The Wipeout Weekly
To pee or not to pee in a wetsuit? Where can I find a beginner surf break? Should I wax my foamie? What on earth is the Olo? We're here to answer your questions.
The Wipeout Weekly is the world's one and only daily surfing podcast for beginners, wannabe surfers and seasoned wipeout enthusiasts. Powered by Girls Who Can't Surf Good, but boys can listen to.
We cover stories about getting started surfing, surf etiquette, reading surf conditions, beginner surf spots, must-know surf facts and lingo, first-hand recommendations, and more.
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 180
- Years Active
- 2025
Conversation: Can I be honest with you? Surfing once a week isn’t good enough with Kyla Peterson
It's time to face some uncomfortable truths. But don't you worry! Kyla Peterson—surf coach and fearless leader at Oceanside Pier’s Surfin Fire Surf School has your back.
In today’s episode, Kyla shar…
Word of the week: Shaka
This week, we throw a shaka to the shaka itself. From a sugar mill accident in early 1900s Hawai‘i to a universal symbol of good vibes in the lineup, we trace the history of surfing’s favorite hand s…
The first woman in space...sorry, surf
When Matt Warshaw mentioned there were no girls in the Venice Beach lineup in 1969, it sent us down a wave-chasing, goddess-worshipping, surf-history rabbit hole. From the naked surf duels of ancient…
Beginner surfing in Tamarindo: What to know before you go
Tamarindo is one of the most popular beginner surf destinations in Costa Rica—for good reason. Year-round waves, bathwater-warm temps, and a town built for beach life? Say less. But it’s not all pura…
70 pounds, one wavestorm, and a whole new life: Kristy's story
This Friday, we meet Kristy Barone—a self-proclaimed late bloomer who didn’t see the ocean until her 30s and now shreds Rockaway Beach like she was born on a board. In this episode, Kristy shares how…
To surf buddy or not to surf buddy
Is having a surf buddy the secret to surfing success—or just a recipe for compromise? In this episode, we dive into the joys and occasional chaos of surfing with a buddy. Spoiler: mine’s my husband, …
Weekly pop-up drama: Go on, blame your tools
Think your pop-up problems are all your fault? Think again. In this week’s pop-up episode, we’re shifting the blame (lovingly) to your gear. From too-tight wetsuits to wobbly foamies, we break down h…
Conversation: Surfing with Oprah—and why you shouldn't go on a surf retreat if you're already happy with Nikki Nie
Surfing with Oprah Winfrey? Not quite—but close enough. 😊 It’s our first-ever weekly guest episode! 🎉 And we’re kicking things off with Nikki Nie—a SoCal surfer, dancer-turned-yogini, and surf retrea…
What is a surf retreat (and is it for you)
What is a surf retreat—and is it for you? In today’s episode, we unpack the rise of the structured surf vacation: part wellness, part wave-catching, and sometimes a little woo-woo. From Agatha Christ…
How the fin "saved" surfing—thanks to Clark Gable's stunt double
No wax, no grip, no fins—and still riding big Hawaiian waves? Ancient surfers were built different. But thankfully for the rest of us, Tom Blake came along in 1935 and tore a keel off a speedboat to …
European beginner surf paradise: Baleal Beach, Portugal
Let’s talk Portugal—specifically Baleal Beach, one of Europe’s most beginner-friendly surf zones. Just outside Peniche and about 1.5 hours from Lisbon, this mellow beach break has it all: consistent …
Surfing in Fiji—How an English surfer girl like Rachel became a whole new version of herself
Rachel didn’t grow up near the ocean. She didn’t even grow up around surfers. But one messy winter session in New Zealand flipped a switch—and before long, she’d traded city life for crystal-clear wa…
The Cloud Girl’s Guide to Waves—What waves are really up to
Waves. We read them, ride them, turtle roll through them — but how much do we actually know about them?
In the kickoff to our wave series, glider pilot turned surfer breaks down why waves are more th…
Eyes up: why looking forward changes everything in your pop-up
In this episode, we’re diving into a small but powerful surf habit that could change your entire pop-up: where you’re looking. From collapsing bodies to nose dives, we explore why looking down is sab…
How not to love your surfboard to death
Your board has a tiny ding. A crack. Something weird you can’t even describe. Do you panic? Take it to the surf shop? Try to fix it yourself with glitter and a YouTube video?
In this episode, we talk…
Where did all this stoke come from? (Not from my mouth!)
I consider myself a proficient surflingo user, dude. But I’m not sure I’ve ever actually said the word “stoke.” Until now. 😜
In this episode, I dig into the history of one of surfing’s most iconic—an…
Surfing started in Peru? LOL. Sure. Ok.
Beginner surfers on Reddit told me they don’t care about surf history. So naturally… I made an episode about it anyway. 😇
This week, we dive into the wild theory that surfing didn’t originate in Hawa…
Kuta Beach: Bali’s not-yet-totally-crowded beginner break
Kuta gets a bad rap, but here’s the truth: it’s still one of the best beginner surf spots in Southeast Asia.
In this episode, we break down why Kuta Beach is a chaotic, charming gem for new surfers. …
From broken ribs to Ballsy Charger: Girls Who Can't Surf Good's KC doesn't know how to quit
Welcome to the Girls Who Can't Surf Good stories. At 58, KC is a full-on surf addict—broken boards, bruised ribs, shark evacuations and all. In this episode, we share KC's wild, wonderful journey: f…
The Paipo rabbit hole: Surfing’s oldest speed machine (no pop-up required)
This was supposed to be the “Alaia and Paipo” episode… but then I fell deep into the Paipo rabbit hole, and I’m not ready to come out.
In this episode, we dive (prone-style) into the ancient world of…