Turns Out The Kook Was Me! with Phil Martone

Ever tried to stand up on a surfboard only to immediately eat a faceful of saltwater? You're not alone, and that's exactly where KookCast: Surf Education finds its voice. Created by The Surf Continuum, this series is built on the belief that everyone starts as a "kook," and the journey from flailing beginner to confident surfer is filled with more laughs than you might expect. Coaches Chris and Evan, alongside a rotating cast of guests, pull back the curtain on their own often-embarrassing learning curves, sharing stories where wipeouts are celebrated as much as waves caught. The conversations here blend practical, how-to advice with a genuine comedic edge, because sometimes the best education comes from hearing how not to do something. You'll find discussions on everything from reading the ocean and choosing your first board to navigating surf culture and the simple joy of finally getting it right. This podcast serves as a friendly, audio lifeline for those early days in the whitewater, reminding you that every expert surfer once paddled out for the very first time, too. It’s about getting better while never taking yourself too seriously, and maybe learning to love the kooky moments along the way.