
Welcome to The Insiders. Join Darren Broadbridge and Matt Hayes in 'The Insiders,' a podcast that takes a candid look at the world of surfing. With their years of experience in the industry, Darren and Matt provide insider knowledge and expertise on everything from foam, liters, fin setups, shapes, and more. They've seen the industry from the inside and continue to watch it from the outside, shari... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessSports | |||

Episode 162 - World Champ Special - The Return Of Kings & Queens.
Guess who's back... Not 1, but 4 world champs in 4 days. Yes I think the WSL done that on purpose but we all loved it!
What do we think this means for the 2026 tour? Is it lining u... more
Episode 161 - An Honest Review Of Lost Shore Wave Pool + More!
Ever driven 10 hours for waves? Ever done it knowing the waves are happening no matter the forecast? Well Matt has now.
Matt & a crew drove from Newquay to Edinburgh for guaranteed wa... more
Episode 160 - Ryan Burch Masterclass + Can You Watch To Much Surf Content?!
New episode, a classic, where we talk about some of the best new clips and edits that are dropping online as well as the latest insider news and our surf mishaps too!
Eve... more
Episode 159 - WHAT THE F**K JUST HAPPENED?!
Wow. With no WSL Championship tour we were worried the surf world might feel a bit sleepy but that is not the case!
In this episode we have a lot to talk about! At the time of recording the CRAZY incide... more
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Better than any over surf podcast or surf media I’ve listened to. It’s amazing to have an insight of the minds of some of the best surfers/shapers in the world.
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The content primarily covers the nuanced aspects of surfing, shedding light on numerous subtopics ranging from equipment, such as different surfboard designs and fin setups, to broader themes like the surfing lifestyle and culture. The conversations are characterized by a blend of technical discussions, personal anecdotes, and insights from industry insiders, thus appealing to both surfing enthusiasts and professionals. With co-hosts who have extensive backgrounds in the surf industry, the discussions often reflect a passion for the sport and a deep understanding of its evolution. Notably, the show brings in guests like professional surfers and surfboard shapers, further enriching the content with diverse perspectives about the surfing worl... more
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