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In today’s show surf photographer Tom Servais shares the stories behind some of the most iconic photos of the past 30 years, how he went from Miami to the dark room at Surfer Mag, whom he views as the greatest surf photographers, the sacrifices made to be on the perpetual “trip of a lifetime”, and … Continue reading "602 – Tom Servais : Part One" The post 602 – Tom Servais : Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show surfer and novice cyclist Johanna Brebner discusses what prompted her to sojourn on a 3 month surf trip, bicycling from the bottom to the top of New Zealand, the clarity that comes from going slow, the benefits of a one board quiver, the empowerment that comes from setting unrealistic goals, and why … Continue reading "601 – Johanna Brebner" The post 601 – Johanna Brebner appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode, nomadic pro surfer Ben Bourgeois joins us to explain how to travel the world on a perpetual surf trip, the tension of showcasing your life on social media without exploiting the resource, how investing in inner-work is the only path to progressing your surfing through midlife, the freedom of purging material possessions, … Continue reading "600 – Ben Bourgeois" The post 600 – Ben Bourgeois appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Troy Eckert joins us to discuss his role is helping build a billion dollar surf brand and the consternation of walking away from it, why self turmoil leads to external turmoil, the importance of saying “no”, and how to get the best wave of your life after turning 50. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented … Continue reading "599 – Troy Eckert" The post 599 – Troy Eckert appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Dan Mann returns to discuss the introduction and evolution of his partnership with Firewire, how to navigate the world of internet trolls, the dividends paid in feedback from the greatest surfer of all time, what he would build for Ethan next, the misconceptions about overseas manufacturing, and why he’s obsessed with side-cut … Continue reading "598 – Dan Mann: Part Two" The post 598 – Dan Mann: Part Two appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show board builder Dan Mann shares his very different experience with Stab In The Dark X than what we all viewed, whether he thinks Kelly knew, and details his multifaceted work history long before his association with Firewire, how Velzy and Eaton sparked his passion for alternative constructions, the tribulations and virtues of … Continue reading "597 – Dan Mann: Part One" The post 597 – Dan Mann: Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In Part Two, Jeff Johnson explains how he side-doored his way into becoming Patagonia’s first staff photographer, the toll of being sued by one of his surf idols, and he distills the value of being naive to your own limitations. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Visit JeffJohnsonStories.com Also check out the Johnson home … Continue reading "596 – Jeff Johnson: Part Two" The post 596 – Jeff Johnson: Part Two appeared first on Surf Splendor .

Adventurer Jeff Johnson joins us today to explain his path from ne’er-do-well skate teen to world class photographer; from stealing lumber to build skate ramps, to lifeguarding on the North Shore, to traveling the world professionally, Jeff explains how boredom is the key to unlocking your life’s passion. Part 1 of 2. Enjoy! Presented by: Surfrider.org … Continue reading "595 – Jeff Johnson: Part One" The post 595 – Jeff Johnson: Part One appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode Torren Martyn returns to discuss leaving Byron to rebalance life, his latest sailing journey to circumnavigate Tasmania in an 18 foot kayak, staying true to a filmmaking focus despite market shifts, intentionally deflecting career opportunities in order to maintain a singular focus, and how seeking solitude can yield deeper community connections. Enjoy! … Continue reading "594 – Torren Martyn: Sourthern Edge" The post 594 – Torren Martyn: Sourthern Edge appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show designer Matt Titone discusses the inception point for Indoek and their Surf Shack’s series, relives the anxiety of not knowing how to pick a career, marvels at the enduring influence of print, explains how great home design has little correlation with money, reveals which surfers refuse to let him into their home, … Continue reading "593 – Matt Titone: Surf Shacks" The post 593 – Matt Titone: Surf Shacks appeared first on Surf Splendor .