

The Kyle Thiermann Show
Kyle Thiermann
Conversations with intellectual athletes and athletic intellectuals. If you're new here, try starting with #96 Albee Layer, #139 Matt Taibbi, #157 Peter Attia, #206 Chris Ryan, #216 Rick Hanson, #233 Steve Rinella, #340 Mark Healey, and #386 Derek Sivers.
Kyle Thiermann is a writer, creative director, and sponsored surfer for Patagonia. His work spans from editorial (Men's Health, Surfer, Outside) to creative (Patagonia, Yeti, MUD\WTR). He has written billboards above LAX, viral commercials seen by over a hundred million people, and steered better-for-you brands to cultural relevance with breakthrough advertising ideas. Kyle is represented by DiFiore Literary Agency and his first book, ONE LAST QUESTION BEFORE YOU GO, is out now. thiermann.substack.com
Kyle Thiermann is a writer, creative director, and sponsored surfer for Patagonia. His work spans from editorial (Men's Health, Surfer, Outside) to creative (Patagonia, Yeti, MUD\WTR). He has written billboards above LAX, viral commercials seen by over a hundred million people, and steered better-for-you brands to cultural relevance with breakthrough advertising ideas. Kyle is represented by DiFiore Literary Agency and his first book, ONE LAST QUESTION BEFORE YOU GO, is out now. thiermann.substack.com
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Jul 18, 2019 • 1h 18min
#174 Nat Geo Photographer & Cave Diver - Ben Horton
Ben Horton has based his career on being able to go places that other people either cannot, or don’t want to go. From thousands of feet underwater to the most remote regions in the arctic, Ben’s passion is to use photography as a means to inspire people to take stewardship of the planet. Ben started his career with National Geographic by telling the story of the sharks of Cocos Island. He traced the illegal fishing industry from Costa Rica to China, and as a result of his work helped to increase the park boundaries and protection of two of Costa Rica’s national parks. He was awarded the National Geographic Society’s first ever Young Explorer Grant for his work, and he has since moved on to receive a number of other National Geographic grants, assignments, and recently stared in a documentary for National Geographic featuring his work in Thailand. Ben is based in southern California, where he works primarily on adventure campaigns. Follow Ben on Instagram Sign up for the weekly email Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 11, 2019 • 1h 11min
#173 The Future of Eating Meat - Elliot Swartz Ph.D
Elliot is a senior scientist at The Good Food Institute. He holds a bachelor's degree in behavioral neuroscience from Lehigh University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA. He has experience utilizing induced pluripotent stem cells for modeling neuromuscular disease as well as consulting with Verge Genomics in drug discovery for neurodegenerative disease. Elliot's work at GFI focuses on analyzing core technology areas and driving key GFI-sponsored research projects in cell-based meat, educating scientists and the public, and expanding awareness of the career opportunities in the plant-based and cell-based meat fields. elliotswartz.com Twitter: @ElliotSwartz Listen to Oppo Sign up for the weekly email Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 6, 2019 • 1h
#172 Pro Skateboarder - Andy Macdonald
Andy Macdonald (@AndyMac720) has been crowned as skateboarding’s World Champion for nine years in the World Cup Skateboarding Series. He has competed in every X Games since its inception and owns 23 medals. Known for his clean image, Andy has made many high profile TV appearances in recent years, promoting a positive drug-free lifestyle, and of course, skateboarding. Andy’s appearances include 60 Minutes, the Craig Kilborn show, and The Tonight Show where he surprised everyone by ollieing onto Jay Leno's desk after being introduced. The culmination of Andy’s work with the Partnership for a Drug-Free America was a speech at the White House to introduce President Bill Clinton, where Andy was the first person to ever ride a skateboard down the smooth marble hallways inside the White House. Follow Andy on Instagram Listen to The Getaway Dogs Podcast #11 with Andy Mac Sign up for my monthly email Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 27, 2019 • 1h 12min
#171 Roadtrip through Mexico w/ Kyle Buthman & Cliff Kapono
Kyle Buthman is an Award Winning filmmaker from Santa Cruz, CA. As a lifelong surfer, his experience growing up in and around the water has greatly influenced his work, resulting in a unique eye for detail and a knack for capturing life in motion. Over the years, Kyle has honed his talent to expand beyond the surf world. Through his production company Buthman Media, Kyle offers services in all of your production needs, He works exclusively with state of the art equipment and shoots in stunning Ultra High Definition. Previous clients include: Vans, UFC, Vice and Patagonia. If you are looking for reliable and quality work, Buthman Media has got you covered. Dr. Cliff Kapono is a professional surfer, chemist and journalist. Born on the eastern shores of Hawai‘i, his life involves equal parts science as it does surf. While contributing several peer-reviewed publications to the fields of molecular bioscience, he has also produced a handful award-winning films that discuss indigenous activism, ocean conservation, global food security and virtual reality. He has been profiled in publications such as The New York Times, NBC, CBS, Surfer Magazine, and more. Cliff is currently based in Hilo, Hawai‘i and can be found tinkering in the lab when not chasing the best waves on the planet. http://www.buthmanmedia.com/ http://www.cliffkapono.com/about Music: Anthony Letterel Jr. Listen to Ep #60 with Cliff Sign up for my monthly email Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 17, 2019 • 1h 36min
#170 Inside MUD\WTR - Co-Founders, Shane Heath & Paul DeJoe
MUD\WTR is an amalgam of organic, earth-grown ingredients lauded by cultures old and young around the world for their health and performance benefits. Packed with adaptogenic mushroom compounds, each ingredient was included in this blend for a specific purpose to complement a life that demands one's best. Stop new offshore drilling with Surfrider Follow MUD\WTR on Instagram Follow Shane on Instagram Listen to Bottomfeeder Sign up for my monthly email Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 11, 2019 • 1h 53min
#169 Politics and Comedy - The Young Turks, Malcolm Fleschner
The Young Turks (TYT) is the largest online news show in the world. It serves as the flagship program of the TYT Network, a multi-channel network of associated web series focusing on news and current events. Follow Malcolm on Twitter Support Looking For Marla Listen to Nate Maingaurd Allow my self-indulgent emails to flood your inbox Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 2, 2019 • 1h 23min
#168 Mickey Avalon
Mickey Avalon is an American rapper from Hollywood, California. His debut self-titled solo album was released on Interscope/Shoot to Kill Records in association with MySpace Records. Frequent topics of Avalon's songs are his experiences with substance abuse and prostitution. Follow Mickey on Instagram Support the By Hand Project Listen to Pinstripe Loveseat Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

May 28, 2019 • 1h 19min
#167 Fish Slayer - Alan Lovewell
Alan Lovewell is the founder of Real Good Fish. Real Good Fish is a community of fishermen that use sustainable catch methods and do weekly deliveries to over 100 neighborhoods in California. Follow Real Good Fish on Instagram Conor Spicer Music https://www.realgoodfish.com/ Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

May 24, 2019 • 56min
#166 Pro Surfer - Nat Young
Nat Young was world-ranked #8 and ASP Rookie of the Year in 2013. Young was born (1991) and raised on the Westside of Santa Cruz, and started riding waves on a bodyboard at age 5. He is currently rated #2 on the WQS. Follow Nat on Instagram Listen to Conner Spicer Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe

May 16, 2019 • 1h 24min
#165 Comedian - Moshe Kasher
Moshe Kasher. Comedian. Child Genius. Jew. Jew Comedian. OBGYN. Pleasure center. Good tipper. Guiding light. Beefcake. Featured on: NBC, E!’s Chelsea Lately, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central’s Drunk History, @midnight, Conan, Carson Daly, Showtime’s Shameless, MTV & more… Co-host of The Champs podcast and the author of the acclaimed memoir Kasher In The Rye. Selected as one of Variety Magazine’s “Ten Comics to Watch”, LA Times’ “Faces to Watch”, and iTunes’ “Comic of the Year”. Go to Netflix and watch his comedy special Moshe Kasher Live In Oakland. Follow Moshe on Instagram Buy me a coffee on Patreon Follow me on Instagram Box of Goodies The Motherfucker Awards Contact: info@kyle.surf Mud Water Use the code KYLE10 to get $10 off your subscription of Mud. SC Medicinals Use the code KYLE10 to get 10% off everything at SC Medicinals. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe


