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Vast Lives

Vast Lives

38 episodes

2 weeks ago

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...

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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...

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Episodes (20/38)

Vast Lives

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...

2 weeks ago

26 minutes

Vast Lives

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?

1 month ago

54 minutes

Vast Lives

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 ...

1 month ago

41 minutes

Vast Lives

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 ...

2 months ago

4 minutes

Vast Lives

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 imp...

2 months ago

32 minutes

Vast Lives

Backyard to Table - Cape Town's Pizza Shed

In this episode of the Vast Lives Podcast, Steve is in Cape Town South Africa with James Williams. Cape Town has recently grown in its global culinary stature with many world class chefs calling the mother city home. James Williams is the co-founder of Pizza Shed. On a bustling Thursday evening Bree Street in downtown Cape Town springs to life. The infamous first Thursday is as vibrant and popular as the hype suggests. Cafe style culture with chairs, tables music and merriment sprawl ...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Vast Lives

Wake Surfing & Brewing Coffee.

Shirley Lee and Steve discuss life & leisure in bustling Taipei. Shirley is an entrepreneur as well as an accomplished water sports athlete. Wake surfing is gaining popularity in Taiwan and Shirley is a valued member on the Taiwanese national team. Bolong Cafe is her daytime focus, from selecting the best coffee beans from around the world to roasting and hosting pop up events. Her sense of fostering a community driven by a common love for the ocean and sustainable living is...

3 months ago

27 minutes

Vast Lives

23 00 Miles Cycling & Surfing around Africa

Lesther & Stefanie, Episode 31 It was a Saturday afternoon when Steve caught sight of Lesther and Stefanie cycling the Garden route on South Africa's east coast. What caught Steve's attention was that Lesther was pulling a trailer with surfboard. A few days later and a few hundred kilometers up the highway Steve saw them on the side of the road. After greeting them with a passing Shaka - Lesther and Steve locked eyes. Something compelled Steve to turn around and find out more. Aft...

3 months ago

39 minutes

Vast Lives

Hawaii & Taiwan more than a cultural connection. The Parrish family.

In this episode Steve is in Taiwan with Duggar and camie Parrish. Parents to Noa and Keanu who both have strong connections with the Vast. community. Duggar was born in California and raised on Oahu, Camie is native to Taiwan. From an early age Duggar showed keen interest in sports. His early days on Oahu were spent at the Hui Nalu outrigger canoe club, paddling as a steersman. For many years Duggar has been a part of the Coastal Patrol & places a lot of emphasis on Ocean Safety. In 1992 ...

4 months ago

47 minutes

Vast Lives

Rasta Big Wave Rider - Cassiem Collier

Cassiem Collier, is a leader and elder in the Muizenberg Cape Town Surfing community. Banner Image Credit : Nic Bothma In this episode 29 of the Vast Lives podcast. Steve and Cass sit down for a cup of coffee and fond recollection of the indellibale mark he and Ian Armstrong left in 1999 at The Todos Santos big Wave Championship. The stage was set and the world's greatest big wave riders gathered for the world championship event. Cass recollects with a wry smile and glint in his eye, ''The...

4 months ago

52 minutes

Vast Lives

Learn to Surf before you Swim

Vast Lives episode 28 with Wang Qwei also affectionately known as Queeny by her peers. Steve and Queeny discuss her role in the local surfing community but most notably her versatility and drive which has made her not only an accomplished Surfer but an Entrepreneur. It was clear from the outset that Queeny is passionate about her goals. During the conversation Steve was surprised to learn that she started Surfing for two years before she could swim. Such was her determination. Queeny ...

5 months ago

28 minutes

Vast Lives

Africa's last Hippie - Bruce Gold

In this episode, Steve travels to the infamous Jeffreys Bay, South Africa—otherwise known as J-Bay—considered by the global surf community to be one of the finest right-hand point breaks in the world. Steve meets with local legend Bruce Gold. And while the term “legend” is often overused, in Bruce’s case, it’s well-earned. He has been part of the J-Bay community for over six decades, dating back to the early days when surfers camped out in the dunes beneath the milkwood trees, long bef...

5 months ago

44 minutes

Vast Lives

Hawaii to Taiwan Shaping the future of surfing in Asia

In this episode Steve chats to Keith Kajioka, founder of Formosa Surfboards. Growing up in a middle-class neighborhood Keith opened up about his family challenges. Keith's experiences resonated with Steve who could relate due to having similar struggles growing up. Keith recounted his early jobs which allowed him to surf during the day. His passion for surfing was clear, and a priority for him over school, which led to some trouble with the law and unfortunately a stint in juvenile dete...

5 months ago

58 minutes

Vast Lives

The Healing Power of Music and Nature : Rima Zeidan's Inspiring Story

In this episode, Steve sat down with the talented and multifaceted artist Rima. They quickly built rapport around their joint appreciation for the natural beauty of coastal Taiwan. These places are vitally important to Rima for grounding herself and reconnecting with nature. Rima was raised in Taiwan which, combined with her Lebanese heritage meant that she was constantly exposed to many languages and cultures. She discussed how her diverse upbringing moulded her mindset and creativity. The...

6 months ago

37 minutes

Vast Lives

Taipei Surf, Street, and the Entrepreneurial Spirit

In this episode, Steve meets Mick Yu Tsang Chou — founder, shopkeeper, and unlikely surf evangelist — whose boutique surf shop quietly anchors a growing community on the fringes of Taipei’s fast-paced urban life. o From Taipei’s dense streets to the open water: how Mick discovered surfing at 20 and cultivated a deep connection with nature. o A formative stint in California’s Orange County, where surf culture is as ubiquitous as coffee, shaping his sensibility for lifestyle and retail. o Th...

6 months ago

26 minutes

Vast Lives

Josh Campbell - Taiwanderful Recycle Co

Join Steve as he travels to the scenic east coast of Taiwan to sit down with Josh Campbell, co-founder of Taiwanderful Recycle Co, for an inspiring conversation about innovative recycling solutions and community engagement. Discover how this unique studio is transforming plastic waste into purposeful products through education and hands-on involvement. o - Steve's visit to Donghe and the importance of clean, sorted waste in effective recycling practices. o - Introduction to Josh, his backgro...

7 months ago

38 minutes

Vast Lives

Surfing ISP, ASP to WSL - Jim Hayes was there before it all.

It was a rainy evening, Steve and some of the Vast crew visited Jim Hayes surf shop Tropical Blends based in Ji'an. The day had been packed with surf exploration in and around Hualien County, Taiwan. As the crew caught their breath they were mesmerised by the scent of resin, wood and surf wax. A space where any surfer would admit to having a sensory overload. As Steve and Jim dived into their conversation, Jim reminisced about his early years starting out as an entrepreneur before leg ropes ...

8 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Vast Lives

Jaz Kaner - Surfing Malibu at Midnight

In Episode 21 of the latest Vast Lives podcast Steve sits down with Jaz Kaner — Jaz is not just a stand-up comic but a musician who runs a surf school Banzai, all the way in Huntington Beach California. They ended up recording at the Vast surf shop tucked away in downtown Taiwan, a backdrop that perfectly captured the discussion about a recent, pretty wild island trip filled with nature, killer surf spots, and plenty of tasty bites. The Vast 10 year friendship tour. Jaz kicked things off by s...

8 months ago

34 minutes

Vast Lives

OK Liao - Artist , Bodyboarder, Film Director

In this episode 20 of the Vast Lives podcast. Steve and well respected artist OK Liao sat down to get deep about a few subjects close to OK's heart. OK's home is adorned with art and memorabilia that gives one the feeling of a warm welcoming Aloha spirit. His home and studio are a testament to his love for Hawaii and the Ocean in general. A palette of minty greens and dusty pink's collide in harmony on the walls behind, any ocean lover would feel right at home. The conversation was led by d...

8 months ago

26 minutes

Vast Lives

Jun Jo - Pro Surfer turned Creative Director

In this much anticipated episode 19 of the Vast Lives Podcast, Steve get's a chance to have a discussion with Jun Jo—a surfer with a creative twist—in a beautiful field near Taichung, Taiwan. It was all part of a long, winding 10‑year friendship tour, Steve felt lucky to listen in as Jun unraveled his own journey from wave riding to making bold moves in the creative world. The conversation jumped straight into Jun's background. Jun Jo’s story isn’t typical—born in Miyazaki, Japan, he moved t...

9 months ago

52 minutes