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Vast Lives : Beyond the Waves
Vast: Lives is a podcast that delves into the lives of the diverse ambassadors representing the Vast surf lifestyle brand. This podcast goes beyond the waves, exploring the passions, challenges, and stories of these individuals, showcasing their lives outside of surfing and their deep connection to the ocean.
Each episode features a different ambassador, offering a unique perspective on their journey. Listeners will gain insights into their personal lives, their motivations for pursuing surfing, and their commitment to ocean conservation. The podcast aims to inspire and connect with audiences by highlighting the human stories behind the brand and fostering a sense of community among surf enthusiasts.
Key Features:
- Intimate Interviews: The podcast features in-depth conversations with Vast ambassadors, allowing them to share their personal stories, experiences, and perspectives on life.
- Diverse Perspectives: The podcast showcases a range of ambassadors from different backgrounds, ages, and walks of life, providing a diverse and engaging listening experience.
- Beyond the Surf: The podcast goes beyond the typical surf content, exploring the ambassadors’ passions, hobbies, and interests outside of surfing.
- Ocean Conservation: The podcast highlights the ambassadors’ commitment to ocean conservation and their efforts to protect the environment.
- Inspiring Stories: The podcast shares inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and passion, motivating listeners to pursue their own dreams.
Target Audience:
- Surf Enthusiasts: Individuals who are passionate about surfing and want to learn more about the lives of professional surfers.
- Ocean Lovers: People who care about the ocean and are interested in learning about conservation efforts.
- Lifestyle Brand Fans: Individuals who are interested in the Vast brand and want to connect with its ambassadors.
- Anyone Seeking Inspiration: People who are looking for stories of resilience, determination, and passion.
Overall, Vast Lives is a podcast that offers a unique and engaging look into the lives of the people behind the Vast surf lifestyle brand. It’s a podcast that celebrates the human spirit, the love for the ocean, and the power of community.
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Recent Episodes
S1E53 Takayuki Wakita | Fairy of the Wind — Pipeline, Legacy & the Ocean's Lessons
Some people earn a place in the water. Takayuki Wakita earned a reef.Born and raised on the Shonan coastline in Kanagawa, Japan, Takayuki grew up treating the ocean as his backyard — swimming through…
S1E52 Wishulada Bangkok | Art, Waste & the Soul of Thailand. Part 1.
In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Wishulada — social activist artist and creative force based in Nonthaburi, Thailand — whose extraordinary work transforms discarded waste materials…
S1E51 Ancestors in Progress — On Joy, Identity & the Art of Being African
In this episode of the Vastlife Podcast, we sit down with Tapiwa — a man who is genuinely difficult to put in a box, and who would prefer it that way. Originally from Zimbabwe and rooted in Cape Town…
S1E50 Atsushi | From Tokyo Salary Man to Surf Shack Danang
In this episode of the Vastlife Podcast, Steve sits down with Atsushi — a longboarder shaped by movement, curiosity, and a refusal to settle.Raised in the coastal town of Shiratsuka in Kanagawa, his…
S1E49 UG Seitei Pt 1 | From Burnout to Bali — From Depression to Freedom
In this episode of the Vastlife Podcast, Steve sits down with UG in his coastal studio in Chigasaki, Japan — a quiet, considered space that reflects a life rebuilt with intention.Raised on the remote…
S1E47 Pick up trash - start a community - Frank Solomon
Frank Solomon is a disruptor. Starting his journey out as a professional surfer Frank quickly found his resolve in doing what matters most to him. Community leader, humanitarian and sustainability…
S1E48 Earth House Bangkok | Samantha's Story of Roots, Rebellion & Plant-Based Living
In this episode, Steve sits down with Samantha — the sole owner of Earth House, one of Bangkok's most enchanting plant-based restaurants. Hidden away behind a towering mango tree and lush vines,…
S1E46 No trends. No chasing. Just authenticity. Sho Watanabe.
Sho is a one of a kind human being. His goal is to remain as low key as possible. Our conversation was in downtown Yokohama, Japan. Sho's studio is hidden in the shadows, blink and you will miss it.…
S1E45 A new surf industry - Barton Lynch
Barton and Steve sit down for a candid conversation on the state of surfing. Filmed in 2024 at Barton’s home on Sunset Beach, the discussion reads today almost like a forecast — a reflection on an…
S1E44 Drifting, Basketball, Surfing to becoming a farming Barista. Yudai Kosuga
Yudai is one of those individuals where you feel an immediate presence. An aura of warmth and kindness.In this episode Steve and Yudai meet up at his popular little coffee shop in Chigasaki Japan. A…
S1E43 Africa's oldest female Surfer - Bernie Shelly
Bernie Shelly is no stranger to the South african surfing community. Bernie has been surfing for half a century. 5O years of wave riding, while navigating family life, motherhood whilst majoring in…
S1E42 Reinventing an Ancient Japanese Craft - Indigo by Reita Moriya
Steve and Reita discuss his early years doing his best to help his ageing father whilst realising that only later in life he would get to follow his true passion. Not only did he pursue what he loved…
S1E42 Reinventing an Ancient Japanese Craft - Indigo by Reita Moriya
Steve and Reita discuss his early years doing his best to help his ageing father whilst realising that only later in life he would get to follow his true passion. Not only did he pursue what he loved…
S1E41 A restaurant made from waste materials - Hanoi Vietnam
On a sunny afternoon in downtown Hanoi ,Vietnam over 8 million people go about their daily routine. Many of which do not think about the long term impact that trash , pollution and miss managed waste…
S1E40 Fingerboarding changed my life - Crunky
Stanley Toledo aka Crunky and Steve create a podcast space in central Osaka. Shot on location outside a busy ABC mart where an ironic twist of Crunkys past as a counterculture street clothing and…
S1E39 Protector of Nature North West Vietnam - Giang Truong Le
Nestled high in the North West region of Vietnam is a small village called Ta’Van. Here you will find three different ethnic groups of Vietnamese people living in harmony. In this episode Steve…
S1E38 Night School, Surf Dreams & Hard work: The Unlikely Journey of Shinji Dog
In this episode, Steve is in Osaka with Shinji Mizuno aka Shinji Dog.Shinji meets Steve at a local coffee shop that has been run my the same lady for over 50 years. After a traditional breakfast of…
S1E37 Everyone is a Creative - YOSHE
Josh and Steve unpack the creative process of being.Josh is an Artist, Musician and Actor.This conversation is an inquiry into that center :What anchors us when ideas spiral?What gives direction to…
S1E36 Ryu — Art, Freedom, and the Weight of Choice
In this episode Steve and Ryu sit outside his gallery in Chigasaki, Japan. Chigasaki is a coastal town with a strong surf scene. Ryu spent his youth grappling with his own identity before realising…
S1E35 Cape Town style Master - Paul Van Der Spuy
Steve and Paul Van Der Spuy founder of HOM sit down to discuss his creative journey.Paul is a Tour de Force when it comes to social notoriety. A face that most Cape Tonians know well. Oftentimes Paul…
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Vast Lives has published 53 episodes since July 2024, covering topics in Sports.
Vast Lives is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 41m.
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