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Through the Glass Barrel: The Story of San Clemente Surf Artist Perry Faanes
A profile of surf artist Perry Faanes for The Inertia.
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San Clemente’s Anthony Maltese Wins 2025 Da Hui Backdoor Shootout SUP Division
I interviewed Anthony Maltese shortly after his historic win at Da Hui Backdoor Shootout for the San Clemente Times.
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Nat Segal Is a Filmmaker and Pro Skier; Her New Film Looks at Vulnerability in the Outdoors
An interview with professional skier and filmmaker Nat Segal about her recent film Mountain Joy for The Inertia.
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With Lift Ticket Prices Exorbitantly High, the Ski Industry Needs to Rethink Its Priorities
An op-ed about the issues facing the ski industry I wrote for The Inertia.
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When Dane Reynolds Opened a Surf Shop It Might Have Foreshadowed an Industry Revolution
An op-ed predicting potential shifts in the surf industry spurred by professional surfer Dane Reynold’s debut into owning and operating surf shops for The Inertia.
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After an Avalanche Took His Leg, Lifelong Skier Marian Veith Returns to the Mountains
I interviewed Marian Veith about making the docu-series New Boundaries and his return to the mountains following a freak ski accident for The Inertia.
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Why George Greenough Is Still Surfing’s Most Influential Figure
An op-ed about the perpetual influence of George Greenough published by The Inertia on his 82nd birthday.
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Meet Rachel Lord, a Shaper That Takes an Artist’s Approach to Making Surfboards
I profiled artist, surfer, and shaper Rachel Lord for The Inertia.
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Director Bob Campi and Writer Jim Kempton Discuss ‘The Shape of Things: The Dick Brewer Story’
I interviewed Bob Campi and Jim Kempton about the making of The Shape of Things: The Dick Brewer Story for The Inertia.
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Why the Abu Dhabi Longboard Classic (and Other Tour Events There) Doesn’t Work for Me
An op-ed detailing the issues with the WSL’s decision to host multiple stops of their Championship Tours at Surf Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for The Inertia.
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In a Tense Political Climate, Jeremy Jones Wants Us to Find Common Ground… Again
I interviewed Jeremy Jones about his film Purple Mountains: Live Free or Die for The Inertia.
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Pro Skier Caite Zeliff and Producer Josh Haskins Discuss the Future of Warren Miller Entertainment
I interviewed pro skier Caite Zeliff and producer Josh Haskins about their latest film, 75, for The Inertia.
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Baja Surf Club Celebrates Mexican Surfing Heritage With Upcoming 2025 Invitational
I interviewed the president of Baja Surf Club, Alfredo Ramirez, to hear more about the club's 60th anniversary Surf Invitational in San Miguel.
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Lakey Peterson Talks About Her Year Off Tour and Filming With Friend Morgan Maassen
I interviewed Lakey Peterson for The Inertia.
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John John Florence Wins World Title; Caity Simmers First Californian in 30 Years to Do the Same
I covered the 2024 Lexus WSL Finals, with photos and interviews, at Lower Trestles for The Inertia.
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Event Guide: Lexus WSL Finals at Lower Trestles
6-page event guide for the San Clemente Times.
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How Powder Mountain Plans to Become an Open Air Art Museum
Interview with Powder Mountain's creative director, Alex Zhang, for POWDER magazine.
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Analyzing Skier Noah Gaffney's Proclivity for Cliff Diving
I interviewed clinical psychologist Dr. Ken Carter and professional skier Noah Gaffney to figure out what draws people to chase activities that provide an adrenaline rush. Published by POWDER magazine.
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Terry Senate’s Surf Shop Is Gone, but His Legacy Lives On
Profile of iconic surfboard shaper Terry Senate written shortly after his shop closed in 2024 for the San Clemente Times.
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Matthias Giraud Dedicates World's First Ski BASE of Mont Blanc du Tacul to the Late Tof Henry
Feature article where I interviewed Matthias Giraud about his ski BASE jump off Mont Blanc du Tacul or POWDER magazine.
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James Niehues and Rad Smith on The Future of Hand-Painted Ski Maps
I interviewed artists James Niehues and Rad Smith for POWDER magazine.
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How Do Pro Skiers Make Money?
For POWDER magazine.
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Meet The Filmmaker Behind the Upcoming Documentary on Women’s Big-Wave Surfing
Full-length feature of Sachi Cunningham discussing her documentary SheChange for SURFER magazine.
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The Challenges of 'Secret Spots'
Op-ed for POWDER magazine.
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Fast Times At Red Bull High
Full-length feature with original photos for POWDER Magazine.
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Lynne Boyer Interview
I interviewed Lynne Boyer in 2024 for The Encyclopedia of Surfing.
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Winter Wondergrass Through The Kitchen Dwellers' Eyes
Feature covering Winter Wondergrass in Tahoe for POWDER.
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Another Peak: Reflections On A Ski Season Well Spent
I reflect on my first season living in Tahoe. Published by POWDER Magazine.
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Bobby Brown Talks Red Bull Cascade
I interviewed Bobby Brown ahead of his event Red Bull Cascade for POWDER Magazine.
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The Best Women’s Ski Jackets of 2024
I reviewed 14 women’s ski jackets for The Inertia over the course of the 23/24 winter season.
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American River Radamus Earns First World Cup Podium
World Cup event coverage for POWDER Magazine.
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Shirley Rogers
I interviewed surf photographer Shirley Rogers for the Encyclopedia of Surfing in 2024, not long after Rogers moved to Huntington Beach, California.
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Katie Burrell Tattooed Crew Members While Making 'Weak Layers'
I interviewed film director Katie Burrell and producers Jared Drake and Steven Siig about their feature film Weak Layers for POWDER magazine.
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Impact Zone: Ella Boyd Is In Harms Way
8-page spread in the print magazine The Surftime Journal.
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Lost In Tahoe Live- The Biggest Party Of The Year
For POWDER Magazine.
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5 Minutes With Simon Levalois-Bazer, One of Hossegor’s Best Young Surf Filmmakers
I interviewed surf filmmaker Simon Levalois-Bazer for The Inertia.
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Nate Tyler Talks Freesurfing, Family, Creating Sculptures, and Staying Sponsored
I interviewed freesurfer and artist Nate Tyler for The Inertia.
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Uluwatu: Rebirth at the Temple of the Last Stone
Published in The Surftime Journal.
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Despite a Slow Indonesian Surf Season, These Photos Prove Padang Padang Has Been On
I swam out and shot Padang Padang during an unusual Indonesian season. Published by The Inertia.
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Dana Goodyear of the Lost Hills Podcast on the Legend of Miki Dora and Malibu’s Dark Side
I interviewed American journalist and poet Dana Goodyear on Californian surf culture, Miki Dora’s legacy, and the dark side of Malibu.
Published by The Inertia.
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Matt George Discusses His New Book, His Surfing Life, and His Views on Surf Writing
I interviewed Matt George in Indonesia about his surfing philosophies, his journalism practices, and his views on the changing landscape of digital media.
Published by The Inertia.
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'A Bit of Grit': Underground Kiwi Filmmaker on the Less Glamorous Side of Surf Travel
I interviewed Isaac Chadwick about his experience filming in Simeulue for The Inertia.
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The Case for Surf Travel
Published by The Inertia.
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Surfing and Punk Rock: The Surprising Cultural Crossroads
Published by The Inertia.
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Who's Behind the Romanticization of the Surfing Life?
Published by The Inertia.
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Broken Boards, Remote Airstrips, and Taxi Mafias: An Ode to the Surf Travel Ordeal
Published by The Inertia.
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Why Do So Many Surfers Meet Untimely Deaths?
Published by The Inertia.
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Are You More Likely to Score on a Solo Surf Trip?
Published by The Inertia.
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Should We Idolize Professional Surfers?
Published by The Inertia.
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The Surprising (and Unsurprising) Links Between Surf and Skate Culture
Published by The Inertia.
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Opinion: Mandating Leashes in the Surf Won’t Lead to Safer Lineups
Published by The Inertia.
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Surfing and the Art of Understatement: What I've Learned From Talking With Surfers
Published by The Inertia.
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North Shore Doctor Clay Everline Discusses His Book, ‘Surf Survival’
I interviewed Dr. Clay Everline, an author of Surf Survival, co-founder of Waves of Health, and, of course, an extremely talented surfer, for The Inertia.
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The Case For Surf Travel During the 'Off' Season
Published by The Inertia.
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What Makes Surf Music, Surf Music?
I discussed surf music’s history and positioning within surf culture with surf historian and author Matt Warshaw and surf photographer and historian Brad Barrett.
Published by The Inertia.
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A Look at the San Diego Kneeboard Scene with Mikey Ratt, Owner of Pack Ratt Records
I interviewed Mikey Ratt for The Inertia.
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Inside the Mind of Surf Historian Matt Chojnacki
A profile I shot and wrote of Matt Chojnacki on the North Shore of Oahu.
Published by The Inertia.
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Bellyboarding, Handplanes, and Paipos: A Look at Fringe Surfing
I interviewed Steven Halpin, creator of Real Surfing Magazine, and Ryan Kleinert, who runs the Instagram account Fringe Surfers New England.
Published by The Inertia.
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Surfing World Mourns the Loss of Renowned Water Cinematographer Larry Haynes
Published by The Inertia.
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The Energy Surrounding the Billabong Pro Pipeline Was Still High as Ever
Event coverage for The Inertia.
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Pat Curren's Passing Begs the Question: Where Are Today's Surfing Rebels?
Published by The Inertia.
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Who's More Hardcore: Ski or Surf Bums?
Published by The Inertia.
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Parker Coffin Talks About His Recovery From the Wipeout That Nearly Killed Him
I interviewed Parker Coffin for The Inertia.
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The Glory and Chaos of the Eddie Aikau Invitational in Photos
Published by The Inertia.
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Where Do Drones Fit in the Surf Photography Hierarchy?
Published by The Inertia.
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A Photographic Tour of Waimea Bay When the Eddie Didn't Go
Photo essay published by The Inertia.
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Navigating the Ethics of Secret Spots
Published by The Inertia.
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Pipeline Has Been Firing Lately: 11 Photos From the Lineup to Prove It
Photo essay published by The Inertia.
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Mysto Surfers: Why Are We Often Drawn To Those With More Reserved Personalities?
Published by The Inertia.
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Soleil Errico, Harrison Roach Win Longboarding World Titles at Malibu
Event coverage for The Inertia.
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EOS Above the Roar: Vicki Williams (Flaxman)
I interviewed pioneering Malibu surfer Vicki Williams (formally Vicki Flaxman) for the Encyclopedia of Surfing in 2022. Williams was 90.
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Nostalgia and Tradition Are Core to Surfing, But Don't Let That Ruin Your Experience Now
Published by The Inertia.
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Code Red in Town: Another Look at Honolulu's Best Summer Swell
Photo essay published by The Inertia.
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Maine Calling: New Thought: Current Beliefs In Mind-Driven Healing Trace to Maine Spiritual Thinker Phineas Quimby
Produced show for Maine Public Media.
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Surfing Is Enjoyable, Not Pleasurable--Here's the Difference
Published by The Inertia.
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On Passion and Pushing Limits: The Late Dick Brewer Provided Us Many Life Lessons
Published by The Inertia.
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Surf Cams Might Be Secretly Ruining Your Session
Published by The Inertia.
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Are Surfers Creatives or are Creatives Just Drawn to Surfing?
Published by The Inertia.
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Brigid Lally Is a Surf Photographer Finding Beauty in the Process
I profiled California-based surf photographer Brigid Lally for The Inertia.
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How A Baja Surf Trip Can Lead to Questioning Life's Purpose
Photos and story published by The Inertia.
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An Ode to Analog Surf Photography With John Hook
I profiled North Shore surf photographer John Hook for The Inertia.
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As Psychedelics Are Normalized, Should We Look at Surfing's Experimental Past Differently?
Published by The Inertia.
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A Love Letter to Maine and Its Raw Winter Surfing
Published by The Inertia.
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Maine Calling: Rock Climbing
Produced show for Maine Public Media.