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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/21/26 |  Blue Prescription with Demaris Morales✨ | trauma recoverysurf therapy+4 | Damaris Morales | WeSurf PodcastSwellSeason Surf Radio Station | — | surfinghealth+5 | — | 1h 00m 20s | |
| 5/15/26 |  Through the Lens with Eli Jules✨ | filmmakingsurf culture+5 | Eli Jules | WTF StudiosThe Swell Season Surf Radio Podcast Network+3 | St. Lucia | surfingidentity+5 | — | 1h 06m 05s | |
| 3/14/26 |  Around the World in 80 waves with Yvettte Cave✨ | surf culturefemale empowerment+4 | Yvette Cave | Wave WahinisChurchill Fellowship+2 | New YorkCalifornia+4 | surfingfemale surfers+6 | — | 57m 25s | |
| 2/10/26 |  Spin Cycle with Chelsea Woody✨ | motherhoodsurfing+4 | Chelsea Woody | Spin Cycle | — | motherhoodsurfing+5 | — | 35m 40s | |
| 1/2/26 |  The Ocean Knows Her Name with Maizy Gordon✨ | surfingyouth sports+4 | Maizy Gordon | — | — | surfingMaizy Gordon+5 | Salt Life | 1h 07m 23s | |
| 12/19/25 |  Sliding Liberia: Beyond the Documentary with Andrew, Brahima & Faith✨ | surfing culturecommunity engagement+4 | Faith KuluAndrew Johnson+1 | Clean Ocean View LiberiaProvide the Slide+1 | — | Liberiasurfing+6 | — | 1h 13m 38s | |
| 11/14/25 |  Salty Confessions and Sunny Perspective with Laura Day✨ | surfinginclusivity+5 | Laura Day | Confessions of a Surf LadySurf Societe+3 | ocean | surfingwomen's surfwear+5 | — | 57m 21s | |
| 10/27/25 |  WeSurf Ep. 18: Children of the Sea: The Heart of Fiji with Lea Chin✨ | Fijian youth empowermentsurfing+5 | Lea Chin | Children of the SeaWTF Studios+1 | FijiNew Jersey | FijiChildren of the Sea+6 | — | 58m 17s | |
| 9/26/25 |  The Nautical Negro with Brian 'BJ' James✨ | surf culturementorship+4 | Brian 'BJ' James | WTF StudiosThe Swell Season Surf Radio Network | Rockaway | surfingcommunity+6 | — | 1h 03m 48s | |
| 9/10/25 |  Ep. 16: Surfing Through Season Three: A New Beginning✨ | work-life balancecommunity events+4 | — | — | — | surfingcommunity events+4 | — | 53m 24s | |
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| 6/12/25 |  Textured Waves with Danielle Lyons✨ | representation in surfingexperiences of women of color+4 | Danielle Black-Lyons | Textured WavesWTF Studios+1 | Jamaica | surfingBIPOC+6 | — | 1h 07m 45s | |
| 5/21/25 |  The Brothers Godette with Paul and Jango Godette✨ | skateboardingcommunity+5 | Paul GodetteJango Godette | Clip Mode | RockawayBarbados+1 | skateboardingsurfing+7 | — | 1h 08m 37s | |
| 3/24/25 |  The Black Surfers Collective - A Movement in Inclusivity with Greg Rachal | In this episode of the WeSurf Podcast, hosts Kwame and Nigel welcome Gregory Rachal, president and co-founder of the Black Surfers Collective. They discuss Gregory's personal journey into surfing, the formation and mission of the Black Surfers Collective, and the importance of community in surfing. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by Black surfers, the significance of events like Nick Gabaldon Day, and the need for greater diversity and inclusion in the surf industry. Gregory shares insights on overcoming barriers in competitive surfing and emphasizes the importance of reclaiming the presence of people of color in the water.To Learn more about the Black Surfers Collective you can go to http://www.blacksurferscollective.orgOr follow them on Instagram at: @blacksurferscollective The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by WTF Studios and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcastShow Notes: 00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome01:23 Meet Gregory Rochelle: A Hero Among Us02:38 Gregory's Journey into Surfing04:35 The Birth of the Black Surfers Collective07:07 Challenges and Triumphs in Surfing14:12 Nick Gabaldon Day: Honoring a Pioneer21:37 Future Vision for the Black Surfers Collective24:02 The Cost of Competitive Surfing27:34 Community Support and Surfing31:37 Diversity and Inclusion in the Surf Industry32:50 Challenges of Storing Old Boards33:14 Supporting the Surfing Community33:39 Reflections on the Surf Industry34:06 The Impact of 2020 on Surf Culture36:06 Building a New Table in Surfing39:43 Overcoming Financial Challenges42:12 Surfing Routines and Favorite Spots45:07 Encouragement for Aspiring Black Surfers48:16 The Importance of Community51:32 Historical Black Surfers55:16 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts | 59m 05s | ||||||
| 2/15/25 | Surfing Beyond Boundaries with The Salty Sisters' Journey | In this episode of the We Surf Podcast, hosts Kwame Labassiere and Nigel Louis welcome the Salty Sisters, Autumn Kitchens and Farmata Dia, to discuss their journey as black women surfers, the importance of community, and the challenges they face in the surfing world. The conversation explores themes of cultural identity, environmental activism, and the healing power of the ocean, while also touching on personal wellness and the significance of sisterhood in their lives.The episode highlights the need for representation in surfing and the impact of their advocacy work, including their involvement with Surfers in Solidarity. The hosts and guests share personal stories, insights on hair care, and their future surfing plans, creating a rich dialogue about the intersection of surfing, culture, and community.Aaaaaand you get to hear the beginning of the JOLLOF RICE WARS! Enjoy! | 1h 09m 11s | ||||||
| 1/28/25 |  WeSurf Ep.11: Reflections & Resolutions | In this episode, hosts Kwame La Bassiere and Nigel Louis welcome listeners to the first episode of 2025, reflecting on the past year and discussing various topics including the impact of local events, personal struggles, and the future of the WeSurf podcast. They remember a local Rockaway surfing legend, Ralton, and address the recent A train shutdown affecting Rockaway.The conversation shifts to winter surfing experiences, the California wildfires, and personal challenges faced by the hosts. They conclude with exciting plans for the WeSurf podcast, including a new road trip format to explore surfing stories across different communities.The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcastTakeawaysThe podcast is back for 2025 with a refreshed format.Ralton's passing highlights the importance of community in surfing.The A train shutdown poses challenges for Rockaway residents and businesses.Winter surfing can be tough, but it offers unique rewards.California wildfires remind us of the importance of community support.Personal struggles can lead to growth and resilience.The WeSurf podcast is expanding to include more diverse stories.Plans for a road trip format to explore surfing culture.Community engagement is vital for the surf culture.The hosts emphasize the importance of enjoying life and pursuing passions. | 38m 52s | ||||||
| 7/1/24 |  Black.Surfers with Kayiita Johansson | In this episode of the WeSurf podcast, host Kwame LaBassiere interviews Kayiita Johansson, the founder of the Black.Surfers Community Group. They discuss Kayiita’s journey into surfing, the lack of diversity in the surfing community, and the creation of the Black.Surfers Community Group. The conversation highlights the importance of community and representation in surfing, and the impact that the group has had in bringing together black surfers and promoting equity in the sport.Black.Surfers is a global community that aims to create a positive, inclusive, and respectful space for black surfers. Kayiita, explains how he manages the community and ensures that it aligns with the vision of inclusivity and support. He also discusses his vision for the future of Black.Surfers, including expanding the organization, co-sponsoring legislation, and increasing coastal access for black people. Kayiita emphasizes the importance of policy work in addressing the systemic issues faced by black surfers and creating equity in the surfing community. He also addresses the pushback and criticism he has received for creating a space specifically for black surfers. In this final part of the conversation, Kayiita discusses the importance of allies in the surf community and the impact of voting and activism. They also engage in a fun rapid-fire question round about surf meals and preferences. Kwame shares his vision for the WeSurf podcast and the impact he hopes to see in the next five years.For more information on Black.Surfers you can go to their Instagram page: @black.surfersThe WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 1h 11m 30s | ||||||
| 4/30/24 |  WeSurf Ep. 9: Surf4Dem with Giovanni Martinez | In this conversation, Kwame La Bassiere interviews Dr. Giovanni Martinez, a clinical psychologist in Puerto Rico who works with children with autism. Dr. Martinez started the organization Surf4Dem, which uses surf therapy to help children with autism improve their social communication skills, sensory processing disorders, and muscular tone.The therapy also has a positive impact on the families, as parents are encouraged to surf alongside their children. The program has been successful in providing unique therapeutic benefits and improving the overall well-being of the participants. Dr. Martinez explains the meaning behind the name Surf4Dem, which stands for Surf for the Development of Emotion and Motor Skills. The organization focuses on using surf therapy to help children with autism develop their social communication skills and improve their motor skills.Giovanni emphasizes the importance of trying new and unconventional therapies for children with autism, as different approaches may have a significant impact on their development. He also discusses the potential benefits of medical tourism, where families from other places can come to Puerto Rico for a customized surf therapy program for their children.For more information on Surf4Dem you can go to: https://www.gjcpp.org/en/ or on Instagram at @surf4demThe WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 1h 14m 02s | ||||||
| 3/24/24 |  WeSurf Ep. 8: I Love That For You with Beah & Berna | In this episode of the WeSurf podcast, Kwame LaBassiere interviews two female surfers, Berna and Beah, about their experiences in the surfing community. They discuss how they got into surfing and the challenges they faced as beginners. The conversation also touches on the importance of etiquette in the lineup and the gray areas surrounding who has the right of way. Additionally, they explore the unique experiences and perspectives of being female surfers in a predominantly male-dominated sport. The conversation touched on various topics related to surfing, including representation in the water, and the impact of surfing on their lives. The speakers discussed the lack of diversity in surfing, with it being predominantly a sport for white cis males. They also shared their personal experiences in the water and how their gender and ethnicity may have influenced those experiences. Lastly, they discussed the positive changes that surfing has brought to their lives. They also discuss how surfing can be incorporated into a business, as Berna has done with her surf-inspired clothing brand. The guests share their favorite pre and post-surf meals and their favorite surf spots. They also answer some fun rapid-fire questions. They discuss the joy of catching waves and the sense of freedom and connection with nature that surfing brings. They also talk about the physical and mental challenges of surfing, including the importance of patience and perseverance. The conversation concludes with a fun segment where they answer questions about surfers and their habits.The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 1h 13m 30s | ||||||
| 2/26/24 |  We Surf Ep. 7: The Twin Wave Dancers | Welcome to episode 7 of the We Surf podcast. Often you will hear surfers referred to as Wave Dancers. On this episode we meet wave dancers who are also ballet dancers. Mei and Shui Lee or as their instagram handle refers to them as The Lee Twins. Kwame discusses speaks to them about how and why they started surfing. How their dance background has helped their surfing. And some of the experiences they have had in the water, both negative and positive. Their energy is infectious and you don’t have to see them to tell that they were smiling throughout the entire conversation while simultaneously exhibiting wisdom that goes beyond their 17 years. Hope you enjoy it.The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 1h 19m 03s | ||||||
| 1/8/24 |  WeSurf Ep. 6: Waves of Hope with Chris Dennis | Welcome to episode 6 of the WeSurf podcast. This episode is done a little differently. Co-host Kwame Labassiere, recorded this episode while in Puerto Rico at the International Surf Therapy Organization conference. While there he interviewed professional surfer Chris Dennis from Trinidad and Tobago. Chris is the co-founder of Waves for Hope, an organization that runs youth development programs that utilize surfing and mentorship to provide positive psychology education to at-risk youths in under-served communities across Trinidad & Tobago.Kwame talks to Chris about his upbringing in Trinidad and Tobago, his journey to surfing professionally and the challenges he faced, along with his ongoing commitment to surf therapy through his organization, Waves for Hope. The conversation explores key moments and influences in Chris's life, his perspectives on surfing, and experiences on the international circuit. The back and forth is lively, peppered with humor and insightful anecdotes. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it. To find out more about Waves for Hope go to: www.waves-for-hope.orgor follow Chris Dennis at @chrisdennis_1The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 1h 01m 50s | ||||||
| 11/19/23 |  WeSurf Black Surfers in the Concrete Jungle with Mosiah Moonsammy | On this episode of WeSurf Nigel and Kwame speak with documentary filmmaker and reborn surfer Mosiah Moonsammy. An award winning filmmaker based in NYC, Mosiah's last project “Last Bodega In Brooklyn” played internationally on the film festival circuit and was received with rave reviews. After meeting Nigel at Station RBNY, Mosiah became interested in telling Nigel’s story and showing the world what a black owned surf shop in the Northeast of the US means to surfers of color through his current work in progress documentary, “Black Surfers in the Concrete Jungle”. The Film explores the exposure and expansion of Black Culture through the lens of Nigel Louis and the black surfing commmunity. As always the energy is positive and the vibes as are right.To find out more about the project and other work by Mosiah go to www.mosiahmakesmoves.com Or you can follow him on Instagram @mosiahmakesmovesThe WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcast | 54m 57s | ||||||
| 1/25/23 |  WeSurf Ep. 4: Wade in the Water with David Mesfin & Beyin Abraha | Happy New Year everyone! On this episode of the WeSurf Podcast we step out of Rockaway and speak to Director David Mesfin and Executive Producer Beyin Abraha of the documentary 'Wade in the Water: A Journey Into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture.' This documentary reclaims the 1000 year old tradition of Black Surfing throughout the globe, by honoring the historical and contemporary relationship between Black people and the ocean. We discuss the documentary, the world of Black surfing and surfers, the historical common threads that bind Black surfers together and how we can support the next generation of surfers.For more information you can go to www.wadeinthewaterproject.comOr follow them on Instagram @davidmesfinart The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comFollow the WeSurf Podcast on Instagram @wesurfpodcastMusic: Song: Wade in the WaterArtist: Ella JenkinsAlbum: African American Folk Rhythms | 1h 03m 09s | ||||||
| 9/16/22 |  WeSurf Ep. 3: Stop Playin' With Em with Quest Soliman & Paul Godette | On this episode of WeSurf, Nigel and Kwame have the Rockaway's own Paul Goddette and Quest Soliman to discuss their meteoric rise as Vloggers with their Youtube Channel, Stop Playin With Em. Paul and Quest have spent the good part of the last few years traveling and documenting their journey's. The conversation covers life on the road, being a black surfer in today's surf culture, the friends and family they have made while traveling and their latest film: "Stop Playin With Em". The energy and vibes radiating off these two is infectious. You will not be able to stop smiling. We hope you enjoy...Follow Quest and Paul on Instagram: @stop_playinwithemor on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBMmeNNiu_DvB9MG-rTgoBA Please excuse the audio quality. We were experimenting with new camera equipment and unfortunately the sound is a little rough. The Swell Season Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.com | 1h 13m 40s | ||||||
| 8/22/22 |  WeSurf Ep.2 - Fernando Pires | On this episode of WeSurf, Nigel and Kwame sit with local legend, Fernando Pires. Fernando grew up surfing on vibrant beaches of Rio de Janeiro and worked for a board maker there as a teenager before moving to New York City at age 20. He eventually realized there was surf here and moved out to the Rockaways in the early 80's. In the 1990s he opened the Secret Spot surf shop and began collecting surfboards over the years. His dream was to open a surfing museum stocked with the dozens of classic boards he has collected from all over the world. Nigel and Kwame discuss with Fernando the changes over the years in Rockaway, The forgotten art of jumping off the jetties into the lineup, his collection of boards, the surf museum and so much more. to know Fernando is to know a bit of Rockaway surf history. We hope you enjoy... The Swell Season Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network. www.swellseasonsurfradio.comCover Photo: Mark Kauzlarich/The New York TimesMusic: Artist: Stan Getz & Joao GilbertoSong: DoraliceAlbum: Getz / Gilberto | 1h 01m 07s | ||||||
| 6/13/22 |  WeSurf Ep. 1: Farmata Dia | Welcome to the first episode of WeSurf, a Vlog & Podcast showcasing surfing through the lens of people of color, indigenous peoples, LGBTQ+ community and the average everyday surfer. This show is centered on the Rockaway Surf community as it relates to the larger surfing culture. We hope to broaden the conversation as to what it means to be a surfer. On this premiere episode, our guest, Rockaway local, model, surfer, traveler, Farmata Dia. She discusses growing up in Rockaway, finding surfing, her involvement in Laru Beya and her latest surf travel stints in Senegal and Panama. The Fun is just getting started on this first episode of WeSurf.Go to www.swellseasonsurfradio.com or follow the show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxMtUWFjUcYhttps://www.larubeyacollective.comhttps://www.riserockaway.orgOpening Song: Artist: Fela KutiSong: Water Get No EnemyAlbum: FELA: The Best of The Black President | 49m 42s | ||||||
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