S3E05 - Generation Stoked: FIU Surf Club at IWS Miami
Join Brad Wells of Thank You Surfing in Season 3, Episode 5 when Scott from IWS Miami hosts Taylor, Theo, Daniel, and Aden from the FIU Surf Club to explore the changes in the surf industry and culture since the 1980’s. Recorded on June 27, 2024, this episode examines the decline of surfing’s cultural relevance, shares Miami surf stories, discusses the impact of fashion trends, and highlights the sense of community within the surfing world.
Available on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, and ThankYouSurfing.com.
Timecodes
00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:36 Meet the Guests: FIU Surf Club and Island Water Sports
03:29 The State of Surfing Today
04:05 Challenges in the Surf Industry
13:59 Surf Culture and Its Evolution
18:32 Personal Surfing Journeys
33:53 Reflecting on Childhood Surfing Memories
34:28 Challenges of Getting Kids into Surfing
35:04 The Allure and Struggles of Surfing
36:33 The Surfing Community and Its Appeal
37:55 Creating a Welcoming Surf Shop Environment
39:45 Surfing Etiquette and Respect
41:01 Supporting Beginners in Surfing
42:43 Diversity in the Surfing Scene
46:32 Organizing Surf Trips and Adventures
50:39 The Future of Surfing
59:01 The Importance of Surfing Community
01:05:13 Conclusion and Farewell
28 Sept 2024
S3E04 - Surf Girl Power: Latvia, Netherlands and Guatemala
Three surfers, three countries, and one shared love for the ocean. Episode 4 of season 3 of the ThankYouSurfing podcast features Ale from Guatemala, Katrina from Latvia, and Nette from the Netherlands. Though they didn’t grow up surfing in their homelands, they’ve found a community in the global surf scene. Live from El Zonte, El Salvador, this episode starts a bit quirky, gets hilarious, and wraps up with some genuine surf wisdom. Hosted by Brad Wells, we dive into their unique surfing journeys, the diversity of surf cultures worldwide, and the impact of wave pool technology. From Guatemala’s emerging surf scene to Latvia’s growing surf towns, we explore localism, the future of surfing, and what surfing means in different parts of the world. Sponsored by BryteBox Marketing, IMAIM Capital, and Team Key Aquatics, this episode offers a rich conversation packed with insights, laughter, and a celebration of the global surfing community. Plus, stay tuned for behind-the-scenes moments that might drop soon!
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00:00 Introduction
00:40 Meet the Hosts and Guests
03:10 Surfing Backgrounds and Stories
05:42 Global Surfing Scenes
10:18 Challenges and Localism in Surfing
19:48 Wave Pools and Surfing Diversity
26:44 Surfing in Guatemala: A Unique Scene
27:28 First Surf Experiences
28:28 Traveling and Surf Scenes Around the World
30:59 Localism and Surf Culture
38:36 Surf Magazines and Media
43:49 The Future of Surfing
51:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
7 Aug 2024
S3E03 - Canada to El Salvador
Join Brad Wells from Thank You Surfing as he chats with Amanda and Erika in El Salvador, for Season 3, Episode 3. The trio dives into the local surf culture, the impact of international competitions, and the increasing popularity of surfing among both locals and tourists. They discuss their personal journeys, the unique surf scenes of their hometowns in Canada, and the broader implications of surfing in different communities. Special thanks to intern Sacha!
Timecodes
00:00 Introduction
00:36 Meet the Hosts and Guests
02:37 Podcast Origins and Evolution
04:25 Surfing Trends and Community Insights
09:48 Global Surfing Culture and Challenges
20:14 Surfing in Unconventional Locations
28:39 Surfing Etiquette and Social Dynamics
30:01 Learning to Surf in the River
30:33 Navigating River Surfing Challenges
35:39 The Evolution of Surf Culture
43:17 Women in Surfing
55:55 The Future of Surfing
01:00:35 Conclusion
01:01:18 Outro
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