Will Foster & Liam Morgan - Podcast Details

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The Mindful SurferNakedness, New Boards & Never Giving upThis weeks intro, we discuss the finer art of managing ones arse crack in the surfing life… After this important discussion we delve into new board purchases and what they’ve done for Wills grovelling potential. Liam discusses recent board resurrections - an old Graham Bunt mid length that’s gonna be the longest board he’s ever ridden! Let the mid length journey begin! We then go onto talk about how honest you’ve got to be about your surf fitness vs what boards you ride & where you get to surf (that the former pl...2025-05-011h 06

The Mindful SurferWhere ever you surf there you areThis weeks intro we dive into the nuances of how you create your own version of surf happiness - in how you view conditions , how often you get to surf, where you surf, who you surf with etc etc And the insight that we come back to over and over is life can’t be better ANYWHERE else not because you’re environment wouldn’t change if you moved to indo but more because it’s YOU who lives there and where ever you surf, there you are. In mind body stoke, Will chats recent diet change...2025-04-141h 13

The Mindful SurferBe brave….have a go!!This week we intro on how tricky our home breaks have been this winter and all the mental (and physical) challenges that’s created. Will then goes onto discuss his recent Bristol Wave Pool experience and he was NOT happy in the first session because of the delays and issues the wave park were having with the new settings. In the end , things all came good due to mental shifts and a huge winner was riding the Machado mashup - frothing on that new board and Will explains why. Liam then goes onto discuss how impo...2025-03-261h 03

The Mindful SurferYour best surfing is yet to comeThis weeks intro we cover Liams and Wills recent surfs and all the successes and challenges they bought along with them. From surfing with difficult people to trying to perform even in the midst of mental/emotional triggers, we hash out what it takes to get better whilst having a good time! Liam goes on to talk about how much fun he had surfing his “cricket net” - a spot where he can simply get stuck into turns without many people around. Will also shares stories from his recent trip to tenerife and was ob...2025-03-171h 14

The Mindful SurferHow to stay stoked & motivatedLiam talks about his recent FireWire seaside session and how he’s been finding it on our home break - he then goes on to share his quiver, how he wants to upgrade it, and why! Will goes onto share his journey on mids and what they can do for our surfing - in having to work on slowing things down, lengthening compressions and therefore improving our style, hand positions, posture and therefore carves. “Step up” performance mids get discussed too and why they can be rad for trips or bigger days at home. We then t...2025-03-011h 19

The Mindful SurferHow to still enjoy surfing in crowdsThis week , we intro with a long chat about empathy in surfing and how it can be applied. We then go onto discuss , - The appeal of the solo surf journey (self resilience) - We discuss what we believe to be the most overused word in surfing - respect! (vs just being “mindful”). - Will shares a crowded surf story he hopes will help other people - Liam shares insights on thought management in crowded lineup - Board talk continues (as per) and chat about how big a differe...2025-02-041h 09

The Mindful SurferMagic boards & Motivational BoostsThis weeks intro we dive deep into a humongous intro - one that lasts the entire show due to the larger than expected break since our last show. In order , we cover : 1. Wills pre tenerife surf training camp 2. Liams ocean knowledge vs wave pool progressions & philosophies 3. Wills no1 ever session in 21 years of surfing and how surprised he was about the board that allowed him the session 4. Why it’s so important to let go of joy 5. How relative “surf progression is” to the human trying to progress 2025-01-221h 15

The Mindful SurferNovelty = happiness = stoke!In this weeks intro, we talk about our favourite wetsuit boots and Will goes full circle with his view on “solite”! Liam then shares how hard he found a recent surf but seeks the positivity in the experience and what it taught him. He also goes into share in his next session only 2 days later, he felt epjc - we then go onto talk about how the universe seems to be set up this way in and out the water! Will shares insights from dialling his quiver and how positive an influence it’s had on his s...2024-12-061h 11

The Mindful SurferSurf trips & Smaller BoardsThis weeks intro is all about the surf trips Liam and Will had been on in recent weeks! We go onto talk about : 1. Why more powerful waves makes EVERYTHING easier 2. Which boards we rode as the wave quality changed 3. How we faced our fears stepping up to new challenges 4. Why going away on a surf trip is such an important part of our surfing development! Enjoy and stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2024-11-181h 05

The Mindful SurferPubes, Placebos & Policing LineupsThis weeks intro we dive deep into the placebo affect - the boards we choose all the way to the foods we eat - what we believe in will probably work! We also go into share a surf story from a recent session (Will told someone to go in!!). Liam then goes onto share how much someone’s self awareness relates to keeping lineups as fair and safe as possible. The boys also go onto talk about the failing adaptation theory - in how falling off more over many (many!) years, we get bette...2024-10-141h 09

The Mindful SurferBristol wave shenanigansWe took a trip to the Bristol wave pool! Liam shared how he found the expert turns on his new seaside fish (maybe a little too much foam!) and then found the extra foam amazing for the setting down on the “advanced”. Will then shares how he found the expert turns on his new mid length (haaaaard going!!!) and then very similarly to Liam, got his 5’11 seaside really working on the advanced. We then go onto talk about how much quicker you can develop your surfing from being able to get “reps” in the wave po...2024-09-271h 06

The Mindful SurferThe rewards are worth the work!Liam intros on why it’s so important to not care how you look on a wave and how positively impactful that mindset was in his recent session in Fistral. Will then shares his recent surf experiences and how much Golf messed up his body for his trip (and how much stretching and re strengthening work he had to do to get back in to “surf shape”). In mind, body , stoke Will shares his “yoga challenge” he placed on himself for his trip and how powerful it was for his surfing (and how bloody crazy gnarly tough...2024-09-061h 00

The Mindful SurferThe secret to surf happinessIn this weeks intro, Liam gives the details on his recent surf life saving event and all the insights that came from it including facing his fears, other competitors and doing something that’s given him huge lifts in motivation for better diet , lifestyle and training! We also go onto chat about how important it is we let go of what people think about us - in how we live our lives, what boards we ride, foods we eat - the LOT! Will goes onto talk about “what makes the happiest surfer?” - someone who can be j...2024-07-2649 min

The Mindful SurferLetting go of Ego = higher performanceThis weeks intro we talk about how powerful ego is in surfing - in what we post on social media, how we perceive other surfers in the lineup and how we perceive our own performance in front of “better surfers”. Will goes onto talk about recent surf sessions on the north coast and how in love with the FireWire seaside he is! He goes onto say “there’s no better surfboard for progressing your rail surfing on open face walls” After mindfulness breath work, Liam goes onto talk about how we can cultivate more contentment in our live...2024-07-091h 10

The Mindful SurferStaying stoked (when you can’t surf)This weeks intro is a mix of emotional triggers on crowds, chat about free stuff we got given (from a golf company!) and how we’ve been staying stoked despite the recent flat spell. The conversation goes into talk about why surfing gives us such a huge boost in stoke - that flow experience of zero thoughts about the past or future, just present joy. We go onto talk about the evolving surfer who develops as much stoke on land as in the sea - through taking on challenges and seeking new flow based horizons. 2024-06-2559 min

The Mindful SurferWetsuits, Wokism, Weaknesses & WeightsThis weeks intro, the boys go in deep on wetsuit reviewing - the ones that we love and the ones we do not (over a 20 year surf career there have been a LOT of different suits!). We then go onto talk about surf brands and how woke a lot of them are trying to be - pushing a silly unconscious message of “what we’re doing to the planet from buying x or y”. And rather than brands go down that road, more just offer what they offer without hypocrisy or negativity. Conversation then goes onto ho...2024-06-041h 03

The Mindful SurferSurf Fitness MotivationApart from Will sounding a bit drunk and bunged up from a cold during the week, he asks “are foamie’s worth buying for your surf progression?”. The boys then hash out the various pros and cons. Liam talks about what he’s done for refent surf fitness gains - in how big an impact his work on land had on his wave count (according to Will “the most waves I’ve ever seen you catch in one hour”!). In mind, body stoke, Will shares how the FireWire seaside has challenged him to eat a cleaner diet so...2024-05-2151 min

The Mindful SurferProgress your mindset, progress your surfingIn this weeks show, we discuss recent surfs and how challenging they’ve been to access energy and therefore wave count and performance. We then ask the question “which is best for surfing - fuel from carbs or fuel from fat?” We go onto share how important it is to consider your personal situation and how you like to surf…are you the guy / gal who sits out the back and waits for sets? Or are you someone who froths like a grommet on the inside? The latter surfer is gonna need a LOT more carbs tha...2024-04-171h 00

The Mindful SurferDelayed gratification, learning and progress.Popped hamstrings, chocolate consumption, recent surfs and supplements. Will has been trying the Rob Machado Seaside and Liam has been on a coaching course. We are chatting about delayed vs instant gratification, Flow, reward, learning and progress. All this and more in the latest episode. 2024-04-021h 02

The Mindful SurferUpgrade your surf motivationIn this weeks intro, we discuss the various surf happiness myths of “do a surf trip = become happier” or “get to surf all the time = become happier” - why do we believe they’re myths? Because we adapt as humans and where ever WE go - there WE are!! We also go onto discuss recent surf sessions and how big a deal Will found getting his board choice right on that session (verses having got it totally wrong the previous day!). Liam goes onto talk about how much joy he got from that recent session and the why...2024-03-0859 min

The Mindful SurferTake your surfing to the next levelIn todays intro, apart from digressing the various nuances of Rob Machado’s pubic hair, we delve deep into what self care can do for your surfing - aka - the better you take care of your body through diet and lifestyle, the better you’ll surf! So why do we question our boards so much when, really, it comes back to the surfer riding them? Because we bloody love boards and we’re lazy :) :) Will goes on to share what changing up his quiver has done recently improve his performance in the ocean. Liam sh...2024-02-201h 00

The Mindful SurferMaximising surfing happinessIn this weeks show, Will reveals some of his stories from a recent trip to the canaries and the challenges that were involved…a mix of weird “good surf vs shit surf” forecast expectation anxiety that builds pre surf! The boys then go onto share their thoughts on board choices - in how much they affect that sweet spot between performance and joy factor…and how incredibly challenging (and interesting) it is to navigate that journey regarding volume, rocker, fin choice etc etc. in mind body stoke, Liam goes on to share his thoughts (and feelings...2024-02-061h 05

The Mindful SurferHow to feel more stokedThis week, our intro is all about our biggest ambition as surfers - happiness. Happiness in the ocean, in our health, love lives - all of it! What ever we do on land affects our performance (and joy) and vise versa. In mind body Stoke, Will covers why integration of wellness habits is so much more powerful than waiting til (waiting til the gym, waiting til the yoga class etc) - to use this exact moment to do a small thing that can lead to big gains over time. Liam goes on to share his in...2024-01-121h 07

The Mindful SurferOvercoming surfing plateauThis week, we dive deep into board choice - what it does for your surfing and why it’s so important to keep updating your quiver as often as you can. We then delve into what holds surfers back from progression and then what to do about it…with mind work, body work, evolving your boards, who you surf with, where you surf - we really go round the houses of nuance so we can get more from the ocean! In mind body Stoke, Will talks about the benefits of fasting for life and surf perf...2023-12-1354 min

The Mindful SurferSurfline BS & Oneill Sponsorship!In this weeks show we intro on.our oneill wetsuit obsession and reveal all with recent escapades with their wetsuits and sponsorship!! We also go onto what Surfline forecasting has done to our heads - the good, the bad and the ugly , in how to navigate “the future” as a surfer looking for that next dopamine hit. In mind body Stoke, Liam shares recent fitness discipline challenges and how he’s learned to dial it back in because it’s worth it and it’s all about building momentum. Will shares his recent use of a ‘TEN...2023-11-2450 min

The Mindful SurferPre Surf MotivationIn this weeks show, we intro on boards (as per!) which leads onto our recent surfs and how we’ve been finding our boards, minds and bodies - Will riding his new 7’6 mid length and Liam still trying to get the most out of his 5’5 Hydra. We also talk about the philosophy of a) how you’re surfing now and b) how you’d like to surf in the future - and finding the balance between accepting your basic physical limitations whilst also being ambitious about what you can do to create a new future - better turns, less...2023-10-2755 min

The Mindful SurferStaying Calm in Difficult SurfsThis week, we go deep into what it’s like to head into a busy (or local) lineup - all the nuances of ego, localism, surf ability and pre judgement come into play and we go round the house (with some crap ozzy impressions thrown in for good measure). In mind, body and Stoke we talk about Wills recent zero carb journey to reduce inflammation in his ankle and how much we recommend experimentation (and research what happened in the 60’s around “health” and the myths around saturated fat). We accidentally smash Gul wetsuits to bits and...2023-10-1356 min

The Mindful SurferIs Surfing the BEST exercise there is?In this weeks show, we pose the question “is surfing the best form of exercise you can do?”. That injection of high intense spurts of movement followed by rest feels pretty darn good for the body (and mind) but there are pitfalls we can fall into which we cover in detail. We also talk dive deep into high performance grovellers vs high performance mid lengths for 80% of the surf we get, the virtues of both and how to dial that in to get more performance and joy. Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam...2023-09-2947 min

The Mindful SurferPub Surfer & Board BuyingWhat is the pub surfer? It’s he / she who tells a good story. Why? Because it’s fun and it’s probably ego. But that’s ok because we’re all human! We delve into the banterful side of how inflated we make our “barrel stories” and then go onto dive deep into our own barrel stories and how they point to “have we had the hours of practice??!!” We go onto discuss board buying - with all the nuances of finance, values & taking a chance mixed into it. In mind , body Stoke , Will shares...2023-09-1459 min

The Mindful SurferIt’s been awesome - thank you!On our 100th show - we have a free giveaway to announce! And a chance to say thank you to you!! Liam goes on to talk about recent surfboard purchase jinx - bought a new board then didn’t get to surf it for longer than he’d like! We go on to discuss the importance of building a quiver over time and why patience is so important in that process. Will goes on to talk about how vital awareness is in building a better surf life - one that rides the challenges of not...2023-08-211h 05

The Mindful SurferFoamies, Friends & FastingThis week, we talk about a recent surf trip with the lads where we had a foam party switching up everyone's shapes for some fun and discovery about which boards to try next. We also uncover Will's recent extended fasting experience and how powerful it was for lowering inflammation and improving surf performance. Liam also has very cool news to share - a famous surfer is a fan of his style!! Find out who by tuning in! Stay stoked guys and enjoy the show! Will & Liam 2023-06-2753 min

The Mindful SurferWave Pools & Wacky DietsThis week, we record the show by a river for extra high vibes and good times! We start off by talking about recent board purchases! Then, we delve deep into our recent Bristol wave pool visit - what we enjoyed and did well and what we didn't enjoy or do very well...loads of good nuggets to share! In mind, body stoke, we dove into the impact Will's recent diet changes have had on his inflammation levels and overall mindset for both on land (and in the ocean). Liam then goes ont...2023-06-0657 min

The Mindful SurferMore surf joy, more of the timeThis week, we dive into the nuances of how to enjoy your surfing more - in taking care of your body, who you go surfing with, how you manage your thoughts and how to remain inspired by other surfers who you'd love to surf like one day. We also talk about recent surfs and the injuries that've been picked up from them! We also cover the question "what is the ideal amount of time in the ocean to get the most joy & performance?" and cover all the nuances that come with this Q! Sta...2023-05-2351 min

The Mindful SurferSurf Trips and Local wavesWill has been on a trip to the Canaries and is back to share stories of surf adventures in warmer waves. We chat localism, sabotage of your own fitness gains, low carb energy lulls and junky surfs all in the lumpy shorebreak that is Episode 96 of the Mindful Surfer Show. Thanks to everyone in every corner of the surfing universe and beyond for tuning in and joining us for the ride. xx 2023-04-1049 min

The Mindful SurferDialling up the ’Stoke-O-Meter’ to 11Welcome back gang. In this episode we talk recent surfs, booze, caffeine, chasing dopamine, surf media, unrecorded episodes, revving up the ‘Stoke-o-meter' challenging conditions, micro waves, new boards, fins and anticipation. We look at what we value as surfers from boards and waves to lifestyle. There’s sleep, supplements, Chris Hemsworth and more, all in the shorebreak wedge that is episode 95 of the Mindful Surfer Podcast. Thanks as always for tuning in and joining us on this ride. Big Love Liam and Will. x 2023-03-1341 min

The Mindful SurferCreating a happier surf mindsetThis week, we dive into what makes us happier in the ocean - in; - the attitude we take in the water - how we deal (mentally) with our surfing fears - the boards we ride - who we choose to go surfing with and... - how well we take care of our mind & body on land Enjoy the show guys! Stay stoked! Will & Liam 2023-02-2057 min

The Mindful SurferWhy ego holds us back (and what to do about it)This week, we dive deep into why the ego is what holds us back from surf progression...we then talk about what we can do about it! In true "mindful surfer" vibes, we discuss how to use awareness of your breath and your thoughts to allow the negativity to pass - falling off your board, not being able to get in the water, crowds, fears etc etc! As Liam said "every person who's not on the dance floor watching people who're on it want to be that person who's on the floor...be the person on...2023-02-0650 min

The Mindful SurferStaying calm & confident in the surfWe dive deep into what it's like to be triggered by our own negative thought and feeling spirals whilst in the surf - in how related they are to our own unique set of likes/dislikes and past experiences. We also discuss the recent documentary with Jonah Hill called "don't look up" and chat about the super practical tools we can use to make our experience calmer and happier...in facing uncertainty and discomfort with skills that can have a really positive impact. We also go onto to cover breathing exercises and chat about motivation to...2023-01-2357 min

The Mindful SurferHow to keep progressing no matter whatThis week, we chat about 2 uniquely different sessions - one of pure joy and stoke and one of terror, anger and frustration... And despite the up and down nature of it all - there's still so many positives to take from the challenge and we chat about how to make sure you take those learning nuggets into your next surf so you can feel like you're always progressing (even when it doesn't go your way). We also talk about fasting - its powerful healing affect on your joints as well as how to hack it a...2022-12-1948 min

The Mindful SurferHow you can grow from challengesWe delve deep into what it means to "label" each other in the surf - kook vs pro, longboard vs short .... etc .... etc ... and how righteous we can become as surfers! We also cover; - recent injuries - board choice changes - how to grow from life's challenges (both in and out of the water) Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-11-3055 min

The Mindful SurferHow to feel happier in your surfingThis week, we delve deep into how to feel happier from your surfing journey from; - the importance of coaching - letting go of how you look on the wave - being authentic about how you want to surf - surrounding your self with like minded surfers! - eating better diet for improved performance and therefore flow experience Stay stoked guys! Much love, Will 2022-11-1458 min

The Mindful SurferHow to dial your boardsThis week, we do a BIG intro just on boards - what we've loved, loathed and found "in between"... We go onto talk about the impact surf coaching and having people see you surf can have on your progression - and how our ego's and character can be tested in this progression journey too! We finish our mega board intro with some mindfulness practice and talking about how to let go of addictive food habits that might be holding you back from getting to the next level in your surfing (and life!) Stay st...2022-10-3151 min

The Mindful SurferWetsuits, Wave Size & Waking UpThis week, we cover a proper wetsuit review and call out the brands we love (and don't love) and get talking about the old adage 'you get what you pay for'. We then discuss conquering bigger waves and the mindset that goes into them... The chat evolves onto 'waking up' - to becoming more aware of how you are, how you feel and how you think - and how closely related it all is to the breath! Stay stoked guys! Will x 2022-10-101h 00

The Mindful SurferGetting the best board for youThis weeks show, we delve into recent surf sessions - what we learned about mindset, board choice and fitness levels necessary to make the most of the upcoming Autumn! We also talk about the powerful effect yoga & strength training can have on your surfing (AND how to actually bloody fit it in to a busy life!) Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-09-051h 05

The Mindful SurferRelax...no one actually cares how you surf!This week, we dive deep into letting go of ego - the part of us that cares so greatly that we don't fall off or kook it up in front of a crowded or intense line up... Liam discusses recent surf trips to the Bristol wave park - loving life in board shorts no less!! He rode his twinny and goes onto to talk about a thought experiment into what it might be like to test out loads of different boards and approaches to surfing at a wave park and what it could do to advance your...2022-08-081h 00

The Mindful SurferDon’t become a great surferThis week, we intro on what makes a "happier surfer" - someone who seems to continually enjoy this amazing sport compared with their peers. In Mind, Body & Stoke, we discuss diet and Will's recent "zero carb" approach and how it's helped his knee and overall health. We also go deep on the recent Kelly Slater docu-series that's been showing on YouTube...and how despite surfing greatness - the GOAT doesn't actually seem happy or stoked with it. Liam also fly's in with probably the best Rob Machado impression of all time! Stay...2022-07-1858 min

The Mindful SurferBeing true to your own surf happinessThis week, we talk about the impact flow experiences coming from surfing, meditation, sports and activities and how individual that is - for some its; bigger waves, for others.... it's small waves, for some it's; surfing socially with big groups of friends, for others... It's surfing alone.. What ever it is - its about being authentic as to what YOUR version of surf happiness you like best! Stay stoked guys! Liam & Will 2022-06-2055 min

The Mindful SurferHow to Surf like NO ONES watchingThe lads talk about the crazy cool world of surf footage - photos, videos, instagram and how it interplays with our progression and the egoic roller coaster ride of "oooo I like good" vs "oooo I look baaaaaad" and how to carve our way through that world with a smile! The lads philosophise how much Surfing is about staying in the middle between having goals, ambition etc (if that feels natural) and knowing how to stop ego from getting too in the way of why you started and why you want to carry on - JOY! ...2022-05-121h 04

The Mindful SurferFeel better = look better!This week, we explore the inside-out job that is how you feel when you're on your board and how affecting it is to how you look on your board - how much spray you produce, your style - everything If you can surf with a pure stoke, your performance levels go up and we're humbled by this every time we surf! Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-04-201h 15

The Mindful SurferHow to love your surfingThis week, we dive deep on how to remove shields to get more from the sport of surfing... We also cover how to manage an overactive mind - one that tries over predicting the future as well as mull over the past. Stay stoked guys! Will 2022-03-291h 00

The Mindful SurferKelly’s pubes, twinnies & wipeoutsIn this weeks show, we chat about Kelly Slater's pubes, Will's recent 7'0 mid length surfing and Liam's keel twin experience. In other stories, we talk about recent surfs - in what they did to challenge our minds and affect the stoke levels and get on to talk about why it's SOOOO important to let go of how our surfing looks (vs how it feels!!). Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-03-1441 min

The Mindful SurferSelfish Surfers = Happy SurfersThis weeks intro covers everything involved with a life aiming for balance and yet still getting in your waves - yes, there are partners, kids, jobs, dogs and chores that need tending, BUT... You've got to take your chance to get your waves! And... There's NOTHING to feel guilty about that! Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-03-0749 min

The Mindful SurferHow to improve your surfing nowWe're back.... After Portugal Trips, Covid and half term holidays, we're back in the studio! Will covers big wave stories from his recent Portugal trip, Liam chats about the pro's and con's of quad fins in a wide tail board, We then both get deep on what it is happy, successful surfers do differently - in how their habit formation moves away from black and whites "on or off" the training/nutrition towards a more nuanced, daily routine. Its great to be back! Much love and stay stok...2022-02-2857 min

The Mindful SurferWhy are some surfers more stoked?In this weeks show, after the boys have recovered from Will's monstrously awful fart at the beginning, we go onto our longest ever intro chatting through a range of topics including: 1. Surf-Life balance 2. Surf fitness 3. Butt-holes paddling in front of us (aka "the cave") - just listen 4. Surfing expectation do's and don'ts 5. Self honesty and why its the key to growth in and out the water Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2022-01-241h 09

The Mindful SurferLovely backsideThis week, we're back after 3 weeks off from recording due to holidays, sickness and loads of surfing. In this episode, we cover how to manage your mind and stay calm even when fear thoughts start entering the picture. We also talk loads about nutrition and how to make the most of your diet so you can get the most stoke (and performance) from your surfing! Enjoy guys and stay stoked! Will & Liam 2022-01-171h 03

The Mindful SurferNavigating Surf Marketing BSThis week, we go deep on surf kit; the in's and outs of wetsuits, boots, boards and the marketing that goes into them. After we've put the surf marketing world to rights, we go onto share insights on how to manage anxious thoughts in everyday life. Lastly, we go onto explain how normal it is to go through an up and down journey in your surf career - that almost every surf you ever have will be different to the last one and learn to let go of total control of this natural process. S...2021-12-2056 min

The Mindful SurferFeel the fear and do it anywayThis week, Will shares a near death experience that shook him to his core (and chats about how it affected him in the surf)... Liam goes on to share his thoughts on how to manage fear in a world trying to make you do and believe things you don't want to! We also go onto share insights around the benefits of fasting and have a new segment "listeners questions" going on to talk about boards for UK waves Stay stoked Guys! Will & Liam 2021-12-141h 02

The Mindful SurferFeel the fear and do it anywayThis week, Will discusses his recent big wave experience and "the wipeout of my life"!! Liam goes on to share insights around fear - in how when we face them (both in and out of the ocean) we become the people we're destined to become. The boys then go onto how to navigate and accept the huge variation of opinions in today's world - namely the opinion people have of you and how to not give a fuck about it! There's mention of fasting hacks for getting leaner as well as a new se...2021-12-141h 01

The Mindful SurferSound of the ”shit wave” policeThis week, we record sat outside in the cold after a great little surf at our local. We share how big a role expectation plays in a surfers life - and why surf forecasts are such a double edged sword! We then go onto talk about the "shit wave" police and why so many surfers are missing out on joy that's found in just surfing the waves you have (and not mind surfing the ones you don't!). Stay stoked guys! Will & Liam 2021-11-291h 01

The Mindful SurferFeeling like a kookThis week, Will has an "accident" on the way to the surf whilst Liam's been grafting at home DIY'ing. The boys digress the in's and out's of wetsuit choices and why anything but an O'neill seems to be a mistake! Will shares a story from feeling like a massive kook at a popular wave and how he works through the triggers... Liam shares the insight about flow experience - how do we reach and maintain it going into waves (or crowds) that challenge us more than normal. In mind'body'stoke, Liam shares stor...2021-11-2246 min

The Mindful SurferThe best wave of your life is comingLiam and I cover the in's and out's of recent board purchases - Will's smaller, curvier channel islands "rocket wide" gets taken out in a punchy Cornish beach which proves both challenging and exciting all at once. Liam discusses his foamie journey - what he's loved and what he's found challenging when putting these wonderfully light hearted pieces of kit to the test in a range of conditions. We then go onto make the statement "the best wave of your life is coming....if...." - if you take care of your body and mind enough to...2021-11-1048 min

The Mindful SurferHow you look vs how you feelIn episode 69, Liam and Will cover the recent challenges of bigger waves to video footage from the Bristol wave - in how it can warp our surfing motivations away from how it feels to how it looks. We discuss the power of leaning into the uncomfortable - that stoke lays the other side of persevering long enough to make gains in your surf progression so you can reach flow states more often. We also cover why a morning routine is vital to your surf stoke - to set up good vibes for the day ahead, wh...2021-11-0449 min

The Mindful SurferVibrators & Crowd FrustrationsIn episode 68, Liam and Will are back in the studio bringing you epic sound and silly intro chats revolving around vibrators aiding recovery. We disclose recent SUP struggles - in witnessing wave hoggery and being able to stay calm about it (well, kind of :) There's also chat about how we see our surf progression - in how good it feels when it's going well and how difficult it can seem when it's not (and how to remain calm and centred along the up and down path). Hope you enjoy guys! Liam & Will...2021-10-2652 min

The Mindful SurferEp.66 | Poo StanceWelcome back gang, We are out of the studio testing new audio equipment for this episode and without our editor so forgive any blips! This week we are mulling performance anxiety, poo explosions, board choice, dogs, dream surfs, spirituality and the universe. All this and so much more in the rolling shore break that is episode 66 of the Mindful Surfer show. 2021-09-271h 04

The Mindful SurferEp.65 | Winning WaysWe are chatting bio mechanics, body movements, surfing technique, OMBE, winning competitions and why if you can’t do it on land you can’t do it in the ocean. We discuss why we are keeping the show as ABC, ‘anything but covid’. We talk non judgement, taking feedback and trying to embrace oneness. Liam’s squad have brought back medals from the regional competition and Will is quoting his favourite film. There is joy, freedom, fear, board choice, Keanu Reeves, slowing down, unexpected surfs and more if you can paddle out to join us for the la...2021-09-2048 min

The Mindful SurferEp.64 | Collision CourseHello again gang, is summer really over and is the promised swell now on its way? This week we are paddling out to chat crazy line ups, comedy surfing, red and yellow flags, boogie boarding, spontaneity, shore dump barrels, being a mindful parent on the beach, the side effects of excess, body awareness and training our weaknesses. Liam surfs Fistral for the first time ever and find out why Will has been falling foul of lifeguards at his local. All this and more in the spilling September wave that is episode 64 of the Mindful Surfer show. 2021-09-1347 min

The Mindful SurferEp.63 | Those, Lazy-Hazy-Crazy, Days of Summer.Thanks for tuning in gang. We are back in the studio after our extended break to chat holidays, summer mayhem, neggy vibes, ‘pub surfers’ , big crowds, mush burgers, gratitude, stress, triggers, breathing, mindset and more. We look at mid-lengths, as Will tries out his new board and Liam is still having a summer romance with his Mick Fanning foamie. Jump in and paddle out to greet the arrival of the early autumn swell that is episode 63 of the Mindful Surfer show. Mentioned in the show. Ornella Nicolosi https://games.crossfit.com/athle...2021-09-0751 min

The Mindful SurferEp 62 | The WaveWelcome back Mindful Surfers we are back after a week off for weddings and holidays to dive straight into other podcasts, joy, face to face energy, human conversations, sharing joy, ancestral connections, finding your good vibe tribes and surrounding yourself with genuine friends. We discuss our most recent trip to try the advanced left and right at the Bristol wave, talking through all of our learnings from being in a man made wave pool. We even mull which one would we build if we had Matt Biolos’ money! We cover food, meat eating, comparison and being able to a...2021-08-161h 04

The Mindful SurferEp.61 | Going for Gold.Welcome back gang. This week we chat Rob Machado's hair, surfing as dancing, over excitement, being kind to yourself and the sun, sea and surf combo as an aphrodisiac. We talk Matt Biolos, lost surfboards, Olympic champion Carissa Moore and everyday surfing. Fantasy surf spots, breathwork and surf-life parallels, personal responsibility and getting the best out of surfing and life. Will finds time to play the bird, muffin or horse game and Liam is looking forward to an imminent trip to the Wave. All this and of course much, much, more in the...2021-07-3043 min

The Mindful SurferEp.60 | Endless BummerWelcome back Mindful Surfers. We are into week 2 of another summer flat spell and as well as baking in a super-hot studio we are chatting image, ethical surf wear, being marketed to, surf shop aromas, boards that make you a better human and subjective wellbeing. We look at wellness influencing on social media and the need to do your own research. Liam is trying to dress like a surfer while he isn’t surfing and Will is talking chaffing. The Mindless surfer makes a reappearance and this time he has company. There is Chaos, heat, nudit...2021-07-2347 min

The Mindful SurferEp.59 | Quiver, Quiver.Welcome back gang, thanks for paddling back out for another session. This week we are chatting boards, judgement, image, coaching platforms and getting the most out of our surfs. We mull the tyranny of choice , eating clean, living in a distraction economy and how meditation is the ultimate balance to this ‘always-on’ world. There are mind body connections, Liam is learning when to rest and Will is plugging his book All this and so much more in the wedgy shore break that is Episode 59 of the Mindful Surfer show. Mentioned in the show. 2021-07-1650 min

The Mindful SurferEp.58 | New Balls Please!Dead donkeys, vitamin D in places the sun doesn’t shine, naked surfing, liberation, rare pumping summer swells and dream sessions. Joy, laughter, high vibes, attraction, abundance, breathwork and more in the sun drenched July session that is Episode 58 of the Mindful Surfer show. Mentioned in the show https://vimeo.com/ondemand/flickpalmateerskindeep https://www.instagram.com/flickpalmateer/?hl=en 2021-07-0948 min

The Mindful SurferEp.57 | Mind GainsThis week we delve into micro waves, surf trips, sharks, acceptance and fear. Life can’t always be peeling waves and sunshine so how do we make the most of what we get from the ocean and back on land. We are working on mind gains along with full body training. Will is talking getting too lean and has Liam invented a new word? All this and more in the wave pool barrel that is episode 57 of the Mindful Surfer show. Mentioned in the show. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugenie_Clark ...2021-07-0248 min

The Mindful SurferEp.56 | The Sound of SilenceWelcome back gang. This week we are looking at whether words can do justice to the joy of surfing and this beautiful thing that is life. We explore putting joy into all experiences, making the present moment your friend and tapping into the mysteries of the universe. Not to mention how having a back door into mindfulness through surfing connects surfers to spirituality. We chat play for it’s own sake, surfing like no one is watching, doing things for you alone and for the joy of expressing yourself without worrying what anyone thinks. We have deep brea...2021-06-2549 min

The Mindful SurferEp.55 | La dernière vagueHello again Mindful Surfers. This week we are editorless for a raw and uncut show. We discuss this week’s thumping session in Cornwall exploring all the learnings and joy that it brought. We cover silk sheet moments, expensive kit, the surf and sun gods lining up in harmony, magazine surfing, grovelers vs shortboards and board choice tyranny, why it isn’t bad to admit being a beginner at any stage and how with self-honesty comes improvement in all aspects of life. We are also asking the question – ‘what even is mindfulness?’ Will has lapsed into pube t...2021-06-181h 02

The Mindful SurferEp.54 | The Never Ending Story.Hello again gang and a very warm welcome to the latest episode where we are talking - food stuffs, seed oils, hyper-palatability, not being able to out train bad diets, surf fitness improvements, well-being and will power. We chat infinite games and how to enjoy the journey rather than itching for the destination. There is more on being honest with yourself on the road to gains as well as our regular spots on breath work and surf media insight. Will is working on his press up challenge and Liam has discovered the Baywatch channel. All...2021-06-1144 min

The Mindful SurferEp.53 | Walking on sunshine.Welcome to the latest episode Mindful surfers. This week we are chatting sunshine, waves and public holidays. Getting off grovellers and on to shortboards, being humbled by decent waves, fear, surfing the conditions you enjoy and knowing what you like. There is energy healing, dealing with setbacks, hesitation, commitment, the consequence of inaction, wipeouts and how words cannot begin to do justice to the wonder that is life and surfing. Will is chatting his love of bigger waves, foods and inflammation and Liam is primed for trying the ply with bellyboarding. All this and more i...2021-06-0444 min

The Mindful SurferEp.52 | Walking the talk.As we hit episode 52 we are asking whether surf and lifestyle brands actually walk the talk. We have more on training weaknesses, work and surf life balance and how no one can or is going to do the hard work for you. We talk pub surfers, judgement and ask what is surfing to you? Bit of a disclaimer Liam’s microphone was a bit temperamental in this episode. Mentioned in the show. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maya_Gabeira https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPj1iPyIOo8 https://athleanx.co...2021-05-2846 min

The Mindful SurferEp.51 | Pump up the volume.Almost a year of paddling around in the foam ball that that is surf and mindfulness podcasting gang. This week we are chatting hail stones in summer time, wave gifts from the surf gods, putting training into practice, board volume, speed, social media and TV negativity. Is it easier to go from mush burgers to great waves than it is to transition from great surf to sloppy? and is this simply the truest metaphor for life. If you can squeeze joy out of the mundane then you ride the highs and lows whereas chasing perfection as us...2021-05-2152 min

The Mindful SurferEp.50 | We don't need no educationHappy Friday Mindful Surfers. Thanks for pulling your wetsuits back on as we dive in and talk about peaceful but nuanced debate, the importance of including different viewpoints in your life, broadening what you read and doing your own research on the things that matter. We chat diversity of thought, mental and spiritual wellness, rejection and vulnerability, meat diets, impractical surf hair, Matt Biolos and the importance of trusting your instincts. All this and of course much more in the belly-board-wave-slide that is episode 50 of the Mindful Surfer Podcast. Mentioned in the show.2021-05-1445 min

The Mindful SurferEp.49 | Just BreatheThanks for getting towed into the latest show gang. This week we are looking at performance anxiety, sweating the small stuff, contagious behaviour, fear – real and perceived, bigger waves, heart rate, mind-to-body connections, intuition, trusting your instincts, safety zones, hold downs, training for life and our menacing local seal. There is infinite and finite games, cheat codes for life, being happy for others and dealing with pushing comfort zones. Liam is back in the pool training for surf lifesaving and Will is chatting ego and Will Ferrell movies. All this and more in the double ove...2021-05-0749 min

The Mindful SurferEp.48 | Liar LiarThanks for paddling back out with us gang. This week we find out if Will really did give up surfing for meditation in the face of a long awaited swell? We are also discuss the mad race to the beach when a swell arrives, long suffering families , not taking our own advice, forgiveness, control and the art of being kind to yourself. There’s more on judgement, fear, ego, novelty, joy, longboards and the importance of laughing at those in power. Liam’s accepting his zero wave sesh and learning to let go and Will has had a rar...2021-04-3045 min

The Mindful SurferEp.47 | Tiny Wave DancersWelcome to the latest show gang, this week we look towards light at the end of the flat spell tunnel, stress and the effects on mind and body, nootropics, bullet proof coffees, mush burgers, new boards, taking things out of context, Instagram, Ben Gravy’s trolls and Will giving up surfing and swearing. And did Matt Biolos and Occy really drop into the mindful surfer studio? All this and more in the novelty wave that is episode 47 of the mindful surfer podcast. We would love you to share any ideas, recommendations or questions for the sho...2021-04-2338 min

The Mindful SurferEp.46 | Hello flat spell my old friend.Thanks for paddling back out to join us for the latest show gang! This week we chat Beckham, hair bands, critics, comments boards on surf websites, labels, getting lost in your own biases, weirdness, good surf crowds, loving people with different views, cycling, rest, finding flat spell activities, out-training bad diets, aerobic conditioning, meditation, spontaneity, music and more... All this in the flat spell inspired scenic paddle board ride that is episode 46 of the Mindful Surfer podcast. Mentioned in the show. Aubrey Marcus https://www.aubreymarcus.com/blogs/aubrey-marcus-podcast Tim Samuels h...2021-04-1640 min

The Mindful SurferEp.45 | Burnout. 10 hacks for surf recovery.Hello again gang and if you are joining us for the first time it’s nice to have you along for the ride. This week Will is doing his best to keep things clean as we delve into long board vs short board musings, burnout, hitting the surf wall, saggy balls, nuance, supplements and sleep. Liam has a new board and Will is sharing his 10 hacks for surf recovery. We chat functional patterns, injuries, mind – body connections and loads more all in the magnificently blown out mush burger wave that is episode 45 of the Mindful Surfer Podcast. 2021-04-0947 min

The Mindful SurferEp.44 | Let it goWelcome back gang! This week’s show has bottom turned its way to BOLT scores, board choices, selfishness, nutrition for wellness rather than the look, visualition and putting in the hard yards to create free and fluid expression in every aspect of life. There is confessions of snaking and dropping in, real grumpy surfers and are any of us free of sin or ego.? Will is reading the oxygen advantage and Liam is still battling Will’s toilet humour. Liam is still bigging up Clayton and the Ombe team for the way it is helping his surfing gain...2021-04-0245 min

The Mindful SurferEp.43 | One for the road...Welcome back gang, the weekly show has landed it’s latest 360 air and this time we are looking at leaving the party on a high, knowing when to get out of the water, 10,000 hours of practice, taking training seriously but with a smile on your face, not trying-trying, nudity, image, meditation, change, crowds, hierarchies, hustling and knowing your happy place when it comes to waves. Liam is waxing lyrical about beer and signing up to the brilliant Ombe Surf coaching platform and Will is talking, flat spells, surf skates and dialling fins for his new board ...2021-03-2551 min

The Mindful SurferEp.42 | Whose wave is it anyway?Welcome back Mindful Surfers. This week we are chatting, good vibes at wave pools, summer crowds, queues, snaking, happiness, fixed states, control, fear and how good vibrations attract waves. We look at Eckhart Tolle, serotonin, over consumption of 24/7 news cycles and whether the happiest people are those who escape the addiction of wall to wall bulletins. Especially if they get out and get in the Ocean. We are attempting to take our own advice to take breaks from the mind numbing effects of social media and building on the many reasons to be cheerful rather than fearful. 2021-03-1851 min

The Mindful SurferEp.41 | Why Don't You?Welcome back gang. This week we are chatting, FOMO, being stoked for others, gardening, micro waves, hitting the right notes and on land practice. We mull the freedom of not caring what others think and how this is a gateway to joy and play whatever your age. There is more breathwork in the Mindful Surfer Segment and how mindfulness practice is a slow burner but the rewards of getting comfortable with stillness and silence are deeper over time. We cover Pre bed rituals, the distraction of surf and social media, being sucked into the comparison vortex, self-honesty an...2021-03-1250 min

The Mindful SurferEp.40 | Pumping ProfanitiesHello gang! This week we are talking - Drop ins, mistakes, living in glass houses while throwing stones around, surfing nemesis, grafting, selfishness, surf blockers, Italian podcast charts and even a bit of non-surf media, surf media. There is the mindful surfer segment as well as the usual mind, body and stoke hacks. Will is talking ‘hutters crutch’ , Liam is playing sweary bingo and is a taste for booze interrupting all those surfing gains? Paddle in and take off with us on the barrelling wave that is Episode 40. Mentioned in the show. https...2021-03-0350 min

The Mindful SurferEp.39 | Constant CravingDeep breath gang. We are talking, face sprays, critics, cravings, walking the line between order and chaos, constructive coaching versus naysayers and detractors, mindfulness, surf media, diets, will-power, beer, cereal, fins and more all wrapped up with love and laughter into his weeks podcast. Thanks so much to all you beautiful beings for tuning in and keeping us stoked. We are grateful to have you all along for the ride. Here is to longer nights and good vibes. Mentioned in the show. @dragboardco https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGi-wsJWIRk 2021-02-2443 min

The Mindful SurferEp.38 | Surf Shields & the sound of the 'Shit Wave' Police.We are talking anticipation and expectation, Hemmingway, breath work, and body hacks. There is the pain of dropping the ‘surf shield’, getting comfortable with uncomfortable, ego challenges, training our weaknesses and starting with the hard stuff first. It’s been a world of Cold water surfing for us and we are chatting just how incredible surfing must be for humans to jump through the ring of ice for just one turn, or one wave ridden to its fullest. We uncover the ‘Shit Wave Police’ telling anyone who will listen whether its ‘good’ enough to get in and asking whether i...2021-02-1851 min

The Mindful SurferEp.37 | Passion & PurposeThe ‘surfers’ hair debate rattles on and Will is exploring his surf pube fascination and his ‘Charlton knots’. There is laughter, depth, dopamine hits, meditation, secret spots, endless swell and some monster waves. We work through Challenging yourself, grit, gratitude, building flow stacks, as well as blockers to wave chasing. We also talk scarcity versus abundance and building gratitude for what we do have. Setting ourselves free from societal or self-imposed walls that hold us all back and giving everyone space to try out their authentic selves. Wherever you surf, that’s where you are. Than...2021-02-1053 min

The Mindful SurferEp.36 | Get wet and don't get upset.A post session recording, where we are chatting, Board apologists, peacocking (especially us fellas) and riding boards for image rather than function or feel. Liam is talking books and the depth that long form exploration allows you to access. There is more on cold water therapy, vagus nerve soothers, recent mind, body and stoke hacks and even a spot on hair care :) Pub bores, big waves, books, bums and more. All wrapped into the latest episode of the Mindful Surfer podcast. Surf how you want gang on whatever you want. Go get wet and don’t get...2021-02-0355 min

The Mindful SurferEp.35 | Becoming IncredibleBecoming Incredible. We are talking tricky crowds, in water triggers, calling out bad behaviour, on shore howlers and crisp clean days. Are locals more ‘deserving’ of waves? who has a ‘run-in’ with a SUP rider and what happened next? There is the Mindful Surfer mediation segment, celebrating sharing waves with good folks, getting into flow and rhythm in positive line ups, which all turns up the stoke machine to 11. We even bump into very mindful surfer Adz from @the_grumpy_surfer_podcast at the local for banging waves and good vibes. Big shou...2021-01-2747 min

The Mindful SurferEp. 34 | Eating ElephantsWill and Liam, chat ‘Millionaire surfing’, overtraining, getting comfortable with boredom and eating elephants. What can you do when you can’t surf? Is there such a thing as overtraining and can Mindfulness help us through harder more lockdowned times?. Will and Liam talk taking the small steps every day to get the improvements that will lead you to be ready. For life and for surf. The Mindful Surfer segment focuses on breathwork and meditation and the boys mull the continual search for surfboard testing videos from manufacturers, where real surfers at different levels...2021-01-2048 min

The Mindful SurferEp.33 | Judgement Days.Back with a new season for 2021 Liam and Will are mulling surf, life and love as a new lockdown kicks in. Talking masks, risk, the complex world and why being taught how to think rather than what to think is the road to an open mind. How judgement on all sides and not seeing the nuance in situations leads to anger, labels and frustration rather than understanding and harmony. Will talks Kaizen theory, making small improvements every day and surf triggers. The boys cover Wim Hof, New Years day swimming and getting comfortable with uncomfortable. Af...2021-01-1343 min

The Mindful SurferEp.32 | Archive: Mindless SurfingThe boys talk mindless surfing, strength training, boards, diets and lifestyle. Liam finally discovers the joy of a new suit and Will isn’t surfing. Find out why and more in this oldie but goldie. 2021-01-0752 min

The Mindful SurferEp 31 | Your greatest wave is yet to come...Episode 31 wraps up the first season of The Mindful Surfer Podcast. Thanks to all those who have joined us on this amazing ride over this unbelievable and bonkers year. Stay stoked gang and we will see you all fresh for season 2 in 2021. As we wrap things up for 2020 we cover Progression, the rhythm of surf, whether or not barrel riding is ‘surfing’ and how to keep the gains flowing through micro improvements every day. We chat Random acts of kindness, being stoked for other people and passing on a yew or two. Tell the pe...2020-12-3049 min

The Mindful SurferEp.30 | All I Want for Christmas is Yew!Christmas week is here and Liam and Will welcome in the festivity with song, laughter but thankfully no dancing. High on the Christmas wish list is a Wave Pool but have the boys been naughty or nice? If you had 'perfect' waves in your backyard would it lead to complacency? Can you create that 'god particle' of epic wave energy in a man made pool? The boys talk about the convergence of science and spiritualty and recommend the recent chat between Dr Joe Dispenza and Aubrey Marcus https://open.spotify.com/show/0n7j2qseg6fu0...2020-12-2344 min