WMJ is one of the most influential riders the sport of wakeboarding has seen in the past decade, and that hasn't happened without hard work and dedication to the sport. Wes didn't fully get into wakeboarding until he went to college, where he discovered the two tower cable system, and that changed everything. After spending some time at CWC in the Philippines, and then at Jibtopia wake park, Wes eventually found his home at Valdosta Wake Compound, where he resided to this day. Skinny stance, a tractor accident, the coalition edits, almost getting a felony for building a rail, the start of space mob, becoming a pro rider, designing board graphics, filming full length movies, having a baby, and space tapes. Hear all that and much more in Episode 40 of the Grab Matters Podcast, no streaming on all major platforms and available to watch on YouTube!

In the second installment of Shop Talk we sit down with pro riders Trent Stuckey and Riley Dillon and talk the Aussie Triple Crown w/John Dreiling, ROTY, the edits Gone West and Grounded, snowboarding vs. wakeboarding w/Liam Brearley, manufactured vs. homemade features, how to get more “pro” riders in wakeboarding, events, Puka Nacua catching a pass while wakeboarding, and much more! The goal with the Shop Talk episodes is to serve as a hub for watersports discussion, taking questions and comments from our Patreon members to help spark conversation.

Has anyone driven a towboat more than Travis Moye? No. Travis is the owner and operator of one of the best watersports schools in the world, and has been around the industry for decades. Initially getting his start waterskiing, Travis pursued 3-event for years, and even competed professionally. Although, he admittedly made more money from waterskiing when he was 12 than when he was 25. After abruptly stopping his professional skiing career Travis continued to put his focus towards coaching. Travis is an outspoken and passionate member of the watersports community, and has contributed to the progression of countless skiers and riders throughout storied career. First in the family to not be a doctor, quitting skiing, being sponsored by Toyota boats, $500 salary at 12 years old, The Boarding School, hot takes, what a progressive edge really is, and snobby skiers. Hear all that and more in Episode 39 of the Grab Matters Podcast!

Want to hear from the brains behind a massive movement in women’s wakeboarding? Sina Jacobsen is not only a wakeboarder herself, but has also led the charge to create a space for women in the sport of wakeboarding, all while balancing her own love for progression and riding. From Germany all the way over to Valdosta Wake Compound, Sina has been an integral part of the wakeboarding community for the past several years, and also might be one of the nicest people in the world. Getting her cat stolen, broken arm, getting kicked out of a cable park, starting CopyCatsClub, creating a print magazine, and being a mother. Hear all that and much more in Episode 38 of the Grab Matters Podcast, now streaming on all major platforms!

From being a pro rider to being behind the scenes of one of the industry's biggest publications, Ben Greenwood has seen just about everything when it comes to wakeboarding. Getting his start riding on the water during the beautiful summers or the northeastern United States, Ben quickly found a passion for the feeling that wakeboarding gave him. Never one for contests or competition, Ben's drive gave from his desire to make wakeboarding look and feel good. After moving to Florida, Ben began picking up sponsors and even a professional podium. However, getting photos and filming for videos was where we saw the most from his riding, and earned him 2005 ROTY. Unique grabs, clean landings, Ben embodied what good style looks like behind the boat. Getting his first cover, Aaron Reed not remembering his name, the pete rose, chugging milk, almost getting hit by a plane, winning ROTY, working at Wakeboarding Magazine, the decline of print, TOTY, and the Wake Awards. Hear all that and much more in Episode 37 of the Grab Matters Podcast!

Are you ready for some wakeskate convo? Well, Bobby is about to provide it. Bobby Sutherland is a wakeskater, live-stream god, business owner, and is known by many as being the commissioner of the Professional Wakeskate League. Growing up Bobby had a fascination with wakeboarding, and once he saw he could ditch the bindings, Bob picked up a wakeskate and hasn't put it down since. Bobby is an incredibly important behind the scenes piece of wakeboarding and wakeskating, putting on high quality livestreams like Valdosta’s annual Yardsale event, as well as every PWL stop each year. Equal pay, awkward stances, backyard 2.0's, streaming events for OnlyFans models, starting the PWL, and getting punched at a winch spot. Hear all that and much more in Episode 36 of the Grab Matters Podcast!

Massimiliano Piffaretti just might be every wakeboarders favorite wakeboarder, and for good reason. Coming from Italy Massi grew up both snowboarding and wakeboarding, which might attribute to his unique style on a board. Currently Massi is one of few riders in the sport to be considered a true ATV, killing it behind the boat, at the park, and in the streets. Between contest results and video projects, Massi is constantly pushing his riding in a unique way. Growing up on Lake Como, moving to Florida, balancing boat and cable, La Familia, full parts, Citrus, dipping pizza in ranch, Portnoy putting pizza boy on blast, and injuries. Hear all that and much more in Episode 35 of The Grab Matters Podcast!

Andy Oke is a Canadian wake park owner, rider, and has been referred to as one of the "fathers" of the current Canadian wakeboard scene. Raised near Lake Huron, Andy didn't grow up with countless days filled with sunshine, calm water, and perfect wakes. But the passion for wakeboarding still was strong, and as he rode more he continued to pursue the sport. From his humble beginnings running a surf shop and being a bouncer, to owning and operating a cable park with three 2-tower systems, Andy has been active in the wake community to say the least. Naked wakeboarding, getting punched in the face, losing a wakepark, starting another wakepark, driving 21 hours straight, Jay Brearley, friends getting thrown through glass, countless tacos, a fascination for operating 2 tower cables, and being allergic to water. Hear all that and much more in Episode 34 of the Grab Matters Podcast, now streaming on all major platforms!

Today we sit down with professional wakeboarders Guenther Oka and John Dreiling to talk all things wakeboarding. We chat about the current state of Liquid Leisure, Guenther's injury and his recovery process, X-Games Real Wake, what it means to be a "pro", how to get sponsors, the best time for edits and movies to come out, and watch new videos from Rien van der Pas as well as Riley Dillon, as well as take calls from Alex Figgins and Jacob Simmons.

Oh how the tables have turned! In this episode of the Grab Matters Podcast we have guest host Oli Derome jump on the other side of the mic and interview the usual host of the podcast, Hunter Thane. Hunter is a wakeboarder and "podcaster" from Michigan, who recently made the decision to move down to Florida to be amongst the industry and continue to grow the pod. Getting his start in wakeboarding later than most, Hunter began riding behind his parents pontoon boat, but it wasn't until he discovered cable riding that he really became obsessed with wakeboarding. Getting into riding, boat shows, working at cable parks, a plethora of Instagram pages, poison ivy, winching, full parts, milk reviews, and starting a podcast. Hear all that and much more in Episode 33 of the Grab Matters Podcast!