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A conversation with Zac Backlin_SURF DRY
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A conversation with Allison Taylor and Chris Latham_ Grow Wise Financial
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A conversation with Remy Stratton
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A conversation with Jason “SHELTY” Shelton_SALTY CREW
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A conversation with Todd Proffit_H20 WINTER CLASSIC
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A conversation with Taylor “TAY” Whisendand_FUN DAY SURF
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A conversation with Sara Freyre
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A conversation with John West_CITY PRO
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A conversation with Todd “KLINEY” Kline
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A conversation with CORE LORD
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Conversations at Kelly Sorensen DAY OF STOKE
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A conversation with Kei “K-CHAN” Kobashyi_Episode #2
Our guest this week is a second time repeat because he has been kicking ass lately, dropping some insane viral clips and racking up some trophies along the way! This young buck has a few WQS wins under his belt, but recently just won The Bonsoy Asia Super Series. We are pumped to hear about…
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A conversation with Craig “BO” Bouman_HITS Bev
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Conversations at HSS SURF DEMO DAY_EG Fratantaro_Sector9_Matt Singly_Florence_HSS Groms_Frizzelle Groms
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A conversation with Mike Miner_CDNCE SHOES
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A conversation with Lance “LV” Varon_Xcel Wetsuits
Our guest this week is a true industry veteran with nearly 40 years in the surf world under his belt. He got his first industry gig in high school managing the Carl Hayward Surfboards Shop. Later, he went on to holding key sales roles with some of the biggest names in the game, including Dragon…
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A conversation with KalaniA conversation with Kalani “KOOLANI” Robb_EPISODE #2A conversation with Kalani
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A conversation with Blaze “BLAŽĖ Roche and Dfernando Zaremba_MENTAL SURF FILM
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A conversation with John “BAM BAM” aka “THE TERMINATOR” Parmenter
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A conversation with Reef “BIG CAT” McIntosh_QUIKSILVER
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A conversation between PASSION PROJECT X L8NIGHT WITH CHOCCY
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A conversation with Keanu Asing_BILLABONG
Our guest this week is a Hawaiian surfer who’s been battling it out in the lineup since the young age of 8. Going head-to-head with some of the most prominent Surfers to ever come out of Hawaii. Following those intense amateur rivalries onto the world stage, he qualified for the Championship Tour in 2015. His…
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A conversation with Tony Perez_SALT LIFE
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A conversation with Dave Rabe_CRAFTED BY KAIROS
Our guest this week is an entrepreneur, content creator, workout enthusiast, surfer, outdoorsman, and founder of Kairos — an artisan premium seasoning company crafted for the outdoor chef, adventurer, and home BBQ connoisseur. We are stoked to welcome to the show Mr. Dave Rabe Crafted by Kairos. View this post on Instagram A post shared…
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A conversation with Brett Barnes_LEGENDS @ THE PIER -EL SALVADOR
Our guest this week is a Surfer that relocated to Maui at an early age to live the Surfer’s Life in Paradise. Surfing all day and working in restaurants and retail to make ends meet. He got a job at Hobie and was very fortunate to have Dick Metz as a mentor and quickly climbed…
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A conversation with Brad Dougherty_APEX MKTG GROUP
Our guest this week is an industry veteran with over three decades of experience. From Astrodeck to World Jungle, and an impressive 25-year run at Volcom, he’s done it all. He worked his way up from managing athletes and Surf Teams to overseeing multi-million-dollar marketing budgets and executing major global Surf events as Volcom’s VP…
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A conversation with Matt Myers_MYERS SURF MENTORSHIP
Our guest this week is former Pro Surfer and Rip Curl Team Manager. Currently, he is a highly respected Surf coach, working with some of the most exciting talent in the water today. From up-and-coming amateurs grinding through the NSSA and USA Surfing Primes, to major contenders on the Challenger Series like Nolan Rapoza, Ryan…
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A conversation John “MUGS” McGuinness_FXCK CANCER
Our guest this week is another hardcore Huntington Beach OG. A former pro snowboarder turned entrepreneur, he’s had an impressive run across multiple industries over the past 20 years. From working as a physical therapist to repping for O’Neill Snow, his hustle never stopped. In 2004, after his cousin Brandon McGuinness (RIP) was diagnosed with…
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Conversations with the BILLABONG TEAM_JOSIE PRENDERGAST_SHION CRAWFORD_EITHAN OSBORNE
We sat down with the Billabong Surfers-Josie Prendergast, Shion Crawford, and Eithan Osborne. Thanks to Dane Jefferys, Keanu Asing, and Boardriders Cafe!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A conversation with Kuio “KUI” Young_PULU
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A conversation with Dave “DAV0” Hegstrom_SKATERBUILT
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A conversation with Lorin Ely McGregor_The KRAFT_O’Neill
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Conversations at CARV Expo_Distant Local_Steko_WRV_Satellite Boardshop_AVVA
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A conversation with Marc Beaty
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A conversation with Tatiana Weston-Webb_ A MARBLE IN THE JAR
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A conversation with Chris Carter_X-FILES
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A conversation with YÜTH MAGAZINE_Carson Kropfl_Mikey Walshe
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Conversations at Surfscape_Courtney McKenna-McKenna Volkswagen_Macy Mullen_Vast Life
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A conversation with Mark “RAGING BULL” aka “OCCY” and Jay “J-BOY” Occhilupo_BILLABONG
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A conversation with Tommy “REZZY” Rezvan
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A conversation with Thomas “TICKLES” Ihnken
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Conversations at SPYDER FEST_Scott “LONEWOLF” Daley_Richard “DICKIE” O’Reilly
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A conversation with Kelly “THE GOAT” Slater #2 BW-AI
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Conversations at HSS Demo Day
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A Conversation with Jimmy Queen “Big Dog” of Thank You Collective
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A conversation with Charles “CORKY” Carroll
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A Conversation with Logan “CHUCKY” Dulien of SNAPT5
Our guest this week is a legendary surf filmmaker. He’s been instrumental in launching and elevating countless pro surf careers, not just through his iconic SNAPT film franchise, but also as an agent, manager, life coach, therapist, and even bankroller. One of the most unselfish humans we know, he once helped raise money for a…
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A Conversation with General Admission
We sit down with Gavin Dogan, founder of General Admission in his beautiful home in Venice Beach, CA.
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A Conversation with Aaron “THE LAW” Loyd – Shaper, Artist, Photographer
Our guest this week is a Craftsman and Artist! He began working with foam and fiberglass in the mid-sixties, establishing his own Surfboard label in 1968. He also had a side hustle designing art/logos air-spray apparel in high school, painted high-end motorcycles and even pinstriped new showroom cars for dealerships. He even played music and was…
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A conversation with Mark “SCABS” Gabriel
View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) Our guest this week is one of the OG’s as a cross-over athlete in action sports! Surf, Skate, Snow, and Moto! He is also an incredible Artist as if that isn’t enough! Talk about talent, everything this guy puts his mind to, his commitment, and balls out…
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A Conversation with Mark Paul “MADSTEEZ” Deren
Our guest this week is a world-renowned Super Star for his graffiti and fine art in vivid large scale multi-layered paintings and murals. This Surfer, Snowboarder, Designer, and Prolific Artist has crushed over the last couple of decades with his artwork installations and murals seen around the world. From Buildings, Basketball courts, to Skateboards, shoes, cars,…
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A Conversation with Dave C Reynolds – Fine Art – Surf Trophy
Our guest this week is a talented artist that has been creating custom surf trophies and awards since 1988. He also creates custom art, logos, sculptures, resin casting, fine art, furniture, and more. Mostly known for surf trophies for contests and company awards located all over the world! Including WSL, Quiksilver, Verizon, Hawaiian Airlines, Dukes,…
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A Conversation with Dean “DQ” Quinn
Our guest this week is a HB Local and formal Professional Surfer in the 80’s! He got his first industry gig at a small brand called Team Gear and for the next 7 years he learned all aspects of business! From there he went onto Gotcha and then got a call-up from Bob Hurley for a…
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A Couple of conversations at COAST FILM FESTIVAL_STEVER AND SUMMER RAPP OF ADD BLACK : CHRIS EVANS AND WILL SHEANE OF FINISTERRE
We were fortunate enough to be invited to Coast Film and Music Festival. This is a week long festival that showcases amazing movies from different cultures and industries. We got to sit down with Stever and Summer Rapp of Add Black / Summer of 78′, as well as Chris Evans and Will Sheane of Finisterre.…
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A Bunch of Conversations at HSS Surf Demo Day
We sat down with some cool people at Huntington Surf and Sport Surf Demo Day! The Pai Family – Trevor /Taylor/Aaron HSS Blaze Roche – HB Local Mike Downey – HB Local John Hunter – O’neill Wetsuits Wyatt Yount – HB Local Grom Grey Walker – HB Local Grom Chloe Morris- – HB Local Grom…
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A Conversation with Sid “THE PACKAGE” Abbruzzi – WATER BROTHERS: COAST FILM FESTIVAL
Our guest this week is surfing a pioneer and business owner icon that helped put Rhode Island surfing on the map! He was an early advocate and leader in Surf and Skate scene which led to the legalizing of surfing at many local breaks as well as saving one of the East Coast’s premier big-wave,…
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A Conversation with Toby Reece and Tony Andrews of Mahé, Ola Mexican Kitchen, The Brant Kitchen, and Sticks and Stones
Our guests this week are good friends that went into the restaurant business together. 24 years ago, they were young, surfing a ton, and both had a lot of experience working in the restaurant industry. Maybe they were naïve, ambitious, or just a couple of young entrepreneurs looking to live out the American Dream of owning their…
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A Conversation with Ben “PROFESSOR” Soto – Dometic
Our guest this week has a laundry list of jobs and accomplishments. From graphic artist, Creative Director, and VP of Creativity, he has worked his way up the corporate ladder at some incredible companies, including Paul Frank, The Walt Disney Company, BRG Sports, and Igloo. He was Co-founder of C-Preme Limited, which flipped the helmet…
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A Bunch of Conversations at the Boardroom Show #2
Leus Towels X L8night with Choccy partnered up and did the Boardroom Show. We sat down with some incredible Surfers and has a great times! Thanks to Scott Bass for the hospitality! Thanks to John Monson and Bruce Beach for supplying the Yeti coolers to keep our Capacity Brewing, Ashland Hard Seltzers, and Shoots Beers…
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A Conversation with Ty “TY-BORG” Burgess
Our guest this week is a Young Pro Ripper from Newport. When he isn’t chasing swells or travelin he holds down a salesman position at one of the best shops in the world Surfside Sports! He is one of very few to pack some thick tubes out at Cylinders when it is pumping, resulting in a couple…
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A Bunch of Conversations at the Boardroom: Show #1
We partnered up with Leu Towels for a booth at the Boardroom Show. In episode #1 we spoke with: Thanks Boardroom Show & Scott Bass for your hospitality. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Kei “K-CHAN” Kobayashi
Our guest this week comes from a Surf Family and got introduced to surfing at the age of 2. So it is no surprise that he was destined for greatness on a surfboard. He has put in more time than just about anyone at Lowers. This young buck has a couple of WQS wins under…
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A Conversation with Mikey “RILES” Riley from Free Fly
Our guest this week is a former Pro Surfer and industry executive with over 25 years of experience. His first industry gig was working at Inflight Surf Shop, while he was honing in his surf skills to go pro! This 3x national champ committed a few years traveling the world to qualify for the tour,…
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A Conversation with George “BUCK” Barry of Hobie Surfboards and Surfers Healing
Our guest this week is an incredible talented and stylish Surfer! He has a signature Board Model or 2, called “Uncle Buck” with the Iconic Hobie Surfboards where he also works at their Dana Point location. He has been helping with “Surfers Healing” for 20+ years. It’s an organization to show people with Autism the STOKE OF…
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A Conversation with Brian Bott of Fakeleg Photography
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Dirt Biker, US Army Veteran, Cancer Survivor, and Photographer/Video Creator. He has a marketing and Communications Degree which led to some interesting Jobs, from Slim Tire Sealant, Applied Racing, Nitro Circus, and Ogio. But, battling Cancer and the loss of a leg, it was necessary to have a flexible schedule…
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A Conversation with L8night with Choccy – SUMMER RECAP: Surprise guest Makoto “GOMI” Gomibuchi
A quick summer recap and a surprise guest, Makoto “GOMI” Gomibuchi. “GOMI”-SAN is a Surfer from Japan and has worked for Jacks Surfboards for over 25 years. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Grant Noble of Grant Noble Surfboards
Our guest this week is more than your typical SoCal Stereotype Surfer. Yeah, he Surfs, he Skateboards, he loves Dirt Biking, and all the other activities we grew up doing, but he just does it better with a cool and stylish approach! Also, his hand shaped surfboard designs are some of the most requested at the best…
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A Conversation with Surf West Coast Magazine
Our episode this week is about an awesome new print Magazine that is dedicated to all West Coast Surfing Activities. Yes, you heard right, a print magazine. We know print has been dead since social media and technology took over the World and Surfing just hasn’t been the same! Although “Free Surf” is still in print, there…
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A Conversation with Mateus “MATTY” Herdy
Our guest this week is an unbelievable Surfer out of Brazil, who has been a standout in the lineup for years, and he is only 23 years old. His aerial antics and powerful rail game is next level and having those 2 combinations make him a threat in any conditions. When Stab throws out the…
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A Conversation with Kyuss “J” King
Our guest this week is a young Super Star out of Bryon Bay! He is an electric and raw surfer with a unique style in and out of the water that reminds me a lot of a young “ARCHY”! He loves music, guitar, acting, working on cars, and art! This kid has already made a…
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A Conversation with Wes “CHILLER” Miller aka WES CHILLER
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Songwriter, Producer, Event Creator, and Firefighter/Paramedic. He went to San Clemente HS and graduated from UCLA with a degree and focus on the music industry. He must be a smart and hard-working dude, because he became a Firefighter/Paramedic which gave him the stability to chase his passion for…
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A Conversation with Ronnie Nemchock of PICKLEBALL FIRST
Our guest this week is a surfer and guru in the tennis industry. He has spent most of his career working in multiple capacities within the sport, from Sales and Marketing to Demos and Social Events, to directing and running tournaments. His goal has always been to share his passion, network with people, and promote…
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A Conversation with Huntington Beach Boardriders Club – WHEAT CUP FINALS
This week is dedicated to promoting our Huntington Beach Boardriders Club 1st Annual Summer Fest. It is a fundraising event for Club contest, activities, team trips, and scholarship funds!! It will be held at HB SPORTS COMPLEX, Saturday August 10th from 1pm-7pm! Come join us for music by IForget The Ramsey Brothers Band Nice and…
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A Conversation with SENSEI Brad “GERR” Gerlach of WAVE KI
Our guest today is one of the most stylish and recognized surfers of all time. To say that he has a larger-than-life personality, is an understatement. He has won multiple Pro Tour Events, came in second in the world in 1991. Later in his career, he became a Big Wave Madman having won the prestigious…
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A Conversation with Eric “CRANO” Crane of BIRDWELL BEACH BRITCHES
Our guest this week has been a powerhouse in the industry for 3 Decades. He has held impressive job positions and titles amongst some of the best brands. From Sunglasses to Watches, from Tequila to Towels, and everything in between, he has helped shape and grow brands through creative marketing, design, and operations. He is currently the Chief…
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A Conversation with Steve Wilcox of PARKIT MOVEMENT
Our guest this week is a surfer, snowboarder, and outdoor enthusiast. After graduating from Chapman University with a Business, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship degree, he has worked at Oakley, DC Shoes, and then Quiksilver in their Marketing Depts. At some point, he realized that there was a need to re-event the beach/camp chair, and Parkit Movement was born in…
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A Conversation with Cordell “CORDY” MILLER of CORDELL MILLER SURFBOARDS
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Shaper, Golfer, and all-around epic Human! He was the Newport Beach poster child for Quiksliver who was getting tons of coverage in the magazines and traveling the world at an early age. He started shaping in 1990 and quickly rose to success. Most likely, because he rips so hard and…
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A Conversation with Great Frontier Holdings: Josh Landan, Wes Van De Vort, Brandy Faber, Mike Mechling
We were fortunate enough to be invited to an investor night with Great Frontier Holdings. These gentlemen have made a career in the Surf Industry and parlayed their knowledge and experience into the alcohol and spirits business. They are longtime friends, work colleagues, and surf buddies that are part of a group of like minded…
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A Conversation with the band I FORGET: Max Lambert, Ford Heit, Slater Mello, Jackson Morris
This week we have a badass group of Punk Rock Surfers that has been on a tear lately. They recently played at Stance HQ for the premiere of “House Party” a film by Kolohe Andino and 2% Union. This summer they will be busy traveling up and down the coast for the new tour premier of…
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A Conversation with Mike “REVEREND” Harris
Our guest this week is a Christian Pastor, Incredible Surfer, and Photographer. He likes to charge Big Waves, like the Wedge, Pipe, or some mysto reef in Indo. He is one of few photographers on the planet that can capitalize on “being on both ends of the lens”. He has no problem putting himself in critical situations or…
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A Conversation with Austin Clouse of Algorithm Surfboards
Our guest this week is a ripper from Florida who has made a name for himself with his high energy, good looks, work ethic, and surfing ability! Combining those attributes will get you noticed, by sponsors, fans, or the casting director for “The Ultimate Surfer” reality show. He works hard, puts out good vibes, great attitude, and…
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A Conversation with Jerry Zaiden of Camburg Engineering
Our guest this week is a Surfer, snowboarder, and Automotive/Off-Road enthusiast. Back in 1997, He and his partner Jason Campbell started an engineering-manufacturing company with the focus on off-road suspension. In the last 25 years, the company has been the leader in off-road components and suspension for racing and production model trucks. From Toyota Tacomas, Ford Raptors, to…
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A Conversation with Jim “OBI 1” O’Brien of Cleo Bella
Our guest this week is a friend, former Pro Surfer, and industry rep. Spending time living between Bali, Hawaii, and California, along with other worldly adventures with his wife Angela they decided to start importing hand-made bags, jewelry, and clothing. In 2007 they began selling at a local Farmer’s Market in Maui where they were blown…
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A Conversation at SurfScape with Cory Higgins from Jetty Life, Jerry Lehman from the US Pro Surf Tour, and Roy Turner from Surf Expo
We sat down with some amazing people doing various kinds of business that contribute to Surf Industry and Culture. Cory Higgins co-founder of Jetty Life, Jerry Lehman of US Pro Surf Tour, and Roy Turner of Surf Expo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Ed Sakal of Sakal Surfboards
Our guest this week is a Surfboard Shaper and Shop owner that found his love for Surfing in 1959. He surfed in the WSA’s as a Grom and was sponsored by Greg Noll. He found love for board building while living in Hawaii and worked for Greg, Mystic and Lightning Bolt Surfboards. When he moved back home he…
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A Conversation with Lyndon “CHOCCY” Cabellon: Episode #2
In this episode we talk more about my career at HSS. We talk about the things that I learned and about how working at HSS was like going to a business university. The experience and knowledge that I gained there helped set me up for the rest of my career. View this post on Instagram…
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A Conversation with Kolohe “BROTHER” Andino – 2 PERCENT UNION
View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) Our guest this week is a second-generation pro-surfer who just happened to be a child prodigy. We are pretty sure he broke all NSSA amateur title records. He was putting out crazy edits and blowing away everyone with the air-game. By the early age of…
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A Conversation with Lyndon “CHOCCY” Cabellon: Episode #1
The long awaited & most demanded interview (just kidding we needed to fill the gap) with Lyndon “CHOCCY” Cabellon. We talked about the immigration from the Philippines, how he started Skateboarding and eventually found his passion of Surfing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A conversation with Kelly Sorensen_ON THE BEACH SURF SHOP_Episode #3
STRAIGHT OUTTA FRESNO!! This week’s guest grew up in Fresno and his family was in the agricultural business. He was a Skateboarder and spent his summers at Kennolyn Camp in Soquel Mountains of Santa Cruz. Sundays were spent on the beach, where Kelly found his love of Surfing. One summer he found himself at Portola…
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A conversation with Roy Crump – Huntington Beach Legend
Our guest this week is Local Legend from Long Beach that caught his first wave 75 years ago. Living a nomadic life spending most his time surfing or playing beach volleyball, he has called Huntington Beach and North Shore Oahu his home for most of his life. He was one of the few charging Waimea and Pipeline…
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A conversation with Dr. Tim McAdams_ON THE BEACH SURF SHOP_DAY OF STOKE_SURF RANCH_ EPISODE #1
We sat down with Dr. Tim McAdams, Team Doctor of the San Francisco 49’rs. He talked to us about learning to surf in Hawaii, taking a 35 year break to become a Doctor, and how he got back into Surfing! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A conversation with Joey “THE CALIFORNIA KID” Buran
This is the second episode with Joey “THE CALIFORNIA KID” Buran. We talked about life after Pro-Surfing, starting the Professional Surfing Association of America (PSAA), depression, suicide, and finding Faith. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A conversation with Nate “NATE DOG” Zoller
Our guest this week is a photographer, Filmer, Editor, Journalist, and Surfer. He got into photography at an early age of 12, and combining his love and passion for Surfing, traveling, and the urge for adventure. He has been scoring and documenting his journey’s ever since! We welcome the talented and hard charging Mr. Nate “NATE DOG“…
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A conversation with Joey “THE CALIFORNIA KID” Buran
Our guest this week is a Hall of Fame Pro Surfer that finished #7 on the Championship Tour. With multiple career victories including the prestigious 1984 Pipeline Masters! In 1985 he founded the Professional Surfing Association of America (PSAA) tour. But from highs to lows, in just a few short years later, depression got the…
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A conversation with Hobie Surfshop: 70TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY Episode #1
We had the honor and privilege to sit down with Hobie Surfshop and help celebrate their 70th Anniversary on Valentine’s Day! We popped the bubbly with Kris Carlow, Buck “BUCKZASTER” Barry, Mark Christy, Jake Schwaner, and the most interesting man in the world, the legendary pioneer of Surfshops Dick Metz. Unfortunately we ran out of…
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A conversation with Mark “SPEEDER” Reeder
Our guest this week is an HB Legend who was part of the First Crew of Team Riders for Huntington Surf and Sport, Hurley Surfboards, and Billabong. This stylish and accomplished ripper turned pro and eventually became the Surf Team Manager at Billabong and is to this day, regarded as one of the Best Team…
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A conversation with Matt “MONEY’ Smith
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Radio Personality and Play-by-Play announcer for the NFL. He got his first radio gig in College at Pepperdine University while obtaining a double major in Political Science and Communications. Once he graduated, he was right into the LA Radio scene working on the Kevin and Bean show for…
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A conversation with Chad “SLIM” Tim Tim
Our guest this week is a Pro Skateboarder that is always putting together interesting smooth lines as he tears through the streets. He has had a successful skate career with some epic video parts in movies like “This is my Element”, “A Time to Shine”, and “Trio”! He made a name for himself not just…
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A conversation with SURF EXPO EDITION #2_ BRUCE CROMARTIE:BC SURF & SPORT_MARK NEUSTADTER_EVAN GEISELMAN:FREE FLY_LYNN SHELL:OUTER BANKS BOARDING CO.
Conversations with Surf Industry Icons, and Entrepreneurs at SURF EXPO. We catch up with Bruce Cromartie of BC Surf and Sport, Mark Neustadter industry veteran and East Coast Hall of Fame inductee, Evan Geiselman of Free Fly, and Lynn Shell of Outer Banks Boarding Co. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy…
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A conversation with Surf Expo (Edition #1): Dane Reynolds Former _ Evan Caples/Kelson_ Ben Gravy/Ben Gravy Surfboards_Jamal Grey/Create & Supply
Conversations with Surf Industry Icons, Entrepreneurs, at Surf Expo. We catch up with Dane Reynolds of FORMER, Evan Caples of Kelsen, Ben Gravy of Ben Gravy Surfboards, and Jamal Grey of Create and Supply. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A conversation with David O’Keefe
Our guest this week is a young shredder from Newport Beach. He has been a stand out in the Amateur scene for years making many finals and taking multiple Wins in the N.S.S.A’s, USA Prime Events, and got his First National Title this last summer! This stud also works as a Newport City Life Guard during…
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A conversation with Dave “POSTIE” Post : SURF COACH
Our guest this week was a former Professional Surfer from Newport Beach that was making living flying high above the lip. This progressive surfing approach landed him on the podium regularly in the Air Show Contests and travelled the world with Volcom filming for their Surf Movies. He is now a Dad and sharing all his knowledge…
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A conversation with Gary ‘WHITEY” Linden : Linden Surfboards
Our guest this week has been a Legend in the Surf Scene for Decades. From shaping his first board at 17 years old, he now has 55 years of experience working with some of the world’s best Surfers. From his proprietary board designs of high performance shapes and specialized Big Wave Guns, he continues to…
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A conversation with Nate “BIG DELUXE” Yeomans : The Highest Rated Sales REP
Our guest this week is a one bad shredder from San Clemente. This smooth operator has had fair share of Magazine coverage and solid contest results throughout his career including a 2X Winner at the Cold Water Classic in Santa Cruz. He qualified for the WCT in 2010 and had a Documentary produced by O’neill called “InNate”. He…
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A conversation with Robert “BERT” Howson: Harbour Surfboards
Our guest this week is a Surfer and Shop owner for one of The Greatest and most Iconic Board Builders of our time Rich Harbour-REST IN PEACE, which still remains the home of the world’s oldest surfboard manufacturing shop at the same continuous space since 1959. From being a team rider, to getting retail experience alongside…
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A conversation with Chris “DUKE” Blasman : FOUR BROTHER WINE CO.
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Actor, and Entrepreneur. This Surfer/Actor has been making it in show biz since he was a Grom. From Entourage back in 2005 to Road to Red in 2020, he has had a great career, but has always made Family priority #1. Which says a lot, but aside from acting,…
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A conversation with Joe “JUST JOE” Alani & Sheldon “SHELDOG” Paishon : THROUGH THE DOGGY DOOR
Our guest this week got his start in the industry working at Quiksilver wetsuits, and Surfside Sports. After graduating from UC Santa Barbara in 2005 he went on to work for Lost Enterprises from 2006 to 2016 – helping to build the label into the largest surfboard brand in the world. His duties included website/social media…
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A conversation with Rama McCabe_#2: BANKS JOURNAL
Our Guest this week is a repeat/2.0 on the show who just happens to be an industry veteran, designer, and brand owner. We had him on the show back in 2020 to talk about his journey in our industry. From Rip Curl, to Globe, Critical Slide Society and on to creating and co-founding “Banks Journal”. We will discuss…
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A conversation with Luke “CEEDY” Cederman – RAGLAN SURF REPORT
Our guest this week a New Zealand Bloke that has made a name for himself in the water because he F’N RIPS and has really taken the surf scene by storm on the World Wide Web. But, unlike all the other internet sensations of Pro Surfers making a living from Youtube and Vlogging with sick…
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A conversation with Steve “FONZIE” Fontes of Thrills
Our guest this week is a long-time friend that been a Surf Industry Designer since 1998. He is an HSS alumni, State lifeguard and worked at Split while going to college at LB State. He got all his experience at Quiksilver from intern to Design Director. Eventually specializing in Board Shorts Designs for many of those years.…
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A conversation with Scott “SCARBY” Scarbrough of INFLIGHT SURF SHOP
Our guest this week has a Family-Owned Surf Shop that is approaching 40 years in business. They were one of, if not, the first snowboard shops in SoCal, and they continue today as one of the few Core Board Shops that still specializes in Surf – Skate and Snow, with a well stocked lineup of all…
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A conversation with Courtney “LIL TIGER” Conlogue of SEA TIGER
Our guest this is from Santa Ana who got into surfing at early age of 4. Not living close to the beach, she was a Weekend Warrior growing up. But that didn’t hold her back, as she had something special in her to become the youngest athlete selected for the USA Junior Team at the age of…
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A conversation with Victor “VB” Bernardo
Our guest this week is a very talented Pro Surfer from Brazil. Like most young Surfers that are striving to make the Tour, this guy was no different and spent many years competing in a jersey. When results didn’t come, he went against the traditional Brazilian Pro Surfer Model and turned towards Free-Surfing. Which was crazy…
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A conversation with Scott Richards of SLIGHTLY CHOPPY
Our guest this week is an artist, painter, collector, designer, and Surfer. Through his artistic process of hand-drawn, hand-painted, and hand stitching, he combines typography, stencils, tea-stains, worn canvas and felt to create unique mementos and keepsakes that connect people to the spots they treasure most. From Malibu to Montauk, Yosemite to Yellow Stone, Backdoor to Bowls…
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A conversation with Ryan “GNARLSON” Carlson
Our guest this week is a Former Pro Surfer from Huntington Beach who spent years living bi-coastal between New York and Cali. This Big Dude is powerful, yet very light footed and is one of the best, with his crazy aerial game. Making a name for himself landing insane airs like the Kerrupt, he also has wicked…
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A conversation with Teva “BLAK BEAR” Dexter_BLAK BEAR SURF CLUB
Our guest this week is Pro Surfer from Kauai who offers Surf Coaching and Lessons, with over a decade of experience under his belt. From beginners to rippers from Hanalei to Malibu or Waco to the Surf Ranch, he is a professional both in and out of the water. With his deep roots in Surf and the…
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A Conversation with Ricky “ROCKY POINT” Irons
Our guest this week comes from a very talented Surf rich family from Hawaii. Following his Dad’s footsteps, he was also as a charger in big surf and a standout at Pipeline at an early age. He had the ability to go on the Pro Tour, but opted to move to the mainland and go to…
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A Conversation with Rob Colby_COLBY +
Our guest this week is an industry powerhouse and serial entrepreneur. From his early days as a Quiksilver team rider, he forged important relationships that eventually landed him a long career with the Brand. As a UCSB and USC Marshall School of Business graduate, Quiksilver was lucky to snatch this guy up. He held a variety of key…
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A Conversation with Dr. Tim Brown and Taylor “T-BONE” Knox_ Mindset & Movement Master Class
We have two incredible guests this week who have been working together for the last couple of decades. One of them we have already had on the show. He is a Former World Tour Surfer and regarded as one of the fittest surfers on the planet. Our second guest is an expert in improving mobility and…
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A Conversation with Micah Byrne
Our guest this week is one of HB’s finest. He had an incredible amateur career as an NSSA 4x Seasonal Champ and 4x National Champion. In turning pro, he went on to win Vans Pier Classic, he also won the Macy’s Trifecta and Surf Ride Freedom Series. Utilizing his travel experiences and competitive skills, he had more…
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A Conversation with Erin Brooks
Our guest this week is a Super Star in our Sport. This young lady is already pushing the limits and redefining women’s surfing with her courageous barrel riding and incredible aerial game. At just 16 years old, she has already set the bar high and has her eyes set on the Olympics and World Tour. She is the…
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A Conversation with Rick “DEL MAR SLASH” LASCH
Our guest this week is a former 80’s Pro Surfer that was rubbing elbows with the best out of San Diego, including guys Mike Lambresi, David Barr, and Chris Menzie. He went on to work in the industry with over 40 years in retail. He now resides in New Zealand where he runs retail for…
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A Conversation with Nolan “NOLRAP” Rapoza
Our guest this week is a young ripper from Long Beach. His amateur accolades are impressive, including Volcom world junior Champ, Ripcurl Grom search World Champ, and North American WSL Junior Title. He was consistently on the NSSA podium battling a lot of Big Names, including Griffin Colapinto, Jake Marshall, and Kevin Schultz. The last…
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A Conversation with Inherent Bummer
Our guests this week have both already been on the show. This Dynamic Duo are the driving force behind a multi-media creation machine, capturing the true spirit and enthusiasm for Surf while providing a platform for Core Surfers, Surfing, Music, Art, Travel, Literature, and Commentary. They got some great things happening with a 3 day…
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A Conversation with Shea “SHEA BIRD” Lopez
Our guest this week is a Floridian and formal Top 16 WTC Surfer. Growing up in Gulf Coast he and his younger Brother stormed the surf scene at an early age and never turned back. They were Weekend Warriors spending long hours in the car making their way across the state every weekend to surf.…
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A Conversation with Tom Carey_PUP DIVISION
Our guest this week is a world class Surf Photographer that has traveled the globe extensively capturing iconic surfers, skaters, and musicians in their elements, resulting in more than 40 Magazine Covers Worldwide. He swims like hell to get the barrel shot, takes amazing portraits, and has a great eye for incredible and unique landscape…
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A Conversation with Doug “SOLDIER OF SPEED” Silva: #3
We had the great fortune of sitting down once again with one of the most radical, spontaneous, larger than life characters of Pro Surfing, Mr. Doug “SOLDIER OF SPEED”!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Jay ‘L8NIGHT” Larson – Episode #2
We sat down once again with THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND, Jay “L8NIGHT” Larson EPISODE #2 !! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Ryan Sakal of Ryan Sakal Surfboards
Our guest this week is a second-generation Surfer/Shaper that grew up in an amazing surfing family that continues to be a staple in the Surf Community with their Family Surf Shop, Sakal Surfboards on Main St. in H.B. Groomed at an early age to become a Professional Surfer, he also had the privilege to grow…
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A Conversation with Jay “L8NIGHT” Larson
Over the past couple of years, we have been asked to interview ourselves and get our backstory and share our journeys. This week is episode #1 of Jay “L8NIGHT” Larson. We talked about how life was like as a Grom in Huntington Beach and how he started surfing. View this post on Instagram A post…
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A Conversation with Jamie Brisick: Episode #1
Our guest this week is a former 80’s Pro Surfer and world renowned Journalist, Writer, Editor, Photographer, and Filmmaker. For the last 30 plus years, and if you are old enough to remember print magazines, you have definitely read a lot of his stories and articles in either Surfing, Surfer, or more recently, in Surfer’s…
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A Conversation with Josh “CHARMONY” Harmony
Our guest this week was a Professional Skateboarder, an Artist, Musician and Surfer. Turning pro at 17, he has had a very successful 20 year career. He made a name for himself applying his stylish and unique approach to difficult and technical tricks on large handrails which was showcased in some of the industry’s biggest…
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A Conversation with Dan “COACH” McKay
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Skater, Musician, Audio Engineer, Tour Manager and Entrepreneur. His early days consisted of skate boarding, being in punk rock bands, and putting on show at the early at of 14. At 21, he was managing Audio in venues in front of 10’s of thousands of concert fans. For…
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A Conversation with Dylan “D-SLATES” Slater of FireWire Surfboards
Our guest this week is an incredible surfer and former pro that made the transition into the business side of the surf industry. Graduating from University of San Diego who has definitely honed in his skills with over 2 Decades at Rip Curl, starting out as a Team Manager, then Marketing Director, to VP of…
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A Conversation with Shaun “THE PRAWN” Tomson
Our guest this week is an ICON and LEGEND in the Sport of Surfing. He is one of the most influential Surfers and regarded as one of the 10 greatest Surfers of all time. He was an integral part of the “Free Ride” Generation along with Wayne “RABBIT” Bartholomew, Mark “MR” Richards, Ian “KANGA” Cairns,…
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A Conversation with Jason “WORTHLESS” AKA “WORTHY” Kenworthy
Our guest this week was an early star both in front and behind the lens.From the beginning days of Lost, to co-founding Snapping Turtle Productions and producing multiple movies in the 90’s, he had very successful career with over 3 decades behind the camera lens in Photography and Filmmaking. He had an impressive 11 year…
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A Conversation with Jeff “NOVY” Novak
Our guest this week grew up in the South Bay and was part of an All Star Local Crew including Chris Frohoff, Ted Robinson, and Kelly Gibson. He spent his early years as a Pro Surfer traveling the world on the ASP tour. But, it must have been his good surfer looks, or the crew…
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A Conversation with Mark “MCNUGGET” McNaught_Sea OceanS
View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) Our guest this week is a former Pro Surfer that has probably spent more time in the water surfing Baja than in California. Known for Chasing Big Swells and packing Big Barrels at Baja Malibu, Pemex, or some secret spot, this guy charges. Co-Founder…
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A Conversation with Abe “ABY BOY” Allouche and Pancho “PONCH” Sullivan_ISLAND DAZE
Our guests this week are two long-time friends that took different paths in the surf world and eventually ended up working together 20 years later. One is a household name and Legend in the our Sport, with a laundry list of accomplishments. Former WCT surfer, finished 7th in the world with 2 runner up finishes…
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A Conversation with Tyler “TY” Callaway of Solite Game Changing Gear
Our guest this week has over 30 years of Marketing and Business Development in the Surf Industry. From Rusty, to Reef, and 20 years at Surf Hardware International- FCS, he has an unmatched background of experiences and knowledge across many categories. Which is why the last 5 years he has focused his time offering his…
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A Conversation with Matt Pagan of PAGAN USA
Our guest this week is an incredible surfer from L.A. He is Powerful, has a Smooth Style, and has a Strong Air Game. But, like most surfers that got the talent to have a successful Pro Surf Career, life took him on a different path. This Former Pro-Surfer, launched a Surfboard Brand in Jan, 2020.…
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A Conversation with Balaram “BAL” Stack
Our guest this week when not traveling and scoring waves, splits his time between his home in New York and Winters on the Northshore. He is one of the most creative aerialists out there as well as a hard charging barrel riding extraordinaire. His talents were discovered at a young age by Quiksilver during a…
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A Conversation with Barry “BRU” Van Der Meulen of Barry V Surfboards
Our guest this week is a former Pro Surfer from South Africa, but has called Huntington Beach his home for the last 33 years! He is an incredible Shaper and Craftsman making a variety of Boards, from performance, twins, longboards and even the occasional knee board! He gets commissioned from Interior Designers for Board wall…
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A Conversation with Stephanie “THE PINEAPPLE PRINCESS” Garcia
Our guest this week an Entrepreneur who Specializes is Marketing, Promotions, Event Planning, and Sales. She is co-owner in a startup business called “H2O Active” which is a Foundation this to help others, suicide prevention, veterans, abused children, and more. We are excited to talk about her passion and love surfing and her obsession/infatuation about…
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A Conversation with Kyan “YANGER” Yang
Our guest this is a young ripper from Encinitas. With his smooth style creating effortless surfing, it is no surprise that he already has had huge success at an early age. This USA Junior National Team member has had multiple wins both in the N.S.S.A. and USA Surfing Prime Events. He recently won the Sun…
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A Conversation with Jim “KEMPY” Kempton
Our guest this week is a Veteran to all things relating to Surfing. His accomplishments include Surfer Magazine Editor, Director of Marketing at Transworld, Director of Media at Billabong USA, and Director of Quiksilver’s Crossing. He is an author of multiple books including “Surfing the Manual”, “The History of Surfing at San Onofre” and more…
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A Conversation with Dimitri “DICHI” Poulos
Our guest this week is a young pro from Ventura California with already a long list of accomplishments. This Kid is strong, smooth, powerful with an incredible air game earning him huge results as standout in the N.S.S.A. wining multiple Events, winner of the ISA 2019 under 18 Gold Metal, and most recently claiming his…
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A Conversation with Scott “FARNY” Farnsworth
Our guest this is week has had Incredible achievements in Surfing and in Business. A Stellar and Successful Amateur Career, he Dominated the N.S.S.A. which includes a National Title and an Amateur World Title in 1984, which resulted in the U.S. Team taking Gold. He continued his success turning Pro and made a name for…
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A Conversation with Mike “ESTRATS” Estrada of Estrada Surfboards
Our guest this week is a Amazing Surfer and Shaper with over 30 years of SHAPING experience. As a young ripper, he was sponsored, competing and destined to be pro. he had no problem getting custom boards. But something sparked his interest about Board Building and in 9 th grade he striped the glass off…
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A Conversation with Andrew Atkinson from Ola Canvas
Our guest this week is Surfer, Drummer, Artist, Designer, and Entrepreneur. This Talented and Creative dude spent 14 years at Hurley as Global Design Director. During those years he was also a Rock Star Drummer in the Band “Japanese Motors”. In 2020, he and his cousin started a company called “Ola Canvas” which makes timeless…
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A conversation with Masahiko “KITO-SAN” Kito_ THE SURF
Our guest this week is a Trail Blazer and Pioneer in the Japanese Surf Culture, opening a Surf Shop in 1971. With a passion in Filming and Photography he was able to Capture some of Surfing’s most Historic Moments! But, it was until meeting and sponsoring Tom Curren that really put Himself and The Surf…
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A Conversation with Erik “SMELLY” Sandin of NOFX – Episode #1
Our guest this week is Punk Rocker and an Adrenaline Junky. With Passions like Boxing and Jiu-Jitsu, Motorcycle riding and Racing, Surfing and Shaping, this Musician and Entrepreneur has been turning passions into businesses time and time again. From Gym owner, to co-founding MotoXXX, and as of late, starting a Surfboard Label “ Pickle Stix”.…
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A Conversation with Brad “BRIZZ” Blankinship
Our guest this week is an Entrepreneur with a Creative Mind and is also an Industry Powerhouse with over 20 years of experience. His resume’ includes VP of Operations at Paul Frank, President and Global General Manager at RVCA, SVP of Marketing and Product Development at Igloo and currently he is the Global GM at…
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A Conversation with Sean “FLERS” Fleuriau
Our guest this week has 3 Decades of experience in Action Sports as Regional, National, and Director of Sales. 20 years of which, has been focused in the eye wear category working for Arnette, Spy, and Filtrate. Add in experiences with working for Vans, Richer Poorer, and Salty Crew has helped him catapult him to…
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A Conversation with Jeff “D-BAUGH” Deffenbaugh
Our guest this week is one of the most successful Surfers to come out of Huntington Beach. From an early age, he was winning almost every amateur contest, and was an NSSA and USA Team member. He was destined to go Pro. He quickly climbed the pro ranks on the Bud Tour right out of…
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A Conversation with Ryan “KINGY” Kingman
Our guest this week has quite the list of accomplishments. Brand Team Manager, Strategist of Athlete Career Management, Media, Brand awareness and Business development. He spent 10 years at Element as Director of Global Marketing, and then Co-Founder and was Chief Marketing Officer at Stance Socks. Later he worked at Igloo as VP of Playmate…
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A Conversation with Thomas “THOS” Carson of Bear Flag Fish Company
Our guest this week grew up in and on the water. Growing up having a family boat, life revolved around fishing. From scrubber, deck hand, to chef, second captain, and eventually captain, he has done it all. With years of experiences in the restaurant industry and working under great a chef like “Tim Johnson” at…
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A Conversation with Enich “EENZ” Harris
Our guest this week has over 3 decades of experience working for Brands like Arnette, Billabong, and Fox. From Sales and Marketing, to Events and Producing. He has lead the charge of it all of it -Marketing Direction, Films, Budgets, athlete contracts, in which he help build legendary Surf, Skate, and Snow Team Rosters. This…
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A Conversation with Scotty “RAMBO” Stopnik
Our guest this week is an ocean enthusiast and has the natural ability to Rip on any kind of Surfboard. He has deep roots in Surf, but he isn’t your typical Pro Surfer. His talents go much deeper than just riding waves. He has skills on a skateboard, he draws, paints, actor, stun-man, and I…
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A Conversation with Steve “CRABBY” Cabler
Our guest this week is a musician, artist, and surfer. He worked at Ocean Pacific and Gotcha as a graphic designer and later founded Epic Clothing in the 80’s. He has had multiple bands throughout his life, including El Centro and Uprising. His bands were featured and toured on the Warp Tour. He has even…
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A Conversations with Herring Hotline aka Curtis Parker
Our guest this week or wait maybe we are the guest(s) this week? Either way we are going to a dual podcast, Instagram live, live interview with “The Herring Hotline” hosted by Egg_Fart_Dyke aka Curtis Parker and have some fun talking about herring, eating fish out of tins, the Canada Surf Scene, anything else that…
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A Conversation with Jared “DIRTY J” Watson of Dirty Heads
Our guest this week is a Huntington Beach OG that just happens to one of the biggest names in the Music Biz. The Co-founder and Lead Vocalist in an American Reggae, Hip-Hop, Rock Band that has been laying down #1 tracks for over two Decades, the DIRTY HEADS! Their Hit Song “Vacation” in 2017 went…
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A Conversation with Brandon “GILLY” Guilmette
Our guest this week has had the talent and the fierce competitive drive to be a standout as a professional Surfer, but decided to go the industry route instead. Spending 16 yrs at Hurley as a Sports Marketing Specialist, a Global Sports Marketing Manager, and then as Director of Sports Marketing, he was involved and…
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A Conversation with Bruce “BIRDMAN” aka “SENOR PLAYA” aka “MONSIEUR PLAGE” Beach
Our guest this week has an extensive list of accomplishments in quite a few industries. Specializing in Eyewear for 2 Decades, he was COO at Arnett in the 90’s and then onto Co-founding and was CEO at “Electric” which sold to Volcom for a Cool $25M. In 2009 he Co-founded a Tequila Brand Called “Peligroso”…
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A Conversation with Lucas “LOUIE” Owston
Our guest this week is a standout in the N.S.S.A. with multiple victories and USA Surfing Prime Events Wins as well. He is influenced by power surfers like Jordy Smith and Bobby Martinez which is clearly shown in his grab rail cutback and power carves. This Kid is also a 4.0 student is really into…
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A Conversation with Christian “GRINDZY” Saenz – Orange County Surf Coaching
Our guest this week spends his early mornings on the beach or in the water and the rest of the day on the road seeing retailers. From surf team and marketing manager at Fox, he has been the sales rep for Cobian Sandals handling Southern California for the last 5 years. But, that isn’t his…
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A Conversation with Blair “Skid Kid” Conklin
Our guest this week is from Laguna Beach who just happens to be a three-time United Skim Board Tour Champion. Seem fitting right? But this hard charger pretty much rips on anything, Skimboard, soft-top, you name it, this guy has made a name for himself and is a stand-out at the Wedge, Wave Pools, and…
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A Conversation with BoJesse “BJC” Christopher
Our guest this week is an Actor with over a 30 year span has starred in 70 plus film and television series. You probably recognize him in Point Break, NCIS Los Angeles, Deputy, or on HBO’s True Detective. He has also written, produced, directed numerous projects including “Out in Fifty” an action crime drama, starring…
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A Conversation with Erik “ELO” Logan AKA Toppenberg of the World Surf League
Our guest this week is CEO Powerhouse. He held Executive Vice President and President positions for Organizations and Entertainment giants such as XM Satellite Radio, Harpo Productions, and OWN “The Oprah Winfrey Network”! Moving to Manhattan Beach in 2011, he took up Surfing and immediately became hooked. Which, just like for most people it became…
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A Conversation with Todd “PREZZO” Prestage
Our guest this week is a former pro surfer that competed on the world tour for 14 years and was one of the few Australians that was part of the “Momentum Generation”. He made the transition from professional Surfing into the business side of things in Sports Management…..something he knew well having to deal with…
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A Conversation with Micah “MICS” Margieson
Our guest this week is a young stylish pro surfer from Australia that is happens to be the son of one of Australia’s most influential Surfers of all time. Let’s just say “ The apple didn’t fall far from this tree”, as he prefers to keep his fins to the face and rails buried on…
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A Conversation with Peter “PIMP” Schroff
Our guest this week is an Artist, Designer, Craftsman, and is a World Renown Shaper. Born in Newport Beach and shaping his first board at 14, he then spent a lot of early years in Maui, and traveling to Australia for inspiration from guys like Wayne Lynch and Mark Richards. Many years of re inventing…
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A Conversation with Kaleigh “GILLY” Gilchrist
Our Guest this week is a dual sport super athlete in SURFING and WATER POLO from Newport Beach, California. Not just any WATER POLO player…. We are talking about a 2x GOLD MEDALIST in 2016 and 2020 for the US Women’s Olympic Team. “GILLY” also represented the US Surf Team at 5 ISA World Championships…
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A Conversation with Joe “JUST JOE” Alani of ALANI MEDIA
Our guest this week got his start in the industry working at Quiksilver wetsuits, and Surfside Sports. After graduating from UC Santa Barbara in 2005 he went on to work for …Lost Enterprises from 2006 to 2016 – helping to build the label into the largest surfboard brand in the world. His duties included website/social…
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A Conversation with Rob “Barn” Roskopp
Our Guest this week is a Legendary Skateboarder with one of the most iconic graphics and successful SANTA CRUZ SKATEBOARDS models of all time. When you think of @santacruzskateboards , you think of this guy. Featured in the Legendary film “Wheels of Fire” he quickly became a standout in the industry. But, he gave up…
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A Conversation with Shawn “DOLLAR” Dollar
Our Guest this week is another Mad-Man from Santa Cruz. He holds 2 World Records for Big Waves 55’ foot wave at Mavericks in 2010, and 61’ foot wave in 2012 at Cortez Bank. He survived a life-changing head and broken neck injury which resulted in a massive Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) known as a…
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A Conversation with Heath “Nutty” Walker
Our guest this week is a former Pro Surfer from Australia that has been calling San Diego home for the last 15 + years. The majority of his career was spent at both Reef Sandals and Stance Stocks….holding multiple senior positions managing International Sales, Marketing, and Retail. His expertise is in Global “Go-To-Market” strategies for…
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A Conversation with Herbie & Dibi Fletcher_ASTRODECK_WAVE WARRIORS
Our guests this week are absolute legendary and have had a profound impact in surf, skate, fashion, music, street wear, and art over the course of the last half-century. Their influence extends 4 generations, and the family dynasty continues to be on the pulse on what is cool and setting trends by trail blazing all…
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A Conversation with Michael “MICKEY” Nielsen
Our guest this week was a Pipeline / Northshore Charger back in the 80’s who made a name for himself as a standout and star in Quiksilver’s Performers movies. He rolled with a heavy local crew including good friends Buttons, Marvin Foster, and other Northshore regulators. He is one of the locals that was definitely…
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A Conversation with Vince “TURTLE” Long of Futures Fins
Our guest this week is responsible for creating a brand, a company of ultimate source for exceptional performance SURF equipment, created by Surfers for Surfers. Whether you’re a kook, like Lyndon, or a local stand out, or an aspiring pro going after WORLD TITLES like 2 time world champion John John Florence, Future Fins are…
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A Conversation with Conner Coffin aka “C-STER”
Our guest this week is world tour surfer that grew up in Santa Barbara. People say there is something special about that part of that Coast of California because it produces Super Stars….. guys like Bobby Martinez, Dana Reynolds, and 3x World Champion Tom Curren. But it is to no surprise that our guest took…
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A Conversation with Michael Voorhees aka “ANGRY VIKING”
Our guest this week is an Award-Winning Photographer. Getting his first break by winning a contest to have a photo selected for the Daily Aztec…. A SDSU Independent newspaper…. which led to a position while attending college. Over that last 30+ years of his profession career….. he has made a name for himself in fashion,…
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A Conversation with Roberto Madrigal aka “Chuy”
Our guest this week is an Artist-Writer-Event-Concert promoter. He is bilingual and multi-cultural with more than 35 years in the International Business Arena working with Department of commerce, EPA, Dept of Energy, the US Embassy, and long list of other Depts promoting Business between Mexico and the US. With his promotional background in Public/Media Relations…
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A Conversation with Jamey “BUCCLIFE” Stone – LowTide MFG
Our guest this week is a Surfer/Skater or he might be a Skater/Surfer! Either way, he rips and has deep roots in both. From an aspiring pro surfer to hanging and loving the skate scene, he parlayed his passions into some great industry jobs including Transworld Skate, Surfing, and Skateboarding Magazines. He was an early…
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A Conversation with Matt Tromberg aka “METAL NECK”
Our guest this week is a Freelance Videographer and Video Editor Professional. He worked at Volcom for 5 years as a videographer, has made short films, and his client list includes RVCA, Billabong, Volcom, Vans….and more. His creative work on Social Media can be seen under his handle “Metal_Neck” on IG, Youtube, Stab, Surfing/Surfer Mag,…
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A Conversation with Sage “GUINALDO” and Luke “NAKEY BOY” Guinaldo
Our guests this week are a couple of young rippers that happen to Brothers from Huntington Beach. They spent the most of their childhood down in Costa Rica and moved back to HB so they can compete and finish high school. They are down to earth, respectful, and are standouts in the water wherever they…
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A Conversation with Mitch Salazar aka “Mitch Tales”
Our guest this week is a Bilingual Broadcaster and Communications Specialist. Not only is he proficient in 2 languages, but also has the credentials to back it up with College Degrees in Communication and Sociology. You have seen and heard his sexy voice on the webcasts for the ISA-International Surfing Associations events and the WSL-…
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A Conversation with Bill Sharp aka “Sharpee”
Our guest this week is a National Scholastic Surfing Association’s top-rated kneeboarder, earned a B.A. in business administration from San Diego State University, and got his first industry gig at Surfing Magazine in 1993 where he went from intern to Editor in a short period of time. Leaving the Magazine in 1991 he became Co-Owner Katin.…
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A Conversation with Damien Hobgood aka “Damo”
Our guest this week is a former WCT veteran that had a very successful professional career. In 2000 he won rookie of the year, and numerous wins in some of the heaviest LEFTS on the planet…. Including Cloudbreak and Teahupoo. After his 14 year run on the Dream Tour he and his twin brother, CJ, worked on…
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A Conversation with IPD’s Bill Hurley and Mark Simpson aka “Simmo”
Our 2 guests this week are part of the Hurley Family Dynasty. With Decades of experience, these 2 saw an opportunity in the surf industry and launched a Clothing Company that was originally a surfboard building brand started by Bob Hurley in 1980 called “International Pro Designs” IPD. The mission of IPD is to reignite surf culture…
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A Conversation with Christian Fletcher
Our guest this week was born with Surfing in his DNA. His Family is one of the most Core Surf Families that have ever lived with decades of contributions that have had a profound impact on the Surfing World. Following the family Legacy, this skater, surfer, shaper, artist, with a “I don’t give-a-shit attitude” is…
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A Conversation with Jim Trenton aka “The Poorman”
Our guest this week is our first DJ radio personality. He has been dominating the airwaves since the early 80’s, getting his first gig on KROQ broadcasting reviews of his self-published “inexpensive restaurant guild books” he wrote. From there he became KROQ’s local surf reporter with our very Own HB Legend “Rockin Fig” (R.I.P) and…
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A Conversation with Josh Hansen of Hansen’s Surfboards
Our Guest this week is about a Surfboard Shaper that been around Since 1961. From early days in Santa Cruz being an apprentice under Jack O’neill, to shaping under Hobie and Jacobs, it was on the North Shore of Oahu where this shaper made his mark building world class high performance Shapes, which lead to…
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A Conversation with Scott Desiderio aka “Desi”
Our guest this week is a ripping and former pro surfer, with a laundry list of accomplishments throughout his career. From team manager for Xanadu SurfBoards and Adio Shoes, to Event Production, Marketing Director, a Brand Builder, and Consultant….. this guy’s arsenal is lethal. He has been battling Cancer for the last couple of years….while…
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A Conversation with Josh Bernard of Surf Ride Surf Shop
If you live in San Diego you most likely have bought a Surf Board from one of their Shops at some point in the last 45+ years that they been in business. Open in 1974 by two twin brothers Bill and Richard Bernard were one of the first Hobie Cat Dealerships. From the very beginning…
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A Conversation with John Glomb aka Glommy
Our guest this week is a former pro Surfer, mentor to Brad Gerlach, a Shaper, an Amazing Artist that sold his first logo at the early age of 14. He is the Founder of BYB/Back Yard Surf Boards and Nutz SurfBoards Hawaii. He also has a Surf Coloring Book and has done artwork for Eddie…
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A Conversation with Duke Aipa of Aipa Surf Co.
Our guest this week has deep family roots in Hawaii and is the son of a Master Craftsman. His DAD was a Hawaiian Legend and ICON, a respected surf coach, was on the forefront of surfboard innovation and design for decades and named one of the “TOP 10 Best Shapers of ALL TIME”. Following the…
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A Conversation with Mike Schillmoeller aka “Shooy”
Our Guest this week is Industry Veteran with over 30 year of experience running some major Brands. After getting his MBA from USC (University of Southern California) he started his own brand in the 90’s Called “Counter Culture”. From there he went on to be Executive Vice President of Sales/Marketing at Rusty from 2000-2006 and…
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A Conversation with Bob Carlson aka “BC” of Arbor Collective
Our guest this week created a brand back in 1995 that was referred to as a “Hippy Brand” because they believed and focused on sustainability. Over 25 years later the Brand is world renowned for its renewable alternatives and continues to be on the forefront of eco-friendly material’s minimizing their impact throughout all their products………
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A Conversation with Julian Wilson aka “Jules” of Rivvia Projects
Our guest this week is one of the most stylish and progressive surfers on the planet! He is standout in any condition and is known for a technical approach above and below the lip. He is an Olympian, a Five-Time WCT EVENT tour winner, a Pipe Master, a Triple Crown Winner and finished #2 in…
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A Conversation with Jack Grisham of TSOL
Our guest this week is an incredibly talented artist, writer, singer, and musician. He ran for Governor in 2003??!! He writes, books/novels, and he practices hypnotherapy! He has been sober since 1989 and has helped countless others battling addiction through his own experiences and his writings on recovery. But before all the goodie two shoes…
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A Conversation with Ronny Nelson aka “Ron Dog”
Our guest this week has had his fair share of surf trip excursions and has taken advantage of all the perks while traveling the World as a Team Manager at Rusty, Split and Oakley. He managed Team Houses on the North Shore for many years and has spent more time out at Pipe than most…
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A Conversation with Noel Salas aka “Sal” of Surf N Show
Our guest this week is a former pro surfer. He and his brother Aaron were making Surf Movies back in the 90’s when traveling the world on the WQS Tour. Fast forward to 2015, on a personal quest to dial-in his personal equipment to improve his surfing, he found a passion to better understand all…
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A Conversation with Hans Hagan aka “HAUS” from Mauli Ola Foundation
Our guest this week is a damn good-looking dude from Laguna Beach. He had a successful Pro Surfing and Modeling career. He has traveled the world doing contests, free surf trips writing articles, producing movies, and photo trips for the surf magazines. He loves surf culture, has deep roots in surfing community, and has made…
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A Conversation with Dave Boehne aka “The Brown Blurr”
Our guest this week was born into surf culture. His Parents have won multiple World Tandem Championships. His dad Steve started shaping surfboards in 1970 and created one of the most iconic and respected Board Brands in the World. They opened their first surf shop INFINITY SURFBOARDS in Huntington Beach in 1971 and have been…
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A Conversation with Duran “DURAN DURAN” Morley of VanspeedShop
Our guest this week is a van enthusiast and has created three successful companies at the age of 18. His van conversion company VanspeedShop uses higher materials by combining luxury comfort and giving a custom tailored outfitted options. You’ll be BLOWN AWAY on the details that go into every build. There’s a huge market and demand for Sprinter…
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A Conversation with Doug Silva aka “Dog Saliva” / “Dougie”
Our guest this week is a former U.S. National Team Member with multiple amatuer titles and various professional wins throughout his career. He has one of the most technical approaches to surfing, focusing and harnessing POWER, STYLE, SPEED, and FLOW. Although he is not a young buck anymore, you wouldn’t know it based on how…
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A Conversation with Paul Gomez aka “Chief Aka Go-Go”
Our guest this week got his start with a Quiksilver sponsorship at age 14. At 17, Danny Kwock gave him his first job in the industry and the rest is history. The laundry list of jobs throughout his incredible career are impressive. We know we are going to be missing a few, but here goes….…
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A Conversation with Xanadu Surfboards
Our guest this week was born in Brazil. He was fortunate to do a lot of traveling at an early age and hasn’t stopped since. He has lived in Brazil, Japan, Australia and the US. He shaped his first surfboard at 15 years old. 2 years later he knew it was his destiny to build boards for…
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A Conversation with Eric Diamond aka “EEEE DEEE”
Our guest this week has deep roots in Dana Point. He was trading tee shirt graphics for checks from marquee surf brands while he was still in high school. He flirted with pro-surfing, but with a background in fine arts and design, he had other opportunities to consider. Having early success and passion for design, he was…
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A Conversation with Robert Kelly Slater aka “The GOAT”
2021 interview with Kelly Slater. This week’s guest needs no introduction. We can go on and on about his world titles and everything amazing about him, but let’s just get to the point. Because quite frankly we don’t have all day to list all of his achievements and accomplishments. He is the most recognizable, the…
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A Conversation with Pat Towersey aka “Punker Pat”_WESTERN HYDRODYNAMIC RESEARCH
Our guest this week is a true waterman and rips on anything that floats. Growing up in Newport Beach, he was immersed in the surf scene at an early age. At 12 years old he became one of the early faces of Volcom ads and surf films. He went on to become a professional FREE…
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A Conversation with Sonny Rubin aka “Doctor FeelGood”
Our guest this week is a double board certified medical doctor.. He specialized in Anesthesiology at both USC Medical Center and UCLA Medical Center, and further obtained subspecialty certification in Pain Management. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pain Medicine. But, he isn’t the kind of Doctor…
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A Conversation with Roland Sands & Steve Fawley of Moto Beach Classic
Our guests this week are a couple of friends who are unique and successful in their endeavors. One is an artist, surfer, skater, healer, author, and entrepreneur! The other is a former professional motorcycle racer, with multiple wins, is a National Champion, and an award winning BIKE BUILDER! He has his own brand called “RSD…
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A Conversation with Jason Schneidman aka “Schneidy” aka The Mens Groomer
Our guest this week is a celebrity hair stylist from Venice Beach. His Hollywood clientele is impressive….Jonah Hill, Bruno Mars, Rob Lowe, James Corden, and Hugh Jackman to name a few! He has been featured on KTLA, NBC, CBS, and Men’s Health! His barber shop is the ideal place to hang on a Saturday to…
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A Conversation with Dos Boots Mezcal’s Carlos Cantu, Jim Shubin and Joe McElroy
This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with some good buddies who came up with the idea of starting a Brand of Mezcal while surfing. These 3 Amigos….. (which by the way would have been an awesome name for the Brand)… Are all creative with a long history and background in Sales, Design,…
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A Conversation with Joe Pierik aka “Papa Joe”
We got a heavy hitter Executive with 30+ years in commercial real estate experience. He is Vice President of the New England Territory Retail, Leasing, and Acquisitions for the Carpionato Group. Also serves on the board of directors for social impact venture “The Haven Collection”, the country’s first group to fully licensed Daycares to offer…
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A Conversation with Logan Dulien aka “Chucky” – Part Duex
This week sat down with Logan “CHUCKY” Dulien PART DUEX. Logan has been in the industry a long time, as a team rider, team manager, and music/tour/baby sitter manager for Mickey Avalon!! He is the creator of SNAPT 1, SNAPT 2, SNAPT 3 and now the most anticipated surf premier…..SNAPT 4!!! This movie is unique…
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A Conversation with Burton Kerbox aka “Buzzy Kerbox”
This week’s guest is an icon in our Sport Of Surfing. At 17, he won the Smirnoff Amateur title at Sunset Beach, HI, which got him in the Pro Event. He made it into the semi-finals that were held at 25 foot Waimea!! He was ranked in the Top 10 of the ASP in 1977-78′-80′!…
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A Conversation with Todd Miller aka “The Wacker”
Our guest this week is a Newport Beach 54th Street shredder and former top 44 surfer. When he competed on the tour, his long time sponsor Quiksilver offered him the Team manager and Sales & Marketing position. He was successful for years managing all athletes, budgets and retailer events. In 2002, he went on to…
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A Conversation with Rob Machado aka “The Mob”
Our guest this week was a Competitive Assassin before becoming one of the most prolific FREE SURFERS ever!! This former @wsl WORLD Surf League tour competitor was one of the few surfers able to challenge @kellyslater Kelly Slater for a World Title! He has won multiple tour events including the prestigious PIPELINE MASTERS! At the…
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A conversation with Louis Carreon aka “Lou”
Our guest this week is a Surfer, Skater, Photographer, & ARTIST. At 16 years old he was on his way to do great things in all of these fields, but life took a turn for the worse. He dropped out of high school , became a drug addict resulting into two years in prison for…
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A Conversation with Vince De La Pena aka “Vinnie”
Our guest this week is a former Pro-surfer turned entrepreneur. At the height of his surf career winning events and holding top rankings on the Bud Tour, he decided top pass up the money and fame to start an amazing brand called Ezekiel. But being a visionary, and having gone thru A to Z to…
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A Conversation with David Nuuhiwa aka “THE FLYIN HAWAIIAN”
Our guest this week is a Hawaiian Surfing legend. He dominated the competition in the 60’s and 70’s. He was regarded as THE best SURFER at the time, holding 2 World Championships and 5 US Titles. He was known for his nose riding skills, smooth style and ROCK STAR persona. It was his flashy clothes,…
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A Conversation with Ken Collins aka “SKIN DOG”
Our guest this week known as a MAD MAN when the surf gets XXL, 2007 “Ride of the Year” with a monster barrel ride at Puerto Escondido. He is a stand out at his local spot and Mavericks, he will go out on everything! Not because of a check or sponsorship, but for the pure…
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A Conversation with Curt aka “BIG C” & Mandy Fry
We sat down with the POWER COUPLE Curt “BIG C” & Mandy Fry. “BIG C” is an industry veteran, surfer, and for now stay at home DAD! She forged out on her own at the young age of 18 and made her dreams come true! She has worked for amazing brands and has even created her own.…
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A conversation with John Griffith aka “Grimace”
We sat down with veteran industry rep, entrepreneur, business man, & surfer John “GRIMACE” Griffith View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Mark Schulein aka “Shu” of Crown Ace Hardware
We sat down with waterman, scuba diver, competitive open ocean paddler, business man, entrepreneur and owner of Crown Ace Hardware, Mark “SHU” Schulein View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Greg Browning aka “Geebs”
We sat down with one of Southbay’s finest, former pro surfer, film maker, entrepreneur, MOMENTUM GENERATION ALUMNI, “DRIVE THRU” creator, marketeer, Greg “GEEBS” Browning!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Danny Nichols aka “Manchild”
We sat down with former pro surfer, entrepreneur, business man, philanthropist, father, husband and great all around dude, Danny ‘MANCHILD” Nichols.
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A Conversation with Chad DiNenna aka “Chad-D” – Episodes 1 & 2
We sat down with marketing guru, industry titan, and Nixon co-founder Chad “CHAD-D” DiNenna! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Brandon “Brando” & Josh “Boober” Brubaker of Clearweather
We sat down with the Brothers Brubaker of Clearweather Brand. They are footwear industry veterans and have lived with the life of surfer/skater passions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Ted Robinson aka “Gurtle”
We sat down with legend, former world tour surfer, ambidextrous switchfooter, world’s biggest frother, industry surf veteran, Ted “GURTLE” Robinson! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Steve Sherman aka “T-Sherms”
We sat down with childhood prodigy pro skateboarder, editor, surfer, and world renown photographer, Steve “T-SHERMS” Sherman! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation Don Ramsey aka “Pablo” – Episodes 1 & 2
We sat down with Huntington Beach local, Vietnam Veteran, businessman, entrepreneur, musician and surfer, Don “Pablo” Ramsey! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Bradley Skip Snead aka “Skip Snead”
We sat down with surf journalist, publisher, event creator, and marketing guru, Bradley “SKIP” Snead. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Bill Keller aka “Team BK”
We sat down with one of the “OGs” of action sports’ sales reps, Bill “TEAM BK” Keller!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Pat O’Connell aka “Patchy-O”
We sat down with Momentum Generation and Endless Summer 2 world renown surfer Pat “PATCHY-O” O’Connell!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Thom McElroy aka “T-Mac”
We sat down with surfer, entrepreneur, marketing and design guru, the man behind the Volcom STONE, Thom “T-MAC” MCElroy!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Kalani Robb aka “K-Rock”
We sat down with NSSA Champ, U.S. Champion for Junior’s & Men’s division, Momentum Generation alumni, actor, entrepreneur, WAVE POOL owner, Guiness book of Records holder (most 360s), professional surfer Kalani “K-ROCK’ Robb! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Greg Tomlinson aka “GT” EPISODES #1-#2
We sat down with skater, surfer, snowboarder, musician, commentator, ultimate Lakers fan, and serial entrepreneur, Greg “GT” Tomlinson! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Taylor Knox aka “T-Bone”
We sat down with Momentum Generation, K2 Big Wave Champion, fitness guru creator of the Arc Method, entrepreneur, and all around amazing surfer Taylor “T-BONE” Knox! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Justin Mulford aka “Mulfs” or “F*ck Mulfs”
We sat down with Huntington Beach born and bred surfer, skater, snowboarder, and MOTO freerider Justin Mulford aka “FVCK MULFS”! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with John Gothard aka “Firm”
We sat down with Echo Beach surf star & industry veteran John “Firm” Gothard! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Paul Harvey aka “Pauly Boy”
We sat down with one of the greatest Floridian transplants, big powerful goofy footer, funniest character, and Rip Curl VP of Sales, PAUL “PAULY BOY” HARVEY!!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Chris Shulstad aka “Shuey”
We sat down with Banks Journal creative director, Chris “Shuey” Shulstad! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Cheyne Magnusson aka “Redtide”
We sat down with ex pro surfer, stunt man, and wave pool wizard, Cheyne “REDTIDE” Magnusson! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Kasey Curtis aka “KNEEBRACE”
We sat down with ex-pro surfer, industry sales rep, hunter, husband & father Kasey Curtis aka “KneeBrace.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Walt Cerny aka “Still Frothy”
We sat down with ex-pro surfer Walt Cerny! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Garth Tarlow aka “Tarlaban”
We sat down with ex professional surfer, industry veteran, and 25+ O’neill wetsuit marketing guru, Garth “Tarlaban” Tarlow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Justin Reynolds aka J-Lord
We sat down with ex pro skater, musician, artist, father, husband, boat captain, fisher man, and surfer Justin “J-Lord” Reynolds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with SALTY CREW’s Tom Ruiz and Jared Lane
We sat down with Tom Ruiz & Jared Lane of Salty Crew! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Robbie Jeffers aka “Skidz”
We sat down with former Stussy and Nike SB team/marketing manager Robbie Jeffers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Jay Lewis of Outpost Kitchen
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A Conversation with Joe Frizzelle of Country Club Surf Club
We sat down with Joe Frizzelle surf industry designer and founder of Country Club Surf Club. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Jim Hogan aka “GOAT BOY”
We sat down with one of the fiercest competitors in professional surfing, Jim “Goat Boy” Hogan! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Kelly Sorensen On the Beach Surf Shop
We sat down with On the Beach Surf Shop owner Kelly Sorensen at Kelly Slater’s Wave Pool! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Randy Adler of Moondoggies Beach Club
We sat down with Randy Adler of Moondoggies Beach Club at Kelly Slaters Wave Pool. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with John Philbin aka “Turtle” from North Shore
We sat down with surfer, actor, and one of the most beloved characters in the history of surf movies, John Philbin aka “Turtle” from North Shore. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Brian “Elroy” of Heritage Surf & Sport
We sat down with Brian “Elroy” Heritage of Heritage Surf & Sport and spoke about life as a pro surfer, shaper, and business man! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Brian Alper aka “B-MANN”
We sat down with Huntington Beach surfer/promoter/entrepreneur/marketeer Brian “B-Mann” Alper!! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy)
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A Conversation with Brad Gerlach aka “GERR”
We sat down with of the most dynamic personalities of the surfing world, Brad Gerlach aka “GERR.” View this post on Instagram Do you think this kid would have known he would reach the #1 world ranking in professional surfing? Could he have imagined that he would become a BIG WAVE charger? Did he visualize…
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A Conversation with Brian Van Holt
We sat down with actor & surfer Brian Van Holt. View this post on Instagram “ A surfer, model, & accomplished actor/celebrity who has had an epic career over the last 25 years. He has starred in close to 60 TV shows & block buster movies. Shows like “Sex in the City , “Entourage”, “Sons…
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A Conversation with Dwight ” DOUBLE D” Dunn
We sat down with Huntington Beach’s own, surf industry veteran, and ripping surfer, Dwight Dunn. View this post on Instagram Our guest this week is a Huntington Beach local ripper, former surf shop owner, and a veteran of the surf industry, Mr Dwight “DOUBLE D” Dunn. Listen to episode! Find us on @itunes @spotify @googlepodcast…
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A Conversation with Matt Archbold aka “Archy”
We sat down with one of the most prolific surfers of our history! He is one of the most naturally talented and innovative surfers ever to live – Matt “Archy” Archbold! View this post on Instagram Thank you to our sponsors that support our show. They not only help us fund the show but we’re…
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A Conversation with Dave Nelson of Nelly’s Magic Moments
We spoke with skater, surfer, and world renown photographer Dave “NELLY” Nelson aka NELLY’S MAGIC MOMENTS. View this post on Instagram Do surfers pee in their suits? Yes they do. In this case @adam_replogle , was already suited up and frothing to get out there and surf. @nellysmagicmoments suggested that they go to another location…
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A Conversation with Chris Mauro of People Who Surf
We sat down with ex pro surfer, editor, publisher, commentator, podcaster, and all-around awesome dude, Chris Mauro aka “SIS.” View this post on Instagram Our next guest is a former pro-surfer, @surfer_magazine editor, event/marketing/media guru, Grind TV & @wsl programmer & host of the @peoplewhosurfshow podcast…… Chris “SIS” Mauro!! Listen to this week’s episode with…
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A Conversation with Blake Peters of Panda Surfboards
We sat down with Blake Peters of Panda Surfboards. View this post on Instagram His first job was doing ding repairs at the local glass shop. When he graduated high school he did what most Australians do, travel the world! He went to Newquay, England to work at a surf school and surfshop. From there…
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A Conversation with Momentum Generation’s Taylor Steele
We sat down with filmmaker, entrepreneur, and Momentum Generation’s, Taylor Steele! View this post on Instagram His father was a pro surfer, so naturally he wanted his son to follow in his footsteps. Maybe starting him at 2 years old was a little too early? Maybe the traumatic experience helped him to not burn out…
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A Conversation with Mike Latronic, aka “Tron”
We sat down with big wave charger, entrepreneur, publisher, editor, and all-around great man, Mike Latronic of Freesurf Magazine! View this post on Instagram From Yonkers to Laguna Beach, Laguna to Velzy Land, our next guest luckily landed in one of the MECCAS of the surf world. He has been professional surfer, stuntman, filmmaker, editor,…
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A Conversation with Jeff “BOOTHY” Booth_DISTANT LOCAL
We sat down with former world class professional surfer Jeff Booth! View this post on Instagram From winning the grom contest in Laguna Beach to being #5 on the ASP WORLD TOUR!! A tactical professional tour surfer, then morphing to a hustling sales rep, and now savvy industry veteran, JEFF BOOTH has literally done it…
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A Conversation with “STREETS & ROADS”
We sat down with the youth of today, Cole, Max, TJ, and Curren and talked all things surf. View this post on Instagram We sat down with @colewaltonbro and some of the guys in his new film, “Streets & Roads”. It’s cool to see what the kids are up to and into these days. The…
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A Conversation with Hi-Tech Surf Sports
We sat down with Kim Ball owner of Hi-Tech Surf Sports. View this post on Instagram A sense of humor is an important trait to have in life. Many great leaders and entrepreneurs are funny AF. Having a sense of humor can help you cope with the trials tribulations and can give you a different…
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A Conversation with Rizal “RIZZ” Tandjung
We sat down with the Prince of Bali, Rizal Tandjung! View this post on Instagram You know how people say, “that guy runs shit!” or “that dude owns that place”, well that is what people say about our next guest. As a grom, the great @gerrylopezsurfboards took him under his wings, and he has ruled…
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A Conversation with Bud Llamas “THE MAYOR” 17TH ST BOARDSHOP
We sat down with Bud “The Mayor” Llamas at his surfshop, 17th Street Surfshop in Huntington Beach! View this post on Instagram You know how some images make you want to make a sound or grunt, as if you were doing the turn? HHHHHHHUUUUUUHHHHHH!!! Listen to this week’s episode with BUD LLAMAS @17thstboardshop !! Find…
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A Conversation with Ryan Buell of Buell Wetsuits
We sat down and talked with Ryan Buell of Buell Wetsuits. View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) on Aug 1, 2020 at 7:49am PDT View this post on Instagram We hear this a lot from well respected successful entrepreneurs . “Never forget where you come from and never forget the…
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A Conversation with Jake Paterson, aka “The Snake,” of Snaketales
We sat down with Jake “The Snake” Paterson and talked about his pro surfing career, surf coaching, and “We are Feel Good Inc” sunscreen. View this post on Instagram Our next guest comes from Yallingup West Oz. His dad is a surfer and one of the Australian pioneers of surfing. He had siblings that helped…
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A Conversation with Brenden Margieson, aka “Margo”
We sat down with Brenden “Margo” Margieson! He’s touted as the first professional “freesurfer” of our culture. View this post on Instagram By the time he was 18, people were starting to hear about this lanky, powerful, stylish, surfer @margomargs . He was surfing the local amateur contests and doing well and was riding for…
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A Conversation with Jesse Faen
We sat down with ex-pro, industry veteran, nomadic surfer, Jesse Faen. View this post on Instagram Where can surfing take you? Our next guest has traveled the world, connected with so many different people and has worked in so many diverse fields, all because of surfing. He is equally handsome as he is intelligent and…
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A Conversation with Mike “S” Lambresi
We sat down with 3 time PSAA Surfing champion Mike Lambresi. View this post on Instagram S L A M B R E S I Almost everyone started our love for the ocean through “boogie” boarding. But most of us quickly realized that “boogie” boarding ain’t cool. Our next guest could have been one of…
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A Conversation with Matt Kechele
We sat with world renown Floridian surfer/shaper Matt Kechele. View this post on Instagram PROGRESSION It takes a lot of practice, imagination, and hard work to progress in most things worth doing. It’s interesting how one thing can influence or help progress another. @matt_kechele talked about how he was influenced by @alanolliegelfand , who created…
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A Conversation with YouTube Sensation Ben Gravy
We had a great conversation with Ben Gravy, aka Ben Gravyy, and talked about his “claim” and how he’s living the dream! View this post on Instagram How ironic is this first foto? Our next guest’s first experience with a surfboard was on a river. Fast forward to today, Rivers and Novelty waves are what…
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A Conversation with Greg Mesanko, aka “Grog”
We sat down with East Coast Surf Legend Greg “Grog” Mesanko. View this post on Instagram Inspired by “Endless Summer” our next guest went on his own quest, to surf perfect waves in faraway places. The video is from 1966, he was 16 yrs old. He and his brother went to Puerto Rico (no parental…
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A Conversation with Quiksilver’s Bob McKnight
We sat down with co-founder of Quiksilver, Bob McKnight! View this post on Instagram At seven years old this kid from Pasadena went to the beach and watched his neighbor “walk on water”. Of course his neighbor was a surfer and that’s how he became “smitten” on surfing. Right then and there it took over…
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A Conversation with Richie Collins, aka “Skeletor”
View this post on Instagram Our next guest was thrust into the surfing life. His father is one of the most prolific shapers – Lance Collins of @wavetoolssurfboards , so it was inevitable. There have been many talented world renowned surfers that have come out of Newport Beach, Ca, but no one more controversial or…
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A Conversation with Kaipo Guerrero
We sat down with Hawaiian royalty, ex-pro surfer, former model, and WSL announcer, Kaipo Guerrero! View this post on Instagram After spending time in California working for action sports brands, @kaipoguerrero moved his family back to Hawaii. He was repping brands and working the amateur contests announcing heats and handing out jerseys. Kaipo was also…
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A Conversation with Randy Hild & Lisa Andersen
We sat down with industry veteran Randy Hild and four-time surfing world champion Lisa Andersen. View this post on Instagram “Lisa Anderson surfs better than you”. @surfer_magazine We were so very fortunate to sit down with 4x consecutive world champion @andersenlisa & industry veteran and marketing mastermind Randy Hild @randysurforama !! Listen to this week’s…
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A Conversation with On The Beach Surf Shop
We FaceTimed with Kelly Sorensen of On The Beach Surf Shop and talked about surfing and business! View this post on Instagram In 1925, Kelly Sorensen’s grandfather started a farming supplies company in the town of Mendota, Ca. This is where Kelly learned the valuable lessons in retail and running a business. He went to…
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A Conversation with Bare Wires Surf Shop
We FaceTimed with Adam Holloway and Brian Smith of Bare Wires Surf Shop! View this post on Instagram @barewiressurf started in 2010. The traditional gift you would give for 10 year anniversary is Aluminum. Aluminum is symbol of how a successful a partnership needs to be flexible, durable,and how it can be bent but not…
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A Conversation with Ty Williams
We sat down with artist, surfer, Ty Williams. View this post on Instagram At 19 years old @tywillyums had his first art show. It was at a friend’s “shellshop”. He was going to college and working as a waiter. One of his biggest inspirations was seeing the movie “Sprout” by @thomascampbellart . His first piece…
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A Conversation with Jeff Kelly, aka, “JK”
We sat down and talked with Jeff “JK” Kelly and talked about surfing and all the entrepreneurial ventures he’s had, including Sanuk Sandals. Do you know who invented the first peal & stick adhesive surfboard traction pad? Do you know who came up with the Astro Turf sandal, and who named this sandal? What is…
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A Conversation with Peter Mel, aka, “The Condor”
We sat down with professional surfer, big wave charger, and WSL commentator, Peter Mel! View this post on Instagram Most surfers will remember their first surfboards, but very few have kept them. Luckily, years later, our next guest somehow came across his first board which now sits in his family owned and operated surf shop…
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A Conversation with Troy Eckert of Radical Voyage
We sat down with industry veteran, surfer, skater, moto-brap, snowboarder, and entrepreneur Troy Eckert and talked everything surf! View this post on Instagram I met our next guest at my first job in the industry, Bullit Surfboards @edsakal . He was a grom and ran around with his crew and came into the shop at…
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A Conversation with Peter Townend, AKA “The Mate”
We sat down with surfing’s very first professional champion, Peter Townend, aka “The Mate”! View this post on Instagram Ladies and Gentleman, Our next guest is a truly a legend and pioneer. He has had countless achievements and contributions to the culture, heritage, and the sport of surfing! From being the first surfing WORLD champion,…
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A Conversation with Sport of Kings’ Casey Wheat and Ziggy Williams
We sat down with Casey Wheat & Ziggy Williams of Sport of Kings. They are both born and bred Huntington Beach locals. They both lived through drug addiction and now have a successful surf brand. View this post on Instagram Our next episode features two of Huntington Beach’s local legends. Born and bred in the…
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A Conversation with Tom “Holby” Holbrook
We sat down with Quiksilver and industry veteran Tom Holbrook! View this post on Instagram This picture is from the 1960’s, the guy in the center is of the Kinimaka Hawaiian royalty. The kid holding the surfboard is our next guest. He grew up surfing in California and later ended up being the 3rd person…
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A Conversation with Logan “Chucky” Dulien x Snapt
We sat down with surf movie maker Logan Dulien. A grom from Newport Beach that worked at Frog House and eventually found himself working in the surf industry! View this post on Instagram To grow up in Newport Beach and live on the sand is lucky. To be welcomed at your local surfshop (the @froghouse…
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A Conversation with Jodie Nelson
We sat down with former professional surfer, commentator, and producer Jodie Nelson. View this post on Instagram Our next guest grew up in the small surf community in Surfside. She ran with a crew of boys and everyone surfed. That crew of boys would hate to admit but she probably surfed better than all of…
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A Conversation with Newport Beach Boardriders Club (Bonus Episode!)
After winning the 2nd event, we sat down with Newport Beach Boardriders Club and talked about their win! View this post on Instagram The 2nd event of the Central Division of the @west_coast_board_riders club happened yesterday! The weather and waves miraculously came together and produced exciting conditions for a hard fought battle. @newportbeachboardridersclub took an…
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A Conversation with Jeff “Doc” Lausch & Amber Lausch of Surf Prescriptions Surfboards
We sat down with the cutest couple in the surfboard business, Jeff “Doc” Lausch and Amber Lausch! Together they have cured many people through Surf Prescriptions! View this post on Instagram A post shared by L8nightwithChoccy (@l8nightwithchoccy) on Feb 16, 2020 at 8:13am PST View this post on Instagram DOC aka @jeffdoclausch was born in…
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A Conversation with Tony G of Ocean Hut Surf Shop
We sat down with Ocean Hut Surf Shop owner, Tony G, and his son James. Tony G tells us how he surfed on the first world pro surf tour, IPS, and how he started the surf shop with the help of his dad. View this post on Instagram Tony G. started surfing at 13 years…
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A Conversation with Strider Wasilewski
We sat down with Pipeline charger, WSL commentator, entrepreneur, and all around great guy, Strider Wasilewski! View this post on Instagram Groms – this could be a typical scene at every surf community. Except this was back in 1984 with some legends of our culture. @stridersworld hanging with the boys in Texas for the US…
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A Conversation with Jonathan Wayne Freeman
We sat down with surfer/comedian/Instagram celebrity, Jonathan Wayne Freeman. View this post on Instagram We got lucky and had the chance to sit down with one of the best things to come out of @instagram . The funniest dude in surfing who brightens up our day…. Mr @jonathanwaynefreeman !! Tomorrow @ 6am listen to the…
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A Conversation with Shaun Ward of Ward Management
We sat down with Shaun Ward, ex pro surfer, team manager and now surf agent/manager. View this post on Instagram @hbhssurfteam and Coach Andy Verdone has cultivated so many great surfers/citizens! Our very own L8night Lar is an alumni! This foto is the Class of 98’. These groms are now men! Some have left surfing…
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A Conversation with Jeff Yokoyama of Yokishop
Our first guest of 2020 has had an amazing body of work. How does a kid from Glendale, CA, who grew up skating and surfing, able to create so many iconic brands? We sit down with Jeff Yokoyama, entrepreneur / visionary / surfer! He founded these iconic brands: Maui & Sons / Pirate Surf /…
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A Conversation with Josh Landan of Harland Brewing Co.
We sat down with surfer, film maker, beer maker and entrepreneur, Josh Landan. View this post on Instagram We are so lucky to be able to sit down with such great minds and great people. Our next guest is a surfer from Ventura. He lived with his mother that supported herself through college and eventually…
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A Conversation with Rama McCabe of Banks Journal
We sat down with Rama McCabe co-founder of Banks Journal. He comes to us from Australia and had hippy parents that lived much of their lives in a commune. His dad passed down the stoke and he grew up surfing and eventually getting in the business. Lots of cool stories from Rama! View this post…
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A Conversation with Dave Allee of Almond Surfboards
“Good, honest stuff for good, honest people. -Almond Surfboards This week’s episode is with Dave Allee. He grew up in the heart of the surf culture and industry, so to him starting a “surf” brand seemed cliche. Listen to this week’s episode with Almond Surfboards to hear how Dave Allee found the love of building…
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A Conversation with Joe Bard of Banzai Bowls
We sat down with Joe Bard of Banzai Bowls to hear how a kid from Whittier, Ca became a surfer and a successful business man! In 2009, Joe Bard convinced his wife, Tiana Bard, that they should start their own business. “I googled ‘how to start a business’ to see what steps you would take…
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A Conversation with Daydream Surf Shop
A talked with Kyle & Becca about how their introduction into surfing and what led to them opening up Daydream Surf Shop in Costa Mesa, CA.
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A Conversation with Tim Stamps of Stamps Surfboards
We sit down with the amazing surfer, shaper, & craftsman Tim Stamps.
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A Conversation with West Coast Boardriders Club
We sat down with Don “Bueno” Meek and Darren “Brillo” Brillhart to learn about their start in surfing and what the West Coast Boardriders Club means to the surf communities!
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A Conversation with Eli Gesner of Phat Farm and Zoo York
We sat down with ex-pro skateboarder and co-founder of Phat Farm and Zoo York, Eli Gesner aka Ocularge.
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A Conversation with Dave Cropper of Cinnamon Rainbows
We sat down with Dave Cropper and talked about how he got his start with Cinnamon Rainbows. View this post on Instagram Here is @cinnamonrainbows1983 owner Dave Cropper on a New Hampshire bomb. The water temp from November-April dips down between 📉35-43 degrees 🌊❄️. It takes serious determination to be a surfer there. To run…
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A Conversation with Newport Beach Boardriders Club
We sat down with the Newport Beach Boardriders Club after their win of the Central Division of the West Coast Boardriders Club. View this post on Instagram Last night we sat down with the @newportbeachboardridersclub team to recap how their team won the first contest of the @west_coast_board_riders CENTRAL DIVISION! Listen to @brilloproductions @tmiller54 and…
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A Conversation with MLB Pitcher Daniel Norris
L8night does an incredible job of introducing our next guest! “Our guest today is a devoted Christian, a cancer survivor, a photographer, a surfer, a multimillionaire hippy that lives in a 1978 Westafalia….and happens to be one of the best left handed pitchers in the MLB today…. Daniel Norris (@danielnorris18)!! Listen to this week’s episode with…
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A Conversation with General Admission
Creating a brand is not an easy task. The are so many factors and variables that can make or break a company. But with hard work, passion, AUTHENTICITY, and surrounding yourself with great people you have a great chance for success. Gavin Dogan (@gavdogan) and his crew have passion and are staying true to the Venice culture.
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A Conversation with Stamps Surfboards
Isn’t it funny how a piece of foam, fiberglass, and other materials can change your life? For some people, it’s a hobby or something recreational that they do from time to time. But for us (everyone who follows and listens to @l8nightwithchoccy) it’s pretty much our whole world! Who would of thought that this first surfboard…
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A conversation with Inherent Bummer’s Travis Ferré
My (Choccy here) father didn’t surf and I’ve always envied kids whose dads did. My Pops was AMAZING, so don’t get it twisted. But I can only imagine the joy of sharing the stoke between a father and son. Travis’s dad (@bricoracepaint) helped fuel the fire in him and his friends to surf and travel! Which…
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A conversation with Ross Williams, aka “The Cat”
Ross Williams has probably had one of the most successful and happiest careers as a pro surfer/announcer/coach/husband and most importantly father. Born in Toledo, Ohio raised on the North Shore of Oahu and educated by the global stage of professional surfing. The Momentum Generation helped usher a new way of surfing. The “new school” came and…
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A Conversation with Outerknown’s John Moore – Episode 2
At 24 years old JuanMas was happily working for Freshjive (@freshjive_la) doing what he loved: designing and creating. Out of the blue, a headhunter for a HUGE retailer, Abercrombie, gave Jon Moore (@bonfirebeachkids) a call. It went something like, “We think you’re a great fit for something we have coming up,” JuanMas says “No thanks not interested.” Abercrombie calls…
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A Conversation with Outerknown’s John Moore – Episode 1
> A lot has obviously happened since the first photo of the young grom, JuanMas, aka John Moore, to the present shot of JuanMas aka Bonfire Beach Kids (@bonfirebeachkids) on a fun day at Lowers (we all probably felt like that kid in the first foto that day because the waves were firing.)Today we release our first…
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A Conversation with Jack’s Surfboards Walk of Fame
We were flies on the wall at Jack’s Surfboards’ Walk of Fame inductions: Sam Hawk, Derek Ho, Joel Tudor, Renny Yater, Jeff Divine, Art Brewer, Don McAllister, Courtney Conolgue.
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A Conversation with Huntington Surf & Sport’s Hall of Fame
We were fortunate enough to post up for the Jack’s Surfboards “Walk of Fame” induction and the Huntington Surf & Sport “Hall of Fame” ceremony. So stoked to see the pioneers and modern day heroes of surfing be recognized & celebrated in Huntington Beach! Thanks to Jack’s and HSS for their hospitality! We were flies on…
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A Conversation with Daydream Surf Shop
This episode comes to us at the perfect timing. Hundreds and thousands of surfers over the years have competed in the NSSA program. The grom with the Oakley shades and tee is Kyle Kennelly. He surfed the NSSA throughout his adolescence! The NSSA not only grooms you to be better surfers, but it also teaches kids…
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A Conversation with Scott VanDerripe
People say if you want to be successful, you need to take risks and be able to accept failures. Because if you don’t get out of your comfort zone and learn from your failures, you will hold back on what you can truly achieve. Scott VanDerripe had already taken a risk of leaving a great…
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A Conversation Damien Fahrenfort, aka “Dooma”
Damien Fahrenfort, aka “Dooma,” is a ripping South African transplant and has a great and interesting story with how he’s maneuvered his way from aspiring pro surfer to an entrepreneurial business man. Before @doomasrumors became an entrepreneur and agent to Jordy Smith and Mikey February, he was disrupting the surf industry with his TMZ-style journalism. Most of…
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A Conversation with Brett Simpson
Ladies and Gentlemen, Brett Simpson, aka “Simpo.” We sat down with the former top 10 ten WSL surfer and two-time US Open of Surfing Champion, Bretty Simpson! HB Surf City has produced many great surfers over the years and we have to thank Coach Andy Verdone of Huntington Beach High School for finding and cultivating such talent.…
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A Conversation with Kelly Slater Wave Co.
If you work in the surf industry, you’re pretty damn fortunate. You may or may not make a ton of money, but if can figure it out, you have more chances of getting time to surf or go on surf trips. It’s safe to say that @dmark609 & @amccabe2687 have it figured out. This awesome couple own and operate @thespot_sh and @thespot_avalon in…
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A Conversation with Val Surf
This October will be Val Surf’s 57th year anniversary. A family owned business since day one. They have four locations: North Hollywood, Woodland Hills, Thousand Oaks, and Valencia. During peak seasons they can employ up to 80 people. It’s incredible to think about how many lives that have been affected by Val Surf over the…
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A Conversation with Seager Co.’s Elliott Henry Shaw
The future vision of Seager Co may have started right here in the first photo of Elliott Henry Shaw. Western/Surf/Americana Listen to how three bros take their passions and collaborate and create @seager_co on this week’s bonus episode!
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A Conversation with Chad Wells
When did you start surfing? Does having a big brother help you surf better? Well our next guest’s big brother pushed him into a wave at five-years old and was traumatized. Listen to this week’s episode with Chad Wells to hear how long before he was able to get back into the surf!
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A Conversation with Sun Diego Boardshops
The 1980s were a great and crazy time for surfing! The neon colors, the hairdos (or hairdonts) and trendy styles have come and gone, but great brands and shops have stood the test of time. In this week’s episode we sat down with Dave Nash and Pete Censoplano of Sun Diego Boardshops. Listen to how…
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A Conversation with Pig Barber’s Dane Hesse
Some people figure out what they want to do with their lives at an early age. For instance, Choccy thought he would be a doctor or chiropractor. Yeah, right!? Our next guest is Dane Hesse. He grew up aspiring to a be lawyer. He got into Vanguard University to pursue his career, but fortunately he…
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A Conversation with Earthpack’s Dave Bock
This week’s episode is with Dave Bock from Earthpack, a customized, eco-friendly retail packing company he started back in 1989.
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A Conversation with Building The Revolution
This week’s episode is with Mike V from @building_the_revolution! We share a common goal: to encourage people to support surf shops and their local communities.
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A Conversation with Wahoo’s Fish Taco’s Wing Lam
We sat down with the man himself, Wing Lam, and learned how he and his brothers took a family business and gave it their own twist through an idea born from their surfing adventures!
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A Conversation with Jack’s Surfboards
We sit down with Osameh and Marty behind the Quiksilver Boardriders on Main Street in Huntington Beach to learn about the history of Jack’s Surfboards.
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A Conversation with Timmy Reyes
Listen to how an HB grom became sponsored before putting on a competitive jersey, was one of the highest ranking Americans on the WSL tour, and transformed into one of today’s gnarliest big wave surfers!
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A Conversation with KTLA 5’s Mark Mester
Mark Mester (@markmester) is our guest on this week’s L8night with Choccy podcast. We are stoked to talk surf with these people and share their experiences with you!
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A Conversation with Hobie Surf Shop’s Tracey Engelking & Kris Carlow
This week’s episode is with one of the most iconic names in the surfing industry and heritage of the sport: Hobie Alter.
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A Conversation with Huntington Surf & Sport’s Aaron and Taylor Pai
HSS is where L8night (Jay Larson) met Choccy (Lyndon Cabellon), so it’s fitting that we start with the iconic surf shop in our first ever episode with Aaron Pai and Taylor Pai.
