Best Ross Philippe Podcasts (2024)

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Pilgrim Surf + Supply: A Guide to Alternative Surfboards 1:25:37

8m ago1:25:37

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Chris Gentille, the owner of Pilgrim Surf + Supply (@pilgrimsurfsupply), joined me in this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast to talk about the importance of choosing the right board, the concept of edge boards, his background as an artist and how he directed the film “Self Discovery For Social Survival,” and the connection between skateboarding …

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Eric Arakawa: On Shaping Surfboards for Jack Robinson, Andy Irons, and the Hos 59:15

14d ago59:15

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Eric Arakawa (@arakawasurfboards), the shaper for over ten World Champions, including Andy Irons, Jack Robinsons, and Michael and Derek Ho, joined me in this week’s Basis Surf Podcast episode to share his insights on shaping boards for these world-class surfers and to discuss how each board was crafted to help them perform at their best. Sign up fo…

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Tim Ross: the Australian comedian on the life-changing effect of modest, modernist buildings – and tinted moisturiser 1:13:10

22d ago1:13:10

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A while back, Tim came to London to perform at the Isokon building in Belsize Park, and I managed to catch up with him to record this podcast. As a small boy in the Seventies, Tim quietly absorbed the lessons of modernist architecture. He remembers accompanying his parents to a dinner party at a modern house, where the sound of laughter reverberate…

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Philippe Malvaux: On improving Kanoa Igarashi's carve and working with Julian WIlson 1:04:22

26d ago1:04:22

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Philippe Malvaux ( @philippemalvaux_surfcoaching ) is a former ASP judge, coach, and the team manager for Hurley and during his time has worked with and coached an incredible list of pro surfers including Kanoa Igarashi, Julian Wilson, Carissa Moore and John John Florence to name a few. In this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast, we delve into wh…

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Hunter Jones: How to score surf in LA to Iceland 46:38

1M ago46:38

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Surfing with icebergs in Iceland, dodging sharks at Trestles, and scoring double overhead waves at Manhattan Beach - in this episode of the Basis Podcast, pro surfer and filmmaker, Hunter Jones (@hunterjones), discusses all this and shares his experience with oxygen deprivation training with big wave legend Laird Hamilton. Sign up for our free surf…

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Luke Edward hall: the artist and designer pulls back the curtain to reveal his colourful life story 1:03:42

1M ago1:03:42

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Luke has kindly invited us to his house in the Cotswolds, which he shares with his husband, Duncan Campbell, and a pair of enthusiastic whippets. I was intrigued to learn that this modern-day dandy comes from a bog-standard commuter town, and like many of the people I talk to on this podcast, his creative impulses offered a route out of mediocrity.…

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Adam Knox: How to channel power through technique to enhance your surfing 49:52

1M ago49:52

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Adam Knox ( @adamknox_ ) is a former pro that's the younger brother of legendary rail surfer Taylor Knox and has coached some of the best up and coming pro surfers like Caity Simmers, Kade Matson, Tia Blanco, and many more. With his expertise in kinesiology, we dive deep into technique, energy leaks, using surf skates as a tool, and how to improve …

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James Lohan: the co-founder of Mr & Mrs Smith on how his first experience of home shaped an obsession with boutique hotels 1:06:31

2M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

This is the first time we’ve recorded an episode in a hotel suite, and that’s because today’s guest knows more about opening doors to glamorous guesthouses than anyone else. James Lohan co-founded the travel company Mr & Mrs Smith with his wife Tamara back in 2003, and since then he’s visited nearly 4,000 hotels in the name of research. James is a …

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

2M ago42:04

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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

2M ago55:18

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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

2M ago56:07

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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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Claudia Donaldson: the pioneering editor and creative director on creating a sanctuary at home – and the luxury of pink loo roll 59:45

3M ago59:45

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During her tenure at Nowness, Claudia commissioned the well-known ‘In Residence’ series, which took us inside the homes of the biggest names in design and architecture. Today, I’m meeting Claudia in her beautiful London home to give her a taste of her own journalistic medicine … She tells me about what it was like to grow up in an English prototype…

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

3M 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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Does Weightlifting Help Women Lose Weight? 24:16

3M ago24:16

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If you’re looking to lose weight, you may wonder which type of workout will best help you shed those pounds, and you may have looked into weightlifting for women. This podcast explains whether weightlifting helps women lose weight, along with other helpful tips. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Jo…

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

3M ago50:36

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@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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Philippe Malouin: the experimental designer on creating with integrity – and the art of upcycling 1:02:07

3M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

Philippe designs everything from furniture to lighting, combining modern geometry with a sense of humour and materials that are built to last. I first met him many years ago, when he was doing some work with my wife, Faye Toogood. We’d turned our bedroom into a makeshift design studio, and Philippe and a few others would come round to make maquette…

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

3M ago1:03:03

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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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Sumayya Vally: the South African architect on how growing up in a township defined her sense of place 51:32

4M ago51:32

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Today I’m talking to the wonderful Sumayya Vally, founder of the architecture and research practice Counterspace. When in 2020 Sumayya designed the Serpentine pavilion, she joined the ranks of luminaries including Zaha Hadid, Peter Zumthor and Frank Gehry. In 2021, Time Magazine named her one of the ‘100 Leaders of the Future’ and, more recently, s…

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

4M ago1:19:50

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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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Tim Little: the owner of Grenson footwear on his journey from Adidas ad man to sole trader 55:32

4M ago55:32

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At the time of recording, Tim was knee-deep in building works at home, so I polished up my Chelsea boots for a visit to his London studio. As always, I asked him to describe his life story through the lens of the homes he’s lived in over the years. It was particularly interesting to find out more about his current home, which he bought after seeing…

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

4M ago52:35

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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. Sign up for our free surfb…

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Jeremy Lee: the much-loved chef who grew up in a wedge of cheddar 55:19

5M ago55:19

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I first became aware of Jeremy’s food when he was head chef of Terence Conran’s Blueprint Café, which was above the old Design Museum in Shad Thames. Nowadays, of course, he’s in charge of the kitchen at the revered Quo Vadis in Soho. No one seems to have a bad word to say about Jeremy, and Jay Rayner describes him as ‘one of those rare phenomena i…

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

5M ago57:28

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

5M ago1:01:01

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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. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsle…

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Cath Kidston: the floral-obsessed entrepreneur on why life isn’t always a bed of roses 1:02:41

5M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

There’s barely an oilcloth, mug or ironing board cover that hasn’t been embellished with a nostalgic floral print from Cath Kidston. Because of the brand’s ubiquity, it’s easy to forget quite how influential it was when it appeared in the 1990s. What I love about Cath is that she’s living proof you can be a wildly successful entrepreneur whilst als…

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Unlocking Twinnies and Longboards with Anthony Spencer 43:07

5M ago43:07

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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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Jonny Gent: music, martinis and mayhem from the founder of Sessions Arts Club 1:00:07

6M ago1:00:07

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Today I’m chatting to the swashbuckling artist and restaurateur Jonny Gent. We recorded this episode during a busy lunch service at Sessions Arts Club, Jonny’s inspirational restaurant in Clerkenwell. It’s fair to say that he’d emboldened himself with a few martinis beforehand and what ensued was a conversation that very much represents the man him…

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

6M ago55:47

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

6M ago46:32

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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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Akram Khan: the poignant story of a man who found his voice through dance 44:41

6M ago44:41

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Akram’s rich career includes performing at the opening ceremony of the London Olympics, collaborating with artists Anish Kapoor and Antony Gormley, and choreographing tours and videos for the likes of Kylie Minogue and Florence + the Machine. He was awarded an MBE for services to dance in 2005. He kindly invited us to his home last summer and we re…

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

6M ago57:49

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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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Roksanda Ilinčić: the fashion designer’s colourful journey through Belgrade, Britain and Brazil 56:41

7M ago56:41

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I first met Roksanda in 2006. We were selling her flat in King’s Cross, which was unlike anything I’d seen before: a brooding space with cast-concrete worktops, a black resin floor and mirrored lightwells. It had a subterranean lap-pool that was completely black, like a cave, where one could imagine Bruce Wayne practising his backstroke. Roksanda h…

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Surfing Jaws with Coconut Willie 23:05

6M ago23:05

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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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Twin fins and Midlengths with Ryan Lovelace 59:30

7M 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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Kevin McCloud: the Grand Designs presenter takes us behind the scenes of his own life 50:51

7M ago50:51

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Kevin has been a fixture on our tellies for so many years that we feel like we know him. But, actually, I didn’t have a clue about his life story, so this conversation was really interesting for me. He tells me about growing up in what he refers to as an ‘architectural zoo’ of housing from different eras. We talk about his involvement with Footligh…

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

7M 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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Improve your Style and Technique with Magnum Martinez 58:43

7M ago58:43

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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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Rosh Mahtani: the Alighieri founder’s inspiring journey from school outcast to acclaimed entrepreneur 44:27

8M ago44:27

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Rosh is founder of the brilliant jewellery company Alighieri. We discuss her life story through the prism of the homes she’s lived in, from humble beginnings in Zambia to the beautifully designed flat she now owns in Clerkenwell. When Rosh moved to London at the age of eight, she was the only person of colour in her school. She tells me how she’s m…

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

8M ago48:38

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@MattMeola is one of the world’s top aerial surfers and in this episode he shares tons of wisdom all about airs. He talks about how he got good at surfing, how his skating translated to surfing, surfing in Pipemasters and stories about some of the craziest airs he ever did. He also talks about the importance of wave reading and speed management and…

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Duncan McLeod: the emotional story of an architect whose home is a source of magic and motivation 1:03:08

8M ago1:03:08

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I’ve known Duncan for many years now and he’s definitely one of the good guys. We first met when I was commissioned to write a piece for The World of Interiors about the amazing home in west London he shares with his wife, Lyndsay Milne McLeod, and their son, Oban. Duncan’s kindly invited me back to the house to record this episode. He tells me abo…

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

8M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

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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Jacqueline Rabun: the jewellery designer on why music, meditation and modernism are the cornerstones of life in Los Angeles 54:23

9M ago54:23

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Jacqueline is a jewellery designer whose work I’ve admired for many years, probably because it’s so architectural. As you probably know by now, we try to record these podcasts in the guest’s home whenever possible, and this one is particularly exciting on that front, because Jacqueline lives in a 1960s house perched on a hillside in Los Angeles. As…

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

9M ago1:14:31

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

10M ago1:15:22

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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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Glenn Adamson: the curator on why a New York ‘love shack’ stole his heart 54:08

10M ago54:08

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Glenn's a brilliant curator and writer with a particular interest in craft. If that conjures up an image of lace doilies and crocheted waistcoats, then don't panic! Back in 2011, he put together the amazing 'Postmodernism' exhibition at the V&A in London, which was a riot of Memphis pattern and colour; and more recently, he's co-curated a show call…

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Mary Portas: the queen of the high street’s inspiring journey from homeless orphan to a London townhouse that’s all hers 52:54

11M ago52:54

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Most of us know Mary Portas as a swashbuckling TV presenter with a flame-red bob, but her career away from the screen has been no less remarkable. She did the window displays for Topshop during its heyday and was the creative director of Harvey Nichols when it was immortalised on Absolutely Fabulous. Nowadays, however, she runs her consultancy, Por…

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Skye Gyngell: the chef on how she eats and entertains at home 50:56

11M ago50:56

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Skye Gyngell is an Australian-born chef who has spent much of her career shaping the British food scene. I first became aware of her cooking when I visited Petersham Nurseries’ cafe in Richmond, which she opened in 2004 and later earned it a Michelin star. Nowadays she runs her own beautiful restaurant, Spring, at Somerset House in London, and is t…

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Hans Ulrich Obrist: the celebrated curator on why home has always been a place of artistic discovery 43:47

12M ago43:47

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Hans Ulrich Obrist is the artistic director of the Serpentine Gallery in Kensington, west London, and is universally acknowledged as one of the most important and prolific art curators of our time. When I spoke to him at his office, I discovered a force of nature with an energy unlike that of anyone I’ve met before. His notion of home is also prett…

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How to transform your body for surfing with Red Belt Fitness 1:06:07

12M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

If you are interested in transforming your physique this podcast with @RedBeltFitness / @coachlennyv is a must listen because we go deep into how they have helped people lose up to 50lbs of fat, how important weight management really is for surfers, the fundamental equation governing weight loss vs weight gain, the biggest mistakes people make when…

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What it’s like surfing giant waves with XXL Big Wave Paddle Award Winner Derek Dunfee 1:02:46

12M ago1:02:46

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@derekdunfee is a XXL big wave paddle award winner, photographer whose work has graced the cover of The Surfer's Journal, and published a riveting book about his big wave surfing journey called Waking Up in the Sea. In this interview we go deep into everything from him cutting his teeth at Cloudbreak and Hawaii, his initial forays into surfing prop…

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