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• EP 98 | The HIDDEN Rule I Wish I Knew SOONER | Pinch My Salt

  EP 98 | Want to Do Airs? Start Here. | Pinch My SaltEver wondered how surfers actually learn to do airs? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Sterling Spencer breaks down the real secret to surf aerials — and it’s NOT what most surf coaches tell you. We talk about the right way to start learning airs, why speed matters more than technique, how skating barefoot helps progression, and the biggest mistakes surfers make when trying to boost.This episode quickly turns into a hilarious deep dive into surf culture, longboarding vs shortboarding, knee-paddling, core-lords, kook behavior, surf school problems, Black Belt Surf System, conspiracy theory spirals, OnlyFans culture (yeah… it goes there), and the behind-the-scenes reality of surf sponsorships, brands, and “core vs sellout” debates.If you love surf progression tips, surf comedy, Sterling Spencer stories, and real conversations about surfing, life, and culture — this one’s for you.🔥 In This Episode:The surprising way to actually learn surf airsWhy SPEED is the key to going airborneBarefoot skate + quarterpipe drill that unlocks airsKnee-paddling: core or kook?Longboard gliders, hang tens & surf ego checksThe truth about surf sponsorships, brands & "core" cultureHow algorithms are frying our brainsWhy “self-taught” might be the funniest surf insult everIf you're into surfing, longboarding, airs, surf tips, surf progression, surf culture, comedy podcasts, Florida surf, Gulf Coast surfing, or you just want a good laugh — hit play and join the Pinchers!surf airs, how to do airs surfing, surf aerials, learn surf airs, surfing tips, how to go airborne surfing, surf progression, surfing for beginners, Sterling Spencer podcast, Pinch My Salt podcast, surf comedy, Florida surfing, longboard vs shortboard, surf training tips, surf technique, how to improve surfing, learn to surf, surfer podcast, core surf culture, Gulf Coast surfing, surf humor#surfing #surftips #surfculture #pinchmysalt #sterlingspencer #surfairs #aerialsurfing #surfpodcast #surfprogression #longboarding #shortboarding #surferlife #gulfcoastsurfing #comedy #podcast

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• EP 97 | Halloween Special: Kelly Slater, Laird Hamilton & Surf’s Scariest Stories | Pinch My Salt

  Happy Halloween from Pinch My Salt—the surf-comedy podcast with Sterling Spencer & Cousin Ryan. Tonight we summon North Shore myths, Pipeline nightmares, Santa Cruz sketchiness, church hell-house stories, and the eternal debate: is gatekeeping surfing good for the culture or a kook move? We roast foilboarders, praise core lords, confess to bowling with Australians, and ask why the scariest waves make us feel the most alive. If you love surf history, wipeouts, haunted swells, Kelly Slater & Laird Hamilton lore, Hawaii surf culture, Pete & Pete nostalgia, and ridiculous Halloween bits, this one’s for you. Hit LIKE, drop a 👻 in the comments, and share with a friend who still pushes mongo. Aloha & stay spooky. 🤙Subscribe for more surf comedy + core-lord wisdom.#PinchMySalt #SurfPodcast #SurfComedy #CoreLord #HalloweenEpisode #KellySlater #LairdHamilton #NorthShore #Pipeline #SantaCruz #SurfCulture #HauntedLineup #SurfHorror #Wipeouts #HawaiiSurf #FloridaSurf #Gatekeeping #SoftTopWars #Foilboard #YouKnowDaRulez #SterlingSpencer #CousinRyan #SurfLegends #comedypodcasts Pinch My Salt, surf podcast, surf comedy, Core Lord, Halloween surf, Kelly Slater, Laird Hamilton, North Shore, Pipeline, Santa Cruz, haunted lineup, surf horror stories, Hawaii surfing, Florida surfing, Sterling Spencer, Cousin Ryan, soft top vs hard board, foilboard jokes, gatekeeping surfing, surf culture 2025, funny surf stories, beach comedy, spooky surf, viral surf clip, Halloween special

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• EP 96 | Are Gen Z Surfers Ruining Surfing or SAVING It? | Pinch My Salt

  Your new wardrobe awaits! Get $10 off@chubbies with the code: SALTY at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/SALTY #chubbiespodSterling Spencer finally apologizes to Gen Z surfers — but blames the algorithm. In this hilarious and brutally honest Pinch My Salt Podcast episode, Sterling and Cousin Ryan dive deep into the battle between core vs zesty surfing, authentic surf culture vs algorithm chasing, and the rise of Gen Z surfers doing it for the clip instead of the wave. From Sterling’s viral “Sorry Gen Z” song to full-blown discussions on surfing’s soul, vaping surfers, skate park clout, surf industry grifters, and why exposure doesn’t pay the bills, this one’s a must-watch for every surfer who’s ever wondered: is surfing still about the ocean—or the algorithm?The boys also talk skimboarding fails, dad life lessons, gratitude, core surf legends like Joel Tudor, and how social media is mutating the next generation of surfers. Raw, funny, and painfully true, this episode captures the heart of what’s happening to surfing in 2025.👉 Watch till the end for deep laughs, surf wisdom, and a reminder: Don’t lose your soul to the scroll.#Surfing #SurfPodcast #SterlingSpencer #PinchMySalt #CoreVsZesty #GenZSurfers #SurfCulture #Algorithm #SurfComedy #SurfingLife #WestPeak #SurfingSalvation #SurfingPodcast #SurfHumor #SurfingToday

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• EP 95 | The Surf Tip That Makes You Better! | Pinch My Salt

  What if one simple surf tip could completely change the way you surf? In this episode of Pinch My Salt, Pro Surfer Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan break down the one board tweak and mindset shift that instantly improves your style, flow, and rail control.We’re talking about learning to surf smarter, not harder — ditching bad habits, losing the tail pad, feeling your rails again, and reconnecting to what surfing’s all about. Whether you’re riding a Firewire, Channel Islands, or some hipster fish you found on Craigslist, this episode dives into what actually helps you surf better not just look cool on the beach.If you’ve ever felt stuck, plateaued, or wondered why your board doesn’t feel right, this is your surf reset moment. 🏄‍♂️👉 Topics we cover:The one change that instantly improves your surfingWhy tail pads might be holding you backThe truth about hipster boards and overpriced surf hypeHow to feel your rail and unlock style & flowSterling’s surf belt system (white belt to black belt)Pro surfer stories from Channel Islands, Firewire, and the underground shapersWhat the best surfers in the world actually do differentlyWhether you’re a beginner learning how to surf or a seasoned local chasing progression, this episode will help you find that spark again!#SurfTips #SurfingPodcast #SurfingProgression #PinchMySalt #SterlingSpencer #SurfHack #SurfBetter #SurfTraining #Surfboards #SurfingTechnique #CoreLord #SurfVibes #SurferLife #LearnToSurf #SurfingJoyJitsu #SurfingComedy #SurfingPodcast #FloridaSurf #HawaiiSurf #SurfCulture

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• EP 94 | Gen Z vs. CORE LORD! | Pinch My Salt

  Surf beef, soft-tops, and the hottest gossip in surfing! all in one episode. Sterling Spencer and Cousin Ryan break down a spicy Huntington vs North Shore incident, Lower Trestles madness, Gerry Lopez still styling at 75, finger-flip airs (skate tricks in the water!), and the true origin story of the thruster (Simon Anderson, we salute you). We tour Billabong House lore, Andy’s board stash, groms in stand-up pits, and why lineup etiquette still matters. Plus: quads vs thrusters, boogie-board respect, hurricane missions on Tom Curren’s Black Beauty, and whether the “right board” gets too much credit.If you love surfing, skate culture, and comedy podcasts (with a side of chaos), you’re home. Smash LIKE, drop a COMMENT (team twin, thruster, or quad?), and SUBSCRIBE for weekly surf-comedy deep dives, Core Lord vs Soft-Top debates, and clips from around the world.#surf #surfpodcast #surfculture #surfingcomedy #skateboarding #skateculture #longboarding #shortboard #softtop #corelord #lowerstrestles #northshore #huntingtonbeach #gerrylopez #thruster #simonanderson #andyirons #groms #kellyslater #boogieboardFuel of the pod: West Peak. Get 20% off at drinkwestpeak.com with code PINCHMYSALT — delivered to your door.

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