Around the World in 80 waves with Yvettte Cave
In the latest episode of the We Surf podcast, Kwame dives deep into a conversation with Yvette Cave, a passionate surfer and founder of Wave Wahinis. Yvette shares her unique journey into surfing, the creation of a supportive community for female surfers, and her quest to address representation in the sport. Yvette was awarded the Churchill Fellowship, allowing her to travel and study surf culture globally in the hope to extend it to the UK. Her journey extends from New York to California, Hawaii, and Australia, and finally to India and Sri Lanka. She aims to explore how different cultures engage with surfing and advocate for greater inclusivity.
Sound Bites
"Surfing is about learning to listen""Surf like a girl, powered by love""The ocean has given me my husband"
The WeSurf Podcast is recorded by WTF Studios and is produced and distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Podcast Network.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Surfing and Its Cultural Significance
01:54 Yvette's Journey into Surfing
04:47 The Formation of Wave Wahinis
07:32 Exploring the Churchill Fellowship
09:52 Representation in Surfing
12:53 Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence in Surfing
15:28 The Impact of Surfing on Personal Lives
18:21 The Ocean as a Connector
21:10 Future Aspirations and Goals in Surfing
24:05 The Power of Surfing and Community
26:53 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
