Episode notes
In this episode of the She’s Electric Podcast, Jesse Starling welcomes 7-time World Champion Layne Beachley AO for an intimate and inspiring conversation. Layne takes us beyond the trophies and accolades, sharing the defining moments of her life and career that shaped her into one of the most influential figures in surfing history.
Layne reflects on the relief of winning her first world title and how it compared to the pride she felt watching Steph Gilmore achieve hers—bridging generations of surfing excellence. She opens up about her early childhood struggles, transforming personal trauma into the competitive drive that would propel her to the top of the sport.
The episode delves into Layne’s incredible mindset, the pressures she embraced as a trailblazer, and her journey to knowing when it was time to step away from competiti ...
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surfingMolly PicklumWSLFemale Surfinglayne beachleyStephanie GilmoreGOATSurfing Australia