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EP 98 | Want to Do Airs? Start Here. | Pinch My Salt

Ever wondered how surfers actually learn to do airs? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer breaks down the real secret to surf aerials — and it’s NOT what most surf coaches tell you. We talk about the right way to start learning airs, why speed matters more than technique, how skating barefoot helps progression, and the biggest mistakes surfers make when trying to boost.

This episode quickly turns into a hilarious deep dive into surf culture, longboarding vs shortboarding, knee-paddling, core-lords, kook behavior, surf school problems, Black Belt Surf System, conspiracy theory spirals, OnlyFans culture (yeah… it goes there), and the behind-the-scenes reality of surf sponsorships, brands, and “core vs sellout” debates.

If you love surf progression tips, surf comedy, Sterling Spencer stories, and real conversations about surfing, life, and culture — this one’s for you.

🔥 In This Episode:

The surprising way to actually learn surf airs

Why SPEED is the key to going airborne

Barefoot skate + quarterpipe drill that unlocks airs

Knee-paddling: core or kook?

Longboard gliders, hang tens & surf ego checks

The truth about surf sponsorships, brands & "core" culture

How algorithms are frying our brains

Why “self-taught” might be the funniest surf insult ever

If you're into surfing, longboarding, airs, surf tips, surf progression, surf culture, comedy podcasts, Florida surf, Gulf Coast surfing, or you just want a good laugh — hit play and join the Pinchers!

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Happy Halloween from Pinch My Salt—the surf-comedy podcast with Sterling Spencer & Cousin Ryan. Tonight we summon North Shore myths, Pipeline nightmares, Santa Cruz sketchiness, church hell-house stories, and the eternal debate: is gatekeeping surfing good for the culture or a kook move? We roast foilboarders, praise core lords, confess to bowling with Australians, and ask why the scariest waves make us feel the most alive. If you love surf history, wipeouts, haunted swells, Kelly Slater & Laird Hamilton lore, Hawaii surf culture, Pete & Pete nostalgia, and ridiculous Halloween bits, this one’s for you. Hit LIKE, drop a 👻 in the comments, and share with a friend who still pushes mongo. Aloha & stay spooky. 🤙


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This week on Pinch My Salt we dive into the wild side of surf culture — surf fights at Lower Trestles, drone pilots disrupting lineups, Florida surf history, and why surfers never quite get the respect they deserve. Sterling Spencer and Ryan Spencer break down legendary run-ins at Lowers with Wardo, Dane Ward, Chad Montgomery, Fur Dog, and a lifeguard named Rocky who might still be looking for Sterling years later. From surf beefs to split peaks, this episode is packed with hilarious core-lord stories that only true surfers know.

We also get into the rise of drone clips and how adult beginner surfers with drones are buying their way into the lineup, changing surf etiquette, and manipulating pros with the power of footage. Sterling reveals why clips are “currency” in surf culture, and why surfers will do anything for the right angle.

From Florida’s forgotten surf heroes to why there should be a Gulf Coast Surf Hall of Fame, we talk surf history, surf respect, and how the core lords of the sport never get the recognition they deserve. Plus — kickflip struggles, tattoos, kids’ contests that felt like rooster fights, and how generational parenting shaped surfing.

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The Pinch My Salt Podcast is back with surf talk hotter than a Fiji reef pass! 🌊🔥 This week we dive into the big question: Is Jordy Smith about to become the next World Champion? From Fiji barrels to the North Shore legends, we break down the drama, the style, and the madness of pro surfing in 2025. Jordy has been putting on a masterclass in Fiji — will this be the year he finally claims the crown? 🏆🌴

But it’s not just contest talk — we riff on surf culture conspiracies, core lords, soft tops vs hard boards, and the comedy of chasing waves and chasing dreams. From Bobbi althoff & Hawk Tuahs podcast flameout to Bitcoin hard drives in the trash, from Shane Dorian’s pull-up game to Beatles haters in jean jackets, we cover everything surf, skate, comedy, and culture. 🤙

Expect laughs, raw surf stories, and unfiltered takes you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re a core surfer, a frothing grom, or just here for the chaos, this episode is for you.


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Surf stories don’t get crazier than this! In this episode of Pinch My Salt 🎙️, pro surfer Sterling Spencer and filmer cousin Ryan Spencer swap the wildest tales from the glory days of surf travel — from Costa Rica surf trips and Bali scooter missions to Mentawai Islands malaria, hair-whip science....

We dive into the Code Red Tahiti swell, Teahupo’o wipeouts, Griffin Colapinto and Koa Rothman charging, plus untold Bruce Irons stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Mixed in? Life lessons on surfing, parenthood, and why keeping your hair long might just be the secret to peak performance.

Packed with surf culture comedy, uncensored travel stories, and genuine respect for the next generation of chargers, this episode is part surf history, part chaos, and 100% hilarious.

🌊 Topics include:

Best beginner surf trips (Costa Rica vs Bali)

Wildest Mentawai Islands surf mission

Legendary Teahupo’o swell breakdown

Bruce Irons naked jet ski rescue story

Surfer parenting philosophy & Gen Z respect

The science (maybe) of long hair & performance

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This is the surf history episode you didn’t know you needed. We dive deep into the raw, untold stories of Andy Irons, Jay Adams, and the legends that built the foundation of modern surfing. From the rise of the shortboard revolution to the fall of the surf industry post-COVID, Pinch My Salt lays it all out—uncensored, hilarious, and fully core.

Hear firsthand stories of Andy’s final days, surf missions with Jay Adams, the evolution from Tom Curren to Kelly Slater, and how the Momentum Generation changed everything. We explore how wave pools, soft tops, and YouTube “pros” diluted the culture—and why the real surfers are taking it back.

We expose the surf industry's collapse, the greed during COVID, and the quiet death of the soft-top era. If you’re obsessed with surf history, core culture, and want to laugh through the chaos—this one’s for you.

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From Tupac to Pipeline, this episode of Pinch My Salt takes you on a wild ride through surf trauma, street wisdom, and comedy chaos. Sterling recounts the time he got hazed by North Shore legends Mark Healey and Jesse Merle Jones—yes, there was a knife, a closet, and a bloody tuna. This is core surf culture meets unfiltered stand-up comedy. 🌊😂

Whether you're into surfing podcasts, surf culture stories, underground surf beefs, or just love hilarious tales from the North Shore, this episode is jam-packed with surf drama, rogue waves, sketchy parties, and behind-the-scenes surf politics. Plus: Tupac vs. Pipe, gym Russians, Hawaiian girlfriends, and why pro surfers should never marry baddies. 🤙

We dive into:

Hawaiian surf localism and house politics 🏠

Two-wave hold-downs and underwater fear 😱

Tupac, Ozzy, Hulk Hogan, and the death of late-night TV 💀📺

Party culture in the surf industry 🥴

Hidden camera segments and fan-submitted footage 🎥

Perfect for fans of surf comedy, core lord drama, and hilariously real surfer conversations. This is the most unfiltered surf podcast on YouTube.

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There are 4 types of surfers—and once you see it, you can't unsee it.
This episode cracks the code of surf culture in the funniest, rawest way possible. From Big Wave Psychos in helmets to Hipster Surfers in beanies and rings, we expose the unspoken personalities that run the lineup. Which one are you? The High-Perf Jock trying to qualify? Or the North Shore Gatekeeper ready to scrap over a 2-foot wave?

Whether you're a surfer, skater, gym rat, soft-top warrior, or comedy pod addict, this episode is full of:
🔥 Core-lord roasts
😂 Snuggie meltdowns
🏋️‍♂️ Gym trauma therapy
🏄‍♂️ Surf contest conspiracies
👙 And the baddie problem haunting pro surfers everywhere

We also invent the Bad Baddy Bailout Hotline, debate what "buttery" waves really mean, and try to survive another body-shaming comment section. This is surf culture like you’ve never heard it before—raw, hilarious, and slightly unhinged.

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Pinch My Salt, titled "Surfing Cancelled Me", we dive deep into the raw, hilarious, and controversial world of surf culture, surf conspiracies, and the chaotic evolution of modern surfing. From soft top wars to beef with legends like Kelly Slater, Kalani Robb and OCCY, we unpack why the surf industry is in a "vulnerable" state, and how viral YouTube culture is messing with core surf values. We talk epic summer surf stories, AI surfing edits, skateboarding and snowboarding crossovers, and the weird Gen Z stare. Comedy meets CORE surf talk as we debate soft tops vs. hardboards, old-school vs. clickbait surf culture, and what it means to be a true core lord. Plus, insane behind-the-scenes stories with Taylor Steele, Bali surf trips gone wrong, and hilarious encounters with pro surfers and comedians. If you're a fan of surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, viral clips, or just love funny, raw podcasts, this one is for you.

Soft top surfboard conspiracies

Summer surf stories & local beefs

Comedy vs. surf culture tension

The future of surfing and viral fame

Watermelon, Sky Zone, and Jesus vibes

Behind-the-scenes surf movie drama

Core lord vs. kook debates

Skateboarding and snowboarding lifestyle crossover

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Elephants, skimboards, Mormons in silk pajamas, and wild surf adventures — this is not your average surf trip PODCAST! Join Sterling Spencer and Ryan as they take you deep into the weirdest, funniest, and most unforgettable surf stories from Thailand. From riding elephants in the jungle to getting chased by ladyboys on the streets of Phuket, this Thailand surf adventure is beyond epic.

They talk surf culture, skim boarding fails, elephant rides gone wrong, tsunamis, and spiritual showdowns between Mormons, atheists, and surfers. Sterling drops hilarious behind-the-scenes stories about traveling as a pro surfer, weird surfer diets, toe injuries, and the secrets of big women cuddles (bring a snorkel!). Whether you're a surfer, travel addict, or just love wild comedy podcasts, you don’t want to miss this raw, hilarious journey.

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