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This week, we're taking Bonifay Banter ON THE ROAD! Parks and Shane packed up the microphones and headed to Valdosta Wake Compound for Yard Sale 8, one of the wildest gatherings in wakeboarding! No studio, just catching up with friends, checking out the action, and getting the inside scoop on everything going down at Yard Sale 8. With some of the best riders and personalities in wakeboarding all in one place, you know there's no shortage of people to talk to or stories to tell. The boys catch up with Wesley Mark Jacobsen with his wife Sina, and the man behind putting the whole event together Quinn Silvernale with Cross "Crawdad" Bearden on the mics, along with plenty of other familiar faces who stop by throughout the day. Between the riding, the chaos, and all the friends showing up, this one is a little different from your normal episode of Bonifay Banter — and that's what makes it so much fun. In this special episode: 🎤 Bonifay Banter hits the road for some on-site reporting at Yard Sale 8 🌊 Checking out all the action at Valdosta Wake Compound 🤘 Catching up with Wesley Mark Jacobsen and Sina 🦞 Quinn Silvernale and Cross "Crawdad" Bearden jump on the mics  😂 Random conversations, unexpected guests, and plenty of laughs 🚀 Getting a firsthand look at one of the most unique events in wakeboarding There's something special about getting everyone together at an event like Yard Sale. It's not just about the riding — it's about the people, and the good times that make the wakeboarding community what it is. So come hang out with Parks and Shane as they take you behind the scenes at Yard Sale 8! This is Bonifay Banter, live from the middle of it all! This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com THE TROPHIES WERE MADE BY SOME GLASS FO YO ASS (check them out and get a custom piece) Someglassfoyoass.com [email protected] @someglassfoyoass  STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #YardSale8 #ValdostaWakeCompound #Wakeboarding #WesleyMarkJacobsen #QuinnSilvernale #CrossBearden #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #CableWakeboarding #WakeLife #ActionSports #Podcast

This week, Parks and Shane welcome one of their closest friends, Jimmy LaRiche, to the Banter Studio for an episode packed with hilarious stories, old memories, and plenty of classic Bonifay chaos. Jimmy goes way back with the Bonifay brothers, and their friendship goes way beyond wakeboarding. He was there when Shane met his wife, actually introduced Parks to his wife, and has been part of some of the biggest moments in both of their lives. Over the years, Jimmy and Shane shared a bunch of the same sponsors, which meant traveling the world together, riding, filming, and getting into all kinds of trouble along the way. Somewhere between the contests, trips, and good times, the two became best friends. Jimmy even lived in the same neighborhood as Shane for years, making them practically neighbors when they weren't traveling together. And it's not just Jimmy who's part of the Bonifay Banter family. The LaRiches have been a huge part of the podcast from the beginning, with Jimmy's mom and cousins helping out with everything from appearing on episodes to making merch and even designing the Bonifay Banter logo! With this much history between them, you know the stories are going to be good. And if you've ever wondered what number Shane is thinking of, you might want to tune into this episode! Between the Halloween stories, never-before-released footage, fantasy football arguments, and the ridiculous memories these three share, this episode feels less like an interview and more like hanging out with a group of best friends who have way too much dirt on each other. In this episode, the boys get into: 💍 Jimmy being there when Shane met his wife and introducing Parks to his ✈️ Years of traveling the world together while sharing sponsors 🎃 Some absolutely hilarious Halloween stories from back in the day 🏈 Fantasy football, trash talk, and who's really running the league 🎥 The wakeboard video section Shane and Jimmy filmed together that never got released 🏡 Years of being neighbors and all the good times that came with it 🤝 How the LaRiche family has helped make Bonifay Banter what it is today 🚤 Master Bash! The MasterCraft appreciation day that Jimmy helps put together 🔥 What Jimmy has been up to these days and what's next for him This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results Another trip down memory lane with one of the guys who was actually there to capture it. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #JimmyLaRiche #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #Wakeboarding #MasterCraft #MasterBash #WakeboardHistory #FantasyFootball #ActionSports #Podcast

Bonifay Banter — Episode 43 | Rodrigo Donoso This week, Parks and Shane sit down with longtime friend and legendary photographer Rodrigo Donoso. Rod has been around wakeboarding for a long time and has captured countless iconic moments along the way — including plenty of photos of the Bonifay brothers. He’s traveled, shot, and hung out with some of the biggest names in the sport, so you already know he came to the Banter Studio with some great stories. The boys talk about how Rod first found wakeboarding, how he got started behind the camera, and what it was like documenting the sport during some of its most memorable years. They also look back at some of the photos and stories involving Parks and Shane and what was actually happening behind the scenes when those shots were taken. But Rod’s career behind the camera goes way beyond wakeboarding these days. He talks about shooting everything from MMA and rodeo to foiling with Laird Hamilton, and how photographing so many different sports has kept things interesting after all these years. In this episode: 📸 How Rod got into photography and wakeboarding  🤘 Years of shooting Parks, Shane, and some of wakeboarding’s biggest names  😂 The stories behind some classic Bonifay photos  🌎 Traveling and documenting the sport during an unforgettable era  🥊 What it’s like shooting COWBOY and cowboys  🐂 Photographing rodeo and completely different sports  🌊 Shooting foiling with Laird Hamilton  🎈 The classic hot air balloon story 🔥 And plenty more stories from decades behind the camera Rod has been there for so many moments in wakeboarding history, but what makes this episode great is that he has the stories to go along with the photos. Between his history with the Bonifays, everything he’s seen through the lens, and where photography has taken him since, there’s a lot to unpack in this one. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A PRINT FROM ROD WHICH IS HIS FAVORTIE PHOTO HE TOOK OF SHANE. -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results Another trip down memory lane with one of the guys who was actually there to capture it. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: Bonifay Banter #BonifayBanter #RodrigoDonoso #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #Wakeboarding #WakeboardPhotography #WakeboardHistory #LairdHamilton #ActionSports #Photography #Podcast

Bruce Clem and longtime friend Scott Byerly hop in the studio for an episode that feels like opening up a time capsule from one of the best eras in wakeboarding. Bruce was the mastermind behind the legendary wakeboard film For What It’s Worth, one of the early digital wakeboard videos and still one of the best snapshots of what it was actually like to be a pro wakeboarder back then. Bruce wasn’t just behind the camera — he was close friends with many of the biggest names in the sport, which meant he was always in the right place, at the right time, with the camera rolling. And the stories prove it. Bruce talks about how he first got into wakeboarding, how he met Pat Panakos, the making of For What It’s Worth, and what it was like filming and traveling with some of the most legendary riders of that era. But this one goes way beyond wakeboarding. The boys get into: 🎥 The story behind For What It’s Worth 📸 Bruce’s years as one of wakeboarding’s top photographers and filmmakers 🤝 How he became so close with the biggest riders in the sport 🌴 Meeting Pat Panakos and getting pulled into the wakeboard world 😂 Scott Byerly helping fill in the “yeah, that’s how it happened” details 🎤 A wild story involving Snoop Dogg 🚗 Some absolutely insane car accident stories 🛣️ Life on the road during one of wakeboarding’s wildest eras 🔥 And a whole lot more stories that somehow keep getting crazier Bruce is one of those guests who can tell a story like nobody else, and having Byerly sitting next to him makes this episode even better. These guys were there for so many iconic moments, and hearing them remember how it all actually went down is something wakeboard fans are going to love. If you’re into old-school wakeboarding, classic videos, photography, or just unbelievable stories from people who lived it, Episode 42 is a must-watch. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com -IF YOU WANT TO WATCH FOR WHAT ITS WORTH FROM BRUCE AND PAT PANAKOS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PklOB6ysrcY STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY SOME PRINTS FROM BRUCES ARCHIVE OF AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHS. -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #BruceClem #ScottByerly #ForWhatItsWorth #Wakeboarding #WakeboardHistory #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #ActionSports #WakeboardFilm #Podcast

This week, Parks and Shane sit down with Hank Amos, a guy whose career has taken him from the early days of waterskiing and wakeboarding all the way to some of the biggest movie sets in Hollywood. Hank goes way back with the Bonifay family. He worked alongside Parks and Shane’s parents, Pete and Betty Bonifay, at Cypress Gardens, and Pete was even the one who taught Hank how to hang glide — which, as you can imagine, led to some pretty wild stories. Hank was one of the original freestyle jumpers, helping push waterskiing forward by inventing tricks and taking jumping in a completely new direction. He was also there during the early days of professional wakeboarding, touring alongside riders like Zane Schwenk and watching the sport develop firsthand. But that was only the beginning. Hank eventually took his skills into the stunt world and built an incredible career as a stuntman and stunt coordinator, working on massive Hollywood productions including Avengers and plenty more. In this episode, the boys get into: 🪂 Crazy hang gliding stories with Pete Bonifay  🌴 Working at Cypress Gardens and how Hank met Pete and Betty  ⛷️ Pushing freestyle jumping and inventing new tricks  🚤 Stories from the early days of wakeboarding and life on tour  🎬 How Hank made the transition from watersports into Hollywood stunts  🔥 Why wakeboarders and waterskiers make such great stunt performers  💥 Behind-the-scenes stories from a career working on massive movies  😂 And, of course, plenty of stories from the early days that Parks and Shane have never heard before Hank has been around for some incredible chapters in action sports history, and he’s got the stories to prove it. From flying hang gliders and pushing the limits on water to coordinating stunts on some of the biggest films in the world, this guy has lived one hell of a life. If you love old-school waterskiing, Hollywood stunt stories, or just hearing from someone who was actually there when it all went down, Episode 41 is a good one. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com September 5th is the Mastercraft Buzzer Beater presented by Parks Bonifay, there will be a live stream if you aren’t around central Florida but if you are and want to attend feel free, info on parks instagram or Mastercraft.com -Live stream on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/live/XHBCeR3aFP4 RANDALL HARRIS MEMORIAL AUCTION https://vandallboat.com HARMONY People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own.  WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results

This week, Parks and Shane sit down with Fynn Bullock, a guy doing something not many athletes can say they do — competing professionally in two completely different board sports. Fynn is a pro wakeboarder AND a pro snowboarder, spending half the year chasing summer on the water and the other half chasing winter in the mountains. And he's not just competing in both — he's winning. Fresh off a massive contest win and a $50,000 payday at Wakefest, Fynn joins the boys to talk about what it takes to travel the world and compete at the highest level in two sports. Parks is especially intrigued by how the two worlds cross over. Does training for snowboarding make Fynn a better wakeboarder? Does wakeboarding help him on the mountain? Or does trying to stay at the top of two sports actually make things harder? The boys get into: 💰 Fynn's huge recent win and taking home $50,000 at Wakefest 🏂 Spending half the year competing as a professional snowboarder 🌊 Spending the other half traveling and competing as a professional wakeboarder 🤔 The similarities and differences between wakeboarding and snowboarding 💪 Whether competing in two sports helps or hurts his progression ✈️ What it's like basically traveling the world year-round 🔥 Spin To Win, Rapid Fires, and Patreon questions 🎥 Looking back at an edit Shane made with Fynn about five years ago and how much has changed since then Fynn is one of those athletes who's hard to put in a box. Whether he's strapped into a wakeboard or a snowboard, he's finding ways to progress, compete, and win. This is a great conversation about what it takes to chase two professional careers at the same time — and somehow make it work. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com RANDALL HARRIS MEMORIAL AUCTION https://vandallboat.com HARMONY People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own.  WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY SOME SUAY HATS SIGNED BY FYNN (ONE PRO WAKEBOARD TOUR) AND THE OTHER A SUAY, ALSO A OLDER STANDARD QUARTERLY MAG. -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results Tune in for Episode 40 of Bonifay Banter with Fynn Bullock! 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #FynnBullock #Wakeboarding #Snowboarding #ProWakeboarding #ProSnowboarding #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #ActionSports #Podcast #WakeLife

Parks and Shane are joined by some of the best female wakeboarders in the world, Zahra Kell and Euge De Armas, just before Stop 2 of the Pro Wakeboard Tour. (This episode was recorded before the event and released afterward.) Since then, Euge has gone on to win the stop and now sits at the top of the Pro Tour points standings! The girls stop by the Banter Studio for an awesome conversation covering everything from career-defining moments to life growing up on opposite sides of the world. In this episode, the crew talks about: 🏆 Euge's journey to the top of professional wakeboarding and what has her riding better than ever 🩼 Zahra's crash on a ts 9 that tweaked her knee a little but not to worry, she will back on it in no time  🇦🇺 Growing up wakeboarding in Australia with Zahra 🇦🇷 Euge's upbringing in Argentina and how her older sister inspired her to start riding 💥 Some of their biggest crashes and the lessons they've learned along the way 🎥 Shane's memories of filming with them on Liquid Force trips in Australia, Lake Powell, and all over the world ⏸️ Zahra's decision to step away from riding for two years and what ultimately brought her back to the sport ZAHRA KELL INSTA  https://www.instagram.com/zahrakell/?hl=en EUGE DE ARMAS INSTA https://www.instagram.com/eugedea/?hl=en The conversation is full of laughs, old stories, and great insight into what it takes to compete at the highest level. It was awesome having both of these incredible athletes back in the studio, and even better seeing the women's side of the sport continuing to grow and push wakeboarding forward. Congratulations again to Euge on her Pro Tour victory, and best of luck to Zahra as she will be back for the next Pro tour. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com RANDALL HARRIS MEMORIAL AUCTION https://vandallboat.com HARMONY People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own.  WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A LIQUID FORCE “EVERYONE WATCHES WOMENS WAKEBOARDING TEE SHIRT, LIQUID FORCE VEST AND SOME JETPILOT TEE SHIRTS https://www.liquidforce.com/products/womens-wakeboarding-tee?variant=52394861297957 -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #ZahraKell #EugeDeArmas #Wakeboarding #ProWakeTour #LiquidForce #WomensWakeboarding #ActionSports #Podcast #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #WakeLife

This week is a special one as the Banter Studio is packed with the crew behind one of wakeboarding's most talked-about films, La Familia The Movie. The episode is split into two parts, starting with Argentine twin brothers Ulf Ditsch and Kai Ditsch. These two have become known around the world for taking some of the most technical tricks imaginable and doing them bigger than anyone else, sending everything way out into the flats. Parks and the boys dive into: 🇦🇷 What it was like growing up wakeboarding in Argentina  ⚽ Argentina's unforgettable 2022 FIFA World Cup celebration and partying in the streets with the entire country  🔥 How they developed into two of the most noticeable riders in the sport  🥩 Parks' theory that Argentina's BBQ might be the secret to producing incredible wakeboarders  🎥 Filming for the La Familia movie and what the premiere back home was like Then the studio gets even more crowded as Tyler Higham, Massi Piffaretti, and filmmaker Daniel Miles join the conversation. The second half is full of laughs as the crew talks about: 🎬 What it took to create the La Familia movie  🤯 Which wakeboard tricks deserve to be reinvented  💰 What everyone would do if they won the lottery  💻 Massi keeping Daniel alive by bringing him food while he disappeared into editing sessions  🎉 Massi's legendary party tricks  😂 Plenty of behind-the-scenes stories, travel memories, and nonstop banter This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com RANDALL HARRIS MEMORIAL AUCTION https://vandallboat.com HARMONY People coming together in one accord to accomplish something greater than they could ever achieve on their own.  WAKEBOARDING HISTORY FOR HARMONY Alongside the tribute boat, riders, filmmakers, and friends are contributing one-of-a-kind memorabilia and donated experiences to help support Harmony. LA FAMILIA https://linktr.ee/lafamco?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=f526ce5b-f44e-463e-a678-c7e0bcc08581 This is where you can buy everything from LA FAMILIA clothing, the movie, and follow them on all social media https://www.instagram.com/la.familiaco/?hl=en Ulf ditsch - https://www.instagram.com/ulfditsch/?hl=en Kia ditsch - https://www.instagram.com/ulfditsch/?hl=en Tyler Higham - https://www.instagram.com/tylerhigham/?hl=en Massi - https://www.instagram.com/massipiffa/?hl=en Daniel miles - https://www.instagram.com/danielmls/?hl=en STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A LA FAMILIA SIGNED BY THE WHOLE CREW TEE-SHIRT -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results This episode is everything that makes wakeboarding special—friendship, progression, creativity, and a group of riders from around the world coming together to push the sport forward. Whether you've already watched La Familia or you're just a fan of wakeboarding, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #LaFamilia #Wakeboarding #KaiDitsch #UlfDitsch #TylerHigham #MassiPiffaretti #DanielMiles #Argentina #WakeLife #Podcast #ActionSports #WakeboardMovie

This week, Parks is joined by one of the hardest-working people in wakeboarding, Mike Ferraro. Known by many as the hardest working man in wakeboarding, Mike has spent decades helping shape the careers of some of the biggest names in the sport. From coaching legends like Darin Shapiro to world champions like Meagan Ethell, Mike has quietly become one of the most respected coaches and mentors in wakeboarding. Parks and Ruck have worked alongside Mike for years through Ronix, so this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes moments that only years of friendship can produce. The episode covers: 🏆 What it takes to coach the world's best wakeboarders  🚤 Stories from working with some of the biggest names in the sport  📈 How wakeboarding has evolved over the years  🎯 Mike's approach to coaching and developing talent  😂 Behind-the-scenes Ronix stories, road trips, and plenty of shenanigans  🤝 Decades of friendships built through wakeboarding Whether you're an aspiring rider, longtime wakeboard fan, or just love hearing stories from the people who have helped shape the sport behind the scenes, this episode is full of insight, laughs, and history. Mike may not always be the one in front of the camera, but there's a good chance he's helped your favorite rider get there. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY SOME LAKE LIFE SWAG. HATS, SHIRTS NOT SURE BUT THERES A LOT OF GOOD STUFF  -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #MikeFerraro #Wakeboarding #Ronix #ErikRuck #ParksBonifay #WakeboardCoach #ActionSports #Podcast #WakeLife

Bonifay Banter — Episode 36 | Aaron Katen This week, the tables get turned in the Banter Studio as Aaron Katen steps in and practically takes over the show. Instead of Parks and Shane asking all the questions, Katen puts the Bonifay brothers in the hot seat and takes the conversation in every direction imaginable. Aaron has been part of the wakeboard industry since the early '90s and has been friends with the Bonifays for just about as long. For more than 30 years, he's been behind the camera capturing some of the most iconic moments in wakeboarding history. If you've seen legendary photos, magazine covers, groundbreaking tricks, or classic video projects, there's a good chance Katen was there documenting it. In this episode, the crew dives into: 📸 Over three decades of shooting wakeboarding's biggest moments  🌎 Traveling the world and documenting the evolution of the sport  🚤 Stories from the early days of wakeboarding in the 90s  🔥 Being there for historic tricks, including the progression all the way to the 1260 🎥 Behind-the-scenes stories from some of the most legendary wakeboard films ever made 😂 Katen turning the microphones around and grilling Parks and Shane 📖 Untold stories from a lifetime spent around the biggest names in wakeboarding Few people have witnessed the growth of wakeboarding from the front row quite like Aaron Katen. He's seen the trends come and go, the tricks get bigger, and the athletes become legends—and he's got the stories to prove it. If you're a fan of wakeboarding history, photography, filmmaking, or just hearing stories from someone who's truly seen it all, this is an episode you won't want to miss. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN;  THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A FEW NOSU’S (THE WORLDS FIRST VACUUM SEALED TUMBLER WITH BUILT-IN STAINLESS CUTLERY) TO A FEW LUCKY WINNERS OF SPIN TO WIN -https://livenosu.com  CHECK OUT THEIR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #AaronKaten #Wakeboarding #WakeboardHistory #ActionSports #Photography #ParksBonifay #ShaneBonifay #Podcast #WakeLife #LiquidForce #WakeboardMagazine #BehindTheLens #BanterStudio

Bonifay Banter — Episode 35 | Seth Enslow… & Scott Byerly The Banter Studio welcomes a true legend. Seth Enslow joins Parks and Shane, alongside longtime friend Scott Byerly, for one of the wildest conversations we've had yet. Seth literally drove thousands of miles from California to Florida to make this episode happen, and the boys couldn't have been more stoked. Growing up, Parks and Shane watched Seth do things on a motorcycle that most people wouldn't even attempt in their dreams. From setting distance records and launching jumps over 300 feet, to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in the legendary Crusty Demons of Dirt films, Seth built his reputation by doing things the hard way. The crashes were often as famous as the jumps themselves, but what made Seth different was that he'd get back up and do it again... and again... and again. In this episode, the crew talks about: 🏍️ How Seth and Scott Byerly first met  🔥 Getting into the legendary Crusty Demons films  🛣️ Riding his motorcycle from California to Florida  🤝 Meeting a fan along the way who wanted one of his old bikes  🚀 The stories behind his biggest record-breaking jumps  💥 Walking through some of the most gnarly crashes of his career  🎸 Playing music and life beyond motocross  🍻 The old party days  🌉 Fresno Smooth and the moments that became motocross history Seth is exactly what you'd hope he'd be—honest, hilarious, humble, and full of stories that sound almost too crazy to be true. If you grew up watching motocross, action sports, or just love hearing about people who refused to quit no matter how hard they hit the ground, this episode is for you. Tune in and hear the stories behind some of the biggest jumps, hardest crashes, and most unforgettable moments in action sports history. This episode of Bonifay Banter is brought to you by MasterCraft — supporting progression on the water for generations. From chasing buoys and surfing endless waves to enduring Parks’ legendary bellyflops, MasterCraft has been at the center of watersports culture for more than half a century. There’s a reason there are more MasterCrafts on the water than any other towboat brand — a relentless commitment to performance, innovation, quality, and unforgettable days with your crew. Learn more at MasterCraft.com STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter #BonifayBanter #SethEnslow #ScottByerly #Motocross #CrustyDemons #FMX #Wakeboarding #ActionSports #Podcast #MonsterEnergy #RedBull #MotoLife #CustyDemons #BanterStudio

This week, Joel Poland joins Parks and Erik Ruck in the studio while Shane is off in Germany. Joel is widely considered one of the best water skiers on the planet and holds multiple world records, so the boys were fired up to sit down and pick his brain about everything from the current state of waterskiing to where he thinks the sport could go in the future. The episode dives into: 🌍 Joel’s perspective on the evolution of waterskiing🚤 What it’s really like doing ski flying📏 How changing a slalom course setup even slightly could completely affect the sport🎙️ The mindset it takes to stay at the top Even though Joel comes from the waterski world, there’s a ton of crossover in mindset, progression, and dedication that any action sports fan will appreciate. It’s a fun and insightful episode packed with stories, opinions, and deep dives into one of the greatest skiers to ever do it. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A RONIX CARE PACKAGE FULL OF SOCKS AND OTHER GOODIES TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter:Instagram: @bonifaybanterPatreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter

This week, Parks and Shane are joined by one of the gnarliest young riders in the game — Cambell Scarborough. Cambell pulls up to the studio straight off the water, still soaking wet, and brings that same energy into the conversation. Known for doing gnarly bigger gaps than just about anyone — male or female — she’s built a reputation on winching, massive gaps, and fearless riding, all fueled by a straight-up love for wakeboarding.  🌊 Rolling into the studio fresh off a session  💥 Her infamous crash  🏆 Taking her first win at 15  👊 Growing up with a brother who pushed her to go all in  🔥 The heavy video sections she just dropped  🛠️ Winching and sending it bigger than most  ❤️ Being a true fan of the sport while rising to the top of it Cambell’s passion is real, her riding is next-level, and this episode gives you a look at someone who’s not just in wakeboarding — she’s pushing it forward. If you want to see where the future of the sport is headed, this is it. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A HYPERLITE SWAG BAG MYSTERY PACKAGE TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results Follow & Support: Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bonifay Banter episodes. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter: Instagram: @bonifaybanter Patreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter

The Godfather of wake is BACK.  Scott Byerly returns to Bonifay Banter for round two—and this time, we’re dropping it on his birthday… 4/20 🎂 If you thought the first episode covered it all, You'd be wrong. This one dives into everything we didn’t get to the first time, and it goes deep. We also get a surprise call from Down South Dave, who taps in to tell firsthand stories from the legendary 1994 Worlds—giving a raw look at celeabrating with he winners (Scott and Gator) and what things were really like back then  Byerly breaks down how he met Seth Enslow and we realize how it helped influenced wakeboarding as a whole. It’s one of those behind-the-scenes moments that actually changed the trajectory of the sport. We also chat about Waketech and different variations of the flight 69. The board that changed the future of wakeboarding. We’re talking: The 12 Honkeys eraSending it on the infamous Limo GapThe legend of Flight 69 and all its wild renditionsAnd digging through Byerly’s attic once again… as we give away another piece of wakeboarding historyThis is one of those episodes where the stories just keep stacking. STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR -SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A REMOTE CONTROLLED SIGNATURE BOAT FROM SCOTT HIMSELF TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results Follow & Support: Like, comment, and subscribe for more Bonifay Banter episodes.

This week on Bonifay Banter, Parks and Shane switch it up in a BIG way…  Joined by wildlife rehabilitator Shannon Gallagher (Flamingo Gardens & Wildlife Rescue of Dade County) and her partner in rescue Yessenia Bolano, this episode is ALL ABOUT THE BIRDS. And trust us—these stories are wild. (The work they do is done under proper licensing with fwc and usfws) From rescuing toucans and climbing trees to help bald eagles, to getting bitten in the process, Shannon and Yessenia break down what it really takes to dedicate your life to wildlife rescue. This isn’t just feel-good animal talk—this is boots-on-the-ground, hands-on, sometimes chaotic work that most people never see. Shannon dives deep into how she got started and what it actually takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator. If you’ve ever wondered how you can help injured animals or get involved yourself, this episode gives you real insight and direction. To mix things up even more, the girls flip the script and put Parks and Shane in the hot seat with a trivia game. Definitely a different kind of Bonifay Banter, but easily one of the most informative episodes yet.This one… the banter does it for the birds 🦅 Topics Covered: * Wildlife rescue stories (toucans, bald eagles & more) * What it takes to become a wildlife rehabilitator * Behind-the-scenes of Flamingo Gardens & Wildlife Rescue of Dade County * Getting bit on the job 😳 * How YOU can help injured wildlife * Trivia game flip – Parks & Shane vs. the bird experts STORIES NEVER DIE!!!! THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BLUR Eagle Live streams:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl_S8aw37aV-BkNsh-fDVyblOHQfbOLS5&si=g2AToTKrrd-WVf6x Flamingo Gardens: https://flamingogardens.org/donate-flamingo-gardens/ Wildlife Rescue of Dade county donation sites: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/wildliferescueofdade Venmo:  @Wildlife-RescueOfDadeCounty Extraordinary world episode link:  https://youtu.be/YUPxzb57ws8?feature=shared SHANNON GALLAGHER INSTA  https://www.instagram.com/shannongallagherrrr/ YESSENIA BOLANO INSTA https://www.instagram.com/sasassenia/ -SPIN TO WIN THE BANTER GIVE AWAY A TICKETS TO FLAMIGO GARDENS AND SOME MAGNETS OF BRADLEY “COOPER” TO A LUCKY WINNER OF SPIN TO WIN -If you like the podcast and want to be a member to enter the spin to win and help get this thing made- https://www.patreon.com/BonifayBanter?utm_source=campaign-search-results 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms📺 Watch every episode on YouTube 👇 Follow & support Bonifay Banter:Instagram: @bonifaybanterPatreon: patreon.com/bonifaybanter