Vast Lives

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Vast Lives : Beyond the Waves Vast: Lives is a podcast that delves into the lives of the diverse ambassadors representing the Vast surf lifestyle brand. This podcast goes beyond the waves, exploring the passions, challenges, and stories of these individuals, showcasing their lives outside of surfing and their deep connection to the ocean.  Each episode features a different ambassador, offering a unique perspective on their journey. Listeners will gain insights into their personal lives, their motivations for pursuing surfing, and their commitment to ocean conservation. The podcast aims to inspire and connect with audiences by highlighting the human stories behind the brand and fostering a sense of community among surf enthusiasts. Key Features: Intimate Interviews: The podcast features in-depth conversations with Vast ambassadors, allowing them to share their personal stories, experiences, and perspectives on life.Diverse Perspectives: The podcast showcases a range of ambassadors from different backgrounds, ages, and walks of life, providing a diverse and engaging listening experience.Beyond the Surf: The podcast goes beyond the typical surf content, exploring the ambassadors’ passions, hobbies, and interests outside of surfing.Ocean Conservation: The podcast highlights the ambassadors’ commitment to ocean conservation and their efforts to protect the environment.Inspiring Stories: The podcast shares inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and passion, motivating listeners to pursue their own dreams.Target Audience: Surf Enthusiasts: Individuals who are passionate about surfing and want to learn more about the lives of professional surfers.Ocean Lovers: People who care about the ocean and are interested in learning about conservation efforts.Lifestyle Brand Fans: Individuals who are interested in the Vast brand and want to connect with its ambassadors.Anyone Seeking Inspiration: People who are looking for stories of resilience, determination, and passion.Overall, Vast Lives is a podcast that offers a unique and engaging look into the lives of the people behind the Vast surf lifestyle brand. It’s a podcast that celebrates the human spirit, the love for the ocean, and the power of community.

  1. A restaurant made from waste materials - Hanoi Vietnam

    3D AGO

    A restaurant made from waste materials - Hanoi Vietnam

    On a sunny afternoon in downtown Hanoi ,Vietnam over 8 million people go about their daily routine. Many of which do not think about the long term impact that trash , pollution and miss managed waste might have on their lives and those of future generations. Tho' the dynamic owner of Hidden Ge, a restaurant made from up cycled trash is motivated to make a change.  His visionary outlook underpinned by a strong desire to lift Vietnam from a country in flux and rapid commercial growth to creating awareness about waste management. His restaurant is an ode to his commitment. Everything you see around you is up cycled, from the chairs to the decor - his goal is simple. Educate - if we can all do something small to make a difference - the earth and nature will benefit and so will humanity.

    28 min
  2. Fingerboarding changed my life - Crunky

    JAN 27

    Fingerboarding changed my life - Crunky

    Stanley Toledo aka Crunky and Steve create a podcast space in central Osaka. Shot on location outside a busy ABC mart where an ironic twist of Crunkys past as a counterculture street clothing and footwear dealer weave's together his story about his love for street fashion, skateboarding and being a foreigner adapting to life Japan. Joins us as we explore Crunkys past and his reborn love for Fingerboarding. Thats mini skateboarding , with your fingers.

    46 min
  3. Protector of Nature North West Vietnam - Giang Truong Le

    JAN 11

    Protector of Nature North West Vietnam - Giang Truong Le

    Nestled high in the North West region of Vietnam is a small village called Ta’Van. Here you will find three different ethnic groups of Vietnamese people living in harmony.  In this episode Steve shares a heartwarming connection with Giang, although not local to the region Giang is a big part of this close knit community. His coffee shop/bar is on the village main road ( although it’s so small it feels more like a hamlet )  Giang's immediate warmth and welcoming spirit is evident in his gleaming smile and embrace. Passionate about Nature , family and what he calls ‘slow living’. As the crackle in the open fire in the middle of the shop burns away , Giang talks about his younger life growing up without any modern day conveniences like electricity or television. He reminisces about days spent playing outside in nature and huddling around the central fireplace as a family. The fire is a deeply symbolic community hub for Giang. Communication and storytelling is of the greatest importance to him. Giang’s love for nature and treading lightly is evident in his expression. His dream is to plant a forest in a loving act of giving back to what Nature ultimately gave him - peace and harmony.

    47 min
  4. Night School, Surf Dreams & Hard work: The Unlikely Journey of Shinji Dog

    12/15/2025

    Night School, Surf Dreams & Hard work: The Unlikely Journey of Shinji Dog

    In this episode, Steve is in Osaka with Shinji Mizuno aka Shinji Dog. Shinji meets Steve at a local coffee shop that has been run my the same lady for over 50 years. After a traditional breakfast of toast ,butter and a strong cup of local coffee Steve and Shinji find somewhere to talk about his journey. Shinji is very open and candid about his narrative - he started working from a young age, choosing to attend night school to enable him to work and make money during the day. His motive - to fund his addiction for Surfing.  Shinji then opens up about some of the challenges he faced whilst living in Australia where he had to work hard to integrate. After Australia Shinji made a new home in New Zealand where his love for the people and its culture grew. His expression of love and gratitude clearly evident.  His goal is to introduce some of that Antipodean spirit into Osaka, now home to Shinji and his wife. His dream is to lean on his experience as a chef and open a themed cafe that mixes New Zealand surf vibes with good food and drink.  Shinji is a fun loving passionate person who is not afraid of hard work. This episode is a positive concentrated dose of Shinji's adventurous life.

    27 min
  5. Everyone is a Creative - YOSHE

    11/29/2025

    Everyone is a Creative - YOSHE

    Josh and Steve unpack the creative process of being. Josh is an Artist, Musician and Actor. This conversation is an inquiry into that center : What anchors us when ideas spiral? What gives direction to the creative vortex? And how does purpose emerge not in spite of the spiral, but because of it?

    54 min
  6. Ryu — Art, Freedom, and the Weight of Choice

    11/15/2025

    Ryu — Art, Freedom, and the Weight of Choice

    In this episode Steve and Ryu sit outside his gallery in Chigasaki, Japan. Chigasaki is a coastal town with a strong surf scene. Ryu spent his youth grappling with his own identity before realising that Art is what he is most passionate about. His father played a supportive role growing up, teaching Ryu that the freedom to make your own decisions comes with the responsibility of dealing with consequences of your choices. From realising that big city life can lure a person into feeling that happiness requires wealth or status to finding himself in Canada - Ryu is open and candid about his journey. https://ryuambe.com Ryu Ambe ARTIST: Artist Born June 1989 His artistic expression is based on the keywords pop, cute, and cynical. Using his unique colors and characters, he has collaborated with numerous apparel brands and music festivals. He occasionally creates murals in cityscapes and hotels, shop windows, and works on flat materials, as well as three-dimensional objects such as bottles, beach stones, and driftwood. He began his career in earnest with the release of his picture book "Akaran-kun" in 2015, and held his first solo exhibition at Chigasaki's MAR-VISTA GARDEN in 2016. His street art in his hometown of Chigasaki has become a hot topic, with murals appearing throughout the city, particularly on Yuzo Street and Southern Street. He also travels to cities that interest him as if he were living there, as his life's work, and publishes his original work, "TRIP DIARY ZINE." Zine Collection LA - SAYULITA (Mexico) 2016 PARIS - LISBON - SEVILLA - MADRID 2017 NEWYORK 2018 Journey to the West 2019 THAILAND 2023 Daily Trip Zine - A Journey Across Europe 2024 Works Summer Sonic 2018 & 2019 Official Goods, niko and..., RVCA, FRAPBOIS, RODEO CROWNS, SHIPS, CA4LA, Journal Standard, RAGEBLUE, Shonan Bellmare, MARLOWE, Caravan Coffee, Chigasaki Lasca Mural, UMI HOTEL Mural, SHONAN8HOTEL Mural, First Surfing Book Cover illustration (Published by KADOKAWA) Tourism Ambassador for Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture Ad-City Heaven, a Wandering Trip

    42 min
  7. Cape Town style Master - Paul Van Der Spuy

    11/05/2025

    Cape Town style Master - Paul Van Der Spuy

    Steve and Paul Van Der Spuy founder of HOM sit down to discuss his creative journey. Paul is a Tour de Force when it comes to social notoriety. A face that most Cape Tonians know well. Oftentimes Paul can be found propped up stylishly against the bar on any given night as the sounds of local bands sprawl out onto the busy side street in downtown Cape Town. His passion for people is underpinned by his eye for detail, Paul will go out of his way to make you feel welcome and right at home. His journey is checkered with risk, intrigue and most of all fun. He talks about his early days in the fashion world and his being instrumental in the success of Carducci a brand that blended South African flair with Italian sophistication.  Paul also shared a harrowing story about a motorcycle accident that nearly left him dead on the street. Paul's passion for life, people and authenticity is his driver - willing to take risks and appreciate every moment. Please remember to hit like and subscribe if you enjoy the content.

    48 min
  8. One trip that changed everything - Kerry Lu

    10/17/2025

    One trip that changed everything - Kerry Lu

    Episode 34 - Steve and Kerry Lu discuss fashion, surfing and big dreams about changing the world.  Kerry Lu is logistics and marketing manager at Vast. HQ in Taipei. Kerry is an avid runner but his real passions include Surfing and fashion. Known to the Team as the style master Kerry has a soft side to his chiseled physique. Kerry care's a lot about people and he opens up about how travelling to poorer countries has broadened his horizons.  These pilgrimages have given him the impetus to want to make small changes both in himself but also shifting the mindset of those around him.  He is positive and his resolve is that we can all make a small difference in other people's lives by getting involved with local initiatives. Kerry opens up about growing up with low self esteem but how a trip to Australia shortly after school changed everything. Kerry's love for people and life is as inspiring as it is infectious.

    33 min
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Vast Lives : Beyond the Waves Vast: Lives is a podcast that delves into the lives of the diverse ambassadors representing the Vast surf lifestyle brand. This podcast goes beyond the waves, exploring the passions, challenges, and stories of these individuals, showcasing their lives outside of surfing and their deep connection to the ocean.  Each episode features a different ambassador, offering a unique perspective on their journey. Listeners will gain insights into their personal lives, their motivations for pursuing surfing, and their commitment to ocean conservation. The podcast aims to inspire and connect with audiences by highlighting the human stories behind the brand and fostering a sense of community among surf enthusiasts. Key Features: Intimate Interviews: The podcast features in-depth conversations with Vast ambassadors, allowing them to share their personal stories, experiences, and perspectives on life.Diverse Perspectives: The podcast showcases a range of ambassadors from different backgrounds, ages, and walks of life, providing a diverse and engaging listening experience.Beyond the Surf: The podcast goes beyond the typical surf content, exploring the ambassadors’ passions, hobbies, and interests outside of surfing.Ocean Conservation: The podcast highlights the ambassadors’ commitment to ocean conservation and their efforts to protect the environment.Inspiring Stories: The podcast shares inspiring stories of resilience, determination, and passion, motivating listeners to pursue their own dreams.Target Audience: Surf Enthusiasts: Individuals who are passionate about surfing and want to learn more about the lives of professional surfers.Ocean Lovers: People who care about the ocean and are interested in learning about conservation efforts.Lifestyle Brand Fans: Individuals who are interested in the Vast brand and want to connect with its ambassadors.Anyone Seeking Inspiration: People who are looking for stories of resilience, determination, and passion.Overall, Vast Lives is a podcast that offers a unique and engaging look into the lives of the people behind the Vast surf lifestyle brand. It’s a podcast that celebrates the human spirit, the love for the ocean, and the power of community.

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  • Creator
    Vast Lives
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Vast Lives
  • Show Website
    Vast Lives