Confessions of a Surf Lady | The First Women's Surfing Podcast™

Oct 19 2024 58 ep. 34 mins 25

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Confessions of a Surf Lady is a place where you can confess and openly share your thoughts and experiences as a woman who surfs. We take anonymous confessions about different topics and discuss them here on our show. It's our goal to tell an authentic story of the female surfer and represent you, how you want to be represented. Join the conversation by making a confession, reading confessions, or catching up on our blog at surfsociete.com.

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54. Surfing, Scotch, and Sisterhood: Friendship and Adventures Down Under

Oct 19 2024 47 mins

In 2014, I moved to Brisbane, Australia, alone. Surfing was on the agenda, but I knew nobody and nothing about the Australian lineup. One evening, I made my way to the coast to meet a group of surfers the next morning. My anxiety of being alone in a new country quickly eased as I met my first friend: Christina.Now, ten years later, Christina and I find ourselves in San Diego, shari

Understanding Surfcraft: Elevate Your Surfing and Connect with Surf Culture

Oct 12 2024 19 mins

For a long time, I surfed without fully understanding the impact of my board’s design. I knew I needed a longboard to cross-step and nose ride, but the world of surfcraft always seemed distant, almost secretive.Once I started to dig in and learn about surfboard design, everything changed. It didn’t just improve my surfing—it opened up a whole new way of experiencing the sport

Becoming My True Self: A Womxn's Journey Towards Authenticity and Inclusion

Oct 05 2024 42 mins

With a single call to "the big dogs," Sasha Jane Lowerson set in motion a revolution for equality in competitive surfing. Despite her success in numerous competitions under her former identity of Ryan Egan, Sasha feared competing as a transgender surfer. Instead of letting fear take over, she embraced her true self and championed groundbreaking inclusion policies for surfers of div

Beat Surf Slumps and Boost Progress with Your Surf Journal

Sep 28 2024 18 mins

Want to stay out of a surf slump, keep the stoke high, and make progress in your surfing? Start a surf journal! In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share how keeping a surf journal has been a game-changer for me. I’ll explain how I document my sessions, reflections, and surf goals in a cute, bright colored, A4 notebook, decorated with stickers, stamps, and photos. This ritua

Thank You for 50 episodes & 50K Downlaods!

Sep 21 2024 15 mins

After 4.5 years of running this podcast we've reached 50 Episodes and surpassed 50k Downloads! Thank you to our listeners, guests, friends and family for listening and supporting our show. I couldn't be more grateful.xo, Laura DaySend me a Message! Be sure to leave your contact info.Support the showConfessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Socié

Celebrating 50 Episodes of Knowledge, Culture, and Sisterhood

Sep 21 2024 51 mins

Try a membership at The Surf Société with 7 days free.Join us as we celebrate the 50th episode of Confession of a Surf Lady Podcast, and nearly 50k downloads! Tune in to hang out with me, Host Laura Day, and longtime listener, Surf Société Member, and surfy friend Diana Zalucky. Together, we reflect on the podcast's journey and our mission to empower women in the lineup through

Navigating Surf Relationships: Moving On from Toxic Groups and Negative Friends

Aug 31 2024 17 mins

The connection you have with your surf community directly shapes your surf experience. While being part of a surf group is important, it's even more crucial that the community aligns with your personal goals, motivations, and personality.In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share my personal journey in finding the right surf family. I discuss my experiences with toxic surf club

Breaking Down the Barriers in Surfboard Shaping

Aug 24 2024 38 mins

Growing up in Orange County, Ben loved to spend time in the water. However, as he grew up transgender, the revealing nature of swimwear eventually made him uncomfortable and led him to give up his time in the ocean. It wasn’t until he moved back to Orange County from San Francisco in 2010 that he was encouraged to get back into surfing.In San Francisco, Ben found a strong sense o

Overcoming Ocean Trauma + Fear in the Lineup through Surf Mental Training

Aug 10 2024 38 mins

Whether it's navigating a competitive lineup or dropping into steeper waves, every surfer is bound to face fear in the lineup.But what happens when that fear becomes so debilitating that you can no longer enjoy your sessions?Meet Kim Chareonbood. Hypnotherapist, sports mental trainer, and Surf Guide at The Surf Société Community. Kim specializes in helping surfers overcome fear a

Saltwater in the Blood: Easkey Britton visits The Surf Société

Jul 20 2024 48 mins

Have you ever experienced the poetry of surfing? The saltwater molecules enveloping your body as they break your fall from a wipeout, the energy of a wave curling up to greet you, propelling you down the line for a mere 10-15 seconds. The natural components of your local break that set the stage for play and connection with your best friends.In this episode you'll take a sneak peak