In today's episode Scott and David recap the Vans Pipe Masters, the successes and failures of the format, the blow-ins being blown out, the total absence of the much hyped aerial component, how the females stole the storyline, the welcomed fresh breath of the commentary team, and how being aggro only works if it helps you win. Happy Holidays and enjoy!

In today's episode David and Scott investigate the female pioneers of Pipeline, the shifting culture of Pipe's hierarchy, whether the chaos can ever be reined in, how it's all shifted into a financial commodity, and how the same things have happened to our childhood surf brands. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and much more. Enjoy!

In today's episode an expected mid-show phone call from Erik Logan demystifies (or doesn't) the controversy surrounding all the 'CT male surfers withdrawing from the Vans Pipe Masters, Kelly and JJF included! Scott and David then discuss JOB's continual script flip of how to surf professionally, Carissa Moore's astounding earnings, Bruce and Bobby's refreshing yet damning straight talk, and how the only Waimea event this year is gender exclusive. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David recap the last run of swell in So Cal and discuss surfers getting hooked from the pier by fishermen, surfers getting run over by jetskis, Scott becoming an Instagram influencer, why Hawaii will always reign supreme, and why a rock climbing gym will never rival Mt. Everest. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy!

In today's episode, Scott unpacks from last week's surf trip to Central America before the boys discuss the single greatest air ever done by a female and the heady rivalry it has ignited, Robbie McCormick's chances at the Pipe Masters, and then do an unexpected and totally uneducated tutorial on white colonialism and it's relation to localism in surfing. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David discuss Nathan Florence's wild foam ball wrangle in Ireland, the meaninglessness of Griff's sponsor swap, surfing's bold lie about straight airs, the utter futility of attempting to judge surfing, and pontificate about why it's never been a better time to be a viewer of surf films. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David scratch the empty corners of their brain's in an attempt to recall their single best sessions, they then marvel at the poetry of Kelly's, shame PEMEX for poisoning their beloved Punta Conejo, then Scott shares his recent board acquisitions and stories of his time working with Art Brewer at Surfer. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David celebrate the birth of the first surf television streaming network, critique it's first attempt at a travel surf show, celebrate seeing one of the world's best surfers at the world's best wave, question why innovation is so maligned by contest judges, and offer a peek into the sordid history and complicated sociological issues that afflict Oahu's Westside. Enjoy!

In a triumphant return, Scott back from The Boardroom Show, David back from wedding bliss, the boys recap their hectic hiatus and discuss the enduring youth and hi-pro relevance of Timmy Patterson, lament traveling with children, survey the new Pipe Masters invitee list, and make an early prediction for our 2023 World Champ. Enjoy!

In today's show David and Scott attempt to understand the ISA World Champs format, rewards, and unveil two additional ways for surfers to gain entry in the 2024 Olympics. They then celebrate the big winners of Stab's EAST, dig deeper into the designs and once again discover the value of working directly with a local shaper. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and more! Enjoy!

In today's episode Scott reveals the shapers match-ups for the Icons of Foam shaping competition, David unpacks the newly released 2023 'CT schedule, they both survey the ISA World Champs happening in HB, and lament the loss of 24 year old surf-skate prodigy Kalani David. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David recap Finals Day and the waves that hit Lowers the following days, they discuss the wacky math that enabled Steph to win her 8th, the deservedness of Filipe's 1st, they then survey the contrast of Greg Webbers conviction vs. wrongness, and the supremely odd yet intoxicating chemistry of Biolos + Brink. Enjoy!

Finals Day is upon us! Scott chats directly with WSL CEO Erik Logan to get the inside scoop on Finals Day, the Pipe Masters, the overall biz and more. And then Scott and David analyze each Lowers match, the really interesting forecast, and make their picks for the 2022 world champs. Enjoy!

In today's episode Scott reveals the new, completely restructured Pipe Masters while David debates it's strengths and weaknesses, they then recap the rise and fall of surf print media, the failed experiment of paying surfers millions of dollars, question Bobby's wisdom in turning down a $1.2 mil paycheck, and Scott preps for his podcast with ELO. Plus Dukes and Kooks. Enjoy!

Still reeling from the second best day of surfing competition of the 2022 season, Scott and David recap the amazing swell, the eight crucial storylines and moments of the day, the five disappointments of the day, and the crucial, unassailable, imperative for the WSL to run all events in high-quality surf. Enjoy!

Surprise surprise! Two episodes in one week! To make up for missing last week, Scott and David are bringing you a Tahiti Pro mid-event recap show and reminder to clear you calendar for the next 48 hours because the End Of The Road is about to go off. Enjoy!

In today's show David details "The Angriest Man In Surfing" saga, Scott explains his personal run-ins with the offender, and they unpack the ethical justifications and hypocrisy inherent in laying claim to a wave. They then unpack cases for and against the Hedgehog, question why Joel Tudor was watching the Duct Tape from down the beach, and Barton's beard gets measured against those of the world's best known dictators. Enjoy!

Hey all, David here just checking in to regretfully inform you that our whole house is down with Covid! It's a mild case. Everyone is already in recovery, but podcast production was interrupted by it. It looks like we should be back in full swing next week. We did publish an episode of Surf Splendor, so go grab that. Sorry to miss you. Much to discuss but we'll cover it all next week. Until then, Adios and Aloha!

In today's show David and Scott finally come up with a definitive definition for "style", explain why Russian bots may make the best surfing judges, offer advice for how to have real talk with your dad, question whether two shapers should ever marry, and celebrate Erin Brooks' road to the finals over a field of males at Padang Padang. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy!

In today's episode Scott and David discuss the ethics of asking a shaper to replicate another shapers board, recount Michael Ho's death defying Waimea shorebreak soul arch, confess to youthful kleptomania, and question the recent cancellation of Kook Of The Day. Plus Dukes or Kooks! Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David celebrate a wild week of massive south swell, they tell the history and story of Maalaea, how it became the focus of desire for generations of surfers, why it's so rare, and why kooks ought to steer clear. They also recap JBay, preview Teahupo'o, and start to plan for shredding into their 60s (Happy birthday Mike Ho!). Plus Dukes and Kooks. Enjoy!

In today's episode Scott yarns about his recent south-of-the-border sojourn, the boys recap day one of JBay, question where surfing's stylists have gone, shame VALs for getting deposited in quality surf, and Scott's son loses a heat to Kanoa's dad. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and more! Enjoy!

In today's episode David and Scott do a deep dive into the world of surfboard investing, they unpack ELO's (unintentionally) revealing interview with our colleagues at Lipped, survey the best surfing ever done by injured surfers, identify the most barreled human on the planet, and offer an early preview of JBay predictions. Enjoy!

In today's show Scott and David discuss Filipe finally getting recognition from the judges, Gabe's off-season affecting his on-season, and Kelly's revealing of his secret driver and his aim to dethrone top seeds at JBay and Tahiti. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and more! Enjoy!

In today's episode David reviews The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez, Scott reviews his Rainbow Quan, the boys then discuss the CT rankings leading into Rio, Slater's latest Lost Tape, and discuss the best duck diving techniques for three foot mushy So Cal surf. Enjoy!