Episode
The Berkeley Physicist Whose Invention Changed Surfing Forever
- Podcast
- The Bay
- Published
- May 25, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1380
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Summary
The wetsuit changed surfing forever, making it possible for surfers to wade in the frigid waters of the Bay and allow the scene to thrive. In this episode of Bay Curious, we learn about the Ocean Beach surfers and the UC Berkeley physicist who had a part to play in the wetsuit’s invention. Links: The Wetsuit Changed Surfing — We’ve Got a Berkeley Physicist to Thank for It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices