We find Derek Hynd, former professional surfer, writer, and shaper, at The Pass in Byron Bay after an email back and forth, the only way he communicates these days. It's been a few years since we've seen him at the festival in 2018, and he graciously entertains our offer for some stories. Kevin was nervous still, and John is similarly entranced by Derek ability to tell stories. We're so thankful for this opportunity, and we hope you enjoy.

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Christian Beamish, writer, shaper, and boat builder, shares some stories with John about shaping single fins, surfing inspirations, building a Shetland dory, and The Voyage of the Cormorant. He also drops a story from his time on Guam. Enjoy.

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We have storytellers, and then, we have Ryan Hitzel and Ryan Sirianni, who have built a brand around travel tales and utilitarian, fashionable attire for your Friday night, your long flight, and your longest hike to waves. Their chemistry in business is readily apparent in this chat about their history and some of the rigor and life-threatening dangers of challenging journeys. We're lucky to have Roark as a partner with Florida Surf Film Festival and this podcast. Enjoy.

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Jeff Johnson is a surfer, published writer, climber, director, photographer, and storyteller. The climbs up El Capitan, life guarding on the North Shore, and grinding ditches in the East Bay make up some of the landscapes on his resume. In 2010, he retraced the steps of Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins trip from Ventura to Patagonia in the documentary 180 Degrees South. Join us for a little fireside chat with the most bad ass traveler we've had the pleasure of interviewing.

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Travis Ajay, aka Bucky Johnstone, Mad Dog McTavish, Nacho, Derek "Dynamite" Jones, discusses early web clips focused on the archetypes of surf comedy from all over the world. Nowadays, Travis handles the contest announcer mic with aplomb, and his engaging smile and energy continue to provide fans and friends with laughs. He currently runs Mad Dog Surf Shop in Daytona Beach. Enjoy.

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The ultimate adventure awaits, and Alie Mancuso and Ben Whyte have been preparing for a while. Their 1980s 41-foot sailboat, Kiana, has been the recipient of some love and hard work as the duo prepares her for their pacific crossing to French Polynesia, where they hope to continue their search for empty waves. Listen in on some of the humor and challenges they've already faced to get ready for their 20-day sail. Follow along on YouTube at Breaking Waves, and enjoy this podcast.

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A shot in the dark request for a documentary film called Molokai Solo starring Audrey Sutherland caught Kevin's attention, and the search for the film led him to Jock, Audrey's son. The ocean is in the blood, and his prowess in the water on the north shore of Oahu is now the stuff of legends. Listen in as he dispels and propagates old and new tales with fluidity to his banter. Enjoy the details of his upbringing, life as a roofer, fellow chargers, and in general, his precise gift of talking story.

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Justin Purser directed And Two If By Sea starring CJ and Damien Hobgood, which shared the relationship between twin brothers as they progressed through amateur and professional surfing at the highest level, shining a light on the joy and challenges their career paths presented. Winner of Viewers' Choice Award - 2019 at Florida Surf Film Festival, it still represents a high water mark for Kevin and John. This conversation with Justin shares how the story made it to the screen and the hard work and career challenges it took to get there. Our sincerest thank you to Justin Purser for sharing his work and representing Florida filmmakers with such class.

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Chandler in North Shore is one of Gregory Harrison's favorite roles. After being passed up for the role of Jack in Big Wednesday, he thought he'd never be cast in a surf movie. Ten years later, after Logan's Run, Trapper John, M.D., and For Ladies Only, Gregory put his main hobby to work on the screen. Another hard working actor has thankfully agreed to share his stories with us after 50 years in the business with 120 acting credits and 14 producer credits; he's a natural. Enjoy.

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LanceO is a Florida reggae DJ with a deep understanding of what it takes to put a room at ease or on a vacation or just feelin' good about life. We have worked with him at our festivals when it's possible, and he's always willing to share a smile, and on this chat, he shares how he went from a young alcoholic, ne'er do well boy to the joyful man of Rastafari he is today. Enjoy his self-effacing story, as well as a couple quality surf surf stories....

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