A simple question with a very nuanced answer. 

Stace and Mike break down the contentious WSL Finals Day, which included a highly critical post-win interview by the newly crowned Queen of surfing, Steph Gilmore. 

Later (54:00), Buck comes on to talk about this week's OTHER surf news, including a new Electric Acid episode, the worst waves ever surfed in a professional event (no, it's not Lowers), and you new favorite surf people (that you've never heard of). 

Lastly, Buck accepts a user-submitted penance for his sins.

Did Steph Prove The WSL Wrong?

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It's been a highly charged week in the Ments, with claims of "best evers" on one hand and the death of a beloved camp owner on the other. 

This week Mikey and Buck break down everything that happened in Indo, plus a study of Japanese surf culture, a look into Tahiti's next of kin, a wild story from Brad Gerrlach, and more.

To Live And Die In Indonesia

John. Fu**ing. Florence. Let's talk El Sal.

The World's Best Surfer Is Back!

How much is a resin tint? Who knows. Matt Biolos, apparently. 

This week, Mikey and Buck discuss Clay Marzo's new deal, a new Julian Wilson edit, a highly contentious surfboard pricing story, and our Stab Premium member's heartfelt letter to the new WSL CEO. 

Everything you need to know about Stab High Japan here: https://stabmag.com/stab-high/

$700 vs $1200 — Why Do Alt Boards Cost More?

The Tour doesn't sleep, so neither do we. 

Stace G and Mikey C are back to break down the upcoming CT event at Punta Roca — forecast, favorites, and our betonline picks. 

Also in this ep, we break down the rumored location of the 2025 WSL Finals, plus two additions to the '25 Tour.

Tahiti Swell In-Bound, El Sal To Cook!

Tahiti goes OFF! 

Stace G and Mikey C break down the Tahiti Pro, including Italo's win, JJF's loss, Gab's bloody rig, and the women's meteoric ascension.

Did Steph Prove The WSL Wrong?

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