139 Play Forever with Dr. Kevin Stone: Healing, Longevity & the Future of Joint Health
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Release Date: 05/20/2026
141 Stop Paddling for Waves - The Beginner Surfing Advice Nobody Gives You
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if catching more waves as a beginner had less to do with paddling harder, and more to do with timing and wave selection? Many beginner surfers waste energy chasing every patch of whitewater, only to miss waves, struggle to stand up, and finish each session feeling frustrated. In this episode, surf coach Michael Frampton explains a simpler approach that helps you conserve energy, choose better waves, and develop skills that will support your surfing for years to come. You’ll discover: How to catch whitewater waves without paddling by using a simple, well-timed movement What separates...
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140 Shane Dorian: The Art of Reading the Ocean and Understanding Yourself
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if the biggest difference between an average surfer and a great surfer isn't how they ride waves - but how they see them? After nearly five decades in the ocean, Shane Dorian has learned that surfing mastery isn't built on athleticism alone. It's built on observation, patience, awareness, and thousands of hours spent studying the ocean. In this conversation, Shane pulls back the curtain on the mindset that allowed him to become one of the world's most respected surfers. From learning to read subtle changes in swell direction and positioning to understanding crowd flow, reefs, tides, and...
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139 Play Forever with Dr. Kevin Stone: Healing, Longevity & the Future of Joint Health
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if the key to recovering from injury and surfing well into your 80s isn’t resting more… but learning how to “play” better? Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine pioneer Dr. Kevin Stone explains why movement, balance, community, and even fun itself may be some of the most important ingredients in healing. From biologic joint repair and stem-cell science to the psychology of staying present in the water, this conversation explores how athletes can come back stronger instead of slowly breaking down. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why turning fitness into “play”...
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138 From Obsession to Awareness: How Great Surfers Evolve with Coach Chris of The Surf Continuum
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if becoming a better surfer isn’t about catching more waves - but about thinking differently in the water? In this episode, Coach Chris from The Surf Continuum unpacks the deeper layers of surfing that often go unnoticed: the philosophy behind progression, the importance of surf culture and etiquette, and how maturity in the water can transform your entire experience. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or disconnected from your surfing, this conversation offers a refreshing, thoughtful perspective. Gain insight into how mastering fundamentals and simplifying your approach leads...
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137 James Russell - Mad Surf Stories
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What would you do if one wild surf story could change how you travel, train, and survive in the ocean? Michael talks with author James Russell about the real spark behind his podcast; Mad Surf Stories - those unforgettable car park conversations where local surfers share the kind of stories that never make the mainstream. From near-death experiences and ocean rescues to fear, aging, flow state, and the lessons hidden inside heavy surf moments, this conversation speaks to anyone who loves the ocean and wants to surf smarter, safer, and longer. You’ll hear how storytelling preserves local...
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136 Why Surfers Don’t Come Out of Barrels (And How to Fix It) - The Neurology of Tube Riding
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if the reason you can’t come out of the barrel has nothing to do with courage or experience, and everything to do with your brain? Many surfers believe that getting barreled is purely about skill, timing, or bravery. But if you’ve ever felt disoriented inside the tube, struggled to hold your line, or mysteriously fallen when the exit was right there, the real issue might be neurological. In this episode of the Surf Mastery Podcast, Michael Frampton reveals how vision, balance, and body awareness directly affect your ability to stay stable in the barrel, and why training your brain...
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135: From Presidential Speechwriter to Surfer – David Litt
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What happens when a former White House speechwriter, who’s written for presidents and packed auditoriums, decides to humble himself in a cold New Jersey lineup at 35? David Litt isn’t your typical surf author. He joined the Obama White House at just 24 and became one of the youngest senior presidential speechwriters in history, crafting remarks on healthcare, climate change, and even comedy for the Correspondents’ Dinner. After publishing Thanks, Obama and Democracy in One Book or Less, he turned his attention to something far less controllable than politics: surfing. In this episode,...
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134 You’re NOT Too Old for Surfing: How Aging Can Actually Improve Your Surfing
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Are You Really Too Old to Surf - Or Just Believing the Lie? Feeling slower in the water, stiffer in the joints, or unsure if you’ve aged out of the sport you love? What if it’s not your body that’s holding you back, but your mindset? Surfing is often seen as a young person’s sport, but that belief is costing older surfers joy, progress, and freedom. If you’ve ever felt like your best surfing days are behind you, this episode shows that they might actually still be ahead. Backed by neuroscience and real-world examples, this conversation reframes what’s truly possible in your surfing...
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133 Why Good Surfers Think Like Stoics, and How Stoic Philosophy Can Make You a Better Surfer
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if mastering the waves has less to do with technique, and more to do with ancient philosophy? Whether you're paddling out for the first time or carving your hundredth wave, frustration, fear, and unpredictability are always part of the ride. In this episode, host Michael Frampton explores how stoic philosophy offers timeless wisdom that every surfer, beginner or seasoned, can use to improve not only their performance, but their overall surfing life. Discover how living “in agreement with nature” is the foundation of both surfing and stoicism, and why resisting the ocean never works....
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132 The Only Way to Get Better at Surfing: Obsess Over It
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Are you ready to transform your surfing in 2026 by going all in - completely obsessed, fully immersed, and totally committed? This is the ONLY way to truly improve. If you're feeling stuck in your surf progression or yearning to break through to the next level, this solo episode with host Michael Frampton dives deep into the one mindset shift that separates average surfers from true masters. It’s not just about passion, it’s about short-term obsession to create long-term transformation. Learn why a temporary period of full-blown surfing obsession could be the key to lasting surf...
info_outlineWhat if the key to recovering from injury and surfing well into your 80s isn’t resting more… but learning how to “play” better?
Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine pioneer Dr. Kevin Stone explains why movement, balance, community, and even fun itself may be some of the most important ingredients in healing. From biologic joint repair and stem-cell science to the psychology of staying present in the water, this conversation explores how athletes can come back stronger instead of slowly breaking down.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why turning fitness into “play” instead of “work” can dramatically improve your consistency, mindset, and long-term health.
- The cutting-edge advancements in biologic joint repair, PRP therapies, robotic surgery, and recovery techniques that are helping athletes avoid unnecessary surgeries and heal faster.
- How balance, presence, and mental focus reduce injuries, and why distraction may be one of the biggest hidden causes of wipeouts and breakdowns as we age.
Press play now to learn how to recover smarter, stay active longer, and keep doing the sport you love for the rest of your life.
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For the passionate surfer - whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf dad, or an older surfer - this podcast is all about better surfing and deeper stoke. With expert surf coaching, surf training, and surfing tips, we’ll help you catch more waves, refine your paddling technique, and perfect your pop up on a surfboard. From surf workouts to handling wipeouts, chasing bigger waves, and mastering surf technique, we’re here to make sure you not only improve but truly enjoy surfing more - so you can get more out of every session and become a wiser surfer. Go from Beginner or intermediate Surfer to advanced