For this episode of the Salted Spirit Podcast, I invited my friend and fellow surfer, Sara Price to take the mic and host! Sara is a writer for the American Crime TV series, Mayans M.C., she's a close surf friend, comedian and one of my favorit

How to Dampen the Scar Tissue, & Rebuild Mental & Physical Health

Mar 7th, 2021 37m 43s

Giselle Carrillo is a first generation daughter of immigrants from Mexico, born and raised in East LA. She recounts how sports were non-existent growing up, and she was pre-diabetic by age 24. Giselle shares her quarter life crisis at 25, when

Breaking Up With Diet Culture, A Surfer's Journey

Mar 6th, 2021 36m 43s

Zee van Gils is a 30-year old Dutch artist who unearthed her devotion for resin when she worked alongside surfboard shapers in Indonesia. In this episode we go deep into mental health, specifically Zee's journey with an eating disorder. She sha

Changing Tides Foundation: Empowering Women Through Education and Activity

Mar 6th, 2021 48m 48s

Becky is first generation Cuban living in Encinitas, California. She is an action sports attorney, and also the Executive Director of a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women around the world. Becky shares her story of backpack

On Deconstructing, And Putting the Pieces Back Together After Grief & Loss.

Jan 31st, 2021 29m 9s

Soraya Simi is a documentary filmmaker, photographer, and writer. Her work focuses primarily on themes surrounding human resilience and the ocean. Soraya just returned from four months in Nazaré, Portugal, home to one of the biggest waves on th

How to Have the Audacity to Make a Dent in Something You Care Deeply About

Jan 24th, 2021 35m

Linzi Hawkin is an expert brand strategist & environmental educator living in a tiny house on a tiny island. She's obsessed with all things ocean, and happiest when she's in, on or under water. Linzi is the founder of Protect Blue, an ocean foc

Your Relationship Status Doesn't Define Who You Are As a Woman

Jan 18th, 2021 36m 4s

Laura Day joins us from Pasadena, California in between salty surf sessions, hosting her own podcast, and designing her latest wearable surf collection for an all inclusive community of women. Laura shares some really personal details regarding

Financial Wellness for Waterwomen: 30 Minute Crash Course With Finn Ni Fhaolain

Jan 18th, 2021 39m 31s

Finn Ni Fhaolain from Ireland and the creator of saltwalterstories.me gives us a crash course in finances for our weekly 'wellness for waterwomen' tea talk. She talks about the deep stigma and hush hush mentality of talking about money in Irela

On Finding Community, Combatting Anxiety & the Importance of Rest & Recovery

Jan 9th, 2021 38m 56s

I'm thrilled to kick off 2021 with my personal friend and an inspiring waterwoman, Katie Falkenberg. Katie joins us from Jacksonville, Oregon in between her journalism projects, capturing beautiful photography and fly fishing with her female cr

A Peaceful Closing to 2020: Turning the Page & Serving Community

Dec 24th, 2020 43m 35s

Today’s episode is a live recording with my friend Ame Flournoy. Ame talks about finding an unexpected yet fulfilling community. Each week she works with a team of people to refill their local community fridge for people in need. She talks abou

Restoring New York's Oysters: Tanasia Swift Billion Oyster Project

Dec 3rd, 2020 34m 51s

Tanasia Swift, Community Reef Manager with Billion Oyster Project joins us to talk about a very vibrant and active water community in the heart of New York City. With a lofty goal to restore the shore with a billion oysters and rebuild this eco

How to Stay Activated & Stoked Locally After the Election

Nov 7th, 2020 10m 51s

In this 12 minute "breadcrumb" video, I share my views on politics, specifically not growing up in a political family, how I found my voice, and my personal challenge to you in 2021 and beyond.

The Benefits of Establishing an Intimate Relationship With Money

Oct 21st, 2020 12m 10s

I decided to bite the bullet and be totally transparent about my day to day finances. In this breadcrumb episode, I share an intimate look into my personal finances, the top 8 categories for spending the past 6+ months, allocated dollars for ea

The Social and Psychological Benefits of Talking to Strangers;

Oct 14th, 2020 7m 22s

When was the last time you chatted up a stranger? We already live in a society where we barely acknowledge one another on the street, and we selectively choose our friends online. In Joe Keohane's new book 'The Power of Strangers,' he talks abo

Water as a Place of Healing; Lessons from Salmon

Oct 8th, 2020 44m 12s

Raised on the banks of the Campbell River, a coastal community on Vancouver Island, April is passionate about keeping an eye on the wild faces and places in her expansive backyard (the BC coast). She spends her time exploring the relationship b

Ocean Therapy & Wild Swimming: The Mental & Physical Benefits

Oct 6th, 2020 6m 56s

As a surfer and lover of the ocean, ironically I'm rarely off my surfboard. I was recently introduced to something called 'Wild Swimming' from Sophie in the U.K., and I haven't looked back since. This is an entirely different way to get connect

Wellness Podcast: Shortened Episodes for our Monkey Brains

Oct 5th, 2020 4m 59s

COVID has shortened our attention spans by an insurmountable amount, not to mention we're no longer commuting or listening to lengthy podcasts. This is why I'm excited to introduce you to my 'short swell' podcast episodes, or wellness breadcrum

The Sober Curious Movement.

Sep 22nd, 2020 49m 57s

Courtney Condy is the quintessential young, vibrant 20-something embracing adventure around the world. On any given day you can find her surfing, hiking a 14er, or shooting exotic photography around the world. She started her own adventure tra

The Power of an Extroverted Introvert

Sep 8th, 2020 54m 48s

Jordan is what I would describe as an "introverted extrovert." She's a citizen of the Kul Wicasa Oyate (Lower Brule Sioux Tribe), and a passionate advocate for Indian Country and all people. You may recognize her for the red handprint on her f

How To Keep Creating & Dismantling In Uncertain Times

Aug 20th, 2020 1h 10m

Zandile Ndhlovu is known as the Black Mermaid, and is South Africa's first black PADI Freediving Instructor. Her mission is to diversify watersports for people of color.

"I Wanted To Be Alive," with Artist and Poet Solange Aguilar.

Jul 29th, 2020 46m 32s

Racism & Surfing, Black Lives Matter, Please Stop Looking Away

Jul 17th, 2020 2h 26m

This conversation with Rhonda Harper and Dr. Cassie Comley is by far the most critical conversation I've had to date on the Salted Spirit Podcast. Rhonda and Cassie share firsthand stories of racism, threats of violence and even threats of dea

Fitness: Learning to Serve Your Body Versus Your Ego

Jul 9th, 2020 47m 58s

Kanoa Greene describes herself as a plus-size surfer, adventurer and fitness coach. She believes plus-size women can do hard things at any weight, shape or size, and she walks her talk by living her mantra daily - “Fitness is about seeing what

COVID-10: Tips for Boosting Immunity & Creating a Mindfulness Practice

Mar 19th, 2020 1h 1m

Recap of the Salted Spirit live virtual "Wellness for Waterwomen" session incorporating all things nutrition and mindfulness with special guest speakers! Tune in to hear the replay, and join us every Sunday morning for a new live virtual sessio

The Philosophy of Slow Fashion and Even Slower Living

Mar 11th, 2020 50m 45s

“You never really arrive...” was one of the most impactful statements from my podcast interview with Em & Olly, the co-founders of swimwear brand Raw x Salt. They join me from Coffs Harbour, Australia to talk about sustainability, motherhood an