The Green Room Podcast
The Green Room Podcast
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Your backstage pass to the world of surfing, hosted by MC and commentator Terry “Tappa” Teece. Tappa sits down with celebrity surfers to share epic wins, brutal wipeouts, and wild stories from life in and out of the water. Whether you’re chasing waves or just some inspiration, The Green Room will leave you stoked to paddle out.
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The podcast focuses on various aspects of surfing culture, including personal journeys of surf legends, stories of triumph and struggle, and the intersection of surfing with environmental issues. Episodes feature discussions about the evolution of women's surfing, innovative coastal engineering, and the influence of mindfulness on performance, giving examples like Serena Brooke’s pioneering role and Tom Carroll’s battle with injuries and substance abuse.
Your backstage pass to the world of surfing, hosted by MC and commentator Terry “Tappa” Teece. From pro surfers and legends of the sport to shapers, innovators and anyone with an epic story and a love for the ocean—The Green Room dives deep. Expect tales of epic wins, brutal wipeouts, and behind-the-scenes moments from life in and out of the water. Whether you’re chasing waves or just some inspiration, this podcast will leave you stoked to paddle out.
This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.
Produced by Podfire
In this episode of Tappa’s Green Room, Terry “Tappa” Teece sits down with Brian and Donna McDonald, the duo behind a stunning surf resort in Fiji. What started as a simple dream of owning a tropical getaway quickly evolved into a decades-long journey of hard work, risk, and passion.
The conversation dives into how a spontaneous land purchase turned into a fully functioning surf resort built largely by hand, the realities of running an off-grid operation, and the challenges of working within local communities and environments. Brian and Donna share stories of early struggles, learning to build from scratch, and creating a sustainable surf destination that now attracts visitors from around the world.
They also explore the world-class waves surrounding the resort, including the powerful Frigates break, and reflect on the deep connections formed with local Fijian communities. From teaching locals to surf to building long-term staff relationships, this episode highlights that the dream lifestyle comes with relentless effort—but incredible rewards.
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