In this special episode of Christian Surfers Talk Story, Tim Foreman - bassist of Grammy-winning rock band Switchfoot - joins host Mark Sawyer-Chu for a powerful, personal conversation on faith, music, surfing, and identity.
Tim opens up about his early walk with Jesus, growing up as a pastor’s kid, and how authentic faith shaped his life before fame. Recorded in his vintage gear-filled San Diego studio for the band, this episode journeys through Tim's music career, the origin of the iconic “Bro-Am” surf/music event, and the behind-the-scenes stories of Switchfoot's surf documentary “Fading West.”
They dive into:
• The balance between tour life and surf life
• The heart behind Tim’s solo album “Bongo Chico”
• The legacy of Christian Surfers and North Coast Calvary Chapel
• Surfing with legends like Rob Machado and Tom Curren
• Why belonging before believing matters in surf ministry
Whether you're a music lover, surfer, or simply navigating the tension between calling and community, this episode is a rich blend of reflection, laughter, and faith.
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