THE PLUG W/ JUSTIN JAY

• JEFF AMENT

  This week on The Plug w/ Justin Jay, we sit down with Jeff Ament—bassist and founding member of Pearl Jam. Beyond the stage, Jeff has been a dedicated skateboarder since his teens and he’s personally funded the construction of over 27 skateparks across his home state of Montana. For Jeff, it’s more than a passion project: he visits these parks regularly to sweep the concrete, skate alongside local kids, and see the positive impact firsthand. In this episode, we talk about his new band, Deaf Charlie, how touring with a side project compares to life on the road with Pearl Jam, and what inspired him to embark on a 1,200-mile skateboarding journey with kids he met through his parks. Have any comments, feedback or suggestions for upcoming guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email The Plug w/ Justin Jay at: theplugpodcast.jj(AT)gmail.com ⁠https://www.theplugwithjustinjay.com/⁠ ⁠https://justinjay.com/⁠ HI 1K - 10 Years / 1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore by Justin Jay: ⁠https://www.hi1k.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• GERRY LOPEZ

  Few names in surfing carry the weight and reverence of Gerry Lopez. Known for his effortless style and grace at the Banzai Pipeline, Lopez redefined what it meant to surf one of the world’s most dangerous waves—with poise and poetry. He's a two-time Pipe Masters winner, but his legacy doesn’t end in the barrel. In this episode, we sit down with the man they call Mr. Pipeline to talk about his unique dual role in the newly released book Surfer Stories—as both a subject and a storyteller. Alongside guest Claudia Lebenthal, the book’s editor and creative force, they reflect on Gerry’s enduring influence and the intimate portrait he paints in his essay on fellow legend Garrett McNamara. Lopez also shares what five decades of yoga have taught him about flow—on waves and in life—and how staying grounded, along with his mantra of “keep paddling,” has helped him navigate challenges far beyond the lineup. And finally, we dig into the decision that raised eyebrows in surf circles: Gerry’s partnership with Costco to release an affordable line of signature Wavestorm soft-top surfboards. Don’t miss this conversation with one of the most respected and compelling figures in the history of surfing. You can find Surfer Stories, edited by Claudia Lebenthal, wherever you get your books. Have any comments, feedback or suggestions for upcoming guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email The Plug w/ Justin Jay at: theplugpodcast.jj(AT)gmail.com https://www.theplugwithjustinjay.com/ https://justinjay.com/ HI 1K - 10 Years / 1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore by Justin Jay: https://www.hi1k.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• KAI LENNY

  Kai Lenny is a professional big-wave surfer and one of the most respected watermen on the planet. He’s mastered stand-up paddling, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and foiling—pushing the limits of what’s possible on waves of consequence. Over the course of his career, he’s won the SUP Race World Championship, the KSP Kiting World Championship, the Sunset Beach SUP Pro, and the Nazaré Tow Surfing Challenge. After the devastating fires in Maui in 2023, he founded the Positively Kai Foundation to help assist residents affected by the fires. So how did he strike up a friendship with one of the richest and most polarizing tech figures in the world? And what aspect of Mark Zuckerberg surprised him the most? We’ll find out as we sit down for a chat with one of the most esteemed and multi-talented athletes in the world of extreme sports. His list of sponsors includes:  Red Bull, Nike, Hurley, GoPro, and TAG Heuer. Have any comments, feedback or suggestions for upcoming guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email The Plug w/ Justin Jay at: theplugpodcast.jj(AT)gmail.com https://www.theplugwithjustinjay.com/ https://justinjay.com/ HI 1K - 10 Years / 1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore by Justin Jay: https://www.hi1k.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• BRIAN BOWEN SMITH

  Brian Bowen Smith is one of Hollywood's most sought after celebrity photographers. His work can be seen on billboards, books, movie posters and magazines. Brian has a keen understanding that shooting pictures of high-profile subjects requires more than just technical proficiency with lighting and composition. There’s a psychological skill involved in being able to read the room, navigate egos, and capture a compelling picture despite the sometimes unpredictable emotional state of his subjects. Through years of experience, he’s mastered the ability to meet each celebrity where they are, and adapt to their energy in order to get the perfect shot. It’s a delicate balancing act that involves equal parts artistry, problem-solving, diplomacy and psychological intelligence.  So why was Madonna’s offer to have him shoot her new album cover rescinded? How did he get Warren Beatty’s cell phone number after shedding a tear? We’ll find out as we sit down for a chat with a guy behind the lens who has no shortage of LA stories.  Have any comments, feedback or suggestions for upcoming guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email The Plug w/ Justin Jay at: [email protected] https://www.theplugwithjustinjay.com/ https://justinjay.com/ HI 1K - 10 Years / 1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore by Justin Jay: https://www.hi1k.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• RANDALL POSTER

  Randall Poster is a highly sought-after music supervisor for film and television who has worked closely with legendary directors like Wes Anderson, Richard Linklater, Martin Scorsese, and countless others. He’s helped craft some of Hollywood’s most iconic soundtracks, including Rushmore, The Wolf of Wall Street, Boyhood, and over 100 feature films. His knack for utilizing timeless classics and for finding the perfect deep cut to enhance storytelling has made him one of the most celebrated and sought-after supervisors in film and television. So, why does he believe that the Beatles are kryptonite for a movie’s music? What does it take to actually license Led Zeppelin for a soundtrack? We’ll find out as we sit down for a conversation with the Grammy Award winning music supervisor who’s responsible for curating some of the most unforgettable musical moments of the past two decades. Have any comments, feedback or suggestions for upcoming guests? We'd love to hear from you. Email The Plug w/ Justin Jay at: [email protected] https://www.theplugwithjustinjay.com/ https://justinjay.com/ HI 1K - 10 Years / 1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore by Justin Jay: https://www.hi1k.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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