178 - Tahiti Time!

This week, we’re coming to you from the beautiful Telo Islands at the Telo Beach House. The weather’s perfect, the beers are icy cold, and between fun surfs and banana pancakes we’ve pulled the mics out to bring you this week’s episode.Besides the finals in Fiji, this one is a dedication to the Clive Palmer Cup (for the biggest dickhead giving you the shits) and the Steve Irwin Salute (for those legends worthy of a double stiff-arm thumbs up). Live from Telo’s Beach House – surf trip vibes, crew banter, and RSL (Retired Skippers Lounge) chaos.The Clive Palmer Cup & Steve Irwin Salute – who deserves the spray, and who gets the love.Tahiti Pro Recap – huge win for Jack Robinson, Molly Picklum charging, and Filipe Toledo’s sideways thumbs.The Stat Check – Robbo’s undefeated finals streak (or is it?), and where the boys get their “facts” Looking Ahead to Fiji Finals – roundtable predictions from the whole crew on who takes the men’s and women’s titles.Expect plenty of laughs, some questionable stat-dropping, a bit of surf nerding out, and the kind of raw travel energy that only comes from being on the road with your mates.Hit play, crack a Cheeky Monkey, and enjoy the Telo Island vibes with us.Review and subscribe Flegends!

Its time for Tahiti!Join us in the Shedquarters for a dive into the final event before Cloudbreak. The final five is on the line, the forecast looks mint, so let’s fricken GO!Plus the hosts are over the rain in WA so we are heading to Indo.Board Store Wave of the Winter (WA version) is on, so get your entries in!Plus, as usual we have the Clive Cup and the Steve IrwinSalute.Jump in Flegends - the water is balmy!

In this epic live episode of Barrelled Surf Podcast, we post up at the iconic Yahoo Surfboards HQ for a roundtable with four of Western Australia's most respected surf pioneers and board craftsmen – Barry Young, Billy Gibson, Mark Hills, and Bob Monkman.This isn't just a trip down memory lane — it's a raw, insightful, and at times hilarious conversation about what it really means to grow up surfing in WA, the evolution of board shaping, and how the rugged coastline helped forge a unique surf culture that still pulses strong today.We dive deep into:Tales from the early days of surfing isolated breaksBoard building battles and the golden age of surfboard innovationLine-up etiquette, localism, and the unfiltered reality of West Oz surf lifeWhat’s changed — and what shouldn’t — in modern surf cultureJump in Flegends!

Recent guest Tom Desouza joins us for a deep dive!Tom's journalism career is marked by a deep commitment to uncovering powerful narratives. He has been recognized with three consecutive West Australian Media Awards and was a finalist for WA Journalist of the Year at just 23 years old. His work spans various platforms, including contributions to Stab Mag, where he covers surf culture, athlete profiles, and industry insights. storiesfromthescenicroute.comstabmag.comIn his personal project, Stories from the Scenic Route, Tom explores stories from remote regions of Australia, focusing on themes like recovery, resilience, and the beauty of solitude. Tom is an advocate for mental health and recovery. He openly shares his experiences with addiction and juvenile detention to inspire and educate others. All you really need to know is this: FLEGEND.

This week, Namu and Adzy get the low down on Margs 2025 from Stab Journalist, Cinematographer and Photog Tom Desouza.What was awesome, what was not - and why they suspended heats when mainbreak was going loony on the Wednesday after the mens round finished.Who's looking good for Cloudbreak and who has the breaks on?Jump in Flegends!

Day 1 was a ripper at Margs!The opening day presented groomed 4-6ft peaks at Mainbreak, and with the forecast looking variable, the WOZ got busy and ran a full 18 heats. Mens and Women's Round 1 in the books.Tbone and Namu got amongst it and bring you some interviews with the World's best, fresh from the steps at the iconic venue.Tuesday and Wenesday look to be the primo days in the waiting period, so take a listen as we prepare to see the CT go at it in the elmination rounds and beyond!Will we see Jack in the Box? Stay tuned Flegends!

Tbone and Namu catch up with Slab Hunter Ned Hart and his filmer Oscar James ahead of the soon to be sold out premiere of their new edit "Frost Bite".Filmed in frigid conditions in Ireland and Scotland, expect below sea level dredging barrels and some, quite frankly, horrific wipeouts.What were you doing at 18?Catch tickets for Frost Bite quickly, before they all go!

Wlecome back to Short Fast Lewd!Tbone and Namu discuss the 2026 WSL reveal, huge news in for the WCT!There is also the GC Pro, Fantasy picks and of course, the Clive Baby Cup and Steve Irwin Salute.Rip in Flegends!

In this episode, Adzy and Namu sit down with Leith Holtzman — a multi-talented creative who grew up in Bunbury, WA. From chasing waves with a camera to capturing stories through words, Leith has worn many hats: surf photographer, journalist, motocross enthusiast, and now, author.We dive into his journey through the lens and beyond, talking surf culture, storytelling, and the process behind writing his first book. A candid conversation from the shedquarters, full of insight, laughs, and salty stories.📷 Follow Leith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leithholtzman/

Jack's back!With the Blue Horizon tour around the corner, Jack joins Tbone to give some insight into the tensions between Kelly and AI around the time of filming, what to expect at the shows and some added tales for extra flavour!Jump in, the water is warm and of course, Blue (Horizon).