Ever been so close to a goal that the idea to quit suddenly creeps in? In this episode, Erika shares the very real inner negotiation she had with herself about bailing on her longest trail race yet — and what finally snapped her out of it. If you’ve been tempted to walk away from a challenge you committed to, this one’s for you.

Join host Caitlin Creeper and Lilly Woodbury in this chat for surfers and ocean lovers.

Lilly Woodbury is a longtime environmental communicator working in coastal protection, policy, and public education, and in this talk she leads us through where we’re at in the fight to protect the environment, what’s been done, and what still needs to be done.

It might be bleak sometimes but all is far from lost. We talk about the wins, the very real threats, how one can stay in the room and conversation of environmental protection even when it’s hard. We talk about how to walk the line between the truth, and the wins, and why ocean trash pickups still matter- as does pushing back against corporate exploitation and everything in between.

Resources mentioned:

Surfrider.ca

"Climate Fervorology" Ologies Podcast Episode

Lilly's blog about the last round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty

New SURFER article about our ReSurf Program

Recommended Book: Empire in Waves: A Political History of Surfing

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In this powerful, vulnerable episode, Marie-Christine sits down with Caitlin Creeper shares the story of losing her partner Israel, navigating life as a solo parent to their son Tiago, and the ways she honours Isra's memory in her daily life.

This isn’t just a story of loss—it’s a story of love. Of the life they built, the night it all changed, and what it means to keep going when someone you love deeply is no longer here.

A reminder that love doesn't vanish, it just sometimes changes form.

In this episode we discuss;

• Twelve years of partnership, the life MC and Israel shared travelling world, surfing and achieving their dreams together
• The day everything changed
• How she navigates keeping Isra present for Tiago without sugarcoating reality
• The moment she looked in the mirror and decided: “This can’t be the face my son sees every day”
• What support actually looks like after loss (hint: don’t say “let me know if you need anything”)
• The balance between doing deep spiritual work… and just surviving another day
• How surfing, friendship, and letting herself feel everything became part of the healing
• How grief rewires your brain, your focus, and your relationships
• Guilt, regret, and motherhood in the postpartum phase
• Spiritual connection beyond death
• How some friendships deepened, others faded—and why that’s okay

Note for our listeners * this episode contains deeply emotional content around sudden loss, grief, and the immediate aftermath of death. While we’ve edited with tenderness, some moments may still be activating—especially for those grieving or who’ve experienced trauma.

Please listen with care and give yourself permission to pause or come back later. This is a conversation about love, loss, motherhood, and the strength it takes to keep going when the world stops.

Song: Green by Mae Mae

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

Cover Photo: Pauline Mathiot

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In this episode of The Salty Club Podcast, Caitlin sits down with photographer, mentor, and artivist Angie, founder of Real Women Art Movement to talk about the transformational power of being seen. Together they explore:

• Angie's journey from food photography to creating deeply healing portrait sessions for women
• The Real Woman Art Movement and how group photo shoots became a tool for collective liberation
• The concept of “peaceful activism” and the intentional embodiment behind every pose
• How body image, posture, and somatics are connected to personal power
• The emotional depth of photo shoots and what happens before, during, and after the lens clicks
• Why we don't need to wait for a wedding or a baby to document our lives
• Working through self-judgment, visibility fears, and imposter syndrome as a creative
• Building resilience, practicing soft power, and continuing to show up in a world that often misunderstands your work
• Angelica’s recent experience being unexpectedly detained in Bali — and the perspective it gave her on faith, fear, and staying grounded
• The difference between tolerance and respect, and the importance of diversity in creative expression
• Why claiming yourself as an artist, photographer, writer or creative is the most radical first step

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In this lively conversation, Caitlin Creeper interviews Erika Drolet about writing her first book on surfing. They dive into her motivations for the project, the challenges of juggling writing with life, and the experience of landing a book deal. Erika shares her creative process, the highs and lows of editing, and how feedback shaped the book. They also explore imposter syndrome, the unpredictability of surfing, and redefining success through the lens of surf culture. Erika's mission is to make surfing more approachable for women and newcomers, emphasizing that surfing is for everyone, regardless of background.

Takeaways

• Erika's book reflects 10 years of surfing and travel experiences.
• The book speaks to women, men and anyone who is curious about surfing.
• Landing a book deal felt like a mix of luck and timing for Erika.
• Writing a book is like a long hike—embrace the journey.
• A publisher provides structure and direction.
• Erika found joy in romanticizing her writing environment.
• Balancing writing with life takes discipline.
• Making surfing jargon beginner-friendly is key.
• Imposter syndrome is real—how to move through it.
• You don’t have to be the best surfer to enjoy the experience.
• Surfing teaches adaptability, patience, and flow in life.
• Success in surfing -- and life -- is yours to define.

We’d love to hear from you! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a review or comment—it helps us reach more listeners like you. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @thesalty.club for more updates and inspiration.

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In this conversation, Caitlin and Marie-Philippe Jean discuss their journeys with being writers on social media and how their perspectives have evolved over time. They explore the challenges of maintaining authenticity and soulfulness in the era of digital creation. They also delve into the impact of social media on our brains and emotions, particularly in relation to the constant exposure to highlight reels and tragic events. The conversation highlights the need for balance and self-awareness in navigating the complexities of social media. The conversation explores the themes of creativity, self-expression, and the impact of social media on our lives. It emphasizes the importance of finding balance and carving out time for personal practice and reflection. The speakers discuss the pressure to constantly produce content and the need to reconnect with the joy of creating without external validation. They also touch on the value of physical experiences and the power of tangible activities in fostering a sense of fulfillment. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the role of challenges and the pursuit of dopamine in human nature. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of stepping out of comfort zones, the impact of social media on dopamine levels and relationships, the balance between motherhood and technology, and the importance of diversifying creative outlets. The speakers discuss the need for conscious use of social media and the benefits of taking breaks from it. They also emphasize the value of exploring creative passions without the pressure of monetization and the importance of asking meaningful questions about personal growth and learning.

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Song 'Green' by Mae Mae

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Skating is for Mothers! We are here today with Heather Jennier, a homeschooling skateboarding mama and founder of maam_collective, which stands for Mothers Are Allowed More, a clothing line rooted in surf and skate culture, empowering mothers to play more, push through fear and reclaim our bodies. Let’s get to it!

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Song 'Green' by Mae Mae

Hello and welcome to episode 5 of Skating is for Mothers! Today we are here with Lindsey, a 47 year old beginner park skater, she is funny as hell, a real big feminist and looking to connect with other women skaters. On instagram she is @hotmomsofskateboarding

Let’s get to it.

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Song 'Green' by Mae Mae

Hello and welcome to the salty club podcast, I am your host Caitlin Creeper and I am here today with the first episode of a new series, Poems with Mates.

Here I will be inviting some talented humans in our community to come up to the stage, share a poem, a song, a piece of writing of theirs and share why it matters to them.

First up is the incredibly talented Lily Bui, PhD. She’s a Spanish Speaking Vietnamese American, MIT Alum 2016 and 2020, athlete, academic, artist, poet, singer activist and a first gen surfer, skater and seeker. If there’s anyone who exemplifies the many facets of a woman, it is this woman and I am so excited for you to here the beautiful song she’ll be playing today, and what the song means to her. Let’s go.

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Song 'Green' by Mae Mae

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Have you ever had the thought “I can’t because I am a mother” or “I need to wait until the children are older”?

Meet Rebecca Freeman. Rebecca is the vision keeper for a New Paradigm for Motherhood. She activates women to create a New Paradigm for Motherhood that is based on a strong foundation of unlearning old programming and conditioning that is ready to be transformed into freedom and empowerment through authenticity and truth.

Currently Rebecca is back living in Australia with her children after six months working and training with powerful healers overseas. She spends her days activating mamas all over the globe, empowering them to embody the true mother energy that this world is craving.

In this interview Caitlin and Rebecca discuss such ideas as:

What if becoming a mother is the gateway to being more of you, not less?

What if motherhood can actually be the catalyst for women to rebirth themselves, to harness more personal power, to have bigger dreams and greater goals?

How can a mother reclaim her sexual energy after birth?

What if motherhood isn’t about sacrifice after all?

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Cover Art: Bec Wood