036 - Curren vs Occy: 101

036 - Curren vs Occy: 101

Author: Surf Splendor April 11, 2023 Duration: 44:59

At This year's Rip Curl Bells Beach Easter Classic's 60th Anniversary, Tom Curren and Mark Occhilupo–two of surfing's most influential characters and rivals–competed in a special Heritage Heat. The Curren/Occy Rivalry is stuff of legends. Many middle aged men get weak in the knees just mentioning the two. But.. Why? Why do we care so much about this rivalry? What is its importance to pro surfing? Who are these two surfers that captured our imaginations and have inspired generations of surfers? We dive in and give context to surf history.

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Hosted by the Breuer Brothers, Hardcore Surf History is a deep dive into the culture, characters, and pivotal moments that have shaped the sport. This isn't a surface-level recount of famous contests; it's an archival excavation led by two passionate historians who treat surfing's legacy with both reverence and a critical eye. Each episode feels like a conversation in a dusty surf shop after hours, unpacking forgotten innovations, controversial figures, and the local lore that mainstream narratives often miss. You'll hear detailed accounts of board design evolution, the gritty realities of early surf exploration, and personal stories from icons whose contributions resonate today. The brothers connect historical dots to contemporary debates, examining how yesterday's decisions influence the waves and lineups of the present. Produced by Surf Splendor, this podcast serves the curious surfer and the dedicated enthusiast, offering substance and context often absent from today's media. It’s for anyone who believes understanding where surfing came from is crucial to navigating its future. Tune in for meticulously researched stories that capture the soul, struggle, and pure stoke embedded in surfing's enduring history.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 49

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049 - What If . . . ? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57:36
On this Hardcore Surf History… Time, space, and reality are more than a linear path. They form a prism of endless possibility. A single choice can branch out into infinite realities, creating alternate worlds from the on…
048 - Point Of Change with Rebecca Coley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:44
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History: Bonus Section, we delve into the fascinating story of 'Point of Change,' a thought-provoking documentary about the unintended consequences of surf exploration on indigenous cultu…
047 - The Stormrider Guidebook with Bruce Sutherland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:58
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History Bonus Section, Our guest is Bruce Sutherland, the co-founder of the Stormrider Guidebook. Bruce shares captivating stories from his surfing journeys across Europe, Africa, and bey…
046 - Competition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:49
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History, It's Chandler's worst nightmare! Surf Contests. From the thrilling spectacle to philosophically divisive, we explore how surf contests have propelled progression, innovation and…
045 - Hawaiian Renaissance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:13
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History, we explore surfing in the time of the Hawaiian Renaissance of the late 60's and 70s. Lopez, BK, Bertleman, Buttons, Reno, Sunn, are just a few names that represented a new paradi…
043 - The Curren Whisperer with Jimmy Metyko [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:54:31
It could have happened anytime, anywhere. But our guest's story takes place in Santa Barbara, California from 1980 to 1983. Four short years that saw a giant leap forward in the development of West Coast surfing, design,…
042 - At First Sight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:48
The great Phil Edwards once said something along the lines of, 'My first wave was the best ride of my life. Everything after was downhill.' Whether that was true or not, the point made was the first taste of surfing ofte…
041 - Only One MP with Simon 'Shagga' Saffigna & Daniel Carmichael [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:06
It would be impossible to overstate the legend of Michael Peterson in the annals of Australian surfing. 1976 World Champ, Peter Townend, described him as: "Miki Dora, James Dean and Marlon Brando, all rolled into one." A…
040 - Shoulda Been Here Yesterday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:15
On this episode, Was surfing really better way back when? We explore the pros and cons of being a surfer today. We ask, Is our perception of the past a cognitive bias? Or was it really that much better? And did waves pum…