You see all these Girls Who Can’t Surf Good living their best surf lives—Indonesia, Hawaii, Mexico, back-to-back surf trips—and you start to wonder… how are they doing this?! Is everyone rich? Funemployed? Doing Only Fans?

In this episode, we break it all down. From freelance hacks to remote jobs, government perks to gig economy freedom, we explore how real beginner surfers have structured their lives to surf more—without burning their lives to the ground. 

Whether you’re rethinking your 9–5, craving more dawnies, or just need to know what kind of job lets you surf on layovers—we got you 🏝️🌊

There is this boy I’m obsessed with. I mean—a board. There’s a board I’m obsessed with. But its name does sound like a Swedish boy’s name—Olo.

Today, we’re using the Olo—the ancient Hawaiian surfboard—as a springboard (pun intended) for a deep dive into surfing’s earliest days. From Polynesian wave riding and sacred surf rituals to exclusive royal surf breaks and boards so big they could take out a small village—this is the history lesson you didn’t know you needed. Plus: Duke Kahanamoku, Tom Blake’s olo revival, and where you can see an actual Olo today. 🌊

You know what a pop-up is—because you struggle with it. It’s like a hangover before the buzz, an unfair, annoying barrier between you and the joy of riding waves. Why is it so hard? Because the more you think about it, the worse it gets.

In this super short, no-fluff episode, we break down why the pop-up is the #1 beginner struggle, why your brain is sabotaging you, and what Forgetting Sarah Marshall has to do with it.

Spoiler: You’re not alone. You’re not broken. And yes, your pop-up will come. Until then, don’t do the pop-up… be the pop-up. 🤙🏄‍♀️

You had a disastrous surf session. Wave count: zero. Your frustration is peaking, and you’re this close to swearing off surfing forever. Congratulations—it's official. You're in a surf funk.

But why does surfing do this to us? And more importantly, how do you get out of it? In this episode, we break down the struggle, the science, and the ridiculous mental gymnastics of surfing slumps—plus, practical tips to snap out of it and get back to loving the waves. Warning: there will be singing. 🤙🏄‍♀️

So you’ve paddled out, lined up for a wave, and now you’re wondering… Do I yell ‘Cowabunga’ when I drop in?

Surf etiquette is weird, unspoken, and sometimes aggressively enforced—but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this episode, we’re breaking down the unwritten rules of the lineup, from who actually has the right of way to why you should never, ever ditch your board. 🏄‍♂️

Surfing is a badass. No one puts surfing in a corner. Certainly not religion. But it came close. Once upon a time, surfing was more than a sport—it was sacred, powerful, and woven into Hawaiian culture. Then, something happened that nearly wiped it out. Who tried to erase it? Why did surfing become taboo? And how did it fight its way back From forbidden waves to an unexpected revival, this is the story of how surfing almost disappeared—and the people who refused to let that happen. 🌊 🎧 Tune in to find out what really went down! 🤙🏼

Planning a surf trip? 🌊 We’ve got you.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the 25 best beginner surf spots for 2025, handpicked by Girls Who Can’t Surf Good, the world’s largest beginner surf crew.

These aren’t just any spots—these are real recommendations from real surfers who’ve paddled out, wiped out, and found the best waves for learning.

Flying surfboards? New hip? Diarrhea?! 😳

Surfing looks effortless—but let’s be real, the ocean doesn’t always play nice. From kayak collisions to pop-up failures, this episode dives into the absolute worst things that can happen in the surf (and why they’re probably not as bad as you think).

Stay safe, stay stoked, and prepare to laugh at my pain. 🌊😅