The Boardcast
Boarders has played an integral role in Sydney's Northern Beaches skate scene since the late 90s, and owners Al and Claire have sat in the front seats as it's changed, grown and occasionally shrunk over the years. Along the way they've formed an eclectic community of skate and snow lovers who make the store what it is today.
This podcast is an insight into our business and the community that makes it. We hope you'll want to be a part of it too.
Episodes
33 episodes
Episode 33 - Al's Birthday
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 33Date: Thursday, Oct 3rd 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription: Join us for a special birthday edition of the podcast as we celebrate Alan's big day with some fine whiskey tasting! ...
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Episode 33
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58:51
Episode 32 - Bad Google Reviews
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 32Date: Thursday, Sept 26th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:Join us in this episode as we dive into the current state of the Australian snow season, discussing the unexpected weather cha...
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Episode 32
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1:06:11
Episoden 31 - Whiskey Tasting
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 31Date: Thursday, Sept 19th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:In this episode, we taste and compare four distinct whiskeys, starting with the baseline Johnny Walker Red Label, a classic bl...
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Episode 31
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1:18:49
Episode 30 - Olympics Recap
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 30Date: Thursday, Sept 5th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:In this episode of the podcast, Al and Claire discuss their views with the Olympics, including the pressure on athletes, the co...
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Episode 30
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47:50
Episode 29 - Coaching Surfing and Skating with Gerard McCallum
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 29Date: Thursday, Aug 14th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlGuest : Gerard McCallumDescription:In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the world of surfing, skating, and coaching with specia...
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Episode 29
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1:07:41
Episode 28 - The Raw Truth
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 28Date: Thursday, Aug 8th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:In this raw and honest podcast episode, Al and Claire discuss the recent closures of iconic skate shops in Sydney, reflecting on...
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Episode 28
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36:18
Episode 27 - Olympic Skateboarding and Returning to Sports Post Injury
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 27Date: Tuesday, July 30th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics, from discussing Liv's journey to the Olympics to the commentary of skateb...
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Episode 27
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46:48
Episode 26 - Top 3 Places to Snowboard in World
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 26Date: Wednesday, July 17th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlIn this episode of the podcast, we dive into a discussion about our top travel destinations for snowboarding. We reflect on the adre...
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Episode 26
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51:18
Episode 25 - Product Picks we're Passionate About.
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 25Date: Thursday, July 11th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlIn this episode, we dive into a discussion about our favourite snowboarding products that we truly believe in and are passionate about. <...
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Episode 25
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42:11
Episode 24: Fridtjof Sæther Tischendorf "Fridge": The Snowboarder with a Backpack
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 24Date: Wednesday, July 3rd 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireGuest: Fridtjof Sæther Tischendorf AKA "Fridge"Join us as we dive into the world of professional snowboarder Fridge. Fridge s...
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Episode 24
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1:01:24
Episode 23 - The State of Skate.
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 23Date: Wednesday, June 26th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlIn this episode, Al and Claire dive deep into the current state of skateboarding culture. They discuss the shift in the culture, the im...
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Episode 23
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44:59
Episode 22 - Beers, Boards and Bread.
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 22Date: Thursday, June 20th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlGuests: Tim and TailahIn this episode, hosts Claire & Al sit down with, Tim and Tailah and chat about a wide range of topics, from spl...
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1:56:14
Episode 21 - Two Dogs and a Japanese Guy: A Rant on Happiness and Success
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 21Date: Thursday, May 30th 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:Join Al and Claire in this episode of their podcast as they share their adventures in Japan, discussing their experiences, purc...
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Episode 21
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45:45
Episode 20 - Vintage Clothing Buying From Tokyo to Nagano: Locks, Keys, and Fluffy Winter Shorts.
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 20Date: Wednesday, May 22nd 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast where we take you on a journey through our vintage clothing buying trip in Ja...
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Episode 20
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23:25
Episode 19 - We're Off to Japan: Vintage Shopping, Ramen adventures & Mission Impossible Challenges
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 19Date: Wednesday, May 1st 2024Hosts: Claire and AlDescription:Join us on this episode as we dive deep into our upcoming Japan trip. We discuss our reasons for going back, our unique appr...
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Episode 19
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38:06
Episode 18: Tommy's Rapid-Fire Questions: Al and Claire in the Hot Seats
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 18Date: Tuesday, April 23rd 2024Hosts: TommyGuest: Claire and AlDescription:Welcome to Tommy's Rapid-Fire Questions! In this episode, Al and Claire take on the hot seat and answ...
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17:00
Episode 17: From Print Shop to Boarders: Claire's Journey as a Business Partner
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 17Date: Tuesday, April 16th 2024Hosts: Al and TommyGuest: ClaireDescription:In this podcast episode, we delve into the journey of Claire, a young entrepreneur who started as a manager at...
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Episode 17
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1:23:40
Episode 16: Borderline Chaos - From Mini Ramp Madness to WWE Table Smashes
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 16Date: Tuesday, April 2nd 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireDescription:In this episode of the Boardcast, Al and Claire reminisce about past skateboarding competitions and discuss their plans for org...
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Episode 16
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49:20
Episode 15: Chasing Waves and Powder: The Life of Marcus Stocker
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 15Date: Wednesday, March 27th 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireGuest: Marcus StockerIn this episode, Al and Claire had the pleasure of interviewing Marcus Stocker, a seasoned snowboarder with a rich ...
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Episode 15
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1:37:15
Episode 14: Hilarious Memories and Mishaps with Tommy
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 14Date: Tuesday, March 19th 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireGuest: Tommy L.Description:In this episode, we had Tommy L. as our special guest, who shared some hilarious and memorable stories ...
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Episode 14
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1:10:41
Episode 13: Al's Origin Story: From Dropping Out of High School to Hustling on Film Sets
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 13Date: Tuesday, March 12th 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireIn this episode we delve into Al's origin story, exploring his journey from a childhood in North Balgowlah to his unexpected entry into the fi...
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Episode 13
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36:27
Episode 12: Building a Brand, One Ride at a Time: The Journey of Modest Eyewear with Pete Long.
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 12Date: Tuesday, March 5th 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireGuest: Pete LongIn this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Pete Long, a seasoned snowboarder, skateboarder, and surfer who is th...
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Episode 12
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1:25:33
Episode 11 - Gut Instincts and Hiring Decisions: Lessons Learned from Managing Staff
The Boardcast PodcastEpisode: 11Date: Tuesday, February 27th 2024Hosts: Al and ClaireIn this episode, we delved into the challenges of running a business and managing staff. We shared personal experiences and insights, discu...
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Episode 11
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56:44