Surf Splendor

099 – Tom Rezvan Surfs Snowdonia!

18 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We call him Indiana Jones or 007, but his legal name is Tom Rezvan. The guy is one of a kind. He has some notable professional surfing results from ...

098 – Surf News, August 11, 2015

12 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott catch up and discuss their respective surf travels during the past month before discussing Fanning’s shark attack, Snowdonia, surf f...

097 – Bruce Irons on the Surfing Magazine Podcast

04 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week we catch up after our hiatus and direct you to a Bruce Irons podcast that David edited for Surfing Magazine. Listen here (to Surf Splendor) ...

096 – Surf News, July 6, 2015

07 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Surf news! David and Scott discuss the sorry state of surf filmmaking, and the few glimmers of hope. Kandui? Or Nokandui? We discuss the NFL’r who j...

095 – Andrew Kidman: Spirit of Akasha

30 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat with filmmaker, writer, and musican, Andrew Kidman about his recent film, Spirit of Akasha. The film is an homage to Albe Falzon’s Mo...

094 – Surf News, June 23, 2015

24 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s show, David and Scott discuss spectacle that was the Fiji Pro, Guiness record setting group surfing, Target taking over surf, Tom Curren ...

093 – Bootstrapping It with Maurice Agnello and Wayne Okamoto

18 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Bootstrapping it. In today’s episode we analyze the process of starting from scratch in the surf business. The first part of the show is with Mauric...

092 – Surf News, June 9, 2015

10 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode David and Scott discuss photographer’s infighting, Texas wave parks, Sally’s win with a ruptured ear drum, where Kelly’s wi...

091 – Roger Hinds

03 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Roger Hinds is a name that’s come up on this show a number of times. He’s been involved with and working alongside the most well-known board build...

090 – Surf News, May 26, 2015

27 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss the Rio Pro pandemonium, the $20 million StabMag purchase, Banting dethroning Slater, why Filipe is greater than Kolohe, oil s...

089 – Randy Rarick

19 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

From creating the professional surfing tour to traveling the globe and being the very first surfer at some of the best surf spots in the world, Randy ...

088 – Surf News, May 12, 2015 and Dr. Rey Banatao

13 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Here’s a bonus sized episode for you. We cover the WSL’s bid for the Maverick’s permit, the massive Puerto Escondido swell, bid a fond farewell ...

087 – Malcolm Campbell and The Bonzer

05 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we discuss the Bonzer design, the role that it’s played in surfing, and the surf world’s quirky social dynamics that sometime...

086 – Surf News, April 28, 2015

29 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s show David and Scott recap the Western Australian leg of the Tour, discuss man-scaping with Kelly and Gabe, 65 year old’s getting pitch...

085 – Richard Schmidt

21 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past 4 decades, Santa Cruz’s Richard Schmidt has quietly helped define the surfing culture of this small but important surf town. In today’...

084 – Surf News, April 14, 2015

15 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We open today’s show discussing a couple insightful emails from listeners who know much more about our show topics than we do (no sarcasm intended!...

083 – Fantasy Surfer Update: Post Bells, Pre Margs

12 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Just a quick recap of our Fantasy clubhouse after Bells Beach and before Margaret River. Make sure to secure your team and place your wager before Apr...

082 – Matuse CEO, John V. Campbell

07 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor David speaks with Matuse Wetsuit’s CEO John V. Campbell about what it takes to launch a small business, the ...

081 – Surf News, March 31, 2015

01 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

CEO’s are getting clipped. Sharks are getting jumped. South African’s backhand the BWWT. The NY Times chimes in on the Brazilian Storm. Kelly inve...

080 – Tom Carroll

24 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Two-Time champ and Three-Time Pipe Master, Tom Carroll talks about the experiences that led to him conquering the surf world and about the demons that...

079 – Surf News with Peter Townend!

18 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

No Pipe Masters?! It could happen. David and Scott uncover a juicy saga that may lead to the unraveling of the WSL. In the 2nd half of show 1976 World...

078 – Justin Jay

10 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

From globetrotting with Sean Combs and Jennifer Lopez to couch surfing on the North Shore, this is the story of New York based photographer Justin Jay...

077 – Surf News, March 3, 2015

03 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discover the burgeoning surf scene in South Korea, celebrate the Maui surf community, petition surf access in Morocco, analyze the suc...

076 – What Box? Tom Morey & Carl Ekstrom

25 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

The surf crafts of long time friends and design collaborators Tom Morey & Carl Ekstrom, along with Donald Brink & Ryan Burch are currently on display ...

075 – Surf News, February 18, 2015

18 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Spreading rumors, what we’re riding, Noa Deane talks sobriety, Kelly’s birdie, Pay-Per-View surfing, Dukes, Kooks, and so much more. It’s a plen...

074 – Torrey Meister: Life on the ‘QS

09 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Torrey Meister finished 2014 in a hospital bed, recovering from a ruptured spleen suffered from a wipeout at Backdoor. Days prior, he was a mere few h...

073 – Firewire CEO, Mark Price + Surf News, February 3, 2015

04 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We spend the first half of today’s show chatting with Firewire CEO Mark Price about board construction, rumors of Kelly Slater’s investment in the...

072 – Chas Smith: Beach Grit!

26 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor, we chat with writer Chas Smith. Author of “Welcome to Paradise, Now Go to Hell”, co-founder of BeachGrit.co...

071 – Surf News, January 20, 2015

21 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover...

070 – A Study in Asymmetry with Donald Brink (Rebroadcast)

13 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This episode originally aired on January 20th, 2014. We’re launching the new year with a discussion with surfboard shaper Donald Brink. Donald is re...

069 – Surf News, January 6, 2015

07 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Dane Reynolds is pregnant. Kelly Slater has a Master’s Degree. Gabriel is NOT the first Brazilian surf champ. We uncover some hard truths in the fir...

068 – The Untold Story of Tom Parrish (Rebroadcast)

30 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

This episode originally aired August 26, 2013. From working with Gerry Lopez during the Lightning Bolt era to co-founding one of the 5 major surfwe...

067 – Kassia Meador: KASSIA + SURF

23 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Kassia Meador perfectly melds form and function in surfing. In my visualization of the sport, she represents the ideal style of wave riding. Always ch...

066 – Mid Pipe Masters Analysis

18 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

With 5 consecutive lay days at the Pipe Masters, David & Scott take the opportunity to dissect the controversial trials event, rounds 1 & 2, and the u...

065 – Gary Linden: The Big Wave World Tour

09 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Humble, ambitious, persistent, and still charging big waves in his early sixties, few people are more qualified to give insight into competitive big-w...

064 – Pipeline Preview: Surf News, December 2, 2014

04 Dec 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott break down the upcoming Pipe Masters event and the recent report of the ASP operating at a $30 ...

063 – Todd Glaser: The Art & Business of Surf Photography

24 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor, photographer Todd Glaser tells about his path from humble beginnings to traveling the world with Kelly Slater o...

062 – Surf News, November 18, 2014

18 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott catch up on the incredible event that was first jewel of the Triple Crown, Kelly Slater’s announc...

061 – #TOURNOTES with Peter King

10 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

#TOURNOTES! It’s the dessert course after every ‘CT event. We’ve been hyping the series since it launched nearly 2 years. David even makes a cam...

060 – Surf News, November 4, 2014

05 Nov 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Is Kelly “Jedi-Mind-Trapping” Gabby and Mick? These two podcasters think so! What is the Titan of Mavericks, and who? Is Scott endangering people’...

059 – Timmy Curran

27 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

For today’s episode of Surf Splendor we bring you conversation with the limber, graceful, and innovative goofy footed pro surfer who inspired and pa...

058 – Surf News, October 20, 2014

21 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

While watching the final of the Rip Curl Pro, David and Scott discuss the highs and lows of the event. They then continue the debate about the decreas...

057 – John Van Hamersveld

14 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Today we chat about the evolution of one man’s career; about growing up surfing in Southern California, how designing The Endless Summer poster led ...

056 – Surf News, October 7, 2014

08 Oct 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David & Scott discuss Kelly Slater’s wave pool, trespassing through private property to surf, John John’s mastery in France, the world title scena...

055 – Mickey Munoz: Part 2

29 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In our 2nd and final installment, Mickey Munoz tells us about his work stunt doubling for Sandra Dee in the film Gidget. We then have a discussion abo...

054 – Surf News, September 23, 2014

24 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back! In the midst of this “Gabriel the villain” controversy, Gabe runs over 2 people at Lowers and then Chris Ward’s daughter, Malia, p...

053 – Mickey Munoz: Part 1

15 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In part 1 of 2, Mickey unpacks his adolescence growing up in Malibu with shaping pioneers Joe Quigg and Matt Kivlin. He then tells us about the very f...

052 – Surf News, September 10, 2014

11 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott catch up on listener feedback and emails, mainly regarding hatemail directed towards Scott’s opinion about Gabe Medina playing the r...

051 – Surf News, September 4, 2014

04 Sep 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott catch up about their respective Hurricane Marie sessions, Scott campaigns for Gabriel Medina to play the role of the “Bad Guy” of ...

050 – Jason Baffa: Bella Vita

28 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Baffa, filmmaker known for Singlefin: Yellow and One California Day, has a new film entitled Bella Vita. The film follows surfer Chris Del Moro...

049 – Dan Malloy: Slow Is Fast

22 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In 2013 Dan Malloy embarked on a 700 mile bicycle trek along the California Coast. Along the way he worked with a variety of artisans, from farmers to...

048 – Surf News, August 13th, 2014

14 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott hail Tommy Carroll, applaud Luke Egan & Kelly Slater for bucking the man, plan a surf trip to North Korea, and much more! CATCHING UP ...

047 – Judgment: JFlo vs. Seabass

04 Aug 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Joined by former 11 year ASP judge, Erik Krammer, we attempt to examine the successes and pitfalls of how we evaluate the act of surfing, while anal...

046 – 1st Anniversary!

31 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

One year of Surf Splendor is in the books! Thank you all for being a part of this project. As a small token of celebration we present to you this bonu...

045 – Surf News with Tony Roberts for July 28, 2014

28 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome back surf photography icon Tony Roberts to hear his thoughts on the proliferation of GoPro cameras in the line-up, working with S...

044 – Surf News with Rezzy! for July 10, 2014

11 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David Scales is joined by Tom Rezvan for a discussion about violence in surfing, pro surfers with STD’s, surfing naked, Huntington Beach’s finest ...

043 – Richard Graham’s The Ride

01 Jul 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Graham discusses the founding of Surfing Magazine, his involvement in establishing the first international surf brands, and his new book The R...

042 – Surf News for June 24, 2014

25 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss Fast Eddie’s threat to the ASP, Freddy P’s un-sewn wild oats, Webland, Duke & Kook and more! Gossip Hour Kelly in Pumas an...

041 – Ben Aipa and the Sting

21 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Surf Splendor, we dissect the Sting surfboard and its design revolution during the mid 70s. Featuring interviews with Ben Aipa, Mat...

040 – Surf News for June 6, 2014

05 Jun 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott begin by recapping The Boardroom Show. Scott then shares about a luncheon he attended in 2012 with ...

039 – 5’5″ x 19 1/4″, The Chunk of Foam Challenge

21 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor, we dissect the board design and cultural revolution that was the …Lost Round Nose Fish 5’5″ x 19 1/4″. ...

038 – Surf News for May 13th, 2014

14 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss finless surfing, shark deterrent wetsuits, the Billabong Rio Pro, Dustin Barca’s bid for ...

037 – Cori Schumacher on the State of Women’s Surfing

09 May 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David Scales spends the hour with 3x Women’s Longboard Champion, Cori Schumacher. They discuss some of the challenges Cori faced as female professio...

036 – Surf News, April 29, 2014

30 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss the Bells Beach event, the XXL awards, Sally Fitz & KFC, beer sponsors, Dukes & Kooks and much more! Recorded at the Surfing H...

035 – Steve Pezman of The Surfer’s Journal

25 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

The Surfer’s Journal is the pinnacle of thoughtful, meticulously curated, writing and imagery within the surf world. The publication was founded in ...

034 – Surf News, April 15th, 2014

16 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center in San Clemente. David and Scott discuss the Otis Carey lawsuit, the Margaret River event, the XXL...

033 – Zach Weisberg of The Inertia

08 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David sits down with Zach Weisberg to discuss his website The Inertia, its genesis and growth over the past 4 years, the importance of quality writing...

032 – Surf News, April 1st, 2014 with guest Sean Mattison

02 Apr 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David Scales and Scott Bass welcome Sean Mattison to discuss Kelly parting ways from Quiksilver, the life of Hobie Alter, Cape Fear, Margaret River, G...

031 – Josh Martin and the Legacy of Martin Shapes

23 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Martin discusses shaping surfboards, his father Terry, and the legacy of Martin Shapes with Hobie Surfboards. Roger Hall explains the Hot Curl Sh...

030 – Surf News, March 18 2014

19 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss their new asymmetrical surfboards, racism in surfing, Bangladeshi female surfers, and much more! Kelly’s Car Gets Vandalized...

029 – Quiksilver Pro Snapper Recap, 2014

13 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest Paul Staurch joins us to discuss the 50th anniversary celebration of the Endless Summer. Then David Scales and Scott Bass discuss the Qu...

028 – Surf News, March 4th 2014

05 Mar 2014

Contributed by Lukas

We’re pleased to have special guest Johnny Kessel in studio today. He shares his harrowing story of being lost at sea just a few days ago! Then Davi...

027 – Anatomy of a Surf Trip: Bocas del Toro, Panama

27 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a surf trip to the island chain of Bocas del Toro off the Caribbean coast of Panama. Former pro surfer and ASP judge, Erik Krammer hosts a...

026 – Surf News February 18th, 2014

19 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Bass and David Scales discuss Equality for the Women’s Tour, Lewis Samuels, Bat Tails, The Polarity of Adriano, plus the Duke and Kook of the ...

025 – A Portrait of Tony Roberts: a life in filmmaking, photography, and surfing

10 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Roberts opens up about his life’s work producing over 20 surf and skate films, earning numerous cover shots, traveling the world and trying to ...

024 – Chris Taloa on Localism at Lunada Bay & Surf News with Scott Bass for Feb 4th, 2014

04 Feb 2014

Contributed by Lukas

As a follow up to the discussion in our last episode about the localism at Lunada Bay, we begin today’s episode with an interview with Chris Taloa, ...

023 – Surf News, January 22nd, 2014

23 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss recent big wave activity around the Pacific, localism at Lunada Bay, the passing of Bruce Jones, and the changes for 2014 ASP ...

022 – Donald Brink, Hand-Shaped Hydro Crafts

20 Jan 2014

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Surf Splendor for 2014. We’re launching the new year with a discussion with surfboard shaper Donald Brink. Donald is renowned for hi...

BONUS – Hindsight 2013

30 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

 David reflects on Surf Splendor in 2013 and talks about upcoming shows for 2014. Also, we introduce a new game, “Guess Whose Instagram!” Thanks ...

020 – Pipe Masters Recap

16 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss the pivotal moments that contributed to one of the greatest days ever of competitive surfing. Here’s the link to all the hea...

019 – Surf News, December 12th, 2013 with David Scales and Scott Bass

13 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss the culture of the North Shore, a mid-Pipe Masters recap, the Surfer Poll awards and much more. WELCOME TO PARADISE, NOW GO TO...

018 – Surf News with David Scales and Scott Bass, December 3rd, 2013

04 Dec 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott catch up on a variety of topics from Dane trying to requalify to the wipeout of the year at Jaws. Click “PLAY” and enjoy! RED BULL...

017 – Rich Harbour of Harbour Surfboards

25 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Rich Harbour still toils away in his shaping bay at 329 Main St, Seal Beach, California. He’s been there for 51 years, which makes it the longest co...

016 – Surf News with Scott Bass, November 21st, 2013

22 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

In this supersized version of Surf News, David and Scott break down this weeks biggest stories. Is Sunny Garcia a one-trick pony? Will Fukushima destr...

015 – Aloha, Buttons

11 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Montgomery Ernest Thomas Kaluhiokalani, better known as Buttons. The stories here within are told by his li...

014 – Surf News with Scott Bass, November 1st, 2013

02 Nov 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David and Scott discuss Maya Gabiera’s wipeout at Nazare, Carlos Burle’s potential record breaking ride at Nazare, the Pipeline Season opening swe...

013 – Shaun Tomson: A Candid Conversation About The Code

28 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David spends an hour with Shaun Tomson discussing his new book, The Code, and the events in his life that inspired its writing. Shaun opens up about t...

012 – The Fin Project and Surf News with Scott Bass

21 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

We start today’s show with David discussing The Fin Project with Timothy Hogan. Secondly, we let you listen to a preview of next week’s episode, A...

011 – Shapers Series: Robert August & Charlie Smith

14 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David talks story with Robert August & Charlie Smith. Robert talks about his father’s relationship with Duke Kahanamoku, leaving school in pursuit o...

010 – BONUS Surf News 10/10/13

10 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

David & Scott discuss the Mick & Gabe final in France, Parko getting pushed by judges and slapped by a bodyboarder, Dave Wassel vs. Tahiti, and much m...

009 – Quiksilver Pro Recap with Chad Wells

05 Oct 2013

Contributed by Lukas

We’re bringing you another BONUS episode discussing the Quiksilver Pro France. David is joined by guest co-host Chad Wells to dissect the stories an...

008 – Shapers Series: Santa Cruz Board Builders

30 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

As part of our ongoing Shapers Series, we bring you conversations with 4 of Santa Cruz’s finest board builders: Steve Coletta, Michel Junod, Ward Co...

007 – Hurley Lowers Pro Recap with Scott Bass

19 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Surprise, surprise! Here’s a bonus episode for you. David Lee Scales & Scott Bass sit down to discuss the Hurley Lowers Pro 2013. In case you didn’...

006 – Five Summer Stories

16 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re bringing you Five Summer Stories that represent an eclectic cross section of our sport. We open the program with the harrowing tale ...

005 – BONUS Episode – Surf News with Scott Bass

01 Sep 2013

Contributed by Lukas

LISTEN IN ITUNES We’re introducing a new format this week. We sat down with Scott Bass from Down The Line Radio to simulcast a show covering the cur...

004 – Shapers Series: The Untold Story of Tom Parrish

26 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in iTunes From working with Gerry Lopez during the Lightning Bolt era to co-founding one of the 5 major surfwear brands to abandoning the su...

003 – The Art & Business of Surf Photography

12 Aug 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in iTunes. I can think of few art forms that are more valuable to me than Surf Photography. It has shaped my life and continues to do so daily....

002 – Shaper’s Series: Eric Arakawa

29 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Listen or subscribe on iTunes. I was excited to interview Eric Arakawa. I grew up watching Andy Irons shred on Eric’s boards and I knew that he was...

001 – A Candid Conversation with Chris Cote

23 Jul 2013

Contributed by Lukas

Listen or subscribe on iTunes  Welcome to our first episode of Surf Splendor. We had the first 5 episodes slated for launch, but after interviewing ...