Hell Or High Water
Hell Or High Water
Finisterre
Presented by Lawrence Stafford, a Finisterre podcast exploring the depths of our oceans and the resilience of the human spirit.
EP42: The Making of Gwynnik
Join us as we take a deep dive into the making of Gwynnik, the new 18-minute film by Cinematographer Seth Hughes and Finisterre Ambassador Mike Lay. Listen to the whys and wherefores of the film’s name and the inspiration behind its making, enjoying sofa-side seats with Seth and Mike in our latest Hell or High Water podcast. Send us Fan Mail
May 1
1 hr 8 min
EP41: International Women’s Day Round-table
Sharing the real experiences of real women, this latest episode features a crew of our female ambassadors for a round-table discussion. Featuring Sally McGee, Aline Carrier, Katie McConnell, Lola Bleakley and hosted by Easkey Britton, we dive into their lives and experiences as women in the line up, in science, in art, filmmaking, and more... Send us Fan Mail
Mar 8
1 hr 9 min
EP 40: Don't Discount Our Ocean
This special edition Hell or High Water was created to highlight the work of our Blue Friday partners, Surfers Against Sewage and Surf Rider Foundation, on the fifth echo of our Black Friday initiative. Join guests Giles Bristow and Chad Nelson, the point-men of Surfers Against Sewage and Surf Rider Foundation, as they discuss a myriad climate initiatives to deliver a healthy ocean, how to effectively mobilize people and if we’ve pasted the point at which our sea is beyond salvation.&nb...
Nov 25, 2025
55 min
EP 39: Farmata Dia & Quest Marley - The Far Rockaways
This episode heads to Rockaway Beach, where we talk with Farmata “Farmy” Diallo Dia and Quest Marley of the Larabaya Collective. Together, they explore how New York’s surf scene is being redefined through community, creativity, and representation, highlighting how diverse surfers are carving out space and identity on the city’s waves. Send us Fan Mail
Nov 12, 2025
56 min
EP 38: Amy Powney - All Rivers Lead To The Sea
Finisterre’s Amelia Hornblow and Rose Savidge join designer Amy Powney to explore their latest collaboration, touching on circularity, regenerative thinking, motherhood, and the creativity needed to reimagine fashion’s future with responsibility and care. Send us Fan Mail
Sep 4, 2025
57 min
EP 37: Colin Butfield  - A World Ocean Day Special
To mark World Ocean Day, this special episode of the Hell or High Water podcast dives into the heart of our blue planet with Colin Butfield - Executive Producer and Director of OCEAN, the latest landmark documentary from Sir David Attenborough. Send us Fan Mail
Jun 6, 2025
1 hr
EP 36: Lucy Small & Maddie Meddings - A Surf Film Called Ceibo
Our latest episode falls on a special date in our calendar, International Women’s Day. Understanding that Women have been under-represented within the male-dominated surf industry for too long, for the past three years we have sought to elevate female voices with our Women Of The Sea Film Fund, offering up £10,000 for budding women to tell stories of commandeering their space in the lineup. All of which leads us neatly to today’s podcast guests – Lucy Small, a surfer, journalist and activist,...
Mar 7, 2025
1 hr 2 min
EP 35: Ben Weiland - Return To The Bering
For this episode we caught up with old friend and award-winning, documentary filmmaker Ben Weiland. He has spent the last decade exploring the furthermost reaches of the earth in search of uncharted waves. Specialising in stunning imagery of the natural world combined with the inspiring lives of the islanders he meets, Ben’s work captures independent tales of exploration, creativity and imagination, taking him to the most remote places to discover surf and stories. Send us Fan Mail
Feb 7, 2025
1 hr
EP 34: Dr. Diva Amon   - The Deep Sea
For this next episode we are diving into the unexplored depths of the deep ocean with award-winning marine biologist and ocean advocate, Dr Diva Amon. Born in Trinidad, Diva's lifelong passion for the ocean and its inhabitants is woven into both her personal and professional life – from her childhood ‘playmate’ to the focus of her scientific career. Dedicated to shining a light on the mysteries of the deep ocean for the wider world, Diva is bringing global attention to the impact humanity is ...
Jan 23, 2025
1 hr 17 min
EP 33: Katie McConnell - Science and Surf
In the third episode of our new series in partnership with Talisker Whisky, we caught up with big wave surfer Katie McConnell, our North American Ambassador. Over the four years that Katie has been immersed in big wave riding she’s been named Rookie of the year at Red Bull Magnitude in 2022, before going on to win the Thrillers at Killers event at Todos Santos earlier this year. Send us Fan Mail
Oct 18, 2024
1 hr 26 min
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