Confessions of a Surf Lady | The First Women's Surfing Podcast™
Hosted by Laura Day, this show gets into honest, thoughtful, and sometimes opinionated conversations about what it means to be a woman in the water today.
From women’s surfing and surf culture to confidence, identity, lineup dynamics, and personal stories, each episode explores the conversations we’re not always having out loud — but probably should be.
You’ll hear interviews with everyday surf ladies, professional surfers, local legends, community leaders, and women shaping surf culture, along with Laura’s own reflections on surfing, womanhood, and the real experiences that come with building a life around the water.
If you’re ready for an unfiltered conversation about what it’s really like to be a woman surfer, you’re in the right place.
Episodes
81 episodes
76. 🏄♀️ Member Spotlight: How Chey Built Resilience and Confidence in Notoriously Aggressive Santa Cruz Lineups
What does it take to keep showing up—no matter what life throws your way? Chey’s story will leave you inspired. As a mother, a surfer living with MS, and a woman paddling out in Santa Cruz’s notoriously aggressive lineups, she reminds us that s...
75. Stronger Than Ever: The Joy of Surfing Over 50 with Sassy Silver Surfers
What does it feel like to paddle out in your fifties, sixties, or even seventies? For the women of the Sassy Silver Surfers Club, it feels like freedom. It feels like strength. And most of all, it feels like proof that surfing doesn’t have an a...
74. Dreaming of Noseriding? Here’s How We’ll Get There Together
👉 Get The FREE guide & Join Noseride Collective WaitlistThis summer inside Surf Société, we wrapped up something truly special: our six-week Nose Ride Blueprint challeng...
73. Navigating Surf Lineups as a Black Woman with Mimi Miller
Mimi Miller embodies the fierce joy and courageous authenticity that surfing desperately needs. In a world often dominated by slim, conventional images, Mimi is breaking stereotypes and showcasing how curvy, strong, and confident women redefine...
72. Surfing Siargao with Respect: Filipino Culture, Community, & the Local Lineup
What if the thing you were seeking all along was right in your own backyard?Elaine Abonal was an exchange student in Florida when she first saw surfing—and something inside her lit up. But it wasn’t until she returned to the Philippines ...
71. Lakey Peterson on Competing, Progressing & Finding Joy in the Lineup
What does it take to perform at the highest level—and still enjoy surfing for yourself? Lakey Peterson has competed on the world stage for over a decade, but the journey hasn’t always been smooth—especially when expectations are high and result...
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70. The Truth About Leashless Surfing: It’s Not What You Think
Surfing without a leash isn’t about looking cool—it’s about control, awareness, and knowing when you’re ready. This episode is a reflection on skill progression, self-trust, and the invisible steps it takes to surf leashless with intention....
69. Dismantling the ‘Beach Body’ Lie: A Surf Lady Conversation
What if your 'summer body' wasn’t something to fix—but something to fuel your surf stoke? If you're tired of seeing summer framed as a time to shrink yourself, this episode of Confessions of a Surf Lady: The First Women’s Surfing Pod...
Surf Check – Finding Flow, Switching Boards, and Making the Wave | May 1
Welcome to the very first episode of Surf Check, a casual, biweekly mini-series keeping you in the loop on all things Surf Société! Join host Laura Day for quick updates, surf reflections, and insights into what's happening inside our wo...
68. From Visualization to Victory w/ Joanne Bolton (REPLAY)
Did you know you could meditate your way to better surfing? Yes, you heard that right! You can improve your surfing without even touching the water.In this episode, you'll meet Florida Surfer and
67. Stuck in Your Surfing? Train Your Mind to Surf Better with Visualization
Why is it so fucking hard to get better at surfing? Unlike other sports, you don’t get unlimited reps. Every wave is different, every session is unpredictable, and by the time you realize you wanted to do a turn or a cross-step—the mom...
66. Fear, Injury & Getting Back to Surfing: A Guide to Healing & Confidence
What happens when an injury keeps you out of the water for weeks—or even months? If you’ve ever been sidelined from surfing, you know how frustrating it can be, both physically and mentally. When I injured my knee in Baja, my biggest fear wasn’...
65. Why Surfing More Isn’t Enough: The Real Key to Progression
Have you ever thought, I should be better by now? You’ve been surfing for a while, putting in the time, watching YouTube tutorials, even getting in the water more—but something’s just not clicking. You feel stuck, and no matter how muc...
64. From Australia to Portugal: Surfing, Freelancing & Moving Abroad
What if your work schedule fit around surfing? Even better—what if every surf session made you better at your job? When Lachlan Campbell left Australia and landed in Europe, he didn’t just want a job—he wanted a life that revolved around...
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63. Overcoming Mental Blocks in Surfing: Fear, Confidence & Progression
Have you ever felt stuck in your surfing—not because of your ability, but because of something in your head? Maybe it’s fear, uncertainty in the lineup, or frustration from not progressing the way you want.In this episode of Confessi...
62. Reconnecting to Yourself: Surfing, Aging, and Feminine Intuition
What if reconnecting with your feminine intuition could change the way you surf—and the way you live? What if aging, something that is so often feared, was seen as an opportunity to gather wisdom, redefine beauty, and deepen your connection to ...
61. Want More Waves? The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything
Do you ever tell yourself, “I’m just grateful to be out here,” when deep down, you’re frustrated by how your sessions are going? That was me—not catching as many waves as I wanted, quietly comparing myself to others in the lineup, and ...
60. Breaking Barriers: Surfing, Gear, and Body Neutrality with Move Fat Girl
"What would 10-year-old me do?” That exact question led Kim Merrikin, founder of @movefatgirl, to reconnect with the hobbies she’d tucked away as a young girl. After feeling fat-shamed out of sports, Kim ignored her interest in physical ...
59. From Blanket Forts to a Global Surf Community: 5 Years of COASL
What started as a mic under a blanket and a dream to tell authentic women’s surfing stories has grown into a thriving podcast and global community. This week, we’re celebrating 5 incredible years of Confessions of a Surf Lady: The First Wom...
58. 30+ Years of Surf, Photography, and Finding Gratitude: Mattson Culbert on Facing Cancer and Life’s Challenges
After spending over 30 years chasing waves and documenting epic California swells, Mattson Culbert—a surfer, photographer, and filmmaker—faced one of the biggest challenges of his life: a thyroid cancer diagnosis. 🌊 But instead of letting it ho...
57. Creating Confidence in Every Wave: The Story Behind Peach Surf Hats
After struggling to find a surf hat that checked all the boxes—functional, stylish, and secure—Emily Li, a surfer and entrepreneur, decided to create her own. The result? Peach Surf Hats, a brand that encourages surfers to protect their skin an...
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56. Surf, Protect, Repeat: Creating a Cleaner Ocean with Every Product Choice
Ever thought about what’s in your hair care and how it impacts the ocean you surf in? This episode with Kate Assaraf, founder of Dipalready.com, is a must-listen for ...
55. From Frustration to Fun: A Flexible Approach to Difficult Surf Sessions
Surfing is hard—like, f*cking hard. It isn’t just a sport; it’s a journey of highs, lows, and everything in between. In this episode, we talk about how to cultivate a flexible mindset to keep your stoke alive—even on those tou...
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54. Surfing, Scotch, and Sisterhood: Friendship and Adventures Down Under
In 2014, I moved to Brisbane, Australia, alone. Surfing was on the agenda, but I knew nobody and nothing about the Australian lineup. One evening, I made my way to the coast to meet a group of surfers the next morning. My anxiety of being alone...
53. Understanding Surfcraft: Elevate Your Surfing and Connect with Surf Culture
For a long time, I surfed without fully understanding the impact of my board’s design. I knew I needed a longboard to cross-step and nose ride, but the world of surfcraft always seemed distant, almost secretive.Once I started to dig in a...