Best Count The Dings Podcasts (2025)

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Is Society Shortening Lives? The Lifespan Inequality Crisis | Dr. Tyler Evans 40:34

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Extending our healthy years isn’t just about eating well and exercising — it’s also about the systems around us. Social policies, public health programs, and access to care all play a huge role in how long and how well we live. In this episode, we look at what it takes to improve health for everyone, everywhere. We each have personal choices to mak…

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Cinephobe Ep 285: Pootie Tang 1:44:14

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⁠Watch this week's Look At This Photograph on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes sit down with titan of journalism Bob Costas to discuss Cinephobe's impact on the culture. So wa-da-tah my damies, sine your pitty on the runny kine. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Surfing news roundup 10/02/2025 - The hurricane & wave pool edition 6:25

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This week, hurricanes are doing what hurricanes do—whipping up swell, wrecking homes, and causing mayhem on both coasts. We talk about the recent East Coast chaos, collapsing homes on the Outer Banks, and SoCal’s own hurricane-fueled swell rescue tally. Plus: - A billionaire wants to build a surf park... in El Segundo?! - Oceanside’s long-delayed w…

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Surf insurance, anyone? Cause this episode is dinged. 5:32

2h ago5:32

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What do a rogue shortboarder, some rusty rebar, a clumsy friend, and a sister-in-law have in common? They’ve all left dings on my surfboards—and not one of them came with an insurance payout. So today, we’re asking the question: why the hell isn’t surf insurance a thing? In this episode, we dig into the unspoken etiquette around paying for repairs.…

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How to wipe out without wiping out 7:39

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Show me a surfer who’s never eaten it, and I’ll show you a liar. In this episode of The Wipeout Weekly, we’re diving headfirst (not recommeneded) into one of surfing’s most underrated skills: the art of the wipeout. We’ll cover what causes wipeouts (and why it’s not always your fault) and how to fall with grace (or at least without injury) Bonus: w…

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Top 5 Shawn Levys 52:05

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Watch this episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes choose their Shawn Levys, people that they absolutely hate, whether rational or irrational. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Rewatchingtons, Ad-Free Episodes, Extended Cold…

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200th episode: What’s next for The Wipeout Weekly + introducing Sunday Surf Poem (this time on a Monday) 6:59

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Can you believe it? 200 days, 200 episodes. From surf etiquette to deep dives, kook-splaining to culture shifts—we’ve covered it all. And now, we’re teasing what’s next… In this special milestone episode, we indulge in reflection on the journey so far and share a sneak peek at what’s ahead: - The All Things Surf Directory (coaches, jobs, retreats &…

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Hey Zuz, I am confused: Is a zero wave count normal? 3:29

2d ago3:29

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Oh, the shame. This one’s for every surfer who’s come out of the water with a big fat zero on the wave count. One of our readers wrote in: “Hey Zuz, I went out and caught zero waves. Is that… normal?” The short answer? Yes. The long answer? Also yes—but let’s unpack it.

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Surfing Malibu: What beginners should know 6:37

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Malibu isn’t on our list of best beginner surf spots—and for good reason. It’s chaotic, crowded, and famously not beginner-friendly. But it’s also Malibu—home of First Point, longboard heaven, and the birthplace of modern surf culture. In this episode, we break down what it’s really like to surf Malibu: First, Second, and Third Point explaine When …

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The Friday Mailbag - Filibuster Bluth 1:20:25

7d ago1:20:25

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Eden, Mo, Zach, Katie and Mayes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Mailbag LIVE on YouTube every Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Do you feel more qualified than some of your friends for their jobs? If basketball was invented tomorrow, would it become popular? Why does Paul Boehl only have one pair of underwear? All those questions answered, and so much more. Patreon Ex…

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The Power of Cycling: Low-Impact Cardio for Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins 8:57

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Cycling plays multiple roles in our quest to live longer, healthier lives. Both indoor and outdoor riding builds cardiovascular health, strengthens the lower body, and protects joints. In our latest Move for Life episode, Peter Bowes is joined by Ageless Workout fitness experts Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna to explore the pros and some of the co…

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The quiet one: Pat Curren 5:17

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Surfing has never lacked big characters—loud, brash, full of stories. But this week, we talk about someone different: Pat Curren. A big-wave pioneer, big wave gun shaper, and quiet force in the lineup, Curren was the definition of strong and silent. From flipping beers at Waimea to building surfboards like weapons, Pat didn’t say much—but when he d…

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Cinephobe Ep 284: True Memoirs of an International Assassin 1:49:57

8d ago1:49:57

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Watch this week's Look At This Photograph on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes publish their TRUE podcast in the NON-FICTION category and it changes their lives forever. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Rewatchingtons, Ad…

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Surfing news roundup September 09/18/2025: Feel-good news only this week! 4:41

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It’s been a good week in the world of surfing, and we’re here for the good vibes only. In this episode, we’re spotlighting four stories that’ll restore your faith in surf humanity: North London gets its first surf lake! Enfield Council approves a 100-acre inland surf facility. Surf school changes lives in Queens. Meet the man behind free lessons, w…

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Look away if you want to live: a bit on target fixation 5:19

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If you’ve ever been run over, run over someone else, dinged a board, or had yours destroyed in a surf collision—this episode is for you. We’re talking target fixation: that sneaky brain glitch where you stare at the very thing you’re trying to avoid… and then crash right into it. From dropping in on strangers to nose-diving into sandbars, it’s not …

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Do surf skates actually help you surf? 5:38

7d ago5:38

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Surf skates: Are they the miracle cross-training tool Reddit makes them out to be… or just overpriced beach path wiggle machines? In this episode, we go down the surf skate rabbit hole. A little history (hello Dogtown), a little tech (front trucks that pivot like whoa), and a lot of opinion. We talk what surf skates are great for (spoiler: not padd…

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What surfing means when it says ‘Backdoor’ 4:58

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Ah yes—Backdoor. Not that Backdoor, you filthy animal. And not just Pipeline’s famous right, either. This episode breaks down what it means to “backdoor” a wave, how it’s connected to the fabled North Shore break, and why it’s not for the faint of heart. We paddle into the history of the Backdoor Shootout—Da Hui’s infamous (and independently wild) …

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Welcome to surf progress hell! 5:20

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You paddle out feeling hopeful… and paddle back in feeling like you’ve never surfed a day in your life. No progress. No plateau. Just pure regression. Sound familiar? In this episode, we unpack those frustrating sessions that leave you questioning everything. We’re talking about the science behind skill regression, learning plateaus, and why your b…

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Hey Zuz, I am confused: I posted on Reddit...let me stop you there 4:07

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Ever turned to the internet for a little surf etiquette advice… and left feeling like you got drop-kneed in the soul? Yeah. Same. In this episode, we dive into what really happens when you post a photo of a near-collision on Reddit—thinking you did everything right—and the crowd decides otherwise. Suddenly, it's not just your angle or turn up for d…

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The Friday Mailbag - Don't Be That Dolphin 1:18:01

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Eden, Mo, Colin and Mayes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Mailbag LIVE on YouTube every Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We develop and cast the Pablo Torre mini series, fast tracking for a prestige Emmy run it next summer. Who would be the most fashionable animal? Is a pickle cooked? How early do you arrive for an important video call meeting? Patreon Exclusive: All F…

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How Walking Can Help You Live Longer and Healthier | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins 13:30

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Let’s go for a walk! In this episode we explore the benefits of a daily activity that most of engage in – if we can - without thinking. It certainly doesn’t require a gym membership or special equipment. Fitness coaches Nate Wilkins and Shebah Carfagna explore evidence that regular walking supports cardiovascular health, cognitive function, mood, a…

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Where the hell do I put my keys? Or the ultimate guide to robbing a surfer 4:54

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Surfing is hard. But what’s even harder? Figuring out where to stash your keys, phone, and valuables when you paddle out. In this episode, we dive into the age-old surf conundrum: how to keep your stuff safe while you’re getting salty. From lockbox hacks and Faraday pouches to diaper disguises and hiding your bike key in the sand (don’t recommend),…

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Cinephobe Ep 283: War 1:53:44

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Watch this week's Look At This Photograph on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes are riding their motorcycles from the Triad district to the Yakuza district in order to recover some valuable thowwbwed statues. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings P…

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Surfing news roundup September 09/18/2025: Kite world record, Australia wins big, Santa Cruz is surf-rich 4:53

15d ago4:53

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Not much surf news this week—or at least not the kind we usually cover. But a few stories still had us yelling “wait, what?!” 🏄‍♂️ Dane Henry leads Australia to ISA gold with a near-perfect performance and a ridiculous heat total. 🪁 Jake Scrace gets towed 1,587 feet into the sky by a paramotor and sets a new kite surfing world record. 💸 Santa Cruz …

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Surfing the Waves of Life: Natasha's story 4:59

15d ago4:59

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In this episode of Surfer Girl Stories, we meet Natasha from the Netherlands—a lifelong waterwoman whose path through surfing, yoga, and healing led her to create Tasha’s Surfcamp. Natasha shares how the ocean was both her joy and her sanctuary—through childhood adventures in sailing and surfing, through the loss of her mother, and through the lone…

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Well, lads, it’s only a wee bit of drowning, no?: A brand new surfing memoir book review 4:07

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What happens when a former Obama speechwriter takes up surfing… and nearly drowns? In this episode, I review It’s Only Drowning by David Litt, a brutally honest and unexpectedly funny memoir about learning to surf, battling depression, and getting help from the last person you'd expect—his daredevil brother-in-law. I have never written a book revie…

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Top 5 We Have ___ At Home - Part 2 54:35

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Watch this episode on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes bring in the king of 7-Eleven himself, Snacky Tuna for more of the off-brand version of the real thing. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count The Dings Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Rewatchingtons, Ad-Free Episodes, Extended…

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Are you and your surf spot okay? 6:06

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Can you really be in a “relationship” with your surf spot? We think so. In this episode, we dive into what makes a wave feel like “the one”—and when it might be time to break up. We talk outgrowing breaks, bad vibes and localism, hazards that kill the fun, and the tricky question of whether the problem is really the spot… or you. Because at the end…

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Hey Zuz—I am confused: Am I too old to try surfing? 4:34

18d ago4:34

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In this episode of Hey Zuz—I’m Confused, we tackle one of the most heart-tugging questions we’ve received. A reader, 57 going on 65 health-wise, wonders if she’s missed the surfing boat—especially after seeing all those inspirational reels of women learning to surf later in life. And we tell her the truth and only truth.…

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You're gonna paddle into what?! The story of Jaws, Pe'ahi and Atom Blaster 5:24

19d ago5:24

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What makes Jaws—Peʻahi, on the north shore of Maui—surfing’s most feared and celebrated big wave? In this episode, we trace its history from Gerry Lopez’s “atomic bomb” moment to the tow-in revolution with Laird Hamilton, Darrick Doerner, and Buzzy Kerbox. We look at the sailboarders who first charged it, the tow-in surfers who proved just how mass…

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Push-Ups: The Ultimate Whole-Body Exercise | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins 12:40

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Push-ups are a simple, equipment-free exercise and a practical tool to promote everyday health. Sometimes dismissed as old-school, they help us with whole-body strength, stability, and even longevity. In our latest Move for Life conversation with the Ageless Workout’s Shebah Carfagna and Nate Wilkins we dissect form and safety, emphasizing glute an…

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Somerset mum bitten by the surf bug, but it all ends okay 3:20

20d ago3:20

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Meet Katherine: a 37-year-old mum from rural Somerset who didn’t grow up near the ocean, doesn’t consider herself sporty, and yet—has somehow fallen completely in love with surfing. It all started with a camping trip to the Gower, a borrowed foamie, and a bold “why not me?” moment. In this episode, Katherine takes us through her first awkward pop-u…

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Cinephobe Ep 282: The Internship 2:04:22

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Watch this week's Look At This Photograph on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Zach, Amin and Mayes are googling google for a job that will allow them to leave their days of selling watches, mattresses and rascal scooters behind them for good. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CINEPHOBE MERCH STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Check it out here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/CTDMERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Count Th…

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Surfing news roundup September 09/11/2025: Super Girls, sewage, sharks & Ron Jon 5:22

21d ago5:22

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It’s a packed week in surf. The Super Girl Surf Festival returns to Oceanside Pier for its 19th year, bringing 170+ of the world’s best female surfers, 10 sports, and 17 free concerts (yep, Lupe Fiasco, Plain White T’s, and more). Across the Atlantic, the English Interclub Surfing Championships were canceled mid-event after a sewage overflow red-fl…

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Where the hell are you supposed to sit in the lineup? 5:56

22d ago5:56

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Today, we’re tackling the eternal question: Where do you actually sit to catch a wave? Not in the DMV-style lineup you’re imagining—but in the ever-shifting, often awkward dance of surf positioning. We talk peaks, shoulders, A-frames, etiquette (yes, again), and how to tell if you’re sitting in a good spot… or just floating out to sea. Whether you’…

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Conversation: It's only drowning after all with David Litt 1:03:04

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David Litt—former speechwriter for President Obama and author of Thanks, Obama—never thought he’d surf. Then one day, he did. And another. And another. In this episode, we chat about David’s funny, brutally honest new book It’s Only Drowning, which chronicles his totally uncalled-for decision to learn to surf, culminating in a trip to the North Sho…

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The Cinephobe Glossary 2:11:51

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Zach, Amin and Mayes go back in time to explain inside jokes, references and terminology from the first 149 years of Cinephobe, to help listeners clarify where they originated. If there are any jokes or terms that you feel like we missed and would like more information on, tweet us, email us, or leave a review Join the Count The Dings Patreon for e…

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Out of the whitewash, and into the green room off we go 7:19

24d ago7:19

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It’s time. Time to paddle past the foam and into the deep end. In this episode, we’re talking about the biggest shift in beginner surfing: catching your first unbroken wave. What changes when you leave the whitewash behind? Pretty much everything.

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Hey Zuz—I am confused: A foamie or a hardtop for a beginner like me? 3:33

25d ago3:33

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Welcome to our brand-new segment: Hey Zuz – I Am Confused, where we tackle your most urgent, chaotic, and occasionally contradictory surf dilemmas. This week’s question: “I’m buying my first-ever surfboard. Some say foamie. Some say hardtop. WHAT DO I DO?”

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Jeffreys Bay—the second-best wave in the world, for the insane 4:23

26d ago4:23

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This week, we’re headed to the legendary right-hand point breaks of South Africa to explore one of the most iconic (and sharky) waves on Earth: Jeffreys Bay. From the dolphin-filled lineup to the muscle-clenching Supertubes section, we unpack what makes J-Bay the second-best wave in the world—right after Pipeline.…

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The Friday Mailbag - Something Resembling A Sandwich 1:17:04

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Eden, Katie, Zach, Emily and Mayes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Mailbag LIVE on YouTube every Friday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Boehl presents a truly horrifying piece of evidence that calls into question how sparsely you can fulfill the requirements of a definition. Zach's on the road and wants to know how the gang feels about rest stops. What witchy/wizarding po…

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The Smart Deadlift: Technique, Moderation and Mobility | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins 9:16

27d ago9:16

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The deadlift, long seen as a raw test of human strength, has evolved from ancient feats of lifting stones and heavy objects into a cultural symbol of resilience, power, and mastery over one’s own body. Slightly less grand, yet no less important, it is best seen as a foundational movement for longevity and everyday function. The deadlift teaches us …

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Equal dibs in surfing: are we dreaming? 6:58

27d ago6:58

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This week’s episode dives into one of the most idealistic, misunderstood, and hotly debated ideas in surf culture: equal dibs. You know, the idea that everyone in the lineup—regardless of experience, age, gender, or board—deserves a fair shot at catching waves. 🫶 But… do they really?