Vast Lives

Vast Lives

Vast Lives

Episodes 42
Avg. Duration 42m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jul 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
65%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

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

S1E42 Reinventing an Ancient Japanese Craft - Indigo by Reita Moriya

Mar 03, 2026 22m

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

Feb 26, 2026 13m

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

Feb 10, 2026 28m

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

Jan 27, 2026 45m

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

Jan 11, 2026 46m

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

Dec 15, 2025 26m

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

Nov 29, 2025 54m

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

Nov 15, 2025 41m

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

Nov 05, 2025 47m

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…

S1E34 One trip that changed everything - Kerry Lu

Oct 17, 2025 32m

Episode 34 - Steve and Kerry Lu discuss fashion, surfing and big dreams about changing the world. Kerry Lu is logistics and marketing manager at Vast. HQ in Taipei. Kerry is an avid runner but his…

S1E33 Backyard to Table - Cape Town's Pizza Shed

Oct 04, 2025 35m

In this episode of the Vast Lives Podcast, Steve is in Cape Town South Africa with James Williams.Cape Town has recently grown in its global culinary stature with many world class chefs calling the…

S1E32 Wake Surfing & Brewing Coffee.

Sep 20, 2025 27m

Shirley Lee and Steve discuss life & leisure in bustling Taipei. Shirley is an entrepreneur as well as an accomplished water sports athlete. Wake surfing is gaining popularity in Taiwan and…

S1E31 23 00 Miles Cycling & Surfing around Africa

Sep 13, 2025 39m

Lesther & Stefanie, Episode 31 It was a Saturday afternoon when Steve caught sight of Lesther and Stefanie cycling the Garden route on South Africa's east coast. What caught Steve's attention was…

S1E30 Hawaii & Taiwan more than a cultural connection. The Parrish family.

Sep 05, 2025 47m

In this episode Steve is in Taiwan with Duggar and camie Parrish. Parents to Noa and Keanu who both have strong connections with the Vast. community.Duggar was born in California and raised on Oahu,…

S1E29 Rasta Big Wave Rider - Cassiem Collier

Aug 22, 2025 52m

Cassiem Collier, is a leader and elder in the Muizenberg Cape Town Surfing community.Banner Image Credit : Nic BothmaIn this episode 29 of the Vast Lives podcast.Steve and Cass sit down for a cup of…

S1E28 Learn to Surf before you Swim

Aug 08, 2025 28m

Vast Lives episode 28 with Wang Qwei also affectionately known as Queeny by her peers. Steve and Queeny discuss her role in the local surfing community but most notably her versatility and drive…

S1E27 Africa's last Hippie - Bruce Gold

Jul 25, 2025 44m

In this episode, Steve travels to the infamous Jeffreys Bay, South Africa—otherwise known as J-Bay—considered by the global surf community to be one of the finest right-hand point breaks in the…

S1E26 Hawaii to Taiwan Shaping the future of surfing in Asia

Jul 11, 2025 58m

In this episode Steve chats to Keith Kajioka, founder of Formosa Surfboards. Growing up in a middle-class neighborhood Keith opened up about his family challenges. Keith's experiences resonated with…

S1E25 The Healing Power of Music and Nature : Rima Zeidan's Inspiring Story

Jun 27, 2025 37m

In this episode, Steve sat down with the talented and multifaceted artist Rima. They quickly built rapport around their joint appreciation for the natural beauty of coastal Taiwan. These places are…

S1E24 Taipei Surf, Street, and the Entrepreneurial Spirit

Jun 15, 2025 26m

In this episode, Steve meets Mick Yu Tsang Chou — founder, shopkeeper, and unlikely surf evangelist — whose boutique surf shop quietly anchors a growing community on the fringes of Taipei’s…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Vast Lives have?

Vast Lives has published 42 episodes since July 2024, covering topics in Sports.

Is Vast Lives still active?

Vast Lives is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 42m.

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