We interview the best surfers in the world and the people behind them, so surfers can learn ways to improve their own surfing. The podcast is targeted to open-minded surfers who want to improve and progress their surfing as well as enhance their surf longevity & health. Each interview will educate the listener on ways to refine and progress their surfing and/or increase their surf longevity.
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141 Stop Paddling for Waves - The Beginner Surfing Advice Nobody Gives You Surf Mastery Podcast Download What if catching more waves as a beginner had less to do with paddling harder, and more to do with timing and wave selection? Many beginner surfers waste energy chasing every patch of whitewater, only to miss waves, struggle to stand up, and finish each session feeling frustrated. In this…
What if the biggest difference between an average surfer and a great surfer isn't how they ride waves, but how they see them? After nearly five decades in the ocean, Shane Dorian has learned that surfing mastery isn't built on athleticism alone. It's built on observation, patience, awareness, and thousands of hours spent studying the ocean. In this conversation, Shane pulls back the curtain on the…
139 Play Forever with Dr. Kevin Stone: Healing, Longevity & the Future of Joint Health Surf Mastery Podcast Download What if the key to recovering from injury and surfing well into your 80s isn’t resting more… but learning how to “play” better? Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine pioneer Dr. Kevin Stone explains why movement, balance, community, and even fun itself may be some of the most…
138 From Obsession to Awareness: How Great Surfers Evolve with Coach Chris of The Surf Continuum Surf Mastery Podcast Download What if becoming a better surfer isn’t about catching more waves - but about thinking differently in the water? In this episode, Coach Chris from The Surf Continuum unpacks the deeper layers of surfing that often go unnoticed: the philosophy behind progression, the…
137 James Russell - Mad Surf Stories Surf Mastery Podcast Download What would you do if one wild surf story could change how you travel, train, and survive in the ocean? Michael talks with author James Russell about the real spark behind his podcast; Mad Surf Stories - those unforgettable car park conversations where local surfers share the kind of stories that never make the mainstream. From…
136 Why Surfers Don’t Come Out of Barrels (And How to Fix It) - The Neurology of Tube Riding Surf Mastery Podcast Download https://surfmastery.com/barrel-mastery-academy What if the reason you can’t come out of the barrel has nothing to do with courage or experience, and everything to do with your brain? Many surfers believe that getting barreled is purely about skill, timing, or bravery. But if…
135: From Presidential Speechwriter to Surfer – David Litt Surf Mastery Podcast Download What happens when a former White House speechwriter, who’s written for presidents and packed auditoriums, decides to humble himself in a cold New Jersey lineup at 35? David Litt isn’t your typical surf author. He joined the Obama White House at just 24 and became one of the youngest senior presidential…
You’re NOT Too Old for Surfing: How Aging Can Actually Improve Your Surfing Surf Mastery Podcast Download Are You Really Too Old to Surf - Or Just Believing the Lie? Feeling slower in the water, stiffer in the joints, or unsure if you’ve aged out of the sport you love? What if it’s not your body that’s holding you back, but your mindset? Surfing is often seen as a young person’s sport, but that…
133 Why Good Surfers Think Like Stoics, and How Stoic Philosophy Can Make You a Better Surfer Surf Mastery Podcast Download What if mastering the waves has less to do with technique, and more to do with ancient philosophy? Whether you're paddling out for the first time or carving your hundredth wave, frustration, fear, and unpredictability are always part of the ride. In this episode, host Michael…
132 The Only Way to Get Better at Surfing: Obsess Over It Surf Mastery Podcastt Download Are you ready to transform your surfing in 2026 by going all in - completely obsessed, fully immersed, and totally committed? This is the ONLY way to truly improve. If you're feeling stuck in your surf progression or yearning to break through to the next level, this solo episode with host Michael Frampton…
