Confessions of a Surf Lady is a place where you can confess and openly share your thoughts and experiences as a woman who surfs. We take anonymous confessions about different topics and discuss them here on our show. It's our goal to tell an authentic story of the female surfer and represent you, how you want to be represented. Join the conversation by making a confession, reading confessions, or catching up on our blog at surfsociete.com.
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After struggling to find a surf hat that checked all the boxes—functional, stylish, and secure—Emily Li, a surfer and entrepreneur, decided to create her own. The result? Peach Surf Hats, a brand that encourages surfers to protect their skin and look good good while doing it. In this episode of Confessions of a Surf Lady: The First Women's Surfing …
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👉 Join me in our Nurture Your Lineup Workshop to Achieve Your Goals in 2025! Sign up FREE here. I can't wait for you to join me in this FREE workshop series. We'll host 3 live events to get you ready to achieve your goals in 2025! The events will also be recorded so you can join in on your own time. See you there! xo, Laura Day Learn More Here: fre…
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Ever thought about what’s in your hair care and how it impacts the ocean you surf in? This episode with Kate Assaraf, founder of Dipalready.com, is a must-listen for anyone who loves beauty products and cares about the ocean and sustainability. Kate shares the story behind Dip’s eco-friendly body and hair oil—a “perfume with benefits” that’s as goo…
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Surfing is hard—like, f*cking hard. It isn’t just a sport; it’s a journey of highs, lows, and everything in between. In this episode, we talk about how to cultivate a flexible mindset to keep your stoke alive—even on those tough days when nothing seems to be going right. I share a personal story from a recent surf trip to Baja where I faced unexpec…
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In 2014, I moved to Brisbane, Australia, alone. Surfing was on the agenda, but I knew nobody and nothing about the Australian lineup. One evening, I made my way to the coast to meet a group of surfers the next morning. My anxiety of being alone in a new country quickly eased as I met my first friend: Christina. Now, ten years later, Christina and I…
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For a long time, I surfed without fully understanding the impact of my board’s design. I knew I needed a longboard to cross-step and nose ride, but the world of surfcraft always seemed distant, almost secretive. Once I started to dig in and learn about surfboard design, everything changed. It didn’t just improve my surfing—it opened up a whole new …
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With a single call to "the big dogs," Sasha Jane Lowerson set in motion a revolution for equality in competitive surfing. Despite her success in numerous competitions under her former identity of Ryan Egan, Sasha feared competing as a transgender surfer. Instead of letting fear take over, she embraced her true self and championed groundbreaking inc…
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Want to stay out of a surf slump, keep the stoke high, and make progress in your surfing? Start a surf journal! In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share how keeping a surf journal has been a game-changer for me. I’ll explain how I document my sessions, reflections, and surf goals in a cute, bright colored, A4 notebook, decorated with stickers…
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Try a membership at The Surf Société with 7 days free. Join us as we celebrate the 50th episode of Confession of a Surf Lady Podcast, and nearly 50k downloads! Tune in to hang out with me, Host Laura Day, and longtime listener, Surf Société Member, and surfy friend Diana Zalucky. Together, we reflect on the podcast's journey and our mission to empo…
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After 4.5 years of running this podcast we've reached 50 Episodes and surpassed 50k Downloads! Thank you to our listeners, guests, friends and family for listening and supporting our show. I couldn't be more grateful. xo, Laura Day Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your contact info. Support the show Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing po…
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The connection you have with your surf community directly shapes your surf experience. While being part of a surf group is important, it's even more crucial that the community aligns with your personal goals, motivations, and personality. In this episode, I, your host Laura Day, share my personal journey in finding the right surf family. I discuss …
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Growing up in Orange County, Ben loved to spend time in the water. However, as he grew up transgender, the revealing nature of swimwear eventually made him uncomfortable and led him to give up his time in the ocean. It wasn’t until he moved back to Orange County from San Francisco in 2010 that he was encouraged to get back into surfing. In San Fran…
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Whether it's navigating a competitive lineup or dropping into steeper waves, every surfer is bound to face fear in the lineup. But what happens when that fear becomes so debilitating that you can no longer enjoy your sessions? Meet Kim Chareonbood. Hypnotherapist, sports mental trainer, and Surf Guide at The Surf Société Community. Kim specializes …
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Have you ever experienced the poetry of surfing? The saltwater molecules enveloping your body as they break your fall from a wipeout, the energy of a wave curling up to greet you, propelling you down the line for a mere 10-15 seconds. The natural components of your local break that set the stage for play and connection with your best friends. In th…
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44. Localism & Unsolicited Surf Advice: Navigating an Evolving Surf Culture and Growing Lineup
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Join our community The Surf Société with your first 7 Days FREE Improving your surf skills is no easy feat and learning from others is critical part of the process, but when does unsolicited surf advice cross the boundary from helpful to condescending? And are newer surfers listening to advice that concerns safety in the lineup? OR are they brushin…
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Free Shipping: Shop Dip's after swim (and surf!) detangler bar and get FREE shipping when you use the code confessions at checkout. Finding plastic nurdles on the remote beaches of Sri Lanka left Kate Assaraf heart broken. Having grown up in New Jersey where seamlessly going from beach to nightlife was a part of summer culture, Kate never left home…
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Access the Read the Break Lesson 👉 HERE Here's why experienced surfers are catching more waves than you... While you think that crusty old guy is just taking his sweet time to sip his coffee, he's actually reading the break so he can create a game plan for his surf session. Spending 10 reading the break before you paddle out will allow you to obser…
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At just 3 years old Reid Van Wagoner caught her first wave. She was hooked! Now 14, Reid is a surfing prodigy competing in both shortboard and longboard competitions, sometimes even in the same day! In this episode you'll meet the future of women's surfing. Reid shares her journey of growing up in a surfing family, how she balances life with being …
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Meet Lynn and Sunkat, Filipina american surfers who grew up in both the states and the islands of the Philippines. In 2008 they began to bring donated surfboards and equipment back to remote island destinations, where surfing was usually only done by foreigners passing through. By donating recycled equipment to the local kids, and incentivizing the…
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Participate in The Surf Craft Series at The Surf Société. Join now and get your first month free. Create an Account here. Have you ever walked into a surf shop and felt out of place? Traditionally there has been a major barrier to entry for women in surfing. This not only shows in the lineup but trickles all the way down to our experiences in surf …
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🌊 Host Laura Day shares insightful tips on cultivating confidence in the lineup. Learn about the pillars of mindset, knowledge, and sisterhood that can empower your surfing journey and practical tips that will leave you ready to charge in your next surf session. Main Themes: The Importance of Mindset in Surfing: "Your headspace and your mentality g…
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Despite facing misogyny prevalent in the surf industry, Matt George, a renowned surf journalist and Senior Contributing Editor at SURFER for over 35 years, has been an advocate for women in surfing. In his new book, In Deep, you'll discover an anthology of Matt's most influential articles and photographs, including stories about courageous women in…
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How has surfing saved you? Meet Janina Casanova, a once rare-beach-goer from Southern California. From praying in Italian seaside chapels to finding solace in the waters of the Philippines, Janina embarked on a world-wide journey, in hopes of recovering from a broken marriage. Finding herself on a remote island in her homeland, Janina reconnects wi…
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Picture this: you and your boo paddling out and catching waves into the sunset. Sounds dreamy, right? Now picture this: your partner dropping in and turning all your waves into a party waves. In this episode you'll meet guest Anna, world traveler, social media manager, and surf tour operator who lives in Ecuador. Anna spent years backpacking until …
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Pull up a chair and join us in Baja, Mexico as we as we celebrate sisterhood and surf adventure on Surf Société's first trip. We'll drink wine and eat charcuterie after a surf at a secret spot, all thanks to Manny, our guide at Epic Surf Tours. Meet 4 members of The Surf Société: Farrah, Celia, Danyelle, and Jana. Coming together IRL for the first …
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Hey Lady! I'm your host Laura Day and I'm so stoked to have you here. We're back with an all new Season of Confessions of a Surf Lady for you. Tune into this episode for a quick note from me before you dive into a juicy Season 4! Episode Sponsor Confessions of a Surf Lady is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform…
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31. From Visualization to Victory: How Florida Surfer Joann Bolton Harnessed Surf Visualization to Win Her First Competition
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Did you know you could meditate your way to better surfing? Yes, you heard that right! You can improve your surfing without even touching the water. In this episode, you'll meet Florida Surfer and Surf Société Member Joann Bolton. This incredible surf lady participated in The Surf Société's 21-day visualization challenge and wrote her custom visual…
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Surfing is an incredibly diverse sport, and in this episode we're bringing you two unique, but equally passionate surf lady communities: The Lake Surfistas from Canada and The Gong Gurfers from Australia. Meet Spence of the Gong Gurfers and Robin of the Lake Surfistas in this Party Wave podcast episode where we link across three timezones to create…
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Join iaera surf's closing sale to get up to 50% off women's surfwear: iaerasurf.com/closing In this episode, we're celebrating C'est La Vie Part 2 but instead of celebrating a breakup (refer to episode 10 for C'est La Vie Part 1), we're celebrating the closing of my surfwear line iaera surf. In 2016, I (your host, Laura Day) created iaera surf, sur…
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I'm closing my surfwear line iaera surf! Take advantage of our closing sale and Join the list:iaerasurf.com/closing Tune in to hear a couple of important announcements about the podcast, The Surf Société and iaera surf. Thanks so much for listening. I'm so grateful to have you here. Your Host, Laura Day Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your cont…
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27. Personal Development, Evolution, and the Journey of being a Surf Entrepreneur w/ Brianna Ortega
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Surfing is a journey and so is life as an entrepreneur in the surf industry. In this episode, we'll catch up with Brianna Ortega, founder of Sea Together Magazine and one of our very first guests here on Confessions of a Surf Lady Podcast. Tune in for a very open conversation between host Laura Day and Artist Brianna Ortega about the ups and downs …
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26. Living Legends: The Original Gidget, The Co-Director of the First Women's Pro Event, & a 2x World Champion from Hawaii Known for Her Fierce Style
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Meet 3 living legends who paved the way for women's surfing in this sneak peek of exclusive events at The Surf Société. Kathy Kohner Zuckerman (The Original Gidget), Terry Eselun, and Lynne Boyer join us and share their experiences surfing in the '50s and '70s. Tune in to meet: Kathy Kohner Zuckerman - Kathy grew up learning to surf in Malibu in th…
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25. Speaking Up for Lineup Safety w/ Farrah Monfort
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The lineup can be a tough place. How do you express yourself when someone disregards safety and etiquette in the lineup? Do you feel the need to speak up or is paddling away more your style? In this episode, you'll hear about an incident that started with a board to the face, continued with a confrontation, and resulted in an ending you wouldn't ex…
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There's a fine line between finding SURF INSPO and feeling SURF FOMO when it comes to Instagram. Which one do you experience the most when browsing the social media platform? In part 2 of our conversation on Social Media and Surfing, you'll meet Ashley Neelands: Surfer, Mom, & California Micro-Influencer. Since 2016, Ashley has been using Instagram…
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Forget about being impressive and commit to being real. Because being real is impressive - Jonathan Harnisch. Let's get REAL. With social media platforms like Instagram, the representation of women's surfing has evolved immensly within just a couple of years. While Instagram is a great place to find surf inspiration, it's also a platform that lends…
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Is comparing yourself to other surfers keeping you from enjoying the surf journey? Join host Laura Day and learn 4 tips to killing comparison before it kills your surf game. Listen in to hear: 4 Tips you can use to kill comparison in surfing, social media, or in life How surfing is about the lifelong journey that should be enjoyed. The journey of i…
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RESPECT: something that is often overlooked in the sacred sport of surfing. Tune in to meet our first male guest Manny Vargas, founder and surf tour guide of Epic Surf Tours. As a pro bodyboarder, Manny has traveled the world in search of epic waves and epic food and since 2013 he's shared his passion for travel with all types of wave riders. Manny…
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20. California Surf Culture, Surfy Friendships, & the 2 Year Anniversary of Confessions of a Surf Lady
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Yew! We're celebrating 2 years of Confessions of a Surf Lady! Tune in to hang out with me, host Laura Day and surf pal Angie Rivera as we froth over a fun surf session and good food. We'll chat about California surf culture and the women's surf community while we celebrate 2 years of Confessions of a Surf Lady and 2 years of our surfy friendship. E…
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Is your restrictive diet keeping you from surfing better? Tune in to meet Leah Donatiello, founder of the Her Surf Nutrition Method™. Leah is a holistic nutritionist for women who surf who has used nutrition to get stronger and surf better. She's now sharing her method with other women in the lineup. Her philosophy is that restrictive diets DON'T w…
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To learn more about The Surf Société or sign up visit: members.surfsociete.com Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your contact info. Support the show Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is supported by The Surf Société, our unique digital women's surfing platform where we come together to Learn More. Surf Better. Live Happy. Learn…
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Tune in to hear this special announcement from host Laura Day about what comes next for the Confessions of a Surf Lady Podcast community. Join our Newsletter so you never miss a thing: Confessionsofasurflady.com/join Send me a Message! Be sure to leave your contact info. Support the show Confessions of a Surf Lady, women's surfing podcast, is suppo…
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Join the Newsletter: Confessionsofasurflady.com/join Tune into this replay of Host Laura Day on Ryan Mahle's Dive into Discussion Podcast! We'll talk about learning to surf in San Diego, cover the deadly animals of Australia and discuss why beauty standards are bullsh*t. This episode is an edited version of Ryan Mahle's Dive Into Discussion Podcast…
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Join host Laura Day's weekly newsletter here: Confessionsofasurflady.com/join What kind of boundaries have you created to keep surfing fun for you? Can surfing less actually lead to a happier surf life? It sounds crazy but establishing healthy boundaries is imperative to enjoying your time in the water and sometimes that means forgoing aggressive, …
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On this episode of Froth Talks, you'll meet Chantae Reden of The Salt Sirens: A website for female freedivers, scuba divers, surfers, kitesurfers, and women interested in living an ocean-based lifestyle. Tune in to hang out with Host Laura Day and Chantae Reden! We'll froth out on: Chantae's adventurous life, living, and surfing in Suva, Fiji The S…
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How has age influenced your experience as a female surfer? Risa Mara Machuca picked up surfing as an LA native "later in life." After moving to Sayulita, Mexico, and spending more time in the water, Risa found herself competing in local surf competitions. Tune in to this episode to meet Risa Mara Machuca and hear about the amazing achievements she'…
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🏄🏽♀️ SUPPORT THE SHOW when you shop at iaerasurf.com Take 10% OFF Women's Surfwear 👉 Use code PODCAST10 at iaerasurf.com Connect with Us: Follow @confessionsofasurflady Follow @iaerasurf Join the conversation 👉 podcast.iaerasurf.com/connect Confessions of a Surf lady is The first Women's Surfing Podcast. Join me on this impromptu episode about dea…
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🏄🏽♀️ SUPPORT THE SHOW when you shop at iaerasurf.com Take 10% OFF Women's Surfwear 👉 Use code PODCAST10 at iaerasurf.com Connect with Us: Follow @confessionsofasurflady Follow @iaerasurf Join the conversation 👉 podcast.iaerasurf.com/connect Confessions of a Surf lady is The first Women's Surfing Podcast. Episode Summary Coming Soon Episode Resourc…
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🏄🏽♀️ SUPPORT THE SHOW when you shop at iaerasurf.com Take 10% OFF Women's Surfwear 👉 Use code PODCAST10 at iaerasurf.com Connect with Us: Follow @confessionsofasurflady Follow @iaerasurf Join the conversation 👉 podcast.iaerasurf.com/connect Watch Flick's Film Skin Deep on Vimeo here. Surfing Nude and Embracing Vulnerability w/ Flick Palmateer: Mee…
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🏄🏽♀️ SUPPORT THE SHOW when you shop at iaerasurf.com Take 10% OFF Women's Surfwear 👉 Use code PODCAST10 at iaerasurf.com Connect with Us: Follow @confessionsofasurflady Follow @iaerasurf Join the conversation 👉 podcast.iaerasurf.com/connect How have you used surfing to help you through a breakup? Breakups, as well as big transitions in life, are n…
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🏄🏽♀️ SUPPORT THE SHOW when you shop at iaerasurf.com Take 10% OFF Women's Surfwear 👉 Use code PODCAST10 at iaerasurf.com Connect with Us: Follow @confessionsofasurflady Follow @iaerasurf Join the conversation 👉 podcast.iaerasurf.com/connect It's been a whirlwind, the last few months. Coping with quarantine while witnessing police brutality and rac…
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