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 show David and Chas do a deep investigation to out the poser who is trying to dupe you into buying a soft top, discover the scientifically proven unit of infraction Kell and Griff broke the code of ethics, clock the appropriate time to wait for a beach parking spot, reveal surf’s sordid history … Continue reading "381 – The Grit! July 16, 2026" The post 381 – The Grit! July 16, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott are shocked by Time Magazine’s most influential surfer, but use it to made a bold world title prediction, question if better waves in wave pools will actually lead to fiscal solvency, welcome a second attempt at a Rebel Tour, and discover how slow, solo travel might cure man’s modern … Continue reading "466 – Spit! July 15, 2026" The post 466 – Spit! July 15, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas find the ultimate forecast tool to survey the surf report without the risk of getting sucked into the social media phone vortex, Griff accidentally leaks evidence that he’s in one of surfing’s most secretive and exclusive cabals, a listener sulks through reality after the comedown of the perfect Maldivian … Continue reading "380 – The Grit! July 10, 2026" The post 380 – The Grit! July 10, 2026 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 .

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on the career of the greatest surfer/shaper ever from The Hague, pen a eulogy to Scott’s SUP career, plot an investment strategy to buy new boards before pioneer shapers retire, acknowledge Slater’s unrivaled Teahupo’o resume before writing him off, finally determine an objective way to measure waves (thanks … Continue reading "465 – Spit! July 8, 2026" The post 465 – Spit! July 8, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David reevaluate the legacy’s of surfing’s most notorious big wave icon and OG stylists, reflect on the inauspicious inception of the CT’s latest venue, celebrate surf culture’s funeral with a DJ set by Paris Hilton and the unlikely return of a surfer lost at sea, then wonder if demo days … Continue reading "379 – The Grit! July 3, 2026" The post 379 – The Grit! July 3, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott remember which pro surfer launched the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and his connection to a murderous jewel thief, they revisit the origin story of Cloud 9 and mythical lore that’s drawn the WSL to it’s fabled reef, discuss the major shake up in the WSL rankings, reflect on how … Continue reading "464 – Spit! July 2, 2026" The post 464 – Spit! July 2, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas review the Louis Vuitton surf capsule and fashion show, acknowledge one of the most influential surfers of this generation, make an alarming accusation at Surfer Magazine, reveal the heralded world champ who tried to cut the bathroom line, measure the distance from the beach it’s acceptable to ride a … Continue reading "378 – The Grit! June 26, 2026" The post 378 – The Grit! June 26, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on “Big Wave Surfing’s” adjacency to all other surfing, revisit some of the most harrowing stories of survival and breakthrough, gossip about the infighting, romance, and dramas the percolate from those intense line-ups, and finally give recognition to some of the sports purists who never seek a dime … Continue reading "463 – Spit! June 24, 2026" The post 463 – Spit! June 24, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas gives the Moroccan surf report and finally unlocks the joys of big boarding, David fills him in on the major upsets in Brazil, and the cisgender white males dissect Tyler Wright’s oral sex pantomime claim, reveal the greatest surf magazine cover of all time, advise on a perfect must-have surf caboodle, … Continue reading "377 – The Grit! June 22, 2026" The post 377 – The Grit! June 22, 2026 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 David and Scott identify surfing’s most prodigious man of mystery, hear the harrowing tale of Timmy Patterson’s near drowning, mark a stark contrast between Carissa Moore and Tyler Wright’s manner of celebration, welcome Leo Fioravanti to his rightful throne, and salute one of the greatest surf teams to every be assembled. Plus … Continue reading "462 – Spit! June 17, 2026" The post 462 – Spit! June 17, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show, live from Morocco, David and Chas bid a fond farewell to a moderation great, reveal how the WSL hamstrung an innocent CT surfer’s potential, get floored by the souliest surfer’s lauding of chlorinated tube time, explain why you should never dab someone up, navigate how to rewrite your social media history, and … Continue reading "376 – The Grit! June 12, 2026" The post 376 – The Grit! June 12, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David live commentate the El Salvador Pro, are stunned by the massive upsets, analyze two hugely consequential priority blunders by the WSL’s judge, do a deep dive into American softness and wonder if grittiness can ever be fostered in adulthood, and welcome the long awaited return of SoCal’s premium big … Continue reading "461 – Spit! June 10, 2026" The post 461 – Spit! June 10, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David question the ethics of the El Salvador local who kicked his board at Jack Robinson, survey Italo’s laceration from a different local, witness a near end of life at End Of The Road, learn the exact timeline of Taj’s employ at Hayden, hear about old school street justice from … Continue reading "375 – The Grit! June 5, 2026" The post 375 – The Grit! June 5, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott prep for the El Salvador Pro, salivate over the forecast, review the massive South Swells parading though the Pacific and some of the epic rides, begin the design process to improve the big wave Gun, review the finale footage of Stab In The Dark, analysis why Hayden gets maligned … Continue reading "460 – Spit! June 3, 2026" The post 460 – Spit! June 3, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas question the intelligence quotient required to be labeled a “boob”, worry about the Dora household dynamics, question the purity of Stab’s latest winner amidst a bombshell of new truth, pay remembrance to one of California’s surfing savants, and determine the exact age to stop fighting back pain and accept … Continue reading "374 – The Grit! May 29, 2026" The post 374 – The Grit! May 29, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David review the New Zealand Pro and parse the controversy about “traditional vs aerial” approach in the mens final, celebrate another redefining of what’s possible by Carissa Moore, question how so many greats have fallen into the rankings abyss, advise to not change shapers mid-career, and bid a fond farewell … Continue reading "459 – Spit! May 27, 2026" The post 459 – Spit! May 27, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David fantasize about a life after quitting surfing, wonder the pleasures of dragging their nether regions through a gapping pit, finally pay respects to Hamana Kalili, flirt with the idea of a having a surfboard dalliance, discover the ultimate White Person Problem, and endeavor to teach the youth the exquisite … Continue reading "373 – The Grit! May 21, 2026" The post 373 – The Grit! May 21, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott discuss the delicate balance of maintaining a passion for surf while being able to monetize it and exploit to the masses, revel in the Twin+1 virtues at gutless Manu Bay, note a demarcation line when media company entered the events biz and stole focus from a CT event, applaud … Continue reading "458 – Spit! May 20, 2026" The post 458 – Spit! May 20, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas laud the successes of Stab High, grimace at the horror show in Raglan, bask in the retribution of the monk seal attacker, attempt to rewire their personalities, discover why kindness is the new cool, identify a theme unique to all Curren stories, learn how to prime the body to … Continue reading "372 – The Grit! May 15, 2026" The post 372 – The Grit! May 15, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David dive into New Zealand’s surf history in anticipation of the CT event, mark a flashpoint in women’s progression that will change everything, investigate what the sale of Surf Ranch means for the WSL, prep bigger boards for the “100% probable” El Niño season, and welcome Torren Martyn from his … Continue reading "457 – Spit! May 13, 2026" The post 457 – Spit! May 13, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David demarcate fighting’s return to surf culture, welcome back vigilante justice and false cracks, celebrate the uber competitive Snapper Rocks comp, discover Joel Tudor’s presidential ancestor and realize the reason for his need to educate, discover a Multilevel Marketing Scheme has been masquerading as a marital art for 700 years, … Continue reading "371 – The Grit! May 7, 2026" The post 371 – The Grit! May 7, 2026 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 .

In today’s show David and Scott reflect on the incredibly competitive CT event at Snapper, welcome Steph back to her rightful place on the throne, Ethan asserts himself on centerstage in both of surf’s main media outlets, Goofyfooters assert that they are simply better, then the boys watch a live action shark chase and bid … Continue reading "456 – Spit! May 6, 2026" The post 456 – Spit! May 6, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas welcome Steph back to her rightful position, investigate the real source of Carissa’s weepy win, discover why this new unsponsored era of pro surfing might foster a return to personalities, question whether the rabid Brazzo surf fan is actually the lowest form of fandom, celebrate the generosity of one … Continue reading "370 – The Grit! May 1, 2026" The post 370 – The Grit! May 1, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott details his trip to Nicaragua and regales with stories of thumping beach breaks and endless fish caught before he and David recap the incredible runs of Pittar and Peterson at Margaret’s, the Brazilian dominance in the top 5, why Ethan’s light’s-out surfing doesn’t translate to event results, and they discover the … Continue reading "455 – Spit! April 28, 2026" The post 455 – Spit! April 28, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David mark the entry to professional surfing’s new era of ultra fitness, and then witness surfing’s core score plummet as Kim K enters the lineup, Zeke joins OnlyFans, “Yew!” hits peak saturation, then Garet from Central Coast outshines Kelly Slater with a single wave, and Andy Irons returns to yet … Continue reading "369 – The Grit! April 24, 2026" The post 369 – The Grit! April 24, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David recaps his Nicaragua trip and shares new enlightenment gleaned through exhaustion and surf satiation, then Chas offers a gentle acceptance of Prince Harry into the surf world brethren, and the boys review surf etiquette signs and attempt to find universality for a code of conduct before discovering the perils of cliff … Continue reading "368 – The Grit! April 21, 2026" The post 368 – The Grit! April 21, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode David reports from the ground in Nicaragua detailing the waves and preferred board choices, and then he and Scott recap Bells, Margaret’s opening day, the Yago vs Wilcox beef, and the official changing of the guard in the women’s division. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! Sponsor: WaterwaysTravel.com Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf Partners: SurfNVS.com Partners: REALWatersports.com Partners: Surfrider.org Partners: Treeswax.com LUKE … Continue reading "454 – Spit! April 18, 2026" The post 454 – Spit! April 18, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David get even deeper scoop about Britt vs Kelly’s burgeoning Blood Feud, identify the biggest headline coming out of Bells despite the horrendous surf, survey the potential good that Firewire has done for local craftsmen shapers, get a reality check about their own obnoxious privilege, and warn of the dangers … Continue reading "367 – The Grit! April 10, 2026" The post 367 – The Grit! April 10, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David sift through the tiresome opening rounds of Bells and pull from decades of data to offer a solution for how the WSL can put the best surfers in the best waves, they lament their horrible Surfival picks, and then marvel at the brilliance of Ethan Ewing’s savant level surfing … Continue reading "453 – Spit! April 8, 2026" The post 453 – Spit! April 8, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David Lee Noem get’s outed in the most provocative Doppelgänger yet, one surf commentator openly opines about a 21 year old surfer’s derriere, RC surfers return to harass grumpy locals, the boys receive a call from Tom Curren’s parrot, and get an update from the flooded front lines of the North Shore, … Continue reading "366 – The Grit! April 3, 2026" The post 366 – The Grit! April 3, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David check the freesurf footage from Bells to make predictions and Surfival picks, reveal surprising board swaps, decide whether what’s right for the pros applies for average Joes, learn about surfing’s first water photographer, bid a fond farewell to one of board buildings true OG’s and American icon, welcome the … Continue reading "452 – Spit! April 2, 2026" The post 452 – Spit! April 2, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas reveals the story behind his new Surfer’s Journal piece on Laird Hamilton as David reveals Laird latest display of ridiculousness, Slater is revealed as a fallen angel by the Fittest Flat Earther, and the boys learn why stretchy board shorts created their poor style, and how to smoke screen your friends … Continue reading "365 – The Grit! March 27, 2026" The post 365 – The Grit! March 27, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show The Grit! influence finds it’s way to Tom Curren, Caio Ibelli delivers an ominous warning to new CT qualifiers, Israel joins the Tour, elitists SoCal surfers show how abandon your corporate overlords, Chas designs a plan to fix Malibu while David manifests never coveting it, and they begin a petition to get … Continue reading "364 – The Grit! March 20, 2026" The post 364 – The Grit! March 20, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David analyze the new crop of CT qualifiers and find a narrowing gap of talent disparity, predict a new shaper to vault the year-end rankings, examine how the CT’s structure actually deteriorates top level talent, rank the best big wave surfers in the world, get a backside tube tutorial masterclass … Continue reading "450 – Spit! March 19, 2026" The post 450 – Spit! March 19, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s episode David and Chas delve deep into the Harvey Weinstein and WSL connection and determine when to distance yourself from lecherous friends, analyze the veracity of Joel Tudor’s accusations against Kelly Slater for his BJJ stolen belt valor, dig into the devastation of soft tops for the culture and the environment, learn the … Continue reading "363 – The Grit! March 13, 2026" The post 363 – The Grit! March 13, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott find the verified truth about the irrepressible Reno Abellira, sift through Joel Tudor’s latest fiery tirade, update their Survival League with the latest CT qualifiers, take the toll on the environmental devastation caused by soft tops, take a peek inside the cult of Skip Frye, and bare witness to … Continue reading "449 – Spit! March 11, 2026" The post 449 – Spit! March 11, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas confronts (and maybe reconciles) his longboard spite, Tony Hawk teaches Kelly Slater a lesson in how to contribute to the surf community while David designs a plan for redemption for Slater through exorcism, Gerry Lopez gets outed as a member of an elite secret society, Steph becomes an actual Barbie doll, … Continue reading "362 – The Grit! March 6, 2026" The post 362 – The Grit! March 6, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott discuss the controversy surrounding Kelly Slater selecting his own surfboard brand as the winner of Stab In The Dark, the surf industry’s long history of pay-to-play “journalism”, why no one is discussing the actual surfing, potential sustained damage to his brand, why Ethan Ewing will erase the pain away, … Continue reading "448 – Spit! March 4, 2026" The post 448 – Spit! March 4, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas investigate the ISA’s latest bid to devalue the WSL and bolster their own reputation as the governing body of competitive surfing, discover Taylor Knox’s new career opportunity as Hollywood stunt double, one listener confronts a shocking revelation of how he almost imploded his happy marriage, and Chas is forced … Continue reading "361 – The Grit! February 28, 2026" The post 361 – The Grit! February 28, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David analyze whether longboarding still fits into their surf experience, the virtues of EPS, how the new ISA qualification system reveals a power move for a competing governing body of surfing and a wrestling of power away from the WSL, they profess a deep love for the people of Mexico … Continue reading "447 – Spit! February 26, 2026" The post 447 – Spit! February 26, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Chas share the harrowing details of Kolohe’s recent near tragedy, report on the massive shakeup underfoot of Gabriel Medina, pit Chris Hemsworth vs Josh Brolin in the ultimate surf celeb battle, learn why a pedicure may be the ultimate sign of a core surfer, and discover why rum may be … Continue reading "360 – The Grit! February 20, 2026" The post 360 – The Grit! February 20, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show David and Scott discuss their dichotomous views on the latest Kelly Slater blacklight reveal, survey the shifting global safety warning regarding Central America, check-in with the mental health status of pros who get too much too soon, uncomfortably laugh at The Hawk’s bad behavior, bid farewell to the latest wave pool dismissal, … Continue reading "446 – Spit! February 19, 2026" The post 446 – Spit! February 19, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David reveal while “betrayal” may be an understatement by Britt Merrick about his adopted brother Kelly Slater, they question if perhaps there is such a thing as bad publicity, learn that Tony Robbin’s due diligence lacks thoroughness, $13k is up for grabs to a female filmmaker, why your next Fish … Continue reading "359 – The Grit! February 13, 2026" The post 359 – The Grit! February 13, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David discuss the pivot away from surfing for Stab In The Dark and investigate and speculate on the rift between Kelly and the Merrick’s, reflect on Biolos’ transition from anti-contest shaper to poster boy for competitive surfing, celebrate the break out star of the series, wish for a more selfless … Continue reading "445 – Spit! February 11, 2026" The post 445 – Spit! February 11, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Chas and David mark an exponential growth spurt across the entire Challenger Series and try to pinpoint the catalyst, reveal the subtle juke from JJF regarding naming his kid, ponder if it’s ever acceptable to have your dad fight your fights, celebrate the man who brought surfing to it’s simultaneous highest and … Continue reading "358 – The Grit! February 6, 2026" The post 358 – The Grit! February 6, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .

In today’s show Scott and David struggle to accept adopting volume in their dims lexicon, analyze whether JJF’s surfing prowess will increase off Tour, wonder why Brazil’s greatest have abandoned the North Shore winter pilgrimage, bow down to Caity’s Waimea wrangling, and profess that pioneering new barrels is surfing’s greatest aspiration. Plus Dukes and Kooks! … Continue reading "444 – Spit! February 4, 2026" The post 444 – Spit! February 4, 2026 appeared first on Surf Splendor .