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The Surfrider Podcast

The Surfrider Foundation
Surfrider Foundation
Climate Change
Coastal Restoration
Ecosystems
Hurricanes
Nature-Based Solutions
Plastic Pollution
Los Angeles Fires
Imperial Beach
Water Quality
Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary
Lahaina Fires
Water Quality Monitoring
Tijuana River
Environmental Crisis
E. Coli
Hydrogen Sulfide
Contamination
Public Health
Montauk

The Surfrider Podcast dives beneath the surface of today's most pressing coastal environmental issues. Each episode takes you beyond the headlines to explore the compelling stories behind Surfrider’s mission to protect our ocean, waves, and beaches — from the plague of plastic pollution to the coastal impacts of climate change. Join us as we spotlight the extraordinary people who power Surfrider’s... more

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Latest Episodes

Despite federal environmental rollbacks and budget cuts to NOAA and EPA, the Surfrider Foundation secured more than 40 coastal victories in 2025 — proving that grassroots activism and community-level action can still deliver real results for ocean pr... more

The January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires didn't just devastate communities — they unleashed a cascade of toxic contamination into Southern California's coastal waters. When flames consumed over 16,000 structures in the Palisades and Eaton fires, they c... more

When half of America's beaches could vanish by 2100, what's the solution? Join Surfrider’s Climate Action Program Manager Carla Avila-Martinez and Coasts & Climate Initiative Sr. Manager Emma Haydocy as they reveal how Surfrider's network is restorin... more

In this episode, we explore Surfrider’s decades-long campaign against offshore drilling and the devastating environmental costs of our dependence on fossil fuels with Surfrider CEO Dr. Chad Nelsen and Surfrider’s Ocean Protection Manager, Pete Stauff... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Chad Nelsen
CEO of Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation
Episode: Making Waves in 2025
Miho Ligare
Senior Manager for Surfrider's Plastic Pollution Initiative
The Surfrider Foundation
Episode: Making Waves in 2025
Pete Stauffer
Ocean Protection Manager for Surfrider Foundation
Surfrider Foundation
Episode: Drilling is Killing: Surfrider’s Fight Against Offshore Drilling
Violet Sage Walker
Chairwoman for the Northern Chumash Tribal Council
Northern Chumash Tribal Council
Episode: Drilling is Killing: Surfrider’s Fight Against Offshore Drilling
Shaun Thompson
1977 surfing world champion
Episode: Surfrider's History: From Malibu to the Halls of Congress
Chad Nelsen
Current CEO of Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation
Episode: Surfrider's History: From Malibu to the Halls of Congress
Mara Diaz
Water Quality Manager and resident of Montauk
The Surfrider Foundation
Episode: “The End”: Montauk, Activism, and Conservation with Taylor & Liev Schreiber
Paloma Aguirre
Mayor of Imperial Beach and former competitive bodyboarder
Episode: The Most Polluted Beach in America
Kimberly Dickson
Owner and physician at South Bay Urgent Care and resident of Imperial Beach
Episode: The Most Polluted Beach in America

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David Scales
Host of the podcast, regularly engaging with environmental issues and leading discussions on various topics related to coastal advocacy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Keep it coming!

    Loved the first episode! Looking forward to hearing more about diverse and underreported issues.

    Awareness is the first step towards progress, so thank you for spreading the word!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taylor Monney
    United States9 months ago
  • Great information!

    Thank you making this podcast! So glad to see Surfrider sharing the important information impacting our coasts and oceans! Very engaging podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jr_shreds_the_gnar
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the focus on raising awareness about underreported environmental issues.
Many express gratitude for the informative content that engages them in meaningful conversations about coastal protection.

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Apple Podcasts
#153
Japan/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#181
Spain/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#197
South Africa/Sports/Wilderness

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Making Waves in 2025
Q: How has the environmental policy changes altered Surfrider's way of operation?
Project 2025 has disrupted many established norms, creating uncertainty that has required Surfrider to adapt their strategies.
Making Waves in 2025
Q: What were some of the major roadblocks that you encountered this year?
The biggest challenge has been the federal government's actions, particularly cuts to NOAA and funding for coastal resilience.
Drilling is Killing: Surfrider’s Fight Against Offshore Drilling
Q: What methods are used for cleaning up oil spills?
Containment is the first step, followed by physical removal from beaches which is a complex and challenging process.
Drilling is Killing: Surfrider’s Fight Against Offshore Drilling
Q: Is there a benefit economically for domestic oil drilling?
No, the primary beneficiaries are the oil companies, not the American economy or coastal communities.
Drilling is Killing: Surfrider’s Fight Against Offshore Drilling
Q: Is offshore drilling more problematic than onshore drilling?
Yes, offshore drilling is more problematic because it is harder to stop and clean up spills due to the unique dynamics of the ocean.

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1. Dr. Chad Nelsen
2. Miho Ligare
3. Pete Stauffer
4. Violet Sage Walker
5. Shaun Thompson
6. Chad Nelsen
7. Mara Diaz
8. Paloma Aguirre

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