Confessions of a Surf Lady | The First Women's Surfing Podcast™

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

Surfing is a journey and so is life as an entrepreneur in the surf industry. In this episode, we'll catch up with Brianna Ortega, founder of Sea Together Magazine and one of our very first guests here on Confessions of a Surf Lady Podcast.

Tune in for a very open conversation between host Laura Day and Artist Brianna Ortega about the ups and downs of pursuing passion projects and building businesses in the surf world. You'll get a glimpse of what it takes to start a grassroots movement supporting women's surf culture and how both Brianna and Laura have evolved as entrepreneurs and surfers over the last two years.

We'll talk about:

• How Brianna is transitioning her women's surfing print magazine Sea Together into different mediums like workshops and retreats
• Adaptability, flexibility, creativity, and how art is a portal to exploring different projects and different ideas
• The process of pursuing a passion project can become something completely different than what you expected
• The evolution you experience when you pivot a passion project
• And So MUCH MORE!

Episode Resources:

• Listen to Brianna's Episode about fitting in with Surf Culture
• Sign up for Brianna's workshops at Seatogether.com/workshops
• Download Migratory Sand Dune at briandthesea.bandcamp.com

Support the show when you become a member at The Surf Société.
Become a member here: Surfsociete.com/plans

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Save your seat at our Nurture Your Lineup Confidence & Declare Your Surf Persona Workshop 👉 surfsociete.com/surfpersona-workshop

Today I've got an invitation for you!
Join me, your host Laura Day, at our Declare Your Surf Persona Workshop. In this FREE 1-hour Uncover your relationship with surfing, develop intentional thought patterns, and declare a surf persona confident enough to charge in the lineup.

You'll have a chance to join surf ladies from all over the world in this game-changing workshop!
Save your Seat HERE 👉 surfsociete.com/surfpersona-workshop

Join The Surf Société and take advantage of today's perks here: surfsociete.com/july14

Hey Lady! It's your host Laura Day. Today (July 14) I have a special update for you and an ASK for your help. I'm currently in a competition to gain a lifetime subscription for the software where we host The Surf Société.

This is up to $10k dollars worth of subscription. Winning this lifetime membership would mean great things for The Surf Société and Confessions of a Surf Lady!

All we need to do to be eligible to win Is to onboard 5 new members at The Surf Société on our Annual Plan at $225 a year.

So If you join today I'm going to throw in some amazing perks! Here they are:

• $15 Value: A digital copy of one of Kim Hamrock's books upon release (My Grandma Surfs Better than You or Public Surfing) 
• $250 Value: A 1 hour customized Sub-Rosa surf visualization session with Kim 'Danger Woman' Hamrock + the recordings
• A $100 Giftcard  (1st prize), $50 Giftcard  (prize 2-5) , or $20 Giftcard  (anyone that signs up today)  to iaerasurf.com 

All these perks add up to $365 and you get this when you are one of the first 5 women to sign up today.

Join The Surf Société and take advantage of today's perks here: surfsociete.com/july14
Learn more about The Surf Société here: surfsociete.com

If you have questions feel free to email me: [email protected] 

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

Meet 3 living legends who paved the way for women's surfing in this sneak peek of exclusive events at The Surf Société. Kathy Kohner Zuckerman (The Original Gidget), Terry Eselun, and Lynne Boyer join us and share their experiences surfing in the '50s and '70s.

Tune in to meet:

• Kathy Kohner Zuckerman - Kathy grew up learning to surf in Malibu in the '50s. Kathy shared her experiences with her father who was inspired to write a fictional novel based on her stories. Gidget: A little girl with big ideas sold more than half a million copies and was later adopted into 2 movies and a television series. Gidget is known for having a significant modern influence on popular surf culture.
• Terry Eselun - Terry played an integral role in the development of women's professional surfing. Having been fed up with the way female pros were treated in competition, Terry along with Jericho Poplar co-directed the first international professional women's surfing competition in Malibu. 
• Lynne Boyer - This 2x world champion and all-around charger was known for her fierce surf style in the '70s. If you haven't YouTubed Lynne Boyer I suggest you take a minute to do so and prepare to be amazed.

Episode Resources:

• Listen to the entire conversation when you become a member at The Surf Société.
• BECOME A MEMBER HERE

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Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

The lineup can be a tough place. How do you express yourself when someone disregards safety and etiquette in the lineup? Do you feel the need to speak up or is paddling away more your style? In this episode, you'll hear about an incident that started with a  board to the face, continued with a confrontation, and resulted in an ending you wouldn't expect!

Tune in to meet fellow podcast listener, surf pal, and surf lady who was hit in the face with a wave storm: Farrah Monfort.

Farrah is an energetic San Diego surfer whom I met through the podcast, bonded with at The Surf Société, and (being the shorties of the group) shared the back row of the suburban on Manny Vargas' Epic Surf Tour to Baja Mexico.

Tune in to hear: 

• 2 incidents from our surf sessions and the lessons on safety and etiquette we're taking away
• How a surfboard to the face bent Farrah's nose ring and attitude out of shape in the lineup
• How speaking up for lineup safety can be uncomfortable BUT necessary
• How we, as individuals, can contribute the community vibe in the lineup
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Episode Resources:

• Download your FREE 8-Point Checklist to have the most productive surf session HERE (courtesy of The Surf Société)
• Follow Farrah on Instagram: @farmonpunkt
• Please support the show and join a women's surfing community where we Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Join The Surf Société Here.

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

There's a fine line between finding SURF INSPO and feeling SURF FOMO when it comes to Instagram. Which one do you experience the most when browsing the social media platform?

In part 2 of our conversation on Social Media and Surfing, you'll meet Ashley Neelands: Surfer, Mom, & California Micro-Influencer. Since 2016, Ashley has been using Instagram to showcase her dreamy boho California lifestyle. Her beautiful account and friendly personality have gained her opportunities to collaborate with brands like Peter Grimm, Billabong, and even our brand iaera surf! In this episode, you'll get to hear this influencer's perspective on Surf FOMO and Social Media.

Tune in to hear:

• The reality of the perfect Instagram shot and how it isn't as perfect as it may seem
• Ashley's daily practice of staying grounded and maintaining a healthy mental mindset while using Instagram
• Surf Lady Confessions to: How does social media affect your relationship with Surfing 
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Episode Resources: 

• Step up your surf game and join The Surf Société HERE.
• Follow Ashley Neelands on Instagram: @ashley.neelands

Support the show and join a women's surfing community where we Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Join The Surf Société Here.

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

Forget about being impressive and commit to being real. Because being real is impressive - Jonathan Harnisch. Let's get REAL. With social media platforms like Instagram, the representation of women's surfing has evolved immensly within just a couple of years.  While Instagram is a great place to find surf inspiration, it's also a platform that lends itself to disingenous content creation in order to rack up likes and follows.

Join host Laura Day and favorite surf pal Angie Rivera in this chat about what it means to be an authentic surf lady in a landscape of famous IG surf influencers who may not actually be living the real surf life.

Episode Resources: 

• Join The Surf Société HERE.
• Follow Angie on Instagram @angdigsthepunkrocks

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

Is comparing yourself to other surfers keeping you from enjoying the surf journey? Join host Laura Day and learn 4 tips to killing comparison before it kills your surf game.

Listen in to hear: 

• 4 Tips you can use to kill comparison in surfing, social media, or in life
• How surfing is about the lifelong journey that should be enjoyed.
• The journey of iaera surf, Confessions of a Surf Lady, and our digital women's surfing community The Surf Société
• How you can support the making of this podcast

Episode Resources: 

• Step up your surf game and join The Surf Société HERE.
• Join Laura Day's Newsletter HERE
• Get in touch with Laura directly by emailing her at: [email protected]

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

RESPECT: something that is often overlooked in the sacred sport of surfing.

Tune in to meet our first male guest Manny Vargas, founder and surf tour guide of Epic Surf Tours.  As a pro bodyboarder, Manny has traveled the world in search of epic waves and epic food and since 2013 he's shared his passion for travel with all types of wave riders.

Manny joins us today as we record an episode on his Epic Boat Trip. Yes! We're on a boat, and it's so cool. We talk about what respect means in the sacred sport of surfing and how you can practice respect so that you can catch more waves, have more fun, and most importantly, stay safe in the surf!

Listen in to hear: 

• About The Epic Boat Trip and why you NEED to go on this trip the next time you're visiting San Diego
• Manny's stories from the 90's about what can happen when you don't respect a local lineup
• How you can build confidence as a surfer by learning to respect Mother Nature, above anything else

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Episode Resources: 

• Step up your surf game and join The Surf Société HERE.
• Follow Epic Surf Tours on Instagram: @epicsurftours
• Book an Epic Surf Tour on EpicSurfTours.com

Support the show and join a women's surfing community where we Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Join The Surf Société Here.

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com

Working on your cross-stepping or noseriding? 👉  Learn more about the Noseride Blueprint

Yew! We're celebrating 2 years of Confessions of a Surf Lady!

Tune in to hang out with me, host Laura Day and surf pal Angie Rivera as we froth over a fun surf session and good food. We'll chat about California surf culture and the women's surf community while we celebrate 2 years of Confessions of a Surf Lady and 2 years of our surfy friendship.

Episode Resources: 

• Follow Angie on Instagram: @angdigsthepunkrocks
• Shop "Sorry Sweetheart! But This Seats Taken!" Tee at iaerasurf.com here.
• Learn more about The Surf Société a unique digital women's surfing platform where we Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more HERE

Send us Fan Mail! Be sure to put your contact info in the message :)

Support the show

Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn more at Surfsociete.com