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The Closeout is a regular broadcast where we share the stories of the minds closest to the sport, culture and community of Bodyboarding, both locally in Australia and worldwide. Join hosts Benny Oborne, Chris Watson & Shane Britten as the Australian Bodyboarding luminaries discuss the ever shifting state of bodyboarding, plus dig in to the juicy stories and experiences of some of Bodyboarding's great personalities, all with the candid banter and down to earth appreciation for the sport that ...
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The Closeout Ep 18 - Drop Knee Sessions with Clayton Pickworth
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Eighteen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Drop Knee Sessions creator Clayton Pickworth. The conversation includes growing up bodyboarding in Port Macquarie during its most influential era, running the PMBA, DK on the World Tour, the inception of DKS and the creation of the new event, the Bodyboardin…
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The Closeout Ep 17 - 2024 Shark Island Challenge Aftermath with Luke O'Connor
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Seventeen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we have a full and comprehensive wrap up of Australia’s premiere bodyboarding event, The Shark Island Challenge. Contest Director Luke O’Connor walks us through the highs and lows, and all the behind the scenes action of 2024’s SIC. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria …
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The Closeout Ep 16 - Shark Island Challenge Winner Ben Sawyer
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Sixteen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we the Winner of the 2024 Shark Island Challenge, Ben Sawyer. Ben discusses growing up in The Shire, Gath Helmets, Big Wave Surfing, and Fulfilling a Dream. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and ATTICA Wetsuits. The Closeout Podcast is proudly presented by Bodyboarding…
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The Closeout Ep 15 - Former Australian Bodyboard Association Head Honcho Nick Chandler
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Fifteen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to former CEO of the Australian Bodyboard Association, Nick Chandler. We discuss Nick’s time with the ABA, Sydney Bodyboard Club, Recruiting for the Surf Industry, and the sad passing of Mauricio ‘Moz’ Abrunhosa. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Limited Ed…
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The Closeout Ep 14 - Return Of The Pleb - Matt Lackey
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Fourteen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we see a fan favorite Matt Lackey return, as well as guest host Michael Jennings. We discuss the new Nick Ormerod documentary “Fragor”, Gambling in Bodyboarding, Wave Pools around the world, tragic news regarding surf trips, the DK World Tour, and Ryan Hardy’s new book…
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The Closeout Ep 13 - Luke O'Connor, Sam Thomas, and Tom Morris
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Thirteen of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast the team talk to 3 young men making an impact on our sport right now: Luke O’Connor discusses his management of the Shark Island Challenge and Riptide Podcast, Tassie Legend Sam Thomas discusses his Wildcard into the SIC, and Tom Morris discusses his journey to Chile’ …
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The Closeout Ep 12 - March/April 2024 News & Comp Updates
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Twelve of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast the team discuss all the latest News and Comp Updates, including The Shark Island Challenge, The IBC World Tour, Box Fest, Drop Knee Sessions Vs Bodyboarding Victoria Urbn Surf Comp, as well as chat about April Fools Jokes, and The Joker himself Damien King. Presented by…
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The Closeout Ep 11 - Steve "Spocko" Watson: The Godfather of Bodyboarding in Victoria
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Eleven of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Steve "Spocko" Watson: The Godfather of Bodyboarding in Victoria. Spocko discusses the birth of Competitive Bodyboarding in Victoria, East vs West Rivalries, and working on building the Australian Tour with the late Tom Wilson. Presented by Bodyboarding Victor…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Ten of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast the Boys discuss the Multitude of Fake Wave Offerings, State Titles Wrap Ups, Dodgy Online Deals and more. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Funkshen Bodyboards. The Closeout Podcast is proudly presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Limited Edition Fins. Want to get in…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Nine of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast Benny, Shane, and Watto are back for 2024!!!! The Boys discuss the Off Season, Recent Injuries, 720’s, Retirements and Returns to the IBC, and Just How SICK will the SIC be? Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Limited Edition. The Closeout Podcast is proudly presented b…
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The Closeout Ep 8 - Mick Parkhill: The Rise and Fall of Bodyboarders Surf Co.
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Eight of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Mick Parkhill, co-founder of Bodyboarders Surf Co. We will be discussing the rise and fall of what was for 20 years a bodyboarding retail institution in Australia, and Mick talks us through the highs and lows of his own personal bodyboarding story, including sh…
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The Closeout Ep 7 - Tanner McDaniel: World Champion!!
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Seven of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast our 4 heroes journey beyond the borders to unknown destinations to discuss IBC Controversies, and the Tradie Challenge. Halfway through their conversation the new King, Tanner McDaniel calls in to discuss his inaugural World Tour victory, along with his heroes, rivals, ce…
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The Closeout Ep 6 - DK Legend Matt Lackey
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Six of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to DK Legend Matt Lackey, and chat about gatekeeping the Billabong House, Fight Club, pranks in the desert, favourite images and photographers, controversial Riptide Covers, and the dangers of pink eye. Episode 6 is Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Nomad Bodyb…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode Five of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to ABA Big Wave Champion Michael Novy, and chat about Tow Ins and Tow Outs, Tales from The Road, Surfing Slabs, and behind the scenes of ROAM, Denis and Visions. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Nomad Bodyboards. The Closeout Podcast is proudly presented by B…
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The Closeout Ep 4 - Benny's 40th Birthday Celebration
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we discuss the 2023 Nationals in Port Macquarie, The IBC Maldives Pro, New Products, the newly announced Australian Bodyboard League (ABL), the comeback of the Shark Island Challenge, and the sad passing of Benny Oborne’s youth. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Funks…
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The Closeout Ep 1 - Chris Watson - Bodyboarding Victoria President
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Bodyboarding Victoria President Chris Watson, and chat about his family’s history in bodyboarding and surfing, his new position on the board of Surfing Victoria, how to not pack your board for safe travel, URBNSURF and fake waves, David Hasselhoff, and growing up as…
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The Closeout Ep 2 - Shane Britten - Nomad and Limited Edition Co-Founder
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Nomad and Limited Edition Co-Founder Shane Britten, and chat about starting a brand, influences, films, competitive brothers, low flying Choppers, Ex-Prime Ministers and battles with Rock Stars. Presented by Bodyboarding Victoria and Limited Edition Fins. The Cl…
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The Closeout Ep 3 - Benny Oborne - Australian Bodyboard League GM
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Closeout Bodyboarding Podcast we talk to Ex-Australian Bodyboard Association General Manager Ben Oborne, and chat about small town upbringing’s, Bodyboarders Surf Co, living in the Cook Islands and South Africa, and what’s next for competitive bodyboarding in Australia. The Closeout Podcast is proudly …
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