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The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastJon Roseman – Tavarua’s Managing Director on the WSL Finals Fiji, Primitive surf camp beginnings of the island, Fijian future standouts, Why Cloudbreak always wins, the Perfect machine-like wave of RestaurantsRecorded on Tavarua ahead of the 2025 WSL Finals, Jon Roseman, Managing Director and Co-owner of Tavarua and Namotu Island Resorts, Fiji, joins The Lineup to talk about hosting the final-ever Finals Day in Fiji. He and Dave discuss the women pushing limits in Fiji, and the evolution of the resort from surf camp to world-class destination. Jon reflects on arriving in Fiji for “one week,” falling in love, and never leaving. He talks about the never-ending challenge of truly figuring out Cloudbreak, and the yin-yang of Restaurants’ perfection versus Cloudbreak’s unpredictability. He also shares insights on Fijian surfing’s bright f...
2025-09-011h 03
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastShaun Tomson – Jordy Smith’s Title Hopes, ‘77 World Champion, Surfing pioneer, and WSL co-founder on the 50th Anniversary of WSL, Cloudbreak vs. Teahupo’o, the Surfer’s Code, Bustin’ Down the Door, and Turning 70 and being fully stokedLegendary surfer, 1977 World Champion, and WSL co-founder Shaun Tomson joins Dave Prodan for a deep dive into the past, present, and future of professional surfing. Shaun reflects on Jordy Smith’s career and potential World Title breakthrough for South Africa, the complexity of Cloudbreak vs. Teahupo’o, and the ethos of winning and losing with grace. He shares the life principles behind his Surfer’s Code and Think Twice Foundation, turning 70, and his recent Lifetime Achievement Award at the SIMA Waterman’s Ball. Shaun takes us back to surfing’s formative years, from Bustin’ Down the Door and the birth of the...
2025-08-261h 31
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP95: Driving Retail Innovation -- Retail Safari®-ing with NielsenIQIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks to Anna Mayo, NielsenIQ VP Beauty Vertical, and WSL Strategic Retail’s Elia Auchane and Katie Hornsby about the importance of collaboration to drive innovation at retail.They discuss:In challenging retail times, how critical it is to inspire new thinkingThe power of bringing different companies and different disciplines to address critical challenges and define new opportunitiesHow WSL Strategic Retail’s Retail Safari® gets people away from their desks to experience and learn from innovative retail concepts often outside their own areas of expertiseWSL and NIQ’s collaboration that connects consumer...
2025-07-0833 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMatt Costa - Writing Music for ‘A Brokedown Melody’ and YETI’s ‘As Told By’ series with WSL, Working with the Malloy brothers and Jack Johnson, Skateboarding dreams, Recovering from a life-altering injury, and His transition into musicMusician and storyteller Matt Costa joins us on the pod. Matt dives into his creative process, collaborating with filmmakers like Devyn Bisson on WSL’s ‘As Told By’ series produced in partnership with YETI, working with Jack Johnson and Emmett Malloy on the film A Brokedown Melody, and his latest project with Adventure.com and Rivian, Explorations of Sight + Sound. Matt shares his fascinating journey, how growing up with parents in the travel industry and a passion for skateboarding shaped his early years. After a life-altering injury sidelined his skateboarding dreams, an acoustic guitar became the catalyst for a new pa...
2024-11-261h 13
Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastNWSL Semifinals Preview | UCL recap and reaction | WSL weekend preview (Soccer 11/14)Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins and Christine Cupo kick off the show by creating combined best XIs from both Semifinal matchups in the NWSL playoffs followed by a tactical deep dive into both games. Also, the A3 crew takes a look at the WSL by playing "manager," each drawing up their desired lineups for their respective teams. And don't forget, this Saturday on CBS you can catch Lisa and Darian's coverage of Washington Spirit vs Gotham FC with the match kicking off at 12noon ET.Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a...
2024-11-1437 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastDr. Chad Nelsen - Celebrating Surfrider’s 40th anniversary, Life as CEO, Protecting our oceans and tackling coastal erosion, Partnering with WSL and WSL PURE, Living an ‘examined life,’ and the Power of surf activismDr. Chad Nelsen, CEO of the Surfrider Foundation, joins us on The Lineup to discuss his role in protecting the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches. From Surfrider’s hometown of Laguna Beach, Dr. Nelsen shares insights on the foundation’s 40th anniversary, their network of 200+ chapters, and the complex evolution of environmental activism. We dive into real-world challenges—mangrove deforestation in Puerto Rico and coastal erosion on Hawaii’s North Shore—and discuss how the Surfrider Foundation combines legal and scientific strategies to tackle these issues. Dr. Nelsen also opens up about his journey, from growing up in a surfing fa...
2024-11-0556 min
Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastTara McKeown Interview | WSL Predictions & Previews | KC Current vs Washington Spirit (Soccer 09/19)Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Christine Cupo, and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube to discuss all the latest surrounding women's football. First up, bold predictions for the upcoming Women's Super League which kicks off this weekend, from Golden Boot Winner to who will be crowned champion. Next, a preview of the biggest matches in the WSL. Then, Tara McKeown of the Washington Spirit is welcomed in fresh off the breaking news of a contract extension. The group discusses why she decided to extend and she gives some insight into teammates both old and new. And finally, a chat about...
2024-09-191h 09
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastChris Coté - Life as a multi-hyphenate media personality, Lexus WSL Finals, Forming TransWorld Surf Magazine, Producing films like High-5 and the TearDevils, His band SUNBENDR, and His podcast Monday M.A.S.S. with Todd RichardsMulti-hyphenate and multi-talented action sports media personality and WSL commentator, Chris Coté, joins us on The Lineup podcast. Calling in from his own podcast HQ, Monday M.A.S.S. with Todd Richards, in San Diego, Chris and Dave dive into the Lexus WSL Finals and Chris’ experience being on the ground there. He relives being amidst the visceral energy emanating throughout the fans who flooded the beach cheering for their favorite surfers at Lowers, and describes it as among one of the most joyful of the WSL Finals we’ve had. He talks about growing up in San Diego...
2024-09-171h 34
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - Breaking down the Lexus WSL Finals, John Florence cementing a significant dynasty with 3x World Titles, Caity becoming the youngest World Champion in WSL history, Italo’s incredible performance, 2025 Fantasy Snake Draft, & MoreWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns once again to wrap up an incredible event to crown this year's World Champions from the Lexus Finals. They discuss their winners and losers and John John Florence officially solidifying his dynasty by securing his third World Title and entering the realm of renowned surfers with at least 3x World Titles in Tom Curren, Gabe Medina, Mick Fanning, Andy Irons, Mark Richards, Kelly Slater, Layne Beachley, Carissa Moore, Stephanie Gilmore, and Layne Beachley, Frieda Zamba, Margo Oberg, and Wendy Botha. They also revel at Caity’s incredible performance and her securing he...
2024-09-101h 19
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastJake Howard - Surfer Mag’s relaunch of their print edition, His new role as Editor-In-Chief, His WSL Finals predictions, Background, Favorite Surfer Magazine covers, and Significant moments that shaped surfing historyRenowned writer, surf journalist, and Editor-in-Chief of Surfer Magazine, Jake Howard, joins The Lineup. As one of the “premier subject matter experts in the field today,” according to Sports Illustrated, Jake shares his thoughts on the Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles. He and Dave mull over the matchups between the Final 5, which seed would be most advantageous, and just how fast that day goes. They reflect on the periodic generational progression on both the men’s and women’s side of surfing, who they end up seeing having to face John John Florence and Caity Simmers in the Title ma...
2024-09-031h 29
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - Post-Fiji recap, Winners & Losers, WSL Final 5, Matt Biolos... the 2024 CT Shaper of the Year, and Listener QuestionsWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar returns to break down the final event of the CT season, the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy. They discuss their winners and losers, look ahead to the Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles, and officially crown Matt Biolos the 2024 CT Shaper of the Year.Follow Mitch here.Watch the Top 5 Moments from the Corona Fiji Pro Presented By Bonsoy.Stay tuned to see who will become this year’s World Champion at the Lexus WSL Finals, Sep 6 - 14.Stay up to...
2024-08-291h 09
Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastChasing NWSL records & immortality | "Beyond the Medal" Olympic takeaways | WSL new season tease (Soccer 08/14)Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube to discuss all the latest surround women's football. First, the ladies put a nice bow on all that went down at the Olympics in Paris and reveal their favorite "Beyond the Medal" moments they'll always remember from 2024. Next, with the return of NWSL right around the corner, Lisa & Sandra talk about all the records they have their eye on that will be broken by the end of the season. Then, our hosts chat about the WSL off-season, the notable moves made, and Arsenal & Chelsea's US Tours. And finally, ICYMI: News...
2024-08-1453 min
Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastChelsea win 5th WSL title in a row | Emma Hayes' legacy | Brazil awarded 2027 WWC | NWSL Weekend recap (Soccer 05/20)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Christine Cupo were in-studio to talk about all the latest surrounding the women's game. First up, the ladies talk about Arsenal and Chelsea coming to the US to play some friendlies (1:23), then they dive into Chelsea winning the WSL title and discuss Emma Hayes and her legacy she'll be leaving behind for the club (2:52). Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to weigh in on all things Chelsea (12:16). Then, the group welcomes in Mbizo Mzamane to discuss FIFA's decision to award Brazil the Women's World Cup in 2027 (18:48). Next, the A3 crew discuss all the notable...
2024-05-2045 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastJack Robinson - Signing to Team Samsung Galaxy, featuring in their new surf doc, The Next Wave, Fatherhood, The 2024 WSL CT season and the Olympic Games Paris 2024, The importance of breathwork, Working with both Arakawa and Sharp Eye SurfboardsWelcome back four-time repeater guest, Jack Robinson, to The Lineup! Dave and Jack jump into the biggest changes since his last appearance, having a baby boy, how fatherhood affects him as a competitor and otherwise, and how he manages his time now. Jack talks about working with both Arakawa and Sharp Eye surfboards and the trust built over the years to be able to switch between boards. Jack recaps his early season win at Sunset this year, and his mindset heading into the 2024 CT Season. He and Dave dive into his partnership with Samsung and his decision to join...
2024-05-141h 11Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastProject ACL deep dive | Mbizo on Zambia's potential suspension | WSL & NWSL big match previews | Power Rankings (Soccer 05/02)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo, and Darian Jenkins were in-studio today to deliver all the latest from around the world in women's football. First up, a discussion about the goods and bads of the US-Mexico joint bid for the 2027 World Cup being withdrawn (1:30). Next, an important deep dive into "Project ACL," how it's going to work, and how long it's going to take (4:33). Then, Mbizo Mzamane is welcomed in to breakdown the dire situation regarding FIFA, the Zambia Soccer Federation, their potential ban from this year's Olympics, and the ripple effect it would cause (8:41). Next, The ladies recap...
2024-05-0244 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastOlympic Draw reaction | NWSL & Liga MX Femenil announce 'summer cup' | UWCL Leg 1 recap | WSL & NWSL weekend preview (Soccer 03/21)Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins went live on YouTube to discuss all that is happening around the women's game both domestically and internationally. First, the latest headlines including the Olympic draw which sees the US in Group B alongside Germany, Australia, and either Zambia or Morocco (2:19). Next, a chat about the announcement of a new tournament style event between NWSL & Liga MX Femenil called the 'Summer Cup' (10:34). Then, the ladies recap the UEFA Women's Champion League Leg 1 Quarterfinal results (20:35). Up next, the A3 crew dives into a WSL weekend preview which includes the Manchester Derby...
2024-03-211h 15
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP70: Innovating Beauty Retail - A Latin View with the WSL teamIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks to WSL Retail Strategy Consultant, Elia Auchane, and Retail Innovation Manager, Allie Chilicki, about curating a Retail Safari® at the inaugural Cosmoprof Miami event. And the power of connecting in store and on the convention floor.They discuss:A behind-the-scenes view to customizing the perfect Retail Safari® Best-in-class retailers in the Latin-inspired Miami marketThe power of people to build emotional engagement at retail, at Nike and at AesopHow Amazon and Ulta unlocked the challenges of doing business todayThe excitement of seeing AI at work, IRLOpportunities that emer...
2024-02-2133 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastChelsea lose first time at home | WSL attendance record | W Gold Cup prelims recap | US vs Dominican Republic preview (Soccer 02/19)Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins kick off the show by recapping the WSL weekend which saw Chelsea lose for the first time ever at home under Emma Hayes and Arsenal defeat Man U in front of a league record breaking crowd (1:06). Then, the ladies talk a look at the W Gold Cup preliminary matchup results that saw the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and El Salvador all advance with the DR set to face US in match one of the group stage (15:02). Next, the A3 crew preview the UEFA Nations League Semifinals which showcases the Spain vs Netherlands...
2024-02-1948 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastBrandi Chastain on Bay FC & WomenInSoccer.org | Rumors of Lieke Martens to NWSL | Reaction to Horan's comments | West Ham upset Arsenal in WSL (Soccer 02/05)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins kick off the show by discussing the latest rumor that Lieke Martens may be coming to the NWSL. The ladies reveal what team they'd like to see her join in the league and why (1:08). The group also discuss the Chicago Red Stars hiring Richard Feuz as General Manager (4:30) and also weigh in on the recent Lindsey Horan comments that have set socials on fire (9:07). Next, the A3 crew welcome in USWNT legend Brandi Chastain to talk about her role in getting Bay FC off the ground, the signings she's made...
2024-02-0552 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastFleming & Beattie head stateside | UWCL Group Stage recap | WSL Weekend preview | A3 victorious at Sports Podcast Awards (Soccer 02/02)Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, Jordan Angeli, and Christine Cupo kick off the show by bringing attention to the show for winning the Gold Sports Podcast Award for Diverse Voices. A huge thank you to all the listeners who not only voted, but support the show and spread the word. Then, the group talk about what stands out in all the latest transfer and trade transactions that have occurred (1:09). Next, the ladies take a look back at all the final results in the group stage for UWCL, who's qualified for the knockout stage, and what dream matches they'd like to...
2024-02-0250 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastDeyna Castellanos interview, joins Bay FC | Ramierez heading to Chelsea | NWSL trades & signings | WSL weekend preview (Soccer 01/26)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins kick things off by going through the big headlines surrounding the women's game including Mayra Ramierez signing with Chelsea for a record breaking fee and Bev Priestman extending her contract with Canada as manager through 2027 (1:09). Then, the ladies breakdown all the latest trades and moves in the NWSL including Dayna Castellanos joining Bay FC, Messiah Bright signing with Angel City FC, and Ji So-Yun heading to the Seattle Reign (10:51). Next, Dayna Castellanos fresh off of her big announcement, is welcomed in to chat about her decision to head to the...
2024-01-2751 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastLorne Donaldson on Red Stars | Latest NWSL trades & signings | James & Shaw goals galore | Mewis & Fox WSL debuts (Soccer 01/22)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo kick of the show by discussing all the latest NWSL trades and signings with the Chicago Red Stars leading the way in recent weeks and the KC Current bring in the league's 14th Brazilian player, Bia (1:09). Then, the crew welcome in newly appointed Chicago Red Stars coach and former manager of the Reggae Girlz Lorne Donaldson. The group talk about why he took on the gig, how working on the international level has prepared him for the NWSL, his specific philosophy used to develop players, and if he has any...
2024-01-2345 min
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP66: 2024: Caution! Retail Curves Ahead with Candace Corlett, WSLIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks to WSL’s president Candace Corlett about the latest How America Shops® research that reveals how Americans are feeling (not happy), and what that means for 2024 and beyond (challenging). They discuss:How shoppers see the challenges for their standard of living in 2024, and what they plan to do about it. The lack of innovation that leaves shoppers wanting – with little inspiration to pay more.Where shoppers will actually spend more in 2024 – categories, services and retail experiences. There are some.New ways shoppers are defining convenience, value and values. There’s a...
2023-12-1430 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastSan Diego Wave clinch NWSL playoff spot | Mia Fishel balls out on Chelsea debut | WSL Opening Weekend Recap (Soccer 10/2)Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins kick things off by discussing the Spanish players who testified in the Luis Rubiales case, Arsenal’s record-breaking attendance, and Kealia Watt’s incredible career (01:44). Mia Fishel stole the show on the opening weekend of the WSL season, but she wasn’t the only player that caught the eye (10:02). And with NWSL Decision Day fast approaching, the crew recap a weekend of action that saw the San Diego Wave become the one and only team with a ticket to the postseason (20:12). And Sandra Herrera shares her list of teams with the bi...
2023-10-0342 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastCrosby Colapinto - His rise on the Challenger Series, Rallying for his brother Griffin at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, How he has developed a calm mind for competition, Growing up in San Clemente, and Preparing for the next levelChallenge Series competitor Crosby Colapinto, currently sitting at No. 3 on the CS Rankings, joins the podcast. He chats about what he’s been up to in between events to keep his surfing fresh and what it’s like seeing the Rip Curl WSL Finals at his home break, Lower Trestles. He discusses rallying for his brother, Griffin, in the WSL Final 5 against four other World Title contenders and how he views Griffin as one of the best to ever surf at Lower Trestles. He reflects on growing up in a dreamy surf town, San Clemente, and how there are mult...
2023-09-0553 min
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP59: The Paradox of the New Shopping World with Candace Corlett, WSLIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks to WSL’s president Candace Corlett about the latest How America Shops® research that addresses the foundational changes in shopper sentiment and behavior as a result of five years of turmoil. (That’s right, it’s not only about the pandemic.)They discuss:The paradox of shoppers’ “just in case” approach to spending versus treating themselvesThe paradox of shopping in many, many more places – channels, stores, digital – versus wanting to make their shopping lives easierThe paradox of the new shopper journeyThe paradox of what makes a brand – and the real challe...
2023-08-3136 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - The Post-Tahiti Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, The finale in the fight for the WSL Final 5 and who clinched, Fan Mailbag, and The winner of the Vissla CT Shaper RankingsWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro presented by Outerknown. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s tenth event, the exciting finale to the fight for the WSL Final 5, who clinched and is heading to the Rip Curl WSL Finals, the next generation of World Title contenders, and they answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the winner of the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings and the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper of the Year....
2023-08-221h 11
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastBONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Caroline Marks - Her career growth from early success, The influence of competing against World Champs, Preparing for the Rip Curl WSL Finals, Her experience as an Olympian, and Her favorite events on tourIn this episode of 1 On 1, Joe Turpel sits down with Caroline Marks to talk about her success as a grom and her 2023 season that propels her to the Rip Curl WSL Finals. Caroline discusses growing up in Florida, early memories surfing, comparisons to Mark Occhilupo, earning a wildcard at 13 years old, where she gets a competitive mindset, and discovering to learn from losses. She chats about how competing against World Champs Steph Gilmore, Carissa Moore, and Tyler Wright brings out the best in her and how the rise of the new generation is seeing a change in the guard...
2023-08-1551 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastBONUS EPISODE: 1 on 1 w/ Leonardo Fioravanti - What fuels his drive to make the WSL Final 5, What it means to represent Italy, Inspiration from his support crew, Processing challenges on the Championship Tour, and His favorite pizzaIn this episode of 1 On 1, Joe Turpel sits down with Leonardo Fioravanti to talk about his drive for success, overcoming setbacks, and his pride as an Italian surfer. Leo dives into what it means to make the Mid-season Cut and what fuels his motivation to fight for a spot in the WSL Final 5. He chats about his support crew, working with mentors and coaches, a memorable run-in with Andy Irons, and how much it means to inspire the next generation of Italian surfers. Leo reflects on inspiration from longtime friends Jack Robinson and Kanoa Igarashi in the 2022 Rip Curl...
2023-08-081h 26
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - The Post-J-Bay Wrap Up, Winners and losers from the event, The best day of surfing this season, Who clinched the WSL Final 5, Who provisionally qualified, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings updateWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Corona Open J-Bay. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s ninth event, Filipe Toledo’s dominance, Lakey Peterson’s comeback win, WSL Final 5 clinches and who is within striking distance, Olympic provisional qualifiers, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings. Follow Mitch here.Watch the highlights and full replay of the Corona Open J-Bay.
2023-07-2556 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - The Post-Rio Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, Carissa Moore clinches the WSL Final 5, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings updateWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Vivo Rio Pro presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s eighth event, Carissa Moore becoming the first surfer to clinch a spot in the WSL Final 5, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.Follow Mitch here.Watch the highlights and full replay of the Vivo Rio Pro pres by Corona...
2023-07-0654 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastNews & Notes: Former NWSL coach accused of misconduct | World Cup Dark Horses to watch | NWSL and WSL Transfers (Soccer 7/5)Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's football. They discuss the breaking news out of the Republic of Ireland with manager Vera Pauw being accused of misconduct during her time in the NWSL with Houston Dash in 2018 (4:15). Plus, the free agency period is in full swing in Europe and the trade window is full in the NWSL (17:25). The latest trades and transfers in the WSL and NWSL (23:45). They also discuss the NWSL 2024 expansion teams - Utah Royals and Bay FC - the expansion draft order and more. Plus, they...
2023-07-0550 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMitchell Salazar - The Post-El Salvador Wrap Up, Biggest winners and losers from the event, Colapinto continues hot streak, The exciting fight for the WSL Final 5, Fan Mailbag, and a Vissla CT Shaper Rankings updateWSL commentator and Lineup co-host Mitchell Salazar is back to recap the Surf City El Salvador Pro presented by Corona. Mitch and Dave discuss the top highlights, choose their biggest winners and losers from the Championship Tour’s seventh event, the exciting current WSL Final 5, Griffin Colapinto’s hot streak, beautiful El Salvador, and answer a wide-ranging list of fan questions from the Instagram mailbag. Finally, they reveal the updates to the 2023 Vissla CT Shaper Rankings.Follow Mitch here.Watch the highlights and full replay of the Surf City El Salvador Pro pres...
2023-06-221h 04
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP54: The New Shopper Journey Emerges…From Troubles to Joy with Debbie Kelly, WSLIn this issue:Wendy Liebmann talks to Debbie Kelly, the new Director of Insights at WSL, about WSL’s latest How America Shops® study, entitled Leading Shoppers From Troubles to Joy. They discuss:After three years of the pandemic, how shoppers are making different decisions about what brings them joy, and what’s still only about the lowest price.What makes for joyful shopping in these inflationary times.New shopper segmentation based on how shoppers consider what’s a “head” category versus a “heart” category.How companies – brands and retailers -- n...
2023-05-3129 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastNews & Notes: NWSL Expansion Team Updates | WSL season nears end | Challenge Cup Preview (Soccer 5/10)Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's football. They preview the loan NWSL Challenge Cup match between Washington Spirit and Orlando Pride on Wednesday night. Sandra and Lisa talk about the latest news including trade rumors and the most recent announcement from the NWSL about adding 4 new teams before 2026. They close out talk about the WSL, Rachel Daly's 20 goals in 20 matches and who will lift the title at the end of the season.Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.p...
2023-05-1040 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastStephanie Gilmore - Winning her eighth World Title, The Rip Curl WSL Finals format, Portugal mindset, Mid-season Cut pressure, Brand representation, Working with YETI, and Finding continued purpose and inspiration in year 17Eight-time WSL World Champion and YETI athlete Stephanie Gilmore joins the pod for a special International Women’s Day episode to discuss her seventeenth year on the Championship Tour. Amid her journey from Hawaii to Portugal, she describes feeling at home on the road, sitting below the Mid-season Cut line after two events, the young surfers on tour that energize her, and her confidence heading into Portugal. She talks about winning her record-breaking eighth World Title at the 2022 Rip Curl WSL Finals, still relishing the glory of that moment, being addicted to the Finals format, her mindset on that sp...
2023-03-081h 32
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP47: Retail Safari® to See the Future of Retail with Joi Pratt, WSLIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann talks with Joi Pratt, Senior Consultant for Shopper Activation, at WSL Strategic Retail, about how the WSL team brought the future of retail to life in real time through a customized Retail Safari®. They discuss:The 5 Health & Wellness trends that were the focus of a two-day event conducted in collaboration with the Kroger Company in Cincinnati. The diversity of retail that inspired 30 CPG attendees – from robotics at the Ocado Shed that enable fast seamless delivery, to immersive experiences at Jungle Jim’s, to the passion of REI associates, to the Kroger Marketp...
2023-02-0118 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastJack Robinson - The upcoming Championship Tour season, His Rip Curl WSL Finals experience, Winning at home in Margaret River, Health and training philosophy, Rivalries on tour, and His eight biggest contenders for the World TitleAustralian Championship Tour star Jack Robinson is back to talk about the 2022 Rip Curl WSL Finals and the upcoming season. He dissects his heat against Italo Ferreira at Trestles, details his training regimen and strategy for the title-deciding event, and lists his top competition for the 2023 World Title. He looks back at his huge 2022 season, the importance of winning at home in Margaret River, the stress-free atmosphere around his win at G-Land, and his massive improvement over the course of the season. He talks about fitness and health, how to overcome the effects of regular travel, finding time to...
2022-11-151h 04
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP41: The Next Wellness Frontier: New Challenges, Categories, and Retail with Candace CorlettIn this episode WSL’s Wendy Liebmann, CEO, and Candace Corlett, President, discuss WSL’s latest research, the health and wellness shopper revolution it reveals and the implications for retailers and brands. They discuss:How health and wellness has changed over the last 8 years, and the new conditions, such as mental health, that are impacting Americans’ health issues.How trust of established professionals has eroded as America continues to move through the COVID pandemic.That technology has had both a positive and negative impact on wellness – from the benefits of virtual health care to the proble...
2022-10-1728 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastSoleil Errico - The new WSL Longboard World Champion, Winning her second World Title at Malibu, Local knowledge at First Point, Balancing college with the Longboard Tour, Her road into pro surfing, and Goals for the 2023 season and beyondFreshly crowned Longboard World Champion Soleil Errico joins The Lineup to discuss winning her second World Title. She talks about winning at her home break, how wild it is to surf flawless Malibu with no one else out, the difference between this title and her first one in 2018, and her shifting strategy throughout the event. She breaks down the biggest heats along her road to the title, the boards she was riding and how she sources her equipment, and her goals for the 2023 Longboard Tour and beyond. She looks back at her journey to becoming a longboard champ, being...
2022-10-1150 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastNews & Notes: Spain National Team Players Resignation Update | San Diego Bans Fan | WSL Preview (Soccer 9/28)Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman sit down to talk about the latest around the world in women's sports. They discuss the latest news out of Racing Louisville and Danish forward Nadia Nadim tearing her ACL and starting recovery for the second time in just over a year. Plus, they discuss the latest in with the Spain National Team and if the friendly in October with the USWNT will be played. Also, with midweek WSL games, they drop their picks and predictions!Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://w...
2022-09-2840 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastAshton Goggans Returns - Thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals, The new No Contest coming this month, Stephanie Gilmore’s future, Brazilian dominance, Electric Acid Surfboard Test, His insane production during lockdown, and What’s next from StabStab editor-at-large and producer Ashton Goggans returns to the Lineup Podcast. He talks about what he’s been up to over the last few years, including launching Stab Premium, creating the documentary Andy Irons & The Radicals, working on a new Electric Acid Surfboard Test and Stab In The Dark, and making surf movies while being locked down in Los Angeles. He describes watching the Rip Curl WSL Finals from Brazil and shares his thoughts on the format, Steph’s historic win, Filipe’s breakthrough, the surfers who impressed him most, and why he was rooting for Jack Robinson. He talks...
2022-09-201h 29Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastWeekend Recap: NWSL Playoffs become a little bit clearer + two big upsets in WSL (Soccer 9/20)Sandra Herrera and Lori Lindsay recap a rousing weekend slate of games. Washington's playoff hopes dim a little bit while a few others shine. Plus Liverpool opens up WSL play with a stunner against Chelsea.Megaphone Description:Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channe...
2022-09-2046 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastThe ins and outs of the Women’s Super League: WSL Deep Dive with Sophie Lawson (Soccer 9/8)Just a few days away from the start of the 2022-2023 WSL season, it’s time to take a deep-dive into the teams, the players, and more of the Women’s Super League. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome football writer Sophie Lawson to the show to discuss the Barclay’s Women’s Super League. They discuss last WSL season, Sophie gives a flashback to how the 2021-2022 season ended discussing who was relegated, who was promoted. Plus, the biggest off-season player-tradings from Rachel Daly to Kadeisha Buchanan, Laia Aleixandri and Lucy Bronze. You’ll find out all you need to kn...
2022-09-0837 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMike Parsons - The Rip Curl WSL Finals, Coaching the biggest names in surfing, Ideal conditions at Lower Trestles, The most memorable moments of the season, Kelly Slater’s win at Pipeline, and The strengths of all 10 World Title contendersMike Parsons joins the podcast to break down the Rip Curl WSL Finals. He details the ideal conditions at Lower Trestles, looks back at his time working as a contest director and dealing with the pressure of making the call to run, and shares his thoughts on equipment, seeding, and momentum in the World Title-deciding event. He discusses his current role as a coach and manager for some of the biggest names in surfing, from WSL Final 5 surfer Kanoa Igarashi to CT competitors Lakey Peterson and Kolohe Andino to Big Wave superstar Kai Lenny and more. He talks about...
2022-09-061h 32Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastWomen's Super League 101: EVERYTHING you need to know about the Barclays WSL (Soccer 9/5)Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman breakdown the Barclays Women's Super League with everything you need to know. What it is, who competes, the top players to watch, what happened last season and more. THE FULL FAQ for the WSL is here.Watch the WSL on Paramount+ starting September 10.Enter for a chance to win a $100 Paramount+ gift card! Visit YouTube.com/AttackingThird, like this video, subscribe to our YouTube page and drop your social media handle in the comments.Attacking Third has advanced to the final round in the People's Choice Podcast Awards...
2022-09-0530 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastTatiana Weston-Webb - Competing for the World Title at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, The women’s historic return to Teahupo’o, The road to the Finals, Her inspirations in Kauai, Her career journey, and How her outsider mentality makes her a contenderWorld No. 3 Tatiana Weston-Webb joins the podcast before she competes for the World Title at the Rip Curl WSL Finals. She breaks down her preparation for the title-deciding event at Trestles, how she’s been training, how she feels about her seeding, the support team behind her, and her strategy once she’s in the water. She talks about the last few events of the regular season leading up to the Finals, the women’s historic return to Teahupo’o, competing in serious conditions, what it was like staying in Tahiti, and dealing with the pressure of the fight for the...
2022-08-301h 26
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP39: Shopping in Inflationary Times. Long Slog vs. Whiplash? with Candace CorlettIn this episode: WSL’s Wendy Liebmann, CEO, and Candace Corlett, President, discuss how shoppers are dealing with spiraling price increases, how this moment is different from 2008, and how companies need to respond. They preview WSL’s upcoming Wellness study (The New Wellness Frontier). And the baseball season. (Yes, really!)They discuss:WSL’s latest research on shoppers’ responses to inflation; how categories and retailers are being impacted based on new choices and trade-offs shoppers are making, and issues surrounding premiumizationHow this is different from the global economic crisis in 2008 (for those who can remember)Wha...
2022-08-1723 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastConner Coffin - Competing in the 2021 Rip Curl WSL Finals, Filming a new project with Keith Malloy and 805, The Challenger Series gauntlet, The Mid-season Cut, His switch to JS, and The importance of passions outside surfing2021 Rip Curl WSL Final 5 competitor, Santa Barbara torchbearer, and one of the most powerful surfers in the world Conner Coffin returns to the podcast to talk about his past year. He looks back at his run to the Finals last season, the mentality shift that led him to his career-best result, the unparalleled energy on the beach at Trestles, and his thoughts on the new format. He dives into a new film project he’s working on with Keith Malloy and 805, what it’s like to balance competing on tour with traveling and filming, and his favorite surf movies grow...
2022-08-091h 16
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastRe-Air: Ep 87 Courtney Conlogue - The US Open, Her comeback 2021 season, Waves of consequence, Recovering from serious concussions, Strike mission to Tahiti, The effects of social media, and Her thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL FinalsA Re-Air of The Lineup's chat with Courtney Conlogue from September of 2021!---------The Vans US Open of Surfing, the 4th stop of the 8-stop 2022 WSL Challenger Series, is underway in Huntington Beach, California. Featuring an international field of Challengers looking to secure a spot on next year’s elite WSL championship tour, the event is streaming live at WorldSurfLeague.com and the WSL App, do not miss it! Following the completion of the Vans US Open of Surfing, the World’s best surfers will be heading to Tahiti for the Outerknown Tahiti Pro. ...
2022-08-021h 24
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP30: Challenging the Future of Retail. It’s right in front of your eyes! with Candace CorlettWSL’s Wendy Liebmann, CEO, and Candace Corlett, President, challenge the notion that companies cannot anticipate the future in these times. The shopper and retail trends WSL identified and has been tracking for 4 – 5 years are now clearly redefining the retail landscape.They discuss:How powerful shopper movements and new shopper values are transforming retailHow new retail opportunities, from live streaming to spontaneous shopping, are adding more complexity to everything from trip management, category management to shopper marketing, and supply chainThe level of retail innovation WSL tracks around the world, and how it is inspiring and challenging compan...
2022-01-1828 minAttacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer PodcastNews & Notes: Lynn Williams to Kansas City Current and biggest NWSL trades ahead of the 2022 preseason | Arsenal lose in FA WSL (Soccer 1/12)Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the latest news, trades, updates, notes, etc from the NWSL, FA WSL and more. Kansas City Current has been busy this offseason acquiring big players to turn their 2021 last-place season around. Most recently, the Current acquire USWNT forward Lynn Williams in a trade with the North Carolina Courage and hire a new general manager and goalkeeper coach. The Courage also made moves of their own, signing Brazilian International forward Kerolin Nicoli Israel Ferraz. Gotham FC resigns NWSL 2021 Defender of the Year Caprice Dydasco, Kansas City sends forward Darian Jenkins to Orlando Pride and...
2022-01-1239 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastThe Break Room - A very busy “Offseason,” Challenger Series highlights, A potentially star-studded rookie class, WSL PURE, The We Are One Ocean petition, Mental Health in surfing, Equal pay, and Our biggest 2022 Championship Tour predictionsIn the latest “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the Championship Tour’s “offseason,” the Challenger Series, and WSL PURE’s We Are One Ocean petition. To start, the crew describes what they’ve been working on since the World Champions were crowned at Lower Trestles, how the offseason is getting more packed than ever, and the fast-approaching start to the 2022 season. They discuss all things Challenger Series, break down the France and Portugal events, pick out their favorite...
2021-11-091h 15
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastThe Break Room - The Rip Curl WSL Finals recap (with pizza), Standouts from Lower Trestles, US Open highlights, The next generation of superstar women, The Challenger Series. Kelly Slater chairs, Listener mailbag, and A very fond farewellIn the all-new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the title-deciding Rip Curl WSL Finals, the Challenger Series, and more. First, the crew revisits their predictions for the Finals, awards pizza to the winning team, chooses their standout performances, and shares stories of how the event went off from an employee’s perspective. They then recap the US Open of Surfing, assess the insane talent level on the Challenger Series, dive into the young generation of women who ar...
2021-10-051h 21
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastThe Break Room - Our Rip Curl WSL Finals picks, One wild end to the CT season, Scenarios Galore, Big names that missed requalification, The Challenger Series, Traveling for work, The Ultimate Surfer, Listener questions, and More insights from inside WSL HQIn the all-new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on the wild ending to the season in Mexico, the ever-changing WSL Final 5 scenarios, and what it was like from an employee’s perspective when the news of Tahiti’s cancellation broke. They divide into teams to make their picks for each matchup of the Rip Curl WSL Finals, discuss requalification, say goodbye to the big names they’ll miss most from the Championship Tour, and look forward to the quickl...
2021-08-311h 18
Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsOne Question: How would the Rip Curl WSL Finals play out if they happened right now?Coco Ho, Ronnie Blakey and Stace Galbraith focus on one single question. IF THE RIP CURL WSL FINALS STARTED RIGHT NOW, WITH THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S FINAL 5 EXACTLY AS THEY ARE CURRENTLY RANKED, HOW WILL IT ALL UNFOLD?Heat 1: Ronnie & Stace make their picks for M/W Match 1Heat 2: Ronnie & Stace make their picks for M/W Match 2Heat 3: Ronnie & Stace make their picks for M/W Match 3Going Deep: Ronnie & Stace make their picks for M/W Title Match Learn more about your ad...
2021-08-0730 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastWSL CEO Erik Logan - The 2022 Championship Tour Schedule, The new Challenger Series, Introducing the Midseason Cut, The fight for the WSL Final 5, and Big upcoming surf contentWorld Surf League CEO Erik Logan joins the podcast for a special episode to break down this week’s huge 2022 Tour Announcement. ELo and Dave dive into next year’s Championship Tour Schedule, the all-new Challenger Series, the benefits of the exciting midseason cut, and the way the regional Qualifying Series will change the path to the CT. They talk about the current fight for the WSL Final 5 that will play out over this season’s final two events in Mexico and Tahiti. Finally, they look forward to all the big content coming soon, from The Ultimate Surfer on ABC to...
2021-08-0659 min
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastLisa Andersen - Surfing’s debut at the Olympics, Surfing Florida vs California, Her path to four World Titles, Learning life lessons from surfing, Motherhood on the Championship Tour, and Her thoughts on the Rip Curl WSL Finals formatFour-time WSL World Champion Lisa Andersen talks about her iconic career on tour. She looks back at surfing’s emotional debut at the Olympics, the awesome unpredictability of ocean surfing versus wave pools, the huge stakes, and her experience surfing in Japan. She tells her origin story, starting to surf in Florida, learning life lessons as you learn to surf, being taught by surf magazines, and then moving to Huntington Beach alone and committing to the sport, and finally getting on tour. She discusses opening up through surfing, pushing through criticism, and what went into her absolutely dominant four ye...
2021-08-031h 33
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastThe Break Room - Surprise superstars, The women’s World Title race, Icons fighting for requalification, Rip Curl WSL Finals strategy, Tour trivia, and A behind-the-scenes look at the WSLIn the new “Break Room” episode of the podcast, host Dave Prodan speaks with a panel of fellow WSL employees that work across the league. Get insights from inside headquarters on all the big names that are fighting for requalification, the competitive and unpredictable women’s World Title race, and how to identify surprise superstars like Italo Ferreira before they break onto the world stage. They also debate the best strategy for the Rip Curl WSL Finals, answer listener questions about what it’s like behind the scenes at the World Surf League, and compete in some surfing trivia with a n...
2021-07-061h 23
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastIsabella Nichols - An unforgettable rookie season, Pursuing an education while chasing the CT, Wave pool engineering, Stories from Sunset Beach, Working as a stunt double, and Rip Curl WSL Finals strategyWSL Championship Tour rookie Isabella Nichols talks about her unique and memorable first season on tour. She describes waiting a whole year between qualification and her first event, her strong Australian leg that included a second-place finish at Newcastle, and the challenges of surfing at Surf Ranch for the first time. She discusses pursuing her education while chasing her dream of making the tour, getting a degree in engineering, and her desire to work with wave pool technology. Isabella also touches on her scariest session at Sunset Beach, working as a stunt double for Blake Lively and her strategy...
2021-06-291h 00
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastKanoa Igarashi Returns - WSL Final 5 chances, World Title vs Gold Medal, Being the face of the upcoming Olympics, Surfing against Gabriel Medina, and The hardest maneuver to land in surfingAs the podcast’s first returning guest, Championship Tour star Kanoa Igarashi talks about his first half of the 2021 season and the road to the Rip Curl WSL Finals. He reviews his very strong chances to make the WSL Final 5, discusses some of the biggest surprises of the season like Morgan Cibilic, and explains the difference between free surfs during an event window and those at home. He describes being the face of the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, all the responsibilities that come with it, and whether winning a gold medal would mean more than winning a World Title. He al...
2021-06-221h 06
The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing PodcastMeg Bernardo - Creating the foundation for Pro Surfing, The first days of the ASP, Finding her place in the lineup, The league’s evolution, The WSL Finals format, and The best character in surfingWSL North American Regional Manager Meg Bernardo talks about the genesis of the World Surf League. As one of the company’s very first hires, she shares behind-the-scenes stories of the early days of the WSL, from starting the ASP with Ian Cairns and Peter Townend, to building the foundation and creating the framework for professional surfing, to producing those first tour events, to witnessing the evolution of both pro surfing and the league itself. She describes her path into surfing after moving from the midwest to Huntington Beach, finding her place in the lineup, and then pursuing a ca...
2021-05-251h 03Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsAustralia's Chances in the WSL Finals. Will Taj Play Spoiler? American Olympic Team Injuries, and Brazilian Surfers' Mentality of Support.**HEAT 1:** THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN ARE LOOKING FIERCE, BUT WILL ANY AUSTRALIAN MEN MAKE THE RIP CURL WSL FINALS?**HEAT 2.** WHEN TAJ BURROW GETS BACK IN THE JERSEY AT THE RIP CURL ROTTNEST SEARCH COULD HE REALLY PLAY SPOILER TO THE TOP SEEDS? **HEAT 3:** PLAGUED WITH INJURIES ON THE MEN'S SIDE, IS THE AMERICAN OLYMPIC TEAM IN SHAMBLES? **GOING DEEP:** BRAZILIAN SURFERS CONTINUE TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR EACH OTHER ON TOUR. WHY DON'T WE SEE THIS TEAM MENTALITY WITH AMERICAN OR AUSTRALIAN SURFERS?
2021-05-1526 min
Caught Inside - WSL Quarantine with Joe TurpelGriffin Colapinto - World Champion Goals, Commercial Challenges, Cola Bros on TourWSL commentator Joe Turpel talks with Championship Tour star Griffin Colapinto on the last day of their 14-day Australian quarantine. Griffin talks about what quarantine has taught him, his goal for the 2021 CT season and setting his sights on the Rip Curl WSL Finals. He breaks down his path to qualifying for the Championship Tour and previews this upcoming Australian leg. Griffin talks about the influence of his parents, Mitch and Camille, surfing with his brother, Crosby, and gaining the respect of his surfing heroes. He talks about working with the combined coaching team of Tom Whitaker & Jake Paterson, and h...
2021-03-211h 01Caught Inside - WSL Quarantine with Joe TurpelLakey Peterson - World Title Races, Evolving Her Surfing, The Role of CoachesWSL commentator Joe Turpel talks with Championship Tour star Lakey Peterson in the midst of their 14-day Australian quarantine. Lakey looks back at her quick ascension through the ranks, growing up in Santa Barbara, building a relationship with Channel Islands surfboards and the Merrick family, and going from learning to surf to qualifying for the tour in just five or six years. She details how surfing Bells Beach refined her approach, how the World Title races shaped her outlook, and how she finds inspiration in her sparring partner Caroline Marks. She also touches on the upcoming Rip Curl WSL Finals...
2021-03-191h 21Caught Inside - WSL Quarantine with Joe TurpelTatiana Weston-Webb - Headstrong Rookie to Contender, Social Media's Downside, Waves of ConsequenceWSL commentator Joe Turpel talks with Championship Tour current number three Tatiana Weston-Webb in the midst of their 14-day Australian quarantine. Tatiana talks about everything from growing up on the island of Kauai, her wedding to fellow surfer Jesse Mendes, and the mentorship of her brother Troy, to the drawbacks of social media. With all eyes on the return of the Championship Tour, Tatiana shares her journey to compete again after injury. Now feeling 100%, Tatiana has been filling her days training, preparing for not only the upcoming WSL events but for her Olympic debut where she has provisionally qualified to...
2021-03-151h 13Caught Inside - WSL Quarantine with Joe TurpelCarissa Moore - Pressures of Pipe and Teahupo'o, New-Look Australian Leg, Inspirations in Women's SurfingWSL commentator Joe Turpel talks with four-time World Champion Carissa Moore during their 14-day quarantine before the Australian leg of the Championship Tour. Carissa talks about the female surfers who have inspired her across her career, from past icons like Lisa Andersen and Megan Abubo to the next generation of young women who charge like Sierra Kerr and Kirra Pinkerton. She describes how she’s preparing for the new-look Australian events and details how she’s taking care of herself in quarantine. She discusses competing in pressure-filled events at waves of consequence like Teahupo’o and Pipeline before revealing which compet...
2021-03-1154 minCaught Inside - WSL Quarantine with Joe TurpelJack Robinson - Hawaiian Season, Pipe Masters, Aussie CT LegIn the premiere episode, WSL commentator Joe Turpel talks with standout rookie surfer Jack Robinson at the start of their 14-day quarantine before the Australian leg of the Championship Tour. Jack describes his experience at his first event on tour at the Pipe Masters and what he’s been up to in Hawaii since then. The West Australia local then gives a preview of the upcoming Australian leg, breaking down the East Coast beach breaks of Newcastle and Narrabeen and the two events near home at Margaret River and Rottnest Island. Finally, he takes the Quarantine Quiz and answers some WS...
2021-03-0945 min
Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsShould Women's CT Be Separate? Top 5 Predictions. Kolohe vs. Rookies. JOB vs Slater.As the Tour heads Down Under, new "Getting Heated" host Coco Ho leads three-time World Champ Mick Fanning and Momentum Generation icon Ross Williams through some not-so-easy subjects. They start the conversation with a spirited debate on whether or not male and female athletes should have separate events. From there the trio is on to World Title talk and the Rip Curl WSL Finals format, in which any of the Top Five could take out surfing's highest honor. The conversation then drifts into some per...
2021-03-0523 min
Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsBells Beach vs Gold Coast, Best Surfer Not on CT, Modern Day Andy vs Kelly, & Who Succeeds at the New Tour Stops?This week on "Getting Heated" with three-time World Champ Mick Fanning and New School icon Ross Williams it's all about the return of the Championship Tour as all eyes are on Australia and all roads lead to the WSL Finals. For this round of fiery banter, the legendary duo break down what it means now that the Championship Tour will not be going to the Gold Coast and Bells Beach -- two of the most iconic Australian surf breaks on Tour. That spurs a passionate debate about lies ahead with the change in schedule a...
2021-02-1926 min
Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsWSL Finals, Number of Surfers on Tour, Wave Pool Surfers, What Boards Will Become Obsolete, and Special Guest Tom Curren!Mick and Ross debate:Heat 1: Is the WSL Finals the best way to crown a World Champion?Heat 2: Should the number of surfers on the CT be cut down?Heat 3: Will we see a new breed of ‘wave pool surfers’ on the CT?Heat 4: Will typical boards being used now become obsolete in the next 10 years? Going Deep w/ Guest Tom Curren: Should there be more variety of equipment ridden on tour? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-02-0524 min
Getting Heated with Mick Fanning and Ross WilliamsOlympic Gold Medal vs WSL Title, Too Many Rights?, Steph's Title Chances, Pay-Per-View, and Taj Burrow Look BackMick and Ross debate: Are there too many rights on the CT, What matters more, an Olympic Gold Medal or a WSL World Title, WIll Stephanie Gilmore win another world title, Should the WSL adopt a Pay-Per-View model, and why did Taj never win a World Title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-2924 min
WSL PURE | One OceanSeason One Wrap-UpAfter 36 episodes, what have we learned so far? Host Reece Pacheco wraps up Season One with a few memorable takeaways, but we want to hear from you, too! Tell us your favorite episode or standout lesson learned in the comments below! Plus, stick around for a preview of your next favorite enviro-podcast.
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Thank YOU for listening! We truly appreciate it! Be sure to stay subscribed here for next season. And to stay connected until then, subscribe to the WSL PURE newsletter here for monthly updates https://wsl.tv/JoinWSLPUREnewsletter or find us @wslpure.
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2020-08-2008 min
WSL PURE | One OceanAthletes and activism: life beyond the jersey*Don’t miss this special episode recognizing outstanding ocean advocacy with Ace Buchan.*
This week, we learn why pro surfers must be custodians of the ocean outside competition with WSL Championship Tour surfer, activist, and Hydro Flask ambassador Ace Buchan. Ace talks about the importance of local activism, how individual voices can inspire greater change, the resiliency of nature, and his work to strengthen bonds to his fans through his partnership with Hydro Flask, WSL PURE and others.
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Thanks for listening and thanks Ace for joining us this week.
Thanks to Hydro Flask for supporting this episode! Be sure...
2020-08-131h 01WSL PURE | One OceanHow Indigenous wisdom and conventional science both prove all surfers are connectedLearn how Indigenous wisdom and conventional science together prove all surfers are connected with scientist, storyteller, surfer and Hydro Flask ambassador Cliff Kapono, PhD. He talks about his path from Hilo, Hawaii to San Diego, CA to pursue an advanced degree, the deep connections we have to physical places and one another, the importance of finding your indigeneity and encouraging environmental stewardship in his work with Hydro Flask, WSL PURE and more. And thanks to Salena for sending in a great tip for going plastic free! If you'd like to send one in, please email a voice memo to oneocean@w...
2020-08-061h 09WSL PURE | One OceanPlastic Free July: How one young Indonesian finds optimism in activismLearn how one young Indonesian finds optimism in activism with Thara Bening Sandrina, 17-year-old environmentalist and founder of River Warrior, and Michael Doshi, Director of Partnerships at Algalita Marine Research & Education. Thara describes how she finds hope in the face of overwhelming odds, debunks some myths causing pollution, explains how microplastics are affecting Indonesia’s rivers, and discusses her family’s history of activism.
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Thanks for listening and thanks again to Thara and Doshi for joining us.
Follow Thara’s work at River Warrior https://www.instagram.com/river.warrior/
Sign River Warrior’s petition to clean the Brant...
2020-07-3046 minWSL PURE | One OceanPlastic Free July: How a #trashyselfie♻️ makes a difference in plastic pollutionLearn how a #trashyselfie♻️ makes a difference in plastic pollution from big wave surfer and Hydro Flask ambassador Paige Alms. She talks about her #trashyselfie♻️ challenge, using her platform for good, being bold in speaking about the environment, and making good changes for good reasons in her work with Hydro Flask. And thanks to Michael Doshi (@gnarlybeachcleaner) for sending in a great tip for going plastic free! If you'd like to send one in, please email oneocean@wslpure.org the audio file with your #plasticfreejuly tip.
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Thanks to Hydro Flask for supporting this episode! Be sure to check out #Refil...
2020-07-2344 minWSL PURE | One OceanPlastic Free July: How knowing the full story of plastic can help you end itLearn how knowing the full story of plastic can help you end it. Joining us this week is Stiv Wilson, award-winning filmmaker, co-creator of Peak Plastic Foundation, and educator working at the nexus of marine conservation, plastic pollution, and human rights. Stiv talks about passing the first plastics-focused national policy in the USA in 2015, sailing 35,000 nautical miles around the world to study marine plastic pollution, and his powerful documentary “The Story of Plastic.” And thanks to Angela Sun (@sunnyangela) for sending in a great tip for going plastic free! If you'd like to send one in, please email oneocean@wslpure.org t...
2020-07-1643 minWSL PURE | One OceanPlastic Free July: How to level up your plastic activismLearn how to level up your plastic activism with Doorae Shin from Surfrider Foundation Oahu. This young leader for environmental change in Hawaii talks about the importance of civic engagement and voting in fighting ocean plastic pollution, how to create systems change in small communities, how building long term relationships is the key to progress, and what surprising person she’d most like to surf with. Also, a big thanks to our friend Air at @5Gyres for this week’s Plastic Free July tip. If you'd like to send one in, please email oneocean@wslpure.org the audio file with your...
2020-07-0933 minWSL PURE | One OceanPlastic Free July: How to go plastic free on your own termsLearn how to go plastic free on your own terms with Founder of Plastic Free July and author Rebecca Prince-Ruiz. After starting a one month, plastic-free challenge in 2011, she spurred a global movement of over 250 million people to reduce their plastic use. She talks about the origins of Plastic Free July, connecting to people outside your “eco-bubble,” using intentional language to create a movement, and the impact of behavioral economics on her work to go plastic free.
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Thanks for listening and thanks again to Rebecca Prince-Ruiz for joining us.
For more on Plastic free July, be sure to check o...
2020-07-0252 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhat you learn after 22,000 miles at seaFind out what you learn after 22,000 miles at sea with adventurer and activist Liz Clark. Liz has sailed the Pacific Ocean for 14 years on her boat “Swell,” and shares her lessons learned on how her femininity empowers her sailing, how her environmental work with Changing Tides Foundation and A Ti’a Matairea is making change, and how you have to live sustainably out on the open ocean.
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Thanks for listening and thanks again to Liz Clark for joining us!
Here’s more on Liz…
For more on her voyage and to find her book: https://swellvoyage.com/
Check out Changing...
2020-06-2557 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhat is intersectional environmentalism?Learn how race, gender, and class intersect to affect environmentalism with activist, writer, and intersectional environmentalist Leah Thomas. She breaks down what intersectional environmentalism really is, why conservationists should embrace anti-racism, and how a single, powerful post on social media ignited a movement.
Thanks for listening and thanks again to Leah Thomas for joining us.
For more on Leah:
Check her Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greengirlleah/,
And her original post on Intersectional Environmentalism https://www.instagram.com/p/CAvaxdRJRxu/
Read her article in Vogue https://www.vogue.com/article/why-every-environmentalist-should-be-anti-racist
And most importantly, check out the new platform for Int...
2020-06-1851 minWSL PURE | One OceanHow Costa Rica leads conservation on land and at seaCosta Rica is one of the global leaders in conserving biodiversity on land, and with 92% of its territory at sea, they're working to protect the ocean too. Hear from WSL Championship Tour surfer Brisa Hennessy and Costa Rica’s Environment & Energy Minister Carlos Manuel Rodriguez on the importance of Costa Rica’s biodiversity, the work they’ve done to protect it, and how this affects surf tourism.
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Costa Rica is one of the global leaders in conserving biodiversity on land, and with 92% of its territory at sea, they're working to protect the ocean too. Hear from WSL Champion...
2020-06-1146 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhy conservation wins are the greatest victories of allLearn why conservation wins are the greatest victories of all with two-time Big Wave World Champion Greg Long. He talks about the 30x30 campaign and ocean conservation, how Covid-19 has shown how interconnected we are, finding deeper purpose, and the power of pressing pause.
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Learn why conservation wins are the greatest victories of all with two-time Big Wave World Champion Greg Long. He talks about the 30x30 campaign and ocean conservation, how Covid-19 has shown how interconnected we are, finding deeper purpose, and the power of pressing pause.
Thanks for listening and thanks again to Greg for joining us...
2020-05-2830 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhy COVID-19 is an environmental justice crisisLearn why COVID-19 is an environmental justice crisis with Selema Masekela, producer, surfer, Olympic commentator, and former X-Games host. He discusses how communities of color are being disproportionately affected by the pandemic, inequality in surfing and beach access, and long term underrepresentation in surfing.
This week’s articles:
Covid-19 is disproportionately affecting black and brown communities
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/massachusetts-communities-with-dirty-air-are-coronavirus-hotspots/ar-BB13ouRY
Coronavirus is not just a health crisis — it’s an environmental justice crisis
https://grist.org/justice/coronavirus-is-not-just-a-health-crisis-its-an-environmental-justice-crisis/
And for more backstory on Selema, this is a great primer on his work in the action sp...
2020-05-141h 18WSL PURE | One OceanHow COVID-19 Has Affected Plastic PollutionLearn how COVID-19 has affected plastic pollution with Michael Doshi, Director Of Partnerships at Algalita Marine Research & Education. He talks about how the pandemic has caused a move away from reusable plastic bags, reveals where your recycling ends up at the end of the end of the line, and answers questions from fans.
This week’s articles:
The coronavirus brought back plastic bag madness. Let’s make sure it’s temporary (LA Times) and The Amount Of Plastic Waste Is Surging Because Of The Coronavirus Pandemic (Forbes)
Jakarta’s Trash Mountain: ‘When People Are Desperate for Jobs, They Come Here’ (NY Time...
2020-05-0758 minWSL PURE | One OceanHow an ecosystem is rebuilding in the middle of the oceanLearn how an ecosystem is rebuilding in the middle of the ocean with surfer and adventurer Kona Johnson. He talks about his sailing trip to Palmyra Atoll with John John and Nathan Florence, his experience there exploring nature’s resilience with The Nature Conservancy, and the knowledge and stories he returned home with.
Thanks for listening! Show notes below…!
Head to nature.org/palmyra to learn more about the Palmyra Atoll and The Nature Conservancy’s work there.
Be sure to watch the series Vela. Just go to youtube.com/jjf - Ep 3 is our fav!
Kona works with Kōkua Hawaiʻi...
2020-04-3051 minWSL PURE | One OceanThis Week's Ocean News (April 27)Reece breaks down the week’s ocean news and dives into the science behind Palmyra Atoll’s resilient ecosystem with Chad Wiggins, Marine Program Director at The Nature Conservancy.
Show Notes:
Some of the articles referenced this week:
Here’s what COVID-19 teaches us about 'social learning' and the environment https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/04/here-s-what-covid-19-can-teach-us-about-environmental-action and “What the 'Humans Are the Virus' Meme Gets So Wrong” https://earther.gizmodo.com/what-the-humans-are-the-virus-meme-gets-so-wrong-1842934676
Florida aquarium breeds coral species. This could help save the world's third-largest reef. https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/22/us/florida-aquarium-first-reproduce-ridhed-cactus-coral-trnd/index.html and https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation...
2020-04-2938 minWSL PURE | One OceanThe disaster that led to the creation of Earth Day.On this special episode of the podcast, we honor the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day by digging into its oily Santa Barbara origins with local WSL athletes and leaders from Santa Barbara non-profit organizations. Explore what led to Earth Day’s creation and the positive impact it has had on environmental activism and legislation with Championship Tour surfers Lakey Peterson and Conner Coffin, Executive Director of Santa Barbara Channelkeeper Kira Redmond, Community Environmental Council Program Director Michael Chiacos, and Environmental Defense Center’s Chief Counsel Linda Krop.
For more tips on what you can do this Earth Day, and everyday, visi...
2020-04-2233 minWSL PURE | One OceanThis Week’s Ocean News (April 20)Reece breaks down the week’s ocean news with WSL’s Kim Hogan.
Correction! The Rachel Carson quote is: “In nature, nothing exists alone.”
10 Years After BP Deepwater Horizon Disaster, Oceana Finds No Lessons Learned From Worst Oil Spill in U.S. History https://usa.oceana.org/press-releases/10-years-after-bp-deepwater-horizon-disaster-oceana-finds-no-lessons-learned-worst
US judge cancels permit for Keystone XL pipeline from Canada https://apnews.com/89e3f21d344db86b8743665ea66b892c
A National Mobilization to Defeat the Climate Crisis and Build a Just and Thriving Clean Energy Economy https://medium.com/@sam.t.ricketts/evergreen-action-plan-3f705ecb500a
The Pandemic Could Be an Opport...
2020-04-2215 minWSL PURE | One OceanAustralian Bushfires with Mick Fanning, Jessi Miley-Dyer, Sean Doherty, Amanda McKenzieIn this special episode, Reece connects with four notable figures in the Australian surf community to discuss the aftermath of the fires, why they happened in the first place, and what’s being done now. Three-time WSL World Champion Mick Fanning, WSL’s VP of Tours & Competition Jessi Miley-Dyer, writer and Patagonia Ambassador Sean Doherty, and CEO of Climate Council Amanda McKenzie look back at the impact of the devastating fires, and look forward to the recovery efforts in progress.
Thanks for listening to this special episode of WSL PURE | One Ocean. Here are the show notes for this week...
2020-03-2519 min
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP 02: In A Coronavirus World, Shoppers Demand to be Well, with Wendy Liebmann and Elizabeth GretkowskiIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann, WSL’s CEO & Chief Shopper, interviews Elizabeth Gretkowski, senior consultant at WSL, about The Big Business of WELL. They discuss how shoppers are responding in this time of heightened anxiety, their underlying mindset, share insights from WSL’s How America Shops® research, and define the long-term implications for retailers and manufacturers. They tell you how to reframe your thinking and your business culture.Send us a textVisit our website for transcripts, links mentioned on this episodes, and video podcasts. Subscribe and rate us with your favorite podcast app!
2020-03-1812 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhy a surfer and senator are fighting for Australia's ancient forestsLearn why a surfer and senator are fighting for Australia's ancient forests with WSL Championship Tour surfer and PURE Ambassador Ace Buchan and Senator for Tasmania Peter Whish-Wilson. They discuss their trip to the Tarkine, a region of Tasmia known for its incredible rainforests that is currently under threat from logging, and their interactions with the environmentalists fighting to protect the trees from being cut down. 2020 World Surf League. All Rights Reserved.
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2020-03-1848 minWSL PURE | One OceanHow Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation builds grassroots movements.Learn how Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation builds grassroots movements with Natalie McKinney, the foundation’s Executive Director. She also talks about educating kids on plastic pollution and farming, the positive power of coalitions, and growing up in Hawaii.
Thanks for listening. Before you go for a swim and run for city council, check the show notes...
You can learn more about Kōkua Hawai’i Foundation here https://www.kokuahawaiifoundation.org/ and find them on social media @kokuahawaiifoundation.
And you can check out the Plastic Free Wave we built together a couple years ago, and the recent activation at the 2019...
2020-03-1134 minWSL PURE | One OceanFlotsam + Jetsam (March 6) - This week's ocean news...CONGRATS to the Australian surf community that led the #FightForTheBight…and won!
Energy giant Equinor has abandoned its plans to drill for oil in the Great Australian Bight https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/feb/25/great-australian-bight-equinor-abandons-plans-to-drill-for-oil
CLIMATE
Firstly, the AUS fires are FINALLY out…
And it seems that the present research shows that human caused climate change making the chances of the fires happening at least 30% more likely… https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/04/climate/australia-wildfires-climate-change.html
Great Barrier Reef could be facing the most extensive coral bleaching ever…
https://www.smh.com.au/environment/climate-change/record-february-heat-pushes-reef-corals-closer-to-big-bleaching-event-20200305-p547bc.html
California Had Its Driest Febru...
2020-03-0706 minWSL PURE | One OceanHow surfing empowers women and youth in under-resourced communities.Learn how surfing empowers women and youth in under-resourced communities with Emi Koch, Fulbright National Geographic Storyteller.
So many great notes to follow up on this week!
Learn more about and support Emi’s NGO - Beyond The Surface International https://www.beyondthesurfaceinternational.org/ You can also find her work on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthesurfaceintl/ and https://www.instagram.com/coast2coast.movement/
If you want to see Transformed “Beyond The Surface” it’s available here: https://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/448196/wsl-studios-transformed-season-3-beyond-the-surface?playlistId=447965&s1=watch
We chatted about our experience volunteering in Peru with https://www.wavesford...
2020-03-0449 min
Future Shop Podcast with WSLEP 01: It’s Not About Amazon, with Wendy Liebmann and Candace CorlettIn this episode, Wendy Liebmann, CEO & Chief Shopper, interviews Candace Corlett, president of WSL, about how companies have been pre-occupied with Amazon. They talk about how the shopper, not Amazon, has been disrupting the retail world. And that Amazon is merely the enabler of what shoppers want. They share highlights from WSL’s latest How America Shops® research and tell you how to reframe your thinking.Send us a textVisit our website for transcripts, links mentioned on this episodes, and video podcasts. Subscribe and rate us with your favorite podcast app!
2020-02-1216 minWSL PURE | One OceanWhy your surfboard sucks for the oceanLearn why your surfboard sucks for the ocean and the environment with Ry Harris, eco-board guru and surfboard shaper.
Check out Ry’s work at https://earthtechsurf.com/ and find them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/earthtechnologies/
Scroll down here to see the boards Ry and team laminated at the PURE Village during the Freshwater Pro https://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/421840/wsl-pure-sustainable-innovators-join-forces-at-the-surf-ranch
Learn more about Ecoboard Certification from Sustainable Surf http://www.sustainablesurf.org/ecoboard/
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2020-02-1242 minWSL PURE | One OceanLéa BrassyLearn how living solo takes a village with Léa Brassy: surfer, sailor, spearfisher, and environmentalist.
Thanks for listening!
You can learn more about Léa at her site here http://www.leabrassy.com/ or follow her adventures on Instagram @leabrassy.
Be sure to check out our Glowing Glowing Gone project with Léa et al in Tahiti here: https://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/411463/wsl-pure-raising-awareness-of-the-coral-reef-crisis and learn more about our partners in the project the Coral Gardeners https://www.coralgardeners.org/and Glowing Glowing Gone https://www.glowing.org/
Finally, you can learn from the legend himself, and watch our friend Dr...
2020-01-1556 minWSL PURE | One OceanPresenting WSL PURE | One Ocean: TrailerOur mission to protect our one ocean starts with becoming informed. In this series of enlightening and engaging conversations, WSL PURE’s Reece Pacheco speaks with activists, artists, athletes, and academics, about ocean conservation, sustainability, and how we can all take action to save our seas.
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