This week, Parks is joined by one of the hardest-working people in wakeboarding, Mike Ferraro.

Known by many as the hardest working man in wakeboarding, Mike has spent decades helping shape the careers of some of the biggest names in the sport. From coaching legends like Darin Shapiro to world champions like Meagan Ethell, Mike has quietly become one of the most respected coaches and mentors in wakeboarding.

Parks and Ruck have worked alongside Mike for years through Ronix, so this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes moments that only years of friendship can produce.

The episode covers:

🏆 What it takes to coach the world's best wakeboarders
 🚤 Stories from working with some of the biggest names in the sport
 📈 How wakeboarding has evolved over the years
 🎯 Mike's approach to coaching and developing talent
 😂 Behind-the-scenes Ronix stories, road trips, and plenty of shenanigans
 🤝 Decades of friendships built through wakeboarding

Whether you're an aspiring rider, longtime wakeboard fan, or just love hearing stories from the people who have helped shape the sport behind the scenes, this episode is full of insight, laughs, and history.

Mike may not always be the one in front of the camera, but there's a good chance he's helped your favorite rider get there.

This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

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Bonifay Banter — Episode 36 | Aaron Katen

This week, the tables get turned in the Banter Studio as Aaron Katen steps in and practically takes over the show. Instead of Parks and Shane asking all the questions, Katen puts the Bonifay brothers in the hot seat and takes the conversation in every direction imaginable.

Aaron has been part of the wakeboard industry since the early '90s and has been friends with the Bonifays for just about as long. For more than 30 years, he's been behind the camera capturing some of the most iconic moments in wakeboarding history. If you've seen legendary photos, magazine covers, groundbreaking tricks, or classic video projects, there's a good chance Katen was there documenting it.

In this episode, the crew dives into:

📸 Over three decades of shooting wakeboarding's biggest moments
 🌎 Traveling the world and documenting the evolution of the sport
 🚤 Stories from the early days of wakeboarding in the 90s
 🔥 Being there for historic tricks, including the progression all the way to the 1260
🎥 Behind-the-scenes stories from some of the most legendary wakeboard films ever made
😂 Katen turning the microphones around and grilling Parks and Shane
📖 Untold stories from a lifetime spent around the biggest names in wakeboarding

Few people have witnessed the growth of wakeboarding from the front row quite like Aaron Katen. He's seen the trends come and go, the tricks get bigger, and the athletes become legends—and he's got the stories to prove it.

If you're a fan of wakeboarding history, photography, filmmaking, or just hearing stories from someone who's truly seen it all, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

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Bonifay Banter — Episode 35 | Seth Enslow… & Scott Byerly

The Banter Studio welcomes a true legend. Seth Enslow joins Parks and Shane, alongside longtime friend Scott Byerly, for one of the wildest conversations we've had yet.

Seth literally drove thousands of miles from California to Florida to make this episode happen, and the boys couldn't have been more stoked. Growing up, Parks and Shane watched Seth do things on a motorcycle that most people wouldn't even attempt in their dreams. From setting distance records and launching jumps over 300 feet, to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in the legendary Crusty Demons of Dirt films, Seth built his reputation by doing things the hard way.

The crashes were often as famous as the jumps themselves, but what made Seth different was that he'd get back up and do it again... and again... and again.

In this episode, the crew talks about:

🏍️ How Seth and Scott Byerly first met
 🔥 Getting into the legendary Crusty Demons films
 🛣️ Riding his motorcycle from California to Florida
 🤝 Meeting a fan along the way who wanted one of his old bikes
 🚀 The stories behind his biggest record-breaking jumps
 💥 Walking through some of the most gnarly crashes of his career
 🎸 Playing music and life beyond motocross
 🍻 The old party days
 🌉 Fresno Smooth and the moments that became motocross history

Seth is exactly what you'd hope he'd be—honest, hilarious, humble, and full of stories that sound almost too crazy to be true. If you grew up watching motocross, action sports, or just love hearing about people who refused to quit no matter how hard they hit the ground, this episode is for you.

Tune in and hear the stories behind some of the biggest jumps, hardest crashes, and most unforgettable moments in action sports history.

This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

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This week, Joel Poland joins Parks and Erik Ruck in the studio while Shane is off in Germany.
Joel is widely considered one of the best water skiers on the planet and holds multiple world records, so the boys were fired up to sit down and pick his brain about everything from the current state of waterskiing to where he thinks the sport could go in the future.
The episode dives into:
🌍 Joel’s perspective on the evolution of waterskiing🚤 What it’s really like doing ski flying📏 How changing a slalom course setup even slightly could completely affect the sport🎙️ The mindset it takes to stay at the top


Even though Joel comes from the waterski world, there’s a ton of crossover in mindset, progression, and dedication that any action sports fan will appreciate.
It’s a fun and insightful episode packed with stories, opinions, and deep dives into one of the greatest skiers to ever do it.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!


THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR


-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A RONIX CARE PACKAGE FULL OF SOCKS AND OTHER GOODIES TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN


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This week, Parks and Shane are joined by one of the gnarliest young riders in the game — Cambell Scarborough.

Cambell pulls up to the studio straight off the water, still soaking wet, and brings that same energy into the conversation. Known for doing gnarly bigger gaps than just about anyone — male or female — she’s built a reputation on winching, massive gaps, and fearless riding, all fueled by a straight-up love for wakeboarding.

 🌊 Rolling into the studio fresh off a session

 💥 Her infamous crash 

🏆 Taking her first win at 15

 👊 Growing up with a brother who pushed her to go all in

 🔥 The heavy video sections she just dropped

 🛠️ Winching and sending it bigger than most

 ❤️ Being a true fan of the sport while rising to the top of it

Cambell’s passion is real, her riding is next-level, and this episode gives you a look at someone who’s not just in wakeboarding — she’s pushing it forward.

If you want to see where the future of the sport is headed, this is it.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A HYPERLITE SWAG BAG MYSTERY PACKAGE TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN

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The Godfather of wake is BACK.
 Scott Byerly returns to Bonifay Banter for round two—and this time, we’re dropping it on his birthday… 4/20 🎂

If you thought the first episode covered it all, You'd be wrong. This one dives into everything we didn’t get to the first time, and it goes deep.

We also get a surprise call from Down South Dave, who taps in to tell firsthand stories from the legendary 1994 Worlds—giving a raw look at celeabrating with he winners (Scott and Gator) and what things were really like back then 

Byerly breaks down how he met Seth Enslow and we realize how it helped influenced wakeboarding as a whole. It’s one of those behind-the-scenes moments that actually changed the trajectory of the sport.

We also chat about Waketech and different variations of the flight 69. The board that changed the future of wakeboarding.

We’re talking:

• The 12 Honkeys era
• Sending it on the infamous Limo Gap
• The legend of Flight 69 and all its wild renditions
• And digging through Byerly’s attic once again… as we give away another piece of wakeboarding history

This is one of those episodes where the stories just keep stacking.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A REMOTE CONTROLLED SIGNATURE BOAT FROM SCOTT HIMSELF TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN

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This week on Bonifay Banter, Parks and Shane switch it up in a BIG way… 
Joined by wildlife rehabilitator Shannon Gallagher (Flamingo Gardens & Wildlife Rescue of Dade County) and her partner in rescue Yessenia Bolano, this episode is ALL ABOUT THE BIRDS. And trust us—these stories are wild. (The work they do is done under proper licensing with fwc and usfws)
From rescuing toucans and climbing trees to help bald eagles, to getting bitten in the process, Shannon and Yessenia break down what it really takes to dedicate your life to wildlife rescue. This isn’t just feel-good animal talk—this is boots-on-the-ground, hands-on, sometimes chaotic work that most people never see.
Shannon dives deep into how she got started and what it actually takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator. If you’ve ever wondered how you can help injured animals or get involved yourself, this episode gives you real insight and direction.
To mix things up even more, the girls flip the script and put Parks and Shane in the hot seat with a trivia game.
Definitely a different kind of Bonifay Banter, but easily one of the most informative episodes yet.This one… the banter does it for the birds 🦅

Topics Covered:
* Wildlife rescue stories (toucans, bald eagles & more)
* What it takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator
* Behind-the-scenes of Flamingo Gardens & Wildlife Rescue of Dade County
* Getting bit on the job 😳
* How YOU can help injured wildlife
* Trivia game flip – Parks & Shane vs. the bird experts





STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

Eagle Live streams: 
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Wildlife Rescue of Dade county donation sites:
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Venmo: 
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Extraordinary world episode link: 
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SHANNON GALLAGHER INSTA 
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YESSENIA BOLANO INSTA
https://www.instagram.com/sasassenia/


-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A TICKETS TO FLAMIGO GARDENS AND SOME MAGNETS OF BRADLEY “COOPER” TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN





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This week, Parks and Shane are joined by longtime friend, former teammate, and all-around legend James Balzer.

Balzer and Shane go way back — from being sponsored together by Liquid Force and Monster Energy, to traveling the world on Brostocks, Monster trips, and countless photo shoots. This episode is packed with stories from those wild times and everything that’s happened since.

The boys get into:
 🏆 Podiuming at Brostock and the madness that came with it
🎢 The legendary SPR (Single Person Rollercoaster) — dreamed up by Shane and Jimmy Lariche and brought to life with Henny
🇨🇦 What it was like coming from Canada to spend winters riding in Florida
🏡 Living with Rusty
😂 Why Blazer is… naked so much
❤️ Meeting his wife and raising two badass kids
✈️ Years of travel, filming, and unforgettable moments

James is one of those guys who always brings the energy, and this episode is full of laughs, stories, and classic Bonifay-era chaos.

If you’ve been around wakeboarding or wakeskating for a while, this one’s going to hit.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A BROSTOCK GOODIE BAG TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN

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This week, Parks and Shane sit down with two of the freshest faces in wakeboarding — Daniel Johnson and Stefano Comollo — representing the next generation coming up out of Clermont.

Part of the crew known as the Outliners, these two have gone from local groms to riding in the pro division and making their presence known. Daniel (DJ) hails from North Carolina, while Stefano is originally from Italy, but their shared drive and time riding together has pushed both of them to a whole new level.

The boys get into:
 🔥 What tricks they’re currently working on and pushing forward
 🏆 What it’s like stepping into the pro wakeboarding scene
🧠 Helping Shane finally name an old trick he did years ago
🎙️ Turning the tables and asking Parks & Shane questions about the studio
⚡ Rapid fire questions, trivia, and getting to know the personalities behind the riding

These guys are right on the edge of breaking through in a big way, and it’s only a matter of time before they’re running with the top names in the sport.

If you want a look at the future of wakeboarding — this is it.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A SOME LEUS TOWELS TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN

DANIEL JOHNSON IG 

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STEFANO COMOLLO

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 This week the boys welcome longtime friend Chad Sharpe to the studio — along with the always entertaining Erik Ruck. Known as the “Crazy Canuck/ marbles/chowda/cha,” Chad has been a friend of Parks and Shane since they teenagers and was a core member of the legendary Pointless crew.

The episode turns into a full throwback session as the guys talk about growing up together on tour, building rails, traveling the world, and creating some of the wildest moments in wakeboarding

The conversation dives into:
 🇨🇦 Why Chad is the way he is — and what it means to truly be Canadian
 🛠️ The early days of building crazy rails and gaps
🚀 Chad usually being the first one to hit the biggest setups
🚗 A few rental cars that definitely didn’t survive the trips
📬 Patreon questions sent in by fans
🎥 Danny Ventura sending in never-before-seen footage of the legendary Projects Gap

It’s a classic hang with old friends full of stories from the golden era of wakeboarding, plenty of laughs, and the kind of memories that only come from years on the road together.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR

-SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A MYSTERY GRAB BAG FROM HATS TO MAGS TO STICKERS AND DVDS JUST A WHOLE BUNCH OF STUFF 

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