The Blue Ass Water Show

Ethan McAlpin
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Paying homage to the greats, while we roast our own creative mistakes. Host Ethan McAlpin, better known as EMac, is a videographer, surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show.

  1. 10/06/2021

    Ep. 15: Meet Your Favorite Surfer's Favorite Filmer (ft. @Peyton Willard)

    Peyton Willard has made his mark, rather quickly, as a filmer in the Florida surf scene. Frequently shooting the likes of Cory Lopez, Cam Richards and the Geiselman brothers, Peyton's found himself deep in the mix; getting called on for trips, left and right. In this episode, Peyton and I dive into travel opportunities, predicting a swell, and the grind – just to tease a few. Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, avid-surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    39 min

  2. 09/20/2021

    Ep. 14: All-Access with Sports Photographer @James Gilbert

    The week, NFL photographer James Gilbert joins the show and drops absolute bars. James is a talented sports photographer, shooting everything from high school lacrosse to the NFL, on any given weekend. In this episode, James and I dive into the importance of work-ethic, shooting your shot, and his photo-editing workflow; just to list a few. Tune in! Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, avid-surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    43 min

  3. 09/14/2021

    Ep. 13 - Golf, Greece and ClemsonFB (ft. @Andy Turner)

    The legend, Andy Turner, joins the show this week for a fire episode! Andy is a graduate of Clemson University, where he helped establish 'The Vlog,' produce exhilarating content, and learned from some of the best in the industry. In this episode, Andy and I dive into ClemsonFB, what he loves most about producing golf content, and his travels abroad. Thanks for tuning in! Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, avid-surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    55 min

  4. 08/31/2021

    Ep. 12 - From Brooklyn to Barbados, with NFL Films and 'Outer Banks' Cinematographer, Matt Lyons

    Very excited to publish this week's episode, with former NFL Films cinematographer, Matt Lyons. Most recently, Matt was the B-Camera operator on Netflix's hit series, 'Outer Banks,' in which he also filmed Season 1 of. In this episode, Matt and I dive into camera techniques, "thinking like an editor," working in the elements, Barbados and a bunch more really sweet stuff! Tune. In. Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, avid-surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    33 min
  5. Ep. 11 - Easiest Way to Gain Clients as a Visual Artist (ft. @Noah Cook)

    08/24/2021

    Ep. 11 - Easiest Way to Gain Clients as a Visual Artist (ft. @Noah Cook)

    A fellow graduate of Flagler College, visual "artist" Noah Cook joins Blue Ass Water to discuss his creative process, the importance of a strong network, his creepy white van, working with Taco Bell, and Picasso's advice for creatives. Tune in! Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, avid-surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    40 min

  6. 08/17/2021

    Ep. 10 - Shark Diving EcoTours in Hawaii (ft. @Captain Calvin Morse)

    A graduate of the College of Charleston, marine biologist Captain Calvin Morse joins Blue Ass Water to discuss his experience giving shark diving eco-tours on the north shore of Oahu, Hawaii. From classes overlooking the Charleston peninsula, to a spontaneous opportunity in California's Channel Islands, and finally to Oahu's world-renowned north shore, we dive deep discussing sharks, film, business, travel and the importance of a strong network. Tune in! Host Ethan McAlpin is a videographer, surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    46 min

  7. 08/09/2021

    Ep. 09 - How an 'Outer Banks' Extra Became a Divemaster in the Turks and Caicos (ft. @Chris Malanuk)

    He's a graduate of Davidson University, soon to be pursuing his Masters from The U, in Miami, FL. PADI-certified divemaster Chris Malanuk joins Blue Ass Water to discuss his experience working as a divemaster in South Caicos, living in Panama, and his experience working on Season 2 of 'Outer Banks' in multiple extra roles, across 20 days of shooting. Host Ethan McAlpin, also known as EMac, is a videographer, surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show. The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    53 min

  8. 07/27/2021

    Ep. 08 - How a Rogue DM led to Stained Pogue Denim, Working on 'Outer Banks' Season 2 (ft. @Georgia VanNewkirk)

    She’s a graduate of SCAD - the Savannah College of Art & Design and in her own words, she’s “Donna and Jackie all wrapped into one.” Singer, songwriter and costumer Georgia VanNewkirk joins Blue Ass Water to discuss her array of experiences in film and TV production, as well as an inside look into her processes of making her own songs and music videos. Host Ethan McAlpin, better known as EMac, is a videographer, surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show.  The purpose is to spread positivity and good vibes; just like the content that inspired us to begin with. Also, I just wanted my own show.  Cheers.

    54 min
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Paying homage to the greats, while we roast our own creative mistakes. Host Ethan McAlpin, better known as EMac, is a videographer, surfer, and long-time consumer of travel-influencer content – or as internet-comedian Cody Ko describes it; “Water that’s way too blue, attractive people smiling, girls leading people places, more blue water… blue ass water.” The Blue Ass Water Show toys with stereotypical travel content, while diving deeper into the motivations and content strategies of the talented, passionate and lively guests of the show.

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