Spit! – Surf Podcast: Recent Episodes
David chisels figureheads into surfing’s Mount Rushmore while Scott shames a 13 year old girl and crickets chirp at WSL HQ instead of the Triple Crown’s first horn. The boys then celebrate Taj’s end of...
David and Scott discuss the discipline required to surf well beyond your 50s, why filmmakers should get out of the way of Andy’s surfing, and why 13 year old females will be chiseled into the...
David and Scott discuss the massive swell’s bombarding Europe and why the world’s best won’t be riding them, why figure skating is more sporting than surfing, and why we all need to embrace our innate...
David and Scott discuss Fat Occy’s Phoenix Tour, Dane’s “well-rounded” wetsuit company, Wilko getting toe-tapped by a Great White, and receive fan feedback from a time machine! Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! Sponsors: NeedEssentials.com SurfNVS.com...
In today’s episode David and Scott analyze whether Italo Ferreira will be our final world champ ever, why Jay Davies is the best surfer of 2020, why a 20 year old will spark a revolution,...
David and Scott offer a post-mortem of Surfer Magazine and their death rattle political endorsement, how dissension will affect brands who choose to weigh-in, and how Maurice Cole will save us all. Plus Dukes and...
David and Scott discuss the largest day at Swami’s ever, Laird becoming the richer pro surfer ever, Ellie Jean becoming the biggest surfer-turned-sex worker ever, and how to send a kook to the beach. Plus...
In today’s episode Scott and David distill the essence of “it” and why Jack Robbo commands our gaze. The boys then applaud Jay Davies and ADS’s career changes, besmirch a dead man, and marvel one...
In today’s show Scott regales David with tales of his recent international sojourn and the perils of riding a Twin fin backside. Then they both anticipate Kelly Slater x Nike’s sandal collab, shame a super...
In today’s episode Scott and David do a deep dive into surfboards; materials, fins, volume, and why sentiment and expectation may have more influence in your “magic” board than physical design features. Plus, the youngest...
In today’s episode, David and Scott survey the tubes that are breaking boards in Yeppoon, receive a both a broader and narrower context for understanding Brazilian surf ethos, lament the dangers of surfing, and celebrate...
Scott and David discuss the birthing process, how stereotypes are developed and validated, why individuals contain more complexities than groups, and why Bob Hurley is the salvation that the “surf industry” needs. Plus Dukes, Kooks,...
In today’s episode Scott and David analyze race relations through the lens of an Indonesian boat trip, David champion’s for criticism and satire while Scott decries it immediately before requesting a Baja circus act at...
Today David and Scott dissect field notes from Kook U, find healing and positivity through retribution, dodge pride and it’s subsequent fall, and survey how one national surf champ pulled off the biggest jewel heist...
Today be the day fair heathens; David and Scott bestow upon the vast surfing world list of 10 unassailable, irrefutable commandments. Welcome to Kook College. Take a seat down the beach, don’t ditch your board,...
In today’s show Scott and David break news of Kelly Slater’s secret recon mission, celebrate second bananas, design a Surfing Etiquette 101 blueprint, and recognize the desperate need for hard work to compensate for their...
The pandemic is to blame for the rise in midlengths, pro surfers sign up for unemployment benefits, Surfing Australia fires a shot at The Ultimate Surfer, and Scott Bass feeds Dave Rastovich a Fish! Plus...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David analyze which era was the greatest to be a surfer, identify the best unknown female surfer on the planet, offer to give the WSL money, and tell...
In today’s show David and Scott dive deeper down the kneeboard wormhole and discover a direct link to Curren’s Superdave skim, recognize that Gabriel Medina has completely subverted the surf industry, scoop a rare opportunity...
In today’s episode Scott and David cover the Black Live’s Matter paddle outs, find the surfboards that were stolen from Patagonia, celebrate New Zealand’s steadfast leadership, and get PTSD from the WSL. Plus Dukes, Kooks,...
In today’s episode Scott and David survey the damage from last night’s riots, guess at Ross Clarke-Jones’ annual income, bid a fond farewell to Julian Wilson’s World Title dreams, and recommend raising children with hardship....
In today’s episode Scott and David update their Baja travel policies, dive deep in to Hull surfboard design and fin discussion, celebrate ELO’s first barrel, and sift through utter disgust at the animals who broke...
In today’s episode David get’s “core shamed” for his privilege and booties, then nearly catches an STD from Craigslist. Scott extolls the virtues of meditation and then the boys discuss everything that Tyler Wright isn’t...
Today Scott and David celebrate the lives of Sharron Marshall, Ben Kelly, and the five surfers who drown in The Netherlands. They then assess Scott’s new surfboard (not the Xanadu! He got another!), tell stories...
In today’s episode David and Scott address the political motivations underlying local beach closures. Scott reviews his recent Xanadu acquisition and then recounts a harrowing experience from his early 30s at 15′ Puerto Escondido. Plus...
Scott and David discuss San Diego citizen’s uprising to reopen beaches and Scott blueprints his plan to bury a board at a local beach for quick and easy access. They then question John John’s sincerity...
In today’s show Scott and David begin the search for a private island to start a new quarantine colony, they then survey surf history for a blueprint on disaster preparedness, find critical insights in old...
In today’s episode Scott defies COVID quarantine to surf empty SoCal peaks and play a free round of free roam golf. He and David then dream up a new Tour, offer investment advice, mourn job...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott uncovers the most unlikely title contender for 2020. David survey’s marijuana’s angry influence. The boys then assess real estate prices in Palm Springs and celebrate Hawai’i’s reigning lilliputian prince....
In today’s episode Scott outlines his quiver for his upcoming Telos trip and embarks on a new diet in preparation. David then surveys the toll of head trauma on professional big wave surfers while Scott...
In today’s show Scott and David debate the risk and reward of married life, survey the economic value of a women’s event at Pipe, snooze through the Nazare Tow-Into-Mushburgers Challenge, and celebrate the age old...
In today’s show Scott and David design a new world order, unfettered by brands and the WSL, where JJF and Gabriel live in harmony. Scott simultaneously praises and condemns surfboard reviewers while David questions the...
Scott and David propose their predictions for 2020! Which Hollysood celeb will hook a North Shore hunk? Which world champ will bequeath life to an heir and simultaneously retire from surf domination? And prepare to...
It’s finals day at Pipeline! Scott and David analyze the title race, discuss the newly deemed unequivocal GOAT, time travel back to Spit of 2015, and celebrate the Hobgoods raw vulnerability. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and...
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss Jack Robinson’s Sunset domination, Zeke’s valid plea for an interference call, the WSL’s culpability and liability for Zeke’s demotion, Kelly’s justified hypocrisy, plus Dukes, Kooks, and so much...
In today’s show Scott and David discuss the joys of exhibitionism but the dangers of voyeurism, the fallacy of handmade craftsmanship, Ethan Ewing’s trite approach, and Scott aims for a respectable 3rd place. Plus Dukes,...
In today’s show Scott and David discuss an equitable price to sell one’s soul, world title scenarios, why Sunset’s inside bowl is overrated, and why you are your own worst enemy. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and...
In today’s show Scott and David discuss Gabriel Medina’s major malfunction, his priority blunder in Portugal, his entitled mentality, plus they analyze Kelly’s neurosis, and Donald Takayama’s most unpleasant surf experience, plus Dukes, Kooks and...
In today’s show David seeks to restrict the usage of the term “pro” surfer, Scott admits to a habit of aqua dumping, and the boys analyze Led Zeppelin’s affiliation with the occult. Plus Kooks, Dukes,...
While David’s away in Europe the boys throw back to a 4 year old episode of Spit! Originally aired on October 6, 2019 In today’s show David and Scott discuss surfing’s inclusion in the 2020...
In today’s show Scott details the long and storied fight for the sacred land (and surf) at Hollister Ranch. The boys then analyze the rumored changes to the 2020 WCT, lament to upcoming Freshwater Pro,...
In today’s episode Scott and David recap the 2019 Tahiti Pro (presented by Hurley), David does the ultimate walk of shame, Scott does some heavy lifting, and boys both recognize the distinct virtue of adult...
In today’s show Scott and David discuss the greatest twin battle in history, the greatest pocket-ride in history, the return of Garajagan, vile Internet comments, and one domestic shaper’s missive and call to action for...
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss alternative life strategies for B-list pro surfers, misanthropic sharks, why a whirling vortex is developing into the American Tornado, ELo’s mid season progress report, plus Dukes and Kooks and Must-See...
In today’s episode Scott and David track an ancient lineage of loyalty and honor that has brewed into an oncoming Japanese Cyclone. They lament for a bygone era of individualism and regret how homogenized surfing...
In today’s episode the boys recap the Oi Rio Pro and the greatest new and unexpected rivalry on Tour. Scott then recounts his weekend Surf Ranch and gives an exhaustive definition of the word “basin”...
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss drug usage in surfing as it relates to the 2020 Olympics and review Michael Oblowitz’s 2010 film “Sea of Darkness”. They then recap the worst surf event of...
In today’s episode, Scott reflects on his Boardroom Show’s expansion into Japan, they recap and analyze the Corona Bali Protected, wax nostalgic about Kelly’s return, and coin a brand new surf term. Enjoy! Follow @BoardroomShow and @SurfSplendor This...
In today’s episode Scott review’s his new Mid Twin from Aryse, David reviews the new Hobgood documentary “And Two If By Sea” and they both recap the 2019 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach; Slater’s performance,...
In today’s episode Scott reflects on a life changing encounter he had in the water in Northern Baja, David reviews his channel bottom twin midlength, they both speculate on corporate corruption in surf awards, judge the...
In today’s episode Scott grills David on his travels through Australia. Then the two analyze the woes of surf journalism, assess the 2019 Snapper Pro, and tangentially receive one of Australia’s most highly regarded fine...
In today’s episode Scott and David assign a monetary value to VIP experiences and an ideal dinner dates, they objectify competitive longboarding, shame big oil, and advocate for Ricardo Christie investing in butt implants. Plus Dukes,...
In today’s episode Scott and David offer ELo’s progress report, discuss Pat O’Connell’s new position as Tour commissioner, celebrate the return of JJF and the WSL’s new deal with Fox, and they nominate Dukes, Kooks, and Must-See...
In today’s episode, Scott and David analyze the takeaways from Stab In The Dark, make Volcom Pipe Pro predictions, highlight the value of surf retail, and they learn of their infamy in New Zealand (Hi...
In today’s episode Scott and David recount the 2nd most famous fight that took place at Surf Expo (not Chas and Ashton!), they analyze the worth of surfing’s most visible pro surfers, and they discuss...
In today’s show Scott and David analyze when it’s appropriate to burn someone and how meditation will help absolve you. They discuss the increasing need for diversity in the boardroom at the WSL and they envision the...
In today’s show Scott and David recap the 2018 Billabong Pro Pipeline Masters. Hot topics include Kelly’s miraculous 3 point ride, whether Gabe earned their fandom, will JJF be able to contend with Gabe’s dominance, the size...
In today’s (long over due) show, Scott and David unveil the 2018 Spit! Awards! They also make Pipe predictions, assess the Triple Crown, the Jaws Challenge, the 2019 rookies, try to make sense of the Surfer...
In today’s episode, Scott and David offer an intermediate surfer’s guide to Hawaii, survey the best surf films of the 90s, ponder the powers of axis deer meat, discover the realest octopus, and they officially...
To open today’s show Scott deems David a “wave rider” (not a surfer) and they unpack Scott’s misuse of social media. The boys then cover the WSL’s European leg, why Julian’s new found motivation will yield a world...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott uncovers David’s lack of “core” surferness. They both rejoice their narrow escape of a rare brain eating amoeba, they make predictions for the upcoming Quiksilver Pro France, and Scott gets scammed while...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his recent trip to Mexico (spoiler, he scored) and why he’s headed into surgery, he and David respond to listener emails, wax nostalgic about the Masters in the Azores, they...
In a special edition of Spit! Scott and David report live from the Surf Ranch Pro. Scott brings back “travishammockery” and then chats with Jake Howard of the WSL about Kelly’s unfair advantage. Marcus Sanders of...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott details his experience at the BSR Cable Park in Waco, Texas, David questions the virility of Shaun Tomson and the hair style choices of Don King, they both share a...
In today’s show Scott and David do battle to define the greatest waterman of all time. After the dust settles they survey Dane Reynolds’ appetite for more foam, discuss why a D-lister will win Cape Fear, predict that...
In today’s show, Scott and David discuss global warming’s impact on hurricane surf, why Filipe will never win a world title, Gabriel Medina’s psychological blackball, a Kelly vs Laird superheat at Jaws, and Facebook’s biggest...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David rebut ridicule from listener emails, David shares what it’s like to travel through Florida with Chas Smith, they discuss Toyko’s new Olympic wave pool, why Kelly will...
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss the dangers of competitive tickling, Mick’s huge victory over Kelly Slater, why Julian will miss a 4 foot putt, and they analyze how the incestuous nature of the surf...
Dennis Jarvis of Spyder Surfboards joins The Boardroom podcast to talk about AmericaBoardBuilders.com. Jarvis, a California native, former pro surfer-turned shaper who built boards for elite surfers Tom Curren and Ross Williams. His board brand Spyder Surf...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David uncover the story behind surfing’s biggest charlatan, survey how ego has thwarted mankind’s noblest pursuits, respectfully acknowledge Kelly’s unofficial retirement, and beg that you, our loyal listeners, don’t...
Welcome to The Boardroom podcast. Spawned from a desire to continue the conversations that take place at our annual surfboard tradeshow, Scott Bass is bringing you detailed discussions about waves and the equipment to ride...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David question the exclusion of women “Founders” in surfing’s legacy, analyze the most valuable aspect of surfing, read listener emails, and preview the Oi Rio Pro. Plus Dukes,...
In today’s Spit! Scott and David discuss solutions to clean remove a trash island the size of Alaska that is floating in the Pacific. They also discuss a potential quantum leap in fin design, the...
In today’s Spit!, Scott and David discuss all the fallout and implications of cancelling the Margaret River Pro; have WSL corporate interests superseded core values? What did the athletes want? Was there any real threat...
In today’s episode Scott and David redefine the English language, discuss how individual surf towns spawn and segregate unique board design, they discuss the shortcomings of the keel fin, how to decapitate someone with a boomerang, and...
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David discuss the latest casualty in surf print media, Jordy’s $65k rejection, tomorrow’s greatest surf destination, and surf celebrity sex tapes. Plus Must-See Moments, Dukes, and Kooks. Enjoy! Today’s show...
In today’s episode Scott and David analyze how the 7 Deadly Sins can help you become a better surfer, why we ought to ditch the WQS entirely, how to achieve surfing enlightenment, proper bathroom etiquette, and...
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David survey the latest rumors around the WSL’s withdrawal from Hawaii and their bid for a wave pool construction in Tokyo. They also examine the atrocity of burying radioactive waste...
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David recount their day at Surf Ranch, discuss the backroom politics of the Honolulu Mayor’s office, review ‘Bunker77’, and interview Pat Steele about his new book ‘Scorpion Bay’....
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss the politics of saving drowning victims, where they would spend their final minutes on earth, which surfboards Rock N’ Roll icons would ride, any why the greatest waves ever...
Today’s episode of Spit! features an interview with Slurpee Wave photographer Jonathan Nimerfroh. But first, Scott and David discuss why today’s best rivalries are happening between surf media (not surfers!) and why all surf...
In our final episode of 2017, Scott and David reflect on the year and outline ambitions for 2018. They also explain why JJF will never be a Pipe Master, why we should all be watching...
In today’s episode, Scott and David reflect on the work of Bruce Brown, Scott’s recent experience riding the replica of his “magic board” and his fondest surf trip memory with Matt Warshaw, they then discuss...
On today’s episode of Spit!, tempers flare when Scott and David debate whether specific ethnic groups should be granted priority access to events exclusively based on heritage. They then explore vulnerability by admitting their fears in head-high barrels,...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his inland surf trip to NLand Surf Park which ended with fun waves and a broken leg (no joke!). He and David then discuss the single greatest heat in...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his recent trip to France and gives us a first-hand account of the waves that blessed the Quiksilver and Roxy Pros. Scott and David then discuss what the...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David discuss the over-scoring of Jordy’s “9”, why Kanoa needs to go on a bender, Dane’s dad bod, who will win this weekend’s wave pool comp, and the...
In today’s episode of Spit! David and Scott implore the WSL to make our ‘CT surfers compete at Mavericks (hashtag anyone?), they analyze the upcoming Lowers Pro and attempt to decipher Aussie slang. They also mandate...
In today’s episode of Spit! David and Scott recap the Billabong Pro Tahiti, declare their updated World Title picks, lament the loss of their youth, David pans the new film “Given”, Scott discovers the new...
It’s monumental episode of Spit! For the first time in 3 years of recording together, David and Scott finally go for a surf. The boys recap their session, catch up on the Puerto event, the...
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David recap the greatest surf event in recent history, The 2017 Corona Open J-Bay. Discussions include Filipe’s paradigm shifting performance, the rainstorm of 10’s, the shark frenzy, mid-wave claims...
Today’s episode of Spit! ranges from utterly superficial to falsely existential! Strap in. David and Scott discuss Koa Rothman’s tooth-shattering (and swallowing) wipeout, female surfers popularity eclipsing males, the Freestone/Blanchard baby to be, who will win...
In today’s episode of Spit!, David and Scott survey Occy’s forthcoming wave pool “Surf Lakes”, analyze the OK Fiji Pro, Dane Reynold’s return to competition, and in the tradition that Scott set forth, David establishes...
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott recaps his recent surf trip to Mexico where he found enlightenment and his “Core Surfing Beliefs”. The boys then analyze the tenuous link between menstruation and shark attacks, pay...
Welcome to Spit! with Scott Bass and David Lee Scales. It’s the exact same podcast you know and love (call it Down The Line, call it Surf News) where Bass and Scales spitball big ideas,...
Someone contact BeachGrit, there’s a Blood Feud! David vs Scott! Kidding . . . kinda . . but not really. The tension boils over in today’s episode and Scott fires first! Then the boys chat...
In today’s episode, David and Scott catch up on JJF’s blistering performance in WA, the budgetary cuts for the WSL, the private job description for the WSL’s CEO position, a potential 2nd Fukishima-level radioactive waste...
In today’s episode David and Scott analyze the spectacular event that was the 2017 Quiksilver Pro. The Slater vs Medina non-interference, the judges love of non-risky backside snaps, and the greatest comeback story in surfing...
In today’s episode David and Scott analyze the upcoming 2017 WSL season and the first event at Snapper Rocks. Who will win? How will the rookies perform? Will Mick and Owen return to their world...
In this week’s show David and Scott catch up on their recent travels, the plethora of surf films washing through the Internets (Former, The Smiling Bag, Julian’s “Wayward”, etc), the upcoming 2017 WSL season and...
In this week’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss the bankruptcy of the Titans of Mavericks, Kelly and Joel’s retirement announcements, RedBull’s new standard of broadcasting, and whether or not Lakey will be...
Today’s episode comes to you in two parts; the first 30 minutes is a follow-up conversation with surfboard shaper Roger Hinds discussing The Dream Fish that he shaped for David. In the second part of...
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Paul Speaker’s departure from the WSL, Gabriel Media’s Surf Institute, a new Guinness Record in surfing, competing surf podcasts, the “Ride Anything” event at Lunada Bay, and Kepa...
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss the highest paid surfers of 2016, recap the Pipe Masters & the Nazare Challenge, and Scott dissects a recent altercation he had in the lineup and reevaluates his...
In today’s show David and Scott discuss the Surfer Awards, the controversy of the Triple Crown, a marijuana friendly house on the North Shore (and it’s guests), the Pipe Masters, Dukes and Kooks and much...
In this week’s episode, David and Scott discuss the world’s newest surf spots, Jeff Clark’s inside scoop on the Titan’s of Mavericks controversy, Dane Reynolds’ seminal new film ‘Chapter 11’, the documentary that details the...
Massive waves have been crashing on multiple coasts in the Pacific ocean. David and Scott discuss Mavericks, Jaws, the first ever women’s Big Wave World Tour event, the Triple Crown, and the closing of the NLand...
Surf Splendor is now accepting donations. Any amount is appreciated but we suggest a monthly, recurring donation of $5. Click the button! Thanks! In today’s episode, David and Scott discuss the end of the Quiksilver...
We have a packed show today with a couple of guests. David opens the show with a conversation with Roger Hinds about the noserider that he shaped for David. Scott then chats with former Surfer...
In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss David’s recent article on Beach Grit that defames Kelly Slater, dumb dolphins, the Bunker Spreckles documentary, two surfer’s 2,200 mile prone paddle journey, Kooks and...
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss Surf Park Summit 2 (which Scott emcee’d), the Surf Aid Malibu Cup, the dubious judging and spectacular upsets at the Hurley Lowers Pro, the two tragic suicides in...
David and Scott discuss the proliferation of new podcast’s on the market, boards their currently riding, then they chat about the 44 year old unsponsored surfer who won Tahiti on an experimental surfboard after practicing in...
David and Scott catch up after a month long hiatus to discuss surfing’s inclusion into the 2020 Olympics, the Padang Cup, the passing of Midget Farrelly, the US Open of Surfing, Dukes and Kooks and...
In today’s show David and Scott share Baja stories, read listener emails, discuss the controversial quarterfinal heat 1 at the JBay Open, and question why Kelly doesn’t promote Kelly, plus Kooks and Dukes and much...
The WSL’s VP of Communication Dave Prodan is the guest on today’s show. Dave’s a regular listener of Surf Splendor so he was eager to address many of the issues that David (Scales) and Scott...
In today’s show David and Scott recap the spectacle that was the 2016 Fiji Pro. In addition to the surfing highlights, they analyze Wiggoly’s controversial paddling tactics, Wilko’s haphazard title campaign, and they question the...
We begin today’s episode with a conversation with Matt Parker of Album Surfboards about an asymmetrical surfboard that he lent to David to surf. David and Scott then break down the latest surf news, including...
The WSL officially owns one of the world’s finest waves, Aaron Gold’s lifeless body gets plucked from certain death by the water patrol in Fiji, pro surfers share their horror stories from Rio, and Mason...
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Dane Reynolds compensation and dispute with Quiksilver. They also chat about the Big Wave Award winners, Kelly Slater’s Willy Wonka-style Golden Ticket to his wave pool, and the upcoming...
In today’s episode, David and Scott analyze the Australian leg of the tour and ask, is unpredictability more valued than perfection? They also congratulate the first (known) Pulitzer Prize winning surfer and Taj on retirement. And lastly, they...
In today’s episode David and Scott recap the Bells Beach event, analyze the Big Wave award nominees, spread rumors and gossip about an upcoming specialty event at Teahupo’o, shame the former Australian Prime Minister for...
This week we cover the glory and drama that was the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast, including the injuries, the upside down world rankings, Duke-esque maneuvers, and so much more. Enjoy! SHOUT OUT TO MIKE AND...
After a couple worthy swells and one false start, The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau Invitational finally ran on February 25th, 2016. It was glorious! Arguably, the biggest, best Eddie ever, Waimea Bay was...
So much surf news! Big waves smashed Mavericks and Jaws, but not Waimea. Did Quik know? Was it all a hoax? Also, lots of green talk this week; Fergal Smith runs for the Green Party, KS...
Recorded while David and Scott watch the final day of the Volcom Pipe Pro, the boys discuss Kelly’s plea to investigate 9/11, Quiksilver’s $600 million bailout, Brock Little’s cancer diagnosis, Brazil’s unpaid bills, and so...
So much (dare I say it) El Nino swell pumping through the Pacific lately. David and Scott break down the seasons from Todos Santos to Peahi. Scott discusses the highlights of Surf Expo, and David...
In this hard-hitting episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott reveal their predictions for 2016, analyze social media’s ROI, step inside Strider’s Malibu barn, honor the Dukes, chastise the Kooks, and so much more. Dig...
Bonus episode! David and Scott chime-in on Adriano’s World Title, the Pipe Masters, and Kelly Slater’s Wave Pool. It’s been a big week in surfing and we’re all the winners. Oh yeah, we also have...
We have a supersized show for you today, complete with an interview with Rob Machado and Firewire CEO Mark Price discussing Rob’s new line of Firewire constructed boards. The Machado interview starts at the 65...
In today’s show David and Scott have a pre-Pipeline discussion including Bruce Irons’ entry into the event, his new sponsorship deal, the Triple Crown standings, the Target Maui Pro, a horrific tragedy in Mexico, FCS’s...
Welcome back! In today’s show David and Scott discuss the start of the Triple Crown, David reviews John John Florence’s new film “View From A Blue Moon”, David give’s his top 10 Surf Poll Awards,...
We’re back! David and Scott catch up on their travels, the World Title race going into Pipeline, opening season at Sunset, the recent tragedies at Swami’s, Dukes and Kooks, and much more! DAVID IN EUROPE Here’s...
In today’s show David and Scott discuss surfing’s inclusion in the 2020 Olympics, Barbarian Days, Laird’s new clothing line, whether marriage hinders a world title campaign, Dukes, Kooks, Must-See Moments and more! BARBARIAN DAYS Click...
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Kelly Slater and Joel Tudor’s jiu jitsu grapple, Quiksilver’s bankruptcy, the gruesome shark attack video in Instagram, Duke, Kooks, and much more! Man Attacked by Tiger Shark Posts...
In today’s show we talk to Surf Aid founder Dr. Dave Jenkins. He explains the Mother & Child Health Project that he distributes through the remotes regions of Indonesia. In the second part of the...
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss kook slams, the anomaly of the current North Shore activity, the perils of kitesurfing, how Julian will win the world title this year, and Curren playing jazz at...
In today’s show we discuss how Scott and David are the Easy-E and Dr. Dre of the surf podcast game, surfer’s horrible musical preferences, the terrors of Teahupo’o, the foibles of Surf Snowdonia, and oh...
David and Scott catch up and discuss their respective surf travels during the past month before discussing Fanning’s shark attack, Snowdonia, surf fashion, motocross at Teahupo’o, the US Open, and much more. Enjoy! JBAY Mick...
David and Scott discuss the sorry state of surf filmmaking, and the few glimmers of hope. Kandui? Or Nokandui? We discuss the NFL’r who just wants to shred, we preview J-Bay, and share the heartwarming...
In today’s show, David and Scott discuss spectacle that was the Fiji Pro, Guiness record setting group surfing, Target taking over surf, Tom Curren bodyboarding, JFLO’s faceplant into the reef, a new dimension in surf...
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss photographer’s infighting, Texas wave parks, Sally’s win with a ruptured ear drum, where Kelly’s wins went, and much more! Dig in! PHOTOGRAPHY RIGHTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA Steele Fires...
David and Scott discuss the Rio Pro pandemonium, the $20 million StabMag purchase, Banting dethroning Slater, why Filipe is greater than Kolohe, oil spilling kooks, Spindle Flipping dukes, and a surf photographer’s Ted Talk. Put...
Here’s a bonus sized episode for you. We cover the WSL’s bid for the Maverick’s permit, the massive Puerto Escondido swell, bid a fond farewell to brother Barney, discuss opening day in Rio, take a...
In today’s show David and Scott recap the Western Australian leg of the Tour, discuss man-scaping with Kelly and Gabe, 65 year old’s getting pitched over the falls at Puerto, and proper parenting techniques coming...
We open today’s show discussing a couple insightful emails from listeners who know much more about our show topics than we do (no sarcasm intended!). We also analyze the WSL going into what looks to be...
CEO’s are getting clipped. Sharks are getting jumped. South African’s backhand the BWWT. The NY Times chimes in on the Brazilian Storm. Kelly invests in yet another business venture and Playmates are hosting surf trips! Not to...
No Pipe Masters?! It could happen. David and Scott uncover a juicy saga that may lead to the unraveling of the WSL. In the 2nd half of show 1976 World Surfing Champion, Peter Townend, joins...
David and Scott discover the burgeoning surf scene in South Korea, celebrate the Maui surf community, petition surf access in Morocco, analyze the success of our inaugural Fantasy Surfer club, and discuss all the glory...
Spreading rumors, what we’re riding, Noa Deane talks sobriety, Kelly’s birdie, Pay-Per-View surfing, Dukes, Kooks, and so much more. It’s a plentiful week for Surf Splendor. Get it while it’s fresh. Enjoy! CATCHING UP Torrey...
We spend the first half of today’s show chatting with Firewire CEO Mark Price about board construction, rumors of Kelly Slater’s investment in the brand, and upcoming trends in board building materials. In the second...
We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover the details of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, Bruce...
Dane Reynolds is pregnant. Kelly Slater has a Master’s Degree. Gabriel is NOT the first Brazilian surf champ. We uncover some hard truths in the first show of 2015. Enjoy! PIPE MASTERS RECAP Gabriel clinched...
With 5 consecutive lay days at the Pipe Masters, David & Scott take the opportunity to dissect the controversial trials event, rounds 1 & 2, and the unbelievable free surf session that took place 10...
In today’s episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott break down the upcoming Pipe Masters event and the recent report of the ASP operating at a $30 million loss. Yikes! From the forecast, to the...
In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott catch up on the incredible event that was first jewel of the Triple Crown, Kelly Slater’s announcement about being a brand ambassador, electrified shark nets, Davo’s...
Is Kelly “Jedi-Mind-Trapping” Gabby and Mick? These two podcasters think so! What is the Titan of Mavericks, and who? Is Scott endangering people’s lives by surfing leashless? Will Quiksilver be around in 12 months? All...
While watching the final of the Rip Curl Pro, David and Scott discuss the highs and lows of the event. They then continue the debate about the decreasing market influence of the professional freesurfer, where...
David & Scott discuss Kelly Slater’s wave pool, trespassing through private property to surf, John John’s mastery in France, the world title scenarios, Dukes and Kooks and much more! INTRO AND CATCH UP Kelly explains...
Welcome back! In the midst of this “Gabriel the villain” controversy, Gabe runs over 2 people at Lowers and then Chris Ward’s daughter, Malia, pushes Gabe off a wave! We then recap the Hurley Lowers...
David and Scott catch up on listener feedback and emails, mainly regarding hatemail directed towards Scott’s opinion about Gabe Medina playing the role of the villain in the ASP. They then cover the attempt to...
David and Scott catch up about their respective Hurricane Marie sessions, Scott campaigns for Gabriel Medina to play the role of the “Bad Guy” of the WCT, and the they discuss why Cape Fear was...
David and Scott hail Tommy Carroll, applaud Luke Egan & Kelly Slater for bucking the man, plan a surf trip to North Korea, and much more! CATCHING UP You should watch Strange Rumblings in Shangra-La...
David and Scott discuss Fast Eddie’s threat to the ASP, Freddy P’s un-sewn wild oats, Webland, Duke & Kook and more! Gossip Hour Kelly in Pumas and Volcom Freddy P’s 10 Regrets Increased Shark Population...
In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott begin by recapping The Boardroom Show. Scott then shares about a luncheon he attended in 2012 with Ricky Grigg and talks about his passing. The guys...
In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss finless surfing, shark deterrent wetsuits, the Billabong Rio Pro, Dustin Barca’s bid for mayor, the Duke and Kook, and much more. Today’s episode was recorded...
David and Scott discuss the Bells Beach event, the XXL awards, Sally Fitz & KFC, beer sponsors, Dukes & Kooks and much more! Recorded at the Surfing Heritage & Culture Center Opening Topics The Boardroom...
Recorded at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center in San Clemente. David and Scott discuss the Otis Carey lawsuit, the Margaret River event, the XXL awards and much more. Opening Topics SUP Adventures in Pittsburgh,...
David Scales and Scott Bass welcome Sean Mattison to discuss Kelly parting ways from Quiksilver, the life of Hobie Alter, Cape Fear, Margaret River, Gossip Hour, Duke & Kook and more! Kelly Slater Says Goodbye...
David and Scott discuss their new asymmetrical surfboards, racism in surfing, Bangladeshi female surfers, and much more! Kelly’s Car Gets Vandalized Asymmetrical Boards by Donald Brink The Boardroom Icons of Foam Shaping Contest, Tribute...
Special guest Paul Staurch joins us to discuss the 50th anniversary celebration of the Endless Summer. Then David Scales and Scott Bass discuss the Quiksilver Pro Snapper event: the successes, the shortcomings, the gossip, the...
We’re pleased to have special guest Johnny Kessel in studio today. He shares his harrowing story of being lost at sea just a few days ago! Then David and Scott discuss Carissa ripping, Jordy tripping,...
Scott Bass and David Scales discuss Equality for the Women’s Tour, Lewis Samuels, Bat Tails, The Polarity of Adriano, plus the Duke and Kook of the week. SURFERS CROSSING OVER Anastasia Ashley Bethany Hamilton Golf...
David and Scott discuss recent big wave activity around the Pacific, localism at Lunada Bay, the passing of Bruce Jones, and the changes for 2014 ASP World Tour. Big Wave Activity The Eddie is off...
David and Scott discuss the pivotal moments that contributed to one of the greatest days ever of competitive surfing. Here’s the link to all the heats on the Billabong Pipe Masters website.
David and Scott discuss the culture of the North Shore, a mid-Pipe Masters recap, the Surfer Poll awards and much more. WELCOME TO PARADISE, NOW GO TO HELL Kai “Borg” Garcia comes clean video. SURFER...
David and Scott catch up on a variety of topics from Dane trying to requalify to the wipeout of the year at Jaws. Click “PLAY” and enjoy! RED BULL DECADES *Note the misspelling of Matt...
In this supersized version of Surf News, David and Scott break down this weeks biggest stories. Is Sunny Garcia a one-trick pony? Will Fukushima destroy the planet? Is Greg Long the adventurer of the year?...
David and Scott discuss Maya Gabiera’s wipeout at Nazare, Carlos Burle’s potential record breaking ride at Nazare, the Pipeline Season opening swell, Tom Carroll’s meth addiction, the One World Ranking, and the best songs ever!...
We start today’s show with David discussing The Fin Project with Timothy Hogan. Secondly, we let you listen to a preview of next week’s episode, A Candid Conversation with Shaun Tomson. Lastly, David sits down...
David & Scott discuss the Mick & Gabe final in France, Parko getting pushed by judges and slapped by a bodyboarder, Dave Wassel vs. Tahiti, and much more. Enjoy! MICK VS. GABE AT THE QUIK...
Show topic #1: WCT CURRENT RANKINGS Current Rankings Billabong Pro Tahiti Website with the Heat Analyzer Hurley Lowers Pro Website Show Topic #2: Alana Blanchard’s T-Mobile Commercial Ellie Jean Coffey’s Feature in Esquire Show Topic...
LISTEN IN ITUNES We’re introducing a new format this week. We sat down with Scott Bass from Down The Line Radio to simulcast a show covering the current hot topics in surfing. Let me know...