In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott catch up on the incredible event that was first jewel of the Triple Crown, Kelly Slater's announcement about being a brand ambassador, electrified shark nets, Davo's DUI, and Dane Reynold's retiring Marine Layer. Plenty of hard facts and a bit of gossip, right now on Surf Splendor. Enjoy!

Is Kelly "Jedi-Mind-Trapping" Gabby and Mick? These two podcasters think so! What is the Titan of Mavericks, and who? Is Scott endangering people's lives by surfing leashless? Will Quiksilver be around in 12 months? All the answers will be revealed and you'll learn how to avoid getting punched in the head! So much surf talk and sensible advice crammed into one neat episode. Enjoy!

While watching the final of the Rip Curl Pro, David and Scott discuss the highs and lows of the event. They then continue the debate about the decreasing market influence of the professional freesurfer, where David provides a social media popularity analysis. David then unearths Scott's very first episode of Surfer Magazine's "In The Line Up" radio show, recorded on November 2nd, 2005. They chat about how the show began and how it's grown. They also discuss Alana Blanchard's nude pics (The Fappening!), Chanel's Surf Commercial (featuring Brazil's finest export, Gisele!), Kelly's 540 (The Huey Spin!), Dane's filmer punking David, and oh so much more!

David & Scott discuss Kelly Slater's wave pool, trespassing through private property to surf, John John's mastery in France, the world title scenarios, Dukes and Kooks and much more!

Welcome back! In the midst of this "Gabriel the villain" controversy, Gabe runs over 2 people at Lowers and then Chris Ward's daughter, Malia, pushes Gabe off a wave! We then recap the Hurley Lowers Pro including the ASP's (soon to be the WSL) attempt to fine Jordy $50,000 for wearing a Red Bull hat. Also, Kelly Slater dropped a new song, Point Break 2 invaded massive Teahupo'o, Bassy caught 100 waves in 7 hours. And we figure out who's a kook and who's a duke and much, much more! Enjoy.

David and Scott catch up on listener feedback and emails, mainly regarding hatemail directed towards Scott's opinion about Gabe Medina playing the role of the villain in the ASP. They then cover the attempt to ban SUP's in Hawaii, Scott's performance at the Surfaid Malibu Cup, Kelly's two new business ventures, Must-See Moments, Dukes and Kooks and much more. Enjoy!

David and Scott catch up about their respective Hurricane Marie sessions, Scott campaigns for Gabriel Medina to play the role of the "Bad Guy" of the WCT, and the they discuss why Cape Fear was better as a movie than a surf contest (awesome try though, Red Bull. Keep 'em coming). Plus so much more. Listen while it's fresh.

David and Scott hail Tommy Carroll, applaud Luke Egan & Kelly Slater for bucking the man, plan a surf trip to North Korea, and much more!

David and Scott discuss Fast Eddie's threat to the ASP, Freddy P's un-sewn wild oats, Webland, Duke & Kook and more!

In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott begin by recapping The Boardroom Show. Scott then shares about a luncheon he attended in 2012 with Ricky Grigg and talks about his passing. The guys then lament the Women's WCT, The Fiji Pro, and attempt to find a silver lining. The show wraps with Duke and Kook and Must See Moments.

In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss finless surfing, shark deterrent wetsuits, the Billabong Rio Pro, Dustin Barca's bid for mayor, the Duke and Kook, and much more.

David and Scott discuss the Bells Beach event, the XXL awards, Sally Fitz & KFC, beer sponsors, Dukes & Kooks and much more!

David and Scott discuss the Otis Carey lawsuit, the Margaret River event, the XXL awards and much more.

David Scales and Scott Bass welcome Sean Mattison to discuss Kelly parting ways from Quiksilver, the life of Hobie Alter, Cape Fear, Margaret River, Gossip Hour, Duke & Kook and more!

David and Scott discuss their new asymmetrical surfboards, racism in surfing, Bangladeshi female surfers, and much more!

Special guest Paul Staurch joins us to discuss the 50th anniversary celebration of the Endless Summer. Then David Scales and Scott Bass discuss the Quiksilver Pro Snapper event: the successes, the shortcomings, the gossip, the drama, and the incredible surfing.

We're pleased to have special guest Johnny Kessel in studio today. He shares his harrowing story of being lost at sea just a few days ago! Then David and Scott discuss Carissa ripping, Jordy tripping, capsized boats, the ASP and much more.

Scott Bass and David Scales discuss Equality for the Women's Tour, Lewis Samuels, Bat Tails, The Polarity of Adriano, plus the Duke and Kook of the week.

David and Scott discuss recent big wave activity around the Pacific, localism at Lunada Bay, the passing of Bruce Jones, and the changes for 2014 ASP World Tour.

David and Scott discuss the pivotal moments that contributed to one of the greatest days ever of competitive surfing.

David and Scott discuss the culture of the North Shore, a mid-Pipe Masters recap, the Surfer Poll awards and much more.

David and Scott catch up on a variety of topics from Dane trying to requalify to the wipeout of the year at Jaws.

In this supersized version of Surf News, David and Scott break down this weeks biggest stories. Is Sunny Garcia a one-trick pony? Will Fukushima destroy the planet? Is Greg Long the adventurer of the year? Quiksilver moons the ASP. Kook vs. Duke. And much, much more. Enjoy the show. Share your thoughts on each topic in the comment section below.

David and Scott discuss Maya Gabiera's wipeout at Nazare, Carlos Burle's potential record breaking ride at Nazare, the Pipeline Season opening swell, Tom Carroll's meth addiction, the One World Ranking, and the best songs ever! Click play on the episode and scroll down to see all the videos.

We start today's show with David discussing The Fin Project with Timothy Hogan. Secondly, we let you listen to a preview of next week's episode, A Candid Conversation with Shaun Tomson. Lastly, David sits down with Scott Bass for another episode of Surf News discussing the Rip Curl Pro Portugal, the recent rash of Shark Attacks, The World Title, JOB vs Ricardo dos Santos, Julian's Alley Oop vs John John's, the Rookie of the Year, and the Best Song Ever! It's a packed show. We hope you enjoy.