Bro if you have a Lebanon stamp in your passport you won't get into Israel and vice versa. Better do one now cuz you won't get the other for like 10 years after.
This was my favorite ep so far Mark! I've never surfed but was captivated by Ben's stories, thanks for bringing these high quality conversations week after week!
"The 7 Seas" was a phrase long before the oceans of the world were known to people. Now it refers to the 7 oceanic bodies of water: Arctic, N Atlantic, S Atlantic, Indian, N Pacific, S Pacific, & Southern (Antarctic) Ocean.
Localism is basically just being proud and protective simultaneously, if the spot is being disrespected or threatened then it should be defended or protected. Regulators gonna regulate . 🫨
I stared surfing 5 years ago and have been able to surf 3-5 months, 5times a week, every year since. I travel to surf and work to afford my next surf trip. It’s awesome hearing about the sport from y’all, great podcast! One thing that you guys didn’t really address was the beauty and fun of sitting in the water and just watching waves come to you. Being able to predict where the peak will be, just being able to understand that moment of the ocean. Seeing a wave hidden behind a closer wave and being the only one to paddle farther out because you are the one most in sync with the water and seeing a bunch of kooks confused and then getting caught inside the big set waves or ridding that wave because you saw it way early. Just feels good to KNOW and FEEL the ocean you know 😅
Wow such a sick collab I discovered Mark & Ben Gravy almost simultaneously pre pandemic. Shoutout to Ben for drawing me out to surf more during Covid era and Mark making me laugh when he opens up for Schulz!
You both have a really nice vibe about you. I enjoyed your perspective on the yearning for the thrill of next beach or surf spot, Ben. Be safe. Be well. 🌺🤙🏽🌊💃🏻
I fund you guys through Ben. Didn't know who Andrew was until he was on Ben's pod. Got into Flagrant and then Camp Gagnon. You guys are all epic peeps. Like the saying goes Surfing sucks don't start
Was waiting on this one, been sick watching Bens come up from when he had only afew thousand views to seeing his boards over here in my surf shop in Australia. Great ambassador for the sport, seeing Andrew and crew on some of the vlogs I knew this only a matter of time. Been cool watching the shaltzy and crew come up too, one of the few new comedians that actually does this! Bens coming for his spot though after that SUP/stand up joke!
Hilarious that @bengravy is talking about Seaside. I live close. The waves are very consistent, and good. Those guys will be punching air if they see this. Hahaha
I was a obsessed with skating and wakeboarding growing up . Went to CO to snowboard almost every winter , but I’m terrified of sharks so I’ve never got to surf
I surf at ponce inlet, probably the most popular and best spot in Florida and the localism is still pretty bad there. 90% of the guys are chill but the ones that will say something always take it too far
U should always hear what ur mind is telling u before , as ,and everything u do in the sea , 1st rule of surfing is "if in doubt you don't go out " rule 2 " you panic and u will die " rule 3 " ur eyes can't breathe so when ur head popps out of the surf and ur almost out of breath and ur eyes r the one that see ur in the air now and for reasons unknown u take a big breath but ur nose and mouth r still in the water and there's the foam thing too and u take in sea water and I myself throw up instantly and then I'm coaking on sea water and throw up and u get hit on the head by another wave and u may not make it out of that one and that's when time in the water pays off cause most people will panic and that's when people die , ur heart rate goes up and what little air that u still have in u gets used up fast and u black out and drown . So live by the 1st rule " if in doubt u just don't go out " enough said . Aloha
I concur with your scenario as described. The panic part is critical. Like any self-defense, you plan in advance how you will react to adversity. Good points.
Ben is a class act. I dabble with surfing and still do it when I can (I’m not super young and have kids and stuff). I found Ben’s vlog in 2018 and have been a fan ever since. He’s a humble, genuine, and smart guy, seems to have a good head on his shoulders. Great to hear this long form interview. Regarding the allure of surfing, I think there are certain activities where one can lose themselves in and really be in the moment and very mindful of the experience. The mind is quieter and all the endless mind chatter and ruminations subside (at least for a bit) and you are just one with that experience. I have felt that with surfing, skateboarding, and mostly with playing guitar. Great interview 👍🏼
I started surfing in Florida when I was 15 and got married had a kid when I was 35 which forced me to work hard and I got away from it. Now I'm 46 and I'm back at it . Hooked again and don't plan on stopping. I'm out there ever time there are waves. After work and on weekends whenever.
The comment at 9:50 about the energy vs This fun is the big thing. People have to understand that the pleasure to frustration level is very high as a beginner, but once you have that longer wave, and a ride that you have to stand, turn, plane, turn, etc… it will finally get you. It happened to me in 1974 at Pt. Dume in Malibu. Ive been doing it since.
As someone who lives near Milwaukee, I’ve always wanted to surf and I’ve heard about the Great Lakes being surfable but never tried. Idk if they even sell boards here lol
I didn’t get heckled at the seaside point but my friend that was watching on the beach said a camera dude got checked. It actually is good but it doesn’t even seem to break unless there is the right swell. It’s usually firing in October
no matter what the view count says Mark, this was a great ep. No doubt in my mind you stay on the grind like the best , youll find your audience. Keep it up!
Had an awesome time! Thanks Mark!
I’m a long time sub of Ben, glad to see the mainstream gets a peak, stoked 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Your speech at Jamie’s Wedding Reception was special to witness.
Thanks for sharing 🙏
Bro if you have a Lebanon stamp in your passport you won't get into Israel and vice versa. Better do one now cuz you won't get the other for like 10 years after.
This was my favorite ep so far Mark! I've never surfed but was captivated by Ben's stories, thanks for bringing these high quality conversations week after week!
Amazing interview.
Ben is the man! 🌊🌊🤙🤙🤟🤟
"The 7 Seas" was a phrase long before the oceans of the world were known to people. Now it refers to the 7 oceanic bodies of water: Arctic, N Atlantic, S Atlantic, Indian, N Pacific, S Pacific, & Southern (Antarctic) Ocean.
Never heard of a 20 wave set before.
Ben Gravy needs to collab with Skinny Joey for the dream....yewwwww
1st comment! I Love the Podcast you are a legend. good day mark
Fuck ya!! Loved it!!
Dude immagine everybody taking a ski out? In crowded spots? Like even more of a meat grinder
Mark Don't Surf!!
LFG! ✌️❤️
Localism is basically just being proud and protective simultaneously, if the spot is being disrespected or threatened then it should be defended or protected. Regulators gonna regulate . 🫨
This man is exactly what I picture when I think of a die hard surfer.
Nathan Florence ? lol
No way I’ve been following Ben for years now so sick to see him in this type interview format
I stared surfing 5 years ago and have been able to surf 3-5 months, 5times a week, every year since. I travel to surf and work to afford my next surf trip. It’s awesome hearing about the sport from y’all, great podcast!
One thing that you guys didn’t really address was the beauty and fun of sitting in the water and just watching waves come to you. Being able to predict where the peak will be, just being able to understand that moment of the ocean. Seeing a wave hidden behind a closer wave and being the only one to paddle farther out because you are the one most in sync with the water and seeing a bunch of kooks confused and then getting caught inside the big set waves or ridding that wave because you saw it way early. Just feels good to KNOW and FEEL the ocean you know 😅
"I didnt know Woody Harrelson surfed!!" lol I always write this on Bens channel but he never responds
I think the last time he responded to that was in 2020 .
Wish he would come back to Missouri for the Centaur. Right down the street from my house
Ben is such a legend. Nub nation for the win!
Wow such a sick collab I discovered Mark & Ben Gravy almost simultaneously pre pandemic. Shoutout to Ben for drawing me out to surf more during Covid era and Mark making me laugh when he opens up for Schulz!
You both have a really nice vibe about you. I enjoyed your perspective on the yearning for
the thrill of next beach or surf
spot, Ben. Be safe. Be well. 🌺🤙🏽🌊💃🏻
I fund you guys through Ben. Didn't know who Andrew was until he was on Ben's pod. Got into Flagrant and then Camp Gagnon. You guys are all epic peeps. Like the saying goes Surfing sucks don't start
Lived in San Diego for 5 years, never surfed and could care less about surfing. Still enjoyed those pod a lot, you are killing it Mark!
Was waiting on this one, been sick watching Bens come up from when he had only afew thousand views to seeing his boards over here in my surf shop in Australia. Great ambassador for the sport, seeing Andrew and crew on some of the vlogs I knew this only a matter of time. Been cool watching the shaltzy and crew come up too, one of the few new comedians that actually does this! Bens coming for his spot though after that SUP/stand up joke!
Explaining surfing to someone who never surfed is like explaining how fishing is fun to someone whoe never when out fishing
Hilarious that @bengravy is talking about Seaside. I live close. The waves are very consistent, and good. Those guys will be punching air if they see this. Hahaha
I was a obsessed with skating and wakeboarding growing up . Went to CO to snowboard almost every winter , but I’m terrified of sharks so I’ve never got to surf
I surf at ponce inlet, probably the most popular and best spot in Florida and the localism is still pretty bad there. 90% of the guys are chill but the ones that will say something always take it too far
Dudes fighting for his life and politely asks to use a mans broken surf board 😂
I get red vines when I go to a movie theater. I’m a Great Lakes surfer
I found Ben Gravy through Casey Willax, you should get Casey on the show! I can see y’all would have an epic pod
Yew
U should always hear what ur mind is telling u before , as ,and everything u do in the sea , 1st rule of surfing is "if in doubt you don't go out " rule 2 " you panic and u will die " rule 3 " ur eyes can't breathe so when ur head popps out of the surf and ur almost out of breath and ur eyes r the one that see ur in the air now and for reasons unknown u take a big breath but ur nose and mouth r still in the water and there's the foam thing too and u take in sea water and I myself throw up instantly and then I'm coaking on sea water and throw up and u get hit on the head by another wave and u may not make it out of that one and that's when time in the water pays off cause most people will panic and that's when people die , ur heart rate goes up and what little air that u still have in u gets used up fast and u black out and drown . So live by the 1st rule " if in doubt u just don't go out " enough said . Aloha
I concur with your scenario as described. The panic part is critical. Like any self-defense, you plan in advance how you will react to adversity. Good points.
This was a fire interview.
I really appreciated the last 10 minutes of it.
Totally agree! As those last 10 min played I was thinking “really hope people stuck around to the end”
420th like felt right for the Gravster
Ben is a class act. I dabble with surfing and still do it when I can (I’m not super young and have kids and stuff). I found Ben’s vlog in 2018 and have been a fan ever since. He’s a humble, genuine, and smart guy, seems to have a good head on his shoulders. Great to hear this long form interview.
Regarding the allure of surfing, I think there are certain activities where one can lose themselves in and really be in the moment and very mindful of the experience. The mind is quieter and all the endless mind chatter and ruminations subside (at least for a bit) and you are just one with that experience. I have felt that with surfing, skateboarding, and mostly with playing guitar. Great interview 👍🏼
I started surfing in Florida when I was 15 and got married had a kid when I was 35 which forced me to work hard and I got away from it. Now I'm 46 and I'm back at it . Hooked again and don't plan on stopping. I'm out there ever time there are waves. After work and on weekends whenever.
What an epic conversation, thanks you two!
The comment at 9:50 about the energy vs This fun is the big thing. People have to understand that the pleasure to frustration level is very high as a beginner, but once you have that longer wave, and a ride that you have to stand, turn, plane, turn, etc… it will finally get you. It happened to me in 1974 at Pt. Dume in Malibu. Ive been doing it since.
As someone who lives near Milwaukee, I’ve always wanted to surf and I’ve heard about the Great Lakes being surfable but never tried. Idk if they even sell boards here lol
Ben took the words str8 out my mouth!! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽 except its more of a passion then an addiction! 🌊 "For the dream" 😎
I didn’t get heckled at the seaside point but my friend that was watching on the beach said a camera dude got checked. It actually is good but it doesn’t even seem to break unless there is the right swell. It’s usually firing in October
New GAGNON!!!!!!
Really enjoyed this one! Great perspectives, especially at the end
This dudes sick Mark
no matter what the view count says Mark, this was a great ep. No doubt in my mind you stay on the grind like the best , youll find your audience. Keep it up!
So sick ...yeah ben
Kook fest supreme
Moved from HB to Michigan, every session was special
Ben❤
This was a laid back cool interview..
My thc cart is red vines flavored
This is awesome. Thanks for this
stonington sounds about right
Yeah Ben
So it has came out that fairlife is full of microplastics. Someone might want to tell homeboy.