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New class focuses on surf culture

Southern California's surf culture is rich and fascinating. A local professor created the first university class that examines surf culture, from lingo to the Aloha philosophy. Host Tom Fudge speaks w

New class focuses on surf culture


Southern California's surf culture is rich and fascinating. A local professor created the first university class that examines surf culture, from lingo to the Aloha philosophy. Host Tom Fudge speaks with the professor about the new class.

Guests:

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  • Jerome Hall , an anthropology professor at University of San Diego. He developed and teaches a course on Surfing Culture and History. He is also an underwater archaeologist. Jane Schmauss , acting director and co-founder of the California Surf Museum in Oceanside.

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