Best Basis Surf Podcasts (2024)

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Donald Brink: Pushing the limits of surfboard design 1:27:40

18m ago1:27:40

1:27:40

On this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by one of the most innovative surfboard shapers on the planet, Donald Brink (@donaldbrink). His asym board with Matt Biolos was chosen by Mick Fanning as the winner of the 2022 Electric Acid Surfboard Test. In this episode, we dive deep into the details of board design - rails, rocker, vo…

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Doug Silva: Mastering Lateral Torque, apex surfing, and coaching Seth Moniz, Koa Rothman, and Kai Lenny 1:04:36

10d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

This episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Doug Silva (@dougsilvadotcom), the coach behind pro surfers Seth Moniz, Kai Lenny, and Koa Rothman. Doug shares his insights on refining cutbacks, maximizing wave power, and the small, game-changing tweaks that can elevate your surfing to the next level. If you’re looking to improve your surfing…

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Olympic Coach Marcelo Castellanos: Finding Flow Through Training 1:02:25

24d ago1:02:25

1:02:25

In this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Olympic Surf Coach Marcelo Castellanos (@marcelocsurf), a former professional surfer and coach behind some of the world’s best surfers like Bryan Perez. Marcelo, also the co-founder of the world-class academy Puro Surf in El Salvador, gives us an inside look at training for the Olympic…

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Kahea Hart: Training Olympians and Everyday Surfers 56:30

1M ago56:30

56:30

In this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Kahea Hart ( @hawaiisurfandperformance ), a former competitive surfer and the coach behind some of the world's best surfers like Olympian Brisa Hennessy and WSL Big Wave World Champion Billy Kemper. Kahea also works with everyday surfers, and in this episode, we explore his methods for…

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How Losing 30 Pounds Improved My Surfing with Coach Lenny V 54:46

1M ago54:46

54:46

How much can fitness really impact your surfing? In this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Coach Lenny V (@coachlennyv) and Cooper Walters (@cooper_walters) to share how dropping 30 pounds has completely transformed my surfing. From quicker pop-ups, catching more waves and surfing for longer. If you're ready to take your fitne…

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Margo: On style, longer boards, and being in the moment 35:54

2M ago35:54

35:54

In this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Brenden Margieson (@margomargs), hailed by many as the world’s ‘best-ever free surfer.’ Margo’s iconic style has left a lasting mark on generations of surfers, and in this episode, we’re lucky to have him share his wisdom on surfing. From mastering carves and roundhouse cutbacks to dev…

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The Surfboard Guide: Must-Have Surfboards for Your Quiver 55:12

2M ago55:12

55:12

In this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by Craig from The Surfboard Guide (@thesurfboardguide), a seasoned surfboard reviewer known for his detailed reviews of everything from high-performance shortboards to midlengths, alternative boards, and hybrids. Being someone who can surf them all really well, Craig has a really unique p…

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Matt Pagan: On The Most Important Principle In Surfing - Holding and Releasing 56:26

2M ago56:26

56:26

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Matt Pagan (@matt_pagan), a former pro surfer, impressive shaper, and surf coach who runs his own surf school. In the podcast, Matt highlights the significance of paddling and weight distribution in catching waves, along with tips on turning midlengths. So tune in and don’t miss this episode as we discuss the…

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Board Porn: Inside One of The World’s Most Insane Surfboard Collections 54:18

3M ago54:18

54:18

In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, Ron Shine (@boardporn) joins me to guide you through choosing your next surfboard. With a collection of over 100+ surfboards, Ron’s collection has it all—from see-through 3D printed designs to asymmetricals and high-performance shortboards. Whether you're looking to add a new piece to your quiver or just c…

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Parker Coffin: Developing Style and Power in Surfing 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

In this episode, I interview Parker Coffin (@parkercoffin), one of my favorite free surfers. He’s a goofy footer that shreds in big waves and small waves, and hucks crazy airs. Stab called him one of the best free surfers in the world. In this episode, Parker gives us insight into what makes his surfing so good, from how to surf with more power, ti…

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Dane Gudauskas: On how to find flow and rhythm surfing 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Dane Gudauskas (@danedamus), a pro surfer from South California and one of the makers of the famous Rocket Wide and G Skate surfboards by Channel Islands (@cisurfboards), joins me in this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast. Dane discusses how to make your surfing flow, body positioning and how to perfect your cutback. We also talked about Positiv…

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Devon Howard: How to unlock surfing midlengths 1:32:39

3M ago1:32:39

1:32:39

Devon Howard (@devon_howard), a pioneer of midlength surfing and the designer of the Channel Islands Mid (aka CI Mid), joins us on this week’s episode of the Basis Surf Podcast. Devon shares his approach to riding midlengths and offers tips on how to better position yourself on a wave and execute better bottom turns and cutbacks. Whether you're new…

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Zeke Lau: On how CT level pros train and think about technique 1:02:19

4M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Zeke Lau (@zekelau), a native Hawaiian pro surfer joined me in this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast to share his journey and approach to training and competing on the championship tour. Tag along as we dive deep into his training process, the importance of paddling, and the role of technique and mindset in his surfing. Sign up for our free sur…

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Pilgrim Surf + Supply: A Guide to Alternative Surfboards 1:25:37

4M ago1:25:37

1:25:37

Chris Gentille, the owner of Pilgrim Surf + Supply (@pilgrimsurfsupply), joined me in this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast to talk about the importance of choosing the right board, the concept of edge boards, his background as an artist and how he directed the film “Self Discovery For Social Survival,” and the connection between skateboarding …

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Eric Arakawa: On Shaping Surfboards for Jack Robinson, Andy Irons, and the Hos 59:15

5M ago59:15

59:15

Eric Arakawa (@arakawasurfboards), the shaper for over ten World Champions, including Andy Irons, Jack Robinsons, and Michael and Derek Ho, joined me in this week’s Basis Surf Podcast episode to share his insights on shaping boards for these world-class surfers and to discuss how each board was crafted to help them perform at their best. Sign up fo…

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Philippe Malvaux: On improving Kanoa Igarashi's carve and working with Julian WIlson 1:04:22

5M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Philippe Malvaux ( @philippemalvaux_surfcoaching ) is a former ASP judge, coach, and the team manager for Hurley and during his time has worked with and coached an incredible list of pro surfers including Kanoa Igarashi, Julian Wilson, Carissa Moore and John John Florence to name a few. In this week’s episode of Basis Surf Podcast, we delve into wh…

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Hunter Jones: How to score surf in LA to Iceland 46:38

5M ago46:38

46:38

Surfing with icebergs in Iceland, dodging sharks at Trestles, and scoring double overhead waves at Manhattan Beach - in this episode of the Basis Podcast, pro surfer and filmmaker, Hunter Jones (@hunterjones), discusses all this and shares his experience with oxygen deprivation training with big wave legend Laird Hamilton. Sign up for our free surf…

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Adam Knox: How to channel power through technique to enhance your surfing 49:52

6M ago49:52

49:52

Adam Knox ( @adamknox_ ) is a former pro that's the younger brother of legendary rail surfer Taylor Knox and has coached some of the best up and coming pro surfers like Caity Simmers, Kade Matson, Tia Blanco, and many more. With his expertise in kinesiology, we dive deep into technique, energy leaks, using surf skates as a tool, and how to improve …

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Duke Aipa: On radical innovations in surfboard design 42:04

6M ago42:04

42:04

In this week’s episode, Duke Aipa (@aipasurf), son of the legendary Hawaiian Shaper Ben Aipa, joins us to share the backstory of his father’s inventions, the "Swallow tail" and "The Sting" style boards and discusses how he continues his dad’s legacy by combining elements of past and present to create innovative boards like the Dark Twinn, the Moder…

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Leah Dawson: Finding the magic spots on your surfboard 55:18

6M ago55:18

55:18

In this week’s podcast episode, join me and Leah Dawson ( @leahloves ) as we dive deep about finding the magic spots on your board to improve your style in surfing and how to fix your stance for generating more speed. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsletter 👇 Chapters 00:00 The Art of Style: Becoming One …

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Dan Mann: Secrets to shaping for Kelly Slater and everyday surfers 56:07

7M ago56:07

56:07

In this week's podcast, the shaper behind Kelly Slater’s magic boards, @dan__mann, joined me to talk about the secrets of making boards that are high performance enough for the pros but also super user friendly for the everyday surfer. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduct…

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Wooly TV Reviews: The surfboards that blew his mind 1:04:56

7M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

@wooly_macpherson_surf_coach of Wooly TV, a surfboard reviewer and surf coach shared with us the boards that blew his mind. He dove deep into the tips on how to get better at surfing and how to find the perfect board for you. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:42 …

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Antoine Allain: How to explode into your turns 50:36

7M ago50:36

50:36

@antoineallain, a former competitive surfer and coach shared valuable tips with us on how to approach your bottom turns like a tiger and to explode into your top turns and many other interesting topics. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Anton's Surfing Style 08:…

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#39 - A Talk with Dave Ladin 1:10:57

8M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Dave Ladin is a seasoned professional with a passion for Business Communication, Developing a Growth Mindset, Fostering Personal Growth, Continuous Learning, and Self-Empowerment. Dave has served in the U.S. Air Force, Managed Global Fortune Top 500 Relationships, Developed and Expanded Territories, and was a Successful Restaurant Industry Employee…

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Thomye Surfs: The surfboards that changed his life 1:03:03

8M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

In this week’s podcast, I had the chance to talk to surfboard reviewer Thomye of @thomyesurfs who probably surfs waves that are the smaller everyday mushy beach breaks that a lot of us surf regularly. We talked about the surfboards that changed his life, how he optimizes his boards, and a ton of other helpful tips. Sign up for our free surfboard gu…

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#38 - Dr. Chuck Baio 46:19

8M ago46:19

46:19

Dr. Chuck Baio joins us today to talk about his experience as a doctor who prescribes the new weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. He discusses these revolutionary drugs and the success he has experienced with his patients in a short period of time. He talks about side effects, diet cost and weight loss options. Dr. Chuck Baio is Board Certif…

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Clayton Nienaber of Ombe Surf: Understanding Speed, Power, and Flow 1:19:50

8M ago1:19:50

1:19:50

Clayton Nienaber, the surf coach of @ombesurf joins me in this week’s podcast to reveal the key to unlocking better surfing by understanding the mechanics of a wave and learning about speed, power, and flow. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down volume, video library and newsletter Chapters 00:00 Starting with a Passion for Surfing 0…

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#37 - Flavio Costa 56:36

8M ago56:36

56:36

Flavio Costa is an avid kayaker. He joins us today to share his kayaking adventures. Flavio is participating in a kayaking fundraiser event this coming May 10, 2024. He will be joining a phenomenal group of military, veteran and first responder heroes as they paddle 50 miles across the open ocean in support of Task Force Hydro1. You can help Flavio…

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#36 - Surf & Scuba Special Episode with Brian Jones 1:00:05

9M ago1:00:05

1:00:05

Brian Jones joins us for a Surf and Scuba Special just in time for the summer water sport season. Let Brian inspire you to get out in nature to revive your soul. Learn how to train to learn how to surf depending on your stance, body type and wave types. Training is important to prevent injury and muscle strains. Flagler Beach, FL is hosting some su…

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Dave Allee of Almond Surfboards: Even 2 ft waves can be firing 52:35

9M ago52:35

52:35

In this podcast I interviewed Dave Allee the founder of @almondsurfboards and talked about how with the right attitude and the right equipment, even 2 ft can be firing, which is their company ethos. It’s a super interesting discussion about the right craft for small waves including midlengths, longboards, and single fins. Sign up for our free surfb…

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#35 - Tony Cerullo 52:12

9M ago52:12

52:12

Tony Cerullo shares his story with the help of a special guest Co-Host Rick DeTata. This episode brings us a new topic we have not yet explored, which has to do with Gestalt emotions that form in early childhood and create the person in you who interacts in the world every day. His certification in Neurolinguistic Programming allows him to help peo…

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Matt Parker of Album Surf: Asyms, Fishes, and Mid lengths 57:28

9M ago57:28

57:28

On this week’s podcast we have Matt Parker of @albumsurf, the creative shaper behind some of the most innovative alternative surfboards out there including asyms, twins, fishes, and more. @albumsurf has an incredible team of riders including @victorbernard0, @asher_pacey, @margomargs, and @josh_kerr84. Join us as he shares his journey into shaping …

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#34 - Christina Orman 44:31

9M ago44:31

44:31

Christina Orman shares her story of a truly amazing young woman and a lively Georgia Peach, who seems to accomplish more in a 24 hour day than anyone else we have interviewed. This dedicated mom and nurse just keeps drilling down and achieving one fitness goal after another, all while raising kids and maintaining and furthering a career. She reveal…

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On Style, Twins, and Asym Surfboards with Victor Bernardo 1:01:01

9M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Victor Bernardo (@victorbernard0) is one of the most talented free surfers in the world with a silky but explosive style and in this podcast we dive deep into how he developed his style and technique, the boards he rides from @albumsurf, and his journey through surfing. Sign up for our free surfboard guide for sizing down, video library, and newsle…

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#33 - Real Results with Rick DeTata 50:12

9M ago50:12

50:12

Rick DeTata joins host Angela Grayson once again for a special episode of the Loving Life Fitness Podcast to guide listeners on how to get Real Results with your workout lifestyle. Get the bottom line, no nonsense approach to living a more active and healthier lifestyle. Rick currently living as a retired firefighter, Veteran of the Air Force and N…

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#32 - Jennifer Giblin 48:05

9M ago48:05

48:05

Jennifer has over 25 years of experience in Performance Arts, Counselor Education, Psychotherapy, Life Coaching, Management and Event Planning. Jennifer's dance career began in adolescence on dance performance teams. She continued her performing arts career by working and performing with the Walt Disney World Co. in Entertainment and appeared in WD…

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Unlocking Twinnies and Longboards with Anthony Spencer 43:07

10M ago43:07

43:07

In this episode, Anthony Spencer (@anthonyspenncer), a twin fin and longboard aficionado with silky style from Western Australia, discusses his approach to surfing, his experience riding different surfboard types and how they each influence his style, starting with shortboards and transitioning to longboards and then to twin fins. He also talks abo…

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#31 - Rachelle Edrozo Paulk 46:37

10M ago46:37

46:37

Rachelle Paulk is a Mom, Grandma, Hairstylist, Author, Entrepreneur, Neora Brand Partner, Anti-Aging Skincare and Health and Wellness Specialist. With over 20 years in the Beauty Industry she began looking for a retirement as she traveled the world with Neora Anti-Aging Company. Rachelle developed a love for personal development and decided to writ…

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How to Noseride and Turn Longboards with Kassia Meador 55:47

10M ago55:47

55:47

Kassia Meador (@kassiasurf) shares her experiences and insights on longboarding. She starts out with her roots from surfing with her dad in C-Street and Malibu, to contests in Costa Rica and Australia and to eventually getting sponsored by Roxy. She shares her insights on noseriding and turning logs, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and m…

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#30 - Brian Jones 53:30

10M ago53:30

53:30

Brian Jones shares an incredible story of a physical therapist who advocates using breakthrough regenerative therapies to bring patients back from their injuries, as an alternative to first turning to surgery and longer downtime. Many people travel to different countries to access these procedures, but he is in the forefront of making the treatment…

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Finding Your Magic Surf Board with Surf n Show 46:32

10M ago46:32

46:32

In this episode we have Noel Salas, surfboard reviewer and host of Surf ‘n Show (@surf_n_show). Known for his comprehensive surfboard reviews, Noel’s insights have become a trusted resource for surfers looking to invest in new gear. He discusses the process of dialing in surfboards, how to find the right volume, the importance of speed and rails in…

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#29 - Ron Jantz 44:45

10M ago44:45

44:45

Ron Jantz is a soon to be 59-year-old trying to stay young! Personal fitness is his avenue of choice along that journey. He shares his personal journey of fitness plateaus, finding motivation, creative outdoor workouts and finding happiness through staying in the moment. As a professional, he has spent his entire career as a storyteller. Ron gradua…

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#28 - Kenny Crowell 57:37

10M ago57:37

57:37

Kenny Crowell is an everyday person just like you who shares a story of a husband and father who, like many of us, woke up one day and realized life had taken over and he needed to lose weight. Kenny shares how he changed his diet and his workouts in order to lose weight and insure a healthy and active lifestyle. Kenny was born and raised in upstat…

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Key to Barrels and Surf Longevity with Sam Hammer and Dave Santa Maria 57:49

10M ago57:49

57:49

In this conversation, Sam Hammer (@hammered_sam) and David Santa Maria (@davidjames80) of @surfhealthpro discuss various aspects of surfing, including getting barreled and maintaining fitness for longevity in the sport. They emphasize the importance of choosing the right board, picking the right waves, taking off behind the peak, developing paddle …

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#27 - Rick DeTata 50:40

11M ago50:40

50:40

Rick DeTata shares a story of someone who decides what they want and makes it happen. Currently living as a retired firefighter, Veteran of the Air Force and Navy as a Desert Storm Naval Aviator, one thing he has never retired is his determination to stay good looking, fit and strong. Rick bluntly states there are no secrets, if someone wants to ac…

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Surfing Jaws with Coconut Willie 23:05

11M ago23:05

23:05

Big wave pro surfer, @coconut_willie , shares his journey into surfing and his experiences at Jaws. The conversation covers key skills for surfing bigger waves, equipment preferences, and tips for backside barrel riding. He also shares stories about being a coconut distributor in Hawaii and compares climbing a tree to surfing a massive wave. He ope…

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#26 - Niki Campbell 57:31

11M ago57:31

57:31

Niki Campbell: Empowering Lives, Transforming Wellness As the force behind The Flourish Group, Niki Campbell is more than a CEO—she's an ardent advocate for vibrant, all-inclusive well-being and a seasoned thought leader in the health and wellness arena. Once a seasoned communications executive, Niki rewrote her destiny when two autoimmune diagnose…

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Twin fins and Midlengths with Ryan Lovelace 59:30

11M ago59:30

59:30

In this episode, @ryanlovelace , a super innovative surfboard maker and creator, joins us. He shapes everything from crazy alternative boards to high-performance craft. He shares his experience on riding the V-Bowls, insights on midlengths, surfboard feelings, his fin setups, board testing, twin fin design, and his unique perspective. We’ll dive in…

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#25 - Amelie Gerard 43:52

11M ago43:52

43:52

Amelie Gerard shares her story of how she and her family are changing the way people work out and get healthy in Flagler Beach, FL. Amelie and her family successfully created a huge networked work out family of over 4,000 participants in Canada. After fleeing Canada to escape repressive politics related to COVID, they chose Florida for their next a…

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Analyzing CRAZY POV footage with Dylan Lightfoot 1:00:29

11M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to catch a perfect wave at J Bay or get barreled in the Mentawais and see it exactly from the perspective of the surfer and know all the things that were going through @dylanlightfoot’s mind from a technique perspective than you need to check out this podcast. We break down several of his waves in detail that …

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