Episodes
In this episode, Benji sits down with the Mayor of Encinitas, Tony Kranz. They talk about Tony's history in public office as well as his time in the National Guard. Tony also goes into his future plans for the city of Encinitas and how he hopes to improve the city he grew up surfing in.
Published 03/11/23
In this episode, musical artist Lily Meola sits down to chat with Benji about her career, memorable performances, and memories they have shared on trips with the crew from Whalebone Magazine.
Published 02/25/23
In this episode, Benji sits down with lifestyle photographer and long time friend, Steve Sherman. They reminisce on their times shooting together back when Benji was a teenager, as well as Steve's career as a professional skater. Steve has shot many of the greats in surf and skate and has the stories to show it.
Published 02/15/23
In this Poddy, Benji sits down with professional surfer and big wave award winner, Taylor Knox. They talk about what it took for Taylor to rise through the ranks as a professional surfer and the adversities he overcame in the process. They also reminisce on heats they competed in together and other fun stories from their competitive surfing days. Thank you to Let's Poddy's newest sponsor, Ponto Footwear! Use code PODDY15 for 15% off at pontofootwear.com .
Published 01/28/23
To kick off Season 2 of Let's Poddy, Benji sits down with long time friend, fellow surfer, and professional videographer Greg Browning. They talk about Greg's life as a father, surfer, the creator of the Drive Thru TV Series, and as a coach for professional surfers such as Tatiana Weston-Webb and Carissa Moore.
Published 01/14/23
In the final episode of Season 1, Benji sits down with Let's Poddy producer Annie Graziano to recap the season, talk about goals and improvements, and hint at what's to come for Season 2. Happy New Year and thank you to everyone who has supported the podcast so far.
Published 12/28/22
In this Poddy, Benji interviews friend and owner of Raen Sunglasses, Justin Heit. They talk about how the brand came to be, as well as what Justin went through to start and grow the company to what it is today. Later on, Justin opens up about his battle with cancer and how it changed his outlook on life.
Published 11/23/22
In this Poddy, Benji interviews friend and owner of Raen Sunglasses, Justin Heit. They talk about how the brand came to be, as well as what Justin went through to start and grow the company to what it is today. Later on, Justin opens up about his battle with cancer and how it changed his outlook on life.
Published 11/19/22
In this episode, Benji talks with long time friend, Blink 182 manager, and promoter Rick DeVoe. They discuss everything from Rick's start promoting the Momentum movies and creating the parties that put the movies on the map, to his rich history managing bands from Blink 182 to the Aquadolls, to much more. Rick's life is full of entertaining stories and this podcast is just able to scratch the surface.
Published 11/05/22
In this episode, Benji sits down with "mark maker" Todd DiCiurcio. They reminisce on fun times in New York with the Momentum crew and Todd talks about what he's done to get where he is in his art career. They also talk about Todd's other passions, surfing and fishing, and on how they have helped round out his life.
Published 10/19/22
Following the Solento Surf Festival, Benji sits down again with long time friend and tequila connoisseur, Taylor Steele. Taylor talks about what the Solento brand means to him and what he hopes it can inspire in others. They also talk about the Momentum reunion and some of the heroes of that surf generation.
Published 10/05/22
In this episode, Benji sits down with Olympic snowboarder and long-time friend Mark McMorris. They discuss everything from their meeting when Mark was 20 years old and had just gotten signed by Burton to Mark's future Olympic plans. They also discuss the Burton brand and what it has meant to each of them to be a part of that family for so long.
Published 08/26/22
In this Poddy, Benji chats with professional surfer Coco Ho. They discuss her family's long-standing surf legacy, how she fell in love with the sport, and what she's looking forward to in the next year. They finish the episode by discussing how the sport of surfing has changed for women in the last few generations.
Published 08/10/22
In this episode, Benji meets up with the lead guitarist of the Foo Fighters, Chris Shiflett. They talk in length about surfing and how surf culture as a whole has changed over the last few decades since they were groms. Then, of course, they talk about Chris' career in music and his upcoming solo release. This Poddy will answer the Google-famous question, "Does Dave Grohl like Chris Shiflett?"
Published 07/30/22
After a short break, Benji sits down with long time friend and fellow pro surfer, Kalani Robb. They reminisce over their days traveling the world and surfing together, as well as their more recent adventures. Kalani also gives some exclusive insight into what to expect from his new wave pool and what lies in store for the future of Palm Springs.
Published 06/29/22
In this Poddy, Benji talks with musician and fellow surfer, Perry Farrell. They talk about Perry's beginnings as a jewelry designer and wrestler in New York, as well as how family ties with the mob and a promised surf trip brought Perry out to California. Later, Etty Farrell joins in and talks about her own musical career as well as what it's like to work alongside Perry in their musical endeavors.
Published 05/18/22
This week, Benji sits down with crystal expert and co-owner of Energy Muse, Heather Askinosie. They have a meaningful discussion about self discovery, paying respect to the land while traveling, and everything crystal related. Heather also gives Benji a crystal reading and gives him insight into what's ahead for both him and the Poddy. Don't forget to use code LETSPODDY on energymuse.com for 20% off!
Published 05/11/22
In this Poddy, Benji sits down with actor, model, hunter, and surfer Scott Eastwood. They chat about everything from Scott's beginnings in Hawaii, surfing and living the ranch life, all the way to his current film projects. Scott also reminisces on his favorite surf trips and what it took for him to get his start in acting.
Published 04/27/22
This week, Benji talks with long time friend and surf videography legend, Taylor Steele. They reminisce on what it was like to create surf movies during a peak transitional time in the sport, as well as what made Taylor's work stand out. Later, Taylor discusses the difficulty in reaching your dreams at a young age and how he has kept himself from getting burnt out with his work.
Published 04/20/22
In this episode, Benji chats with renowned portrait photographer Justin Jay. They discuss what it takes to get started in the world of professional photography as well as Justin's experiences shooting big names such as Jay-Z, Outkast, and The Foo Fighters. Justin has also spent ample time shooting the tight-knit world of pro surfing on the North Shore and talks about what it took to put out his newest surf photography book.
Published 04/06/22
In this episode, Benji sits down with founding member of the Beastie Boys, Mike Diamond. They discuss everything from the 1990s New York rap scene to Mike’s current role as a “music dad”. This episode also features action sports and music publicist Shelby Meade who has worked closely with big industry names such as Ben Harper, The Beastie Boys, Shaun White, and Kelly Slater.
Published 03/23/22
In the premier episode of Let's Poddy, host Benji Weatherley chats with Greg Browning and Donovan Frankenreiter about the new Drive Thru project and what it means to pick up where they left off 10 years ago. Later, Jim Lindberg and Benji talk about the cross section of surf culture that is punk music and surfing. To finish things off, Benji sits down with Bob Hurley to talk about what went into creating the Hurley brand as well as what it takes to sign some of the world's best surfers such...
Published 03/13/22