Surf Talk Podcast. Scott Bass and David Lee Scales discuss all the latest news, gossip, rumor, and innuendo running through the surf industry and their local line-ups. www.SurfSplendorPodcast.com/category/spit/
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss kook slams, the anomaly of the current North Shore activity, the perils of kitesurfing, how Julian will win the world title this year, and Curren playing jazz at...
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045 – Spit! August 25, 2015
Our 100th episode! Pop the champagne! Pat yourself on the back. In today’s show we discuss how Scott and David are the Easy-E and Dr. Dre of the surf podcast game, surfer’s horrible musical preferences,...
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044 – Spit! August 11, 2015
David and Scott catch up and discuss their respective surf travels during the past month before discussing Fanning’s shark attack, Snowdonia, surf fashion, motocross at Teahupo’o, the US Open, and much more. Enjoy! JBAY Mick...
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043 – Spit! July 6, 2015
David and Scott discuss the sorry state of surf filmmaking, and the few glimmers of hope. Kandui? Or Nokandui? We discuss the NFL’r who just wants to shred, we preview J-Bay, and share the heartwarming...
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042 – Spit! June 23, 2015
In today’s show, David and Scott discuss spectacle that was the Fiji Pro, Guiness record setting group surfing, Target taking over surf, Tom Curren bodyboarding, JFLO’s faceplant into the reef, a new dimension in surf...
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041 – Spit! June 9, 2015
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss photographer’s infighting, Texas wave parks, Sally’s win with a ruptured ear drum, where Kelly’s wins went, and much more! Dig in! PHOTOGRAPHY RIGHTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA Steele Fires...
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040 – Spit! May 26, 2015
David and Scott discuss the Rio Pro pandemonium, the $20 million StabMag purchase, Banting dethroning Slater, why Filipe is greater than Kolohe, oil spilling kooks, Spindle Flipping dukes, and a surf photographer’s Ted Talk. Put...
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039 - Spit! May 12, 2015
Here's a bonus sized episode for you. We cover the WSL's bid for the Maverick's permit, the massive Puerto Escondido swell, bid a fond farewell to brother Barney, discuss opening day in Rio, take a Stab in the Dark, call out Dukes and Kooks, and learn about A Fisherman's Son! As if that's not enough show for you, we close the show with a conversation with Dr. Rey Banatao about Entropy's bio-based surfboard resins. It's a jam packed episode. Can ya dig it?
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038 - Spit! April 28, 2015
In today's show David and Scott recap the Western Australian leg of the Tour, discuss man-scaping with Kelly and Gabe, 65 year old's getting pitched over the falls at Puerto, and proper parenting techniques coming out of Baltimore. Oh yeah, Duke's and Kook's, Must-See Moments and much more. Enjoy!
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037 - Spit! April 14, 2015
We open today's show discussing a couple insightful emails from listeners who know much more about our show topics than we do (no sarcasm intended!). We also analyze the WSL going into what looks to be a phenomenal forecast at Margaret River and coming off of two lackluster events. We're thrilled to announce the addition of Puerto Escondido to the Big Wave World Tour and the "Badcast" to the world of surf commentary. We close out the show with our Must-See Moments and David provides this week's Duke and Kook. Enjoy!
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036 - Spit! March 31, 2015
CEO's are getting clipped. Sharks are getting jumped. South African's backhand the BWWT. The NY Times chimes in on the Brazilian Storm. Kelly invests in yet another business venture and Playmates are hosting surf trips! Not to mention we've got Dukes, Kooks, Must-See Moments and oh so much more! Dive in! The water's warm.
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035 - Spit! March 17, 2015
No Pipe Masters?! It could happen. David and Scott uncover a juicy saga that may lead to the unraveling of the WSL. In the 2nd half of show 1976 World Surfing Champion, Peter Townend, joins that show to share his insight into the state of professional surfing. The guys also recap all the turmoil that was the Quiksiver Pro Snapper. Brace yourself. Much to take in. Enjoy!
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034 - Spit! March 3, 2015
David and Scott discover the burgeoning surf scene in South Korea, celebrate the Maui surf community, petition surf access in Morocco, analyze the success of our inaugural Fantasy Surfer club, and discuss all the glory and horror of the WSL. Enjoy!
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033 - Spit! February 18, 2015
Spreading rumors, what we're riding, Noa Deane talks sobriety, Kelly's birdie, Pay-Per-View surfing, Dukes, Kooks, and so much more. It's a plentiful week for Surf Splendor. Get it while it's fresh. Enjoy!
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032 - Spit! February 3, 2015
We spend the first half of today’s show chatting with Firewire CEO Mark Price about board construction, rumors of Kelly Slater’s investment in the brand, and upcoming trends in board building materials. In the second half of the show David and Scott discuss the Volcom Pipe Pro, pro surfers getting smashed on rocks, Jamie Brisicks’ latest book “Becoming Westerly Windina”, Duke and Kooks and much more. Enjoy!
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031 - Spit! January 20, 2015
We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover the details of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, Bruce Irons and Mason Ho's RC car races, Zoltan's kickflips, Kelly's rumored involvement with Firewire, and Miki Dora's personal attack against David. That's right, huge drama this week in surfing and we get to the bottom of it all. Enjoy!
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030 - Spit! January 6, 2015
Dane Reynolds is pregnant. Kelly Slater has a Master's Degree. Gabriel is NOT the first Brazilian surf champ. We uncover some hard truths in the first show of 2015. Enjoy!
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029 - Spit! December 17, 2014
With 5 consecutive lay days at the Pipe Masters, David & Scott take the opportunity to dissect the controversial trials event, rounds 1 & 2, and the unbelievable free surf session that took place 10 minutes after they called off the event. Tons of drama has unfolded, some featuring Bruce Irons, Jamie O'Brien, Pancho Sullivan, and the World Title contenders. Enjoy!
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028 - Spit! December 2, 2014
In today's episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott break down the upcoming Pipe Masters event and the recent report of the ASP operating at a $30 million loss. Yikes! From the forecast, to the trialists, the injuries, and all the rumors swirling around The Rock, we've got the full scoop. Enjoy!
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027 - Spit! November 18, 2014
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!
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026 - Spit! November 4, 2014
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!
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025 - Spit! October 20, 2014
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!
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024 - Spit! October 7, 2014
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!
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023 - Spit! September 23, 2014
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.
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022 - Spit! September 10, 2014
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!