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Looking Sideways Action Sports Podcast

Matthew Barr
Snowboarding
Surfing
Patagonia
Skateboarding
Action Sports
Climate Change
Capitalism
Photography
Filmmaking
Philanthropy
Environmental Activism
Christmas
Climate Crisis
Bipolar Disorder
Mental Health
Here, Hold My Kid
Laura Crane
2023 Highlights
Personal Growth
Motherhood

Presented by Matt Barr, Looking Sideways is a podcast about the best stories in skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing, and other related endeavours. www.wearelookingsideways.com

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Latest Episodes

Going Off!, the snowboarding history podcast conceptualised and presented by Jen Sherowski and Tricia Byrnes, is a brilliant concept.

Each episode, they take key stages in snowboarding's history and development and dip into their enviable black book... more

Wildlife filmmaker and presenter Dan O’Neill has spent his career exploring an important question: who gets to tell the story of a wild place? And that’s one of the key themes of this conversation, recorded live at Kendal Mountain Festival in Novembe... more

If you’ve spent any time on the internet recently you will have no doubt seen the man in the pink hat, Johno Verity.

As it happens, Johno is one of my oldest and dearest friends. We first met back in 1998, in the first weeks of my first season in Me... more

What happens when you achieve everything you want in life, as musician Liam Ivory of Maribou State has, and still find yourself with an itch that remains unscratched?

That's the question at the heart of my conversation with the brilliant Liam, one h... more

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Recent Guests

Jen Sherowski
Snowboard journalist and storyteller, and co-creator of Going Off!
Episode: Episode 266: Jen Sherowski and Tricia Byrnes - Going Off!
Tricia Byrnes
Snowboarder who won the 1992 US Open halfpipe and represented the United States at the 2002 Olympics
Episode: Episode 266: Jen Sherowski and Tricia Byrnes - Going Off!
Dan O'Neill
Field biologist, wildlife filmmaker and presenter
Self/Independent producer
Episode: Episode 265: Dan O'Neill
Johno Verity
The Man in the Pink Hat, guest discussing his career and fame
The Man in the Pink Hat persona, related to action sports and social media presence
Episode: Episode 264: Johno Verity - The Man in the Pink Hat
Liam Ivory
One half of Maribou State, UK musician
Maribou State
Episode: Episode 263: Liam Ivory - Maribou State
Julie Maughan
Activist and campaigner connected to Dirty Business (Heather Preen's story)
Activism around privatized water/public health
Episode: Episode 262: Julie Maughan and Chris Hines - Dirty Business
Chris Hines
Environmental activist and longstanding campaigner involved with the Dirty Business story
SAS / environmental activism
Episode: Episode 262: Julie Maughan and Chris Hines - Dirty Business
Calum Macintyre
Campaign founder of Ski Fossil Free
Ski Fossil Free
Episode: Episode 261: Calum Macintyre - Ski Fossil Free
Nikolai Schirmer
Professional skier
Ski Fossil Free (campaign collaborator)
Episode: Episode 261: Calum Macintyre - Ski Fossil Free

Host

Matt Barr
Host of Looking Sideways Action Sports Podcast, founder of Looking Sideways media.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 699 ratings
  • I love this!!

    I love love love this podcast! It’s both educational and enjoyable and it touches your soul. Will listen forever ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SurfAimee
    United Statesa year ago
  • Crazy

    I found this pod cause of the Tommy Guerrero interview and not only is it the worst Tommy interview. It’s gotta be the worst interview of all time

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    niknametookforever
    United Statesa year ago
  • Top pod

    Grounded real talk with the big hitters

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adamjfisher
    Mexico2 years ago
  • Always an interesting conversation

    Matt’s chats are spot on. Everything from the relaxed and informed nature of the topics to the lovely guitar riff jingle makes this a heartwarming and inspirational listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the smiddy
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Unmissable

    Not only does Matt Barr get hold of some of the most interesting voices in board sports - he also manages to turn every interview into deeply human, connected conversations. Old school and big hearted, every episode offers a fresh perspective. Recommended listening for everyone, even armchair surfers like myself. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kasper Michael
    Denmark4 years ago

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the show is noted for its long-form, nuanced discussions, though some listeners wish for more diverse Type 2 guests.
listeners praise the host's deep prep and conversational style, calling episodes insightful and human.
guests are described as fascinating and varied, expanding beyond board sports to cover activism, storytelling, and culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 266: Jen Sherowski and Tricia Byrnes - Going Off!
Q: What does snowboarding not want to remember?
Byrnes points to snowboarding's racing and competitive roots, as well as some dated styles and attitudes from earlier eras, including anti-female and homophobic elements.
Episode 266: Jen Sherowski and Tricia Byrnes - Going Off!
Q: So have you, other than the fact that no one remembers the same thing, one thing the same way twice? Like, has it taught you anything about like, how we reckon with our past as a culture?
They explain that they attribute recollections to their sources and cross-check stories against other people and surviving artifacts. Memories can be self-mythologizing or mistaken, and gaps in magazine archives make corroboration difficult, so they invite listeners to contribute corrections and context.
Episode 258: Alice Sainsbury - Design Justice
Q: What would you like people who've listened to this to take away from our conversation?
To start questioning their biases and their very humanness, and to recognize the interdependence in community and approach solutions collaboratively.
Episode 256: Axel Pauporté - Europe's Freeriding Pioneer
Q: What's your biggest takeaway from your snowboarding career?
Winning the King of the Hill in Alaska and the experiences filming with Absinthe were key highlights for me.
Episode 252: Ed Templeton - Work Works
Q: In 15 years, what would be a good situation? Where would you like to be?
In 15 years, the best case scenario would be to have a stable income and possibly retire by buying a house in Amsterdam, but still be involved in Toy Machine.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Looking Sideways Action Sports Podcast

What is Looking Sideways Action Sports Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, story-driven show that explores action sport culture through long-form conversations with athletes, filmmakers, activists, and creatives. Episodes commonly center on personal journeys, industry dynamics, and broader social issues—ranging from sponsorship and activism to ethics, accessibility, and the evolving role of governance in sport. A standout is the host's ability to connect intimate, human narratives to larger cultural and environmental themes, often weaving historical context with current debates. Listeners can expect thoughtful, unhurried interviews that mix behind-the-scenes industry insight with emotionally engaging storytelling, making it appealing to fans of snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing, and related subculture... more

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Recent guests on Looking Sideways Action Sports Podcast include:

1. Jen Sherowski
2. Tricia Byrnes
3. Dan O'Neill
4. Johno Verity
5. Liam Ivory
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7. Chris Hines
8. Calum Macintyre

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