Todd Glaser: Capturing Kelly Slater’s Greatest Moments in “A Life of Waves


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Dec 09 2024 67 mins   13

In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by the legendary surf photographer Todd Glaser, who has spent decades traveling the globe with surfing icon Kelly Slater. Todd and Kelly recently released a stunning new book, “A Life of Waves”, a visual masterpiece showcasing some of Kelly’s most iconic moments. Don’t miss this episode as we dive into fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from their adventures and explore the secrets behind Kelly Slater’s success.



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Chapters


00:00 The Art of Surf Photography


12:51 Surf Adventures With Kelly Slater


20:07 Kelly Slater Winning Pipe Masters at 50


30:51 Passion and Precision in Surfing


33:47 The Mad Scientist of Surfing


36:14 The Balance of Analysis and Intuition


39:39 The Evolution of Surfing Techniques


42:32 Capturing the Perfect Wave


46:22 The Excitement of the Wave Pool


50:53 Moments of Triumph in Surfing


52:20 Personal Philosophy of Surfing


57:00 The Ideal Wave and Board Choice


01:01:32 Legacy of Surfing and Future Generations



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