Parks and Shane are joined by some of the best female wakeboarders in the world, Zahra Kell and Euge De Armas, just before Stop 2 of the Pro Wakeboard Tour. (This episode was recorded before the event and released afterward.) Since then, Euge has gone on to win the stop and now sits at the top of the Pro Tour points standings!

The girls stop by the Banter Studio for an awesome conversation covering everything from career-defining moments to life growing up on opposite sides of the world.

In this episode, the crew talks about:

🏆 Euge's journey to the top of professional wakeboarding and what has her riding better than ever

🩼 Zahra's crash on a ts 9 that tweaked her knee a little but not to worry, she will back on it in no time 

🇦🇺 Growing up wakeboarding in Australia with Zahra

🇦🇷 Euge's upbringing in Argentina and how her older sister inspired her to start riding

💥 Some of their biggest crashes and the lessons they've learned along the way

🎥 Shane's memories of filming with them on Liquid Force trips in Australia, Lake Powell, and all over the world

⏸️ Zahra's decision to step away from riding for two years and what ultimately brought her back to the sport

ZAHRA KELL INSTA 

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EUGE DE ARMAS INSTA

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The conversation is full of laughs, old stories, and great insight into what it takes to compete at the highest level. It was awesome having both of these incredible athletes back in the studio, and even better seeing the women's side of the sport continuing to grow and push wakeboarding forward.

Congratulations again to Euge on her Pro Tour victory, and best of luck to Zahra as she will be back for the next Pro tour.

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HARMONY

People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own. 

WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY

Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony.

STORIES NEVER DIE!!!!

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This week is a special one as the Banter Studio is packed with the crew behind one of wakeboarding's most talked-about films, La Familia The Movie.

The episode is split into two parts, starting with Argentine twin brothers Ulf Ditsch and Kai Ditsch. These two have become known around the world for taking some of the most technical tricks imaginable and doing them bigger than anyone else, sending everything way out into the flats.

Parks and the boys dive into:

🇦🇷 What it was like growing up wakeboarding in Argentina

 ⚽ Argentina's unforgettable 2022 FIFA World Cup celebration and partying in the streets with the entire country

 🔥 How they developed into two of the most noticeable riders in the sport

 🥩 Parks' theory that Argentina's BBQ might be the secret to producing incredible wakeboarders

 🎥 Filming for the La Familia movie and what the premiere back home was like

Then the studio gets even more crowded as Tyler Higham, Massi Piffaretti, and filmmaker Daniel Miles join the conversation.

The second half is full of laughs as the crew talks about:

🎬 What it took to create the La Familia movie

 🤯 Which wakeboard tricks deserve to be reinvented

 💰 What everyone would do if they won the lottery

 💻 Massi keeping Daniel alive by bringing him food while he disappeared into editing sessions

 🎉 Massi's legendary party tricks

 😂 Plenty of behind-the-scenes stories, travel memories, and nonstop banter

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HARMONY

People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own. 

WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY

Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony.

LA FAMILIA

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Massi - https://www.instagram.com/massipiffa/?hl=en

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This episode is everything that makes wakeboarding special—friendship, progression, creativity, and a group of riders from around the world coming together to push the sport forward.

Whether you've already watched La Familia or you're just a fan of wakeboarding, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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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.

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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!!!!

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Venmo: 
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Extraordinary world episode link: 
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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

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