How does one make a living as a professional free surfer today? Alex Gray unpacks the tribulations and rewards of chasing swell around the world. Do pro surfers pay for photographers travel? Who finances the safety teams? Where can you sell photos nowadays? How do professionals recoup the investment of surf travel? Alex reveals all, as told through the lens of the historic swell that hit Cloudbreak on May 27, 2018. Alex also reflects on a renewed life perspective, conversations with Kelly Slater about shifting values, and honoring the life of his brother, Chris Gray, by helping others grieve through surf therapy. We hope you enjoy today’s show.
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Ryan Hargrave’s rescue video of Dane Gudauskas
Alex’s behind-the-scenes take on Cloudbreak
Alex’s recounting of his session with Kelly Slater at the fickle right off Tavi
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The last board Alex rode?
CREDITS
Host, Edit, Produce: David Lee Scales @David_Lee_Scales
Intro/Outro Music: Bill Callahan, Seagull
Segue Music: BadBadNotGood, Cashmere