Hardcore Surf History

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What's Hardcore Surf History about?

The Breuer Brothers excavate surfings past present and future.

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Hardcore Surf History episodes:

02.28.2024
040 - Shoulda Been Here Yesterday
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...
11.06.2023
039 - Matt George
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History Bonus Section, Tyler goes full on surf nerd with the legendary Matt George. They discuss his new book 'In Deep' and get the real story behind behind 'In Gods Hands', his win at...
10.24.2023
038 - What Is Style?
On this episode, we tackle the essential question: What is Style and why does it matter? We ask What makes a surfer stylish? Where did we get our notions of style from? Who has it? Who doesn’t? and Why does...
08.11.2023
037 - Image Is Everything
On today's episode we look in the mirror and take a long, hard, sobering look at the image of surfing. How important is surfing’s image? Does it shape surfing’s culture? Does it affect who takes up the sport? Does it...
04.11.2023
036 - Curren vs Occy: 101
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...
03.10.2023
035 - Houses of the Holy: The Surf Shop
On this episode of Hardcore Surf History, we dive into our Houses of the Holy: The Surf Shop. What have they meant to surfers over the years? How have they shaped surf culture? The history of surf retail and how...
12.19.2022
034 - Stories by The Fire: Craig Peterson
For over ten years, spanning the 70’s decade and into the 80’s, the global misadventures of Kevin Knaughton and Craig Peterson appeared in amusing, you-are-there detail in Surfer Magazine. Their stories, authentic accounts of dirtbag travel with surfboards, inspired a...
11.09.2022
033 - Surf Travel
On this episode, we explore the reasons for surf travel and the many adventures and tales that have been told through the years. We discuss the pioneers and the moral questions that surf travel brings with it and when would...
08.26.2022
032 - 500 Summer Stories with Greg MacGillivray
On this episode, Tyler had the incredible opportunity to talk to the legendary filmmaker, Greg MacGillivray. Business partner Jim Freeman, MacGillivray produced a series of films from the mid-'60s to the early '70s that set the standard for technical excellence....
08.08.2022
031 - World Championships
Today's episode is all about the World Champs! Who are they and why do we care? We explore the purpose of having a world champion, the different formats to decide a title, and the figures and personalities that make up...
06.10.2022
030 - Adrian Kojin on Brazilian Surf History
Today we compliment our Brazil episode with a conversation with writer, adventurer, former ‘Fluir Magazine’ and ‘Brazilian Surfers Journal’ editor Adrian Kojin. We explore the vast history of Brazilian surf culture, learn about its iconic figures, key events and the...
06.02.2022
029 - A History of Brazilian Surfing
Today we dive into the colorful, rich, often overlooked history of Brazilian Surfing. From its roots as a leisure activity for the elites, to its pathway out of the favela’s for many of its celebrated surfers, we assess their current...
05.13.2022
028 - Devon Howard on the Longboard Revolution
As a supplement to our Longboard Revolution episode we interview former Longboard Magazine Editor and former WSL Longboard World Tour Commissioner, Devon Howard. We get a clear-eyed view of the Longboard Revival, its evolution, the players, and the politics. What...
04.28.2022
027 - Longboard Revolution
On this episode we explore one of the most consequential movements in surfing, ‘The Longboard Revolution.’ From Boomers with disposable income and a taste for nostalgia, to the battle between Joel Tudor’s traditionalist style vs Joey Hawkins progressive attack, and...
04.18.2022
026 - Interview with IPS Founding Member Patti Paniccia
If you haven't heard of Patti Paniccia, you can be forgiven. Surf history and the magazines have all but white washed women pioneers and their contributions. Patti was not only one of the first women to compete on the pro...
02.07.2022
025 - Women's Pro Surf Genesis
Today we discuss the birth of women’s pro Surfing and the white wash its' history. The current boom in women’s surfing owes much to the incredible female pioneers who had to overcome incredible obstacles to lay the foundation for where...
01.31.2022
024 - Reluctant Messiah: Wayne Lynch Interview
For part 3 in our recent Reluctant Messiah series, Tyler has a candid conversation with the legend himself, Wayne Lynch. The topics range from the commercialization of surfing, to the inherent selfishness of being a surfer and how one reconciles...
01.19.2022
023 - Tom Curren: Reluctant Messiah
As a supplement to the Reluctant Messiah episode, Tyler had an opportunity to interview in front of a live audience Tom Curren and Sonny Miller to discuss the legendary Search trips for Rip Curl. What follows is an incredible conversation...
01.17.2022
022 - Reluctant Messiahs: Wayne Lynch & Tom Curren
On today's episode the Breuer brothers explore reluctant messiahs Wayne Lynch and Tom Curren. Both were child prodigies who led performance revolutions in surfing, influenced our styles, attitudes and surf culture. Yet it was their reluctance to embrace their fame...
12.20.2021
021 - Alby Falzon: Morning Of The Earth
Today we chat with Alby Falzon to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Morning of the Earth, the iconic 1972 Australian surf film made by Sydney photographer & Tracks Magazine founder. The film ushered in the country-soul movement in surfing and...
11.23.2021
020 - Blame It On The Boogie
On this episode we pay homage to the Thomas Edison of surfing, Tom Morey. We explore the life and times of this creative genius, the innumerable contributions to surfing, his influence on our culture that go far beyond the boogie...
11.01.2021
019 - The Making Of The Surfboard
Recently returned from The Boardroom Show, Matt Warshaw joins us to discuss how boards are built, their evolution and construction, the shapers, the relationships and lore. We might be biting off more than we can chew with this one episode!...
09.14.2021
018 - Derek & The Hyndline
Today we bring you an in depth interview with the great Derek Hynd and his latest project, The Hyndline: 30 boards for 30 years. Derek's total surfboard matrix, from 1973-2003, sized 4’10 to 11’1. What transpires is a fascinating discussion...
07.26.2021
017 - The Long Road To Olympic Surfing
On this episode of Sunday Joint, we break down surfing in the Olympics; the good, the bad, it’s relevance and potential effects on surfing’s future. We look at surfing’s littered history of attempts to bring surfing into the Olympic fold....
07.19.2021
016 - Da Bull, R.I.P.
On this episode of the Sunday Joint, we pay our respects to the recently deceased Greg "Da Bull" Noll. Noll’s stories were of myth and lore. We discuss some of those legends and of course, we try to crush each...
06.03.2021
015 - Surfing Celluloid
On this episode of the Sunday Joint, we break down some of the best and worst of surf cinema. From the heavenly heights of the Endless Summer to the hellish gates of “In God’s Hands.” We give our take on...
04.12.2021
014 - Life After The Pro Tour
Spawned from Warshaw’s March 14th, 2021 newsletter on Richard Cram; what has life been like for pro surfers post career? Who found success? What careers are they equipped for? And how do they fare compared to other sports to retire...
03.15.2021
013 - The Cult of the Surf Photographer
If you are old enough to have had a surf mag subscription, you know the names in the bottom corner in small print; Gilley, King, Grambeau, Bosko, Joli, Devine, Brewer, Flame. This cast has provided an essential element to surf...
02.26.2021
012 - Sibling Rivalry: America vs Australia
Today we pay tribute to the special relationship between surfing super power nations. We explore key cross pollinating moments, the competitive rivalry and what makes this sibling relationship so impactful on modern surfing. Plus "Stump My Bro." Enjoy! Learn more about...
02.08.2021
011 - Legends, Myths, Rumors and Lies
Jock Sutherland's infamous tale of surfing Waimea on acid at night, Baja doubling as Nazare, and other tall tales and folklore that make up this tapestry of surfing history. Plus, Jamie and Tyler try to prove who has superior surf...
01.25.2021
010 - Sliding In DM: East Coast Pride Edition
We welcome legendary East Coast photographer, Dick Meseroll to the EOS. The Breuer bros reflect on East Coast Pride, illuminate why the East Coast Rules, and then position a surf battle royale of East vs West. Enjoy! Learn more about your...
01.04.2021
009 - Kevin Brennan & Child Phenoms
Matt Warshaw joins the Breuer brothers to discuss child phenoms of surfing; those who burned bright and then flamed out. Surfers who have lived under the microscope and fulfilled the prophecies and those who looked into their futures and renounced...
12.14.2020
008 - Mother Superio: Pam Burridge
On this episode of the Sunday Joint, The Breuer Brothers gush over 1990 Women’s ASP World Champion Pam Burridge. They dive into the long and incredible arc of one of surfing’s coolest and most persistent surfers of all time. The...
11.22.2020
007 - Mike Purpus: Cutbacks and Comedy
On this Sunday Joint, Jamie and Tyler are joined by Matt to tackle the life and times of the blond mustachioed South Bay legend, Mike Purpus. We see past the puka shell necklace, floppy-brimmed leather hat and wang hanging spread...
11.10.2020
006 - Sultan of Speed
It’s all about the hips thrusting, body torquing, Sultan of Speed, Mr. Terry Fitzgerald. We cover Fitzy, fuzzy head-to-toe. From "Morning of the Earth" to "Hot Buttered Soul" and of course we try to one up each other with ‘Stump...
10.26.2020
005 - The Forgotten Masters of Pipe
Gerry Lopez cast such a long shadow at Pipeline in the 1970s that it was often hard to see anybody else. On this episode of the Sunday Joint, the Breuer Bros talk about Pipe's Forgotten Masters, including Mike Armstrong and...
10.11.2020
004 - The End: R.I.P. Surfer Magazine
On this episode, we talk about the recent demise, after 60 up and down and frequently glorious years, of SURFER—our sport's last real institution. The Breuer Brothers are joined by former editor Matt Warshaw as they reflect on the magazine's...
10.04.2020
003 - Jack London And The He-Manification Of Surfing
Jack London was probably the biggest swinging dick writer in America in the early 1900’s, thanks to Call of the Wild and White Fang and other adventure books. He was a he-man who loved to box and get his hands...
09.20.2020
002 - Lust For Life: Michael Tomson
"If You Don't Surf, Don't Start. If You Do Surf, Never Stop." A bold 1988 ad by Gotcha surfwear that helped define surfing's aggro attitude during the Reagan years. Gotcha was the vision of Backside Charging, Free Ride-starring, cocaine-loving innovator Michael...
09.04.2020
001 - The 13 Biggest Moments of Surf in the 21st Century
On the premiere episode of the Sunday Joint with Tyler & Jamie Breuer, the boys dismantle, rearrange, and neatly place back on the shelf the 13 Biggest moments in Surf of the 21st century. Then it's on to the St....

What's Hardcore Surf History about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Hardcore Surf History episodes:

040 - Shoulda Been Here Yesterday

039 - Matt George

038 - What Is Style?

037 - Image Is Everything

036 - Curren vs Occy: 101

035 - Houses of the Holy: The Surf Shop

034 - Stories by The Fire: Craig Peterson

033 - Surf Travel

032 - 500 Summer Stories with Greg MacGillivray

031 - World Championships

030 - Adrian Kojin on Brazilian Surf History

029 - A History of Brazilian Surfing

028 - Devon Howard on the Longboard Revolution

027 - Longboard Revolution

026 - Interview with IPS Founding Member Patti Paniccia

025 - Women's Pro Surf Genesis

024 - Reluctant Messiah: Wayne Lynch Interview

023 - Tom Curren: Reluctant Messiah

022 - Reluctant Messiahs: Wayne Lynch & Tom Curren

021 - Alby Falzon: Morning Of The Earth

020 - Blame It On The Boogie

019 - The Making Of The Surfboard

018 - Derek & The Hyndline

017 - The Long Road To Olympic Surfing

016 - Da Bull, R.I.P.

015 - Surfing Celluloid

014 - Life After The Pro Tour

013 - The Cult of the Surf Photographer

012 - Sibling Rivalry: America vs Australia

011 - Legends, Myths, Rumors and Lies

010 - Sliding In DM: East Coast Pride Edition

009 - Kevin Brennan & Child Phenoms

008 - Mother Superio: Pam Burridge

007 - Mike Purpus: Cutbacks and Comedy

006 - Sultan of Speed

005 - The Forgotten Masters of Pipe

004 - The End: R.I.P. Surfer Magazine

003 - Jack London And The He-Manification Of Surfing

002 - Lust For Life: Michael Tomson

001 - The 13 Biggest Moments of Surf in the 21st Century