On this episode of the Swell Season Surf Podcast, we welcome Claudia Lebenthal, a force in visual storytelling and editorial design, to discuss her illustrious career and her love for both sports and fashion. Claudia shares her journey from growing up in New York City to cultivating a deep passion for ocean sports, ultimately leading to her latest project, 'Surfer Stories.' This book pairs the world's greatest surfers with acclaimed storytellers, offering a unique and intimate glimpse into their lives. We dive into her experiences, from her first surf at San Onofre to her editorial roles at Allure and Women's Sports & Fitness, and her interactions with icons like Randy Hild and Rell Sun. We explore the human stories behind the surfers, touching on themes of perseverance, competitiveness, and the seamless blend of art, culture, and athleticism. We hope you enjoy… 

You can follow Claudia Lebenthal on Instagram @styleofsport

You can purchase her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Surfer-Stories-Writers-Greatest-Surfers/dp/B0D7TN788C

And find her Style of Sport here: www.styleofsport.com

The Swell Season Surf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.

For more information, you can follow @swellseasonsurfradio on Instagram or go to our website: www.swellseasonsurf.com 

Music: 
Artist: The Untouchables
Song: Free Yourself
Album: Wild Child
00:00 Introduction to Swell Season Podcast
01:18 Meet Claudia Leventhal: A Visual Storyteller
01:56 Claudia's Athletic Journey
03:26 Growing Up in New York City
04:21 Discovering a Love for Water Sports
04:55 College Sports and Water Polo
06:41 From Fire Island to Surfing
08:07 Sneakerhead Origins
10:12 The Surfing Revelation
11:52 Roxy and the Surf Culture
20:56 Writing 'Surfer Stories'
25:58 The Human Side of Surfing
43:53 The Unique Nature of Surfing
45:32 Surfers' Distinct Behaviors and Traits
47:14 Action Sports and Extreme Athletes
47:35 Universal Themes in Surfing
48:52 Diversity and Surf History
49:23 Challenges in Surf Journalism
50:23 The Mystique of Tom Curren
55:35 Surf Photography and Iconic Figures
01:10:22 The Mythology of Surfing
01:13:07 Future of Surf Photography
01:15:53 Turning the Book into a TV Show
01:21:26 Final Thoughts and Shameless Plugs

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