Welcome back to Barrelled Surf Podcast!

In this episode, filmmaker Becky Colley discusses her documentary 'The Point of Change' about the surfing culture and history of Nias, Indonesia.

She shares insights into the island's unique traditions, the impact of surfing's arrival, and the stories behind its legendary waves.

00:00 Introduction and Event Announcement

00:54 Meet the Filmmaker Becky Colley

01:56 What drew Becky to Nias' story

04:09 The early days of surfing in Nias

06:54 Making the documentary 'Point of Change'

10:27 The warrior culture and ceremonial jumps

11:48 The significance of traditional neck rings

14:03 Rumors of headhunting and local legends

17:28 Archival footage and research challenges

18:45 Impact of surfing on Nias' communities

20:59 Wave conditions pre and post earthquakes

22:44 Upcoming screening and local reactions

26:43 What Becky hopes viewers take away

28:06 Travel stories and cultural reflections

30:51 Future visits and personal connections

32:11 Reflections on the filmmaking journey

33:08 Favorite surfers and local heroes

34:05 Closing remarks and event details

Welsome back!

**Dont forget the BSP Fantasy League, details on the 'Gram**

This Episode is a deep dive into the world of the Woz with Down South surf physio Trevor Lawrence Brown, Board Store boss Sammy Tucker, and a of course Tbone and Namu along for the ride.

We get into the not-so-glam side of tour life—injuries, rehabs, and how surfers somehow keep paddling out when their bodies are hanging on by tape and good intentions.

Trev breaks down what actually goes wrong (more often than you’d think), and what it takes to get athletes back in the water without falling apart mid-heat.

From there we delve into how the top crew prepare, the mindset needed to compete at that level, and why surfing in places like Hawaii hits a little different.There’s plenty of opinion flying around too—who’s looking sharp, who might be in trouble, and which rookies are about to make some noise.

It’s part surf analysis, part storytelling, and part friendly debate… with a few bold calls that may or may not age well by mid-season.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Episode

01:34 Guest Introductions and Backgrounds

05:35 Injury Insights in Professional Surfing

11:17 The Role of Physios in Surfing

17:05 Upcoming Events and Competitions

23:02 Surfing Culture and Community

28:59 New Surfers on the Tour

34:26 Predictions for the Season Ahead

42:45 Mindset and Performance in Surfing

46:57 The Importance of Mental Coaching

52:00 Analyzing Upcoming Surfers

58:05 Rookies and Rising Stars

01:04:13 The Return of Experienced Competitors

01:07:26 Predictions for Dropouts

01:09:50 Community and Local Surfing Issues

Jump on in Flegends!

Christopher Binns joins us in the Shedquarters for a preview of Austrlalia's fave club battle, the ABBs!

Binnsy will be there on the Mic alongside Vaughan Deadly and Jesse Starling, calling the action all weekend from the Burleigh Pavillion. He gives us his picks, darkhorses and completely forgets that Scarborough has a chance at the podium! Lol....

Of course, the Newcastle Challenger is right around the corner - who's surf cuisine will reign supreme??

Listen in and get all the juice!