Join Brad Wells of Thank You Surfing in Season 3, Episode 5 when Scott from IWS Miami hosts Taylor, Theo, Daniel, and Aden from the FIU Surf Club to explore the changes in the surf industry and culture since the 1980’s. Recorded on June 27, 2024, this episode examines the decline of surfing’s cultural relevance, shares Miami surf stories, discusses the impact of fashion trends, and highlights the sense of community within the surfing world.
Available on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, and ThankYouSurfing.com.
Timecodes
00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:36 Meet the Guests: FIU Surf Club and Island Water Sports
03:29 The State of Surfing Today
04:05 Challenges in the Surf Industry
13:59 Surf Culture and Its Evolution
18:32 Personal Surfing Journeys
33:53 Reflecting on Childhood Surfing Memories
34:28 Challenges of Getting Kids into Surfing
35:04 The Allure and Struggles of Surfing
36:33 The Surfing Community and Its Appeal
37:55 Creating a Welcoming Surf Shop Environment
39:45 Surfing Etiquette and Respect
41:01 Supporting Beginners in Surfing
42:43 Diversity in the Surfing Scene
46:32 Organizing Surf Trips and Adventures
50:39 The Future of Surfing
59:01 The Importance of Surfing Community
01:05:13 Conclusion and Farewell
