Beste Womens Surfing Podcasts (2024)

1
56. Surf, Protect, Repeat: Creating a Cleaner Ocean with Every Product Choice 52:24

12d ago52:24

52:24

Ever thought about what’s in your hair care and how it impacts the ocean you surf in? This episode with Kate Assaraf, founder of Dipalready.com, is a must-listen for anyone who loves beauty products and cares about the ocean and sustainability. Kate shares the story behind Dip’s eco-friendly body and hair oil—a “perfume with benefits” that’s as goo…

1
The Final Episode - Surf Hypnosis For You! 27:40

28d ago27:40

27:40

Are you ready to become your most confident, fluid, in-tune surfer? Go to 5:19 for a Surf Hypnosis Meditation - BUT NOT WHILE DRIVING! And now, a brief farewell, dear friends. I began these conversations three years ago with women surfers to find out if surfing had transformed them as profoundly as it had me. Check! It has been such a gift to inter…

1
55. From Frustration to Fun: A Flexible Approach to Difficult Surf Sessions 20:44

17d ago20:44

20:44

Surfing is hard—like, f*cking hard. It isn’t just a sport; it’s a journey of highs, lows, and everything in between. In this episode, we talk about how to cultivate a flexible mindset to keep your stoke alive—even on those tough days when nothing seems to be going right. I share a personal story from a recent surf trip to Baja where I faced unexpec…

1
54. Surfing, Scotch, and Sisterhood: Friendship and Adventures Down Under 47:57

1M ago47:57

47:57

In 2014, I moved to Brisbane, Australia, alone. Surfing was on the agenda, but I knew nobody and nothing about the Australian lineup. One evening, I made my way to the coast to meet a group of surfers the next morning. My anxiety of being alone in a new country quickly eased as I met my first friend: Christina. Now, ten years later, Christina and I…

1
53. Understanding Surfcraft: Elevate Your Surfing and Connect with Surf Culture 19:30

2M ago19:30

19:30

For a long time, I surfed without fully understanding the impact of my board’s design. I knew I needed a longboard to cross-step and nose ride, but the world of surfcraft always seemed distant, almost secretive. Once I started to dig in and learn about surfboard design, everything changed. It didn’t just improve my surfing—it opened up a whole new …

1
52. Becoming My True Self: A Womxn's Journey Towards Authenticity and Inclusion 42:54

2M ago42:54

42:54

With a single call to "the big dogs," Sasha Jane Lowerson set in motion a revolution for equality in competitive surfing. Despite her success in numerous competitions under her former identity of Ryan Egan, Sasha feared competing as a transgender surfer. Instead of letting fear take over, she embraced her true self and championed groundbreaking inc…

1
51. Beat Surf Slumps and Boost Progress with Your Surf Journal 18:34

2M ago18:34

18:34

Want to stay out of a surf slump, keep the stoke high, and make progress in your surfing? Start a surf journal! In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share how keeping a surf journal has been a game-changer for me. I’ll explain how I document my sessions, reflections, and surf goals in a cute, bright colored, A4 notebook, decorated with stickers…

1
49. Thank You for 50 episodes & 50K Downlaods! 15:05

2M ago15:05

15:05

After 4.5 years of running this podcast we've reached 50 Episodes and surpassed 50k Downloads! Thank you to our listeners, guests, friends and family for listening and supporting our show. I couldn't be more grateful. xo, Laura Day Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your contact info. Support the show Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing po…

1
50. Celebrating 50 Episodes of Knowledge, Culture, and Sisterhood 51:40

2M ago51:40

51:40

Try a membership at The Surf Société with 7 days free. Join us as we celebrate the 50th episode of Confession of a Surf Lady Podcast, and nearly 50k downloads! Tune in to hang out with me, Host Laura Day, and longtime listener, Surf Société Member, and surfy friend Diana Zalucky. Together, we reflect on the podcast's journey and our mission to empo…

1
48. Navigating Surf Relationships: Moving On from Toxic Groups and Negative Friends 17:01

3M ago17:01

17:01

The connection you have with your surf community directly shapes your surf experience. While being part of a surf group is important, it's even more crucial that the community aligns with your personal goals, motivations, and personality. In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share my personal journey in finding the right surf family. I discuss …

1
47. Breaking Down the Barriers in Surfboard Shaping 38:15

3M ago38:15

38:15

Growing up in Orange County, Ben loved to spend time in the water. However, as he grew up transgender, the revealing nature of swimwear eventually made him uncomfortable and led him to give up his time in the ocean. It wasn’t until he moved back to Orange County from San Francisco in 2010 that he was encouraged to get back into surfing. In San Fran…

1
46. Overcoming Ocean Trauma + Fear in the Lineup through Surf Mental Training 38:57

4M ago38:57

38:57

Whether it's navigating a competitive lineup or dropping into steeper waves, every surfer is bound to face fear in the lineup. But what happens when that fear becomes so debilitating that you can no longer enjoy your sessions? Meet Kim Chareonbood. Hypnotherapist, sports mental trainer, and Surf Guide at The Surf Société Community. Kim specializes …

1
45. Saltwater in the Blood: Easkey Britton visits The Surf Société 48:18

4M ago48:18

48:18

Have you ever experienced the poetry of surfing? The saltwater molecules enveloping your body as they break your fall from a wipeout, the energy of a wave curling up to greet you, propelling you down the line for a mere 10-15 seconds. The natural components of your local break that set the stage for play and connection with your best friends. In th…

1
44. Localism & Unsolicited Surf Advice: Navigating an Evolving Surf Culture and Growing Lineup 1:01:27

5M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Join our community The Surf Société with your first 7 Days FREE Improving your surf skills is no easy feat and learning from others is critical part of the process, but when does unsolicited surf advice cross the boundary from helpful to condescending? And are newer surfers listening to advice that concerns safety in the lineup? OR are they brushin…

1
43. Surf, Sustainability, and Stunning Post-Surf Hair: Dip's Eco-Friendly Revolution 37:30

5M ago37:30

37:30

Free Shipping: Shop Dip's after swim (and surf!) detangler bar and get FREE shipping when you use the code confessions at checkout. Finding plastic nurdles on the remote beaches of Sri Lanka left Kate Assaraf heart broken. Having grown up in New Jersey where seamlessly going from beach to nightlife was a part of summer culture, Kate never left home…

1
REWIND - Dr. Candice Myhre - Kauai, HI - From Season 1, Ep 2 1:11:24

6M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

REWIND UPDATE: Just a short 32 months ago (!!!) I interviewed the spectacular ER Doctor, Candice Myhre, who saves surfers and regular humans from death and destruction on the regular. In that episode, she mentioned a book she was planning to write, and now she’s done it! Well, ALMOST done it! Her manuscript for Sex, Surf, Sutures, Scars: A Surf Doc…

1
42. Surf Smarter: Your Guide to Reading the Break in Ten Minutes 21:09

6M ago21:09

21:09

Access the Read the Break Lesson 👉 HERE Here's why experienced surfers are catching more waves than you... While you think that crusty old guy is just taking his sweet time to sip his coffee, he's actually reading the break so he can create a game plan for his surf session. Spending 10 reading the break before you paddle out will allow you to obser…

1
41. The Women's Surfing Revolution: Meet Rising Star Reid Van Wagoner 23:28

7M ago23:28

23:28

At just 3 years old Reid Van Wagoner caught her first wave. She was hooked! Now 14, Reid is a surfing prodigy competing in both shortboard and longboard competitions, sometimes even in the same day! In this episode you'll meet the future of women's surfing. Reid shares her journey of growing up in a surfing family, how she balances life with being …

1
40. Returning Wave: Surfing, Filipino Culture, and Community 51:06

7M ago51:06

51:06

Meet Lynn and Sunkat, Filipina american surfers who grew up in both the states and the islands of the Philippines. In 2008 they began to bring donated surfboards and equipment back to remote island destinations, where surfing was usually only done by foreigners passing through. By donating recycled equipment to the local kids, and incentivizing the…

1
39. Surfboard Selection: A Surf Lady's Guide to Navigating Shop and Shaper Conversations 17:57

7M ago17:57

17:57

Participate in The Surf Craft Series at The Surf Société. Join now and get your first month free. Create an Account here. Have you ever walked into a surf shop and felt out of place? Traditionally there has been a major barrier to entry for women in surfing. This not only shows in the lineup but trickles all the way down to our experiences in surf …

1
REWIND - Aurélie Madec - The Very First Dropping In Podcast! 1:03:31

8M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

REWIND TIME! Two and a half years ago, I paddled through an impact zone of technophobia, stagefright, and impostor syndrome to launch an experiment called the Dropping In To Power podcast. My question: Had other women's lives been transformed by surfing like mine had, and did they want to talk about it, and did anyone want to listen? Yes, yes, and …

1
38. How to Cultivate Your Lineup Confidence 16:29

9M ago16:29

16:29

🌊 Host Laura Day shares insightful tips on cultivating confidence in the lineup. Learn about the pillars of mindset, knowledge, and sisterhood that can empower your surfing journey and practical tips that will leave you ready to charge in your next surf session. Main Themes: The Importance of Mindset in Surfing: "Your headspace and your mentality g…

1
"Auntie Mo" - Maureen McNamara - Maine 1:23:46

11M ago1:23:46

1:23:46

"Auntie Mo" - Maureen McNamara - Maine On Halloween of 2023, when Surfline shared her (now viral) video, we fell in love with a salty New England surfer hurling clean insults and sage advice to an offending “whippasnappa” in the lineup. “Auntie Mo” barreled into our hearts and has since graced our feeds with her elixir of deep surf knowledge, self-…

1
37. In Deep with Matt George: Challenging Misogyny through Surf Journalism 48:30

1y ago48:30

48:30

Despite facing misogyny prevalent in the surf industry, Matt George, a renowned surf journalist and Senior Contributing Editor at SURFER for over 35 years, has been an advocate for women in surfing. In his new book, In Deep, you'll discover an anthology of Matt's most influential articles and photographs, including stories about courageous women in…

1
Mermaid's Lament - Island of Hawaii 1:12:24

1y ago1:12:24

1:12:24

“Moments before drowning, she became the sea.” - Mermaid’s Lament In this episode, we temporarily ditch our surfboards and plunge into the raw power of the ocean, its intersection with salvation, and creativity. I talk with the director and stars of Mermaid’s Lament, a film about trauma, grief, resilience, imagination and…mermaids! Shot entirely on…

1
36. From Heartbreak to Healing: How Surfing Saved Me 46:26

1y ago46:26

46:26

How has surfing saved you? Meet Janina Casanova, a once rare-beach-goer from Southern California. From praying in Italian seaside chapels to finding solace in the waters of the Philippines, Janina embarked on a world-wide journey, in hopes of recovering from a broken marriage. Finding herself on a remote island in her homeland, Janina reconnects wi…

1
Victoria Feige, Vancouver and North Shore, Hawaii 1:17:26

1y ago1:17:26

1:17:26

Para surfer Victoria Feige, the winningest female adaptive surfer on record, unveils her inner nerd and offers us a breakthrough that will rock your world: a simple, visual explanation of the mechanics of the DUCK DIVE and WAVE MECHANICS. I promise, you will have an AHA moment! At heart, beyond her injury, Victoria is just a girl who LOVES to surf …

1
35. Love and the Lineup: Would you date another surfer? 38:56

1y ago38:56

38:56

Picture this: you and your boo paddling out and catching waves into the sunset. Sounds dreamy, right? Now picture this: your partner dropping in and turning all your waves into a party waves. In this episode you'll meet guest Anna, world traveler, social media manager, and surf tour operator who lives in Ecuador. Anna spent years backpacking until …

1
34. Waves to Wineries: A Baja Surf Adventure to Remember 51:46

1y ago51:46

51:46

Pull up a chair and join us in Baja, Mexico as we as we celebrate sisterhood and surf adventure on Surf Société's first trip. We'll drink wine and eat charcuterie after a surf at a secret spot, all thanks to Manny, our guide at Epic Surf Tours. Meet 4 members of The Surf Société: Farrah, Celia, Danyelle, and Jana. Coming together IRL for the first …

1
33. Brave Surfers and Chilly Waters: From Wollongong to Toronto 46:45

1+ y ago46:45

46:45

Surfing is an incredibly diverse sport, and in this episode we're bringing you two unique, but equally passionate surf lady communities: The Lake Surfistas from Canada and The Gong Gurfers from Australia. Meet Spence of the Gong Gurfers and Robin of the Lake Surfistas in this Party Wave podcast episode where we link across three timezones to create…

1
31. From Visualization to Victory: How Florida Surfer Joann Bolton Harnessed Surf Visualization to Win Her First Competition 41:03

1+ y ago41:03

41:03

Did you know you could meditate your way to better surfing? Yes, you heard that right! You can improve your surfing without even touching the water. In this episode, you'll meet Florida Surfer and Surf Société Member Joann Bolton. This incredible surf lady participated in The Surf Société's 21-day visualization challenge and wrote her custom visual…

1
30. Welcome to Season 4 of Confessions of a Surf Lady 10:21

1+ y ago10:21

10:21

Hey Lady! I'm your host Laura Day and I'm so stoked to have you here. We're back with an all new Season of Confessions of a Surf Lady for you. Tune into this episode for a quick note from me before you dive into a juicy Season 4! Episode Sponsor Confessions of a Surf Lady is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform…

1
Mindy Pennybacker - Oahu, Hawai'i 1:27:35

1+ y ago1:27:35

1:27:35

🏄‍♀️“Surfing well with a smile is the best revenge.” Mindy Pennybacker 🏄‍♀️ Mindy Pennybacker, lifelong soul surfer, author, journalist, and surf columnist for the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, just released the gorgeous tome, Surfing Sisterhood Hawaii, a history, celebration, and, really, guidebook for how women have ruled and can rule the waves! Her …

1
BONUS (RANT) EPISODE: Get Out Your Pom Poms! Women Pro Surfers Need Our Cheers, Today!! 30:40

1+ y ago30:40

30:40

One of the joys of women flocking to the water is how we are learning to cheer for one another. (I know, some of us, ahem, are still working on this on particular days and in particular conditions.) This is NOT something we are raised with, cheering for other women, especially successful ones. We come up against our own competitive feelings (no one…

1
Dr. Stephanie Han, Honolulu, Oahu 1:09:01

1+ y ago1:09:01

1:09:01

“To be in the water like this is to be in movement to a musical note, it is to be one with color while painting, to be with a line while drawing.” From the upcoming, Break. Dr. Stephanie Han, Korean-American author, educator, speaker and self-proclaimed “bad surfer” came to surfing with a dream - to stop the splintering of her family. Instead, the …

1
Melissa Volker, South Africa 1:17:07

1+ y ago1:17:07

1:17:07

Melissa Volker found a way to obsess about surfing in any conditions--by obsessing about writing about surfing! A mid-life blooming writer and water woman from South Africa, Melissa’s delicious fiction blends “surf noir” with “environmental romance suspense.” (Check out the addictive Shadow Flicker!) In our pod, we chat about the coastal topography…

1
Lena Siebertz, Cold Water Sirens, Northern Germany and Denmark 59:51

1+ y ago59:51

59:51

Lena Siebertz, founder of Cold Water Sirens, not only braves near-freezing conditions, but relishes them. In temps as low as 37F/2.7C, Lena is forging a community of feminist surfers in Northern Germany and Denmark to transform surf culture beyond the old competitive paradigm, using cold water as part of the reset. Lena and I bonded over surfing he…

1
Jade Chang Sheppard, Los Angeles, Oahu and Popoyo, Nicaragua 1:08:40

1+ y ago1:08:40

1:08:40

“If I didn’t have this fear, what could be better?” Jade Chang Sheppard has made it her mission to inspire women to ask and answer that question. On the surface, she seems to have fear *licked*. She built her own fortune in her 20s, birthed 3 gorgeous kids, had a successful marriage *and* divorce. She redesigned her life during a “mid-life awakenin…

1
Lifeguard Jessie Kilgour - Outer Banks, North Carolina 1:18:00

2y ago1:18:00

1:18:00

Are you a tasty treat for a shark during your period? Finally an answer to the question that plagues every woman surfer, at least once a month! Lifeguard Jessie Kilgour has a pretty strong take on the subject, but you’ll have to get to the end to find out. You’ll want to, though, as Jessie brings a fresh take on everything from where she surfs, to …

1
Injury Interlude -Sheila Takes A Fin to the Head and Has an Epiphany 22:51

2y ago22:51

22:51

What a start to Season 2! I had a serious surf accident last week with a major head trauma - so I thought, why not do a mini-podcast with a concussion!? This is a little "bonus episode" of me sharing the blow-by-blow of what happened, and the epiphany I had on the other side of the miracle. Coming soon: I have four *amazing* women lined up for podc…

1
Junko Yamasaki - New South Wales, Australia 49:42

2y ago49:42

49:42

Junko Yamasaki went on holiday to Australia from her native Japan at 20 years old, and never looked back. Breaking away from her culture’s traditional expectations, she trailblazed a life fueled by curiosity, compassion and courage. Over her 52 years, she has embodied many aspects of both personal and professional womanhood - daughter, sister, wife…

1
28. C'est La Vie! iaera surf w/ Clarissa Kusel 58:13

2y ago58:13

58:13

Join iaera surf's closing sale to get up to 50% off women's surfwear: iaerasurf.com/closing In this episode, we're celebrating C'est La Vie Part 2 but instead of celebrating a breakup (refer to episode 10 for C'est La Vie Part 1), we're celebrating the closing of my surfwear line iaera surf. In 2016, I (your host, Laura Day) created iaera surf, sur…

1
29. ✨An Update to my Listeners✨ <3 Laura Day 5:22

2y ago5:22

5:22

I'm closing my surfwear line iaera surf! Take advantage of our closing sale and Join the list:iaerasurf.com/closing Tune in to hear a couple of important announcements about the podcast, The Surf Société and iaera surf. Thanks so much for listening. I'm so grateful to have you here. Your Host, Laura Day Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your cont…

1
Surfer Stacey Mac - Costa Rica 1:10:58

2y ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Starting at 43 in Boston (!!!), Surfer Stacey Mac rocketed into a pro career as a SUP surfer, defining diehard as she chased hurricanes across state lines to hone her skills. A natural adrenaline junkie, Stacey funneled her focus into her newfound passion, creating a career as a competitor, judge and instructor and moving full time to Costa Rica. B…

1
Jenni Lund - Kona and Costa Rica 1:11:06

2+ y ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Jenni had become expert at many sports, vocations, missions, but, at 55, living in Hawai’i, she was still ruled by an old story of “I can’t surf, I’m too old to learn, it’s never going to happen.” When Covid hit, she found herself surrendered to the call she had been hearing her whole life, breaking through the fear and doubt, and committing. And d…

1
27. Personal Development, Evolution, and the Journey of being a Surf Entrepreneur w/ Brianna Ortega 43:01

2+ y ago43:01

43:01

Surfing is a journey and so is life as an entrepreneur in the surf industry. In this episode, we'll catch up with Brianna Ortega, founder of Sea Together Magazine and one of our very first guests here on Confessions of a Surf Lady Podcast. Tune in for a very open conversation between host Laura Day and Artist Brianna Ortega about the ups and downs …

1
Curvy Surfer Girl Elizabeth Sneed, Honolulu, Hawaii 1:27:23

2+ y ago1:27:23

1:27:23

Elizabeth has overcome so many obstacles on her shero’s journey to becoming the Curvy Surfer Girl - a harrowing childhood, very real near drowning, a landlocked life, and zero representation of surfers who look like her. She has not only returned from her ordeal with shining success, but she has brought back an elixir--her gift of inspiring and upl…

1
26. Living Legends: The Original Gidget, The Co-Director of the First Women's Pro Event, & a 2x World Champion from Hawaii Known for Her Fierce Style 42:12

2+ y ago42:12

42:12

Meet 3 living legends who paved the way for women's surfing in this sneak peek of exclusive events at The Surf Société. Kathy Kohner Zuckerman (The Original Gidget), Terry Eselun, and Lynne Boyer join us and share their experiences surfing in the '50s and '70s. Tune in to meet: Kathy Kohner Zuckerman - Kathy grew up learning to surf in Malibu in th…

1
25. Speaking Up for Lineup Safety w/ Farrah Monfort 1:05:04

2+ y ago1:05:04

1:05:04

The lineup can be a tough place. How do you express yourself when someone disregards safety and etiquette in the lineup? Do you feel the need to speak up or is paddling away more your style? In this episode, you'll hear about an incident that started with a board to the face, continued with a confrontation, and resulted in an ending you wouldn't ex…

1
24. Surf FOMO and Social Media: Surfing, Mom-ing, & Micro-Influencing w/ Ashley Neelands 51:27

2+ y ago51:27

51:27

There's a fine line between finding SURF INSPO and feeling SURF FOMO when it comes to Instagram. Which one do you experience the most when browsing the social media platform? In part 2 of our conversation on Social Media and Surfing, you'll meet Ashley Neelands: Surfer, Mom, & California Micro-Influencer. Since 2016, Ashley has been using Instagram…

Podcasts, die es wert sind, gehört zu werden

Womens Surfing Podcasts

Podcasts, die es wert sind, gehört zu werden

Kurzanleitung