Meet the Team

The WeSurf Podcast was born from two men, two co-founders, and one shared belief: the ocean carries stories worth telling. Kwame LaBassiere, whose work spans epigenetics, diaspora studies, and surf therapy, brings depth and global perspective. Nigel Louis, a culture-keeper connecting and Rockaway’s surf community through Station Surf Shop, brings heart, rhythm, and lived wisdom from the shoreline. Together, they anchor the podcast in community, history, and the soulful pulse of the water.

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  • Co-Founder and Co-Host

    A surfer, technologist, and researcher exploring the intersections of ocean, culture, and healing, Dr. Kwame LaBassiere is one of the driving forces behind WeSurf Media’s mission. His work in epigenetics, hydro-trauma, and African diaspora studies shapes the intellectual and emotional backbone of the podcast.

    Kwame brings a global perspective rooted in scholarship and lived experience—linking surf culture to ancestry, resilience, and the deep wisdom of water. His voice on the podcast is equal parts grounding and expansive, inviting listeners into conversations that stretch across science, spirit, and shoreline.

    Areas of focus:
    • Surf therapy & healing traditions
    • African diaspora ocean histories
    • Epigenetics & hydro-trauma
    • Technology, culture, and community
    • Global surf storytelling

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  • Co-Founder and Co-Host

    A cultural connector, storyteller, and community advocate, Nigel Louis helped build the WeSurf Podcast from idea to movement. Deeply woven into the fabric of Rockaway Beach, Nigel is the owner of Station Surf Shop, where local surfers gather, share stories, and build the relationships that sustain the community.

    His roots in both Rockaway and Caribbean surf culture shape his approach to hosting—bringing authenticity, humor, and heart to every episode. Nigel’s ability to draw out real, human stories makes him a beloved presence across the break.
    He keeps WeSurf grounded in the places and people that gave it life, reminding listeners that surf culture is community culture.

    Areas of focus:
    • Community uplift & surf access
    • Station Surf Shop storytelling & local connections
    • Caribbean & Rockaway surf culture
    • Youth mentorship through surfing
    • Cultural identity & the ocean

Our Mission as Hosts

To make space for stories that matter.
To amplify communities often left out of surf narratives.
To explore the ocean not just as a sport, but as a teacher, healer, archive, and global connector.
And to ensure that every wave of conversation is rooted in truth, curiosity, and community care.