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
Land pop-ups are a big, fat lie (well, kinda)
This week’s popup is poppin’ off. We’re calling BS on the myth that dry land pop-ups are the key to getting better at surfing. Sure, they build strength—but if you’re wondering why your living room p…
Bad waves are good for you—pinky swear
Not every session can be glassy and perfect—and that’s actually a good thing. In this episode, we dig into why “bad” waves might be exactly what you need to level up as a surfer. From building your p…
Be a mermaid, not a koala: Secrets behind the best turtle rolls to get through the whitewash
Getting worked in the whitewash? Struggling to get your board out back without doing the underwater rodeo? In this episode, we’re talking turtle rolls—what they are, when to use them, and how not to …
Wax on, wax off—and why it belongs on OnlyFans
Wax: the unsung hero of surfing. In this episode, we dive into its gritty history—from ancient Hawaiian boards slicked with kukui nut oil to grape-scented Waxmate and beyond. Can you use too much wax…
Waikiki is the best surf spot for beginner—happy to fight you on it
Today, we’re heading to the birthplace of modern surfing—Waikiki, Hawai’i. We’re talking long, rolling waves, Duke Kahanamoku, reef breaks that feel like point breaks, and why Waikiki is the absolute…
To pee or not to pee in a wetsuit—how is this even still a question
Today we’re diving into one of the most controversial (and surprisingly divisive) topics in surfing: peeing in your wetsuit. Is it gross? Is it glorious? Is it actually bad for your wetsuit—or just f…
Point Break—the wave, the movie, the myth
It looks like a point break. It feels like a point break. But is it actually a point break?
In this episode, we dive into the surf science of point breaks—what they are, why they matter, and how they…
Three pop-up methods and why none of them work for beginner surfers
Ever struggled with your pop-up technique? Welcome to the club. This week, we're diving into the three infamous pop-up methods: the Two-Step (or Step-Up), the Chicken Wing, and the Explosive Pop-up—b…
Why surfing in California ruined me for the UK (and how it all got out of hand)
This week, I finally do what I should’ve done from day one: introduce myself (hi, I’m your host, Zuz). But not with a bio. I can't stand bios. Instead, I take you on the road trip that got me into su…
Word of the week: Kooksplaining (because of course it is)
You’re paddling out, minding your own business, and then—bam—you get hit with a “friendly tip” you didn’t ask for. Sound familiar?
In this episode, we dive into the world of kooksplaining—when someon…
Baby daughter abandoner Agatha Christie surfs Waikiki
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Agatha Christie—yes, the murder mystery queen—ditched dreary England, left her toddler with the family, and went chasing waves around the world in 1922. And guess wha…
Popoyo 101: your beginners (and beyond) guide to Nicaragua’s surf number one surf spot
Thinking about heading to Popoyo but not sure where to start? We got you. In this episode, we break down everything a beginner surfer needs to know about Nicaragua’s not-so-secret surf haven—from the…
Insider tips on redesigning your life around surfing (without going broke)
You see all these Girls Who Can’t Surf Good living their best surf lives—Indonesia, Hawaii, Mexico, back-to-back surf trips—and you start to wonder… how are they doing this?! Is everyone rich? Funemp…
Before the foamies: The ancient Olo board, naked surfing & human sacrifice
There is this boy I’m obsessed with. I mean—a board. There’s a board I’m obsessed with. But its name does sound like a Swedish boy’s name—Olo.
Today, we’re using the Olo—the ancient Hawaiian surfboar…
The pop-up: A mindduck in motion
You know what a pop-up is—because you struggle with it. It’s like a hangover before the buzz, an unfair, annoying barrier between you and the joy of riding waves. Why is it so hard? Because the more …
Why does surfing hate me?
You had a disastrous surf session. Wave count: zero. Your frustration is peaking, and you’re this close to swearing off surfing forever. Congratulations—it's official. You're in a surf funk.
But why …
Hey dude, where do I get my surfing license?
So you’ve paddled out, lined up for a wave, and now you’re wondering… Do I yell ‘Cowabunga’ when I drop in?
Surf etiquette is weird, unspoken, and sometimes aggressively enforced—but don’t worry, we’…
How religion almost killed surfing
Surfing is a badass. No one puts surfing in a corner. Certainly not religion. But it came close. Once upon a time, surfing was more than a sport—it was sacred, powerful, and woven into Hawaiian cult…
The 25 best beginner surf breaks for 2025
Planning a surf trip? 🌊 We’ve got you.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the 25 best beginner surf spots for 2025, handpicked by Girls Who Can’t Surf Good, the world’s largest beginner surf crew.
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The worst thing that can happen to you in the surf (it's not what you think)
Flying surfboards? New hip? Diarrhea?! 😳
Surfing looks effortless—but let’s be real, the ocean doesn’t always play nice. From kayak collisions to pop-up failures, this episode dives into the absolute…