In this episode of the Basis Surf Podcast, I’m joined by the legendary surf photographer Todd Glaser, who has spent decades traveling the globe with surfing icon Kelly Slater. Todd and Kelly recently released a stunning new book, “A Life of Waves”, a visual masterpiece showcasing some of Kelly’s most iconic moments. Don’t miss this episode as we dive into fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from their adventures and explore the secrets behind Kelly Slater’s success. 

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Chapters

00:00 The Art of Surf Photography 

12:51 Surf Adventures With Kelly Slater

20:07 Kelly Slater Winning Pipe Masters at 50

30:51 Passion and Precision in Surfing

33:47 The Mad Scientist of Surfing

36:14 The Balance of Analysis and Intuition

39:39 The Evolution of Surfing Techniques

42:32 Capturing the Perfect Wave

46:22 The Excitement of the Wave Pool

50:53 Moments of Triumph in Surfing

52:20 Personal Philosophy of Surfing

57:00 The Ideal Wave and Board Choice

01:01:32 Legacy of Surfing and Future Generations

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