199 - TBone Talks... to Author Miles Masterson - Author of "The Oom".

In the world of surfing, few stories resonate as deeply as that of John Whitmore, a pioneer who brought modern surfing to South Africa.

In this episode of Barrelled Surf Podcast, Tbone talks with his good mate, South African Journo and Author Miles Masterson as they delve into the life of Whitmore, exploring his journey from the shores of Cape Town to becoming a key figure in the surfing community.

Join us as we uncover the challenges and triumphs faced by this surfing legend.

00:00 - Introduction and Book Launch

02:56 - The Journey of Writing John Whitmore's Biography

06:04 - John Whitmore's Impact on South African Surfing

08:59 - The Meeting of John Whitmore and Dick Metz11:41The Evolution of Surfing in South Africa

14:45 - The Role of the Dana Point Mafia

17:33 - Max Wettland's Influence on South African Surfing

20:24 - The Legacy of John Whitmore and Competitive Surfing

23:10 - Cultural Significance of John Whitmore

26:18 - Conclusion and Reflections on Surfing History

47:57 - The Journey of Writing an Autobiography

51:16 - Discovering Lost Tapes and Their Impact

54:11 - John Whitmore's Influence on Surfing

59:03 - Personal Stories and Memories of John Whitmore

01:04:03 - John Whitmore: A Surfing Legend

01:09:13 - The Legacy of John Whitmore

01:10:37 - How to Get the book

01:13:04 - Key Takeaways from the Book

01:16:51 - Conservation Efforts in Surfing

01:22:00 - The Future of Surfing in Africa

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