WSL's Dave Prodan on big changes for 2026, Caio moves on, possibility of a JJF return, and much more...

There is something about a shaper that rips. I believe most of us are drawn to that --I know I am. Lots of names pop up, Mike Estrada, Ryan Sakel, Michael Baron, anyway, you get the idea... too many to name. ha. Nick Ferreira falls into that category.

Mitchell Rae may state his occupation as a ‘surfboard shaper’ on those forms at the airport, but his iconic boards with distinctive ‘spirit eyes’ are so much more than just foam and fiberglass. It should also read ‘artist’, ‘sculptor’, ‘scientist’, ‘designer’, ‘diviner’ and many other strings to his craftsman’s bow.

Chemistry Surfboards owner and shaper Jason Bennett discusses the state of the surfboard industry, including disruptions such as Black Monday and Covid.

International traveler, scribe, author, surf historian, editor, writer of screenplays... and hardcore surfer to the bitter end! On this edition of hte Boardroom Podcast... Mr. Sam George.

The world's most underrated shaper? 2X East Coast Shape-off winner and runner in the Boardroom Show Icons of Foam Shape-off honoring Wayne Lynch -- Mr. Jordan Brazie.

The most interesting man in surfing. Randy Rarick discusses the John John Florence world championship parade, Rabbit Kekai, Toes Reef and much more.

Matt Biolos talks about the upcoming Tahiti Paris 2024 Olympic surfing competition, Twinzers, legends and other assorted topics. One of the most influential surfboard builders in the world. His influence goes beyond the highly important surfboard designs – which are of course world class (I’ve owned three ….Lost Surfboards by Matt and all of them surfed incredible). The…Lost brand that he and Mike Reola have crafted over the past three plus decades speaks to the number one buzz word in lifestyle marketing: authenticity. Matt and Mike lived it. They still live it. They understand the space because they are at the epicenter. On this episode of the boardroom podcast Matt Biolos. Let us begin.

This story is really a dream. OR it speaks to the power of dreams. One man’s dream that became a reality. That man’s name is Paulo: Paulo Roberto Sciamarelli. In some ways his story is about focus. Focus on a dream. It will eventually manifest. “If you believe you deserve it, the universe will serve it.”

Bob McTavish, The Boardroom International Surfboard Show's Icon of Foam for 2024 – Gregarious, filled with stories and fun insights. An absolute legend. Greenough was the seed for the shortboard revolution and McTavish the tree that sprung to life from that seed. Australia's Surfing Life magazine selected McTavish as the "Most Influential Shaper of All Time" in 1992; four years later he was inducted into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame.

Randy Rarick is a plethora of information and insight regarding literally everything in surf culture. Enjoy as we discuss Kelly Slater's retirement, surfboard design, George Downing, Bob McTavish Gerry Lopez, and much much more.

The October 7th terrorist attacks in Israel has of course changed everything. That includes surfing. We discuss with Israeli surfer and surf industry businessman Lior Zimmerman.

Gary Linden is well-known for his big wave surfing and shaping prowess. He's also the foremost expert on Agave surfboards. In this episode of the Boardroom Podcast Gary talks Agave, Balsa and the always interesting Volume vs. Thickness debate, and much more.

Damian Cole, environmentalist, surfer, producer of bamboo surfboards (Varuna Surfboards) with an edge toward cutting edge performance. Damo, also the son of iconic surfer/ shaper Maurice Cole, offers insights into the fine-tuned bamboo board building process, his background in the oil industry, and much much more.

Kyle Knox and a crew of buds recently encountered a pod of Orcas while on a downwind run (foils). We discuss that adventure, his upbringing as a young pro in the late 90's / early 2000's and a whole lot more.

Skye Walker is a muralist with an interesting back story. I'm sure you've seen his work even if you didn't realize it, or you may be wearing a tee shirt with his art on it right now. Oh, he's a frothing surfer too. This episode of the Boardroom Podcast, muralist Skye Walker.

Christian Beamish is a surfboard craftsman with a historic bent -- always looking to the past to envision the future. A fun discussion about design, and what's next.

Shea Somma is a surfboard shaper from SLO area. His "Best In Show" entry at The Boardroom International Surfboard Show won 1st Place in 2023. We discuss surfboard shaping, Bonzers, getting into the business, the craft, tools necessary and a bunch more surfboard related discourse.

Cyrus Sutton Story teller. Eco Entrepreneur? Super smooth goofy foot surfer originally from Orange County, now living in the pacific Northwest; Old soul. Young heart. Deep thinker.

Barton Lynch. 1988 ASP/WSL World Champion. Intelligent, opinionated, and a seeker. Lynch wisely admits he might not have all the answers and he would love to chat with the person that does. We talk, Vans Pipe Masters, Olympics at Teahupoo, Kelly Slater, the North Shore Season and much more! Give it a listen. Barton's a gem.

Smart, passionate, sincere and with deep experience as a surfer lifestyle proponent, Matt George offers engaging insights. Let us begin.

Josh Peterson is one of the eight shapers competing in the Icons of Foam Shape-off honoring Bing Copeland at the Boardroom Show this year. From Va. Beach to Portugal, it’s been quite a ride so far, and I say “so far” because there’s a lot more happening for Josh Peterson of Peterson Surf Craft. Humble, talented, focused. On this episode of The Boardroom Podcast …surfer/shaper Josh Peterson, let us begin.

A surfboard shaper since 1967, Greg Loehr worked for Dick Catri, Natural Art, Ocean Avenue, and Fox. He began making boards out of styrofoam blanks and epoxy resin in 1981, and helped create a stronger, and lighter alternative to the standard polyurethane foam/polyester resin board. In 2004, Surfing magazine named Loehr as one of the "Top Ten Shapers of All Time," noting that, because of his willingness to try new materials, "nobody's done more for the future of surfboard design."