In this podcast episode, we dive into the incredible life of Ryan Allen, a surfer based on Ireland’s rugged coast with world-class waves right outside his doorstep. Ryan takes us through his water time in Norway and New Zealand, working on commercial fishing boats near Russia, and building a thriving business helping young people pursue their passions after school, Irish Gap Year. With a strong balance of business and family life, Ryan stays true to his love for the ocean and ripping waves in his northwest corner of Ireland. Enjoy!

In this episode of This Ocean Life Podcast, we dive deep with Natalie Bruce, a competitive freediver, U.S. record holder, and Team USA captain. Splitting her time between Tenerife, Canary Islands and Colorado, Natalie excels in both depth and dynamic freediving disciplines. She shares her journey into the sport, the mental and physical challenges of pushing limits underwater, finding that state of flow, and what it takes physically and mentally to compete at the highest level while loving life. Join us for an inspiring look into the world of elite freediving with this amazing human. You can find more about Natalie on Instagram at @@nataliefreediver

Stoked to get back with my long time family friend, Alo Slebir, to catch up since our last episode in April of 2019. Alo takes us through the last ~4 years of surfing Mavericks on the regular, evolving his entire routine at this legendary heavy water break. We learn about Alo's new routine with tow partner Luca Padua, hear stories from the surprisingly different (and heavy) swells of 2023 hitting Northern California, winning the Mavericks Award in 2023, going big on Mainland Mexico barrels, and an overall humble and wise-beyond-his-years approach to life in the water. You can see a bunch more about Alo on his Insta at @aloslebir and on Surfline.com.

Join us on an exhilarating journey as we dive into the world of Moroccan surf culture, guided by the remarkable Dris Mhammedi, a true son of this captivating land. In this episode, we explore Dris's incredible progression in surfing, from his early days as a part of the development of surf culture in Morocco to his current role as the driving force behind a professional development program centered the flow from riding waves.

Immerse yourself in the magic of Morocco's remote and perfect surf spots, as Dris shares his personal experiences and reflections on the state of flow that surfing provides. Discover how this state of mind has profoundly shaped his own journey in life, propelling him to harness the power of the flow state in sport psychology and leadership training. Dris's global program, Mind Surf Experiences, offers a unique perspective on the transformative impact of flow, both on and off the waves.

Through insightful anecdotes and captivating storytelling, Dris invites us to explore the intersection of surfing, personal growth, and professional development. Gain a deeper understanding of how the flow state can unlock hidden potential, foster resilience, and enhance performance in various aspects of life.

Prepare to be inspired by Dris Mhammedi's unwavering passion for surfing and his dedication to empowering others. Together, we'll embark on a journey that unveils the beauty of Moroccan surf culture, while uncovering the possibilities for us all that lie within the flow state.

So grab your virtual surfboard, tune in, and get ready to ride the waves of flow with Dris Mhammedi on this extraordinary episode of This Ocean Life Podcast. You can also find Dris on Instagram.

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Vince Broglio of Santa Cruz, CA is the definition of 'waterman'. Strong across a wide variety of disciplines in the ocean for over 40+ years, the cliff notes of his waterman resume go like this: 40 plus years surfing Santa Cruz, surfing Mavericks before pictures were ever published of that wave in a magazine, running jet skis as water patrol on the biggest swell days out there, hand shaping and glassing 1,000's of surf boards and other water craft, kite surfing, tow surfing, wing foiling, And on top of it all, he's an incredible artist creating unreal sculptures out of surfboard resin. But perhaps my favorite aspect of Vince is his longevity in the water -- he's still ripping today when many other guys have hung it up or taken steps back. 

You can learn more about Vince, his boards and art on his website https://www.vincebrogliosurfboards.com/ and Instagram @vbsurfboards. Also, check out our sponsor Kalletka Undersea and enter promo code THISOCEAN15 at checkout to receive 15% off all merch.

In this episode, Amber Jade, born and raised in the Hawaiian Islands, shares her stories of the beautiful challenge of underwater modeling on a breath. Amber shares her perspective on finding flow in the ocean, setting up for underwater photo shoots, free dive training, and life growing up on the island of Oahu. We also hear about Amber's world travels to over 30 countries and push to reach the 100' depth mark on a single breath. You can find Amber's amazing underwater photos and a wealth of inspiration on her Instagram @the.amber.jade. And for rad apparel with your favorite ocean imagery, check our sponsor Kalletka Undersea and enter coupon code THISOCEAN15 for 15% off all merch at check out. 

Anesti Vega's colorful life includes homelessness, combat duty in the US Army, film making, activism for indigenous peoples, and more. But in this podcast episode we hear of Anesti's core passion for scuba diving and the ocean. Anesti takes us through his progression of scuba dive training, making scuba available to military veterans and disabled persons, his love for citizen-based marine science, and his recognized achievements across many ocean-related organizations, and much more. Anesti shares a wonderful perspective on balancing his passion for the ocean with a strong devotion to family and culture. 

You can learn more about Anesti on his website at https://www.anestivega.com/ and follow his adventures on Instagram @anestivega.

In the relatively niche sport of prone paddling, a few names stand out across the world -- one of those is Lachie Lansdown. As a top finisher of world class events such as Molokai 2 Oahu and The Catalina Classic, Lachie has built an incredible competitive career that has taken him around the world. From top athlete on Team Australia in the ISA World Paddleboard Championships to ripping waves on his 10' race board, Lachie's endurance and skill in the water is only rivaled by his charisma and thirst for adventure and fun. 

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