The enduring appeal of surf culture

Whether you consider yourself a surfer or not, surf culture has probably influenced you in some way.

Whether it’s through music, film, fashion, literature or activism, surfing is still popular.

According to new research from the Australian National University, surfing pumps almost $3 billion into the Australian economy every year, thanks to local surfers alone.

In this episode, The Conversation Hour team explores the elements that have turned this hobby into a lifestyle for so many people.