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Surf Talk Podcast. Scott Bass and David Lee Scales discuss all the latest news, gossip, rumor, and innuendo running through the surf industry and their local line-ups. www.SpitPodcast.com
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245 - Spit! February 21, 2022 from 2022-02-21T19:04
In today's show Scott and David pick up the shrapnel of the completely upended Championship Tour rankings, marvel at the Disney-esque plotlines that are developing, unpack unexpected life hacks, an...
Listen244 - Spit! February 17, 2022 from 2022-02-18T00:50
In today's show Scott and David recap the first two days of competition at Sunset Beach, survey the dismantling of last year's top 5, reveal Filipe Toledo's successful strategy of avoidance, questi...
Listen243 - Spit! February 7, 2022 from 2022-02-07T19:09
The dust has settled at Pipeline and we celebrate Moana and Kelly's respective historic feats and talk about everything that the WSL won't discuss; the dozens of excellent waves that the athletes c...
Listen242 - Spit! February 2, 2022 from 2022-02-02T19:16
After two harrowing and one disappointing day at the Pipeline, Scott and David convene mid-event to recap all the highlight moments, identify the overachievers, survey the new rivalries, analyze th...
Listen241 - Spit! January 26, 2022 from 2022-01-26T16:38
In today's episode Scott and David survey the latest happening from The Rock; Waimea breaks, Kelly shows up with a #DadBod and burns a loc, Gabriel no-shows for his title defense while JFF and Riss...
Listen240 - Spit! January 20, 2021 from 2022-01-21T17:23
Hawai'i is going full tilt and Kelly has finally arrived but will be denied entry into Australia, Caitlin Simmers has denied her earned WCT spot, El Salvador joins the Tour schedule, and Italo prof...
Listen239 - Spit! January 11, 2022 from 2022-01-11T23:08
Scott breaks down his surfboard purchases of 2022, then David recaps the last week's events in Hawaii and swells at Pipeline while looking for Kelly and Kai. Finally, they make predictions for the ...
Listen238 - Spit! January 5, 2022 from 2022-01-05T21:24
Scott returns for the first show of 2022 where he and David make their bold predictions for the year, including World Champs, new clothing brands, which surfer will take on Hollywood, and they reca...
Listen237 - Spit! December 29, 2021 from 2021-12-30T03:55
This week we time travel back to January 2020 where Scott and David make bold predictions for the year (Ha!!), to reveal which Hollywood celeb hooks up with a North Shore hunk, how the WSL will tur...
Listen236 - Spit! December 23, 2021 from 2021-12-23T22:44
In today's Christmas special, Scott breaks news of Kelly's "retirement" and David questions its' earnestness. The boys then unpack Kelly's biggest regret, discuss their financial investment strateg...
Listen235 - Spit! December 14, 2021 from 2021-12-15T02:12
Scott and David unpack the spectacular tow-in event at Nazare, make a case for the functional chop hop, assess the metaphysical value of "space and time", develop a fear of PWCs, and honor one of t...
Listen234 - Spit! December 7, 2021 from 2021-12-07T22:34
In today's episode David and Scott evaluate the '22 crop of rookies, stack rank Eddie vs Jaws, celebrate the world's preeminent surfboard artist, review Pete Mel's revealing doc, and lay out a wage...
Listen233 - Spit! November 30, 2021 from 2021-12-01T19:09
In today's show Scott and David celebrate the opening of the Hawai'i season, the return of The Eddie (or not), and the recently crowned rookies for the '22 CT season. The boys then bid farewell to ...
Listen232 - Spit! November 23, 2021 from 2021-11-24T22:28
In today's show Scott and David anticipate the upcoming Hawai'i season but lament its new identity. They then identify the inclusive Napoleon complex unique to shortboarders and investigate where t...
Listen231 - Spit! November 17, 2021 from 2021-11-17T19:13
In today's show David and Scott defend against the foiling fallout and draft the articles of incorporation for the Paddle Surf Preservation Society, develop an appreciation for Ben Gravy while simu...
Listen230 - Spit! November 9, 2021 from 2021-11-09T23:57
In today's show David and Scott delineate when it is or isn't justifiable to smash a tow-Foiler's board with boulders, they then analyze the potentially greatest body surfed wave of all time, yawn ...
Listen229 - Spit! November 3, 2021 from 2021-11-03T21:58
David returns to the show as a father to discuss the Big Wave Awards, the hidden and very real threat of concussions in surfing, why Kolohe should start repping Athleisure, and whether Justine Dupo...
Listen228 - Spit! October 20, 2021 from 2021-10-21T01:59
David and Scott discuss the idea of planned obsolescence in board building, the virtue of quads, the failing of US amateur surfers, blueprinting a surf centered life, and survey Tom Morey's detaile...
Listen227 - Spit! with Devon Howard, October 13, 2021 from 2021-10-13T23:45
Devon Howard joins us to discuss the Malibu Classic, the futile pursuit of earning a living on a longboard, the enigmatic charisma of Joel Tudor, and the potential for a gender inclusive division o...
Listen226 - Spit! October 6, 2021 from 2021-10-06T19:18
144,000 gallons of oil have spilled and are contaminating our local beaches. Scott and David discuss a plan of action, the prospect of not surfing indefinitely, they fantasize about going off the g...
Listen225 - Spit! September 29, 2021 from 2021-09-29T19:11:38
Trip Forman joins David and Scott to recap the Icons Of Foam competition at The Boardroom Show. They celebrate the many talents of Ryan Burch and Valerie Duprat, marvel at Pat Rawson's magnanimousn...
Listen224 - Spit! September 15, 2021 from 2021-09-15T18:35
Today we recap the end of the 2021 CT season's Final's Day at Lowers, question the need for a 4th fin, reckon with their own entitlement, and Scott reveals himself as surfing's ultimate Karen". Enj...
Listen223 - Spit! September 8, 2021 from 2021-09-09T00:16
In today's episode Scott faces the Scales of Justice: was it a burn or was it his turn? He then tells you to throw away your childhood memories. David recaps the floater competition that was the WS...
Listen222 - Spit! September 1, 2021 from 2021-09-01T20:31
In today's show Scott introduces "Scales Of Justice" and explains how increased carbon emissions decreases surfers in the lineup. David then explains how the Ultimate Surfers fail to surf ultimatel...
Listen221 - Spit! August 17, 2021 from 2021-08-18T18:20
The Tahiti Pro gets cancelled and the Teahupo'o goes richter! The Final 5 includes two very unexpected contenders. A Hippie Flipper takes his aerial improv routine to the bank while a 13 year old g...
Listen220 - Spit! August 11, 2021 from 2021-08-11T16:34
In today's show we recap opening day of the Corona Open Mexico, Jezza's retirement, the end of the JJF era, Gabe's big wave limitations, the relentless Charlie Rodrigues, and what's really behind t...
Listen219 - Spit! August 3, 2021 from 2021-08-03T17:43
SUBSCRIBE In today's episode we reveal breaking news that has dire implications for the Championship Tour. A listener then poses a challenge that spins Scott into existential quandary, hellion char...
Listen218 - Spit! July 27, 2021 from 2021-07-27T18:02
SUBSCRIBE The Olympic surfing games have concluded! In today's show David and Scott assess the medalists, the World Champs who floundered, the successes and failures of the format, what the WSL can...
Listen217 - Spit! July 21, 2021 from 2021-07-22T15:01
In today's episode Scott delivers the official Olympic forecast (a typhoon is coming!), David delivers Julian Wilson's unofficial retirement (while Scott predicts a world title from him), the boys ...
Listen216 - Spit! July 14, 2021 from 2021-07-14T18:07
In today's show Scott delivers the Olympic surf forecast, gives advice for how to not annoy your shaper, David offers early memories of Rich Harbour's famed surf shop, Garrett McNamara goes mainstr...
Listen215 - Spit! July 6, 2021 from 2021-07-06T19:43
In today's show Scott and David make a case for discretion as patriotism, foam being your friend, analyze the making of a Fish, celebrate the shop sweepers, and shame all the Mother Zuckers in the ...
Listen214 - Spit! June 30, 2021 from 2021-07-01T01:20
In today's show David and Scott celebrate the life of Greg Noll and ponder where masculinity went, lament the first losses in EAST, make a case against tail pads, Russell Bierke makes a case for be...
Listen213 - Spit! June 23, 2021 from 2021-06-23T17:40:43
In today's episode Scott and David pay homage to The Chip creator, fantasize about a life with Marilyn Monroe, celebrate Bruce Brown through the lens of his son, trace OG surfboarding through a Pri...
Listen212 - Spit! June 17, 2021 from 2021-06-17T23:49
In today's show Scott and David do a deep dive into episode 1 of EAST, reimagine the business plan for pro surfing in light of Snapper's removal from Tour, and celebrate the ripest time ever for en...
Listen211 - Spit! June 9, 2021 from 2021-06-09T16:23
In today's episode Scott's swinging at windmills and David has reckoning with his white savior complex. They then devise a Bitcoin real estate strategy for retirement, question the motives of Dana ...
Listen210 - Spit! June 2, 2021 from 2021-06-02T16:00:43
SUPPORT David and Scott tabulate the COVID transmissions at the ISA games and discuss the departure of World Champs Gabe and Carissa and the Olympic implications. They then question the reality of ...
Listen209 - Spit! May 26, 2021 from 2021-05-26T18:02
SUPPORT Old men David Scales and Scott Bass shake their fists at kids these days, try to assess which of the most recent surf cohorts owns Malibu, lose collective interest in competitive surfing (e...
Listen208 - Spit! May 19, 2021 from 2021-05-19T17:54:46
SUPPORT In today's show Scott reports on his recent surf trip down south, the boys anoint this year's World Champ prediction, asses the conditions at Rottnest, celebrate the one board quiver, and m...
Listen207 - Spit! May 12, 2021 from 2021-05-12T17:29:49
SUBSCRIBE In today's show Scott and David dissect their own fascination with The Ultimate Surfer, they then survey the entirely injured men's US Olympic team, and assess the highs and lows of the M...
Listen206 - Spit! May 5, 2021 from 2021-05-05T17:59:43
Scott and David recap the Internet's response to Devon's leashless irresponsibility, they chat with Surfline's reps about the PR damage control, they celebrate epic Margaret River, and Scott gushes...
Listen205 - Spit! with Devon Howard from 2021-04-28T17:52:27
Devon Howard joins Scott and David to defend his sans leash stance against a snowflake mob, explain the role of the head judge when scoring Italo's incomplete ride, and track the parallels between ...
Listen204 - Spit! April 21, 2021 from 2021-04-21T16:04
In today's episode David and Scott unpack the Narrabeen Classic, Italo's incomplete controversy, Morgan's two-peat defeat of JJF, Coffin's debt to the Leprecoach, Frederico Bore-ious, plus Dukes, K...
Listen203 - Spit! April 14, 2021 from 2021-04-14T17:52:22
Gabriel's claim for 3, Carissa's anti-claim for 9.9, Morgan's surfing to diminishing returns, and Italo's impending slum, David and Scott everything that was the Newcastle Pro, complete with apolog...
Listen202 - Spit! April 7, 2021 from 2021-04-08T01:37:27
While watching Round 3 of the Newcastle Pro, David and Scott heats, question boards (including the Gerry Lopez Soft Top), calculate the success rate for brands started by pro surfers, and survey Mi...
Listen201 - Spit! April 1, 2021 from 2021-04-01T17:41:10
The 'CT is back at Newcastle and, oh boy, there's much to discuss. Scott and David dissect the performances, the implications, and it becomes woefully clear why now is the precise moment Project Ib...
Listen200 - Spit! March 24, 2021 from 2021-03-24T19:20:19
Scott and David celebrate 200 episodes with merch, relearning how to pop-up, celebrating Scott's little known filmmaking history, cancelling Genghis Khan, predicting Filipe Toledo's future, and ref...
Listen199 - Spit! March 17, 2021 from 2021-03-17T17:46:49
Play a round of Spit! Surf Trivia! David fails miserably and Scott only knows because Matt Warshaw fed him the answers. How will you fare? The boys also survey Kelly's rehab, pontificate on Pat O's...
Listen198 - Spit! March 10, 2021 from 2021-03-10T19:47:47
The WSL's charter flight touches down in Sydney without two World Title contenders! Scott and David survey the four key takeaways from BILLY, celebrate the surfboards that Andy Irons rode, the tens...
Listen197 - Spit! March 3, 2021 from 2021-03-03T19:23
In today's episode Scott and David celebrate the return of Cape Fear, question their obsession with carnage, confront the realities of old age, and celebrate the hardest working surfboard shaper an...
Listen196 - Spit! February 25, 2021 from 2021-02-25T23:17:26
Footage of Scott's board ding incident from last week has emerged! David and Scott assess fault before doing a deep analysis of how this updated 'CT schedule could jeopardize the WSL's most talente...
Listen195 - Spit! February 16, 2021 from 2021-02-17T04:53:52
The next four events of the WSL's 'CT have been confirmed and Pat O' has left the building. Taj has selected his favorite shaper, Dane has elected to shine the limelight on his brethren, and Scott ...
Listen194 - Spit! February 10, 2021 from 2021-02-10T17:10:30
In today's surfboard themed episode of Spit! the boys discuss the travails of replicating a magic board, discuss the sexiest shapers, lament how a pot belly hinders one's pop up, and make a case fo...
Listen193 - Spit! February 3, 2021 from 2021-02-03T18:25:37
David and Scott discuss the potential of WSL CT event at Lennox and the community backlash, Nev Hyman's relationship with Imelda Marcos, Curren's fiscal apathy, and they do a deep dive into the rol...
Listen192 - Spit! January 26, 2021 from 2021-01-27T20:02
In today's show Scott and David celebrate the return of Taj, reveal why his boards are too small, calculate the ATP's investment in dodging COVID in Australia and what that means for the WSL, and a...
Listen191 - Spit! January 20, 2021 from 2021-01-20T18:37
David and Scott recap the Omega Swell that bombarded the North Shore and Pe'ahi this past Saturday; the shattering of the gender barrier, the record setting performances, back breaking mishaps (lit...
Listen190 - Spit! January 13, 2021 from 2021-01-13T18:10:25
David and Scott discuss the endless winter swells that have been bombarding the North Pacific, the Mel families historic week at Mavericks, a heroic rescue at Santa Cruz Harbor, why single fins wil...
Listen189 - Spit! January 5, 2021 from 2021-01-06T01:51:15
Breaking news from the WSL, Sunset and Steamer Lane are both cancelled. David and Scott discuss how this jeopardizes the rest of the '21 season and the WSL's solvency at large. They then design a p...
Listen188 - Spit! December 30, 2020 from 2020-12-30T08:00
Loyal parishioner Scott seeks absolution for selfish behavior during a recent run of swell and a pious David presides over the case before the two survey the COVID threat to the 2021 CT season and ...
Listen187 - Spit! December 22, 2020 from 2020-12-22T08:00
David and Scott unpack the stuttered, infectious, and fraught start to the 2021 Championship Tour. They analyze Tyler's unconventional path to victory, JJF's overdue anointing, the few successes, t...
Listen186 - Spit! December 15, 2020 from 2020-12-15T19:36:33
David and Scott discuss WSL CEO Erik Logan's contraction of COVID during the Pipe Masters, the subsequent suspension of the event, missteps that brought us here, who will take the blame, and how th...
Listen185 - Spit! December 8, 2020 from 2020-12-08T08:00
David and Scott unpack the first day of competition for the 2021 season, make world title predictions, discuss the first ever Digital Triple Crown of surfing, opening day at Maverick's, and celebra...
Listen184 - Spit! December 1, 2020 from 2020-12-01T08:00
In today's show David and Scott analyze the 2021 CT athlete's as they descend on Pipeline amid COVID restrictions and an approaching 10' swell. Bold predictions are made and celebrations ensue, for...
Listen183 - Spit! November 24, 2020 from 2020-11-24T08:00
In today's episode Scott and David discuss Channel Island's new ownership, backlash to JS's foreign trade policy, the best DadBod training regimes, the power of Lyon's Mane, and why Gidget would be...
Listen182 - Spit! November 17, 2021 from 2020-11-17T08:00
David and Scott survey the WSL's 2021 tour announcement, the new stops, and not-so-grand finale. They then lament the state of the US education system, assess the toll that depression has wrought o...
Listen181 - Spit! November 10, 2020 from 2020-11-10T08:01
David chisels figureheads into surfing's Mount Rushmore while Scott shames a 13 year old girl and crickets chirp at WSL HQ instead of the Triple Crown's first horn. The boys then celebrate Taj's en...
Listen180 - Spit! November 3, 2020 from 2020-11-03T20:20:32
David and Scott discuss the discipline required to surf well beyond your 50s, why filmmakers should get out of the way of Andy's surfing, and why 13 year old females will be chiseled into the Mount...
Listen179 - Spit! October 28, 2020 from 2020-10-28T19:11:05
David and Scott discuss the massive swell's bombarding Europe and why the world's best won't be riding them, why figure skating is more sporting than surfing, and why we all need to embrace our inn...
Listen178 - Spit! October 21, 2020 from 2020-10-21T18:34:35
David and Scott discuss Fat Occy's Phoenix Tour, Dane's "well-rounded" wetsuit company, Wilko getting toe-tapped by a Great White, and receive fan feedback from a time machine! Plus Dukes and Kooks...
Listen177 - Spit! October 14, 2020 from 2020-10-14T17:53:46
In today's episode David and Scott analyze whether Italo Ferreira will be our final world champ ever, why Jay Davies is the best surfer of 2020, why a 20 year old will spark a revolution, and how t...
Listen176 - Spit! October 6, 2020 from 2020-10-06T18:30:16
David and Scott offer a post-mortem of Surfer Magazine and their death rattle political endorsement, how dissension will affect brands who choose to weigh-in, and how Maurice Cole will save us all....
Listen175 - Spit! September 28, 2020 from 2020-09-29T00:33:39
David and Scott discuss the largest day at Swami's ever, Laird becoming the richer pro surfer ever, Ellie Jean becoming the biggest surfer-turned-sex worker ever, and how to send a kook to the beac...
Listen174 - Spit! September 22, 2020 from 2020-09-22T20:53
In today's episode Scott and David distill the essence of "it" and why Jack Robbo commands our gaze. The boys then applaud Jay Davies and ADS's career changes, besmirch a dead man, and marvel one s...
Listen173 - Spit! September 15, 2020 from 2020-09-15T18:21
In today's show Scott regales David with tales of his recent international sojourn and the perils of riding a Twin fin backside. Then they both anticipate Kelly Slater x Nike's sandal collab, shame...
Listen172 - Spit! September 1, 2020 from 2020-09-01T18:35:42
In today's episode Scott and David do a deep dive into surfboards; materials, fins, volume, and why sentiment and expectation may have more influence in your "magic" board than physical design feat...
Listen171 - Spit! August 25, 2020 from 2020-08-25T18:06:48
In today's episode, David and Scott survey the tubes that are breaking boards in Yeppoon, receive a both a broader and narrower context for understanding Brazilian surf ethos, lament the dangers of...
Listen170 - Spit! August 19, 2020 from 2020-08-20T00:48:31
Scott and David discuss the birthing process, how stereotypes are developed and validated, why individuals contain more complexities than groups, and why Bob Hurley is the salvation that the "surf ...
Listen169 - Spit! August 4, 2020 from 2020-08-05T00:59:47
In today's episode Scott and David analyze race relations through the lens of an Indonesian boat trip, David champion's for criticism and satire while Scott decries it immediately before requesting...
Listen168 - Spit! July 28, 2020 from 2020-07-28T18:41:21
Today David and Scott dissect field notes from Kook U, find healing and positivity through retribution, dodge pride and it's subsequent fall, and survey how one national surf champ pulled off the b...
Listen167 - Spit! July 22, 2020 from 2020-07-23T01:04:17
Today be the day fair heathens; David and Scott bestow upon the vast surfing world list of 10 unassailable, irrefutable commandments. Welcome to Kook College. Take a seat down the beach, don't ditc...
Listen166 - Spit! July 14, 2020 from 2020-07-14T20:33:28
In today's show Scott and David break news of Kelly Slater's secret recon mission, celebrate second bananas, design a Surfing Etiquette 101 blueprint, and recognize the desperate need for hard work...
Listen165 - Spit! July 9, 2020 from 2020-07-09T20:30:34
The pandemic is to blame for the rise in midlengths, pro surfers sign up for unemployment benefits, Surfing Australia fires a shot at The Ultimate Surfer, and Scott Bass gives feeds Dave Rastavich ...
Listen164 - Spit! June 30, 2020 from 2020-06-30T20:18:40
In today's episode of Spit! Scott and David analyze which era was the greatest to be a surfer, identify the best unknown female surfer on the planet, offer to give the WSL money, and tell Robbo to ...
Listen163 - Spit! June 16, 2020 from 2020-06-16T18:28:39
In today's show David and Scott dive deeper down the kneeboard wormhole and discover a direct link to Curren's Superdave skim, recognize that Gabriel Medina has completely subverted the surf indust...
Listen162 - Spit! June 9, 2020 from 2020-06-09T19:59:04
In today's episode Scott and David cover the Black Live's Matter paddle outs, find the surfboards that were stolen from Patagonia, celebrate New Zealand's steadfast leadership, and get PTSD from th...
Listen161 - Spit! June 1, 2020 from 2020-06-01T19:58:07
In today's episode Scott and David survey the damage from last night's riots, guess at Ross Clarke-Jones' annual income, bid a fond farewell to Julian Wilson's World Title dreams, and recommend rai...
Listen160 - Spit! May 27, 2020 from 2020-05-27T19:16:47
In today's episode Scott and David update their Baja travel policies, dive deep in to Hull surfboard design and fin discussion, celebrate ELO's first barrel, and sift through utter disgust at the a...
Listen159 - Spit! May 19, 2020 from 2020-05-19T20:05
In today's episode David get's "core shamed" for his privilege and booties, then nearly catches an STD from Craigslist. Scott extolls the virtues of meditation and then the boys discuss everything ...
Listen158 - Spit! May 12, 2020 from 2020-05-12T23:11:12
Today Scott and David celebrate the lives of Sharron Marshall, Ben Kelly, and the five surfers who drown in The Netherlands. They then assess Scott's new surfboard (not the Xanadu! He got another!)...
Listen157 - Spit! May 5, 2020 from 2020-05-05T22:06:23
In today's episode David and Scott address the political motivations underlying local beach closures. Scott reviews his recent Xanadu acquisition and then recounts a harrowing experience from his e...
Listen156 - Spit! April 28, 2020 from 2020-04-29T13:52:48
In today's episode Scott reveals the conclusion of his reconnoitered strike mission. Then he and David discuss the WSL big announcement and more importantly, what isn't being said by the WSL. They ...
Listen155 - Spit! April 21, 2020 from 2020-04-21T19:28:11
Scott and David discuss San Diego citizen's uprising to reopen beaches and Scott blueprints his plan to bury a board at a local beach for quick and easy access. They then question John John's since...
Listen154 - Spit! April 8, 2020 from 2020-04-08T18:59:16
In today's show Scott and David begin the search for a private island to start a new quarantine colony, they then survey surf history for a blueprint on disaster preparedness, find critical insight...
Listen153 - Spit! March 24, 2020 from 2020-03-24T21:30:15
In today's episode Scott defies COVID quarantine to surf empty SoCal peaks and play a free round of free roam golf. He and David then dream up a new Tour, offer investment advice, mourn job losses,...
Listen152 - Spit! March 10, 2020 from 2020-03-11T03:47:47
In today's episode of Spit! Scott uncovers the most unlikely title contender for 2020. David survey's marijuana's angry influence. The boys then assess real estate prices in Palm Springs and celebr...
Listen151 - Spit! February 25, 2020 from 2020-02-25T21:20
In today's episode Scott outlines his quiver for his upcoming Telos trip and embarks on a new diet in preparation. David then surveys the toll of head trauma on professional big wave surfers while ...
Listen150 - Spit! February 11, 2020 from 2020-02-11T20:51:15
In today's show Scott and David debate the risk and reward of married life, survey the economic value of a women's event at Pipe, snooze through the Nazare Tow-Into-Mushburgers Challenge, and cele...
Listen149 - Spit! January 28, 2020 from 2020-01-28T21:22:35
In today's show Scott and David design a new world order, unfettered by brands and the WSL, where JJF and Gabriel live in harmony. Scott simultaneously praises and condemns surfboard reviewers whil...
Listen148 - Spit! January 14, 2020 from 2020-01-14T22:13:23
Scott and David propose their predictions for 2020! Which Hollywood celeb will hook a North Shore hunk? Which world champ will bequeath life to an heir and simultaneously retire from surf dominatio...
Listen147 - Spit! December 19, 2019 from 2019-12-19T18:49
It's finals day at Pipeline! Scott and David analyze the title race, discuss the newly deemed unequivocal GOAT, time travel back to Spit of 2015, and celebrate the Hobgoods' raw vulnerability. Plus...
Listen146 - December 5, 2019 from 2019-12-06T00:15:12
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss Jack Robinson’s Sunset domination, Zeke’s valid plea for an interference call, the WSL’s culpability and liability for Zeke’s demotion, Kelly’s justified ...
Listen145 - Spit! November 20, 2019 from 2019-11-20T22:28:08
In today's show Scott and David discuss the joys of exhibitionism but the dangers of voyeurism, the fallacy of handmade craftsmanship, Ethan Ewing's trite approach, and Scott aims for a respectable...
Listen144 - Spit! November 5, 2019 from 2019-11-05T23:22:16
In today's show Scott and David discuss an equitable price to sell one's soul, world title scenarios, why Sunset's inside bowl is overrated, and why you are your own worst enemy. Plus Dukes, Kooks,...
Listen143 - Spit! October 22, 2019 from 2019-10-22T19:35
In today's show Scott and David discuss Gabriel Medina's major malfunction, his priority blunder in Portugal, his entitled mentality, plus they analyze Kelly's neurosis, and Donald Takayama's most ...
Listen142 - Spit! October 10, 2019 from 2019-10-10T20:43:27
In today's show David seeks to restrict the usage of the term "pro" surfer, Scott admits to a habit of aqua dumping, and the boys analyze Led Zeppelin's affiliation with the occult. Plus Kooks, Duk...
Listen141 - Spit! October 1, 2019 from 2019-10-01T15:50:10
While David's away in Europe the boys throw back to a 4 year old episode of Spit! Originally aired on October 6, 2019 In today's show David and Scott discuss surfing's inclusion in the 2020 Olympic...
Listen140 - Spit! September 17, 2019 from 2019-09-17T22:03:50
In today's show Scott details the long and storied fight for the sacred land (and surf) at Hollister Ranch. The boys then analyze the rumored changes to the 2020 WCT, lament to upcoming Freshwater ...
Listen139 - Spit! August 29, 2019 from 2019-08-29T21:28:36
In today's episode Scott and David recap the 2019 Tahiti Pro (presented by Hurley), David does the ultimate walk of shame, Scott does some heavy lifting, and boys both recognize the distinct virtue...
Listen138 - Spit! August 13, 2019 from 2019-08-13T13:00
In today's show Scott and David discuss the greatest twin battle in history, the greatest pocket-ride in history, the return of Garajagan, vile Internet comments, and one domestic shaper's missive ...
Listen137 – Spit! July 31, 2019 from 2019-07-31T23:53:02
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss alternative life strategies for B-list pro surfers, misanthropic sharks, why a whirling vortex is developing into the American Tornado, ELo’s mid season p...
Listen136 – Spit! July 9, 2019 from 2019-07-09T23:47:44
In today’s episode Scott and David track an ancient lineage of loyalty and honor that has brewed into an oncoming Japanese Cyclone. They lament for a bygone era of individualism and regret how hom...
Listen135 – Spit! June 25, 2019 from 2019-06-25T22:48:56
In today’s episode the boys recap the Oi Rio Pro and the greatest new and unexpected rivalry on Tour. Scott then recounts his weekend Surf Ranch and gives an exhaustive definition of the word “basi...
Listen134 – Spit! June 11, 2019 from 2019-06-11T19:23:58
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss drug usage in surfing as it relates to the 2020 Olympics and review Michael Oblowitz’s 2010 film “Sea of Darkness”. They then recap the worst surf event...
Listen133 – Spit! May 28, 2019 from 2019-05-28T23:36:15
In today’s episode, Scott reflects on his Boardroom Show’s expansion into Japan, they recap and analyze the Corona Bali Protected, wax nostalgic about Kelly’s return, and coin a brand new surf term...
Listen132 – Spit! April 29, 2019 from 2019-04-30T03:04:44
In today’s episode Scott review’s his new Mid Twin from Aryse, David reviews the new Hobgood documentary “And Two If By Sea” and they both recap the 2019 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach; Slater’s... Lea...
Listen131 – Spit! April 16, 2019 from 2019-04-16T19:20:33
In today’s episode Scott reflects on a life changing encounter he had in the water in Northern Baja, David reviews his channel bottom twin midlength, they both speculate on corporate corruption i...
Listen130 – Spit! April 3, 2019 from 2019-04-03T15:30:52
In today’s episode Scott grills David on his travels through Australia. Then the two analyze the woes of surf journalism, assess the 2019 Snapper Pro, and tangentially receive one of Australia’s mo...
Listen129 – Spit! March 5, 2019 from 2019-03-05T21:32:15
In today’s episode Scott and David assign a monetary value to VIP experiences and an ideal dinner dates, they objectify competitive longboarding, shame big oil, and advocate for Ricardo Christie in...
Listen128 – Spit! February 19, 2019 from 2019-02-19T22:51:13
In today’s episode Scott and David offer ELo’s progress report, discuss Pat O’Connell’s new position as Tour commissioner, celebrate the return of JJF and the WSL’s new deal with Fox, and they nomi...
Listen127 – Spit! January 29, 2019 from 2019-01-30T02:29:27
In today’s episode, Scott and David analyze the takeaways from Stab In The Dark, make Volcom Pipe Pro predictions, highlight the value of surf retail, and they learn of their infamy in New Zealand ...
Listen126 – Spit! January 18, 2019 from 2019-01-18T18:54:45
In today’s episode Scott and David recount the 2nd most famous fight that took place at Surf Expo (not Chas and Ashton!), they analyze the worth of surfing’s most visible pro surfers, and they......
Listen125 – Spit! January 8, 2019 from 2019-01-09T02:15:05
In today’s show Scott and David analyze when it’s appropriate to burn someone and how meditation will help absolve you. They discuss the increasing need for diversity in the boardroom at the WSL an...
Listen124 – Spit! December 18, 2018 from 2018-12-19T04:19:12
In today’s show Scott and David recap the 2018 Billabong Pro Pipeline Masters. Hot topics include Kelly’s miraculous 3 point ride, whether Gabe earned their fandom, will JJF be able to contend with...
Listen123 – Spit! December 10, 2018 from 2018-12-11T00:09:59
In today’s (long over due) show, Scott and David unveil the 2018 Spit! Awards! They also make Pipe predictions, assess the Triple Crown, the Jaws Challenge, the 2019 rookies, try to make sense of t...
Listen122 – Spit! November 6, 2018 from 2018-11-06T21:53:37
In today’s episode, Scott and David offer an intermediate surfer’s guide to Hawaii, survey the best surf films of the 90s, ponder the powers of axis deer meat, discover the realest octopus, and the...
Listen121 – Spit! October 16, 2018 from 2018-10-16T21:32:49
To open today’s show Scott deems David a “wave rider” (not a surfer) and they unpack Scott’s misuse of social media. The boys then cover the WSL’s European leg, why Julian’s new found motivation wi...
Listen120 – Spit! October 2, 2018 from 2018-10-03T00:11:56
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott uncovers David’s lack of “core” surferness. They both rejoice their narrow escape of a rare brain eating amoeba, they make predictions for the upcoming Quiksilver ...
Listen119 – Spit! September 20, 2018 from 2018-09-21T00:57:20
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his recent trip to Mexico (spoiler, he scored) and why he’s headed into surgery, he and David respond to listener emails, wax nostalgic about the Master...
Listen118 – Spit! live from Surf Ranch! from 2018-09-09T02:48:08
In a special edition of Spit! Scott and David report live from the Surf Ranch Pro. Scott brings back “travishammockery” and then chats with Jake Howard of the WSL about Kelly’s unfair advantage. ...
Listen117 – Spit! August 20, 2018 from 2018-08-20T23:44:53
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott details his experience at the BSR Cable Park in Waco, Texas, David questions the virility of Shaun Tomson and the hair style choices of Don King, they both share a...
Listen116 – Spit! August 1, 2018 from 2018-08-02T04:09:50
In today’s show Scott and David do battle to define the greatest waterman of all time. After the dust settles they survey Dane Reynolds’ appetite for more foam, discuss why a D-lister will win Ca...
Listen115 – Spit! July 9, 2018 from 2018-07-10T04:56:46
In today’s show, Scott and David discuss global warming’s impact on hurricane surf, why Filipe will never win a world title, Gabriel Medina’s psychological blackball, a Kelly vs Laird superheat at ...
Listen114 – Spit! June 26, 2018 from 2018-06-27T01:30:16
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David rebut ridicule from listener emails, David shares what it’s like to travel through Florida with Chas Smith, they discuss Toyko’s new Olympic wave pool, w...
Listen113 – Spit! June 13, 2018 from 2018-06-13T23:00:03
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss the dangers of competitive tickling, Mick’s huge victory over Kelly Slater, why Julian will miss a 4 foot putt, and they analyze how the incestuous nature...
Listen002 – Dennis Jarvis: Spyder Surf&American Board Builders from 2018-06-01T20:04:37
Dennis Jarvis of Spyder Surfboards joins The Boardroom podcast to talk about AmericaBoardBuilders.com. Jarvis, a California native, former pro surfer-turned shaper who built boards for elite surfer...
Listen112 – Spit! May 29, 2018 from 2018-05-30T00:13:18
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David uncover the story behind surfing’s biggest charlatan, survey how ego has thwarted mankind’s noblest pursuits, respectfully acknowledge Kelly’s unofficial...
Listen111 – Spit! May 14, 2018 from 2018-05-14T23:13:35
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David question the exclusion of women “Founders” in surfing’s legacy, analyze the most valuable aspect of surfing, read listener emails, and preview the Oi R...
Listen110 – Spit! May 1, 2018 from 2018-05-01T21:29:34
In today’s Spit! Scott and David discuss solutions to clean remove a trash island the size of Alaska that is floating in the Pacific. They also discuss a potential quantum leap in fin design,... ...
Listen109 – Spit! April 21, 2018 from 2018-04-21T17:33:56
In today’s Spit!, Scott and David discuss all the fallout and implications of cancelling the Margaret River Pro; have WSL corporate interests superseded core values? What did the athletes want? W...
Listen108 – Spit! April 12, 2018 from 2018-04-12T23:31:55
In today’s episode Scott and David redefine the English language, discuss how individual surf towns spawn and segregate unique board design, they discuss the shortcomings of the keel fin, how to ...
Listen107 – Spit! March 27, 2018 from 2018-03-28T05:57:33
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David discuss the latest casualty in surf print media, Jordy’s $65k rejection, tomorrow’s greatest surf destination, and surf celebrity sex tapes. Plus Must-S...
Listen106 – Spit! March 14, 2018 from 2018-03-14T23:49:33
In today’s episode Scott and David analyze how the 7 Deadly Sins can help you become a better surfer, why we ought to ditch the WQS entirely, how to achieve surfing enlightenment, proper bathroom e...
Listen105 – Spit! February 27, 2018 from 2018-02-28T01:21:44
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David survey the latest rumors around the WSL’s withdrawal from Hawaii and their bid for a wave pool construction in Tokyo. They also examine the atrocity of ...
Listen104 – Spit! February 7, 2018 from 2018-02-08T00:44:53
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott and David recount their day at Surf Ranch, discuss the backroom politics of the Honolulu Mayor’s office, review ‘Bunker77’, and interview Pat Steele about his new...
Listen103 – Spit! January 24, 2018 from 2018-01-24T23:02:47
In today’s episode Scott and David discuss the politics of saving drowning victims, where they would spend their final minutes on earth, which surfboards Rock N’ Roll icons would ride, any why the ...
Listen102 – Spit! January 9, 2018 from 2018-01-10T02:24:46
Today’s episode of Spit! features an interview with Slurpee Wave photographer Jonathan Nimerfroh. But first, Scott and David discuss why today’s best rivalries are happening between surf media (n...
Listen101 – Spit! December 27, 2017 from 2017-12-28T02:35
In our final episode of 2017, Scott and David reflect on the year and outline ambitions for 2018. They also explain why JJF will never be a Pipe Master, why we should all be watching... Learn mor...
Listen100 – Spit! December 12, 2017 from 2017-12-13T01:25:14
In today’s episode, Scott and David reflect on the work of Bruce Brown, Scott’s recent experience riding the replica of his “magic board” and his fondest surf trip memory with Matt Warshaw, they th...
Listen099 – Spit! November 14, 2017 from 2017-11-15T01:02:24
On today’s episode of Spit!, tempers flare when Scott and David debate whether specific ethnic groups should be granted priority access to events exclusively based on heritage. They then explore vu...
Listen098 – Spit! October 30, 2017 from 2017-10-31T02:34:55
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his inland surf trip to NLand Surf Park which ended with fun waves and a broken leg (no joke!). He and David then discuss the single greatest heat in...Le...
Listen097 – Spit! October 16, 2017 from 2017-10-16T18:00:46
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott recounts his recent trip to France and gives us a first-hand account of the waves that blessed the Quiksilver and Roxy Pros. Scott and David then discuss what the....
Listen096 – Spit! September 17, 2017 from 2017-09-17T18:38:12
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David discuss the over-scoring of Jordy’s “9”, why Kanoa needs to go on a bender, Dane’s dad bod, who will win this weekend’s wave pool comp, and the... Learn ...
Listen095 – Spit! August 29, 2017 from 2017-08-30T00:41:35
In today’s episode of Spit! David and Scott implore the WSL to make our ‘CT surfers compete at Mavericks (hashtag anyone?), they analyze the upcoming Lowers Pro and attempt to decipher Aussie slang...
Listen094 – Spit! August 15, 2017 from 2017-08-15T20:40:30
In today’s episode of Spit! David and Scott recap the Billabong Pro Tahiti, declare their updated World Title picks, lament the loss of their youth, David pans the new film “Given”, Scott discovers...
Listen093 – Spit! August 6, 2017 from 2017-08-07T00:49:21
It’s monumental episode of Spit! For the first time in 3 years of recording together, David and Scott finally go for a surf. The boys recap their session, catch up on the Puerto event, the... Learn...
Listen092 – Spit! July 20, 2017 from 2017-07-20T21:08:42
In today’s episode of Spit! Scott and David recap the greatest surf event in recent history, The 2017 Corona Open J-Bay. Discussions include Filipe’s paradigm shifting performance, the rainstorm of...
Listen091 – Spit! July 6, 2017 from 2017-07-06T21:47:19
Today’s episode of Spit! ranges from utterly superficial to falsely existential! Strap in. David and Scott discuss Koa Rothman’s tooth-shattering (and swallowing) wipeout, female surfers popularity...
Listen090 – Spit! June 21, 2017 from 2017-06-21T20:05:41
In today’s episode of Spit!, David and Scott survey Occy’s forthcoming wave pool “Surf Lakes”, analyze the OK Fiji Pro, Dane Reynold’s return to competition, and in the tradition that Scott set for...
Listen089 – Spit! June 6, 2017 from 2017-06-06T18:57:24
In today’s episode of Spit!, Scott recaps his recent surf trip to Mexico where he found enlightenment and his “Core Surfing Beliefs”. The boys then analyze the tenuous link between menstruation and...
Listen088 – Spit! May 23, 2017 from 2017-05-23T18:55:42
Welcome to Spit! with Scott Bass and David Lee Scales. It’s the exact same podcast you know and love (call it Down The Line, call it Surf News) where Bass and Scales spitball big ideas,... Learn mo...
Listen087 – Spit! April 27, 2017 from 2017-04-27T18:53:03
Someone contact BeachGrit, there’s a Blood Feud! David vs Scott! Kidding . . . kinda . . but not really. The tension boils over in today’s episode and Scott fires first! Then the boys chat... Learn...
Listen086 – Spit! April 12, 2017 from 2017-04-12T18:50:19
In today’s episode, David and Scott catch up on JJF’s blistering performance in WA, the budgetary cuts for the WSL, the private job description for the WSL’s CEO position, a potential 2nd Fukishima...
Listen085 – Spit! March 21, 2017 from 2017-03-21T18:47:22
In today’s episode David and Scott analyze the spectacular event that was the 2017 Quiksilver Pro. The Slater vs Medina non-interference, the judges love of non-risky backside snaps, and the greate...
Listen084 – Spit! March 10, 2017 from 2017-03-10T18:46:06
In today’s episode David and Scott analyze the upcoming 2017 WSL season and the first event at Snapper Rocks. Who will win? How will the rookies perform? Will Mick and Owen return to their world......
Listen083 – Spit! March 6, 2017 from 2017-03-06T18:44:19
In this week’s show David and Scott catch up on their recent travels, the plethora of surf films washing through the Internets (Former, The Smiling Bag, Julian’s “Wayward”, etc), the upcoming 2017 ...
Listen082 – Spit! February 6, 2017 from 2017-02-06T18:31:34
In this week’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss the bankruptcy of the Titans of Mavericks, Kelly and Joel’s retirement announcements, RedBull’s new standard of broadcasting, and whethe...
Listen081 – Spit! with Roger Hinds, January 24, 2017 from 2017-01-24T18:26
Today’s episode comes to you in two parts; the first 30 minutes is a follow-up conversation with surfboard shaper Roger Hinds discussing The Dream Fish that he shaped for David. In the second part ...
Listen080 – Spit! January 11, 2017 from 2017-01-11T18:25
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Paul Speaker’s departure from the WSL, Gabriel Media’s Surf Institute, a new Guinness Record in surfing, competing surf podcasts, the “Ride Anything” event a...
Listen079 – Spit! December 31, 2016 from 2016-12-31T18:23:37
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss the highest paid surfers of 2016, recap the Pipe Masters&the Nazare Challenge, and Scott dissects a recent altercation he had in the lineup and reevaluate...
Listen078 – Spit! December 12, 2016 from 2016-12-12T18:22:08
In today’s show David and Scott discuss the Surfer Awards, the controversy of the Triple Crown, a marijuana friendly house on the North Shore (and it’s guests), the Pipe Masters, Dukes and Kooks an...
Listen077 – Spit! November 30, 2016 from 2016-11-30T18:15:29
In this week’s episode, David and Scott discuss the world’s newest surf spots, Jeff Clark’s inside scoop on the Titan’s of Mavericks controversy, Dane Reynolds’ seminal new film ‘Chapter 11’, the d...
Listen076 – Spit! November 16, 2016 from 2016-11-16T18:14:25
Massive waves have been crashing on multiple coasts in the Pacific ocean. David and Scott discuss Mavericks, Jaws, the first ever women’s Big Wave World Tour event, the Triple Crown, and the closin...
Listen075 – Spit! October 31, 2016 from 2016-10-31T18:11:33
Surf Splendor is now accepting donations. Any amount is appreciated but we suggest a monthly, recurring donation of $5. Click the button! Thanks! In today’s episode, David and Scott discuss the end...
Listen074 – Spit! with Roger Hinds, Jim Kempton, October 20, 2016 from 2016-10-20T18:08:59
We have a packed show today with a couple of guests. David opens the show with a conversation with Roger Hinds about the noserider that he shaped for David. Scott then chats with former Surfer... L...
Listen073 – Spit! October 3, 2016 from 2016-10-03T18:06:54
In today’s episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss David’s recent article on Beach Grit that defames Kelly Slater, dumb dolphins, the Bunker Spreckles documentary, two surfer’s 2,200 mile pro...
Listen072 – Spit! September 19, 2016 from 2016-09-19T18:05
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss Surf Park Summit 2 (which Scott emcee’d), the Surf Aid Malibu Cup, the dubious judging and spectacular upsets at the Hurley Lowers Pro, the two tragic sui...
Listen071 – Spit! August 24, 2016 from 2016-08-24T18:04:27
David and Scott discuss the proliferation of new podcast’s on the market, boards their currently riding, then they chat about the 44 year old unsponsored surfer who won Tahiti on an experimental su...
Listen070 – Spit! August 10, 2016 from 2016-08-10T17:54:16
David and Scott catch up after a month long hiatus to discuss surfing’s inclusion into the 2020 Olympics, the Padang Cup, the passing of Midget Farrelly, the US Open of Surfing, Dukes and Kooks and...
Listen069 – Spit! July 12, 2016 from 2016-07-12T17:52:55
In today’s show David and Scott share Baja stories, read listener emails, discuss the controversial quarterfinal heat 1 at the JBay Open, and question why Kelly doesn’t promote Kelly, plus Kooks an...
Listen068 – Spit! with Dave Prodan, June 29, 2016 from 2016-06-29T17:45:42
The WSL’s VP of Communication Dave Prodan is the guest on today’s show. Dave’s a regular listener of Surf Splendor so he was eager to address many of the issues that David (Scales) and Scott... Lea...
Listen067 – Spit! June 17, 2016 from 2016-06-17T16:59:30
In today’s show David and Scott recap the spectacle that was the 2016 Fiji Pro. In addition to the surfing highlights, they analyze Wiggoly’s controversial paddling tactics, Wilko’s haphazard title...
Listen066 – Spit! with Matt Parker, June 8, 2016 from 2016-06-08T16:57:57
We begin today’s episode with a conversation with Matt Parker of Album Surfboards about an asymmetrical surfboard that he lent to David to surf. David and Scott then break down the latest surf news...
Listen065 – Spit! May 24, 2016 from 2016-05-24T16:55:50
The WSL officially owns one of the world’s finest waves, Aaron Gold’s lifeless body gets plucked from certain death by the water patrol in Fiji, pro surfers share their horror stories from Rio, and...
Listen064 – Spit! May 2, 2016 from 2016-05-02T16:54:27
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Dane Reynolds compensation and dispute with Quiksilver. They also chat about the Big Wave Award winners, Kelly Slater’s Willy Wonka-style Golden Ticket to hi...
Listen063 – Spit! April 19, 2016 from 2016-04-19T16:52:57
In today’s episode, David and Scott analyze the Australian leg of the tour and ask, is unpredictability more valued than perfection? They also congratulate the first (known) Pulitzer Prize winning ...
Listen062 – Spit! April 4, 2016 from 2016-04-04T23:22:59
In today’s episode David and Scott recap the Bells Beach event, analyze the Big Wave award nominees, spread rumors and gossip about an upcoming specialty event at Teahupo’o, shame the former Austra...
Listen061 – Spit! March 18, 2016 from 2016-03-18T23:21:14
This week we cover the glory and drama that was the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast, including the injuries, the upside down world rankings, Duke-esque maneuvers, and so much more. Enjoy! SHOUT OUT TO MI...
Listen060 – Spit! February 29, 2016 from 2016-02-29T23:20:04
After a couple worthy swells and one false start, The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau Invitational finally ran on February 25th, 2016. It was glorious! Arguably, the biggest, best Eddie ever, W...
Listen059 – Spit! February 16, 2016 from 2016-02-16T23:18:47
So much surf news! Big waves smashed Mavericks and Jaws, but not Waimea. Did Quik know? Was it all a hoax? Also, lots of green talk this week; Fergal Smith runs for the Green Party, KS... Learn mor...
Listen058 – Spit! February 2, 2016 from 2016-02-02T23:17:16
Recorded while David and Scott watch the final day of the Volcom Pipe Pro, the boys discuss Kelly’s plea to investigate 9/11, Quiksilver’s $600 million bailout, Brock Little’s cancer diagnosis, Bra...
Listen057 – Spit! January 19, 2016 from 2016-01-19T23:15
So much (dare I say it) El Nino swell pumping through the Pacific lately. David and Scott break down the seasons from Todos Santos to Peahi. Scott discusses the highlights of Surf Expo, and David.....
Listen056 – Spit! January 5, 2016 from 2016-01-05T23:13:52
In this hard-hitting episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott reveal their predictions for 2016, analyze social media’s ROI, step inside Strider’s Malibu barn, honor the Dukes, chastise the Kooks,...
Listen055 – Spit! December 21, 2015 from 2015-12-21T23:12:32
Bonus episode! David and Scott chime-in on Adriano’s World Title, the Pipe Masters, and Kelly Slater’s Wave Pool. It’s been a big week in surfing and we’re all the winners. Oh yeah, we also have......
Listen054 – Spit! with Rob Machado, December 14, 2015 from 2015-12-14T23:11:08
We have a supersized show for you today, complete with an interview with Rob Machado and Firewire CEO Mark Price discussing Rob’s new line of Firewire constructed boards. The Machado interview star...
Listen053 – Spit! December 1, 2015 from 2015-12-01T23:09:05
In today’s show David and Scott have a pre-Pipeline discussion including Bruce Irons’ entry into the event, his new sponsorship deal, the Triple Crown standings, the Target Maui Pro, a horrific tra...
Listen052 – Spit! November 19, 2015 from 2015-11-19T23:06:45
Welcome back! In today’s show David and Scott discuss the start of the Triple Crown, David reviews John John Florence’s new film “View From A Blue Moon”, David give’s his top 10 Surf Poll Awards,.....
Listen051 – Spit! November 10, 2015 from 2015-11-10T23:02
In today’s show David talks about surfing a tidal bore in Bordeaux, then he and Scott discuss designer reefs, the 10 most important surfers in the world, The Shapers’ Roundtable, reminisce on the G...
Listen050 – Spit! November 4, 2015 from 2015-11-04T23:00:27
We’re back! David and Scott catch up on their travels, the World Title race going into Pipeline, opening season at Sunset, the recent tragedies at Swami’s, Dukes and Kooks, and much more! DAVID IN ...
Listen049 – Spit! October 6, 2015 from 2015-10-06T22:56:35
In today’s show David and Scott discuss surfing’s inclusion in the 2020 Olympics, Barbarian Days, Laird’s new clothing line, whether marriage hinders a world title campaign, Dukes, Kooks, Must-See ...
Listen048 – Spit! with Maurice Cole, September 22, 2015 from 2015-09-22T22:52:52
In today’s show David and Scott discuss Kelly Slater and Joel Tudor’s jiu jitsu grapple, Quiksilver’s bankruptcy, the gruesome shark attack video in Instagram, Duke, Kooks, and much more! Man Attac...
Listen047 – Spit! September 14, 2015 from 2015-09-14T22:51:10
In today’s show we talk to Surf Aid founder Dr. Dave Jenkins. He explains the Mother&Child Health Project that he distributes through the remotes regions of Indonesia. In the second part of the... ...
Listen046 – Spit! September 8, 2015 from 2015-09-08T22:49:54
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss kook slams, the anomaly of the current North Shore activity, the perils of kitesurfing, how Julian will win the world title this year, and Curren playing ...
Listen045 – Spit! August 25, 2015 from 2015-08-25T22:48:35
Our 100th episode! Pop the champagne! Pat yourself on the back. In today’s show we discuss how Scott and David are the Easy-E and Dr. Dre of the surf podcast game, surfer’s horrible musical prefere...
Listen044 – Spit! August 11, 2015 from 2015-08-11T22:47:04
David and Scott catch up and discuss their respective surf travels during the past month before discussing Fanning’s shark attack, Snowdonia, surf fashion, motocross at Teahupo’o, the US Open, and ...
Listen043 – Spit! July 6, 2015 from 2015-07-06T22:45:33
David and Scott discuss the sorry state of surf filmmaking, and the few glimmers of hope. Kandui? Or Nokandui? We discuss the NFL’r who just wants to shred, we preview J-Bay, and share the heartwar...
Listen042 – Spit! June 23, 2015 from 2015-06-23T22:42:39
In today’s show, David and Scott discuss spectacle that was the Fiji Pro, Guiness record setting group surfing, Target taking over surf, Tom Curren bodyboarding, JFLO’s faceplant into the reef, a n...
Listen041 – Spit! June 9, 2015 from 2015-06-09T22:41:22
In today’s episode David and Scott discuss photographer’s infighting, Texas wave parks, Sally’s win with a ruptured ear drum, where Kelly’s wins went, and much more! Dig in! PHOTOGRAPHY RIGHTS AND ...
Listen040 – Spit! May 26, 2015 from 2015-05-26T22:39:01
David and Scott discuss the Rio Pro pandemonium, the $20 million StabMag purchase, Banting dethroning Slater, why Filipe is greater than Kolohe, oil spilling kooks, Spindle Flipping dukes, and a su...
Listen039 - Spit! May 12, 2015 from 2015-05-12T07:00
Here's a bonus sized episode for you. We cover the WSL's bid for the Maverick's permit, the massive Puerto Escondido swell, bid a fond farewell to brother Barney, discuss opening day in Rio, take a...
Listen038 - Spit! April 28, 2015 from 2015-04-28T07:00
In today's show David and Scott recap the Western Australian leg of the Tour, discuss man-scaping with Kelly and Gabe, 65 year old's getting pitched over the falls at Puerto, and proper parenting t...
Listen037 - Spit! April 14, 2015 from 2015-04-14T07:00
We open today's show discussing a couple insightful emails from listeners who know much more about our show topics than we do (no sarcasm intended!). We also analyze the WSL going into what looks t...
Listen036 - Spit! March 31, 2015 from 2015-03-31T07:00
CEO's are getting clipped. Sharks are getting jumped. South African's backhand the BWWT. The NY Times chimes in on the Brazilian Storm. Kelly invests in yet another business venture and Playmates a...
Listen035 - Spit! March 17, 2015 from 2015-03-17T07:00
No Pipe Masters?! It could happen. David and Scott uncover a juicy saga that may lead to the unraveling of the WSL. In the 2nd half of show 1976 World Surfing Champion, Peter Townend, joins that sh...
Listen034 - Spit! March 3, 2015 from 2015-03-03T08:00
David and Scott discover the burgeoning surf scene in South Korea, celebrate the Maui surf community, petition surf access in Morocco, analyze the success of our inaugural Fantasy Surfer club, and ...
Listen033 - Spit! February 18, 2015 from 2015-02-18T08:00
Spreading rumors, what we're riding, Noa Deane talks sobriety, Kelly's birdie, Pay-Per-View surfing, Dukes, Kooks, and so much more. It's a plentiful week for Surf Splendor. Get it while it's fresh...
Listen032 - Spit! February 3, 2015 from 2015-02-03T09:00
We spend the first half of today’s show chatting with Firewire CEO Mark Price about board construction, rumors of Kelly Slater’s investment in the brand, and upcoming trends in board building mater...
Listen031 - Spit! January 20, 2015 from 2015-01-20T08:00
We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover the details of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, B...
Listen030 - Spit! January 6, 2015 from 2015-01-06T08:00
Dane Reynolds is pregnant. Kelly Slater has a Master's Degree. Gabriel is NOT the first Brazilian surf champ. We uncover some hard truths in the first show of 2015. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad ...
Listen029 - Spit! December 17, 2014 from 2014-12-17T08:00
With 5 consecutive lay days at the Pipe Masters, David&Scott take the opportunity to dissect the controversial trials event, rounds 1&2, and the unbelievable free surf session that took place 10 mi...
Listen028 - Spit! December 2, 2014 from 2014-12-02T08:00
In today's episode of Surf Splendor, David and Scott break down the upcoming Pipe Masters event and the recent report of the ASP operating at a $30 million loss. Yikes! From the forecast, to the tr...
Listen027 - Spit! November 18, 2014 from 2014-11-18T08:00
In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott catch up on the incredible event that was first jewel of the Triple Crown, Kelly Slater's announcement about being a brand ambassador, electrified s...
Listen026 - Spit! November 4, 2014 from 2014-11-04T08:00
Is Kelly "Jedi-Mind-Trapping" Gabby and Mick? These two podcasters think so! What is the Titan of Mavericks, and who? Is Scott endangering people's lives by surfing leashless? Will Quiksilver be ar...
Listen025 - Spit! October 20, 2014 from 2014-10-20T07:00
While watching the final of the Rip Curl Pro, David and Scott discuss the highs and lows of the event. They then continue the debate about the decreasing market influence of the professional freesu...
Listen024 - Spit! October 7, 2014 from 2014-10-07T07:00
David&Scott discuss Kelly Slater's wave pool, trespassing through private property to surf, John John's mastery in France, the world title scenarios, Dukes and Kooks and much more! Learn more about...
Listen023 - Spit! September 23, 2014 from 2014-09-23T07:00
Welcome back! In the midst of this "Gabriel the villain" controversy, Gabe runs over 2 people at Lowers and then Chris Ward's daughter, Malia, pushes Gabe off a wave! We then recap the Hurley Lower...
Listen022 - Spit! September 10, 2014 from 2014-09-10T07:00
David and Scott catch up on listener feedback and emails, mainly regarding hatemail directed towards Scott's opinion about Gabe Medina playing the role of the villain in the ASP. They then cover th...
Listen021 - Spit! September 4, 2014 from 2014-09-04T07:00
David and Scott catch up about their respective Hurricane Marie sessions, Scott campaigns for Gabriel Medina to play the role of the "Bad Guy" of the WCT, and the they discuss why Cape Fear was bet...
Listen020 - Spit! August 13, 2014 from 2014-08-13T07:00
David and Scott hail Tommy Carroll, applaud Luke Egan&Kelly Slater for bucking the man, plan a surf trip to North Korea, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen019 - Spit! June 24, 2014 from 2014-06-24T07:00
David and Scott discuss Fast Eddie's threat to the ASP, Freddy P's un-sewn wild oats, Webland, Duke&Kook and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen018 - Spit! June 6, 2014 from 2014-06-06T07:00
In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott begin by recapping The Boardroom Show. Scott then shares about a luncheon he attended in 2012 with Ricky Grigg and talks about his passing. The guys...
Listen017 - Spit! May 13, 2014 from 2014-05-13T07:00
In today's episode of Surf News, David and Scott discuss finless surfing, shark deterrent wetsuits, the Billabong Rio Pro, Dustin Barca's bid for mayor, the Duke and Kook, and much more. Learn more...
Listen016 - Spit! April 29, 2014 from 2014-04-29T07:00
David and Scott discuss the Bells Beach event, the XXL awards, Sally Fitz&KFC, beer sponsors, Dukes&Kooks and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen015 - Spit! April 15, 2014 from 2014-04-15T07:00
David and Scott discuss the Otis Carey lawsuit, the Margaret River event, the XXL awards and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen014 - Spit! April 1, 2014 from 2014-04-01T07:00
David Scales and Scott Bass welcome Sean Mattison to discuss Kelly parting ways from Quiksilver, the life of Hobie Alter, Cape Fear, Margaret River, Gossip Hour, Duke&Kook and more! Learn more abou...
Listen013 - Spit! March 18, 2014 from 2014-03-18T07:00
David and Scott discuss their new asymmetrical surfboards, racism in surfing, Bangladeshi female surfers, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen012 - Spit! March 13, 2014 from 2014-03-13T07:00
Special guest Paul Staurch joins us to discuss the 50th anniversary celebration of the Endless Summer. Then David Scales and Scott Bass discuss the Quiksilver Pro Snapper event: the successes, the ...
Listen011 - Spit! March 4, 2014 from 2014-03-04T08:00
We're pleased to have special guest Johnny Kessel in studio today. He shares his harrowing story of being lost at sea just a few days ago! Then David and Scott discuss Carissa ripping, Jordy trippi...
Listen010 - Spit! February 18, 2014 from 2014-02-18T08:00
Scott Bass and David Scales discuss Equality for the Women's Tour, Lewis Samuels, Bat Tails, The Polarity of Adriano, plus the Duke and Kook of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Listen009 - Spit! January 23, 2014 from 2014-01-23T08:00
David and Scott discuss recent big wave activity around the Pacific, localism at Lunada Bay, the passing of Bruce Jones, and the changes for 2014 ASP World Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Listen008 - Spit! December 16, 2013 from 2013-12-16T08:00
David and Scott discuss the pivotal moments that contributed to one of the greatest days ever of competitive surfing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen007 - Spit! December 12, 2013 from 2013-12-12T08:00
David and Scott discuss the culture of the North Shore, a mid-Pipe Masters recap, the Surfer Poll awards and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen006 - Spit! December 3, 2013 from 2013-12-03T08:00
David and Scott catch up on a variety of topics from Dane trying to requalify to the wipeout of the year at Jaws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen005 - Spit! November 22, 2013 from 2013-11-22T08:00
In this supersized version of Surf News, David and Scott break down this weeks biggest stories. Is Sunny Garcia a one-trick pony? Will Fukushima destroy the planet? Is Greg Long the adventurer of t...
Listen004 - Spit! November 1, 2013 from 2013-11-01T07:00
David and Scott discuss Maya Gabiera's wipeout at Nazare, Carlos Burle's potential record breaking ride at Nazare, the Pipeline Season opening swell, Tom Carroll's meth addiction, the One World Ran...
Listen003 - Spit! October 21, 2013 from 2013-10-21T07:00
We start today's show with David discussing The Fin Project with Timothy Hogan. Secondly, we let you listen to a preview of next week's episode, A Candid Conversation with Shaun Tomson. Lastly, Dav...
Listen002 - Spit! October 10, 2013 from 2013-10-10T07:00
David&Scott discuss the Mick&Gabe final in France, Parko getting pushed by judges and slapped by a bodyboarder, Dave Wassel vs. Tahiti, and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Listen001 - Spit! September 1, 2013 from 2013-09-01T07:00
Scott and David's first recording together! They cover Alana's T-Mobile commercial, Anastasia's twerking, Button's cancer diagnosis, and the shark attacks on Reunion Island. Learn more about your a...
Listen001 - Spit! September 1, 2013 from 2013-09-01T07:00
Scott and David's first recording together! They cover Alana's T-Mobile commercial, Anastasia's twerking, Button's cancer diagnosis, and the shark attacks on Reunion Island. Learn more about your a...
Listen001 - Spit! September 1, 2013 from 2013-09-01T07:00
Scott and David's first recording together! They cover Alana's T-Mobile commercial, Anastasia's twerking, Button's cancer diagnosis, and the shark attacks on Reunion Island. Learn more about your a...
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