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 personal friend, and writer for the American Crime TV series, Mayans M.C. Sara interviews Vanessa Joy Smith, the Director of Photography for Mayans, and Vanessa opens up about her unique perspective as a female in a male dominated industry in Hollywood. She also shares her journey with 16+ years of sobriety, traveling through Thailand and finding Buddhism. 

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 took a stand for her health at age 25, and has been taking a stand for others ever since. Her latest project is a space she created in her garage for her local community to train and learn, because health is a human right, and everyone deserves the chance to understand how to take care of their...

In this episode we go deep into mental health, specifically Zee's journey with an eating disorder. She shares her lowest lows, and how she emerged on the other side after finding surfing and making a deep connection with the ocean as her muse. Zee's story is one of self discovery, perseverance and leaning into her own power as a woman to take control of her life again. Please share this story with anyone who may be struggling too. 

Becky is first generation Cuban living in Encinitas, CA. She's an action sports attorney, and the Executive Director of Changing Tides Foundation. She shares her story of backpacking through Europe, and how her desire for an education through travel and adventure was born. Becky dives into the inspiration behind Changing Tides, also the topic of mental health and eco anxiety as she has traveling through 3rd world counties.

Soraya Simi is a documentary filmmaker, photographer, and writer who focuses on themes surrounding human resilience and the ocean. Soraya just returned from four months in Nazaré, Portugal, where she shared she was "deconstructing, and putting the pieces back together." Soraya recently suffered a tragic loss, that of her friend Angela Madsen, who was a 3x Paralympian, 14x Guinness Book of World Records holder, Marine Veteran & World Renowned ocean rower,

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 focused creative agency as well as SUPKids, an environmental education program for kids on SUP’s. She's also the co-founder of Wavemaker Collective, where social innovation & creativity meet the sea.

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 her recent breakout, how she has navigated the new single life and the move to a new city, and how surfing has helped support and heal her through these significant life changes. You can hear more of Laura by tuning into her podcast, Confessions of a...

Finn Ni Fhaolain from Ireland gives us a crash course in finances for our weekly 'wellness for waterwomen' tea talk. She talks about the hush hush mentality of talking about money in Ireland, and how she broke free and took a stand and created her own voice for this critical topic of wellness. As a female entrepreneur, she shares tangible tips such as her favorite youtube channel for learning, must have books to read in 2021 and how she created a private Whatsapp community for women investors. 

Katie Falkenberg joins us from Jacksonville, Oregon in between her journalism projects, capturing beautiful photography and fly fishing with her female crew on the river. Katie previously worked for the Los Angeles Times as a photographer and journalist, and is now an independent photographer and filmmaker with a passion for telling stories at the intersection of environmental conservation and outdoor adventures. Her mission is to bring awareness, spark interest and create change where needed.

Today’s episode is a live recording with my friend Ame Flournoy. Ame talks about finding an unexpected yet fulfilling community service opportunity. Each week she works with a team of people to refill their local community fridge for people in need. She talks about having to step away from her beloved fitness community due to COVID, but how serving those in need has brought her a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude.

Tanasia Swift, Community Reef Manager with Billion Oyster Project joins us to talk about a very vibrant and active water community in New York City. With a lofty goal to restore the shore with a billion oysters and rebuild this ecosystem, Tanasia is connecting with kids and local communities to educate and inspire beyond words.

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.

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 each category, and where I've fallen short. 

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 about our fear of strangers, our quick decisions to judge them, and as a result, why we may be missing out on the social and psychological benefits. 

April is a photographer, environmentalist, storyteller and diver. Her diverse experience and passion for the planet comes to life in her photography and writing. Growing up around the logging and fishing industries, she stepped away from her home and later developed a very different relationship with the ocean and her backyard. Sometimes it takes stepping away to discover what was there all along.

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 connected with water, and reap the mental and physical benefits for your mind and body. From increasing circulation to lowering inflammation, not to mention all of the mental health benefits. Join me and the Wild Swimming movement around the world!

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 breadcrumbs! Tune into this quick 5 minute video from me to learn what this means for you going forward, and how you can stay engaged with our podcast community from afar! 

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 travel brand called Occupation Wild in 2018, and is a successful podcast host. She shares her journey with being “sober-curious," how her friendships have changed, lifestyle habits improved, and navigating mental health along the way.

Jordan is what I would describe as an Extroverted Introvert. 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 face, a symbol that she's running and speaking up for MMIW, an epidemic being ignored involving missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW). She leverages her running platform to help raise awareness and bring justice to MMIW and their families.

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. 

Protect Pine Mountain / Reyes Peak: Sacred Chumash land and diverse wildlife being threatened by logging initiative. Keeping language and Chumash traditions alive, a daily practice Microagression and racism At 5 years old, she thought she wouldn’t live to see 16 A survival story: "I want to be alive." Healing from sexual assault Poetry as a form of therapy

This conversation with Rhonda Harper and Dr. Cassie Comley is by far the most critical conversation I've had on the Salted Spirit Podcast. Rhonda and Cassie share firsthand stories of  racism, threats of violence and even threats of death solely based on the way they look. They also shine a critical spotlight on the sport of surfing and the racism and injustices that exists in a sport so many of us love and mindlessly enjoy without conflict every day.

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 this body can DO - not to see what it can look like." Prior to 2015, Kanoa says she hadn't even taken a nature walk, and certainly only day dreamed about surfing because she never saw women like her in the water. She took the leap after a major medical...

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 session addressing different topics to tackle while we are all home, all inspired by mother ocean.