The UNcivilized Podcast with Traver Boehm

Koa Smith — Big waves. Concussions. And psilocybin.


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Being on the verge of death puts into perspective what we have been doing with our lives.

Surfing is one of the most beautiful and liberating sports that can exist, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. If you don't believe me, ask our guest, Koa Smith.

Koa is a professional surfer who suffered a traumatic brain injury that puts his life in perspective. During his healing journey, he found the answers he was looking for about the incident with the help of psilocybin mushrooms.

ABOUT KOA SMITH

Koa Smith is a professional freelance surfer who travels around the world surfing the biggest waves and competes in national surfing competitions.

CONNECT WITH KOA

  • Instagram: @koasmith
  • Youtube: @itsKoaSmith
  • WHAT YOU WILL HEAR

    [2:34] Who's Koa Smith?

    [6:24] The most impressive surfer experience Koa's had.

    [14:19] What is it to be a professional surfer?

    [18:30] Koa injury story.

    [24:46] Fighting depression and seeking healing.

    [38:10] Koa initiation.

    [40:20] Koa's documentary: resurfacing.

    [42:34] Koa's new life perspective.

    [47:55] What's next for Koa?

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