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“Thank you guys.
I’ve been on, what I call, the great grandfather diet. If he didn’t eat it. I don’t.
It’s been 4 months. Never felt better. Seriously. And I’m 51.”
Brn Wlkr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/24
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“Kauaʻi series absolutely EPIC”
Nāpali via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/23
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“Always good and DS has got better at interviews over time. Thanks”
Middleaged Learner via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
03/30/23
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“Thanks DLS! Digging into all the past episodes and can’t get enough. Found the Troy Eckert talk very illuminating and inspiring for a past prime surfer who also keeps the fire alive that my best friend wave is still ahead of me”
BEN the BOSS!!!!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/23
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“Thanks for producing great interviews! Dig the guests, questions & quality ! Keep it up”
WalkerTripp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/23
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“It’s great, love the interviews. Maybe one with Kai Lenny in the future?”
rbgrtjkjrvhj via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/08/23
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“Bravo, long time listener, epic story 👌”
chrislogdog via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
12/20/22
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“Always one of the more compelling and interesting listens in a niche scene where intelligent conversation with humor is lacking. Keep up the work! Bon Voyage…”
SSplendorFan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/22
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“Brad Gerlach is such an awesome guest so insightful love when you have guests like this!”
crocboss69 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/22
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“Great podcast for those who love surfing and interesting and in-depth story telling. David Scales has become the premiere voice in surf news and entertainment with his multi-show podcast network. Shout out to Chas and Bassy as well for bringing two totally different perspectives and flavors to...”Read full review »
Hoss214 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/10/22
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“Awesome podcast for surfers lots of interesting guests and perspectives of the surf industry. Only $5 a month and I get a chance to win a board!”
RastaVanLife via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/03/22
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“Just not engaging, Scales seems to lack a sense of humour.”
Dgt19730 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/25/22
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“David is a great podcast host. Interviews are always interesting. I really appreciate the episodes with shapers and the in depth discussions about board design. Lots of episodes with the veterans offer quick interesting history lessons.”
DoubleT-D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/21
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“A Logan Dulien ep?”
pjtrix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/21
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“There are a collection of good surf podcasts out there for sure. But there is nothing quite like the program David Lee Scales runs with Surf Splendor. It’s so much more than that “one weekly episode”, as there are a collection of shows that come from the roots of Surf Splendor with other...”Read full review »
Kyussforever via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/21
“Found this surfing related podcast back in my early podcast listening days and it quickly shot to my #1 go to listen. Binged all the back catalogue along with “The Grit” and “Spit!”, both of which David Lee Scales produces, along with Scott Bass and Chas Smith. These three blokes all bring...”Read full review »
ricooso via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/04/21
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“I’ve listened to most, if not all of the new surf pods over the last few years. And the Surf Splendor network is the best IMHO”
smurdochmcleod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/21
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“You’re podcast is amazing and very entertaining!! I don’t recall.. but I suggest interviewing Donald Brink and reviewing his new unnamed model.. It actually changed my life!! Thanks!!”
Initium73 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/21
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“Awesome interview!!! What a story his life has been!”
RPrause via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/20
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“Relocated many times over the last 10 years. Southern California native! Surfed anything that moved from 14 to 40 years old. 50 now and have 2 kids and currently living in Minneapolis. Surf a couple times a year. Longtime listener. You and Bass rule the most together. Keep up the good work. You...”Read full review »
maatowenmn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/20
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“David Lee Scales continues to impress. He’s bringing us surf icons from the past and present and allowing us learn more about them with thoughtful interviews.”
Pupusa Dave via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/20
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“I have some critiques of this podcast (rarely interviews women surfers for one) but in large part I enjoyed it. But then listening to the host show what I think must be his true nature on the Beach Grit podcast, I just can’t support it anymore. These bro’s are on the wrong side of history. You’ve...”Read full review »
hazzie07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/20
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“I am new to surfing podcast (mainly due to a recent fractured bone) and I have enjoyed surf splendor very much. David Scales is a thoughtful, knowledgeable and respectful interviewer. He challenges his guest with insightful questions while maintaining that delicate balance of reverence while...”Read full review »
buckchad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/19/20
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“I have tried to listen to quite a few different podcasts about surfing, but there is a unique quality, humor, thoughtfulness, and insight in these podcasts that others lack. Thanks Surf Splendor for helping to keep the surf stoke lit!”
Must be The Quimbys via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/20
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“I really enjoyed the Maurice Cole episodes. His story is so interesting! I wish there was more podcasts with him”
Monte Hansen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/20
“I’ve listened recent two episodes of Kauai series.
Even I’m not in the place to access to the beach and surf easily, I’ve been really enjoyed these episodes as a fantastic tale. -from seoul-”
chae101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/20
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“A great podcast for anyone interested in surfing! Aloha from Norway”
P3d3r via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
05/20/20
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“Great stuff. Surfing yes, but lots about life and living.”
luv jonas brothers via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/20
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“Surf Splendor is the best surf podcast available. David, thanks so much for all your fine work. 🤙”
dancamp77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/20
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“I’m hooked on this podcast
I’ve been surfing for 50 years and I’m learning so much about surfers I’ve admired for many years growing up in NZ”
Tom the reviewer via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/15/20
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“You have a podcast I enjoy.
Dave I get that you have a connection to the island. Yet in some ways I feel these podcasts about “The Garden Island, Irons bro’s, the Hamilton’s, Aloha Xchange” are bias. Who is representing the battling Hawaiian surf crew. The average chargers and hard working top...”Read full review »
kealadownunda via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/18/20
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“Very sad to hear someone brag about how they dodged the draft when so many guys went to Vietnam and gave everything.
One of the reasons surfers had a bad name at that time. Everyone has their own opinion about the war. But to brag about pretending to be Gay ????
When your not !!!!
What a sad...”Read full review »
flnsb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/20
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“Only recently found the podcast, great guests & intelligent interview, would love to hear interviews with Bob Mitsven, Jim Phillips & Ryan Burch”
surfbum00 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/17/20
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“Keep them coming!!!”
VB2OBX2NSB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/20
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“Informative, historical, and entertaining. Best all around”
Mark's Hair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/20
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“This podcast is absolute gold. Surfing came really late into my life, and every time I hear one of David’s pods I feel like I’m catching up on lost time. Love the interviews, pure surf culture. Thanks for sharing”
samulahm via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
12/08/19
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“Great place to go to listen to WSL, surfing ,surf character and industry stories. Very entertaining and educating.”
Chipperdaripper via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/19
“This is a great pod if you like surfing and just hearing interesting human internet stories. Can’t get enough. Also Spit! Podcast is a good one !!”
Christopher Carrouthers via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/19
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“All of David’s podcasts are exquisite. Keep up the great content!”
SpaghettiMarinoni via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/16/19
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“Just found this podcast and have been listening to every shaper that’s been interviewed and they are all great. Interviewer asked great questions to prompt good discussion. Please get Gary Hanel on the podcast. Love his boards and would love to hear a conversation with him!”
Shredsickgnar via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/11/19
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“Very fair assessment of the surfboard manufacturing industry today. It seems that Burt never settles for a mediocre product, and doesn’t seem like he’s ready to put down the design tools yet. I ride The Sunova performance SUPs, and he’s right about the ride characteristics, they’re awesome! Glad...”Read full review »
Mike Laielli via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/19
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“Great “series” of podcasts, including “The Grit”, “Boardroom” and “Spit”, among others. I live by them.”
Gregory JB via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/30/19
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“No commercials/sponsor ad’s in my podcasts, Please! ( grounds for unsubscribing)
Plus the volume levels in this podcast seemed to get louder as the podcast went on! ( especially the sponsor ad) frustrating!
More surf History questions-talk , less Business / Econ spiel !!”
zeke22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/19
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“DLS and the surf splendour podcast network make great surf content. Arguably the most easily digestible surf content out there, long-form and deep. Perfect for a long commute.”
syd commuter via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/03/19
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“Entertaining and informative! David has a gift and is extremely skilled at drawing interesting story’s and fact out of those he interviews.”
OBX Kike via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/19
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“This podcast has a nice variety of topics to explore within the subject of surfing. But I’m frustrated by the very minimal female guests that have come on the show. There are plenty of women who I’m sure would love to talk about their sport, but the host appears to have blinders on. Please,...”Read full review »
Shelhammertime via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/19
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“The host is consistent in his demeanor and annunciation, if he wasn’t from Southern California I would think he is medicated. The podcast consists of strikeouts and homeruns, mr scales doesn’t swing and mess with his guests then I just typically a homerun. I have to admit The weakness of the show...”Read full review »
Duty now for the future via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/19
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