She's Electric

Surfing Australia

She's Electric – Power your potential! Host Jesse Starling interviews the worlds greatest female surfers with the aim to inspire the next generation, encourage females to dive into the deep end and become the protagonist in Surfing. In each episode, women reveal deep, intimate moments of exciting journeys, doubt, inspirations or failure & share insights on their eventual success. Women are leading the new wave of surfing, and we want to show this!

Episodes

  1. #03 - Laura Enever

    11/28/2024

    #03 - Laura Enever

    Jesse Starling sits down with Hyundai ambassador Laura Enever, an iconic figure in women’s surfing whose early career spans from the elite ranks of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour to being awarded a Guinness World Record in big wave surfing. Laura reflects on her upbringing in North Narrabeen, a community renowned for its rich surfing heritage and intense competitive spirit. She shares how this unique environment shaped her early ambition and set her on a path to becoming one of Australia’s most celebrated surfers, pushing the limits of female surfing. The conversation delves into Laura’s time on the WSL Championship Tour, where she grappled with the mental and emotional demands of competing at the highest level. She speaks openly about how these challenges led her to reassess her relationship with surfing, ultimately driving her to transition into big wave surfing—a space where she could reconnect with the pure joy and freedom of the sport. Laura’s journey is one of reinvention and resilience, demonstrating the power of pursuing personal fulfillment over external validation. Her insights into navigating the pressures of professional sport, redefining success, and chasing passion with purpose offer a compelling narrative that will resonate with surfers and aspiring athletes alike. This episode captures the essence of Laura Enever’s story—one of courage, transformation, and the relentless pursuit of what truly matters. She’s Electric: Power your potential

    59 min
  2. #02 - Layne Beachley

    11/18/2024

    #02 - Layne Beachley

    In this episode of the She’s Electric Podcast, Jesse Starling welcomes 7-time World Champion Layne Beachley AO for an intimate and inspiring conversation. Layne takes us beyond the trophies and accolades, sharing the defining moments of her life and career that shaped her into one of the most influential figures in surfing history. Layne reflects on the relief of winning her first world title and how it compared to the pride she felt watching Steph Gilmore achieve hers—bridging generations of surfing excellence. She opens up about her early childhood struggles, transforming personal trauma into the competitive drive that would propel her to the top of the sport. The episode delves into Layne’s incredible mindset, the pressures she embraced as a trailblazer, and her journey to knowing when it was time to step away from competition. Layne’s insights into resilience, reinvention, and the power of self-belief are nothing short of empowering. Today, Layne continues to inspire as a mentor to the next generation, working with Surfing Australia’s High Performance Program and running her Layne Beachley Talent ID Camp that brought up talent like World No.5 and Olympian Molly Picklum. Her passion for fostering new talent ensures young surfers have the support and resources she didn't, turning every challenge into an opportunity. Full of wisdom, laughter, and raw honesty, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to a champion who changed the game and paved the way for future generations of female surfers. Layne’s story will leave you inspired to chase your dreams, no matter the challenges.

    54 min

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She's Electric – Power your potential! Host Jesse Starling interviews the worlds greatest female surfers with the aim to inspire the next generation, encourage females to dive into the deep end and become the protagonist in Surfing. In each episode, women reveal deep, intimate moments of exciting journeys, doubt, inspirations or failure & share insights on their eventual success. Women are leading the new wave of surfing, and we want to show this!