Best Basis Surf Podcasts (2024)

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Duke Aipa: On radical innovations in surfboard design 42:04

20m ago42:04

42:04

In this week’s episode, Duke Aipa (@aipasurf), son of the legendary Hawaiian Shaper Ben Aipa, joins us to share the backstory of his father’s inventions, the "Swallow tail" and "The Sting" style boards and discusses how he continues his dad’s legacy by combining elements of past and present to create innovative boards like the Dark Twinn, the Moder…

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Leah Dawson: Finding the magic spots on your surfboard 55:18

10m ago55:18

55:18

In this week’s podcast episode, join me and Leah Dawson ( @leahloves ) as we dive deep about finding the magic spots on your board to improve your style in surfing and how to fix your stance for generating more speed. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter 👇 Chapters 00:00 The Art of Style: Becoming One …

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Dan Mann: Secrets to shaping for Kelly Slater and everyday surfers 56:07

7d ago56:07

56:07

In this week's podcast, the shaper behind Kelly Slater’s magic boards, @dan__mann, joined me to talk about the secrets of making boards that are high performance enough for the pros but also super user friendly for the everyday surfer. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduct…

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Wooly TV Reviews: The surfboards that blew his mind 1:04:56

21d ago1:04:56

1:04:56

@wooly_macpherson_surf_coach of Wooly TV, a surfboard reviewer and surf coach shared with us the boards that blew his mind. He dove deep into the tips on how to get better at surfing and how to find the perfect board for you. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:42 …

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Antoine Allain: How to explode into your turns 50:36

28d ago50:36

50:36

@antoineallain, a former competitive surfer and coach shared valuable tips with us on how to approach your bottom turns like a tiger and to explode into your top turns and many other interesting topics. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Anton's Surfing Style 08:…

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#39 - A Talk with Dave Ladin 1:10:57

29d ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Dave Ladin is a seasoned professional with a passion for Business Communication, Developing a Growth Mindset, Fostering Personal Growth, Continuous Learning, and Self-Empowerment. Dave has served in the U.S. Air Force, Managed Global Fortune Top 500 Relationships, Developed and Expanded Territories, and was a Successful Restaurant Industry Employee…

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Thomye Surfs: The surfboards that changed his life 1:03:03

1M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

In this week’s podcast, I had the chance to talk to surfboard reviewer Thomye of @thomyesurfs who probably surfs waves that are the smaller everyday mushy beach breaks that a lot of us surf regularly. We talked about the surfboards that changed his life, how he optimizes his boards, and a ton of other helpful tips. Sign up for our free surfboard gu…

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#38 - Dr. Chuck Baio 46:19

2M ago46:19

46:19

Dr. Chuck Baio joins us today to talk about his experience as a doctor who prescribes the new weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. He discusses these revolutionary drugs and the success he has experienced with his patients in a short period of time. He talks about side effects, diet cost and weight loss options. Dr. Chuck Baio is Board Certif…

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Clayton Nienaber of Ombe Surf: Understanding Speed, Power, and Flow 1:19:50

2M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

Clayton Nienaber, the surf coach of @ombesurf joins me in this week’s podcast to reveal the key to unlocking better surfing by understanding the mechanics of a wave and learning about speed, power, and flow. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Starting with a Passion for Surfing 0…

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#37 - Flavio Costa 56:36

2M ago56:36

56:36

Flavio Costa is an avid kayaker. He joins us today to share his kayaking adventures. Flavio is participating in a kayaking fundraiser event this coming May 10, 2024. He will be joining a phenomenal group of military, veteran and first responder heroes as they paddle 50 miles across the open ocean in support of Task Force Hydro1. You can help Flavio…

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#36 - Surf & Scuba Special Episode with Brian Jones 1:00:05

2M ago1:00:05

1:00:05

Brian Jones joins us for a Surf and Scuba Special just in time for the summer water sport season. Let Brian inspire you to get out in nature to revive your soul. Learn how to train to learn how to surf depending on your stance, body type and wave types. Training is important to prevent injury and muscle strains. Flagler Beach, FL is hosting some su…

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Dave Allee of Almond Surfboards: Even 2 ft waves can be firing 52:35

2M ago52:35

52:35

In this podcast I interviewed Dave Allee the founder of @almondsurfboards and talked about how with the right attitude and the right equipment, even 2 ft can be firing, which is their company ethos. It’s a super interesting discussion about the right craft for small waves including midlengths, longboards, and single fins. Chapters 00:00 Introductio…

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#35 - Tony Cerullo 52:12

3M ago52:12

52:12

Tony Cerullo shares his story with the help of a special guest Co-Host Rick DeTata. This episode brings us a new topic we have not yet explored, which has to do with Gestalt emotions that form in early childhood and create the person in you who interacts in the world every day. His certification in Neurolinguistic Programming allows him to help peo…

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Matt Parker of Album Surf: Asyms, Fishes, and Mid lengths 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

On this week’s podcast we have Matt Parker of @albumsurf, the creative shaper behind some of the most innovative alternative surfboards out there including asyms, twins, fishes, and more. @albumsurf has an incredible team of riders including @victorbernard0, @asher_pacey, @margomargs, and @josh_kerr84. Join us as he shares his journey into shaping …

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#34 - Christina Orman 44:31

3M ago44:31

44:31

Christina Orman shares her story of a truly amazing young woman and a lively Georgia Peach, who seems to accomplish more in a 24 hour day than anyone else we have interviewed. This dedicated mom and nurse just keeps drilling down and achieving one fitness goal after another, all while raising kids and maintaining and furthering a career. She reveal…

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On Style, Twins, and Asym Surfboards with Victor Bernardo 1:01:01

3M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Victor Bernardo (@victorbernard0) is one of the most talented free surfers in the world with a silky but explosive style and in this podcast we dive deep into how he developed his style and technique, the boards he rides from @albumsurf, and his journey through surfing. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Early Surfing Years 03:40 Growing Up in Brazil …

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#33 - Real Results with Rick DeTata 50:12

3M ago50:12

50:12

Rick DeTata joins host Angela Grayson once again for a special episode of the Loving Life Fitness Podcast to guide listeners on how to get Real Results with your workout lifestyle. Get the bottom line, no nonsense approach to living a more active and healthier lifestyle. Rick currently living as a retired firefighter, Veteran of the Air Force and N…

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#32 - Jennifer Giblin 48:05

3M ago48:05

48:05

Jennifer has over 25 years of experience in Performance Arts, Counselor Education, Psychotherapy, Life Coaching, Management and Event Planning. Jennifer's dance career began in adolescence on dance performance teams. She continued her performing arts career by working and performing with the Walt Disney World Co. in Entertainment and appeared in WD…

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Unlocking Twinnies and Longboards with Anthony Spencer 43:07

3M ago43:07

43:07

In this episode, Anthony Spencer (@anthonyspenncer), a twin fin and longboard aficionado with silky style from Western Australia, discusses his approach to surfing, his experience riding different surfboard types and how they each influence his style, starting with shortboards and transitioning to longboards and then to twin fins. He also talks abo…

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#31 - Rachelle Edrozo Paulk 46:37

3M ago46:37

46:37

Rachelle Paulk is a Mom, Grandma, Hairstylist, Author, Entrepreneur, Neora Brand Partner, Anti-Aging Skincare and Health and Wellness Specialist. With over 20 years in the Beauty Industry she began looking for a retirement as she traveled the world with Neora Anti-Aging Company. Rachelle developed a love for personal development and decided to writ…

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How to Noseride and Turn Longboards with Kassia Meador 55:47

4M ago55:47

55:47

Kassia Meador (@kassiasurf) shares her experiences and insights on longboarding. She starts out with her roots from surfing with her dad in C-Street and Malibu, to contests in Costa Rica and Australia and to eventually getting sponsored by Roxy. She shares her insights on noseriding and turning logs, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and m…

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#30 - Brian Jones 53:30

4M ago53:30

53:30

Brian Jones shares an incredible story of a physical therapist who advocates using breakthrough regenerative therapies to bring patients back from their injuries, as an alternative to first turning to surgery and longer downtime. Many people travel to different countries to access these procedures, but he is in the forefront of making the treatment…

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Finding Your Magic Surf Board with Surf n Show 46:32

3M ago46:32

46:32

In this episode we have Noel Salas, surfboard reviewer and host of Surf ‘n Show (@surf_n_show). Known for his comprehensive surfboard reviews, Noel’s insights have become a trusted resource for surfers looking to invest in new gear. He discusses the process of dialing in surfboards, how to find the right volume, the importance of speed and rails in…

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#29 - Ron Jantz 44:45

4M ago44:45

44:45

Ron Jantz is a soon to be 59-year-old trying to stay young! Personal fitness is his avenue of choice along that journey. He shares his personal journey of fitness plateaus, finding motivation, creative outdoor workouts and finding happiness through staying in the moment. As a professional, he has spent his entire career as a storyteller. Ron gradua…

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#28 - Kenny Crowell 57:37

4M ago57:37

57:37

Kenny Crowell is an everyday person just like you who shares a story of a husband and father who, like many of us, woke up one day and realized life had taken over and he needed to lose weight. Kenny shares how he changed his diet and his workouts in order to lose weight and insure a healthy and active lifestyle. Kenny was born and raised in upstat…

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Key to Barrels and Surf Longevity with Sam Hammer and Dave Santa Maria 57:49

4M ago57:49

57:49

In this conversation, Sam Hammer (@hammered_sam) and David Santa Maria (@davidjames80) of @surfhealthpro discuss various aspects of surfing, including getting barreled and maintaining fitness for longevity in the sport. They emphasize the importance of choosing the right board, picking the right waves, taking off behind the peak, developing paddle …

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#27 - Rick DeTata 50:40

4M ago50:40

50:40

Rick DeTata shares a story of someone who decides what they want and makes it happen. Currently living as a retired firefighter, Veteran of the Air Force and Navy as a Desert Storm Naval Aviator, one thing he has never retired is his determination to stay good looking, fit and strong. Rick bluntly states there are no secrets, if someone wants to ac…

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Surfing Jaws with Coconut Willie 23:05

5M ago23:05

23:05

Big wave pro surfer, @coconut_willie , shares his journey into surfing and his experiences at Jaws. The conversation covers key skills for surfing bigger waves, equipment preferences, and tips for backside barrel riding. He also shares stories about being a coconut distributor in Hawaii and compares climbing a tree to surfing a massive wave. He ope…

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#26 - Niki Campbell 57:31

5M ago57:31

57:31

Niki Campbell: Empowering Lives, Transforming Wellness As the force behind The Flourish Group, Niki Campbell is more than a CEO—she's an ardent advocate for vibrant, all-inclusive well-being and a seasoned thought leader in the health and wellness arena. Once a seasoned communications executive, Niki rewrote her destiny when two autoimmune diagnose…

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Twin fins and Midlengths with Ryan Lovelace 59:30

4M ago59:30

59:30

In this episode, @ryanlovelace , a super innovative surfboard maker and creator, joins us. He shapes everything from crazy alternative boards to high-performance craft. He shares his experience on riding the V-Bowls, insights on midlengths, surfboard feelings, his fin setups, board testing, twin fin design, and his unique perspective. We’ll dive in…

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#25 - Amelie Gerard 43:52

5M ago43:52

43:52

Amelie Gerard shares her story of how she and her family are changing the way people work out and get healthy in Flagler Beach, FL. Amelie and her family successfully created a huge networked work out family of over 4,000 participants in Canada. After fleeing Canada to escape repressive politics related to COVID, they chose Florida for their next a…

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Analyzing CRAZY POV footage with Dylan Lightfoot 1:00:29

5M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to catch a perfect wave at J Bay or get barreled in the Mentawais and see it exactly from the perspective of the surfer and know all the things that were going through @dylanlightfoot’s mind from a technique perspective than you need to check out this podcast. We break down several of his waves in detail that …

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#24 - L.L. Kirchner 44:14

5M ago44:14

44:14

L.L. Kirchner shares her story as the author of Blissful Thinking, a sweeping story of the search for nirvana that took L.L. Kirchner from university halls in the Persian Gulf to the streets of Manhattan to a sex cult in India. Between her family’s gym and the years she’d spent in substance abuse recovery, Kirchner felt grounded in physical and spi…

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Improve your Style and Technique with Magnum Martinez 58:43

5M ago58:43

58:43

In this episode, we have @magnummartinez, an Olympic coach, a world champion in the master’s category, and a former pro. We discussed his approach to surfing, what’s the fastest way to improve, how to make adjustments in your technique, the interplay between style and technique, frontside top turns, common mistakes men and women make, and the impor…

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#23 - Nanci Ickes 46:10

5M ago46:10

46:10

Nanci Ickes is owner of Bare 5 LLC, a Personal Training at Home business, focused on the comfort and convenience of training clients in their own homes while using a variety of strength training to improve clients physically, as well as build self-efficacy, for sustainable healthy living. Nanci’s methods have produced numerous improvements in overa…

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#22 - Peter Jomides 54:41

6M ago54:41

54:41

Peter Jomides shares his story as a personal trainer. Inspired by 80's action movies, Peter inspires his clients to push through their challenges and stay fit so they can maintain an active lifestyle. He has also started teaching weekly evening fitness classes arranged by a school in Bunnell and it sounds like the program is growing and can be arra…

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How Matt Meola did the world’s best airs 48:38

6M ago48:38

48:38

@MattMeola is one of the world’s top aerial surfers and in this episode he shares tons of wisdom whether you’re trying to do airs or not. Matt talks about how he got so good at surfing, how his skating translated to surfing, the importance of speed management and reading the wave, the story behind some of the craziest airs he ever did, the most imp…

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#21 - Raymond Hall 44:31

6M ago44:31

44:31

Raymond Hall is changing how Flagler Beach, FL residents workout, stay healthy and lead active lifestyles. Raymond is the owner of Beachfront Nutrition Flagler Beach. The store front is an epicenter of locals gathering to participate in free beach workouts, bridge walks, nutrition talks and all while enjoying nutritious shakes, teas and meals. Raym…

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How to Break Through Your Plateaus with Former Pro Surfer Nakoa Decoite 1:10:28

6M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

In this episode we’re featuring former professional big wave surfer @nakoadecoite who was one of the pioneers of paddling into Jaws along with Albee Layer. We’re diving into how he learned to improve and progress at such a fast rate, how he’s able to shred in big and small waves, how he incorporates sports psychology into surfing and overall fitnes…

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#20 - Ana Reyes-Ouzts 44:17

6M ago44:17

44:17

Ana Reyes-Ouzts shares her story of a successful weight-loss journey and how her choices business and networking have led her to inspire and help others. This is a story of a mom, a paralegal turned spin instructor, turned entrepreneur and image consultant, make-up artist and she also runs a women's networking group called Bold Ladies in Business o…

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#19 - Denise Martino 49:40

6M ago49:40

49:40

Denise Martino shares an inspiring story of a once, professional chiropractor and how she changed her life after a divorce and a search for a way to provide for her son and for a happy life. She shares her experiences with finding gratitude, fitness, nutrition and how she answered the all-important question of "who am I" after her divorce and chang…

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#18 - Pamela Hull 55:40

7M ago55:40

55:40

Pamela Hull shares her story of how and why she got her black belt at the age of 70. It's is her mission to empower others with the knowledge it takes to defend oneself in case of an emergency. She is now a self-defense instructor at Lionspride Boxing and MMA Gym in Bunnell, FL For upcoming classes and lectures join her Facebook Group Made You Look…

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Supercharge your rail game with pro surfer Isaac Stant 1:14:31

6M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

In this episode we have @Isaacstant, a competitive pro surfer based in Maui who competes on the challenger series and was part of the crew that started paddling Jaws. Isaac shares his insights about how riding a step-up can improve your surfing, how surfing small waves is how you level up, improving your power surfing, breaking through plateaus, th…

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#17 - Intuitive Living Institute with Arthur Lukasiewicz, Sinead Moffatt and Faith Yurchak 51:02

7M ago51:02

51:02

The Intuitive Living Institute is home to a network of energetic healers and light connection educators. Arthur Lukasiewicz, Sinead Moffatt and Faith Yurchak come together to tell their stories about how they nurtured their sensitivity to following their intuitions and ultimately has led to a thriving spiritual community where they are able to help…

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#16 - Tanya Bailey 47:32

7M ago47:32

47:32

Tanya Bailey, President and CEO of Buds for Vets, shares her story about how medical marijuana completely turned her life around and got her off of so many of the over 30 medications she was taking. Her story brings hope and her drive to help other vets in need is truly inspiring. If you or a loved one are a vet in need of this type of treatment, c…

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#15 - C.J. Watson 1:02:58

8M ago1:02:58

1:02:58

C.J. Watson tells an inspiring story of a Marine Corp Veteran who faced challenges after active duty and endured many common outlets to lessen the pain. C.J. tells the tale of how he overcame it all and is now an inspiration. He used his deepest, darkest moments to channel the energy to create a happy and successful life where he is able to help an…

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#14 - Heather Tran 40:07

8M ago40:07

40:07

Heather Tran is an amazingly strong woman both mentally and physically. She believes women can achieve anything they put their minds to and helps them to achieve their fitness goals and creates opportunities for them to do so. Heather has been a certified personal trainer for over 18 years with a background in sports nutrition and martial arts. She…

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Unlocking the Kinetic Chain with Okia Surfing 1:15:22

7M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

In this episode, we welcome back Richie Murua of @okia_surfing, the head ISA coach for the Guatemala team. Richie shares his insights on the kinetic chain of movement and how it can unlock your surfing, whether it’s really as simple as looking where you want to go or opening your arms to turn the surfboard, the secrets of weight distribution, the s…

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#13 - Kayla Carr 27:01

8M ago27:01

27:01

Kayla Carr is a 27 year old woman. She has multiple avenues such as being an E-5 in the US Navy, she has her own beauty, home care and nutrition business, and she is a physical trainer. Kayla also goes to leadership conferences to continue bettering her self-development skills. With all that being said Kayla is not afraid of hard work or even a cha…

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#12 - Kristen O'Toole 39:19

8M ago39:19

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Kristen O'Toole shares an emotional life story of a young, successful PR professional with a whole life full of opportunity ahead of her, until one day she is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Kristen shares that she went undiagnosed for over 20 years and the insurance company delayed her MRI and ultimately delayed her diagnosis and preventat…

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