In this episode, I sit down with my friend Alice Guevarra. Alice opens up about grief, miscarriage, and the role surfing, skating and snowboarding played in helping her find her way back to her joy.

We talk about mental health, identity, learning to live alongside loss, and allowing joy back in.

Chapters

02:24 The Impact of Board Sports on Mental Health

06:13 Finding Identity Through Sports

10:35 Empowerment and Self-Discovery

14:50 Encouraging Women in Board Sports

21:12 Navigating Miscarriage and Community Support

26:57 Navigating Grief and Dissociation

29:12 The Importance of Support Systems

32:49 Breaking the Silence on Miscarriage

34:53 Finding Connection Through Shared Experiences

35:21 The Journey of Motherhood and Loss

38:22 The Impact of Grief on Relationships

40:23 The Complexity of Grief

42:40 Rediscovering Joy in the Midst of Grief

45:03 Strengthening Bonds Through Adversity

49:47 Embracing the Uncertainty of Grief

Host: Caitlin Creeper

Cover photo: Brigita Seibokaite

Song: Green by Macy Todd licensed via Audiio.

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

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A different episode today, a walking meditation with Caitlin, where you will go for a walk outside, follow her guided voice and see what comes up for you.

This is part of our 20 x 20 challenge, explore here.

In this short voicenote from your coach Erika, she talks about why sleep is the most underrated part of achieving your training goals.

Cover photo: @angiegophoto

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

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In this engaging conversation, Caitlin Creeper and Marie-Christine Amyot explore the multifaceted journey of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of self-care, community support, and the challenges of balancing personal time with parenting responsibilities. They discuss the pressures of societal expectations, the significance of play in child development, and the evolution of their parenting perspectives.

Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they highlight the need for emotional regulation and the understanding that every child develops at their own pace, ultimately embracing the chaos and beauty of motherhood. In this engaging conversation, Caitlin and MC explore the complexities of parenting, education, and the impact of travel on children's learning.

They discuss the balance between societal expectations and personal parenting instincts, the importance of cultural exposure, and the evolving dynamics of motherhood. The conversation also touches on the significance of self-care, the challenges of materialism, and the joys and trials of raising children in a non-traditional environment.

Feature image: Pauline Mathiot

Song: Green by Macy Todd licensed via Audiio.

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

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In this episode of the Salty Club podcast, host Caitlin Creeper interviews Kat Buccelli, who shares her incredible journey of participating in the Mongol Derby, the longest and toughest horse race in the world. Kat discusses her motivations for entering the race, the extensive training and preparation she undertook, and the unique experiences she had while navigating the Mongolian landscape and connecting with horses. She reflects on the challenges she faced during the race, including physical and mental hurdles, and the profound impact the experience had on her life. Kat also reflects on what comes after an experience like this, how to carry its impact into everyday life, and what it means to search for purpose once the race is over.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Salty Souls Retreat and Kat's Journey

05:53 The Decision to Compete: Finding Purpose and Motivation

11:52 The Role of Horses: Connection and Energy

18:02 Weather Challenges and Endurance in the Race

32:38 Navigating Health and Recovery

39:43 Reflections on a Unique Birthday Experience

47:17 Finding Purpose After Adventure

Feature image: @kathy_gabriel_

Kat's stained glass page

Song: Green by Macy Todd licensed via Audiio.

Editing and Production: Mateus Gomes

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Like a quick voicenote from your best friend. 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

Follow Angelica: @angiegophoto @realwomen_movement https://www.realwomenmovement.com/

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.

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