlighting rookie sensations, Vans Pipe Masters, Nathan Florence having ‘a moment,’ and wondering where the hell is Kelly Slater? Now in its junior year, we reintroduce the return of the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings and explore major team shakeups, bold predictions for the Lexus Pipe Pro, and whether Mayhem can maintain its dominance against rising competition. We answer your very own hot topic fan questions like whose World Title win between Caity Simmers’ and Caroline Marks’ is more historic, Erin Brooks’ rookie year potential, and whether Florence’s latest film, Here & There, is CGI. We also speculate on wildcard picks, reflect on the best in high-performance surfing, and celebrate the return of iconic tour stops.

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EP 218: MEGA Mailbag - Reliving our personal 2024 highlight moments, Memorable podcast episodes of the year, 2025 look ahead, and Answering your MEGA mailbag questions

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:01:00 -0000

In this special end-of-year episode, the tradition continues as producer Miguel Clemente takes over hosting duties to guide us through The Lineup’s 2024 MEGA Mailbag. Dave Prodan and Miguel reflect on a remarkable year in surfing, sharing (and clipping in) our personal highlight moments from the 2024 season – from John John Florence's third world title triumph to Caity Simmers' undeniable rise to greatness.

From the year’s best heats, the evolution of the Challenger Series, the CT’s next generation of rookies, and Dave’s personal top five surfers of all time, we dive deep into your listener questions submitted via @thelineuppod on Instagram. Plus, Miguel and Dave reveal dream podcast guests, discuss the 2025 CT schedule, and share their hopes for surfing’s future.

Thank you for listening, and happy holidays from The Lineup crew!

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EP 217: Matt Costa - Writing Music for ‘A Brokedown Melody’ and YETI’s ‘As Told By’ series with WSL, Working with the Malloy brothers and Jack Johnson, Skateboarding dreams, Recovering from a life-altering injury, and His transition into music

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Musician and storyteller Matt Costa joins us on the pod. Matt dives into his creative process, collaborating with filmmakers like Devyn Bisson on WSL’s ‘As Told By’ series produced in partnership with YETI, working with Jack Johnson and Emmett Malloy on the film A Brokedown Melody, and his latest project with Adventure.com and Rivian, Explorations of Sight + Sound. Matt shares his fascinating journey, how growing up with parents in the travel industry and a passion for skateboarding shaped his early years. After a life-altering injury sidelined his skateboarding dreams, an acoustic guitar became the catalyst for a new path in music. He talks about adjusting to life on the road, reflecting on the mentorship he received from No Doubt’s Tom Dumont, his serendipitous break with Jack Johnson, and the evolution of crafting songs in the studio to embodying them on stage. From making music in caves to documenting indigenous stories on 16mm film to live scoring films, Matt delves into the art of creating immersive experiences, before answering Instagram questions and the infamous Lightning Round.

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Catch Matt live-score his film Explorations of Sight and Sound Vol. 2 on Saturday, Nov. 30 between 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM PT at The Rivian South Coast Theater

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EP 216: Chris Malloy - Surf legend to steward of the land, His early experiences at Pipe, Cultivating love of nature, YETI, Filmmaking, and Living with purpose

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Legendary surfer, filmmaker, and environmental advocate Chris Malloy joins us on The Lineup. Known for his no-nonsense attitude and deep connection to the land, Chris dives into what it truly means to live authentically and reconnect with nature. He shares his views on modern conservation efforts, the surf film industry, and what it was like to watch legends like Tom Curren at Rincon in the early days. From hammering nails, cutting wood and driving tractors to fund his surf trips to taking a leap with Patagonia, Chris recounts how stepping away from big sponsorship deals was met with skepticism but ultimately led to a fulfilling path of making purpose-driven films. He offers an inside look at the surfing world before the internet, when curiosity was the fuel for adventure. Chris looks back at his upbringing, moving from Los Angeles to Ojai in the late '70s—a place he describes was filled with hippies, cowboys, and the Hell’s Angels. He reminisces about the early surf trips to the North Shore, scraping by with couch surfing and car camping. Recounting stories of Pipeline, Teahupo’o, and the Mentawais, he paints a picture of an era when surfing’s greats carved out a living on the waves and off the grid. Chris also reflects on the changing surf culture, the “passing of the torch,” and how while the younger generation’s progression may be incredible, he worries they may be missing out on the raw, unfiltered experience that shaped his own career. Chris continues by discussing the evolution of his filmmaking journey, from his early appearances in Taylor Steele’s films to creating impactful surf documentaries with his brothers. He discusses his partnership with YETI and their shared ethos of practicality and purpose. He shares how YETI gear became a staple on his ranch, highlighting the importance of quality tools that allow you to do what you love just a little longer.

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EP 215: Dr. Chad Nelsen - Celebrating Surfrider’s 40th anniversary, Life as CEO, Protecting our oceans and tackling coastal erosion, Partnering with WSL and WSL PURE, Living an ‘examined life,’ and the Power of surf activism

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Dr. Chad Nelsen, CEO of the Surfrider Foundation, joins us on The Lineup to discuss his role in protecting the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches. From Surfrider’s hometown of Laguna Beach, Dr. Nelsen shares insights on the foundation’s 40th anniversary, their network of 200+ chapters, and the complex evolution of environmental activism. We dive into real-world challenges—mangrove deforestation in Puerto Rico and coastal erosion on Hawaii’s North Shore—and discuss how the Surfrider Foundation combines legal and scientific strategies to tackle these issues. Dr. Nelsen also opens up about his journey, from growing up in a surfing family on Long Island to his lifelong commitment to ocean conservation. He reflects on the impact of climate change on coastlines and the need for public action, urging listeners to get involved in the fight for sustainable practices. We explore how surfing, though a niche sport, can drive environmental awareness and political influence. A key example is the Save Trestles campaign, which successfully halted plans for a six-lane toll road that would have cut through San Onofre State Beach, the Donna O'Neill Land Conservancy, sacred Native American sites, and threatened the San Mateo Creek Watershed. With partnerships with local communities, WSL and WSL PURE, as well as ambassadors like Carissa Moore, Dr. Cliff Kapono, and Greg Long, the Surfrider Foundation strives to inspire both surfers and non-surfers alike to make a difference. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Chad Nelsen and how joining a local Surfrider chapter can empower communities and spark positive change.

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EP 214: Joel Vaughan - Qualifying for the 2025 Championship Tour!, Being the first man to win SURFEST back-to-back, His brothers as sparring partners, Switching from Pyzel to DHD, and Metallica strictly being his pre-heat playlist

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

2025 Championship Tour qualifier and standout rookie Joel Vaughan joins The Lineup with Dave Prodan for an in-depth conversation. Joel dives into his exhilarating 2024 season, sharing the highs and lows of his journey to qualify for the Championship Tour in 2025. He reflects on the unforgettable moment at the Corona Saquarema Pro Presented by Banco do Brasil, when he realized the magnitude of his own qualification scenario, while celebrating his fellow Aussie rookie George Pittar securing his own spot on tour. Throughout the episode, Joel opens up about the unwavering support from his family—his dad, his brothers, and his shaper Darren Handley, along with his tight-knit Aussie surfing community. He reminisces about his early days at North Shelly Beach, NSW, the surfers who inspired him, and the path that led him to the world stage. Looking ahead, he shares his excitement for the 2025 season, the events he's most eager to compete in, and his off-season training plans as he prepares for the iconic season opener at Pipeline.

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Rewatch his qualification moment at the Corona Saquarema Pro Presented by Banco do Brasil.

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EP 213: Isabella Nichols Returns - Recapping her 2024 season, Requalifying for the 2025 Championship Tour, Pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, Her traumatizing experience at Sunset Beach, Plans for the off-season, and Surfing for DHD

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

2025 Championship Tour qualifier Isabella Nichols returns to the show. Following her debut in Episode 75, Isabella recaps her remarkable 2024 season, finishing #3 in the Challenger Series Rankings, and securing her requalification for the 2025 CT. She takes us through the highs and lows of her journey, reliving the intense emotions of the Corona Saquarema Pro Presented by Banco do Brasil, the nail-biting moments as the rankings shifted, and the mental resilience she built after being relegated to the Challenger Series. Isabella opens up about the challenges she faced entering the 2024 season, the pressure of watching her fate unfold from the beach in Saquarema, and how she maintained her focus and determination. She also looks ahead to 2025, sharing her thoughts on the updated tour schedule, the promising new rookies, and who she believes will be the top contenders to watch. Beyond surfing, Isabella dives into her passion for mechanical engineering and her efforts to inspire young students by speaking at schools about STEM opportunities. She reflects on how balancing her studies and professional surfing both supports and complicates her career. In a thrilling new segment, Scary Stories of the Sea presented by Kraken Rum, Isabella recounts a terrifying big-wave experience at Sunset, her offseason plans and working closely with renowned shaper Darren Handley.

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Relive the Corona Saquarema Pro Presented by Banco do Brasil, Oct 12 - 20.

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EP 212: Mikey February - His latest film Spearfish, Developing his Feb’s Fish Model with CI, Maldives event, Thought process behind his films, Upbringing in South Africa, His transition into free surfing from competition, Dad life, & Spearhead Unlimited

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Style master Mikey February joins us on the pod. Universally considered one of the most impactful surfers of his generation, Mikey dives into his unique approach to surfing and filmmaking, exploring projects like Sonic Souvenirs, Changing Tempo, and his latest collaboration with Channel Islands and his platform, Spearhead Unlimited, Spearfish. He shares insights into the creation of his new signature surfboard, Feb's Fish, and the history of the iconic fish design and its role in shaping modern surf culture. Mikey also reflects on his time competing on the World Tour and how transitioning to free surfing—with support from Vans—has opened up new creative avenues. We explore his South African roots, the vital role his parents played in his journey, and how his home, culture, and love for art and music inspire his work across the globe. Mikey opens up about fatherhood, the ways it has changed his perspective, and the excitement of welcoming a new child soon. He unveils a harrowing encounter in the water in our newest segment presented by Kraken Rum, Scary Stories of the Sea, before we wrap up with listener questions and The Lightning Round.

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Relive the Surf City El Salvador Longboard Championships, Oct 9 - 13.

Stay tuned to see who qualifies for the 2025 Championship Tour at the Corona Saquarema Pro Presented by Banco do Brasil, Oct 12 - 20.

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EP 211: Todd Glaser - A Life of Waves, His new book with Kelly Slater, Epic experiences documenting the G.O.A.T. around the world, Bodyboarding, Harrowing experiences in the water, and His fantasy surfer league with Free Nationals bassist, Kelsey González

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Prolific surf photographer Todd Glaser joins us in our latest episode of The Lineup. Renowned for his stunning oceanic imagery over the past two decades, Todd dives deep into his latest book, Kelly Slater: A Life of Waves. In conversation with Dave, Todd shares the journey of curating some of the most iconic images captured over fourteen years spent on the road with surfing legend Kelly Slater. He reveals his creative process for capturing those perfect shots and discusses the influences of iconic photographers like Steve Sherman and Danny Clinch, exploring how their techniques shape his work both in and out of the water. Todd also reflects on his beginnings as a competitive bodyboarder and how those early experiences ignited his passion for ocean photography, deepening his understanding of swells and bathymetry. He recounts his time at the Brooks Institute, where he connected with fellow creatives while balancing his love for travel and discovery with academic success. As he looks ahead post-book release, Todd teases an exciting potential documentary project and shares his newfound joy in running. He answers your listener questions, including one from Free Nationals bassist and friend of the pod, Kelsey González, reveals the winner of their Pipeline fantasy surfer league, and takes on the Lightning Round!

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Pre-order and purchase Kelly Slater: A Life of Waves here, available October 15!

Catch the from the EDP Ericeira Pro Presented By Estrella Galicia.

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EP 210: Camilla Kemp - Being the first woman surfer ever to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics in Teahupo’o, The Eisbach River, Dryrobe, Competing in the German Surfing Championships in Munich, and the Best apple strudel in Germany

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Dryrobe ambassador and the first female German surfer to ever qualify for the Olympics Camilla Kemp join us on the podcast. Calling in prior to the start of the EDP Ericeira Pro Presented By Estrella Galicia, Camilla talks to us about her competitive mindset for the year, confessing that while initially her goal was to compete in the Challenger Series in 2024, she opted not to do all the events this year in order to focus on preparing for the 2024 Paris Olympics in Teahupo’o, understanding how it important it was to her country and her team. She talks about the incredible support she has received from the German Federation, the team she and Tim Elter had around them, and the preparation they had to take in order to be ready to surf a wave like Teahupo’o. She talks about being a Dryrobe ambassador, and their dedication to telling her story through their film together, CAMILLA. She discusses her upbringing, having been born and raised in Portugal to Dutch and German parents, and the struggle of finding her identity. She reveals having once been in the circus, juggling and monocycling until she discovered surfing. Camilla and Dave muse over the unsuspectingly rich surfing culture in Germany, particularly in Munich, home of the Eisbach River, a popular surfing destination for locals and tourists alike. They discuss Camilla surfing in the German Surfing Championships to be held at the newly opened wave system in Munich, the 02 Surftown MUC from October 11 - 13, her involvement in the SWOX Empowerment Surf Retreat, and her goals moving ahead, before closing out the pod with Instagram Questions, revealing the best place to get an apple strudel in Germany, and the Lightning Round.

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Stay tuned for the EDP Ericeira Pro Presented By Estrella Galicia, Sep 29 - Oct 6.

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EP 209: Ben & Lukas Skinner - The father-son surfing team from England, Ben’s consistent title-contending performance, Lukas’ first Boardmasters win, Abu Dhabi, Their dryrobe partnership, Skindog Surfboards, and Why jam is always first on an English scone

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Dryrobe ambassadors, longboard title-contender and shaper of Skindog Surfboards Ben Skinner, and his son, QS campaigner, up-and-coming surfer, and 2023’s Rip Curl Grom Search International Champion Lukas Skinner join us on the podcast. Calling in from France and fresh from Lukas’ win at the Caraïbos Surf de Nuit Anglet presented by Rip Curl, the father and son surfing team discuss Lukas’ first proper year on the QS, their mentality towards his long road to qualification, and him being the first British male to win a Boardmasters event. Ben discusses shaping surfboards for himself and for Lukas with Skindog Surfboards, the support system they have around them, and Lukas making it a goal to get Skindog Surfboards on the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings. They rewind the clock on their upbringing, Ben being born in the island of Jersey, being a high-performing shortboarder at a young age, before switching to longboarding and winning every category in every major British longboard event by age 18. After Ben reveals how he used to keep warm in between sessions in the water by jumping into a warm bucket of water, they share how game changing it is having dryrobe as a sponsor, especially living in an area that can get so cold. Ben and Lukas look ahead to the Abu Dhabi Longboard Classic Presented By Modon, Ben’s excitement to compete in Abu Dhabi, and the unique challenges of competing in a wave pool. Lukas shares his excitement to compete in the Rip Curl Pro Anglet while in France and competing in his last pro Junior of the year. They wrap up the podcast by answering listener questions, explain why jam is always first on an English scone, and take turns quick-answering the Lightning Round.

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Catch Ben Skinner at the Abu Dhabi Longboard Classic Presented By Modon, Sep 27 - 29.

Stay tuned for the EDP Ericeira Pro Presented By Estrella Galicia, Sep 29 - Oct 6.

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EP 208: Chris Coté - Life as a multi-hyphenate media personality, Lexus WSL Finals, Forming TransWorld Surf Magazine, Producing films like High-5 and the TearDevils, His band SUNBENDR, and His podcast Monday M.A.S.S. with Todd Richards

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Multi-hyphenate and multi-talented action sports media personality and WSL commentator, Chris Coté, joins us on The Lineup podcast. Calling in from his own podcast HQ, Monday M.A.S.S. with Todd Richards, in San Diego, Chris and Dave dive into the Lexus WSL Finals and Chris’ experience being on the ground there. He relives being amidst the visceral energy emanating throughout the fans who flooded the beach cheering for their favorite surfers at Lowers, and describes it as among one of the most joyful of the WSL Finals we’ve had. He talks about growing up in San Diego, the pride he has seeing Caity Simmers take home the Title for California, and the exposure shaper Chris Borst is receiving from Caity riding his boards exclusively. He marvels at the craftsmanship of surfboards, calling them “functional pieces of art,” and showcases a Pyzel board he just picked up. Chris and Dave get into Chris’ upbringing in San Diego, being sponsored by Chris Borst as a surfer, and his pathway into becoming a professional surfer. He remembers his first encounter with localism in the water on one his first trips to Hawai’i as a pro, his transition into becoming an action sports media professional, at one point becoming the editor-in-chief of TransWorld Surf Magazine, to today getting to do what he calls the “best job in the world.” Chris opens up on his sobriety journey, how it has affected his work for better or worse, and how he manages to stay positive throughout his career. He and Dave muse over the films Chris has produced over the years like High-5 and the TearDevils trilogy, his band SUNBENDR, and his podcast Monday M.A.S.S. with Chris Coté & Todd Richards before he gets into questions from our Instagram community and The Lightning Round.

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Stay tuned for the EDP Ericeira Pro Presented By Estrella Galicia, Sep 29 - Oct 6

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EP 207: Mitchell Salazar - Breaking down the Lexus WSL Finals, John Florence cementing a significant dynasty with 3x World Titles, Caity becoming the youngest World Champion in WSL history, Italo’s incredible performance, 2025 Fantasy Snake Draft, & More

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns once again to wrap up an incredible event to crown this year's World Champions from the Lexus Finals. They discuss their winners and losers and John John Florence officially solidifying his dynasty by securing his third World Title and entering the realm of renowned surfers with at least 3x World Titles in Tom Curren, Gabe Medina, Mick Fanning, Andy Irons, Mark Richards, Kelly Slater, Layne Beachley, Carissa Moore, Stephanie Gilmore, and Layne Beachley, Frieda Zamba, Margo Oberg, and Wendy Botha. They also revel at Caity’s incredible performance and her securing her first World Title, officially becoming the youngest World Champion in WSL history. They talk about Italo’s rampaging run through the bracket, his dominating style of surfing, and how it played in his scoring. Things get heated and contentious after Dave and Mitch bring on a couple producers at the WSL to play a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings Fantasy Snake Draft game in the second segment. Finally, Dave and Mitch close the pod by answering your listener questions.

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Get caught up from the results of the Lexus WSL Finals.

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EP 206: Jake Howard - Surfer Mag’s relaunch of their print edition, His new role as Editor-In-Chief, His WSL Finals predictions, Background, Favorite Surfer Magazine covers, and Significant moments that shaped surfing history

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Renowned writer, surf journalist, and Editor-in-Chief of Surfer Magazine, Jake Howard, joins The Lineup. As one of the “premier subject matter experts in the field today,” according to Sports Illustrated, Jake shares his thoughts on the Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles. He and Dave mull over the matchups between the Final 5, which seed would be most advantageous, and just how fast that day goes. They reflect on the periodic generational progression on both the men’s and women’s side of surfing, who they end up seeing having to face John John Florence and Caity Simmers in the Title matches, and share their predictions for this year’s World Champions when it’s all said and done. Jake rewinds the clock to his humble beginnings working for Surfline, recording the surf reports for 976-SURF in the late 90’s, his career trajectory, to his new role now as the editor-In-chief of the bible of surfing. They discuss the relaunch of Surfer Magazine’s print edition after nearly five years in hiatus, how they chose Kelly Slater for the cover, and both Kelly and Carissa Moore writing articles for this issue. Jake answers our listener’s Instagram questions, shares his favorite magazine covers, significant moments that shaped surf history, and what gets him in the mood to write, before closing up the book with his answers to The Lightning Round.

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Be sure to check out the latest edition of Surfer Magazine.

Catch the Final 5 battle it out in the water for the World Title at the Lexus WSL Finals, Sep 6 - 14.

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EP 205: Mitchell Salazar - Post-Fiji recap, Winners & Losers, WSL Final 5, Matt Biolos... the 2024 CT Shaper of the Year, and Listener Questions

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns to break down the final event of the CT season, the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy. They discuss their winners and losers, look ahead to the Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles, and officially crown Matt Biolos the 2024 CT Shaper of the Year.

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Stay tuned to see who will become this year’s World Champion at the Lexus WSL Finals, Sep 6 - 14.

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EP 204: ON THE ROAD w/ Stace Galbraith - Insights from the 2024 Corona Fiji Pro Presented by Bonsoy, Hosting Tavarua TV, The GOAT’s arrival, and His picks to win the event

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and surf coach Stace Galbraith joins us on The Lineup to talk about the 2024 Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy. Straight from the ground, the On The Road audio-only format aims to bring you quicker, deeper and better insight by checking in with our commentators and experts on-site at our various WSL events and airing these episodes as quickly as possible. These are the stories, the background, and the behind-the-scenes from those closest to the action on the ground. In our second installment of The Lineup On The Road series, Stace illustrates the glorious environment of Fiji and the relaxed, but high vibes from the surfers. He teases when we can expect to run, chats about hosting Tavarua TV during the off days, and joining the surfers for the “Tavarua Olympics.” He and Dave dive into the gritty competition details, talk about who’s on and off the island, Kelly’s arrival and anticipated performance since his wildcard appearance in Tahiti, and compare Gabriel Medina to Ozzie Wright in Seven Days, Seven Slaves surfing one foot Macaroni’s. They discuss the boards being tested out in the line up and close out the pod with Stace’s picks to win the event. Be sure to watch the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy on worldsurfleague.com and the WSL app!

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Be sure to watch the Final 5 deciding event, the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy, Aug 20 - 29.

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EP 203: Dave Wassel - Life as a North Shore lifeguard, Holding his peers in the highest regard, What it means to be a “waterman,” His insane wave in Fiji 2012, Upbringing, Heroes, YETI, and his stoke for Fiji being back on tour

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

North Shore lifeguard and former big wave charger, Dave Wassel, joins us on The Lineup podcast. He describes life as a lifeguard and being part of the North Shore Lifeguard Association. He holds his peers in high esteem, praising their dedication, commitment, and selflessness to jump into action at one of the most treacherous and deadliest waves in the world to save people’s lives. He and Dave talk about the rigorous training one must endure to become a lifeguard on the North Shore, and the vetting process, not only by other lifeguards, but by the community itself. Dave Prodan recalls meeting Dave Wassel for the first time and reminisces about Wassel’s insane wave in the Code Green Swell of the Volcom Fiji Pro of 2012. They reflect back on Wassel’s upbringing, how he got into surfing, lifeguarding, and the heroes he looked up to along the way. Wassel tells the story about how he initially got involved with YETI, how he still has his first ever YETI cooler he’s ever bought, taking pride in the lasting products and the lasting relationships he’s developed from being involved with YETI over the years. Prodan and Wassel look ahead to the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy, breaking down the differences between the main surf spots, Restaurants and Cloudbreak. Wassel shares his stoke for the women’s progression and how excited he is watching the women on tour push the limits of surfing. He rounds out the pod by giving his best advice, answering listener questions, and the Lightning Round.

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Catch the best surfers in the world return to Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy, Aug 20 - 29.

Watch the best moments from Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico.

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EP 202: Ross Garrett - The origins and innovations of Surfline, New features and Smart Cams on Surfline Premium+, the Importance of discovery and commitment to the “thing” as core values, Ross’ humble beginnings to becoming CEO, Mentors that paved the way

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Surfline CEO Ross Garrett joins us on The Lineup. Calling in from Nicaragua, Ross checks in with Dave to discuss his role as CEO of Surfline, what they are doing to turbo charge their product and service, and how they can refine the bleeding edge of performance. Ross highlights the ethos of discovery at Surfline and why they do what they do. He talks about the importance of staying connected to the “thing,” always making sure to take time to get in the water and surf, and reminds us of Surfline’s humble beginnings as a 1-900 hotline to having a vast network of cameras all over the globe. He reflects on his own beginnings, cutting his teeth working at Surfer Magazine under Sam George, and his own personal mission to leave surfing better than he found it. He and Dave discuss having and being mentors, remembering the innovators that paved the way, like Surfline Founder Sean Collins, and the voices of surfing today before closing up the pod, answering questions from the Instagram community and our famous Lightning Round.

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EP 201: Gerry Lopez & Peter McCabe - Untold stories from G-Land, Pioneering surfing its mythical breaks, “Blue Angels,” G-Land Surf Camp, Peter’s appearance in North Shore, and the Surfers today pushing the caliber of surfing

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Elder Gods, surfing icons, and early pioneers of the mythical Grajagan, Gerry Lopez and Peter McCabe join us on the The Lineup! Gerry and Peter reminisce on their extended trips to Indonesia that earned them international reputation and fame for their tube riding, crossover surfing, and fearlessness at its virtually perfect waves. They reveal untold stories from East Java, their earliest memories of surfing G-Land, and becoming regulars at the world’s first surf camp there developed by Mike Boyum, G-Land Surf Camp. They discuss surfing for eight to ten hours at a time and eating one meal a day, only after finally coming in from a surf. They reflect on their best memories performing “Blue Angels,” what they called their surfing when they performed crossovers and rode in the tube without ever colliding with each other as they surfed the same wave. They look back on Peter’s history, how he got his start and his competitive stint in surfing, and their appearances in various films throughout their career. They wrap up the conversation astonished by the caliber of surfing today, amazed by its progression since they started, answering listener questions, and giving Peter his first go with the Lightning Round.

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EP 200: John John Florence - His one main focus entering 2024, His first Finals appearance and Chances at a third World Title, Repping the USA in Tahiti, Dad life, the Family business of Florence Marine X, YETI, and His 2024 Pyzel quiver breakdown

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

2x World Champion, current World No. 1, Tahiti-bound for USA, new Dad, Founder of Florence Marine X, and YETI ambassador John John Florence drops in on The Lineup to celebrate the 200th episode of the podcast! Dave and John also dive into his mind-blowing performances this year that has led him to the current World No. 1 position on the rankings heading into Fiji and locking his seat at the Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles for a chance at a third World Title. He talks about his mindset entering 2024 and the ups and downs of the competitive surfing life. He reflects on how he went from not being too sure if he was going to compete this year and having “one foot in, one foot out” the past few years to being fully committed heading into 2024. He explains how he is investing in himself, giving surfing the respect he feels it deserves as a competitor, and traveling with his crew to ensure he’s giving it his very best. He talks about representing the USA in Tahiti this year and his mindset going into Teahupo’o. He illustrates his life as a father and how that affected his headspace in competition. He opens up about the importance of support, being the best version of himself for his son, and his family being the most important thing in his life. He discusses bringing his brothers into the family business of Florence Marine X, working with brands like YETI and with long-time shaper Jon Pyzel, before wrapping up the pod with Instagram questions and a second run at the Lightning Round.

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EP 199: Kai Lenny - Life of Kai Season 4, Helmets saving his life, the Importance of mental health, His most bizarre concussion, the Pioneers that paved the way, the Next generation pushing the needle, Fatherhood, and the Confidence of champions

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

8x World SUP Champion, inspired windsurfer, kitesurfer, foiler, big wave surfer, waterman, and Red Bull athlete, Kai Lenny, joins us on the pod. After at least a 16 hour flight with his two-year-old twin toddlers, and a pit stop in LA to accept the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award on behalf of the Maui community at the ESPYs, Kai joins the Lineup with Dave to discuss season 4 of his biopic with Red Bull, Life of Kai. He explains his strongest gut feeling he’s ever had to wear a helmet at Pipe, the very same helmet that ended up saving his life earlier this year. Kai dives deeper into his injuries, the importance of taking tabs on your mental health, and one of the most bizarre micro concussions he’s ever experienced after a wipeout at Jaws in 2018. He and Dave muse over the big wave pioneers, like Shane Dorian, Ian Walsh, and Laird Hamilton, and how their contributions to the sport helped pave the road for the next generation to become even better than their predecessors. He also talks about how being a father makes him more calculated about when he decides to paddle out into big waves, the importance of confidence, and how that is the true talent of every champion in every sport. He reflects back on how exciting it was to be on the ground at Trestles for the WSL Finals in 2023, watching the best surfers in the world compete for the Title, and how stoked he is on the next generation of young girls, like Erin Brooks, Sierra Kerr, Molly Picklum and Caity Simmers charging waves of consequence. Kai argues that best big wave surfers in the world are often great small waves surfers and proposes that Jaws be included as a floating event on the CT before he closes the pod by answering listener questions and the Lightning Round.

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EP 198: Lauren Spalding - Competitive kayaking and What it’s like doing channel crossings in Hawai’i for fun, Qualifying for the 2004 Olympics, the Addiction to the burn of going the distance and coming across, Rodeo mom life, and Working with YETI

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Competitive kayaking champion, 2004 Olympian, rodeo mom, and YETI ambassador Lauren Spalding joins us on the podcast. Lauren and Dave discuss her recent bout in the 2024 Kaiwi Solo Challenge, a competitive paddle crossing of the Kaiwi Channel, the treacherous body of water that separates the islands of Moloka’i and O’ahu. Lauren describes the series of events that landed her a second place finish in her division, how she gets her drive to continue competing, and the addiction she has to the burn of going the distance. She reflects on her upbringing, her early years on a canoe, and her father’s influence in her life as a paddler, recounting memories of being mesmerized by her surroundings and appreciating the priceless experiences she’s been able to have. She talks about working with YETI and the relationships she’s built with other ambassadors like musician and fly-fisher J.T. Van Zandt, and details her viscerally excruciating experience padding the Texas Water Safari with him. Lauren recounts her training and qualifying for the 2004 Olympics in Greece, the organized chaos of life as a rodeo mom, and proudly talks about how the resilient community of Maui have come together to rebuild since the tragic fires of 2023. She and Dave wrap it all up by answering Instagram questions from our listeners and the rapid-fire Lightning Round.

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EP 197: Mitchell Salazar - Recapping Rio, Winners & Losers of the event, Italo’s dominance, The “Women’s Youth Brigade,” Vissla CT Shaper Rankings Update, and Listener Questions

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the VIVO Rio Pro Presented By Corona. While still on the ground in Rio, Mitch joins Dave on the The Lineup to break down the event. They discuss their winners and losers, Italo’s dominance throughout the event, the showcasing of the young women on tour, and Jordy Smith still being a World Title contender in his 17th year on tour. Mitch and Dave give us the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update, all but declaring Matt Biolos and the …Lost team riders a shoo-in for the Shaping World Title. They discuss the odds and ends of the event, answer listener questions, and look ahead to the Ballito Challenger Series event.

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RE-AIR: Joao Chianca - His debut at the Billabong Pro Pipeline, A massive North Shore winter, The year that changed everything, The road to the Championship Tour, Performing at Pipe, His surfing family, and Big goals for his rookie year

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

This week, we are re-airing our episode from 2022 with then rookie standout, Joao Chianca. Championship Tour rookie Joao Chianca joins the podcast to talk about making his debut at the Billabong Pro Pipeline. He recaps his huge winter on the North Shore, enjoying an amazing run of swell, staying at the Volcom house for the first time, and competing in his first career event. He breaks down how he prepared for Pipeline, how he took a short break to recharge for the season, and how different it is surfing in heats with one other person versus free surfing with hundreds of people in the lineup. He looks back at his road to the CT, growing up in Saquarema with his big wave surfing brother Lucas Chianca, idolizing Gabriel Medina and Adriano de Souza, competing and traveling the Qualifying Series with Samuel Pupo and Mateus Herdy, and his life-changing 2019 that eventually led to qualifying for the tour at Haleiwa last year. Joao also touches on making the switch to riding Channel Islands boards, the challenges of competing at places he’s never surfed before, and his big goals for his rookie year.

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EP 196: Mitchell Salazar - Unwrapping Punta Roca, Winners & Losers, John John’s demonstrable versatility in all waves, …Lost Surfboard’s phenomenal lead in the Rankings, Listener Questions, and His highly acclaimed wave at La Bocana

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns to The Lineup to share his insights from the ground in El Salvador. Fresh after finishing in the first half of the window for the first time at an event this year, Mitch returns to podcast with Dave to break down what Punta Roca was all about - the endless point break waves on tap throughout the event resulting in spectacular surfing by the world’s best. They laud John John’s demonstrable versatility, skill, and prowess in all waves after taking the win in El Salvador, Yago’s ascension, Caroline Marks defending her Title, and the surfers who are stepping up after seeing several surfers step away from tour. They analyze …Lost Surfboard’s incredible lead in the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, what other programs and board builders must do if they hope for a shot at the “Shaping World Title” in 2024, and the types of boards and fins ridden in Punta Roca. They run through Listener Questions, give the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings Update, and discuss Mitch’s highly acclaimed wave at La Bocana.

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EP 195: Liam O’Brien - His new film with Yago Dora and Matt McGillivray, El Paraíso, The hunger for the winning feeling, Developing boards with Shaper, Darren Handley, and Getting barrelled in Fiji being at the top of the list

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Australia’s very own, Liam O’Brien, joins us on the pod. Liam talks about growing up in Australia and shares his stoke on Snapper returning to the CT in 2025. He reflects on being a young grom, going down to the coast to get pro surfers like Jordy Smith’s autograph, and how crazy it is to look back to now competing against the very same surfers he admires. He describes traveling on the tour, the undeniable intimidation factor at waves like Pipe, and how that fear turns into a desire to overcome the challenge. He and Dave discuss his new film with Yago Dora and Matt McGillivrary, El Paraíso, experiencing the culture and waves throughout the country, and how there is really no shortage of waves in El Salvador. Liam chats about his time working with Darren Handley at the DHD warehouse, stickering Mick’s boards, and his journey to the CT. They muse on his board selection over the next few events, which event he’s looking forward to getting barrelled at most, answer listener questions, and get his take on The Lightning Round.

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EP 194: Mitchell Salazar - Unpacking the historic events from Tahiti, The best women’s heat EVER?, Tati’s 10, Vahine’s first CT win as a Wildcard, Powerful performances from both the men and women, The Shaper Rankings update, and Instagram Fan Questions

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the historic event of the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro Presented By Outerknown. Mitch and Dave rave over the pristine conditions at Teahupo’o and the level of performance that followed, Tati’s insane 10-point ride, Brisa’s consistent performance throughout the event, and Vahine representing the Tahitian community with her Wildcard win at home. They discuss the incredible performances on the men’s side, Gabriel making scoring excellent rides look easy, John John’s relaxed comfort at this size in Tahiti, and Ramzi proving he belongs at this level of competition. They muse over the current Vissla CT Shaper Rankings post-Tahiti, reveal their predictions for El Salvador, and round out the pod by answering listener questions.

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Catch the world’s best surfers surf the same swell that hit Tahiti in the Surf City El Salvador Pro Presented By Corona, June 6 - 15.

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EP 193: ON THE ROAD w/ Kaipo Guerrero - The vibes on the ground in Tahiti, Anticipation for a significant swell on the way, Day 1 insight, The mythology and history of Teahupo’o, Standouts of the event, and Kaipo’s favorites to win the comp

Tue, 28 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Commentator Kaipo Guerrero joins the podcast to give the stories from the ground in Tahiti. The On The Road audio-only format aims to bring you quicker, deeper and better insight by checking in with our commentators and experts on-site at our various WSL events and airing these episodes as quickly as possible. These are the stories, the background, and the behind-the-scenes from the mouths of those closest to the action on the ground. In today’s episode, Kaipo talks to us about the anticipation for a significant upcoming swell en route for Teahupo’o, the fearless performances from the younger athletes in the draw, and the unparalleled experience by the veterans who have competed at this renowned location for years. Kaipo and Dave reflect on Tahitian history, Kaipo’s early experiences with the wave, and how it has changed over the years. They dive into the danger of this wave, the growing importance of wearing helmets in waves of consequences, and Kaipo’s favorites currently in the competition. Be sure to catch all the action on worldsurfleague.com and the WSL App.

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Stay tuned to the action at the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro Presented By Outerknown, May 27 - 31.

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EP 192: Johanne Defay - Her incredible 2024 CT season, Her mentality heading into the rest of the season and the Olympic Games Paris 2024, Putting time in Tahiti, Joining Team Samsung Galaxy and featuring in their new surf doc, The Next Wave

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

France’s very own Johanne Defay is back on The Lineup podcast. Johanne talks about the incredible start to her 2024 CT season in comparison to her 2023 season. She discusses her mentality and her training in preparation for the rest of the year as well as for Tahiti and the Olympic Games. Johanne gets candid about how much Teahupo’o frightens her and how imperative it is to put in your time there to be successful. She and Dave dive into her partnership with Samsung, the film they worked on together, and why she wanted to work with them. Johanne discusses the Tour, how it has changed for her over the years, what she likes and doesn’t like about it, and how she is managing being the surfer’s rep this year. They round out the conversation by looking ahead to what’s next for Johanne, her taking business school online, and her love of competing. They finish the podcast answering listener questions and the quick-answer Lightning Round.

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Stay tuned for the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro Presented by Outerknown, May 22 - May 31.

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EP 191: Jack Robinson - Signing to Team Samsung Galaxy, featuring in their new surf doc, The Next Wave, Fatherhood, The 2024 WSL CT season and the Olympic Games Paris 2024, The importance of breathwork, Working with both Arakawa and Sharp Eye Surfboards

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Welcome back four-time repeater guest, Jack Robinson, to The Lineup! Dave and Jack jump into the biggest changes since his last appearance, having a baby boy, how fatherhood affects him as a competitor and otherwise, and how he manages his time now. Jack talks about working with both Arakawa and Sharp Eye surfboards and the trust built over the years to be able to switch between boards. Jack recaps his early season win at Sunset this year, and his mindset heading into the 2024 CT Season. He and Dave dive into his partnership with Samsung and his decision to join Team Samsung Galaxy. They discuss the surf documentary that Jack is featured heavily in and Samsung is producing, designed to spotlight and celebrate surfing and the surfing community on the Road to Paris 2024. They reflect on the importance of openness and being a global citizen and how that has helped him as a competitor all across the globe. They close on what’s next for Jack, touching on surfing Cloudbreak later in the year and the WSL Finals, before answering instagram questions and the infamous Lightning Round.

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Catch Jack return to Teahupo’o for back-to-back titles at the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro Presented by Outerknown, May 22 - May 31.

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EP 190: Dean “Dingo” Morrison - Surfing the FISHER and Friends heat at Snapper, Fatherhood, Competing against Mick and Parko, Overcoming addiction, How Rabbit changed his life, and Paying it forward with his company Youthh

Tue, 07 May 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Cooly Kid and 2003 Quicksilver Gold Coast Pro Champ, Dean “Dingo” Morrison, joins us on the pod. Dingo unwraps his celebrated heat with FISHER and friends at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM, what it’s like competing against high-level surfers and World Champs, and Snapper’s return to the Championship Tour. They unwind the clock, discussing Dingo’s upbringing and tumultuous childhood, how Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew took him under his wing and changed the course of his life, how he dealt with the limelight and imposter syndrome as an one of the ascending “Cooly Kids” alongside Mick Fanning and Joel Parkinson, and his own bout with addiction. He talks about his healing, how Mick was there for him during his time of need, and how he pays it forward with his own brand Youthh. Dingo discusses being the first Maori surfer on tour and reconnecting back to his roots before answering Instagram questions and closing out the pod with The Lightning Round.

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Catch up on Finals Day from the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM.

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EP 189: Wayne ‘Rabbit’ Bartholomew - Snapper’s return to the CT in 2025, Standouts from the event, Coolangatta as a World Champ breeding ground, Calling the World Champions heat, and Bugs’ bold predictions for World Champs

Wed, 01 May 2024 23:17:09 -0000

1978 World Champion, WSL Commentator, and one of the Founders of the ASP/WSL, Wayne "Rabbit" Bartholomew joins us for the inaugural episode of The Lineup podcast’s, On The Road Series. The On The Road audio-only format aims to bring you quicker, deeper and better insight by checking in with our commentators and experts on-site at our various WSL events, and airing these episodes as quickly as possible. These are the stories, the background, and behind-the-scenes from the mouths of those closest to the action on the ground. In today's episode, Bugs and Dave chat about the Challenger Series season opener, the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM, standouts of the event so far, and how the wave at Snapper brings out the best in everyone’s surfing. They talk about the region of Coolangatta as one of the most potent real world experiments as a World Champion breeding ground, with the location being a home to elite surfers like WSL’s first World Champion, Peter Townend, Chelsea Hedges, Stephanie Gilmore, Mick Fanning, and world-renowned shapers like Darren Handley and Jason Stevenson. They discuss the area and history of the Tweed River Sand Bypass and how Australia is pushing for legislation to protect its surf zones and surf breaks. Dave and Rabbit dive even deeper by discussing Bugs' autobiography, Bustin’ Down the Door, and the incredible documentary of the same name, and how the surfer’s of his generation influenced the progression of our high-octane modern day competitive surfing. Dave and Bugs bring it all together by coming back to Snapper and its integration back into the Championship Tour in 2025, the mindset of battle-hardened surfers relegated to the CS vs the momentum of the up-and-coming regional qualifiers, and calling the World Champions heat between ‘99 World Champ Mark Occhilupo, 2012 World Champ Joel Parkinson, 3x World Champ Mick Fanning, 8x World Champ Stephanie Gilmore, and 11x World Champ Kelly Slater. Finally, they close out the pod by discussing what boards the surfers have been riding, fins being the last frontier, and Bugs’ bold predictions for the men’s and women’s World Champion this year.

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EP 188: Mitchell Salazar - Recapping the Western Australia Margaret River Pro, Conditions for an epic finals day, JJF defying the laws of physics, Gabby’s maiden CT win, Fin talk, The Cut, Event winners and losers, and The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back again to recap the Western Australia Margaret River Pro. Mitch and Dave discuss the long-awaited matchup of John John Florence and Jack Robinson, John’s incredible 10-point ride, and Gabriela Bryan’s maiden CT win. They revel at the performances all around, from rookie Sawyer Lindblad and Wildcard George Pittar, to tour veterans vying for their spot in the back half of the season. They choose their biggest winners and losers from WA, answer fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and give an update on the 2024 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 187: Gerry Lopez & Pamela Levine - The intersection of Yoga and Surfing, Their new partnership with Manduka, Pamela’s focus as CEO of Manduka, Solving the climate crisis through Yoga, Where to start practicing Yoga, and Relearning to love surfing again

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

Elder God, surfing icon, two-time Pipeline champion, and lifelong yogi Gerry Lopez and Manduka’s CEO Pamela Levine join the pod to discuss their new partnership. Gerry opens up the pod by discussing his “re-falling in love” with surfing, how he has strayed from surfing to pursue other disciplines, and how he always comes back to surfing. He explains how the path of yoga and surfing are one in the same, and reflect on the evolution of health and wellness has evolved through his years as a professional surfer. Gerry is joined by Manduka’s CEO Pamela Levine who touches on the evolution of her career, from starting at brands like Quiksilver, Roxy and Dakine to becoming the CEO of the leading brand of yoga and yoga accessories. She discusses her partnership with Gerry Lopez, how she hopes to affect change as CEO within her company and within the yogi community, and advises on the best ways people can start yoga. Gerry closes out the pod by answering what’s next for him, providing guidance for living a life of substance, health, and meaning, answering Instagram Fan questions, and takes on the Lightning Round for the second time.

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Stay tuned for the Western Australia Margaret River Pro, Apr 11 - 21.

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EP 186: Mitchell Salazar - Recapping the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Pres by Corona, Cole Houshmand’s historic win at Bells, Johanne Defay’s incredible performance, Event winners and losers, and The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back again to recap the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Presented by Bonsoy. Mitch and Dave marvel at the performances of the finalists all around, the historic win of Cole Houshmand as a goofy-footed Rookie at Bells, and Caity Simmers’ clutch performance. They choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s longest running event in Bells Beach, answer fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and give an update on the 2024 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 185: Mitchell Salazar - Recapping the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal Pres by Corona, Johanne Defay’s first European win, An almost all Cola Bros event Final, Event winners and losers, and The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal Presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave react to the event’s biggest storylines - the top seeds on the women’s side falling to the wayside while tour veterans make the Finals, the rise of the Colapinto brothers, and Johanne’s first European CT win. They discuss Medina having his best result of the year while the rest of the Brazilian crew on the men’s side struggled to make it past the Round of 32. They choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s third event in Portugal, answer fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and give an update on the 2024 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 184: Raheem Mostert - His record-breaking year as running back for the Miami Dolphins, Surfing the “shark bite capital of the world,” Getting invited to the Surf Ranch by Kelly, His podcast Relentlessly Motivated, and His funniest Mike McDaniels story

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:01:00 -0000

NFL star running back for the Miami Dolphins, Raheem Mostert, joins us on the pod. Raheem and Dave discuss life in the offseason, his plans to spend more time with his family, and relish the “true dad” moments with his kids. Raheem reflects on his journey as an undrafted rookie to a record-breaking seasoned pro in his tenth year in the league. He talks about growing up surfing in the shark-infested waters of New Smyrna Beach, being offered a contract by Billabong as a young grom, and deferring his career as a pro surfer to be the first in his family to graduate from college and pursue a career in the NFL. Raheem and Dave discuss the intersection of surfing and football, drawing parallels between the two pursuits that demand balance and commitment. Finally, Raheem answers Instagram questions, shares his funniest Mike McDaniels story, and reveals the toughest linebacker he’s faced before blitzing the Lightning Round.

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RE-AIR: Molly Picklum - Her breakout season, The talented new generation of women on tour, Reaching World No. 1 for the first time, Overcoming the Mid-season Cut, Viral surf video parts, and Honoring inspiring female athletes in Portugal

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:01:00 -0000

This week, we are re-airing our episode from 2023 with CT standout, Molly Picklum. The Championship Tour’s current World No. 1 surfer and Rip Curl athlete Molly Picklum joins the pod for a special Women’s History Month episode to talk about her breakout season. She describes her confident mindset entering each event, her first impressions of Portugal, and what it’s been like sitting atop the rankings and capturing the yellow leader jersey for the first time in her career. She discusses her road to the tour, her entry into surfing, the strong surfing town she grew up in, how working with coach Glenn Hall has changed her approach, her relationship with Rip Curl, and how making the Challenger Series coming out of Australia is so difficult. Molly also touches on her video part that blew up in Postcards from Morgs, overcoming the Mid-season Cut last year, learning to trust herself, the uber-talented young generation of women on tour, and the woman she chose to honor for International Women’s Day.

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EP 183: Mitchell Salazar - Recapping the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach, Molly Picklum’s dominance, Dark horse performances, Are the American rookies and Brazilians in trouble?, Event winners and losers, and The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach. Mitch and Dave react to the event’s biggest storylines - Picklum, Sakura Johnson, and the young surfers on the women’s tour continuing to surge, Aussies dominating, and dark horses like Jordy Smith and Brisa Hennessy showing up big. They discuss whether the Brazilians on tour are in trouble, what’s up with the much-heralded American Rookies, and what boards looked best at Sunset. They also choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s second event, answer fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and give an update on the 2024 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 182: Gabriela Bryan - An inspiring Pipe contest, Preparing for “her spot” Sunset Beach, The road from Kauai to the CT, Her crew on tour, Carissa Moore, Goals for 2024 and beyond, and Naming all her surfboards.

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Hawaiian Championship Tour surfer Gabriela Bryan joins the pod between Pipe and Sunset. She talks about training for Pipeline, getting reps and learning the lineup, and the unforgettable, inspiring Finals Day at the Lexus Pipe Pro. She explains her real connection with “her spot” Sunset Beach, how it fits her surfing, and what to expect from the competition. She breaks down her road from the tight-knit community on Kauai to the Championship Tour, her support system, her crew on tour, the changing of the guard, and her goals for 2024 and beyond. Gabby also touches on the absence of Carissa Moore, surfing Nias, Indonesia, and naming all her surfboards.

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EP 181: Mitchell Salazar - Reliving the Pipe Pro, A WILD Finals Day, One of the best days of women’s surfing ever, Reactions and recaps, Winners and losers, Athlete updates, and The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Lexus Pipe Pro presented by YETI. Mitch and Dave react to the unforgettable Finals Day, relive one of the best days in women’s tour history, break down the top highlights, discuss the two first-time Pipe champions, and choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s season opener. They answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag and give an update on the 2024 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 180: Leonardo Fioravanti - The Pipe Pro, Respecting Pipeline, His history with the North Shore, His “welcome to the tour” moment, European surfing, Switching sponsors, and Being part of the Young Guns program

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer and Olympian Leonardo Fioravanti joins the pod this week to talk about the upcoming season. Fresh of his opening round win at the Pipe Pro, Leo details his approach to the wave, his healthy respect for it, confidence and commitment, and his long history with the North Shore. He shares his path to the tour, growing up in a non-surfing family, being part of the Young Guns program with Jack Robinson and Kanoa Igarashi, succeeding in QS and Prime events before getting crushed in his first run on the CT. Leo also touches on the reputation of European surfers, the next European grom to watch out for, how Jeremy Flores inspires him, his comfort with constant travel, and his career-changing switch from Quiksilver to KWay.

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EP 179: Cole Houshmand - His rookie season preview, Starting the tour at Pipeline, Wild hairstyles, Supporting the “2-Percent Crew,” Winning the Challenger Series, 2024 Goals, and New school power surfing on the Championship Tour

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:01:00 -0000

2024 Championship Tour rookie and Challenger Series winner Cole Houshmand joins the podcast. He opens up by talking about his first event on tour, the Lexus Pipe Pro pres by YETI. He breaks down his approach to training in the intense lineup, his time logged out at Pipe, the forecast, and the shock of starting at such a challenging location. He previews his rookie season, working with coach Luke Egan, focusing on Sunset Beach, switching to Mayhem boards, and how many boards he brought to Hawaii. He shares his origin story, growing up as a multi-sport athlete, winning two events on the Challenger Series, and joining up with the “2-Percent Crew” of San Clemente surfers and supporting each other as as they rose through the ranks. Cole also touches on his wild hairstyles, new school power surfing, the power of journaling, and his first Pipe matchup.

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EP 178: Mitchell Salazar - The 2024 Tour is here, Impact rookies, The newest World Junior Champions, Young talent coming up the ranks, and Predictions for the Vissla Shaper Rankings

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:01:00 -0000

With the Championship Tour season opener at Pipeline less than a week away, Mitchell Salazar joins the pod to kick off 2024. He and Dave first break down the recent SAMBAZON World Junior Championships presented by Best Western, discuss the breakthrough performances by budding stars Jett Schilling and Sierra Kerr, and look forward to the young surfers who could make an impact on both the Challenger Series and the Championship Tour this year. They then dive into the Vissla Shaper Rankings, recap last year’s standings, talk Matt Biolos and Mayhem Surfboards’ big win, and make predictions for the 2024 competition. They wrap up with some instagram questions about cold water surfing, rookie surprises, and more.

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EP 177: Dan Malloy - Stories from a career in surfing, filmmaking, farming, and beyond, Competing with Kelly Slater & Shane Dorian, His educational farm, Making films with Taylor Steele, Bodysurfing at Pipeline, and Working with YETI

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:01:00 -0000

This week we’re joined by multi-hyphenate YETI ambassador Dan Malloy. The surfer, filmmaker, farmer, and all-around waterman talks about the many facets of his career, from competing as a young surfer with Kelly Slater, Shane Dorian, and his brothers Chris and Keith, to making films with Taylor Steele, to traveling to waves all over the globe. He shares the story of his entry to surfing in Ojai, California, his initial inspiration to surf, how he developed such diverse interests, his newest passion of running an educational farm with his family, and his work with YETI, its gear, and its unique crew of people. Dan also touches on the importance of getting outside, access and respect in surfing, and bodysurfing perfect Pipeline.

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EP 176: Hunter Jones - Surfing in Iceland, Free surfing and filmmaking with Body Glove, Working with Laird Hamilton, Future goals and destinations, and BIG 2024 Championship Tour predictions

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Body Glove surfer Hunter Jones returns to the podcast. He talks about his recent surf trip to Iceland with Jesse Mendes, Dane Anderson, and the Body Glove team, what it’s like to surf in snow and 40 degree water, exploring the country and its waves for 12 days, and the life of a free surfer and filmmaker. After nailing his Championship Tour predictions last time on the pod, Hunter makes some bold picks for the 2024 season, including Shaper of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and of course, the World Champions. He also touches on his dream film to make, testing out twin fins, what he’s up to next, and working with one of his biggest childhood inspirations Laird Hamilton.

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EP 175: Nolan Rapoza - His season on the Challenger Series, Qualification goals, Long Beach’s under-the-radar surf scene, Surfing’s three-tier system, North Shore plans, and A decade working with Body Glove

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Challenger Series surfer and Body Glove athlete Nolan Rapoza joins the pod. He talks about his strong season, coming close to qualifying for the Championship Tour, the relief of requalifying for the Challenger Series, actually getting an offseason, and his thoughts on surfing’s three-tier system. He takes us through his career, coming out of the under-the-radar surf scene in Long Beach, California, thriving under pressure, working with Body Glove for a decade, making his film Embers, and blurring the lines between contest surfer and free surfer. Nolan also touches on his winter plans on the North Shore, goals for 2024, and his mindset in regional events.

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EP 174: Ashton Goggans Returns - Adventures in Morocco and Tahiti filming “No Contest,” Highlighting unexpected places, The importance of access in surf media, How Surfers Get Paid, The right tone for criticism, and The latest from Stab

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Stab editor-at-large and producer Ashton Goggans joins the three-timers club and returns to The Lineup to talk about everything he’s been up to lately. He starts by discussing the new season of No Contest: Off Tour, the interesting surfers and unexpected places it highlights and getting to film, surf, and meet the locals in Morocco, Tahiti, and beyond. He discusses his role at Stab, the importance of access, making memorable content that lasts, their illuminating series How Surfers Get Paid, and finding the right tone for criticism. Ashton also touches on living in the North Shore surf mecca, the proposed new judging tower in Tahiti, the new Electric Acid Surfboard Test with Shaun Manners, the compendium of surf history and stoke he is building, what a No Contest Residency with Thermal would look like, and what Championship Tour surfer he’d have the best chance against.

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EP 173: Tom Lowe - His nearly fatal injury at Teahupo’o, The different chapters of a career in Big Wave surfing, Charging Mullaghmore, Nazaré, Jaws, and more, Having a family while surfing heavy waves, Starting out in the UK, and His new film with YETI

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:01:00 -0000

World-renowned Big Wave charger and YETI athlete Tom Lowe joins The Lineup to talk about his career in extreme surf. He discusses his journey to surfing from growing up in Cornwall, UK, moving to Ireland and surfing Mullaghmore, the different chapters of his life in Big Wave, and what surfers he likes watching in heavy surf. He opens up about how having kids has affected his outlook on big waves, his never-ending froth, his near-fatal injury at Teahupo’o and recovery process. Finally, he details his work with YETI, the organic relationship with them, following his instincts when working with sponsors, and his new film with YETI.

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EP 172: Matt George - Stories from three decades in surf journalism, The importance of surf storytelling in the social media age, The indescribable feeling of surfing, Surf stories from Hawaii to Bali and beyond, and His book “In Deep”

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Influential surf journalist Matt George joins The Lineup to talk about documenting surfing culture from the late 1980s to now. Matt shares stories from his over 35 years in the business, the importance of long-form surf journalism in the social media age, and how he has immersed himself in the sport, its culture, and its heroes. He dives deep into the power, courage, and indescribable feeling of surfing and takes us through his personal surfing journey, from Hawaii to San Francisco to Santa Barbara to Bali. Matt also touches on the danger of AI, the Mid-season Cut, his favorite free surfers, the most significant events in surf history, and his book In Deep: The Collected Surf Writings.

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EP 171: Will Skudin - The New York surf scene and history, His ride through the Big Wave community and circuit, El Niño season, His organic relationship with YETI, and Running surf camps and a surf nonprofit

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Big Wave surfer and YETI ambassador Will Skudin joins The Lineup. He talks about becoming the first New Yorker to earn a spot on the Big Wave Circuit, learning the ropes with Garret McNamara, an “El Niño” season, being part of the big wave community, his worst hold down, and his rule of never chasing the first swell of the season. He discusses the many hats he wears within surfing, from owning his Skudin Surf camps to running the non-profit Surf For All that helps raise money for kids to surf throughout the year. Will also looks back at his origins in surfing, his organic relationship with YETI and using their products both in surfing and at his nonprofit events, and New York’s rich surfing history.

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BONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Filipe Toledo - Winning back-to-back World Titles, His super heat against Ethan Ewing, Overcoming doubt, Scouting the competition, Sacrifice and triumph, and Doing it all for his family

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0000

In this episode of 1 On 1, Joe Turpel sits down with the 2023 World Champion Filipe Toledo to talk about winning back-to-back World Titles. Filipe dives into his huge win at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, overcoming doubts, scouting his competition, and surfing one of the very best heats of his career agains Ethan Ewing when it mattered most. He looks back at his road to becoming a two-time champ, the sacrifices he made along the way, his support system, and winning for his family.

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EP 170: Nora Vasconcellos - Her barrier-breaking skateboarding career, Skating’s crossovers with surfing, Landing a Thrasher cover, Designing a signature shoe, The surfers that inspired her, Advice for groms, and Working with YETI

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Skateboarder and YETI athlete Nora Vasconcellos joins The Lineup. She talks about her barrier-breaking career, from becoming the first woman signed to the Adidas Skate Team and putting out her film “Nora” to designing her signature shoe and landing the cover of Thrasher Magazine. She discusses her love of surfing and the crossovers between it and skateboarding, her favorite surfers today, and being inspired by Stephanie Gilmore and Carissa Moore as a kid. Nora also touches on gender equality in sports, advice to girl groms, skateboarding’s rawness and playfulness, the toughest trick she learned, and working with YETI.

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EP 169: Steve Sherman - A legendary career in surf photography, Kelly Slater vs. Andy Irons, Finals breakdown, Skating with Stacy Peralta, Developing his style, and How today’s best surfers stack up against past greats

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Legendary surf photojournalist Steve Sherman joins The Lineup to talk about his career shooting our sport and its greatest athletes. After working the 2023 Rip Curl WSL Finals, he breaks down his approach and also the major differences between today’s best and the extreme characters of the past. He shares the story of how a kid from Indiana got into surf photography, skating on the GS team with Stacy Peralta, his transition from skateboarding to surfing, and developing his own style. Steve also talks about having access to the world’s best surfers over his career, how to balance friendships and professional relationships on tour, and the evolution of the epic Kelly Slater and Andy Irons rivalry.

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EP 168: Buddy Pendergast & Mackenzie Warner - Patagonia’s industry-changing new wetsuit, Developing sustainable materials, Sharing technology for good, Patagonia’s ethos, and The biggest wetsuit overhaul in over a decade

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0000

This week Patagonia Wetsuit Team members Buddy Pendergast and Mackenzie Warner join The Lineup to talk about the new Fall wetsuit coming out. They discuss how this wetsuit is the biggest overhaul in over a decade and the culmination of years of research, design, and development, and how they are trying to change the wetsuit industry with sustainable materials like natural rubber. They dive into the Patagonia ethos about producing the best possible wetsuits and products to avoid product churn and waste and also sharing their technology with the entire industry. Then Mackenzie and Buddy describe their work within Patagonia and personal relationships with the brand before taking part in the Lightning Round.

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EP 167: LIVE EPISODE presented by 805 Beer - Nate Tyler, Tyler Bereman, and Perry Gershkow on 805 Beer’s film Convergence, Their intertwined careers in surfing and motocross, Filmmaking, and Pursuing passions

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:01:00 -0000

This week on the Lineup, we’re joined by surfer Nate Tyler, X Games Gold Medalist Tyler Bereman, and Convergence director Perry Gershkow for the second of three special live episodes presented by 805 Beer. Filmed live at the premiere of Convergence in Huntington Beach during the US Open, to talk about the film and their careers in surf, motocross, and filmmaking. 805 Beer team riders Nate and Tyler discuss growing up on the Central Coast of California and how the pursuit of their passions took them around the world. Perry discusses how he rallied the athletes from different sports to create the film and the importance of incorporating family and the people closest to them into the story. Then they share their thoughts on the final film, their plans for the rest of 2023, and the exciting projects they have coming up. They round it out by answering questions in the Lightning Round.

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EP 166: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Finals Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the title-deciding event, Unforgettable moments, Pumping Trestles, Congrats to the World Champions, Fan Mailbag, and Fantasy Winners

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Championship Tour finale at the 2023 Rip Curl WSL Finals. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, their biggest winners and losers from the World Title-deciding event, the anticipation, the crowd, the excellent conditions at Lower Trestles, the standout performances, Ethan Ewing’s exciting run, Filipe Toledo going back-to-back, and Caroline Marks becoming a World Champion. They answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag and announce the 2023 WSL Fantasy winners!

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EP 165: Crosby Colapinto - His rise on the Challenger Series, Rallying for his brother Griffin at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, How he has developed a calm mind for competition, Growing up in San Clemente, and Preparing for the next level

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Challenge Series competitor Crosby Colapinto, currently sitting at No. 3 on the CS Rankings, joins the podcast. He chats about what he’s been up to in between events to keep his surfing fresh and what it’s like seeing the Rip Curl WSL Finals at his home break, Lower Trestles. He discusses rallying for his brother, Griffin, in the WSL Final 5 against four other World Title contenders and how he views Griffin as one of the best to ever surf at Lower Trestles. He reflects on growing up in a dreamy surf town, San Clemente, and how there are multiple generations to look up to, like the Andinos and the Gudauskas brothers. He speaks about his evolution from the Qualifying Series to the Challenger Series and working on his holistic health to cultivate a calm mind for competition. Crosby also talks about the influence of sponsorship from iconic brands like Rip Curl and …Lost Surfboards by Mayhem and Matt Biolos, how the Challenger Series prepares surfers for the next level of competition, and how he would make the switch to surf against the world’s best if he qualifies for the Championship Tour.

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EP 164: Jimmy Metyko - His new surf photography book “Shaping Surf History,” Photographing the legendary Tom Curren, California surf culture in the 1980s, Growing up surfing in Texas, and His love for surf photography

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Surf photographer Jimmy Metyko joins the podcast. He talks about his new book “Shaping Surf History: Tom Curren and Al Merrick, California 1980-1983,” which chronicles the influential wave-riding and surfing culture in Southern California, specifically Santa Barbara County, in the early 1980s. He discusses how he became a surf photographer and moved from his hometown of Houston, Texas, to be around and capture the surfing of up-and-comers at the time, like the legendary 1977 World Champion Shaun Tomson and pre-3x World Champion Tom Curren. He reflects on his experience photographing and traveling with this elite group of surfers, what it was like to witness firsthand the progression of surfing with the birth of the thruster and its refinement by Channel Islands Surfboards spearhead Al Merrick, and how passionate he is about surfing but even more about capturing surfers in his photographs.

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EP 163: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Tahiti Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, The finale in the fight for the WSL Final 5 and who clinched, Fan Mailbag, and The winner of the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro presented by Outerknown. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s tenth event, the exciting finale to the fight for the WSL Final 5, who clinched and is heading to the Rip Curl WSL Finals, the next generation of World Title contenders, and they answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the winner of the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings and the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper of the Year.

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BONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Caroline Marks - Her career growth from early success, The influence of competing against World Champs, Preparing for the Rip Curl WSL Finals, Her experience as an Olympian, and Her favorite events on tour

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0000

In this episode of 1 On 1, Joe Turpel sits down with Caroline Marks to talk about her success as a grom and her 2023 season that propels her to the Rip Curl WSL Finals. Caroline discusses growing up in Florida, early memories surfing, comparisons to Mark Occhilupo, earning a wildcard at 13 years old, where she gets a competitive mindset, and discovering to learn from losses. She chats about how competing against World Champs Steph Gilmore, Carissa Moore, and Tyler Wright brings out the best in her and how the rise of the new generation is seeing a change in the guard. Caroline shares some weird things that have happened while competing and her favorite events on tour. She reflects on her experience representing the USA in the 2020 Olympics and where her mindset is entering the Rip Curl WSL Finals. This episode was recorded live at the 2023 Corona Open J-Bay.

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BONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Leonardo Fioravanti - What fuels his drive to make the WSL Final 5, What it means to represent Italy, Inspiration from his support crew, Processing challenges on the Championship Tour, and His favorite pizza

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0000

In this episode of 1 On 1, Joe Turpel sits down with Leonardo Fioravanti to talk about his drive for success, overcoming setbacks, and his pride as an Italian surfer. Leo dives into what it means to make the Mid-season Cut and what fuels his motivation to fight for a spot in the WSL Final 5. He chats about his support crew, working with mentors and coaches, a memorable run-in with Andy Irons, and how much it means to inspire the next generation of Italian surfers. Leo reflects on inspiration from longtime friends Jack Robinson and Kanoa Igarashi in the 2022 Rip Curl WSL Finals and where he finds his loving yet fiercely competitive mindset. Leo finishes the conversation by chatting about what makes the best sessions in the water and how he wants to be remembered as an athlete and person. This episode was recorded live at the Surf Ranch Pro presented by 805 Beer.

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EP 162: LIVE EPISODE 1 of 3 at Surf Ranch Pro pres by 805 Beer - Conner Coffin, Greyson Fletcher, and Nate Tyler on uniting for 805 Beer’s film Convergence, Their experience surfing at Surf Ranch, and Their paths to professional surfing and skateboarding

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0000

This week on the Lineup, we are joined by 805 Beer team riders Conner Coffin, Greyson Fletcher, and Nate Tyler to introduce the first of three special live episodes sponsored by 805 Beer. This first installment was filmed live at the Surf Ranch Pro presented by 805 Beer around a fire pit in front of Perkins Lake as the Night Surfing Session was underway. Conner, Greyson, and Nate share personal stories and talk about all things surf and skate. Dave and the guys chat about their experience and first impressions of surfing the wave at Surf Ranch, how their paths united for the newest 805 Beer film Convergence, and what’s up next for all of them. Conner Coffin reflects on his experience on tour and life outside of competition, Nate Tyler discusses his passion for free surfing, and Greyson Fletcher speaks about the influence his legendary family has on his lifestyle and career. Finally, they answer questions in the Lightning Round.

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EP 161: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-J-Bay Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the event, The best day of surfing this season, Who clinched the WSL Final 5, Who provisionally qualified, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Corona Open J-Bay. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s ninth event, Filipe Toledo’s dominance, Lakey Peterson’s comeback win, WSL Final 5 clinches and who is within striking distance, Olympic provisional qualifiers, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 160: Dana Goodyear - Uncovering Malibu’s mysterious side for her podcast Lost Hills, developing a career in journalism, turning writing into rent-paying, and forming a love for surfing

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0000

On this week’s episode, we speak with Dana Goodyear, a staff writer for The New Yorker, surfer, and host of the Lost Hills podcast. Dana Goodyear talks about how she got into journalism and how learning to surf with friends became a passion for being in the water. She discusses the inspiration behind Lost Hills, her True Crime podcast that investigates Malibu’s mysterious, shady sides. We speak about her deep dive into the legacy of Miki Dora and the multitude of stories she uncovered about the controversial yet celebrated Malibu surfer.

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EP 159: “Watersheds” Episode 1: Jordy Smith’s Unforgettable 2010 Win at J-Bay, with special guest Pat O’Connell

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0000

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EP 158: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Rio Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, Carissa Moore clinches the WSL Final 5, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Vivo Rio Pro presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s eighth event, Carissa Moore becoming the first surfer to clinch a spot in the WSL Final 5, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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RE-AIR: Filipe Toledo - Contending for a World Title, The importance of family, His need for speed, His rise to the Championship Tour, and How the last generation of Brazilians set today’s surfers up for success

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0000

RE-AIR of our fourth episode ever! Way back in November 2019, Filipe Toledo, now the reigning WSL World Champion and three-time defending Rio event winner, joined our young podcast. Listen now and see how much has changed.

Original episode description: World Title contender Filipe Toledo joins The Lineup to talk about breaking onto the world stage, how having a family has changed his motivations, his need for speed, and how the last generation of Brazilian surfers set today’s athletes up for success.

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EP 157: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-El Salvador Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, Colapinto continues hot streak, The exciting fight for the WSL Final 5, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Surf City El Salvador Pro presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s seventh event, the exciting current WSL Final 5, Griffin Colapinto’s hot streak, beautiful El Salvador, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 156: Darren Handley - DHD Surfboards, Developing his team of Championship Tour stars, Working with Mick Fanning and Stephanie Gilmore, Finding new talents, The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, and Competition between the shapers

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0000

The shaper behind DHD surfboards Darren Handley joins the pod to talk about the 2023 season, his backstory, and the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings. He shares his observations from the season so far, discusses Ethan Ewing and developing his team of highly-acclaimed surfers, finding new talent, and the difference between the boards made for each stop on the Championship Tour. He tells the story of his journey through shaping, growing up at Kirra, where he started, working with Mick Fanning and Joel Parkinson, starting to shape for Stephanie Gilmore, the 2019 fire at his factory, and celebrating World Titles. Finally, he dives into the Shaper Rankings, the surprises so far this year, and the friendly rivalry and banter between all the shapers.

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EP 155: Ramón Navarro - Making his new film “Corazón Salado” with Patagonia, Building up the Big Wave scene in Chile, Surfing and activism, Protecting ancestral waters of the Kawésqar community, and His biggest waves and career highlights thus far

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Big Wave surfer Ramón Navarro joins the podcast. He talks about his new film “Corazón Salado” about protecting the ancestral waters of the Kawésqar community in Chilean Patagonia from the impact of salmon farming. He discusses working with Patagonia on the project, his personal connection to the story, the film’s important message, what he hopes the impact will be, and what listeners can do to support. He talks about his journey in surfing, growing up in Pichilemu, Chile, training at Waimea Bay and surfing in The Eddie Aikau, helping found the big wave community in Chile, and his biggest waves and career highlights so far.

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EP 154: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Surf Ranch Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the event, The new format, Favorite maneuvers, Innovation and judging, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Surf Ranch Pro presented by 805 Beer. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s sixth event, share their thoughts on the new format, talk about the innovation and judging at Surf Ranch, pick their favorite maneuvers from the event, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 153: Alyssa Spencer - A strong start to the Challenger Series season, Competing at Pipeline for the first time, Barely missing qualification in 2022, Where she finds her competitive drive, and Stories from traveling on the Challenger Series

Tue, 23 May 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Challenger Series World No. 5, former World Junior Champion, and Surf Ranch Pro pres by 805 Beer wildcard Alyssa Spencer joins the pod. She talks about her strong start to the 2023 Challenger Series, barely missing out on qualifying for the Championship Tour last season, the biggest wins of her career, and competing at Pipeline as an injury replacement to start the season. She breaks down her motivation to make the tour, the goal to stay consistent in each event, navigating the highs and lows, and the women on the Challenger Series that inspire her the most. She looks back at her surfing origins, growing up and learning in Encinitas, California, where she got her intense competitive drive, winning the regional QS, and working with coach Matt Myers and traveling with Vahine Fierro. Alyssa also touches on her pre-heat playlist, what’s in her Channel Islands quiver, and funny stories from the Challenger Series.

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EP 152: Lucca Mesinas - His start to the Challenger Series, Lessons from his rookie year on the Championship Tour, Making history for Peru, Competing in the Olympics, Perfect lefts, Heat strategy, and The top surf spots in South America

Tue, 16 May 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Lucca Mesinas, Olympian, Challenger Series competitor, and the first Peruvian surfer to ever qualify for the men’s Championship Tour, joins the podcast. He talks about qualifying for the tour in 2022 and making history for Peru, the experience of his first season on the CT, the challenges, the elite level of surfing, and what he learned most. He discusses his strong start to the Challenger Series season at the Gold Coast, his preparation throughout the summer at home, his increased confidence, and his goals for 2023. He looks back at the highlights from his career so far, starting off in the perfect left pointbreaks of Máncora and Northern Peru, winning the 2019 Pan American Games in El Salvador, and finishing fifth in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Lucca also touches on his motivation to qualify for the 2024 Olympics being held in Tahiti, his heat strategy book, the need for more events in South America, and the top three surf spots on his home continent.

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EP 151: Jarvis Earle - The upcoming Challenger Series, Competing at Snapper Rocks, Winning the World Junior Championships, Surfing against the World No. 1, His massive 2023 so far, and The Australian Men’s surfing renaissance on tour

Tue, 09 May 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Reigning World Junior Champion Jarvis Earle joins the podcast to talk about his big year and the upcoming Challenger Series season. The 18-year-old standout dives into his massive 2023 so far, winning the Sambazon World Junior Championships, surfing against the World No. 1 as a wildcard in Margaret River, the highlights from each experience, and what he’s learned so far. He looks forward to the first event of the Challenger Series, his goals going into the season, his training and preparation, and what he’s looking forward to most in competing at Snapper Rocks. Jarvis also touches on his hometown of Cronulla, surfing in the local boardriders club, the Championship Tour surfers he likes watching most, and the current Australian men’s surfing renaissance on tour.

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EP 150: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Margaret River Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the event, Results of the Mid-season Cut, Strong showings from World Champions, What’s next for Kelly Slater, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Tue, 02 May 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Western Australia Margaret River Pro and the Mid-season Cut. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s crucial fifth event, answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, marvel at the performance of the World Champions, and look at who made the cut. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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BONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Carissa Moore - Her evolution across her career, The young guard on the women’s tour, Preparing for the 2023 season, Overcoming the 2022 Finals, Her connection to Oahu, and Surfing Pipeline

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0000

In the first episode of 1 On 1, Carissa Moore talks about her career, her process, and her 2023 season. She dives into everything she has going at this stage of her life, staying grateful, enjoying Oahu, and staying connected while on tour. She looks at her 2023 season, the insane amount of talent on the women’s tour and the young guard coming up, the start of the year at Pipeline, and the evolution of her preparation for events over time. Finally, the five-time World Champion reviews her 2022 season, her dominance throughout the year, a huge win in Brazil, the crushing loss in the Rip Curl WSL Finals, being inspired by Stephanie Gilmore, and letting go to focus onto the next challenge.

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BONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Joao Chianca - The road to World No. 1, His first career win in Portugal, Missing the cut in 2022, World Title thoughts, Nickname origins, and What surfer on tour he wants to beat most

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0000

In the latest episode of 1 On 1, Joao Chianca talks about his beginnings as a surfer in Brazil and his road to becoming the current World No. 1. He looks back at missing the Mid-season Cut in 2022 to requalifying through the Challenger Series to winning his first Championship Tour event in Portugal. Joao also shares where his nickname Chumbinho came from, his thoughts on the World Title, his relationship with other Brazilian athletes on tour, and what surfer he wants to smash in competition.

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EP 149: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Bells Beach Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the event, Australian domination, Occy vs Curren, A new surfer wearing yellow, Mid-season Cut, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach presented by Bonsoy. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s fourth event, answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and look forward to the Mid-season Cut in Margaret River. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 148: Mick Fanning - What makes Bells Beach so special, His post-tour career, The resurgence of Australian men’s surfing, Becoming a father, How to deal with pressure, Finding his place in free surfing, and His latest Search trip with Gabriel Medina

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Three-time World Champion and four-time Bells Beach winner Mick Fanning joins the podcast. He talks about what makes Bells Beach so special, the aura surrounding the wave, the resurgence of Australian men’s surfing on tour, Owen Wright’s final competitive event, and the added dimension of the Mid-season Cut. He discusses his post-Championship Tour career, becoming a father, going on a Rip Curl Search trip with Gabriel Medina to a secret location, finding your place in the free surfing space, his lifetime deal with Rip Curl, and the many other companies and passions he’s working on. Mick also gives advice on how to deal with pressure, shares what types of boards he’s riding now, and looks back at his career-altering win as a wildcard at the 2001 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach.

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EP 147: Tyler Wright - The Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, Her strong start to the Championship Tour season, Challenges facing young surfers, Owen Wright’s retirement, Work the surf industry needs to do, Her 2023 goals, and “releasing the handbrake”

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Two-time World Champion, defending Bells Beach champ, and Rip Curl athlete Tyler Wright joins the podcast to discuss the season and the upcoming Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach presented by Bonsoy. She talks about her strong start to Championship Tour season, all the physical and mental energy she put into preparation for the year, the support team around her, and her priorities at this point in her career. She looks back at her entry into sponsorships and the tour at such a young age, the challenges of being young in such a heightened competitive environment, how hard it is to stay driven, and her advice for today’s surfers in the same situation. She talks through some of the tough issues surfing is facing, the work the industry still has to do, representation in surfing, and staying true to her values and identity. Tyler also touches on her brother Owen’s retirement announcement, “releasing the handbrake” and surfing in her own style, her goals for 2023, and why winning at Bells Beach was so meaningful for her.

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EP 146: Kimi Werner - How spearfishing changed her life, Connecting community through food, Her film Lessons From Jeju, Working with YETI, Connecting to nature and the ocean, and Becoming a Spearfishing Champion

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:01:00 -0000

Spearfishing champion, chef, and YETI ambassador Kimi Werner joins the podcast to talk about her passion. She describes her visceral, life-changing introduction to spearfishing, the primal satisfaction of being able to provide food for yourself, how food inventory became one of the driving forces around her life, and how sharing fish and food can connect an entire community. She looks back at growing up in Maui, moving to the North Shore of Oahu, going to school for culinary arts, and how her experience as a chef merged beautifully with her passion for spearfishing. She discusses getting into spearfishing competition, working with YETI and using their products in her field, and making the film Lessons From Jeju with Patagonia about a centuries-old culture of freediving and fishing women in Korea.

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BONUS EPISODE: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Portugal Wrap-Up, Winners and losers from the third event, Two breakout stars, Mid-season Cut danger, and A Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s first event, answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions, talk about the two exciting young first-time winners, and look at who is in danger of the Mid-season Cut. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 145: Molly Picklum - Her breakout season, The talented new generation of women on tour, Reaching World No. 1 for the first time, Overcoming the Mid-season Cut, Viral surf video parts, and Honoring inspiring female athletes in Portugal

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 07:01:00 -0000

The Championship Tour’s current World No. 1 surfer and Rip Curl athlete Molly Picklum joins the pod for a special Women’s History Month episode to talk about her breakout season. She describes her confident mindset entering each event, her first impressions of Portugal, and what it’s been like sitting atop the rankings and capturing the yellow leader jersey for the first time in her career. She discusses her road to the tour, her entry into surfing, the strong surfing town she grew up in, how working with coach Glenn Hall has changed her approach, her relationship with Rip Curl, and how making the Challenger Series coming out of Australia is so difficult. Molly also touches on her video part that blew up in Postcards from Morgs, overcoming the Mid-season Cut last year, learning to trust herself, the uber-talented young generation of women on tour, and the woman she chose to honor for International Women’s Day.

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EP 144: Stephanie Gilmore - Winning her eighth World Title, The Rip Curl WSL Finals format, Portugal mindset, Mid-season Cut pressure, Brand representation, Working with YETI, and Finding continued purpose and inspiration in year 17

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:44:00 -0000

Eight-time WSL World Champion and YETI athlete Stephanie Gilmore joins the pod for a special International Women’s Day episode to discuss her seventeenth year on the Championship Tour. Amid her journey from Hawaii to Portugal, she describes feeling at home on the road, sitting below the Mid-season Cut line after two events, the young surfers on tour that energize her, and her confidence heading into Portugal. She talks about winning her record-breaking eighth World Title at the 2022 Rip Curl WSL Finals, still relishing the glory of that moment, being addicted to the Finals format, her mindset on that specific day, and battling ego and finding continued purpose after making history. Steph also touches on brand representation throughout her career, working with YETI both within and outside of surfing, her mindset going into the next event in Portugal, and who’s next to win a World Title.

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EP 143: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Sunset Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the season’s second event, The Generational Shift on Tour, Fan Mailbag, and the first Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s first event, answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and look forward to the next stop at Portugal. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 142: David Mesfin & Beyin Abraha - Their film “Wade In The Water: A Journey Into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture,” The project’s origins, The long history of surfing West Africa, and What the surf industry can do to support the BIPOC community

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Producers David Mesfin and Beyin Abraha join the pod to talk about their film Wade In The Water: A Journey Into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture and how it dives into the over 1000-year-old history of surfing in West Africa. They discuss the origins of the project, share their personal reasons for creating the film, explore its healing effects, and describe the many ways that aquatic culture has been a part of black culture since the very beginning. David and Beyin then look back at their own journeys into surfing, talk about the other things they’ve been working on, and look ahead at how surf brands and other organizations within the sport can support the BIPOC community.

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EP 141: Mitchell Salazar - The Hurley Pro Sunset Beach Preview, Surfers to watch, The most intriguing wildcards, Goofy footers challenges at Sunset, The Vissla CT Shaper Rankings, Fan mailbag, and A tribute to Larry Haynes

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar is back to preview the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach. They talk about the history and intricacies of the iconic wave, describe their own experiences there, and then choose the surfers to watch, from Jack Robinson to Kai Lenny to Gabriela Bryan, in the Championship Tour’s second event. They look at the long list of exciting wildcards and injury replacements in the draw, discuss how goofy footers have fared in past events at Sunset, answer fan questions, and preview the equipment after checking in on the Vissla CT Shaper Rankings. Mitch and Dave also pay tribute to the legendary filmmaker, water cinematographer, and North Shore staple Larry Haynes.

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Watch the highlights and full replay of the Billabong Pro Pipeline.

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EP 140: Mitchell Salazar - The Post-Pipeline Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the season’s opening event, Fan Mailbag, and the first Vissla CT Shaper Rankings update

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0000

WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Billabong Pro Pipeline. Mitch and Dave discuss the biggest highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s first event, answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag, and look forward to the next stop at the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach. Finally, they reveal the first update of the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.

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EP 139: Cliff Kapono - How the ocean connects us all, Receiving the 2023 WSL Impact Award, Hawaii and his surfing story, Promoting science through surfing, His current projects, the Vissla Shaper Rankings, and Becoming the surfer/scientist

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Marine conservation scientist, ocean steward, and surfer Dr. Cliff Kapono joins the podcast after winning the inaugural WSL Impact Award. He talks about all the amazing projects he’s involved with, from working with the MEGA Lab to elevate scientific literacy and Reef Footwear to 3D coral reef formations at famous surf breaks, creating the Surfer Biome Project, and researching how the ocean connects us all. He looks back at his roots in Hawaii, his reasons for getting into the sport at a young age, learning the balance between pursuing a doctorate and surfing career, working with Vissla, and finding the surfer/scientist identity. Cliff also shares his thoughts on the variety of boards he rides, the connective DNA of ocean bacteria, the relationship between speed, power, and flow, and the new Vissla Shaper Rankings.

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BONUS EPISODE: Mitchell Salazar - The new Vissla Shaper Rankings, The competition rules and scoring system, Surfer-shaper pairings at Pipeline, and Shaper predictions for the 2023 Championship Tour

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator Mitchell Salazar joins the podcast to talk about the all-new Vissla Shaper Rankings. Dave and Mitch introduce the new rankings that celebrate and measure the shapers who build boards for the Championship Tour surfers. They share the inspiration for the rankings and then break down its rules and scoring system. They share their top three shaper observations for the tour, discuss the surfer-shaper pairings they’re excited to watch at Pipeline and Sunset, and then make their bold predictions for which shaper will take the crown.

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EP 138: Shane Dorian - The Billabong Pro Pipeline, Predictions for the 2023 Championship Tour, His evolving career in surfing, Bow hunting and YETI, Social media’s impact on surfing, His move into coaching, and The surfers to watch at Pipe

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Big Wave surfer, YETI athlete, and Momentum Generation icon Shane Dorian joins the podcast to talk about the upcoming Billabong Pro Pipeline. He makes his predictions for the Pipe event and talks about the major storylines going into the Championship Tour season: a shakeup on the women’s side with young surfers like Molly Picklum and Caity Simmers, Gabriel Medina’s huge return, John John Florence surfing at 100%, and the young stars ready to make their move. He looks back at how his career in surfing has progressed over the decades, from starting out in Kona, Hawaii, doing Taylor Steele movies, surfing on the CT, switching his focus to big wave surfing, and now moving on to coaching his son Jackson and other talented young surfers. Shane also describes his work with YETI and how the brand fits his new passion for bow hunting and archery, looks at the Pipeline forecast, discusses the impact of social media on surfing, and explores Kelly Slater’s dominance.

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EP 137: Sara Kohrogi - The new surf documentary series “Chasing Waves” on Disney+, Behind-the-scenes stories from filming, Her quest to qualify for the Olympics, A unique career in surfing, and Japanese surf culture

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Surfer Sara Kohrogi joins to talk about her new documentary series Chasing Waves, now streaming on Disney+. She discusses how she got involved in the new surfing documentary, describes its focus on Japanese surf culture and surfing’s debut in the Olympics, and tells behind-the-scenes stories from filming. She looks back at her unique career in surfing, getting into the sport in Hermosa Beach, California, competing at a young age, working and surfing in Japan, and making the final casting call for The Ultimate Surfer. She then looks ahead at her plans for the future, the upcoming 2024 Olympics, her goal to be one of Japan’s first female free surfers, and competing on the WSL Qualifying Series. Sara also touches on meeting Kelly Slater, dealing with scoliosis as an athlete, and how Japanese culture and surf culture mix.

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EP 136: Maxime Huscenot - Goals for his rookie year on tour, The Billabong Pro Pipeline, His journey from World Junior Champion to CT surfer, Réunion Island stories, Representing France, and His life-changing qualification moment

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0000

In the first episode of 2023, Championship Tour rookie Maxime Huscenot joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming season. He describes the moment he was told that he qualified on the beach in Hawaii, what making the tour means to him, and his thoughts on the new three-tier qualifying system. He looks back on his long journey to this huge moment, getting his start in surfing in Réunion Island alongside Johanne Defay, training on the Gold Coast and signing with Quiksilver, winning the World Junior Championship in 2009, and then battling through the QS and Challenger Series to qualify. He then looks forward to the 2023 CT season, his debut event at the Billabong Pro Pipeline, training for Pipe in France and Spain’s challenging heavy barrels, the events he’s looking forward to most, representing France on tour, and his outlook and goals for his rookie year.

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EP 135: MEGA MAILBAG! - Dave answers listener questions on: Choosing event locations, Hot takes for the 2023 Championship Tour, New sponsors across surfing, His favorite rookies, Surfing as art vs sport, and His dream future guests

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0000

In this special episode of the pod, host Dave Prodan wraps up the year by diving into the mailbag and answering listener questions about all things surfing. Topics range from how the WSL chooses its event locations, his favorite interviews so far, how to deal with criticism from fans and media, surfing as art versus sport, new sponsors across the surf landscape, how to build up a country’s surf infrastructure, and the tour’s potential expansion. He also looks ahead, answering questions about his favorite rookies, hot takes for the upcoming Championship Tour season, his predictions for the 2023 World Champions, and finally, his dream future guests for the show.

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EP 134: Gerry Lopez & Stacy Peralta - Their new film “The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez,” Origins in surfing and skateboarding, Pipeline, Yoga and meditation, Creating the film with Patagonia, and Finding peace and stillness in a violent sport

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Iconic surfer, waterman, and two-time Pipeline champion Gerry Lopez and filmmaker and legendary skateboarder Stacy Peralta join the pod to discuss their new film The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez. The duo talks about the long process of creating the project, partnering with Patagonia, the challenges along the way, Stacy’s interview techniques, and Gerry’s willingness to share everything. They both look back at their origins in surfing and skateboarding, Gerry’s first waves at age 10 in Hawaii, Stacy’s entry into skating in Santa Monica, CA, and the side-by-side evolution of both sports over the years. They dive into the film’s story, Gerry’s legendary trips to Indonesia and dominance at Pipeline, exploring new waves, dealing with fame, and finding moments of stillness and peace amidst the danger and action of the world’s heaviest breaks. Gerry and Stacy also touch on yoga, meditation, living in the moment, and always looking forward to the next wave.

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EP 133: Kelsey González: Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals, Balancing touring and surfing, Favorite surfers on the Championship Tour, Surfing the Surf Ranch with Kelly Slater, Bobby Martinez, and The link between music and surfing

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Kelsey González, bassist for The Free Nationals and surfer, joins The Lineup to talk about the connection between music and surfing. He starts with his experience in surfing, growing up in Orange County and surfing up and down the California coast, how he balances surfing with touring, his love for Bobby Martinez, his favorite surfers and stops on the Championship Tour, watching the tour from all over the world, and getting the opportunity to surf and play music at the Surf Ranch with Kelly Slater. Then he switches over to talk music. He describes the origins of Anderson .Paak and The Free Nationals to winning a Grammy with Anderson .Paak, working with Dr. Dre, nerves when performing live in front of massive crowds, playing music and surfing with Flea, Anthony Keidis, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the difference between concerts in the US and abroad, and the career achievement he’s most proud of.

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Re-Air: EP 16: Ryan Callinan

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air from the March 2020 conversation with the 2023 CT qualifier, Ryan Callinan!

Merewether Beach’s own CT star Ryan Callinan talks about being shaped by the legends of the Newcastle surf community, dealing with grief and loss while on tour, and discovering the confidence to compete with the world’s best.

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EP 132: Travis Logie - Championship Tour qualification scenarios, The Challenger Series finale, Exciting new rookies, What to expect from surfers who requalified, His biggest season highlights, and The surfers to watch at Haleiwa

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:01:00 -0000

WSL Senior Manager of Tours & Competition and former Championship Tour surfer Travis Logie joins The Lineup to talk about the Challenger Series finale at Haleiwa. He breaks down the women’s qualification situation, what to expect from Macy Callaghan and Molly Picklum’s second stints on the CT, the new rookie Caity Simmers’ immense talent, and what Bettylou Sakura Johnson and others still need to do to seize their spot on tour. He looks at the men’s side, the reinvigorated Leo Fioravanti and Ryan Callinan, history being made with Rio Waida becoming the first Indonesian surfer to qualify for the CT, and the scenarios for Ramzi Boukhiam, Ian Gentil, and the other men on the cusp of making the tour. Finally, Travis answers fans’ Instagram questions, takes on the Lightning Round, and previews the Haleiwa Challenger at home in The Hawaiian Islands.

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EP 131: Jack Robinson - The upcoming Championship Tour season, His Rip Curl WSL Finals experience, Winning at home in Margaret River, Health and training philosophy, Rivalries on tour, and His eight biggest contenders for the World Title

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Australian Championship Tour star Jack Robinson is back to talk about the 2022 Rip Curl WSL Finals and the upcoming season. He dissects his heat against Italo Ferreira at Trestles, details his training regimen and strategy for the title-deciding event, and lists his top competition for the 2023 World Title. He looks back at his huge 2022 season, the importance of winning at home in Margaret River, the stress-free atmosphere around his win at G-Land, and his massive improvement over the course of the season. He talks about fitness and health, how to overcome the effects of regular travel, finding time to recover, achieving balance, and using saunas, nutrition like AG1 by Athletic Greens, and sleep to achieve optimum performance. Finally, Jack looks forward to the next CT season, his plans for Pipeline and spending some of the North Shore season in the Volcom house, potential rivalries on tour, the eight contenders in their prime, and his excitement to get back to competition.

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EP 130: Greg MacGillivray - “Five Summer Stories,” A career in surf filmmaking, Filming in extreme places from Everest to Mavericks, Tales from Hollywood, IMAX innovations, and Surfing’s early days

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Filmmaker and surfer Greg MacGillivray joins the pod to talk about his influential surf film Five Summer Stories, his new memoir Five Hundred Summer Stories, and a lifetime in surfing. First, he looks back at the early days of surfing, the joy and escape that it provides, the introduction of competitive surfing, and his personal beginnings in the sport in Southern California. He dives into his work with Jim Freeman and MacGillivray Freeman Films, directing and producing surf films like Five Summer Stories, Big Wednesday and more, working in Hollywood, developing some of the first IMAX films, and even contributing to Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner. He shares stories from filming in extreme places from Mount Everest to Mavericks to America’s National Parks and beyond. Greg also touches on conservation, innovations in film technology, the similarities between mountain climbers and surfers, and the upcoming screening of his new film alongside live music.

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EP 129: Macy Callaghan - Her huge season on the Challenger Series, The road to the Championship Tour, A new competitive mindset, Burnout, Taking breaks to film content, Requalification goals, Surfing Pipeline, and Her career’s path through surfing

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Current Challenger Series leader and former Championship Tour competitor Macy Callaghan joins The Lineup to talk about her big season. She dissects her success on the Challenger Series and how she’s made three straight Finals, changing her competitive mindset from past seasons, building up her mental game, traveling with a good crew of friends, and rediscovering her love of surfing. She looks back at her road to the CT, growing up in Avoca Beach, Australia, getting a scholarship for competitive swimming, ultimately choosing surfing as her career path, her long relationship with Billabong, burnout and taking breaks from competition to film content, and winning the World Junior Title before rising all the way up through the ranks. Finally, Macy looks forward to the future, her great chances of requalifying for the CT, her feelings on surfing Pipeline, her thoughts on the new format, and the events she’s looking forward to most.

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EP 128: Dane Gudauskas - Positive Vibe Warriors Surfboards, Growth and evolution through surfing, His work with Channel Islands Surfboards, Connectivity in the ocean, How competition impacted him, and His personal journey in surfing

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Positive vibe warrior and free-surfing virtuoso Dane Gudauskas returns to The Lineup to share some stoke and discuss his transformative last few years. He talks about starting Positive Vibe Warriors Surfboards with his brothers Pat and Tanner with the goal of creating more access and getting more people into the water, and the process of learning business, production, and marketing. He breaks down his journey through surfing, the impact competition had on him, his evolution through different styles and boards, his journey inward, and how the unique sport changes the way you think. He explains the connectivity that the ocean creates and how surfing provides an access point for him to work with inspired community leaders around the world. Dane also touches on personal growth, getting into adventure mode while traveling, the big wave assessment group, The Matrix, and his work with Channel Islands Surfboards since becoming a part owner.

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Re-Air: EP 91: Jamie Brisick - Stories from a life in surfing, The difference between pro surfers then and now, Malibu in the 70s and 80s, Transforming from surfer to writer, Finding creativity, Life after the tour, and his new upcoming film

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 07:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air of our November 2021 episode with former pro surfer and journalist Jamie Brisick.

Writer, journalist, and former professional surfer Jamie Brisick talks about the many phases of his life in surfing. He starts by telling the story of his entrance to the sport, growing up in Los Angeles in the Valley and earning his spot in the lineup at Malibu, using surfing as the way to escape suburban mediocrity, competing as an amateur, and having big dreams to pursue surfing as a career. He details his experiences as a pro surfer, discovering the very real delineation between amateur and pro, traveling to new places around the world, enjoying the characters at the fringe of the sport, seeing the difference between pro surfers then and now, and working through the challenges of life after the tour. Finally, he discusses his long career as a writer and journalist, how he finds inspiration and creativity, filling the void left by surfing with writing, studying youth culture in Japan on a Fulbright Scholarship, processing tragedy through writing, and his upcoming film “Becoming Westerly.”

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EP 127: Soleil Errico - The new WSL Longboard World Champion, Winning her second World Title at Malibu, Local knowledge at First Point, Balancing college with the Longboard Tour, Her road into pro surfing, and Goals for the 2023 season and beyond

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Freshly crowned Longboard World Champion Soleil Errico joins The Lineup to discuss winning her second World Title. She talks about winning at her home break, how wild it is to surf flawless Malibu with no one else out, the difference between this title and her first one in 2018, and her shifting strategy throughout the event. She breaks down the biggest heats along her road to the title, the boards she was riding and how she sources her equipment, and her goals for the 2023 Longboard Tour and beyond. She looks back at her journey to becoming a longboard champ, being born in New York City, moving to Hawaii and California and starting to surf First Point Malibu all the time, her greatest surfing influences over the years, and the moment she knew she wanted to be a professional surfer. Soleil also touches on balancing college with traveling to compete, working with young surfers through the Rising Tides program, and the wave she wants to surf most.

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Relive the title-deciding Final at the Cuervo Classic Malibu Longboard Championship pres by O’Neill.

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EP 126: Jamie O’Brien - All things Pipeline, Creating the new Jamie O’Brien Surf App, Being ahead of the curve with Vlogs and Youtube, The North Shore season, and Thoughts on Kelly Slater and Moana Jones Wong’s historic wins at Pipe

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Pipeline legend and content king Jamie O’Brien returns to The Lineup to discuss the upcoming North Shore season and his newest project. He talks about what he does when the North Shore isn’t breaking, the difference between free surfing and competitive surfing, how he stacks up against the top Championship Tour surfers in the barrel, and being ahead of the curve on creating vlogs and Youtube content. He breaks down the all-new Jamie O’Brien Surf App, how it came to life, how every surfer can benefit from its info, and what it was like sharing all his secrets on technique and surfing. Jamie also touches on coaching CT athletes like Adriano de Souza, Italo Ferreira, and Carissa Moore at Pipeline, how he decides what board to ride out at Pipe, his passion for filming, and Kelly Slater and Moana Jones Wong’s historic wins at Pipeline to start last season.

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EP 125: Marcio Zouvi - The genesis of Sharp Eye Surfboards, Shaping boards for the world’s best surfers, Filipe Toledo’s title-winning quad, Managing the best team on Earth, The importance of competition, and Stories from a career as a top shaper

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Sharp Eye Surfboards founder and shaper Marcio Zouvi joins The Lineup to talk about building boards for the best surfers in the world. He discusses the recent Rip Curl WSL Finals, working with Filipe Toledo over the years to dial in the perfect Trestles surfboard, watching Filipe win the World Title on the Sharp Eye quad, and the impact on his business since. He looks back at his personal journey to becoming one of the top shapers in the sport, growing up in Rio de Janeiro, learning to surf at Copacabana beach, attempting to shape his first board at age 12, moving to San Diego to learn his craft and work his way up through the ranks, and finally creating his own brand. He breaks down the evolution of technology over the last 30 years, incorporating concaves in the designs, CNC machines, and how he started to work with Championship Tour athletes. Finally, he dives into the details of shaping for the world’s best, creating 10 to 20 boards for every stop on tour, assembling and managing the most impressive team on the planet, traveling to events, the importance of competition, and seeing how far his equipment can be pushed.

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EP 124: Ashton Goggans Returns - Thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals, The new No Contest coming this month, Stephanie Gilmore’s future, Brazilian dominance, Electric Acid Surfboard Test, His insane production during lockdown, and What’s next from Stab

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Stab editor-at-large and producer Ashton Goggans returns to the Lineup Podcast. He talks about what he’s been up to over the last few years, including launching Stab Premium, creating the documentary Andy Irons & The Radicals, working on a new Electric Acid Surfboard Test and Stab In The Dark, and making surf movies while being locked down in Los Angeles. He describes watching the Rip Curl WSL Finals from Brazil and shares his thoughts on the format, Steph’s historic win, Filipe’s breakthrough, the surfers who impressed him most, and why he was rooting for Jack Robinson. He talks about working for the past six months on No Contest (dropping this month), evolving it from a behind-the-scenes tour show to more of an in-depth travel show, partnering with Red Bull, his Bourdain-like approach, and all the wild places the show has taken him over the past year. Ashton also touches on what he’d love to see Steph Gilmore do next, Electric Acid Surfboard Test’s disruptive collaborations, the dominance of Brazilians on the Championship Tour, what’s coming next for Stab, and what his job title actually means.

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Re-Air: EP 04: Filipe Toledo - Contending for a World Title, The importance of family, His need for speed, His rise to the Championship Tour, and How the last generation of Brazilians set today’s surfers up for success

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air from 2019 with the now newly crowned World Champion Filipe Toledo!

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World Title contender Filipe Toledo joins The Lineup to talk about breaking onto the world stage, how having a family has changed his motivations, his need for speed, and how the last generation of Brazilian surfers set today’s athletes up for success.

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EP 123: Mike Parsons - The Rip Curl WSL Finals, Coaching the biggest names in surfing, Ideal conditions at Lower Trestles, The most memorable moments of the season, Kelly Slater’s win at Pipeline, and The strengths of all 10 World Title contenders

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Mike Parsons joins the podcast to break down the Rip Curl WSL Finals. He details the ideal conditions at Lower Trestles, looks back at his time working as a contest director and dealing with the pressure of making the call to run, and shares his thoughts on equipment, seeding, and momentum in the World Title-deciding event. He discusses his current role as a coach and manager for some of the biggest names in surfing, from WSL Final 5 surfer Kanoa Igarashi to CT competitors Lakey Peterson and Kolohe Andino to Big Wave superstar Kai Lenny and more. He talks about the 2022 Championship Tour season, the intense pressure at Margaret River, the “huge exhale” at G-Land, the impact of the new format, the historic moments for the women at Pipeline and Teahupo’o, Kelly Slater’s unforgettable win at Pipe, and what to expect in seasons to come. To finish up, Snips goes into coach mode and breaks down the greatest strengths of each Rip Curl WSL Finals contender.

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EP 122: Tatiana Weston-Webb - Competing for the World Title at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, The women’s historic return to Teahupo’o, The road to the Finals, Her inspirations in Kauai, Her career journey, and How her outsider mentality makes her a contender

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 14:07:28 -0000

World No. 3 Tatiana Weston-Webb joins the podcast before she competes for the World Title at the Rip Curl WSL Finals. She breaks down her preparation for the title-deciding event at Trestles, how she’s been training, how she feels about her seeding, the support team behind her, and her strategy once she’s in the water. She talks about the last few events of the regular season leading up to the Finals, the women’s historic return to Teahupo’o, competing in serious conditions, what it was like staying in Tahiti, and dealing with the pressure of the fight for the WSL Final 5. She looks back at the 2021 Rip Curl WSL Finals, coming so close to her first World Title but finishing second to Carissa Moore, the challenging offseason that followed, working with a sports psychologist, and starting this season at Pipeline. Tati also details her career journey up to this point, from her upbringing and inspirations in Kauai, the importance of Brazilian culture in her life, her introduction to surfing, and how her outsider approach makes her a World Title contender.

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EP 121: Nathan Hedge - A long-awaited return to Tahiti, Keys to success at Teahupo’o, His seven-year career on the CT, The challenges of life after the tour, Working with Outerknown, The impact of Narrabeen, and His worst wipeout ever

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Former Championship Tour surfer and Outerknown Tahiti Pro wildcard Nathan Hedge joins the podcast to talk about Tahiti and his career in surfing. He describes how he stayed busy in Tahiti before the competition began, his longtime connection to the island, getting back into “contest mode,” and the younger surfers to watch. He breaks down the challenging wave at Teahupo’o, tells the story of his worst wipeout, and shares the keys to success for how to conquer nerves and thrive in such a heavy break. He looks back at his career, traveling with the Rip Curl team as a grom, being shaped by the Narrabeen community, competing for seven seasons on the CT, and facing the challenges of life after the tour. “The Hog” also touches on his ambassadorship with Outerknown, the ongoing process of working through addiction, being inspired by Kelly’s win at Pipe at age 50, and what’s next for him.

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EP 120: Keith Malloy - His new film “Mind Surfing” with Conner Coffin and 805, A lifetime in surfing, The journey into filmmaking, His time on the Championship Tour, The magic of Teahupo’o, The Malloy brothers’ adventures, and Exciting upcoming projects

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Surfer and filmmaker Keith Malloy joins the lineup to talk about his latest adventures. He discusses making his new film Mind Surfing with 805 featuring Conner Coffin, how the partnership and idea came together, what he learned about Conner while filming, and the other surfers he worked with on the project. He looks back at his lifetime in surfing, the impact his surfing family and brothers all had on him, the influence of the California coastline, his season on the Championship Tour, and then his move away from competition altogether. He breaks down his journey into filmmaking, starting out on his first movie Come Hell or High Water with Mark Cunningham, collaborating with Patagonia on a bunch of films, forming a production company, and working with athletes from sports outside surfing. Keith also touches on the majestic nature of Teahupo’o, surfing and working while raising three kids, and his upcoming projects with 805 and more.

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EP 119: Conner Coffin - Competing in the 2021 Rip Curl WSL Finals, Filming a new project with Keith Malloy and 805, The Challenger Series gauntlet, The Mid-season Cut, His switch to JS, and The importance of passions outside surfing

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:01:00 -0000

2021 Rip Curl WSL Final 5 competitor, Santa Barbara torchbearer, and one of the most powerful surfers in the world Conner Coffin returns to the podcast to talk about his past year. He looks back at his run to the Finals last season, the mentality shift that led him to his career-best result, the unparalleled energy on the beach at Trestles, and his thoughts on the new format. He dives into a new film project he’s working on with Keith Malloy and 805, what it’s like to balance competing on tour with traveling and filming, and his favorite surf movies growing up. He goes through his 2022 season on the Championship Tour, the new schedule with the Mid-season Cut, his role as a surfer rep, and then discusses the Challenger Series and his goals moving forward. Conner also touches on his big switch to JS surfboards, finding a second home on the Gold Coast, the importance of having passions outside of surfing, and his biggest surf inspiration.

This conversation was recored in June of 2022*

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Re-Air: Ep 87 Courtney Conlogue - The US Open, Her comeback 2021 season, Waves of consequence, Recovering from serious concussions, Strike mission to Tahiti, The effects of social media, and Her thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air of The Lineup's chat with Courtney Conlogue from September of 2021!

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The Vans US Open of Surfing, the 4th stop of the 8-stop 2022 WSL Challenger Series, is underway in Huntington Beach, California. Featuring an international field of Challengers looking to secure a spot on next year’s elite WSL championship tour, the event is streaming live at WorldSurfLeague.com and the WSL App, do not miss it! Following the completion of the Vans US Open of Surfing, the World’s best surfers will be heading to Tahiti for the Outerknown Tahiti Pro.

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Championship Tour star and Huntington Beach local Courtney Conlogue joins the podcast to talk about the US Open and her comeback 2021 season. The two-time US Open winner discusses the iconic event held in her hometown, how it holds a special place in her heart, and using her local knowledge to her advantage. She describes competing after taking a year off from surfing while recovering from three concussions in seven months, shares how revitalized she felt in Mexico when she clinched her spot on tour next year, and gives her thoughts on how the Rip Curl WSL Finals played out. She talks about waves of consequence on tour, the strike mission she took to Tahiti this year, surfing Pipeline with Carissa Moore and Keala Kennelly, and the importance of having a tour that challenges its athletes. Courtney also touches on the first board she ever bought, being in the spotlight at a young age, the effects social media has on today’s youth, and what she would have done if she didn’t pursue pro surfing.

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Re-Air: Ep 24: Caroline Marks, Tyler Wright, & Tatiana Weston-Webb - Charging waves of consequence, surfing Teahupo'o, adding a women's event to Tahiti, and the 2014 Tahiti Pro Final

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 07:30:00 -0000

In this special episode, a trio of the tour’s most progressive surfers, Caroline Marks, Tyler Wright, and Tatiana Weston-Webb, talk about charging waves of consequence. They share their thoughts on surfing Teahupo’o, discuss what adding a women’s event there would mean, recap the heaviest sessions they’ve ever had, and rewatch the 2014 Tahiti Pro Final.

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EP 118: Matt McGillivray - J-Bay, His first two years on the Championship Tour, Skydiving and basejumping, Traveling with Morgan Cibilic, Hometown expectations, Sharks in the lineup, Preparing for Teahupo’o, and His goals for next season

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:01:00 -0000

South African Championship Tour surfer Matt McGillivray joins the pod to talk about J-Bay and his budding career on tour. He breaks down his long relationship with J-Bay, how his family moved to the small town of Jeffreys Bay ten years ago, the heavy hometown expectations on him, his first introduction to the CT as a wildcard there in 2018, and staying relaxed by enjoying surfing his favorite wave with just two guys out. He shares his thoughts on the tour schedule redesign, the intense pressure of the Mid-season Cut, and how he was just so happy to get to surf J-Bay after making the cut at Margaret River. He looks back at his wild first two years on tour, his tight relationship with Morgan Cibilic, filming Make or Break and Postcards From Morgs, and working with Channel Islands to lock in his equipment. Matt also tells stories about living in Australia during COVID, his family’s passion for skydiving and base jumping, sharks in the lineup, preparing for Teahupo’o, and his big goals for the rest of this season and next year.

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EP 117: Shaun Tomson - A masterclass on J-Bay, Winning a World Title, Creating The Code method, The early days of pro surfing, Finding purpose, Filipe vs Jack, The importance of shapers, and The life-changing power of surfing

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 07:29:00 -0000

1977 World Champion, author, and speaker Shaun Tomson joins the pod to talk about the power of surfing. He tells the story of his own 16-year career on the Championship Tour, the early days of pro surfing, his World Title season, and the moment he decided to pursue surfing as a career. He breaks down the upcoming Corona Open J-Bay, lists his favorite surfers ever at Jeffreys Bay, recalls how Filipe Toledo reimagined how to surf the wave with his iconic 10-point ride there, and reveals how there’s nowhere to hide on the perfect pointbreak and how it can expose your inadequacies as a surfer. He discusses his life before and after surfing, his first family surf trip to J-Bay, his father’s commitment to growing the sport, why he moved to Santa Barbara, California, and his decades-long love affair with Rincon and its point breaks. Finally, Shaun talks about creating The Code method, writing books to inspire people, his career as a speaker, working with others to find purpose and overcome loss, and the life-changing impact surfing can have.

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EP 116: Lucas “Chumbo” Chianca - The Red Bull Big Wave Awards, The happiest year of his life, His road from Saquarema to the peak of Big Wave surfing, His biggest influences, The tight Big Wave community, and The Nazare event that changed everything

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Big Wave surfer and Red Bull Big Wave Awards nominee Lucas “Chumbo” Chianca joins the podcast to talk about the happiest year of his life. He discusses his big 2022 that included the birth of his first daughter, watching his brother Joao compete on the Championship Tour, and being the only man nominated for all three categories of the 2022 Red Bull Big Wave Awards. He looks back at his road from the small town of Saquarema to the peak of the sport, the mentors like Carlos Burle who influenced him along the way, the local waves that first prepared him for Nazare, Jaws, and Mavericks, and his breakthrough performance at the 2017 Nazare event. He dives into the tight-knit Big Wave community, the strong bond of surfers in the water, and the athletes like Kai Lenny, Justine Dupont, Billy Kemper, and Joao Macedo who have inspired him to raise his game. Lucas also touches on his goals for the next season, working on the “Why We Go” Red Bull series, what he thinks about in the water during a massive swell, and tips for paddling into waves at Teahupo’o.

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Re-Air: EP 04: Filipe Toledo - Contending for a World Title, The importance of family, His need for speed, His rise to the Championship Tour, and How the last generation of Brazilians set today’s surfers up for success

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Re-Air of our fourth episode ever in November 2019 with Filipe Toledo, the current men’s World No. 1 and the first surfer to clinch his spot in the WSL Final 5.

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Re-Air: EP 06: Stephanie Gilmore - Breaking down Maui, her performance, the dynamics of her Carissa Moore, Caroline Marks, and Tyler Wright. Playing spoiler, her competitive drive, and the Olympics.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 07:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air from Dec 2019.

7x World Champion Stephanie Gilmore joins The Lineup to talk about: playing spoiler at the Maui Pro, next year’s Olympics, and who she wants to win it all at Pipe. She also discusses the dynamics between her, Carissa Moore, Caroline Marks, and Tyler Wright. In addition, she breaks down her competitive driving growing up, the Men's tour, and how she's training for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

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Watch her next at the Corona Open J-Bay July 12-21 on worldsurfleague.com.

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Re-Air: EP 109: Jack Robinson Returns - Returning to Margaret River, The Margaret River Pro, Dealing with hype at a young age, The Box vs. Pipeline, Making the Mid-Season Cut, eye-opening win in Mexico, and What he’s looking forward to in 2022's. 2nd half

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Re-Air of Episode 109 featuring the recent winner of the 2022 Quiksilver Pro G-Land, Jack Robinson!

Championship Tour star and Margaret River local Jack Robinson joins the podcast to talk about the Mid-season Cut-deciding event being held at his home break. He discusses his welcome return to Western Australia after spending 10 months of the year away, his passion for his home waves, and his excitement for potentially surfing at The Box. He breaks down his start to the season, including a strong 3rd place finish at the last event in Bells Beach that confirmed he had made the Mid-season Cut, and his focus turning from the pressure of the cut to making the WSL Final 5. He looks back at his road from Margaret River to the Championship Tour, how he dealt with intense hype from the media, fans, and sponsors from a very young age, how he doesn’t get distracted by comparisons to iconic surfers, and how his win last year in Mexico showed him surfing freely can have a real impact. Jack also talks about Pipeline versus The Box, filming Stab in the Dark, his thoughts on the season’s second half, Gabriel Medina’s return at G-Land, and much more.

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EP 115: Jackson Baker - His rookie year on the Championship Tour, The rise of The Wombats, Newcastle’s insane talent pool, Riding pink boards, Competing after loss, His experience at G-Land, and Goals for the rest of the season

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour rookie Jackson Baker joins the pod to talk about his debut season. He discusses the camaraderie among the young Australian surfers on tour (aka “The Wombats”), how important it is to have a support system in an individualistic sport, following the Brazilians’ blueprint, and all winning together. He looks back at his road to the CT, growing up in Merewhether, being sponsored by Rip Curl since he was eight years old, finding the right competitive headspace after losing his mom, competing on the Challenger Series, and making the Mid-season Cut. He shares why he rides pink boards and wears number 61 on his jersey, describes how his 2020 day job inspired him, explains his long relationship with Channel Islands, talks about the insane talent pool in Newcastle, and looks forward to the events he’s anticipating most to finish out the season.

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EP 114: Jeff Booth - G-Land 1995, Stories from the 1990s ASP, Surfing against Kelly, Curren, and Carroll, Improving through osmosis, The birth of the Dream Tour, Distant Local, and His picks for the G-Land event

Tue, 31 May 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Former Championship Tour surfer, 1995 G-Land finalist, and Laguna Beach local Jeff Booth joins the pod to talk about G-Land and his career on tour. He dives into all things G-Land, breaks down the different distinct sections of the long left break, describes what it was like to stay in the camps there, and looks back at surfing in the 1995 Final against Kelly Slater. He shares stories from the 1980s-90s ASP, including the state of the Championship Tour in that era, the creation of the Dream Tour, his biggest rivals, his event win at Reunion Island, and what he’s been up to since leaving the tour. He shares his origin story, from growing up in Laguna Beach and entering his first competition in 1977 to the importance of “osmosis” and improving your surfing by being exposed to other good surfers. Jeff also talks about his latest project Distant Local, Tom Curren’s dominance, achieving with humility, and Gabriel Medina, John John Florence, Carissa Moore, and his picks for the Quiksilver/ROXY Pro G-Land.

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EP 113: Callum Robson - A strong start to his CT career, The new generation of Australians on tour, A big win at Snapper Rocks, The dog-eat-dog Challenger Series, Mid-season Cut pressure, Evans Head, and What he’s looking forward to the rest of the season

Tue, 24 May 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Star Championship Tour rookie Callum Robson talks about the promising start to his young career. He discusses his big win at the Challenger Series opener at Snapper Rocks, what it meant for him, how he pushed his surfing in the intense dog-eat-dog environment, and thriving with a more attacking style. He details his time on the CT so far, leaning on the Australian veterans like Owen Wright, creating a tight crew of young Australian surfers similar to the Brazilians, and being aware and prepared for the Mid-season Cut coming into the season. He looks back at his road to the tour, from growing up in Evans Head, originally wanting to be a football player, doing a carpenter apprenticeship with his dad and realizing his priorities, and getting pushed by surfers like Liam O’Brien and Ethan Ewing. He then looks forward to the rest of the 2022 season (especially J-Bay and Tahiti), talks about his mindset, and sets his goals of making the WSL Final 5 and getting 1% better every day. Callum also talks about the devastating floods that have affected his hometown and what he’s doing to help (see links below).

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Watch him next at the Quiksilver Pro G-Land live May 28 to June 6.

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EP 112: Dimity Stoyle - Returning to competition on the Challenger Series, Her second career as a DJ, Making the film Surfing with her closest friends, A positive shift in surf brands, Creating a vibe through music, and Stories from her time on the CT

Tue, 17 May 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Challenger Series competitor, former Championship Tour surfer, and DJ Dimity Stoyle joins to talk about her career. She discusses focusing all her energy at the moment on the Challenger Series, starting off at Gold Coast and continuing at Sydney. She looks back at how commentating with Laura Enever on the WSL broadcasts last year and making the film Surfing with Dan Scott, Ava Warbrick, and all her closest friends during the pandemic gave her the urge to return to doing contests. She talks about signing with Roxy at age 30 and shares thoughts on the current state of surfing, how major brands are shifting more towards valuing people who are true to who they are and passionate about what they do, and trying to set a good example for the next generation of women in surfing. Then she dives into her DJ career, her alter-ego Shimmy Disco, the music she loves to play, how she creates a vibe, and how DJing is her second passion and the perfect job for a surfer. Dimity also shares stories about her origin story, her eye-opening first season on the Championship Tour, traveling and competing with Steph Gilmore, her future plans for music, and what she’s looking forward to for the rest of the Challenger Series season.

Learn more about Dimity here / here, support Shimmy Disco here, and check out her Roxy team vid here.

Watch her next at the GWM Sydney Surf Pro presented by Rip Curl live May 17-24.

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EP 111: Shannon Hughes - The Mid-season Cut, Her journey to the CT broadcast booth, Moving to J-Bay, The Challenger Series, Challenges of surf commentating, “Make or Break,” Advice to aspiring announcers, and Three athletes to watch the rest of the season

Tue, 10 May 2022 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Commentator Shannon Hughes joins the pod to talk about the Mid-season Cut and her journey to becoming a Championship Tour broadcaster. First, she shares her thoughts on the Mid-season Cut, what it was like to experience it on the ground in Margaret River, witnessing all the emotions, and also seeing how the pressure pushed the level of performance through the roof. She then takes us through her own personal journey in the sport, growing up in a surfing family, moving to J-Bay at 21, starting to compete in longboard events at a later age, commentating her first event in 2013, and finally getting called up to announce the CT. She breaks down the challenges of the job, describes talking live on air for full eight-hour days, discusses overcoming some unwelcoming co-commentators early in her career, and shares some key advice from Joe Turpel for aspiring announcers. Finally, Shannon talks about all the other projects she’s currently got in motion, from hosting The Double Up podcast, to starting The Women’s Surf Network, to working on the “Make or Break” series and commentating at the Olympics.

Keep up to date with Shannon here, check out the Women's Surf Network here, and listen to the Double-Up Podcast here.

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EP 110: Michael Dunphy - Qualifying for the Challenger Series, Preparing for Gold Coast, The clear roadmap to the CT, His Virginia Beach origin story, Surviving the grind, Facing friends in competition, Career highlights, and Winning the North America QS

Tue, 03 May 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Winner of the WSL North America men’s QS tour Michael Dunphy joins the podcast to talk about his career year. After bagging two big wins in the regional Qualifying Series, he discusses making it onto the Challenger Series and starting the season in just a few days on the Gold Coast. He looks back at his long road through pro surfing, from getting his start in Virginia Beach, to choosing surfing over other sports, to battling through the QS, to surfing against the world’s best as a wildcard at the Surf Ranch Pro last year. He looks forward to the Challenger Series, his plans to surf all eight events, his desire to keep the momentum hot through the Australian leg, his close friendship with some of the other competitors, and the clear roadmap to the Championship Tour.

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EP 109: Jack Robinson Returns - Returning to Margaret River, Margaret River Pro, Dealing with hype at a young age, Pipeline vs. The Box, Making the Mid-Season Cut, His eye-opening win in Mexico, and What he’s looking forward to in the season’s 2nd half

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:01:00 -0000

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Re-Air: EP 17/18: Mick Fanning - Gold Coast upbringings, His infamous encounter, 10 years + with Rip curl, Competing against the greats like Kelly Slater and Andy Irons, and the prospect of returning to competition.

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 07:01:00 -0000

A Re-Air of Episodes 17 and 18 featuring 3x World Champion Mick Fanning.

In the first half of this two-part series, 3x World Champ and fastest-surfer-alive Mick Fanning lets loose about his evolution from scrawny Gold Coast grom to competitive machine, his infamous encounter and new stance on sharks five years later, and his decades-long relationship with Rip Curl.

In the second half of this two-part series, Mick returns to talk about going head to head with prime Kelly Slater and Andy Irons, the physical gap between the QS and CT, 2020 season predictions and the possibility of returning to the tour in the future.

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EP 108: Adam Robertson - What to watch for at Bells Beach, Surfing Victoria, The positive power of surfing, His magic run at Bells in 2009, Coaching elite young talent, Supporting equality in the lineup, and The best Bells surfers ever

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Surfing Victoria CEO and former pro surfer Adam Robertson joins the podcast to talk about the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach being held at his home break. He dives into the different parts and peaks of the iconic spot, lists his favorite Bells surfers, and makes his predictions for standout performers in the event. He breaks down his own competitive career, his amazing 2nd place finish as a wildcard at Bells in 2009, surfing for Australia in the ISA World Junior Championships, and his memorable time on the Qualifying Series. He talks in depth about Surfing Victoria, the positive power of surfing, and how their programs work to get more women into the sport, support equality in the lineup, teach surfers ocean safety, and promote surfing and water safety to indigenous youth around Victoria. Adam also touches on surf coaching, some of the elite young local talent aiming for the Championship Tour, his favorite surf movies, and his very unique prizes for winning the O’Neill Coldwater Classic in Scotland.

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EP 107: Sally Fitzgibbons Returns - The upcoming Bells Beach event, Her spiritual connection to Bells, Accomplishing 2 career milestones in 2021, The Mid-season Cut, Inspiring athletes outside surfing, and Competing at Pipeline for the first time

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour star Sally Fitzgibbons returns to the pod to talk about the upcoming Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach and beyond. She discusses the tradition of making the pilgrimage to Bells, her spiritual connection to that specific break, what it was like to ring the bell after her first win there, the importance of not rushing things on the wave, and her favorite sections of the iconic break. She looks towards the upcoming Mid-season Cut and breaks down the hungry, “swing free” mentality she will bring into the next two events. She looks back at her amazing 2021 season where she accomplished two major career milestones - representing Australia in the Olympics and surfing in the first-ever Rip Curl WSL Finals. Sally also touches on athletes in other sports who have influenced her, her comfort and success at Margaret River, the purist experience of connecting to a wave, competing at Pipeline for the first time, and her role in the 2032 Olympic games in Brisbane.

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EP 106: Julian Wilson - Life after the Championship Tour, His career genesis, Young Guns III, Riding alt crafts, Rivvia Projects, The surfers who influenced him most, and A potential return to competition

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 07:01:00 -0000

The explosive, dynamic former Championship Tour superstar Julian Wilson joins the podcast to check in after his year away from the tour. He dives into all the elements that went into his tough decision to retire from the CT, how his family changed his priorities, and how the pandemic played in. He talks about what he’s been up to during his welcome break from competition and discusses rediscovering his love for riding longboard and alt crafts. He looks back at the genesis of his successful career in pro surfing, including growing up in a surfing family in Coolum, getting into the industry (and feeling that pressure) at a very young age, the life-altering moment of getting the final part in “Young Guns III,” signing with Nike, fighting to provide for his family, and finally qualifying for the tour. He breaks down his time on tour, his strengths and weaknesses as a competitor, and the surfers who influenced him most. Finally, Julian looks forward to the future, working on the Rivvia Projects, still being in his prime, and training to hopefully compete at the Challenger Series events in Australia.

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Re-Air: EP 60: Nick Carroll - Surf Journalism, Australia vs California, Ironic counter culture, The pandemic surfing boom, The death of surf culture, and Kelly Slater’s future

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:01:00 -0000

Re-Air of Episode 60 (Originally Aired March 16th 2021)

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Author and surf scribe Nick Carroll joins the podcast for a deep discussion about a wide and unexpected array of surfing topics. He breaks down the differences between Australian and American surf journalism as well as the similarities between the California and Australia surf scenes. He describes how you can learn a lot about who a person really is by watching them in the water. He dives into the irony of surfing’s counter culture, the long-standing surf institutions, the anti-establishment community, and the death of surf culture. He shares stories of his early competitive aspirations, watching his younger brother win World Titles, and how he moved from competing to writing about surfing for a living. He also touches on the current surfing boom caused by the pandemic and Kelly Slater’s future on tour before giving his top five things that changed the pro surfing game forever.

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Re-Air: EP 38: Griffin Colapinto - Winning the Vans Triple Crown, California's next great Title Contender, buying a house, having success at a young age, and growing up with San Clemente super talent like Kolohe Andino and many others.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:01:00 -0000

The Lineup Episode 38 Re-Air featuring a conversation with Griffin Colapinto in August of 2020.

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Griffin Colapinto talks about his role as California’s next great Title Contender, his relationship with Kolohe Andino, buying his own house, being the first and only Californian to win the Vans Triple Crown, and having success at such a young age.

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EP 105: International Women’s Day Special with Jessi Miley-Dyer & Rosy Hodge - Their inspirations, The evolution of the women’s tour, Equal prize money, Progression in women’s surfing, Rising Tides, and Honoring trailblazing women in sports at Portugal

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 08:02:17 -0000

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Rosy Hodge and Jessi Miley-Dyer take over The Lineup for a special episode. The two start by telling the story of how they met at the World Junior Games in Durban about 20 years ago. They share how they each got into surfing at a young age, the surfers they came up through the ranks with, and the women that inspired them along the way. They dive deep into the evolution of the women’s Championship Tour over the last decade and the impact its made on the next generation of women in surfing, including instituting equal prize money, holding men’s and women’s events at all the same venues, and the women competing for the first time at Pipeline. Jessi and Rosy also discuss the huge progression in women’s surfing, this year’s super talented rookie class and the young women poised to join the tour soon, what to expect at the waves of consequence on tour, the impactful WSL Rising Tides program, and honoring trailblazing women in sports with the International Women’s Day activation at the MEO Pro Portugal presented by Rip Curl.

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EP 104: Barron Mamiya - His career-changing win at Sunset Beach, Surfing against Kelly at Pipeline, New goals for the 2022 season, His road to the Championship Tour, and The upcoming event at Portugal

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Current World No. 1 Barron Mamiya joins the podcast to talk about his massive win at the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach presented by Shiseido. The young star discusses his strong start to the season, surfing against Kelly Slater at Pipeline, and going from wildcard to winner at Sunset. He goes in-depth about what the win meant to him as a North Shore local, how it changed the trajectory of his career in a moment, and his new goals for the rest of the Championship Tour season. Barron also describes his journey to the tour, growing up with a group of young Hawaiian chargers, surfing Pipe for the first time at age 9, and how he’s preparing to defend the yellow jersey at the upcoming MEO Pro Portugal presented by Rip Curl.

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Re-Air: EP 95: Brisa Hennessy - Requalifying for the Championship Tour, Growing up off the grid in Costa Rica, Mental Strength, Challenger Series success, Rookie year lessons, Living in Namotu, Costa Rica in the Olympics, and Preparing for Pipeline

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Today's episode is a Re-Air featuring WSL CT surfer Brisa Hennessy. Brisa is the newly crowned champion of the 2022 Hurley Pro Sunset Beach Presented By Shiseido and is heading into the MEO Pro Portugal as number one in the. world.

Championship Tour surfer Brisa Hennessy joins the pod to talk about her strong showing on the Challenger Series and requalifying for the CT. She breaks down her success on the new Challenger Series, the pressure she felt at the US Open, qualifying early, and how that impacted her nerves, expectations, and confidence going forward. She dives into the importance of mental strength in this sport, the uncontrollable nature of the ocean, how working with a sports psychologist has helped her be a better competitor, and some valuable advice given to her by Mick Fanning in Europe. She looks back at her unique upbringing off the grid in Costa Rica and how her childhood shaped her, moving to Oahu to pursue competition, and then eventually moving again to Namotu with her family. Brisa also shares stories about competing for Costa Rica in the Olympics, her rookie season on tour, “stealing like an artist,” trying new equipment, surfing for her dream sponsor Rip Curl, and her experiences training for the first Championship Tour event at Pipeline.

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EP 103: Laura Enever Returns - Sunset Beach predictions, Pipeline highlights, Kelly’s big win, Moana’s moment, Her upcoming Tour Vlog, Hunting big barrels, and A memorable winter on the North Shore

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Big wave surfer, former Championship Tour competitor, and WSL commentator Laura Enever returns to talk about her memorable winter on the North Shore. She discusses surfing for three weeks straight leading up to the opening event, scoring barrels at Off The Wall, filming her Tour Vlog, and witnessing history at Pipeline. She breaks down all the highlights from the Billabong Pro Pipeline, shares her most memorable moments, gives her take on Kelly Slater’s win and Moana Jones Wong’s performance, and looks forward to the impact that the event will have going forward. She then makes her predictions for the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach presented by Shiseido and lists the athletes she thinks can make a deep run in the event. Finally, Laura touches on surfing Jaws, the talented rookie class on tour, and being the first woman to get inducted as a North Narrabeen Board Riders life member.

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EP 102: Joao Chianca - His debut at the Billabong Pro Pipeline, A massive North Shore winter, The year that changed everything, The road to the Championship Tour, Performing at Pipe, His surfing family, and Big goals for his rookie year

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour rookie Joao Chianca joins the podcast to talk about making his debut at the Billabong Pro Pipeline. He recaps his huge winter on the North Shore, enjoying an amazing run of swell, staying at the Volcom house for the first time, and competing in his first career event. He breaks down how he prepared for Pipeline, how he took a short break to recharge for the season, and how different it is surfing in heats with one other person versus free surfing with hundreds of people in the lineup. He looks back at his road to the CT, growing up in Saquarema with his big wave surfing brother Lucas Chianca, idolizing Gabriel Medina and Adriano de Souza, competing and traveling the Qualifying Series with Samuel Pupo and Mateus Herdy, and his life-changing 2019 that eventually led to qualifying for the tour at Haleiwa last year. Joao also touches on making the switch to riding Channel Islands boards, the challenges of competing at places he’s never surfed before, and his big goals for his rookie year.

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EP 101: Luana Silva - Making her debut at Pipeline, Her road to the Championship Tour, Challenger Series breakthroughs, Home field advantage at Sunset, Surfing with power, Carissa Moore’s impact, and The new generation of young women on tour

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour rookie Luana Silva joins the podcast to talk about making her debut at the Billabong Pro Pipeline. Born and raised on the North Shore, she discusses the first time she surfed Pipeline at the age of 11, how hard it is to train there, and her strategy going into her historic first event. She breaks down her breakthrough season on the Challenger Series, details her big performances at Portugal and Haleiwa, and describes the mindset she’s taking into her rookie year on tour. She looks back at her journey to the CT, growing up in Hawaii, feeling right at home at Sunset Beach, learning to surf with power, and progressing her air game. Luana also touches on the tour events she’s most excited to surf, the pressure of the midseason cut line, Carissa Moore’s impact, focusing on the ocean and not her competitors, and being part of the amazing new generation of women on tour.

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EP 100: Caroline Marks - 100th Episode! - Making history at Pipeline, Preparing for North Shore events, The long and wild 2021 season, Florida and family, The Olympics, and How to reach her World Title goals

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:08:47 -0000

The Lineup podcast celebrates its 100th episode with Championship Tour star, Olympian, and World Title contender Caroline Marks. She talks about preparing for the historic Billabong Pro Pipeline, the first-ever full women’s CT event at Pipe. She discusses practicing at Pipeline over Thanksgiving, getting her North Shore quiver locked in with shaper Matt Biolos, and her game plan for taking on the world’s most dangerous wave. She looks back at her 2021 season that feels like forever ago, from the false-positive test at the start of the year, to the incredible experience at the Olympics, to just missing out on the WSL Final 5, to getting energized and focused for this season. Caroline also touches on growing up in Florida, the impact her family has had on her career and passion for surfing, maturing while on tour, facing your surfing idols at such a young age, and Caitlin Simmers’ big decision to forgo the tour.

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EP 99: Justin Gane - The making of ‘Re-Pulse’, Becoming a surf filmmaker, The global impact of his filmography, Early days with Margo and Neal Purchase Jr., Sliding door moments, Four generations of surfers, and The current state of Australian surfing.

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Australian surf filmmaker Justin Gane joins the podcast to talk about his new and highly-anticipated film ‘Re-Pulse’. He breaks down creating ‘Re-Pulse’ nearly 25 years after releasing his iconic surf film 'Pulse’. He discusses the four generations of surfers that span his new film and all of his inspirations behind the lens. He looks back at his road to becoming a filmmaker, starting out as a surfer, the accident and “sliding door moment” that changed his life forever, and his early days of filmmaking with good friends and Australian surfers Brenden “Margo” Margieson and Neal Purchase Jr. Lastly, he breaks down his thoughts on the current state of Australian surfing, the exciting young surfers coming up, and who to look out for on the WSL Championship Tour.

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EP 98: Nat Young - Preparing for Pipeline, Requalifying for the Championship Tour, Surfing as a dad, How Santa Cruz shaped him, The power in letting go, and The event he’s most excited to surf again

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer Nat Young joins the podcast to discuss his long-awaited return to the tour and starting the season at the upcoming Billabong Pro Pipeline. He breaks down his eventful year, the packed Challenger Series, the short offseason, raising a baby daughter, and finding time to surf and train as a new dad. He discusses requalifying for the tour after four seasons away and how different it is from when he first qualified as a rookie in 2013. He talks about the power of letting go, not overthinking too much, and rediscovering his confidence throughout his journey back to the CT. Nat describes how his hometown of Santa Cruz, California has shaped him and looks back at getting his start in the unique and proud surf community there and winning the Coldwater Classic at age 17. He also touches on the tour stop he’s most excited to surf again, overcoming tragedy, surfing Pipeline versus Sunset Beach, and the exciting rookie class.

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Re-Air: EP 80: Keala Kennelly - Equality in women’s surfing, Charging Teahupo’o, The importance of opportunity, Competing against the Irons brothers, Big Wave surfing, Working in Hollywood, and Her career on the Championship Tour

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 08:01:00 -0000

Happy New Year!

Big Wave World Champion and former Championship Tour surfer Keala Kennelly talks about her successful career as a surfing pioneer. She dives deep into equality in women’s surfing, touching on the importance of women’s events at waves of consequence like Pipeline and Teahupo’o, her excitement about the women’s CT returning to those places yearly, fighting for and eventually winning equal pay, and how female surfers always rise to the occasion when given the opportunity. She dissects her own origin story and career on tour, from growing up in a surfing family on Kauai and competing with the Irons brothers, to making it onto the tour, always performing better at big waves than smaller beach breaks, and her eventual decision to leave the CT for free surfing. Keala also shares stories about her evolution into a Big Wave champion, her first time surfing Teahupo’o, working in Hollywood on “Blue Crush” and “John In Cincinnati,” her career as a DJ, and how the WSL has begun to embrace LGBT surfers like Tyler Wright.

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Re-Air: EP 55: Randy Rarick - The early days of the Championship Tour, The all-time greats at Sunset Beach, Crowning the first World Champion, The shift to Pipeline, His Top 5 moments of North Shore lore

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 08:01:00 -0000

The first of our re-air episodes for the holidays. We hope you safely get some waves where ever you are!

WSL founder and Sunset Beach local Randy Rarick talks about the early days of the Championship Tour, getting started in 1976, the very first contest on the North Shore, crowning Peter Townend as the first World Champion, and how he got into the administrative side of pro surfing. He dives into his personal story, from growing up in Hawaii to learning to surf from Rabbit Kekai, his biggest influences as a surfer, and shaping his own surfboards. He also talks all things Sunset, including his thoughts about the wave as a stop on the Championship Tour, how the greats left their mark on Sunset, and the shift to Pipeline as “The Place.” In the first “Top 5” segment of the podcast, Randy gives his top five moments of North Shore lore.

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EP 97: Mega Mailbag - Surfing bucket list, The 2022 rookie class, WSL’s new three-tier system, To run or not to run?, The most rewarding part of the podcast, Dave’s favorite conversations thus far, and Listener questions on all things surfing

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 08:01:00 -0000

In this special episode of the pod, host Dave Prodan wraps up the year by diving into the mailbag and answering listener questions about all things surfing. Beyond the podcast and the Championship Tour, topics include Dave’s surfing bucket list, the incoming CT rookie class, helping surfers after they retire from the tour, the new three-tier system, The Lineup fantasy league, and how the WSL decides when to run heats. Plus, Dave shares the most rewarding part of the podcast and reveals some of his favorite conversations from the past 97 episodes.

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EP 96: The Break Room - 2022 Hot Takes, Challenger Series reactions, An impactful rookie class, 2021 Championship Tour Highlights, A new era on the Women’s CT, Tales from the North Shore, and Listener Questions

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:01:00 -0000

In 2021’s final “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the upcoming 2022 Championship Tour roster. They react to the finale of the Challenger Series, get pumped for the massive, diverse, and exciting rookie class headed to the CT, discuss the new generation of women that are about to shake up the rankings, and pick a few surfers they’re most excited to watch in 2022. They also look back at their favorite memories from the long, winding road that was the 2021 season and each provide warm, hot, and SPICY takes for the upcoming year. As always, they answer a long list of fan questions, ranging from dream podcast guests to the tour’s golden era to what would happen if the Break Room faced off in a surf contest of its own.

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EP 95: Brisa Hennessy - Requalifying for the Championship Tour, Growing up off the grid in Costa Rica, Mental Strength, Challenger Series success, Rookie year lessons, Living in Namotu, Surfing for Costa Rica in the Olympics, and Preparing for Pipeline

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer Brisa Hennessy joins the pod to talk about her strong showing on the Challenger Series and requalifying for the CT. She breaks down her success on the new Challenger Series, the pressure she felt at the US Open, qualifying early, and how that impacted her nerves, expectations, and confidence going forward. She dives into the importance of mental strength in this sport, the uncontrollable nature of the ocean, how working with a sports psychologist has helped her be a better competitor, and some valuable advice given to her by Mick Fanning in Europe. She looks back at her unique upbringing off the grid in Costa Rica and how her childhood shaped her, moving to Oahu to pursue competition, and then eventually moving again to Namotu with her family. Brisa also shares stories about competing for Costa Rica in the Olympics, her rookie season on tour, trying new equipment, surfing for her dream sponsor Rip Curl, and her experiences training for the first Championship Tour event at Pipeline.

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EP 94: Ezekiel Lau - The wild past year of his career, His road back to the Championship Tour, Haleiwa, Competing against a stacked class of surfers since childhood, Snapt 4, The Ultimate Surfer, Choosing power, and The best surfer ever at Pipeline

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer Ezekiel Lau joins the podcast to talk about the wild past year of his career. He describes focusing all his energy on the upcoming Challenger Series finale at Haleiwa, how different it is to prepare for Haleiwa vs Pipe, the expectations put on him as a local Hawaiian surfer, and requalifying for the CT after a year away. He looks back at his journey to becoming a pro surfer, growing up in a non-surfing family in Honolulu, getting pushed by his father to compete, learning the surf industry, and the uber-talented class of surfers he grew up competing against. He dives into his time on The Ultimate Surfer, why he applied for the show, the risks of appearing on it, who his biggest threats were, and how winning the show helped his career. He also talks about going to Kamehameha schools, navigating the industry shift from magazines to Youtube, filming Snapt 4, making improvements to his surfing, harnessing his power, and what surfer he thinks is the best ever at Pipeline.

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EP 93: Travis Logie - Inventing the Finals format, WSL's new three-tier system, Top moments from a decade on tour, The Golden Age of the Quiksilver team, His road from Durban to the CT, Jordy Smith hype, and Promising young South African surfers

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Former Championship Tour surfer and current WSL Senior Manager of Tours & Competition Travis Logie talks about the massive changes in pro surfing over the past few seasons. Hear straight from the mouth of the inventor of the Rip Curl WSL Finals format how he came up with the idea, how it became a reality, and how he thought it worked in its first year. He describes the new three-tier system in pro surfing, with the Championship Tour, heightened Challenger Series, and regional Qualifying Series, and how it will impact the sport going forward. He then dives into his own long career as a pro, from growing up in Durban, South Africa, getting a late start in surfing, winning the ISA games, and eventually competing for ten years on the CT. Travis also touches on stories from the golden days of the Quiksilver team, his wild re-surf at Teahupo’o against good friend Jordy Smith, explosive talents like Jordy and Dane Reynolds, and which young South African surfers to watch out for."

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Re-Air: Ep 56: Dr. Easkey Britton - The 30x30 petition and We Are One Ocean campaign, Blue Health, The Irish surf scene, and the Top 5 ways the ocean can benefit your health

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Irish marine social scientist and big wave surfer Dr. Easkey Britton talks about the We Are One Ocean campaign and the 30x30 petition that calls on world leaders to protect 30% of our shared one ocean by the year 2030. She dives deep into Blue Health and the countless proven mental and physical benefits of being in the ocean, from the healing effects of the water on PTSD, anxiety, and depression to the impact of cool water immersion on the nervous system. She details her family’s roots in surfing, explores her competitive career and how she got into big wave surfing, and breaks down the Irish surf scene. Then, in this week’s “Top 5” segment of the podcast, Easkey breaks down the top five ways that the ocean can benefit your health.

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EP 92: The Break Room - A very busy “Offseason,” Challenger Series highlights, A potentially star-studded rookie class, WSL PURE, The We Are One Ocean petition, Mental Health in surfing, Equal pay, and Our biggest 2022 Championship Tour predictions

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 08:01:00 -0000

In the latest “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the Championship Tour’s “offseason,” the Challenger Series, and WSL PURE’s We Are One Ocean petition. To start, the crew describes what they’ve been working on since the World Champions were crowned at Lower Trestles, how the offseason is getting more packed than ever, and the fast-approaching start to the 2022 season. They discuss all things Challenger Series, break down the France and Portugal events, pick out their favorite moments so far, and make some predictions for the event at Haleiwa that will decide next year’s class of CT surfers. They then talk about WSL PURE and what the league has done in the conservation and sustainability spaces over the past season, the We Are One Ocean petition and campaign, and the upcoming takeover of the UN Biodiversity social accounts. Then as always, the Break Room answers a wide array of listener questions spanning topics such as Julian Wilson’s future on tour, big 2022 predictions, mental health in surfing, the Metaverse, and equal pay.

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EP 91: Jamie Brisick - Stories from a life in surfing, The difference between pro surfers then and now, Malibu in the 70s and 80s, Transforming from surfer to writer, Finding creativity, Life after the tour, Studying in Japan, and his new upcoming film

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 07:01:00 -0000

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EP 90: Honolua Blomfield - Winning the Longboard World Title at Malibu, Competing fiercely while appearing calm, North Shore origins, Her current quiver, Her longboard inspirations, and What’s next for the three-time champ

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Three-time WSL Longboard World Champion Honolua Blomfield talks about her recent World Title win at Malibu. She describes what it was like to clinch the title at such an iconic wave, her first time surfing Malibu at age 10, feeling support from the longboard community there, and what another title means for her personally and career-wise. She dissects her mentality during competition, how she feels less and less pressure as the years go on, her mathematical brain, and being fierce while appearing calm. She talks about growing up on the North Shore, competing in both shortboard and longboard events, getting sponsored at a young age, and being influenced by her tight surfing family. Honolua also touches on moving to California, her current quiver, the origin of her name, and her goals going forward.

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EP 89: Alejandro Moreda - The Ultimate Surfer experience, Puerto Rico’s strong surf scene, Defining North Shore moments, QS adventures, Andy Irons, surfing for Billabong, the 2010 Rip Curl Search event, and Growing up on the “Hawaii of the East Coast”

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 07:01:00 -0000

The Ultimate Surfer competitor and Puerto Rican pro surfer Alejandro Moreda about his surfing origins, growing up on the “Hawaii of the East Coast,” charging big waves, and adjusting to small wave contests once he decided to leave and pursue the tour. He describes his early years on the Qualifying Series alongside Dylan Graves and Brian Toth, banding together around a dream, eventually signing on with Billabong, and earning his place on the North Shore. He looks back at the bittersweet 2010 Rip Curl Search event in Puerto Rico, his relationship with Andy Irons, and how the loss of AI changed him. Finally, he breaks down his time on The Ultimate Surfer, from the intense interview process to his time on set to what the show has meant for him and for the kids back home that are aspiring to be surfers.

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Re-Air: EP 28: Britt Merrick - Channel Islands origins, The weirdest board he’s ever shaped, Coping with tragedy, Carrying the torch, Working with pros, The future of surfboard shaping, Pro model boards, and Shark talk

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Channel Island Lead Shaper Britt Merrick talks about carrying on the Channel Islands legacy, working with pro athletes, the most bizarre boards he ever shaped, surviving the pandemic, dealing with tragedy, sharks, and the CI team moving forward.

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EP 88: The Break Room - The Rip Curl WSL Finals recap (with pizza), Standouts from Lower Trestles, US Open highlights, The next generation of superstar women, The Challenger Series. Kelly Slater chairs, Listener mailbag, and A very fond farewell

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 07:01:00 -0000

In the all-new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the title-deciding Rip Curl WSL Finals, the Challenger Series, and more. First, the crew revisits their predictions for the Finals, awards pizza to the winning team, chooses their standout performances, and shares stories of how the event went off from an employee’s perspective. They then recap the US Open of Surfing, assess the insane talent level on the Challenger Series, dive into the young generation of women who are shaking up the sport, and discuss whether or not any of the young talents could potentially turn down a spot on tour if they qualified this season. The Break Room says goodbye to longtime producer Ryan, who shares the podcast’s origin story, looks back at his favorite (and least favorite) episodes, and describes his experience working with Dave Prodan. Finally, they answer listener questions on a wide array of topics like who would chair Kelly Slater up the beach for his next win, drug testing on tour, The Ultimate Surfer, female surf coaches, a mysterious “voice doppelganger,” and more.

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EP 87: Courtney Conlogue - The US Open, Her comeback 2021 season, Waves of consequence on tour, Recovering from serious concussions, Strike mission to Tahiti, The effects of social media, and Her thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 07:01:00 -0000

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BONUS: Gillette Venus presents the Board of Trust Seas: A discussion on women's pivotal role in ocean conservancy featuring Carissa Moore

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 07:01:00 -0000

2021 WSL World Champion, Olympic gold medalist, and ocean advocate Carissa Moore joins a panel of six women breaking barriers in ocean conservation. Carissa and the other guests discuss what the ocean means to them and the number one reason that motivates them to protect it, their experience in ocean health and the projects that they have worked on in ocean science, and mistakes in the industry that they’ve learned from. They dive deep into the importance for young women to have their own voice, their advice for young girls interested in this field, resources for parents to start their kids in practicing good eco-awareness, and a wide variety of tips and advice for people to get started in ocean sustainability. The Board of Trust-Seas panel was formed and sponsored by Gillette Venus. To get involved in ocean conservation today, sign and share the We Are One Ocean petition on weareoneocean.org.

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BONUS: The Ultimate Surfer Post Show EP 5 - The Season Finale, Special guest Koa Smith, The ultra-competitive final, Tips from Kelly Slater, An exclusive interview with the two winners, and What the grand prize means for their careers

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Cassie Randolph and Joe Turpel are joined by special guest Koa Smith to dive into the season finale of The Ultimate Surfer. They talk with Koa about his “hit list,” the unexpected and difficult Beach Battles throughout the season, getting thrown curve balls at every turn, and getting game-changing tips on riding the wave at Surf Ranch from Kelly Slater and Filipe Toledo. They break down the show’s impact on his career, the most memorable performances throughout the season, and the thrilling final surf off. To wrap up the season, Cassie and Joe interview the show’s two winners. They discuss what inspired them to apply for the show in the first place, their different strategies, finding the competitive edge throughout the season, the show-clinching Final performances, and what winning the $100,000 prize and three wildcard spots on the WSL Championship Tour means to them.

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BONUS: The Ultimate Surfer Post Show EP 04 - Crunchtime, Surf Combine, Big airs, An unwavering alliance, The most painful Surf Off yet, Discovering the four finalists, and An exclusive interview with one of the show’s most entertaining stars

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Cassie Randolph and Joe Turpel dive deep into the second-to-last episode of the season. With the competition down to just six surfers, the level of surfing and the stakes are both raised. They break down the Surf Combine challenge, complete with some serious wetsuit struggles, and the Best Maneuver Challenge, with huge tricks and a surprise appearance by Championship Tour Surfer and Surf Ranch standout Filipe Toledo. Joe and Cassie share their personal favorite maneuvers before recapping the most important challenge of the season so far. They also discuss an unwavering alliance that lasts until the very end and the single most painful Surf Off yet. Finally, they do an exclusive interview one of the most entertaining stars of the show and get behind-the-scenes details on this do-or-die episode, the serious mental warfare going down at the Surf Ranch, the unique challenge of team surfing, and the season’s biggest rivalry.

The Ultimate Surfer airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC.

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EP 86: Live with Tom Curren and Mason Ho - Their first search trips, Juggling free surfing and competitive surfing, Thoughts on the new CT, Most anticipated Challenger Series and Championship Tour stops, and picks for the Rip Curl WSL Finals.

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Tom Curren and Mason Ho join Dave Prodan live from Trestles to talk about the Rip Curl WSL Finals, what their first memories of Search trips are, Mason’s love of competitive surfing and free surfing, and Tom’s thoughts on the progression of surfing over the years. They answer questions from the Instagram community and Mason shares a special story about a favorite memory of surfing with Tom at Sunset.

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EP 85: Live with Bethany Hamilton - Competing on the QS, Dealing with fame, balancing family life with pro surfing, Her picks for the Finals, Why she loves Big Wave surfing, and How she deals with fear.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Bethany Hamilton joins Dave Prodan live from Trestles and talks about the Rip Curl WSL Finals, what she wants to accomplish next, the difficult balance of family and pro surfing, and why she loves being a life coach. She dives into her picks for the Rip Curl WSL Finals, where she would hold the finals if she got to choose, and if she’ll be back on the QS. Finally, she answers fan questions including why she loves big wave surfing, how to deal with fear, and if she would ever want to work behind the scenes for the surf industry.

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EP 84: Live with Tyler Wright - Tahiti cancellation, 20 years with Rip Curl, Thoughts on Trestles, Championship picks, and who she gets inspiration from.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Tyler Wright joins Dave Prodan live from Trestles and talks about the Rip Curl WSL Finals, how she took the news of the cancellation of the Tahiti event, who she thinks will win the title (and who she wants to win the title), and two women that she continues to get inspiration from.

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EP 83: Live pod with Mick Fanning - Thoughts on Trestles, Finals picks, Life off tour, Would he take another wildcard, Australia's up and comers, and his highest pressure moments

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

3x World Champ and fastest-surfer-alive Mick Fanning joins Dave Prodan in the first ever live episode of The Lineup. From the Rip Curl surf center in San Clemente, Mick kicks off the window of the Rip Curl WSL Finals and no topic is off the table.

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BONUS: The Ultimate Surfer Post Show Ep 03 - A game-changing twist, Wild wildcards, Triumphant returns, Heated Surf Offs, Relationships on set, Bachelor meets Surf Ranch, “Honey in your eyeballs,” and A behind-the-scenes interview with a cast member

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Cassie Randolph and Joe Turpel dive deep into all of the massive twists that hit in the fifth and sixth episodes of the show. In the biggest shake-up yet, two surfers get their big breaks and return to the show as wildcards. Cassie and Joe break down what it meant for the two wildcards, as well as how it affects the energy, confidence, and strategy of the other surfers still in the competition. They look back at the surprise visit from some famous “Bachelor” and “Bachelorette” stars, an intense Floater Challenge under the lights, and surfing so sweet it’s like “squeezing honey in your eyeballs.” Cassie and Joe identify the Lone Wolf and Puppet Master emerging in the competition, discuss the end of the team game, and dissect a very heated Surf Off. Finally, they interview the next cast member and get insider info on the game-changing twist, teaching a reality star how to surf, relationships on set, mental warfare, and how much The Ultimate Surfer has helped them grow as a competitor.

The Ultimate Surfer airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC.

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EP 82: Kolohe Andino - Rip Curl WSL Finals predictions, His new film “Reckless Isolation,” Qualifying as a teenager, “Aha” moments on tour, Returning to the jersey, Becoming a father, Board shaping, Beating the Brazilians, and Growing up at Lower Trestles

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 07:01:00 -0000

San Clemente’s own Championship Tour star and Olympian Kolohe Andino talks about his almost full season away from the tour and his much-anticipated return to competition. He shares his thoughts on the first-ever Rip Curl WSL Finals, makes his World Title picks, discusses the challenge of surfing five heats in a single day, and provides some local insight about his home break of Lower Trestles. He dives into his new film “Reckless Isolation,” shares stories of making it with his closest friends, breaks down some of the standout parts, and looks at surf films’ place in the surfing world. Kolohe also gives us a tour through his long career, from qualifying as a teenager and facing off against alpha dogs like Kelly Slater, Taj Burrow, and Joel Parkinson in their primes, to comparing himself to John John Florence, Gabriel Medina, and Nat Young, to having a game-changing “Aha” moment. He revisits his time away from tour, finding it fun to be a fan, and feeling right back at home in the jersey at his long-awaited return in Tokyo and Mexico. He also touches on adjusting his mentality, focusing on the positives, starting a family, getting into shaping, how to beat the Brazilians, and other stories from life as a self-proclaimed “surf turkey.”

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BONUS: The Ultimate Surfer Post Show Ep 02 - Life on set, The stand outs so far, One very funny challenge, Surf Off strategy, Tough eliminations, A potential power team, Off-day activities, and A behind-the-scenes interview with a surprise cast member

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Cassie Randolph and Joe Turpel dive deep into the third and fourth episodes of the show. They discuss how hard it is to settle into life on a set like The Ultimate Surfer and touch on which surfers have stood out to them so far, from Koa’s nonstop energy and Zeke’s lazer focus, to Tia’s competitiveness and Malia’s strategic mind. They break down the challenges, including the very competitive Barrel Challenge and some unintentional comedy in the Paddle Battle. After some more tough eliminations, the duo looks forward to seeing a new potential power team and talk about the best strategies for the Surf Off. Finally, Cassie and Joe interview another surprise cast member, getting behind-the-scenes intel on the what it’s like to live surrounded by cameras 24/7, what the contestants did in their days off, the minimal practice opportunities, and what each surfer was really competing for.

The Ultimate Surfer airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC.

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EP 81: The Break Room - Rip Curl WSL Finals picks, One wild end to the CT season, Scenarios Galore, Big names missed requalification, The Challenger Series, Traveling for work, The Ultimate Surfer, Listener questions, and More insights from inside WSL HQ

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

In the all-new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the wild ending to the season in Mexico, the ever-changing WSL Final 5 scenarios, and what it was like from an employee’s perspective when the news of Tahiti’s cancellation broke. They divide into teams to make their picks for each matchup of the Rip Curl WSL Finals, discuss requalification, say goodbye to the big names they’ll miss most from the Championship Tour, and look forward to the quickly approaching Challenger Series. Finally, they open up the mailbag and answer listener questions on topics ranging from The Ultimate Surfer, getting to travel for work, big prize checks, the future of the Rip Curl WSL Finals format, athlete milestones, surfing in South America, and more.

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BONUS: The Ultimate Surfer Post Show EP 01 - First impressions, The teams to beat, A heated rivalry early on, Surprise challenges, The pressure of the wave at Surf Ranch, and An insider interview with a cast member

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0000

To kick off the season, Cassie Randolph and Joe Turpel break down the show’s first two episodes. They give their first impressions of the 14 cast members, analyze the strongest and weakest pairings, and speculate on a heated rivalry that quickly arises between two of the surfers. Cassie and Joe then dive into the challenges, including the mental warfare between contestants, the strategy that evolves among the teams, and the first athletes who got eliminated. Finally, they interview a cast member to get insider info on what life was like at the Surf Ranch, their mentality going into the competition, and feeling the pressure of the Surf Off.

The Ultimate Surfer airs Mondays and Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC.

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EP 80: Keala Kennelly - Equality in women’s surfing, Charging Teahupo’o, The importance of opportunity, Competing against the Irons brothers, Big Wave surfing, Working in Hollywood, and Her career on the Championship Tour

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

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EP 79: Cory Lopez - How to surf Teahupo’o, The magic of Barra De La Cruz, Putting Skeleton Bay on the map, His favorite Andy Irons story, Pushing it with airs, The Florida Gulf Coast, and A long career on the Championship Tour

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Former Championship Tour star Cory Lopez looks back at his successful career on tour, including surfing in the famous 2006 event at Barra De La Cruz, his success at Teahupo’o, pushing the sport forward with airs, the expectations versus the reality of being a pro, and his World Title chances. He talks about some of the main figures who influenced him along the way, from his brother and fellow pro surfer Shea Lopez, to his close friend Andy Irons, to Shane Beschen and longtime shaper Matt Biolos. Cory also shares stories of how he helped put Skeleton Bay on the map, homeschooling while on surf trips in Indonesia, growing up in Florida, experimenting with new types of surfboards, and his favorite Andy Irons story.

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EP 78: Joe Turpel - Calling the Olympics, Filming “The Ultimate Surfer,” Kelly Slater’s future, The new tour schedule, What to expect from The Challenger Series, Committing to the craft of commentating, and Highlights from Tokyo

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

WSL commentator Joe Turpel talks about his insanely busy year on and off tour. He goes into detail on the redesigned Championship Tour schedule for next season (especially Trestles and G-Land), gives his thoughts on the midseason cut, gets stoked on the Challenger Series slate, and looks at how this schedule will impact the return of Kelly Slater. He shares stories of working as the primetime announcer for Olympic surfing and calling the action from Connecticut, and then reviews which country’s teams he thought performed best. He also talks about his experience as the commentator on the new ABC show “The Ultimate Surfer,” from shooting the show during the pandemic to recording the new podcast with Cassie Randolph. Joe also tells his backstory, from growing up in Hawaii and Orange County, announcing NSSA events, being on the same UCSB surf team as Dave, passing up jobs that wouldn’t allow him to announce surfing, and committing to the craft of commentating.

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BONUS EPISODE: WSL CEO Erik Logan - The 2022 Championship Tour Schedule, The new Challenger Series, Introducing the Midseason Cut, The fight for the WSL Final 5, and Big upcoming surf content

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

World Surf League CEO Erik Logan joins the podcast for a special episode to break down this week’s huge 2022 Tour Announcement. ELo and Dave dive into next year’s Championship Tour Schedule, the all-new Challenger Series, the benefits of the exciting midseason cut, and the way the regional Qualifying Series will change the path to the CT. They talk about the current fight for the WSL Final 5 that will play out over this season’s final two events in Mexico and Tahiti. Finally, they look forward to all the big content coming soon, from The Ultimate Surfer on ABC to the WSL surfing show on Apple TV+ and beyond.

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EP 77: Lisa Andersen - Surfing’s debut at the Olympics, Surfing Florida vs California, Her path to four World Titles, Learning life lessons from surfing, Motherhood on the Championship Tour, and Her thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals format

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Four-time WSL World Champion Lisa Andersen talks about her iconic career on tour. She looks back at surfing’s emotional debut at the Olympics, the awesome unpredictability of ocean surfing versus wave pools, the huge stakes, and her experience surfing in Japan. She tells her origin story, starting to surf in Florida, learning life lessons as you learn to surf, being taught by surf magazines, and then moving to Huntington Beach alone and committing to the sport, and finally getting on tour. She discusses opening up through surfing, pushing through criticism, and what went into her absolutely dominant four year title run. She also touches on motherhood on the Championship Tour, why she likes surfing in Florida over California, hear 30-year relationship with Roxy and Quiksilver, her thoughts on the new Rip Curl WSL Finals format.

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Re-Air: EP 23 Johanne Defay - Sharks in Her Hometown, Quarantine, Transitioning from the QS to CT, and Her 2014 Semifinal Against Tyler Wright

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -0000

Reunion Island’s CT star Johanne Defay talks about the shark problem in her hometown, quarantine life, the big transition from QS to CT, and her Semifinal heat against Tyler Wright at the 2014 Roxy Pro France.

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Re-Air: EP 16 Ryan Callinan - Newcastle Legends, Grief and Loss on Tour, Competing with The Best in the World, and Psychology in Surfing

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:01:00 -0000

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Re-Air: EP 29 Rosy Hodge - From Competitor to Commentator, Growing up in South Africa, Surfing's Role in Political Movements, The WSL Finals, and More.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Commentator and former Championship Tour surfer Rosy Hodge talks about how surfing plays into political movements, apartheid and growing up in South Africa, making the switch from the lineup to the booth, and being a prominent voice in women’s surfing.

Find the trailer for 100 foot wave here: https://youtu.be/znCNT-9k_Ws

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EP 76: The Break Room - Surprise superstars, The women’s World Title race, Icons fighting for requalification, Rip Curl WSL Finals strategy, Tour trivia, and A behind-the-scenes look at the WSL

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:01:00 -0000

In the new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on all the big names that are fighting for requalification, the competitive and unpredictable women’s World Title race, and how to identify surprise superstars like Italo Ferreira before they break onto the world stage. They also debate the best strategy for the Rip Curl WSL Finals, answer listener questions about what it’s like behind the scenes at the World Surf League, and compete in some surfing trivia with a new game called “Dave vs. The Field.”

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EP 75: Isabella Nichols - An unforgettable rookie season, Pursuing an education while chasing the CT, Wave pool engineering, Stories from Sunset Beach, Working as a stunt double, and Rip Curl WSL Finals strategy

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Championship Tour rookie Isabella Nichols talks about her unique and memorable first season on tour. She describes waiting a whole year between qualification and her first event, her strong Australian leg that included a second-place finish at Newcastle, and the challenges of surfing at Surf Ranch for the first time. She discusses pursuing her education while chasing her dream of making the tour, getting a degree in engineering, and her desire to work with wave pool technology. Isabella also touches on her scariest session at Sunset Beach, working as a stunt double for Blake Lively and her strategy and preferred seeding if she were to make the Rip Curl WSL Finals.

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EP 74: Kanoa Igarashi Returns - WSL Final 5 chances, World Title vs Gold Medal, Being the face of the upcoming Olympics, Surfing against Gabriel Medina, and The hardest maneuver to land in surfing

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 07:01:00 -0000

As the podcast’s first returning guest, Championship Tour star Kanoa Igarashi talks about his first half of the 2021 season and the road to the Rip Curl WSL Finals. He reviews his very strong chances to make the WSL Final 5, discusses some of the biggest surprises of the season like Morgan Cibilic, and explains the difference between free surfs during an event window and those at home. He describes being the face of the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, all the responsibilities that come with it, and whether winning a gold medal would mean more than winning a World Title. He also touches on surfing against Gabriel Medina, how interest from non-endemic sponsors shows the growth of surfing, the next event at Barra De La Cruz, Japan’s best up-and-coming tour hopefuls, and the hardest maneuver to land in surfing.

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EP 73: Matt Biolos - Shaping for some of the best ever, Mayhem’s punk rock origins, The 25th anniversary of “5’5” 19 x ¼”, Anti-heroes, The evolution of Lost, 2020’s COVID surfing boom, and Working with Irons, Andino, Wright and Moore

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Influential Lost Surfboards shaper and San Clemente, CA local Matt Biolos shares stories from his long career working with some of the best surfers in history. He looks back at starting out working for Herbie Fletcher, the punk rock origins of Mayhem, keeping that outsider/anti-hero mentality, growing a full team of pros, evolving his business into the apparel space, and the eventual refocusing around shaping boards. He talks about his time working with everyone from Nathan and Christian Fletcher and to Andy Irons and Cory Lopez to Kolohe Andino and Carissa Moore. Matt also explores the microscopic details that go into shaping boards for surfers competing at the very height of the sport, touches on the 25th anniversary of his film “5’5” 19 x ¼,” describes the massive COVID surfing boom, and shares his thoughts on the Surf Ranch.

Artwork Photo by: Gabriel Nakamura

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EP 72: The Break Room - Morgan Cibilic’s unexpected rise, The new Gabriel Medina, A title-altering Tie, What’s up with Tyler Wright, An Unpopular Opinion about John John Florence, and Listener questions about working for WSL

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 07:01:00 -0000

In the first-ever “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside the building on the crazy Australian Leg, Morgan Cibilic’s unexpected rise from unknown rookie to legitimate Final 5 contender, and a tie in the rankings that could alter the women’s World Title race. They then dive into how different Gabriel Medina, Italo Ferreira, and Tyler Wright feel this season and debate a very Unpopular Opinion about John John Florence’s future on tour. Finally, they answer listener questions about what it’s like to actually work for the World Surf League.

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EP 71: Australian Crawl - Rock n roll stories, The genesis of the band, Sponsoring the Bells Beach contest, The lifelong connection to surfing, and the fortieth anniversary of their hit album “Sirocco”

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:01:00 -0000

From the influential rock band Australian Crawl, Bill McDonough and Paul Williams join the podcast to talk about the origins of the band, their roots in Australia, and their lifelong connection to surfing. They look back at the genesis of Australian Crawl in the late 1970s, touring Australia, and eventually making it onto the international scene. They dive into their personal history with surfing, being attracted to the lifestyle, getting into the sport as teenagers, and eventually sponsoring the Bells Beach contest. They also share stories from a lifetime of adventures in rock n roll, explore the buzz you can get only from surfing, and discuss the fortieth anniversary of their four-times Platinum album “Sirocco.”

You can stream the remastered album "Sirocco" here: https://AustralianCrawl.lnk.to/Sirocco-40

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EP 70 Meg Bernardo - Creating the foundation for Pro Surfing, The first days of the ASP, Finding her place in the lineup, The league’s evolution, The WSL Finals format, and The best character in surfing

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:01:00 -0000

WSL North American Regional Manager Meg Bernardo talks about the genesis of the World Surf League. As one of the company’s very first hires, she shares behind-the-scenes stories of the early days of the WSL, from starting the ASP with Ian Cairns and Peter Townend, to building the foundation and creating the framework for professional surfing, to producing those first tour events, to witnessing the evolution of both pro surfing and the league itself. She describes her path into surfing after moving from the midwest to Huntington Beach, finding her place in the lineup, and then pursuing a career in the sport. She also gives her thoughts on the current Championship Tour and Rip Curl WSL Finals format, reveals the best character from her time in pro surfing, and remembers hiring our very own Dave Prodan.

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EP 69: Ian Cairns - Starting the ASP, The makeshift early days of the tour, The growth of surfing worldwide, Pushing limits in Hawaii, Western Australia, and His place in surfing history

Tue, 18 May 2021 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Founder Ian Cairns talks about starting the ASP and building what would become the Championship Tour. He looks back at the early days of the tour, their crazy dream, patching it together “with chewing gum and masking tape,” the widespread growth of surfing worldwide, and wanting to end the tour in Australia. He describes living in Western Australia on a farm, surfing all the different waves there including Strickland Bay, the site of the Rip Curl Rottnest Search, and then explains how they relate to some of the iconic breaks on the North Shore. He tells stories from his own successful competitive career, talks title aspirations, details how he knew it was time to hang it up, and calls winning The Duke in 1975 the highlight of his career.

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EP 68: Connor O’Leary - The Inspiring road to the CT, Representing Australia and Japan, Growing up as a multicultural kid, Inspiring the next generation, Battling to get back on tour, and His desire for more lefts

Tue, 11 May 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer Connor O’Leary talks about his unlikely and inspiring road to getting (and staying) on tour. He looks back at his rollercoaster career so far, from starting out as a surf shop kid and surf school instructor to his quick rise through the Qualifying Series and winning Rookie of the Year to falling off tour and battling back. He breaks down his family history, his mom’s competitive surfing career, growing up in Cronulla as a multicultural kid, and representing both Japan and Australia on his jersey. He also touches on the rise in performance level since his rookie year, inspiring the next generation of surfers, finding confidence and being present in the moment, and his desire for more lefts on tour.

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EP 67: Jack Robinson - Facing your idols, How Western Australia shaped him, Wild times on the QS with dad, Dealing with high expectations at a young age, Being inspired by Taj Burrow, and His best shark story

Tue, 04 May 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour rookie sensation, Margaret River local, and Boost Mobile athlete Jack Robinson talks about his evolution from bowl-cut grom to tour competitor. He dives into the heavy expectations from a surf industry obsessed with youth, wild times on the QS with his dad, finding his own path, and growing past the pressure. He discusses his hometown, his favorite local breaks, how the Margaret River coastline shaped who he is today, and breaking out of the Western Australia bubble. He also discusses being inspired by Taj Burrow and Kelly Slater, traveling as a kid with Kanoa Igarashi and Leo Fioravanti, surfing instinctually, and then shares his best shark story.

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EP 66: Sally Fitzgibbons - Her constant title chase, Surfing at The Box, Her evolution as a surfer, The importance of running in her life, Non-endemic partners, Having experience with rugged waves

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Australian Championship Tour star and Boost Mobile athlete Sally Fitzgibbons discusses her long and successful career on tour, coming so close to multiple World Titles, her constant drive to keep pushing herself, and her progression and evolution as a surfer. Before the Boost Mobile Margaret River Pro, she talks about surfing at The Box, her advantage from growing up around rugged waves, and the many different boards she’s brought for the Australian leg. She also touches on the Rip Curl WSL Finals, building non-endemic partnerships, her uber-athletic childhood, learning how to surf Pipeline, how much longer she has on tour, and the therapeutic place running holds in her life.

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EP 65: Laura Enever - Big Wave vs. CT surfing, Her film “Undone”, Growing up at Narrabeen, Surfing on the Nike team, Local standouts, Making another run at the CT, The Red Bull Cape Fear contest

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Big wave surfer and former Championship Tour competitor Laura Enever talks about her transition to big wave surfing, the differences between charging big swells and small wave performance surfing, the specific training, and her first time at Jaws and Shipstern Bluff. She discusses her film “Undone” which follows her journey from the CT to the big wave scene and her personal evolution along the way. She looks back at her rise to her seven-year run on tour, from growing up at Narrabeen to getting pushed competitively by her family to surfing on the Nike team. She also touches on which tour surfers have been standouts at her local break before the Rip Curl Narrabeen Classic, breaks down the new waves being added to the women’s schedule, and looks forward to the Red Bull Cape Fear contest at Shipstern.

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EP 64: Damien Hardman - The “Girls Can’t Surf” documentary, Narrabeen and the upcoming Rip Curl Narrabeen Classic, The next level of progression on tour, How the “Ice Man” won his titles, The Championship Tour in the 1990s, Being a ruthless competitor

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Two-time World Champion Damien Hardman talks about the “Girls Can’t Surf” documentary, responds to his comments in the film, and discusses the Championship Tour in the 1980s and 90s. The Narrabeen local describes what fans can expect at the Rip Curl Narrabeen Classic presented by Corona, breaks down the wave and the surf scene in his hometown, gives his predictions for the favorites going into the event, and discusses Mick Fanning’s chances as the Event Wildcard. “The Ice Man” then looks back at his own career, how he started surfing, his rapid rise to success, winning his two World Titles, and what it took to be an exceptional competitor.

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EP 63: Ross Williams - Surfing in 2021 vs the 1990s, Coaching John John Florence, Shooting the Momentum films, Growing up on the North Shore, and Kelly Slater’s retirement

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Momentum Generation icon, former Championship Tour competitor, and commentator-turned-coach Ross Williams talks about the differences between surfing in 2021 compared to when he was on tour in the 1990s, from the boards to the dream contest locations to the level of progression. He looks back at growing up on the North Shore, becoming friends at a young age with Kelly Slater and Shane Dorian, his gradual transition into becoming a pro surfer, and shooting the era-defining Momentum films with his peers. He dives into the world of surf coaching, how he tries to bring out that last 10% that can create a huge difference, and his work with World Champion John John Florence, CT competitor Tatiana Weston-Webb, and some up-and-coming Hawaiian talents.

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EP 62: Mark Richards - Newcastle Cup Contenders, Twin fin inspirations, The growth of the Championship Tour, Hawaii and Eddie Aikau, and Newcastle’s surf culture

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Four-time World Champion and Newcastle native Mark Richards talks about his hometown’s strong surfing culture, how it produces so much high-level surf talent, and which tour surfers have looked best during their preparation for the upcoming Rip Curl Newcastle Cup presented by Corona. He tells stories of his first trips to Hawaii during the “Bustin’ Down The Door” era, winning respect from the local surfers, and becoming friends with Eddie Aikau. He looks back at his legendary career, touching on his four World Titles, his insatiable must-win mentality, the massive growth of the tour from its early days, and how hard it was to stop competing. Finally, MR breaks down the inspirations for his infamous twin fin design, his passion for and career in shaping surfboards, and his family’s history of making boards and running surf shops.

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EP 61: Jordy Smith - The obsessive pursuit of a World Title, Surviving the pro surfing hype machine, Video parts vs tour events, An eventful quarantine, South Africa, His surfing inspirations, and Shaping surfboards

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 07:01:00 -0000

South African Championship Tour star Jordy Smith talks about the pro surfing hype machine, surviving the spotlight put on him at a young age, never crumbling under the weight of expectations, and how the media drives sponsorships. He looks back at his eventful quarantine, in which he experienced the birth of his child, was home for a South African winter for the first time in years, and got deep into shaping surfboards. He discusses how other surfers have influenced his surfing, from working to match Dane Reynolds in video parts to pulling inspiration from Taj Burrow’s airs and Joel Parkinson and Tom Curren’s style. Finally, as he prepares for the upcoming Australian leg of the tour, Jordy breaks down the obsessive work and the intense (and secretive) training regimen that goes into his pursuit of a World Title.

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EP 60: Nick Carroll - Surf Journalism, Australia vs California, Rebellion in Surfing, The pandemic surfing boom, The death of surf culture, and Kelly Slater’s future

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 07:01:00 -0000

Author and surf scribe Nick Carroll joins the podcast for a deep discussion about a wide and unexpected array of surfing topics. He breaks down the differences between Australian and American surf journalism as well as the similarities between the California and Australia surf scenes. He describes how you can learn a lot about who a person really is by watching them in the water. He dives into the idea of rebellion in surfing, the long-standing surf institutions, the anti-establishment community, and the death of surf culture. He shares stories of his early competitive aspirations, watching his younger brother win World Titles, and how he moved from competing to writing about surfing for a living. He also touches on the current surfing boom caused by the pandemic and Kelly Slater’s future on tour before giving his top five things that changed the pro surfing game forever.

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Introducing: Caught Inside w Joe Turpel (Ep 1 - Jack Robinson)

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:32:00 -0000

The next episode drops on Thursday on its own podcast page. Make sure to follow and subscribe! https://link.chtbl.com/CaughtInsideEp01

For 14 days, the world's best surfers are quarantined in Australia with nothing better to do than have conversations with their favorite surfing announcer. Listen in to find out how they're staying sharp, staying fit and preparing for the upcoming Australian CT leg.

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EP 59: Pam Burridge - 1980s trailblazers in women’s surfing, The upcoming film “Girls Can’t Surf,” Fighting for equality in pro surfing, Narrabeen, Turning pro at 15, and adding Pipeline and Teahupo’o to the women’s tour

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 08:01:00 -0000

1990 World Champion and women’s surfing pioneer Pam Burridge talks about the upcoming “Girls Can’t Surf” film about the trailblazing group of female professional surfers in the 1980s. She describes the early days of the women’s tour and the intense struggle to take on the male-dominated pro surfing world to achieve equality. She dives into her surfing origins, turning pro at the young age of 15, and almost winning a title in her first year on the Championship Tour. She breaks down winning the World Title in 1990 and what it will take to get more Australian titles. Then, she touches on Narrabeen as a stop on the upcoming Australian Leg of the tour and how adding heavy water waves like Pipeline and Teahupo’o to the women’s tour will change the dynamic.

“Girls Can’t Surf” will be in theaters around Australia on March 11 and New Zealand from April 8.

For more information please go to: madmanfilms.com.au/girls-cant-surf/

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EP 58: Billy Kemper - His docuseries “Billy,” His injury in Morocco, Feeling alive at Jaws, The importance of family, Fighting spirit, and The Top 5 most helpful actions on the road to recovery

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Hawaiian big wave surfer Billy Kemper joins the pod to talk about the release of “Billy,” the new six-part documentary series that follows his road to recovery after a life-threatening fall on a surf trip in Morocco. He discusses his amazing support system and the circle of people who have helped him along his journey to get back on the board. He talks about his upbringing in Maui, his family history, and how it has impacted his relationship with his own four children. Then he explores his path to winning a Big Wave World Title, feeling more alive in big waves, and how he became one of the best Jaws surfers ever. In this week’s Top 5 segment, Billy breaks down the top five most helpful actions on the road to recovery.

“Billy” premieres Wednesday, February 24 at 9am PST and new episodes drop every Sunday at 9am PST. Watch on worldsurfleague.com.

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Introducing: Getting Heated w/ Mick Fanning and Ross Williams

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Today, we're sharing an episode from a new WSL show called "Getting Heated," hosted by three time World Champ Mick Fanning and New School icon Ross Williams. The legendary duo break down today's hottest surf topics with explosive debates, unfiltered takes, and bold predictions. You can listen to the full version of the first episode here, and subscribe to it's own feed wherever you get your podcasts.

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EP 57: Hunter Jones - The Los Angeles surf scene, Being a stunt double in Hollywood, Diversity in the lineup, and his Top 5 side hustles while trying to make it as a surfer

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Los Angeles pro surfer and video editor Hunter Jones talks about his memorable 2020, from signing with Body Glove, being a stunt double in Hollywood, releasing the film “Still Dreaming,” snagging a cover shot, working for WSL, and going through casting for The Ultimate Surfer. He breaks down his creative path to becoming a pro surfer, what his local scene is like in Los Angeles, and the local pros he looked up to while coming up. He dives deep into diversity in the lineup, striving to be a role model for kids, working with the Color The Water initiative with Ryan Harris, and founding the 1 Planet One People collective with Selema Masekela. In this week’s Top 5 segment, Hunter lists the top 5 side hustles and odd jobs he’s had while trying to make a living as a surfer.

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EP 56: Easkey Britton - The 30x30 petition and We Are One Ocean campaign, Blue Health, The Irish surf scene, and the Top 5 ways the ocean can benefit your health

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 08:01:00 -0000

Sign The Petition: https://www.weareoneocean.org/

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EP 55: Randy Rarick - The early days of the Championship Tour, The all-time greats at Sunset Beach, Crowning the first World Champion, The shift to Pipeline, His Top 5 moments of North Shore lore

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:01:00 -0000

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EP 54: Maui Pro & Pipe Masters Recap Plus Listener Mailbag - Women surfing Pipeline, Big winners from the first events, Top Contenders at Sunset.

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:01:00 -0000

In the final episode of the year, Dave recaps the Maui Pro, the Pipe Masters and the eventful start to the 2021 Championship Tour season. He talks about the big wins by Tyler Wright and John John Florence, the heavyweight matchups that went down through the contest, the women’s tour competing at Pipeline for the first time ever, which surfers came out of the gates strong, and the biggest fantasy surfing storylines. Dave and producer Ryan then open up the mailbag and answer questions from the listeners, touching on the CT athletes that looked best after the long layoff, what surfing needs to do better, the future of the women’s tour at Pipe, the top contenders for the next event at Sunset Beach, and, to end the year on a positive note, where they find true happiness.

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EP 53: Nathan Florence - Progression in big wave surfing, His scariest moment in the ocean, Growing up at surfing’s ultimate proving ground, The Florence family

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Big wave surfer, Pipeline specialist, and cbdMD athlete Nathan Florence talks about the progression of big wave surfing, pushing the sport forward, the strong Big Wave community, and his scariest moment in the ocean. He talks about growing up in the middle of surfing’s ultimate proving ground on the North Shore of Hawaii, how his famous surfing family affected him, and his goals going forward. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at his rise to success, from becoming addicted to training, air camp, the importance of visualization, and dialing in the right equipment. He also touches on getting married, the priority system at Pipeline, and the Game Of Thrones ending.

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EP 52: Jack Freestone - Starting the season at Pipeline, Surfing against Kelly, Cracking the CT code, and Talking trash during heats

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour surfer and Hydro Flask athlete Jack Freestone joins the podcast just before the start of the season to talk about being an Australian transplant in Hawaii, the pecking order out in the lineup there, and his thoughts on starting the tour at Pipeline. He looks back at his early career, from winning two Junior Championships, to sponsor bidding wars, to finally cracking the code on the CT. He also touches on overcoming the fear at Teahupo’o, competing against greats like Kelly Slater, and talking trash to competitors in the water.

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EP 51: Tyler Wright - The Maui Pro, Her long road to recovery, Using her platform for change, Mind games in the lineup, and the best Wright family surfer

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Two-time World Champion Tyler Wright relives her inspiring comeback at the 2019 Maui Pro and looks forward to the start of the 2021 season back in Maui. She talks about her long road to recovery and discusses using her platform to express her values, including her stand for Black Lives Matter at the Tweed Coast Pro. She breaks down her early career, from dealing with the stress of being so good so young, to the heavy expectations put on young surfers, to winning titles and taking control of her own life. Tyler also tells some fun stories about mind games in the lineup, which Wright sibling has the best backhand, and her favorite moment on the Championship Tour

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Join The Lineup Fantasy League!

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 08:01:00 -0000

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EP 50: Jamie O’Brien - The best Pipeline surfers EVER, How to build a successful Youtube career, The Pipe Masters, and Staying ahead of the game

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Pipeline standout, vlogger extraordinaire, and cbdMD athlete Jamie O’Brien talks about the best Pipeline surfers ever, the hierarchy in the lineup at Pipe, coaching Adriano de Souza when he won the Pipe Masters, and the very first time he ever paddled out at the famed break. He dives into his influence on Youtube and social media in surfing, the process of building a successful career in that space, staying ahead of the game, and what it takes to make his videos every week. He also discusses his relationship with WSL, including his amazing 2004 Pipe Masters win, his decision to end his quest to qualify for the Championship Tour, and burning the ASP Rulebook.

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Ep 49: Pat O’Connell - Lower Trestles is back, The tour starts in Hawaii, World Title Contenders and sleepers, and Big news about the 2021 season

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0000

World Surf League SVP of Tours & Competition and good friend of the pod Pat O’Connell returns to go in depth on WSL’s big announcement about the 2021 Championship Tour. He talks about starting the season at Maui and Pipeline, Lower Trestles as the location for the first WSL Finals, safety measures for the season, and where else the tour will be heading this year. They break down the growing list of World Title contenders, discussing Gabriel Medina’s career at Trestles, when Lakey Peterson is at her best, Carissa Moore being cool under pressure, and Kolohe Andino’s backhand. Pat and Dave then fire up the Time Machine and imagine what surfers would have been crowned World Champion in 2019 under the new rules at the 2021 Finals location.

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Ep 48: Makua Rothman - His famous surfing family, Growing up on the North Shore, Big Wave riding, and Pursuing passions outside the water

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 08:01:00 -0000

WSL Big Wave World Champion, musician, and cbdMD athlete Makua Rothman shares stories about his brother, father, and famous surfing family, how surfing has changed him, and his struggles growing up on the North Shore. He discusses his music, his internet series, his kids, and how surfing remains his base when he has so many things going on. He also talks all things Hawaii, including World Surf League’s failures and successes on the North Shore, demanding more Hawaiian surfers in Hawaiian events, how surfers can avoid being seen as intruders by the locals, and whether Hawaii should be its own nation.

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Ep 47: Wayne "Rabbit" Bartholomew - Creating the Championship Tour, His First Trip To Hawaii, Australia’s World Title Hopes

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 07:01:00 -0000

1978 World Champion and Dream Tour architect Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew talks about dreaming of a thing called Pro Surfing, willing it into existence, and creating the Championship Tour with his colleagues. The Australian surf icon shares amazing stories of his early days, from growing up in Coolangatta in the 1960s and 70s, to his eye-opening first trip to Hawaii, to winning the World Title in 1978. He also touches on the day shortboards changed surfing, Mick Fanning, sharks, Australia’s title hopes with Jack Robinson and Ethan Ewing, and running for office in 2020.

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Ep 46: Pat O’Connell - WSL Countdown Events, Surfing a Final with Slater, & the ‘98 Time Machine

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 07:01:00 -0000

World Surf League SVP of Tours & Competition, former Championship Tour surfer, and all-around legend Pat O’Connell breaks down the highlights and takeaways from the WSL Countdown events. They discuss Italo Ferreira, Kelly Slater, Tyler Wright, and the athletes who stood out in the offseason contests in Australia, Europe, Brazil, and Surf Ranch. Pat and Dave then talk about the end of an era with Surfer Magazine closing, Michael Tomson’s passing, Gabriel Medina’s under-the-radar offseason, and what surfers look primed to contend in the 2021 season. Finally, in the “Time Machine” segment, they imagine who would have won the 1998 World Title under the tour’s new format.

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Episode 45: Ziggy Marley

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Musician and philanthropist Ziggy Marley joins the podcast to talk about his personal connection with the ocean, share stories about his humble upbringing and how he got into music, and discuss the importance of Love and being free. He also breaks down The Bob Marley Legacy series and his new album “More Family Time.”

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Episode 44: Devon Howard

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 07:01:00 -0000

WSL Longboard Tour Manager and midlength master Devon Howard previews the upcoming Cuervo Surf Ranch Classic longboard event and talks about merging traditional and modern surfing styles, the appeal of midlengths and their recent rise in popularity, his surf influences growing up, his friendship with Joel Tudor, and his thoughts on Wave Storms.

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Gabriel Medina & Mick Fanning | STAB Unplugged

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 07:01:00 -0000

The Lineup is taking the week off. To hold us over, we bring you a great conversation between Mick Fanning & Gabriel Medina from STAB's Unplugged series.

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Episode 43: Leah Dawson

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Professional surfer and cinematographer Leah Dawson talks about living her life in pursuit of both waves and purpose, her activism and work with the Changing Tides Foundation, how to become a professional surfer outside of competition, being in tune with the ocean, and discovering her surf style in Hawaii.

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Episode 42: Tom Curren

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Icon, innovator, and three-time World Champion Tom Curren talks about his Santa Barbara roots, what drove his competitive surfing, how he handled media attention, his role in the creation of The Search, and what still motivates him to paddle out in 2020.

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Episode 41: Pat O’Connell & Selema Masekela

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Dave sits down with Pat and Olympic commentator, producer, and podcast host Selema Masekela for an open and honest discussion about race and its relationship to surfing. They contrast the recent player strikes in the NBA and WNBA with surfing’s broad history of silence, discuss Selema’s experience as a black man in the surf community, and look at what surfing can start doing better.

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Episode 40: Morgan Cibilic

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Rip Curl athlete and Championship Tour rookie Morgan Cibilic talks about his new film “Postcards from Morgs,” what it was like to grow up surfing with locals like Ryan Callinan, how he’s thrived as an underdog in competition, and what he thinks of the new changes to the tour.

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Episode 39: Lakey Peterson

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Lakey Peterson joins The Lineup to talk about “the worst day of her professional career” from the 2019 Maui event, using the extended offseason to recenter by spending the quarantine in Australia, working on her surfing with Mick Fanning, World Title aspirations, Olympic goals, her long time relationship with Channel Islands, and her thoughts on the new WSL CT format. She also re-watches her 2017 Trestles heat against Carissa Moore and answers listener Instagram questions.

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Episode 38: Griffin Colapinto

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 37: Behind the Curtain at Rumble with Pat O'Connell

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Dave and Pat go behind the curtain to give their thoughts on the Rumble At The Ranch, Stab’s Surf100, who looked CT ready (and who still has work to do), and what’s up next for the WSL. They also play The Lineup Time Machine, 2014 edition, and answer listener questions.

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Episode 36: Maya Gabeira

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Big Wave star Maya Gabeira talks about paving the way for other female surfers, setting a world record, surfing under a microscope and dealing with criticism, how she got into charging massive waves, pushing her limits after three spine surgeries, and how Big Wave has changed since she started.

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Episode 35: Justine Dupont

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 34: Chelsea Woody

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Textured Waves co-founder Chelsea Woody talks about building a platform for surfers that aren’t typically represented, who Textured Waves is, and what they are trying to accomplish. She also discusses how she got into surfing, traveling and surfing in Indonesia, and the scene near her home in Santa Cruz, California.

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Episode 33: Tour Announcements with Pat O'Connell

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0000

WSL SVP of Tours & Competition Pat O’Connell breaks down this week’s big announcement, canceling the 2020 season, creating The WSL Finals, and adding Tahiti to the women’s tour. Pat and Dave have an unfiltered discussion about why these changes had to be made and dig into the details surrounding the WSL Finals format. Then, they head to the Time Machine and ponder who would have won the 2010 World Title if the new rules had been in effect.

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July 14, 2020

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:01:00 -0000

An update from Dave on the upcoming episodes.

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Episode 32: Kelia Moniz

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Two-time WSL Longboard World Champion Kelia Moniz talks about growing up in her close-knit surfing family, classic longboarding versus high-performance longboarding, what being Hawaiian means to her, going through a phase of hating surfing, and whether or not she’ll compete as a mom.

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Episode 31: Owen Wright - Part 2

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Championship Tour standout and Rip Curl athlete Owen Wright returns for Part 2 to talk about his Injury at Pipeline and long recovery, coming up with Matt Wilkinson and Julian Wilson, his thoughts on the new tour format, and how the scoring of airs has evolved over his career.

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Episode 30: Owen Wright - Part 1

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 07:01:00 -0000

In Part 1, Championship Tour standout and Rip Curl athlete Owen Wright talks about the origins of his family’s strong connection to surfing, growing up around the Australian Aboriginal culture, winning Rookie of the Year, why Rip Curl wetsuits kept him from leaving the brand, and how search trips helped him become a well rounded surfer.

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Episode 29: Rosy Hodge

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 28: Britt Merrick

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 27: Malia Manuel

Tue, 26 May 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Kauai’s own Malia Manuel talks about being shaped by her community on the Garden Isle, growing up with her generation of pro surfers, being sponsored by Lululemon, applying her World Title-caliber talent to the tour when it resumes, and dropping her new film “Metamorphosis.”

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Episode 26: Kanoa Igarashi

Tue, 19 May 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Global CT superstar Kanoa Igarashi talks about growing up on tour, maturing into a World Title contender, his family’s backstory, surfing for fun versus surfing for work, and the wave at JBay that made him “a man.”

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Episode 25: Taylor Steele

Tue, 12 May 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Generation-defining director Taylor Steele goes in depth about competition surfing vs. free surfing and talks about finding ways to depict world-class surfing in everyday conditions, pushing to do something new, and how he chooses the coveted “last section” of his films.

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Episode 24: Tyler Wright, Caroline Marks, & Tatiana Weston-Webb

Tue, 05 May 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 23: Johanne Defay

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 22: John John Florence

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Two-time World Champion John John Florence talks about navigating expectations, growing up in the North Shore gladiator pit, chasing Gabriel Medina, and feeling invincible during his statement performance at the 2017 Margaret River Pro.

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April 14, 2020

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 07:01:00 -0000

An update from Dave.

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Episode 21: Adriano de Souza

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 07:01:00 -0000

2015 World Champion Adriano de Souza rewatches his win over Slater and Kerr at the 2015 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, discusses his bond with Mick Fanning, and talks about clearing the path for the Brasilian Storm.

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Episode 20: Tanner Gudauskas

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 07:01:00 -0000

San Clemente royalty, positive vibe warrior, and Hydro Flask Ambassador Tanner Gudauskas joins The Lineup podcast to relive beating Kelly at the 2014 Hurley Pro, break down the wave at Trestles, and the up-and-comers in that ultra-competitive scene.

Check out Tanner's new project here: https://www.theparadiseawarenessoutreach.com/

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Episode 19: Travis Ferre

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:01:00 -0000

Travis Ferre, founder of WhatYouth, creator of Inherent Bummer, and former Editor-in-Chief of Surfing Magazine, talks about driving the aerialist movement forward, the importance of finding a voice in the surf world, Medina as the new A.I., and starting over with Inherent Bummer.

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Episode 18: Mick Fanning - Pt. 2

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 17: Mick Fanning - Pt. 1

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 07:01:00 -0000

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Episode 16: Ryan Callinan

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 08:01:00 -0000

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Episode 15: Logan Dulien

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 08:01:00 -0000

“Snapt” creator Logan Dulien describes how the film series saved his life, relives his adventures managing Mickey Avalon, Asher Pacey, and the RVCA team, and talks about the upcoming release of “Snapt 4.”

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Episode 14: Sage Erickson

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Back on the CT in 2020, Sage Erickson opens up about body image in women’s surfing, working with brands, including Kobe Bryant's "Art of Sport", and living life with the “I do what I want” motto.

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Episode 13: Kai Lenny

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Before heading to the Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge, Big Wave phenom Kai Lenny stopped by The Lineup to talk about fear and the consequences of big wave barrels, the insane level of talent on the CT, being fueled by Taco Bell, and life beyond the big wave realm.

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Episode 12: Ashton Goggans

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Stab Editor-in-Chief Ashton Goggans joins The Lineup to discuss the state of surf media in 2020, Hurley’s meltdown, criticism in the Internet Age, and the upcoming Electric Acid Surfboard Test.

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Episode 11: Jadson Andre

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 08:15:00 -0000

Jadson Andre, the Thunder Before the Storm, talks about leaving home at 13, incurring the wrath of Kelly Slater, his friendship with the Medinas, and why he thinks he's in the Title hunt in 2020.

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Episode 10: Peter Mel

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Santa Cruz icon and Big Wave World Champ Peter Mel hits The Lineup to talk Mavericks, his hell-for-leather upbringing, and watching his son follow in his footsteps as a big wave charger.

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Episode 09: Conner Coffin

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Santa Barbara CT star Conner Coffin drops into The Lineup to talk about representing his hometown, having a passion for music and gardening, and his relationship with his brother, pro surfer Parker Coffin.

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Episode 08: Pat O'Connell

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 08:01:00 -0000

Pat O’Connell, icon and WSL’s SVP of Tours & Competition, joins The Lineup to reminisce about being a part of the Momentum films and The Endless Summer 2, moving to California from the Midwest, and helping architect the Nike-Hurley team merger.

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Episode 07: Carissa Moore

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 23:52:00 -0000

2019 World Champion Carissa Moore joins The Lineup to go in depth about her big decision, look back at her title-winning season, and look forward to her future plans.

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Episode 06: Stephanie Gilmore

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 08:01:00 -0000

7x World Champion Stephanie Gilmore joins The Lineup to talk about playing spoiler at the Maui Pro, next year’s Olympics, and who she wants to win it all at Pipe.

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Episode 05: Dane Gudauskas

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 08:01:00 -0000

Dane Gudauskas, positive vibe warrior and free-surfing virtuoso, brings his signature stoke to The Lineup as he breaks down the competitive scene in Southern California, discusses his decision to become a full-time free surfer, and describes living and surfing “in between the notes.”

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Episode 04: Filipe Toledo

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 08:01:00 -0000

World Title contender Filipe Toledo joins The Lineup to talk about breaking onto the world stage, how having a family has changed his motivations, his need for speed, and how the last generation of Brasilian surfers set today’s athletes up for success.

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Episode 03: Debbie Beacham

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 08:01:00 -0000

Debbie Beacham, 1982 World Champion, WSL Founder, and filmmaker, reminisces about competing at pro surfing's very beginning and describes her fight to keep women's surfing alive in the 1980s.

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Episode 02: Coco Ho

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 08:01:00 -0000

Coco Ho, Hawaiian surf royalty and 10 year CT vet, talks about growing up in the spotlight, being a grom around pro surfers, creating a clothing line collection, and her family’s legacy.

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Episode 01: Peter Townend

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 08:01:00 -0000

In the inaugural episode, Dave talks with legend Peter Townend about becoming surfing's first world champion, the genesis of pro surfing, his career as a Hollywood stuntman, and the surprising origins of the first World Title trophy.

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Presenting The Lineup with Dave Prodan: Trailer

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 02:49:25 -0000

Get a first look at WSL’s all-new podcast The Lineup with Dave Prodan, a series of entertaining and enlightening conversations with the surf industry’s most influential figures.

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