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Surf Splendor

David Lee Scales
Surfing
Surf Culture
Surfboard Shaping
Surf Industry
Surfboards
Surf Rider Foundation
California
Surfboard Design
Surf Photography
Hawaii
Big Wave Surfing
Environmental Activism
Board Building
Sailing
Professional Surfing
Santa Cruz
Encyclopedia Of Surfing
Newport Beach
Skateboarding
Lauren Hill

Conversations and stories about surfing. www.SurfSplendorPodcast.com email: hello@surfsplendorpodcast.com

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Paul Strauch passed away this past weekend, at peace, at home with loved ones, comfortable and with his beloved Hawaiian music playing by his bedside. His daughter Summer said, “I asked my dad recently what he would want to say to everyone when he st... more

In today’s show board builder Eden Saul explains his shifting manufacturing practices in response to erratic US tariffs, injury’s endless travails on a shaper’s livelihood, the blessed gift of finding a committed apprentice, the scary first step of s... more

Legendary pro surfer Rob Machado is widely regarded as one of the most influential and stylish surfers of all time. But Rob’s relationship with and impact on surfing and the ocean run much deeper than his professional career.

In this episode, Rob sh... more

Today’s episode features a conversation between Gerry Lopez and early Hawaiian surf pioneer Paul Strauch. Strauch thanks Lopez for preventing crowds at Sunset, discuss the virtues of surfing pre-leash, reflect on the deeply integrated influence of Du... more

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Recent Guests

Eden Saul
Australian board builder known for Dead Cooke's
Dead Cooke's Surfboards
Episode: 591 - Eden Saul: Dead Kooks
Rob Machado
Surfing legend, environmental advocate
Rob Machado Foundation / Surfrider Foundation
Episode: 590 - Rob Machado | The Surfrider Podcast
Gerry Lopez
Mr. Pipeline, surf legend and first guest on Pod Aloha, introduced with a long history of influence on the sport
Surf world icon
Episode: 589 - Gerry Lopez: PodAloha with Paul Strauch
Greg Noll
Legendary big-wave surfer and shaper
Surfing Hall of Fame / Shaper
Episode: 588 - Greg Noll: PodAloha with Paul Strauch
Skip Frye
Independent thinker, legendary shaper and surfer
Shaping Bay, Wind and Sea Club
Episode: 587 - Skip Frye: PodAloha with Paul Strauch
Roger Hinds
Renowned surfboard shaper with over 55 years of experience crafting handcrafted surfboards.
Roger Hinds Surfboards
Episode: 585 - Roger Hinds
Jeff Divine
Iconic surf photographer known for his work in the 70s and 80s.
Jeff Divine Photography
Episode: 580 - Jeff Divine
Max Stewart
Board builder and owner of iSymmetry Surfboards
iSymmetry Surfboards
Episode: 579 - Max Stewart: Eye Symmetry Surfboards
Matt Warshaw
Author and founder of the Encyclopedia of Surfing
Encyclopedia of Surfing
Episode: 578 - Matt Warshaw

Host

David Scales
Host of Surf Splendor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Pro Aloha series

    Enjoying the Pro aloha series. Those guys were made of different stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    squakback
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wisdom and water

    Just listened to Devon Howards podcast. I found it very moving and helpful to me personally. The wisdom from this earlier generation - my generation….

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Surfer
    Australia9 months ago
  • Meh

    Good guests, appreciate effort. Bad interviewer- way to generation ‘aa’ or whatever lol

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    541red
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thanks

    Thank you guys.

    I’ve been on, what I call, the great grandfather diet. If he didn’t eat it. I don’t.

    It’s been 4 months. Never felt better. Seriously. And I’m 51.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brn Wlkr
    United Statesa year ago
  • Maikaʻi kau hana

    Kauaʻi series absolutely EPIC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nāpali
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is valued for authenticity and quality storytelling, though a minority feel the interviewer could be more engaging.
Guests are described as insightful and inspiring, with a strong sense of surf culture and history.
A few reviews point to desire for more diverse guests and lighter humor in some episodes.
Many comments highlight guest diversity and the depth of technical discussions on boards and design.
Listeners praise in-depth, thoughtful interviews with veteran surfers and shapers.
Overall, feedback skews highly positive with appreciation for content depth and guest caliber.
Positive notes frequently mention the host's respectful interviewing style and industry expertise.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#97
Argentina/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#184
Ireland/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

591 - Eden Saul: Dead Kooks
Q: How do you balance custom work with growth, and what target production rate keeps you sustainable?
Maintaining around 20 boards per week keeps Eden in the shaping bay enough while allowing time for admin and design refinements, preserving craft and personal touch.
591 - Eden Saul: Dead Kooks
Q: What was the impact of shifting production abroad on the business, and how is provenance tracked now?
The move to Moonlight with Tommy Kroll signs boards, creating a clear source for each board and maintaining quality, while easing travel and scaling production more efficiently.
585 - Roger Hinds
Q: What volume are you riding nowadays?
I have no idea what volume is; I've never got my head around that one.
578 - Matt Warshaw
Q: What are the risks of having surf history chronicled by a single man?
It's a great question. So, first, I'll actually start... I'll state... Let me tell a story to answer your question.
579 - Max Stewart: Eye Symmetry Surfboards
Q: How do you define quality in surfboard manufacturing?
Max admits that it's hard to define but emphasizes the importance of high-quality materials and craftsmanship.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Surf Splendor

What is Surf Splendor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, long-running series focused on surfing, its people, and the culture surrounding the sport. Episodes frequently center on legendary shapers, photographers, filmmakers, historians, and athletes, offering deep-dive conversations about board design, evolving tech, sustainability, and personal journeys within the surf world. The show stands out for its mix of historical context and contemporary insights, often featuring guests who helped shape surfing's culture and industry, along with voices exploring new directions like finless riding, environmental activism, and storytelling through film. Potential listeners can expect in-depth storytelling, technical conversations about boards and design, and a strong sense of surf lineage, com... more

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Recent guests on Surf Splendor include:

1. Eden Saul
2. Rob Machado
3. Gerry Lopez
4. Greg Noll
5. Skip Frye
6. Roger Hinds
7. Jeff Divine
8. Max Stewart

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